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QTERNMET XR Safely and Effectively HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION ----------------------- WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS ---------------------­ These highlights do not include all the information needed to use Lactic acidosis: See boxed warning (2.2, 4, 5.1) QTERNMET XR safely and effectively. See full prescribing information Pancreatitis: If pancreatitis is suspected, promptly discontinue. (5.2, 6.2) for QTERNMET XR. Heart Failure: Consider the risks and benefits of QTERNMET XR in patients who have known risk factors for heart failure. Monitor patients. (5.3) ® QTERNMET XR (dapagliflozin, saxagliptin, and metformin Hypotension: Before initiating QTERNMET XR, assess volume status and hydrochloride) extended-release tablets, for oral use correct hypovolemia in the elderly, in patients with renal impairment or Initial U.S. Approval: 2019 low systolic blood pressure, and in patients on loop diuretics. Monitor for signs and symptoms during therapy. (5.4, 6.1) WARNING: LACTIC ACIDOSIS Ketoacidosis: Assess patients who present with signs and symptoms of See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. metabolic acidosis for ketoacidosis regardless of blood glucose level. If • Postmarketing cases of metformin-associated lactic acidosis suspected, discontinue QTERNMET XR, evaluate and treat promptly. have resulted in death, hypothermia, hypotension, and resistant Before initiating QTERNMET XR, consider risk factors for ketoacidosis. bradyarrhythmias. Symptoms included malaise, myalgias, Patients on QTERNMET XR may require monitoring and temporary respiratory distress, somnolence, and abdominal pain. discontinuation of therapy in clinical situations known to predispose to Laboratory abnormalities included elevated blood lactate ketoacidosis. (5.5, 6.2) levels, anion gap acidosis, increased lactate/pyruvate ratio; and Acute Kidney Injury and Impairment in Renal Function: Consider temporarily metformin plasma levels generally >5 mcg/mL. (5.1) discontinuing in settings of reduced oral intake or fluid losses. If acute • Risk factors include renal impairment, concomitant use of kidney injury occurs, discontinue and promptly treat. Monitor renal certain drugs, age >65 years old, radiological studies with function during therapy. (5.6, 6.2) contrast, surgery and other procedures, hypoxic states, Urosepsis and Pyelonephritis: Evaluate for signs and symptoms of urinary excessive alcohol intake, and hepatic impairment. Steps to tract infections and treat promptly, if indicated. (5.7, 6.2) reduce the risk of and manage metformin-associated lactic Hypoglycemia: Consider lowering the dose of insulin secretagogue or insulin acidosis in these high-risk groups are provided in the Full to reduce the risk of hypoglycemia when initiating QTERNMET XR in Prescribing Information. (5.1) combination with these agents. (5.8, 6.1) • If lactic acidosis is suspected, discontinue QTERNMET XR and Necrotizing Fasciitis of the Perineum (Fournier’s Gangrene): Serious, life- institute general supportive measures in a hospital setting. threatening cases have occurred in both females and males. Assess patients Prompt hemodialysis is recommended. (5.1) presenting with pain or tenderness, erythema, or swelling in the genital or perineal area, along with fever or malaise. If suspected, institute prompt --------------------------- INDICATIONS AND USAGE -------------------------­ treatment. (5.9) QTERNMET XR is a sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor, a Hypersensitivity Reactions (e.g., urticaria, facial edema): There have been dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor and a biguanide combination product postmarketing reports of serious hypersensitivity reactions treated with indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in saxagliptin, such as anaphylaxis, angioedema, and exfoliative skin adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. (1) conditions. Promptly discontinue QTERNMET XR, assess for other Limitations of Use potential causes, institute appropriate monitoring and treatment, and initiate • Is not indicated for the treatment of type 1 diabetes mellitus or diabetic alternative treatment for diabetes. (5.10, 6.2) ketoacidosis. (1) Vitamin B12 deficiency: Metformin may lower vitamin B12 levels. Measure • QTERNMET XR initiation is intended only for patients currently taking hematological parameters annually. (5.11, 6.1) metformin. (1) Genital Mycotic Infections: Monitor and treat if indicated. (5.12, 6.1) Increased LDL-C: Monitor and treat per standard of care. (5.13, 6.1) ---------------------- DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION ---------------------­ Bladder Cancer: An imbalance in bladder cancers was observed in clinical • Assess renal function before initiation of therapy and periodically studies with dapagliflozin. QTERNMET XR should not be used in patients thereafter. (2.1) with active bladder cancer and should be used with caution in patients with • Individualize the starting total daily dose of QTERNMET XR based on the a prior history of bladder cancer. (5.14) patient’s current regimen, effectiveness, and tolerability. (2.2) Arthralgia: Severe and disabling arthralgia has been reported in patients • Take QTERNMET XR orally, once daily in the morning with food. (2.2) taking DPP-4 inhibitors. Consider as a possible cause for severe joint pain • For patients not currently taking dapagliflozin, the recommended starting and discontinue drug if appropriate. (5.15, 6.1, 6.2) total daily dose of QTERNMET XR is a 5 mg dapagliflozin/5 mg Bullous Pemphigoid: There have been postmarketing reports of bullous saxagliptin/1000 mg or 2000 mg metformin hydrochloride (HCl) once pemphigoid requiring hospitalization in patients taking DPP-4 inhibitors. daily. (2.2) Tell patients to report development of blisters or erosions. If bullous • The maximum recommended daily dose is 10 mg dapagliflozin, 5 mg pemphigoid is suspected, discontinue QTERNMET XR. (5.16) saxagliptin and 2000 mg metformin HCl. (2.2) Macrovascular Outcomes: There have been no clinical studies establishing • Swallow tablet whole. Do not crush, cut or chew. (2.2) conclusive evidence of macrovascular risk reduction with QTERNMET • Discontinue QTERNMET XR at the time of, or prior to, an iodinated XR. (5.17) contrast imaging procedure. (2.5) ------------------------------ ADVERSE REACTIONS ----------------------------­ ---------------------- DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS -------------------­ Adverse reactions reported in ≥5% of subjects treated with dapagliflozin and • Tablet: 2.5 mg dapagliflozin/2.5 mg saxagliptin/1000 mg metformin HCl saxagliptin plus metformin were: upper respiratory tract infection, urinary extended-release (3) tract infection, and dyslipidemia. (6.1) • Tablet: 5 mg dapagliflozin/2.5 mg saxagliptin/1000 mg metformin HCl extended-release (3) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact AstraZeneca • Tablet: 5 mg dapagliflozin/5 mg saxagliptin/1000 mg metformin HCl at 1-800-236-9933 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. extended-release (3) • Tablet: 10 mg dapagliflozin/5 mg saxagliptin/1000 mg metformin HCl ------------------------------ DRUG INTERACTIONS ----------------------------­ extended-release (3) Strong CYP3A4/5 Inhibitors (e.g., Ketoconazole): Do not coadminister QTERNMET XR with strong cytochrome P450 3A4/5 inhibitors. (2.4, 7) ------------------------------ CONTRAINDICATIONS ----------------------------­ Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors: May increase the risk of lactic acidosis. • History of a serious hypersensitivity reaction to dapagliflozin, saxagliptin, Consider more frequent monitoring. (7) or metformin, including anaphylaxis, angioedema, or exfoliative skin Drugs that reduce metformin clearance (such as ranolazine, vandetanib, conditions. (4, 5.9, 6.2) dolutegravir, and cimetidine): May increase the accumulation of 2 • Moderate to severe renal impairment (eGFR <45 mL/min/1.73 m ), metformin. Consider the benefits and risks of concomitant use. (7) end-stage renal disease (ESRD), or patients on dialysis. (4) Alcohol: Can potentiate the effect of metformin on lactate metabolism. Warn • Acute or chronic metabolic acidosis, including diabetic ketoacidosis, with patients against excessive alcohol intake. (7) or without coma. Diabetic ketoacidosis should be treated with insulin. (4) 1 Reference ID: 4428078 ----------------------- USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS ---------------------­ Renal Impairment: Higher incidence of adverse reactions related to reduced Pregnancy: Advise females of the potential risk to a fetus especially during intravascular volume and renal function. (2.2, 5.6, 6.1, 8.6) the second and third trimesters. (8.1) Hepatic Impairment: Avoid use of QTERNMET XR in patients with clinical Lactation: QTERNMET XR is not recommended when breastfeeding. (8.2) or laboratory evidence of hepatic impairment. (2.3, 8.7) Females and Males of Reproductive Potential: Advise premenopausal females of the potential for an unintended pregnancy. (8.3) See 17 for PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION and Medication Geriatrics: Higher incidence of adverse reactions related to volume depletion Guide and reduced renal function. (5.4, 5.6, 8.5) Revised: 5/2019 FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS* WARNING: LACTIC ACIDOSIS 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE 6.2 Postmarketing Experience 2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION 7 DRUG INTERACTIONS 2.1 Prior to Initiation of QTERNMET XR 8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS 2.2 Dosage 8.1 Pregnancy 2.3 Patients with Renal Impairment 8.2 Lactation 2.4 Use with Strong CYP3A4/5 Inhibitors 8.3 Females and Males of Reproductive Potential 2.5 Discontinuation
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