,.Effective Shared Care Agreement (ESCA) Rotigotine transdermal patch ESCA: For the treatment of parkinson's disease AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SHARING OF CARE This shared care agreement outlines suggested ways in which the responsibilities for managing the prescribing of rotigotine transdermal patch for parkinson's disease can be shared between the specialist and general practitioner (GP). You are invited to participate however, if you do not feel confident to undertake this role, then you are under no obligation to do so. In such an event, the total clinical responsibility for the patient for the diagnosed condition remains with the specialist. Sharing of care assumes communication between the specialist, GP and patient. The intention to share care will be explained to the patient by the specialist initiating treatment. It is important that patients are consulted about treatment and are in agreement with it. Patients with parkinson's disease are usually under regular specialist follow-up, which provides an opportunity to discuss drug therapy. The doctor who prescribes the medication legally assumes clinical responsibility for the drug and the consequences of its use. RESPONSIBILITIES and ROLES Specialist responsibilities 1. Confirm the diagnosis of parkinson's disease 2. Discuss the potential benefits, treatment side effects, and possible drug interactions with the patient 3. Ask the GP whether he or she is willing to participate in shared care before initiating therapy so that appropriate follow on prescribing arrangements can be made 4. Do baseline monitoring prior to initiation of rotigotine transdermal patch 5. Initiate treatment and stabilise dose of rotigotine transdermal patch 6. Review the patient's condition and monitor response to treatment regularly 7. A written summary to be sent promptly to the GP i.e. within 10 working days of a hospital outpatient review or inpatient stay 8. Report serious adverse events to the MHRA 9. Ensure clear backup arrangements exist for GPs, for advice and support (Please complete details below) General Practitioner responsibilities 1. Reply to the request for shared care as soon as practicable i.e. within 10 working days 2. Prescribe rotigotine transdermal patch at the dose recommended 3. In the patient's notes, using the appropriate Read Code listed below, denote that the patient is receiving treatment under a shared care agreement GP Prescribing System Read Code Description GP Prescribing System Read Code Description EMIS and Vision 8BM5.00 Shared care prescribing SystmOne XaB58 Shared care 4. Monitor patient’s response to treatment; make dosage adjustments if agreed with specialist 5. Report to and seek advice from the specialist or clinical nurse specialist on any aspect of patient care that is of concern to the GP, patient or carer and may affect treatment 6. Refer back to specialist if condition deteriorates 7. Report serious adverse events to specialist and MHRA 8. Stop treatment on advice of specialist Patient's role 1. Report to the specialist, clinical nurse specialist or GP if he or she does not have a clear understanding of the treatment 2. Share any concerns in relation to treatment with rotigotine transdermal patch with the specialist, clinical nurse specialist or GP 3. Report any adverse effects to the specialist or GP whilst taking rotigotine transdermal patch 4. Attend regular outpatient appointments with the specialist BACK-UP ADVICE AND SUPPORT Trust Contact details Telephone No. Email address: Consultant:- Specialist Nurse Birmingham, Sandwell, Solihull and environs Area Prescribing Committee (BSSE APC) Based on MTRAC template Prepared by Satnaam Singh Nandra Rotigotine transdermal patch ESCA Date: July 2015 Review date: July 2018 Interface Lead Pharmacist 1 Birmingham CrossCity CCG SUPPORTING INFORMATION Indication For the treatment of the signs and symptoms of early-stage idiopathic Parkinson's disease as monotherapy (i.e. without levodopa) or in combination with levodopa, i.e. over the course of the disease, through to late stages when the effect of levodopa wears off or becomes inconsistent and fluctuations of the therapeutic effect occur (end of dose or 'on-off' fluctuations). Dosage and Dosing in A single daily dose should be initiated at 2 mg/24 h and then increased in weekly increments Administration patients with of 2 mg/24 h to an effective dose up to a maximum dose of 8 mg/24 h. early-stage 4 mg/24 h may be an effective dose in some patients. For most patients an effective dose is Parkinson's reached within 3 or 4 weeks at doses of 6 mg/24 h or 8 mg/24 h, respectively. disease: The maximum dose is 8 mg/24 h. Dosing in A single daily dose should be initiated at 4 mg/24 h and then increased in weekly increments patients with of 2 mg/24 h to an effective dose up to a maximum dose of 16 mg/24 h. advanced stage 4 mg/24 h or 6 mg/24 h may be effective doses in some patients. For most patients an Parkinson's effective dose is reached within 3 to 7 weeks at doses of 8 mg/24 h up to a maximum dose of disease with 16 mg/24 h. fluctuations: For doses higher than 8 mg/24 h multiple patches may be used to achieve the final dose e.g. 10 mg/24 h may be reached by combination of a 6 mg/24 h and a 4 mg/24 h patch. The patch should be applied to clean, dry, intact healthy skin on the abdomen, thigh, hip, flank, shoulder, or upper arm. Reapplication to the same site within 14 days should be avoided. Neupro should not be placed on skin that is red, irritated or damaged. Each patch is packed in a sachet and should be applied directly after the sachet has been opened. One half of the release liner should be removed and the sticky side should be applied and pressed firmly to the skin. Then, the patch is fold back and the second part of the release liner is removed. The sticky side of the patch should not be touched. The patch should be pressed down firmly with the palm of the hand for about 20 to 30 seconds, so that it sticks well. In the event that a patch should fall off, a new patch should be applied for the remainder of the 24 hour dosing interval. The patch should not be cut into pieces. Renal Impairment No dose adjustment is required Hepatic impairment Mild No dose adjustment is required Moderate Severe Caution is advised, may result in lower rotigotine clearance Contra-indications / Contraindication:- Special precautions Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients Magnetic resonance imaging or cardioversion; the backing layer of rotigotine transdermal patch contains aluminium. To avoid skin burns, rotigotine transdermal patch should be removed if the patient has to undergo magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or cardioversion Cautions:- If a Parkinson's disease patient is insufficiently controlled while on treatment with rotigotine switching to another dopamine agonist might provide additional benefit. Magnetic resonance imaging and cardioversion The backing layer of rotigotine transdermal patch contains aluminium. To avoid skin burns, rotigotine transdermal patch should be removed if the patient has to undergo magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or cardioversion. Orthostatic hypotension Dopamine agonists are known to impair the systemic regulation of the blood pressure resulting in postural/orthostatic hypotension. These events have also been observed during treatment with rotigotine, but the incidence was similar to that observed in placebo-treated patients. It is recommended to monitor blood pressure, especially at the beginning of treatment, due to the general risk of orthostatic hypotension associated with dopaminergic therapy. Syncope Syncope has been observed in clinical trials with rotigotine, but at a rate that was similar to that observed in patients treated with placebo. Sudden onset of sleep and somnolence Rotigotine has been associated with somnolence and episodes of sudden sleep onset. Sudden onset of sleep during daily activities, in some cases without awareness of any warning signs, has been reported. Prescribers should continually reassess patients for drowsiness or sleepiness, as patients may not acknowledge drowsiness or sleepiness until directly questioned. A reduction of dosage or termination of therapy should be carefully considered. Impulse control disorders Patients should be regularly monitored for the development of impulse control disorders. Patients and carers should be made aware that behavioural symptoms of impulse control disorders including pathologic gambling, increased libido, hypersexuality, compulsive spending or buying, binge eating and compulsive eating can occur in patients treated with dopamine agonists, including rotigotine. Dose reduction/tapered discontinuation should be considered if such symptoms develop. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome Symptoms suggestive of neuroleptic malignant syndrome have been reported with abrupt withdrawal of dopaminergic therapy. Therefore it is recommended to taper treatment. Birmingham, Sandwell, Solihull and environs Area Prescribing Committee (BSSE APC) Based on MTRAC template Prepared by Satnaam Singh Nandra Rotigotine transdermal patch ESCA Date: July 2015 Review date: July 2018 Interface Lead Pharmacist 2 Birmingham CrossCity CCG Abnormal thinking and behaviour Abnormal thinking and behaviour have been reported and can consist of a variety of manifestations including paranoid ideation, delusions, hallucinations, confusion, psychotic-like behaviour, disorientation, aggressive behaviour, agitation, and delirium. Fibrotic complications Cases of retroperitoneal fibrosis, pulmonary infiltrates, pleural effusion, pleural thickening, pericarditis and cardiac valvulopathy have been reported in some patients treated with ergot-derived dopaminergic agents. While these complications may resolve when treatment is discontinued, complete resolution does not always occur. Although these adverse reactions are believed to be related to the ergoline structure of these compounds, whether other, nonergot derived dopamine agonists can cause them is unknown. Neuroleptics Neuroleptics given as antiemetic should not be given to patients taking dopamine agonists. Ophthalmologic monitoring Ophthalmologic monitoring is recommended at regular intervals or if vision abnormalities occur.