Lasmiditan

Generic Name: lasmiditan

Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Reyvow

11 DESCRIPTION REYVOW (lasmiditan) is a serotonin (5-HT) 1F receptor agonist for oral administration. The chemical name of lasmiditan hemisuccinate is 2,4,6-trifluoro-N-[6-(1-methylpiperidine-4-carbonyl)pyridine-2-yl]benzamide hemisuccinate. It has the empirical formula of C 19 H 18 F 3 N 3 O 2 •0.5[C 4 H 6 O 4 ] and a molecular weight of 436.41 (hemisuccinate).

Overview

11 DESCRIPTION REYVOW (lasmiditan) is a serotonin (5-HT) 1F receptor agonist for oral administration. The chemical name of lasmiditan hemisuccinate is 2,4,6-trifluoro-N-[6-(1-methylpiperidine-4-carbonyl)pyridine-2-yl]benzamide hemisuccinate. It has the empirical formula of C 19 H 18 F 3 N 3 O 2 •0.5[C 4 H 6 O 4 ] and a molecular weight of 436.41 (hemisuccinate).

Uses

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE REYVOW ® is indicated for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults. REYVOW ® is a serotonin (5-HT) 1F receptor agonist indicated for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use REYVOW is not indicated for the preventive treatment of migraine. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use REYVOW is not indicated for the preventive treatment of migraine.

Dosage

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The recommended dose of REYVOW is 50 mg, 100 mg, or 200 mg taken orally, as needed. No more than one dose should be taken in 24 hours, and REYVOW should not be taken unless the patient can wait at least 8 hours between dosing and driving or operating machinery [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . A second dose of REYVOW has not been shown to be effective for the same migraine attack. The safety of treating an average of more than 4 migraine attacks in a 30-day period has not been established. REYVOW may be taken with or without food. Administer tablets whole; do not split, crush, or chew. The recommended dose is 50 mg, 100 mg, or 200 mg taken orally, as needed. ( 2 ) No more than one dose should be taken in 24 hours. ( 2 , 5.1 ) Administer tablets whole.

Side Effects

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Driving Impairment [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Central Nervous System Depression [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Serotonin Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Medication Overuse Headache [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Most common adverse reactions (≥5% and > placebo) were dizziness, fatigue, paresthesia, and sedation. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Eli Lilly and Company at 1-800-LillyRx (1-800-545-5979) or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Interactions

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS REYVOW may further lower heart rate when administered with heart rate lowering drugs. ( 7.3 ) 7.1 CNS Depressants Concomitant administration of REYVOW and alcohol or other CNS depressant drugs has not been evaluated in clinical studies. Because of the potential of REYVOW to cause sedation, as well as other cognitive and/or neuropsychiatric adverse reactions, REYVOW should be used with caution if used in combination with alcohol or other CNS depressants [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . 7.2 Serotonergic Drugs Concomitant administration of REYVOW and drugs (e.g., SSRIs, SNRIs, TCAs, MAO inhibitors, trazodone, etc.), over-the counter medications (e.g., dextromethorphan), or herbal supplements (e.g., St.

Warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Driving Impairment: Advise patients not to drive or operate machinery until at least 8 hours after taking each dose of REYVOW. Patients who cannot follow this advice should not take REYVOW. Patients may not be able to assess their own driving competence and the degree of impairment caused by REYVOW. ( 5.1 ) Central Nervous System (CNS) Depression: REYVOW may cause CNS depression and should be used with caution if used in combination with alcohol or other CNS depressants. ( 5.2 , 7.1 ) Serotonin Syndrome: Reactions consistent with serotonin syndrome were reported in patients treated with REYVOW. Discontinue REYVOW if symptoms of serotonin syndrome occur. ( 5.3 ) Medication Overuse Headache: Detoxification may be necessary. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. ( 4 )

Pregnancy

8.1 Pregnancy Pregnancy Exposure Registry There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to REYVOW during pregnancy. Healthcare providers are encouraged to register pregnant patients, or pregnant women may enroll themselves in the registry by calling 1-833-464-4724. To learn more please call or visit www.migrainepregnancyregistry.com. Risk Summary There are no adequate data on the developmental risk associated with the use of REYVOW in pregnant women.

Storage

16.2 Storage and Handling Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); excursions permitted to 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lasmiditan used for?

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE REYVOW ® is indicated for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults. REYVOW ® is a serotonin (5-HT) 1F receptor agonist indicated for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use REYVOW is not indicated for the preventive treatment of migraine. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use REYVOW is not indicated for the preventive treatment of migraine.

What are the side effects of Lasmiditan?

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Driving Impairment [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Central Nervous System Depression [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Serotonin Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Medication Overuse Headache [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Most common adverse reactions (≥5% and > placebo) were dizziness, fatigue, paresthesia, and sedation. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Eli Lilly and Company at 1-800-LillyRx (1-800-545-5979) or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Can I take Lasmiditan during pregnancy?

8.1 Pregnancy Pregnancy Exposure Registry There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to REYVOW during pregnancy. Healthcare providers are encouraged to register pregnant patients, or pregnant women may enroll themselves in the registry by calling 1-833-464-4724. To learn more please call or visit www.migrainepregnancyregistry.com. Risk Summary There are no adequate data on the developmental risk associated with the use of REYVOW in pregnant women.

What are the important warnings for Lasmiditan?

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Driving Impairment: Advise patients not to drive or operate machinery until at least 8 hours after taking each dose of REYVOW. Patients who cannot follow this advice should not take REYVOW. Patients may not be able to assess their own driving competence and the degree of impairment caused by REYVOW. ( 5.1 ) Central Nervous System (CNS) Depression: REYVOW may cause CNS depression and should be used with caution if used in combination with alcohol or other CNS depressants. ( 5.2 , 7.1 ) Serotonin Syndrome: Reactions consistent with serotonin syndrome were reported in patients treated with REYVOW. Discontinue REYVOW if symptoms of serotonin syndrome occur. ( 5.3 ) Medication Overuse Headache: Detoxification may be necessary. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. ( 4 )

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