Muchan

Muchan may be available in the countries listed below.

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Ephedrine

Ephedrine sulfate (a derivative of Ephedrine) is reported as an ingredient of Muchan in the following countries:

• Argentina

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Meganox

Meganox may be available in the countries listed below.

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Lamotrigine

Lamotrigine is reported as an ingredient of Meganox in the following countries:

• Chile

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Skincure Topical

Generic Name: pyrithione (Topical route)

pir-i-THYE-one

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.

• 2 in 1 Dandruff


• Beta Med


• DermaZinc


• DHS Zinc


• Skincure


• Zincon


• Znp

Available Dosage Forms:

• Shampoo


• Spray


• Cream


• Bar


• Lotion


• Soap

Therapeutic Class: Dermatological Agent

Chemical Class: Pyrethrums

Uses For Skincure

Pyrithione is used to help control the symptoms of dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp.

This medicine is available without a prescription.

Before Using Skincure

In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatric

Although there is no specific information comparing use of pyrithione in children with use in other age groups, this medicine is not expected to cause different side effects or problems in children than it does in adults.

Geriatric

Many medicines have not been studied specifically in older people. Therefore, it may not be known whether they work exactly the same way they do in younger adults. Although there is no specific information comparing use of pyrithione in the elderly with use in other age groups, this medicine is not expected to cause different side effects or problems in older people than it does in younger adults.

Interactions with Medicines

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.

Proper Use of pyrithione

This section provides information on the proper use of a number of products that contain pyrithione. It may not be specific to Skincure. Please read with care.

For best results, use this medicine at least 2 times a week or as directed by your doctor.

To use:

• Before applying this shampoo, wet the hair and scalp with lukewarm water.


• Apply enough shampoo to the scalp to work up a lather and rub in well, then rinse.


• Apply the shampoo again and rinse thoroughly.

Keep this medicine away from the eyes. If you should accidentally get some in your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water.

Dosing

The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

• For bar dosage form:
  
  • For dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis:
    
    • Adults and children—Apply to the affected skin of body, face, or scalp once a day at least two times a week. Lather, massage into affected area, rinse, and repeat.
    
    
  
  

• For cream dosage forms:
  
  • For dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis:
    
    • Adults and children—Apply one to three times a day to affected skin on the body, face, or scalp or as directed by the doctor.
    
    
    • For Brylcreem Antidandruff—Adults: Apply to scalp once a day after shampooing and toweling hair dry. Massage into scalp for one minute.
    
    
    • Children—Use and dose must be determined by the doctor.
    
    
  
  

• For lotion dosage form:
  
  • For dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis:
    
    • For DermaZinc Scalp: Adults—Apply to scalp one to three times a day or as directed by the doctor.
    
    
    • For DermaZinc Spray: Adults—Apply one spray to affected skin of body, face, or scalp one to three times a day or as directed by the doctor. Medicine should cover a three-inch-square area. Treatment should continue for one week after symptoms lessen.
    
    
    • For DermaZinc Baby: Children—Apply to affected skin of face, body, or scalp one to four times a day or as directed by the doctor.
    
    
  
  

• For lotion shampoo dosage forms:
  
  • For dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis:
    
    • Adults and children up to 2 years of age—Use once a day as a shampoo on the scalp at least two times a week; however, may be used every day. Apply to wet hair and leave on the scalp for several minutes or massage into scalp vigorously before rinsing.
    
    
    • Children up to 2 years of age—Use and dose must be determined by the doctor.
    
    
  
  

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Precautions While Using Skincure

If your condition does not get better after regular use of this medicine, or if it gets worse, check with your doctor.

Skincure Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

Less common or rare

• Irritation of skin

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

See also: Skincure Topical side effects (in more detail)

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Cytadren

Pronunciation: ah-MEE-no-glue-TETH-ih-mide
Generic Name: Aminoglutethimide
Brand Name: Cytadren

Cytadren is used for:

Treating Cushing syndrome in certain patients. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Cytadren is an adrenal steroid inhibitor. It works by blocking the production of a variety of hormones, including glucocorticoids, mineralocorticoids, estrogens, and androgens.

Do NOT use Cytadren if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Cytadren or to similar medications (eg, glutethimide)


• you have shingles or chickenpox

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Cytadren:

Some medical conditions may interact with Cytadren. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding


• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement


• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances


• if you have an infection or the blood disease porphyria


• if you are having surgery or you have been injured

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Cytadren. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), corticosteroids (eg, dexamethasone), or digitoxin because the effectiveness of these medicines may be decreased

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Cytadren may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Cytadren:

Use Cytadren as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Cytadren may be taken with or without food.


• Cytadren will initially be given in a hospital setting by a health care provider who is familiar with its use.


• If you miss a dose of Cytadren, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Cytadren.

Important safety information:

• Cytadren may cause drowsiness or dizziness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Cytadren. Using Cytadren alone, with certain other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or perform other potentially dangerous tasks.


• Cytadren may cause dizziness or weakness. Alcohol, hot weather, exercise, and fever can increase these effects. To prevent them, sit up or stand slowly, especially in the morning. Also, sit or lie down at the first sign of dizziness, lightheadedness, or weakness.


• Alcohol may increase the risk of side effects from Cytadren. Talk to your doctor before drinking alcohol while you are taking Cytadren.


• Before you have any medical or dental treatments, emergency care, or surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are using Cytadren.


• Contact your doctor if you experience injury, infection, or illness. Your body may not respond as well to these situations, and you may need to begin taking oral corticosteroids to help your body heal.


• LAB TESTS, including liver function, thyroid levels, complete blood cell counts, and electrolyte levels, may be performed to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.


• Use Cytadren with caution in the ELDERLY because they may be more sensitive to its effects.


• Use Cytadren with extreme caution in CHILDREN. Safety and effectiveness have not been confirmed.


• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Cytadren has been shown to cause harm to the fetus. If you think you may be pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Cytadren during pregnancy. It is unknown if Cytadren is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast feed while taking Cytadren.

Possible side effects of Cytadren:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Dizziness; drowsiness; headache; loss of appetite; muscle pain or weakness; nausea; rash; vomiting; weakness.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; fast heartbeat; fever, chills, or sore throat; severe or prolonged dizziness; unusual tiredness; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

See also: Cytadren side effects (in more detail)

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include extreme weakness; increase or decrease in breathing rate; loss of consciousness; severe or prolonged drowsiness or dizziness; severe or prolonged nausea or vomiting; unusual tiredness.

Proper storage of Cytadren:

Store Cytadren below 86 degrees F (30 degrees C) in a tightly closed container. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Cytadren out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Cytadren, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.


• Cytadren is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.


• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.


• Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Cytadren. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

Issue Date: February 1, 2012

Database Edition 12.1.1.002

Copyright © 2012 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.

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Naproxen-CT

Naproxen-CT may be available in the countries listed below.

Ingredient matches for Naproxen-CT

Naproxen

Naproxen is reported as an ingredient of Naproxen-CT in the following countries:

• Germany


• Luxembourg

Naproxen sodium salt (a derivative of Naproxen) is reported as an ingredient of Naproxen-CT in the following countries:

• Germany

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Co-Bisoprolol Mylan

Co-Bisoprolol Mylan may be available in the countries listed below.

Ingredient matches for Co-Bisoprolol Mylan

Bisoprolol

Bisoprolol fumarate (a derivative of Bisoprolol) is reported as an ingredient of Co-Bisoprolol Mylan in the following countries:

• Belgium

Hydrochlorothiazide

Hydrochlorothiazide is reported as an ingredient of Co-Bisoprolol Mylan in the following countries:

• Belgium

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Remodulin

Generic Name: Treprostinil Sodium
Class: Vasodilating Agents, Miscellaneous
VA Class: CV900

Introduction

Vasodilator; a synthetic analog of prostacyclin.^{2 3 15}

Uses for Remodulin

Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension

Used parenterally (as a continuous sub-Q or IV infusion) for treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) in patients with NYHA class II–IV symptoms to reduce symptoms associated with exercise.^{1 2 3} Also used parenterally to reduce rate of clinical deterioration in PAH patients who require conversion from epoprostenol therapy; carefully consider risks and benefits of each drug prior to transition.¹

Used by oral inhalation to improve walk distance in patients with WHO group I PAH and NYHA class III symptoms.^{15 16 17} Controlled clinical experience with orally inhaled treprostinil is based primarily on short-term trials in patients receiving the drug as add-on therapy to bosentan or sildenafil.^{13 15 16 17}

Sub-Q or IV treprostinil recommended by the American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP) as one of several options for treatment of PAH in patients with NYHA functional class II, III, or IV disease.^{12 13 25} Choice of PAH therapy should be individualized; consider factors such as disease severity, route of administration, potential adverse effects, and patient preference.^{12 13}

Designated an orphan drug by FDA for treatment of PAH.³¹

Remodulin Dosage and Administration

Administration

Administer by continuous sub-Q or IV infusion, or by oral inhalation.^{1 15}

When administered parenterally, sub-Q route generally preferred; reserve IV use for patients who cannot tolerate sub-Q therapy (e.g., due to infusion-site pain or reaction) or in whom risks of IV therapy are considered warranted.¹

Sub-Q Administration

Administer undiluted drug solution by continuous sub-Q infusion via a self-inserted sub-Q catheter, using a controlled-infusion device (ambulatory infusion pump).¹ Consult manufacturer's labeling for pump specifications.¹

To avoid potential interruptions in drug delivery, patient must have immediate access to backup infusion pump and sub-Q infusion sets (since abrupt withdrawal or sudden, large dosage reductions may result in worsening of PAH symptoms).¹

For sub-Q use, administer as supplied without further dilution.¹ A single reservoir (syringe) of undiluted treprostinil may be administered for up to 72 hours at 37°C.¹

Rate of Administration

Calculate sub-Q infusion rates using the following formula:¹

sub-Q infusion rate (mL/hr) = [dose (ng/kg per minute) × wt (kg) × 0.00006] ÷ treprostinil dosage strength concentration (mg/mL)

IV Administration

For solution compatibility information, see Compatibility under Stability.

Must be diluted prior to IV administration.^{1 14} (See Dilution under Dosage and Administration.)

Administer diluted drug solution by continuous IV infusion through a permanent indwelling central venous catheter using a controlled-infusion device (ambulatory infusion pump).¹ Consult manufacturer's labeling for pump specifications.¹

A peripheral IV catheter (preferably placed in a large vein) may be used temporarily until central venous access can be established.¹

To avoid potential interruptions in drug delivery, patient must have immediate access to backup infusion pump and IV infusion sets (since abrupt withdrawal or sudden, large dosage reductions may result in worsening of PAH symptoms).¹

Consult manufacturer's labeling for additional information on administration of IV treprostinil.^{1 14}

Dilution

Must be diluted with sterile water for injection, 0.9% sodium chloride injection, or Flolan sterile diluent for injection prior to IV administration. Diluted solutions are stable at 37°C for ≤48 hours at concentrations as low as 0.004 mg/mL (4000 ng/mL).¹

Add appropriate amount of drug to a sufficient volume of diluent to fill pump reservoir (typical IV infusion system reservoirs have a total capacity of 50 or 100 mL).¹ Select an infusion rate that will allow for an infusion period of ≤48 hours, and calculate concentration and amount of treprostinil required for the dilution according to the following formulas:¹

Diluted IV treprostinil concentration (mg/mL) = [dose (ng/kg per minute) × wt (kg) × 0.00006] ÷ IV infusion rate (mL/hr)

Amount of treprostinil injection (mL) = [diluted IV treprostinil concentration (mg/mL) ÷ treprostinil vial strength (mg/mL)] × total reservoir volume (mL)

Consult manufacturer's labeling for additional information on preparation of IV treprostinil.¹

Oral Inhalation

Treprostinil inhalation solution is for oral inhalation only; do not ingest.¹⁵

Administer using only the Tyvaso Inhalation System (Optineb-ir Model ON-100/7 device and related accessories).¹⁵ Patients should have access to a back-up Optineb-ir device in the event of equipment malfunction.¹⁵ Instruct patients on proper administration (including dosing frequency), use, and maintenance of Optineb-ir device.¹⁵

Administer 4 times daily during waking hours at equally spaced intervals of approximately 4 hours.¹⁵

Prior to first inhalation session, transfer entire contents of a single 2.9-mL ampul of drug into medicine cup supplied by the manufacturer.¹⁵ One ampul should contain enough drug for one day of treatment.^{15 19} After each inhalation session, cap inhalation device and store upright with remaining drug inside for ≤24 hours.¹⁵ Discard medicine cup and any unused solution at end of each day and clean Optineb-ir device according to manufacturer's instructions.¹⁵

Do not mix with other drugs.¹⁵

Do not allow solution to come into contact with the eyes or skin.¹⁵

Dosage

Adults

PAH

Continuous Sub-Q or IV Infusion

Initially, 1.25 ng/kg per minute.¹ If initial dosage is not tolerated, reduce infusion rate to 0.625 ng/kg per minute.¹

Adjust dosage to achieve symptomatic improvement while minimizing adverse effects.¹ Increase infusion rate based on clinical response in increments of 1.25 ng/kg per minute at weekly intervals for the first 4 weeks and then 2.5 ng/kg per minute at weekly intervals for the remaining duration of the infusion.¹

Several months may be required to identify optimal dosage.^{2 8 14}

Oral Inhalation

Initially, 18 mcg (3 inhalations) per treatment session 4 times daily.¹⁵ If initial dosage not tolerated, reduce to 1 or 2 inhalations per treatment session, then increase up to 3 inhalations as tolerated.¹⁵ Continue to increase dose by 3 inhalations every 1–2 weeks until target maintenance dosage of 54 mcg (9 inhalations) per treatment session attained.¹⁵ If unable to titrate to target dosage, maintain patient on highest possible tolerated dosage.¹⁵

If a treatment session is missed or interrupted, resume therapy as soon as possible at usual dosage.¹⁵

Conversion from Epoprostenol to Sub-Q or IV Treprostinil Therapy

Sub-Q or IV

Perform transition in a hospital setting where patient can be closely monitored.¹

Initiate treprostinil at a dosage equivalent to 10% of the current epoprostenol dosage; gradually increase treprostinil dosage while simultaneously decreasing dosage of epoprostenol.¹ Manufacturer recommends the following titration protocol:¹

Step	Epoprostenol Dosage	Treprostinil Dosage
1	Unchanged	10% of starting epoprostenol dosage
2	80% of starting epoprostenol dosage	30% of starting epoprostenol dosage
3	60% of starting epoprostenol dosage	50% of starting epoprostenol dosage
4	40% of starting epoprostenol dosage	70% of starting epoprostenol dosage
5	20% of starting epoprostenol dosage	90% of starting epoprostenol dosage
6	5% of starting epoprostenol dosage	110% of starting epoprostenol dosage
7	0	110% of starting epoprostenol dosage + additional 5–10% increments as needed

Individually titrate treprostinil dosage to allow transition from epoprostenol therapy while balancing symptoms of PAH and prostacyclin-related adverse effects.¹ Manage any increase in PAH symptoms (e.g., shortness of breath) by initially increasing dosage of treprostinil; manage symptoms of excess prostacyclin (e.g., facial flushing, headache, jaw pain) by initially decreasing dosage of epoprostenol.¹

Other transition protocols have been used successfully.^{9 21 22 25} Limited data indicate that patients whose therapy is transitioned from epoprostenol to IV treprostinil appear to require higher average dosages of treprostinil to maintain the same clinical benefits.^{11 14 21 22 24 25}

Prescribing Limits

Adults

PAH

Parenteral

Limited experience with dosages >40 ng/kg per minute.¹

Oral Inhalation

Maximum 54 mcg (9 inhalations) per treatment session 4 times daily.¹⁵

Special Populations

Hepatic Impairment

In patients with mild to moderate hepatic impairment, decrease initial dosage of sub-Q or IV treprostinil to 0.625 ng/kg per minute (based on ideal body weight).¹

Titrate orally inhaled treprostinil slowly in patients with hepatic impairment because of the possibility of increased systemic exposure to the drug.¹⁵

Renal Impairment

Manufacturer makes no specific dosage recommendations for patients with renal impairment;¹ titrate dosage slowly because of the possibility of increased systemic exposure to the drug.^{1 15}

Geriatric Patients

Select dosage with caution because of age-related decreases in hepatic, renal, and/or cardiac function and of concomitant disease and drug therapy.^{1 15}

Cautions for Remodulin

Contraindications

• 
  

  None known.¹

  
  

Warnings/Precautions

Warnings

Risk of Infection with IV Administration

Risk of serious and potentially fatal blood stream infections (BSI) and sepsis associated with drug delivery system (chronic indwelling central venous catheter).^{1 14 25 28} Patients must use strict aseptic technique in routine catheter care and in the preparation and administration of treprostinil.¹ Sub-Q route of administration is preferred when the drug is given parenterally.¹

Adequate Patient Evaluation and Monitoring

Use only under the supervision of a qualified clinician experienced in the diagnosis and management of PAH.¹

Initiate therapy in a setting with adequate medical personnel and equipment for providing physiologic monitoring and emergency care.¹

Therapy may be continued for prolonged periods; carefully consider patient's ability to administer the drug and care for an infusion system (when drug is given parenterally).¹

Precautions Related to Inhaled Treprostinil

Safety and efficacy of orally inhaled treprostinil not established in patients with lung disease (i.e., asthma, COPD).¹⁵ Monitor patients who develop acute pulmonary infections for any worsening of lung disease and loss of drug effect.¹⁵

Withdrawal of Therapy

Avoid abrupt withdrawal or sudden, large dosage reductions; may result in worsening of PAH symptoms.¹

Hematologic Effects

Possible increased risk of bleeding, particularly in patients receiving anticoagulant therapy.^{1 15} (See Specific Drugs under Interactions.)

Hypotensive Effects

Risk of symptomatic hypotension in patients with low systemic arterial pressure receiving orally inhaled treprostinil.¹⁵

Specific Populations

Pregnancy

Category B.^{1 15}

Lactation

Not known whether treprostinil is distributed into milk;^{1 15} use with caution in nursing women.^{1 15}

Pediatric Use

Parenteral treprostinil: Safety and efficacy not established in children or adolescents <16 years of age.^{1 8} Clinical studies did not include sufficient numbers of patients ≤16 years of age to determine whether pediatric patients respond differently than adults.¹ Titrate dosage carefully.⁸

Orally inhaled treprostinil: Safety and efficacy not established in patients <18 years of age.¹⁵

Geriatric Use

Clinical studies did not include sufficient numbers of patients ≥65 years of age to determine whether geriatric patients respond differently than younger patients.^{1 15}

Hepatic Impairment

Adjust dosage of sub-Q or IV treprostinil in patients with mild to moderate hepatic impairment.¹ (See Hepatic Impairment under Dosage and Administration.)

Not studied in patients with severe hepatic impairment.^{1 15}

Renal Impairment

Not studied in patients with renal impairment.^{1 15} However, possibility of reduced renal clearance of the drug in such patients.¹⁵

Common Adverse Effects

Sub-Q therapy: Infusion site pain and reaction (e.g., erythema, induration, rash).¹

IV therapy: Arm swelling, paresthesias, hematoma, pain.¹

Sub-Q and IV therapy: Headache, diarrhea, nausea, jaw pain, vasodilation, dizziness, edema, pruritus, hypotension.¹

Orally inhaled therapy: Cough and throat irritation; headache; GI effects; muscle, jaw, or bone pain; flushing; syncope.^{15 16}

Interactions for Remodulin

Extensively metabolized in liver, principally by CYP2C8.^{1 29} Does not inhibit CYP1A2, 2A6, 2C8, 2C9, 2C19, 2D6, 2E1, or 3A in vitro.^{1 15} Does not induce CYP1A2, 2B6, 2C9, 2C19, or 3A in vitro.^{1 15} Pharmacokinetic interactions with drugs metabolized by the CYP enzyme system are considered unlikely.¹

Specific Drugs

Drug	Interaction	Comments
Acetaminophen	Pharmacokinetics of treprostinil not substantially affected1 15
Anticoagulants	Potential for increased risk of bleeding1 15 Warfarin: No clinically important interaction observed1 15
Antihypertensive agents	Additive hypotensive effect possible1 15
Bosentan	Pharmacokinetic interaction not observed with an oral formulation of treprostinil1 15 29
Diuretics	Additive hypotensive effect possible1 15
Fluconazole	Pharmacokinetics of treprostinil not substantially affected1 15
Gemfibrozil	Increased systemic exposure to an oral formulation of treprostinil; possible increased risk of adverse effects with treprostinil1 15
Rifampin	Decreased systemic exposure to an oral formulation of treprostinil; possible reduced efficacy of treprostinil1 15
Sildenafil	Pharmacokinetic interaction not observed with an oral formulation of treprostinil1 15
Vasodilating agents	Additive hypotensive effect possible1 15

Remodulin Pharmacokinetics

Absorption

Bioavailability

Rapidly and completely absorbed after sub-Q infusion; absolute bioavailability of 100%.¹

Sub-Q and IV treprostinil are bioequivalent at steady-state dosage of 10 ng/kg per minute.^{1 9 30}

Mean absolute systemic bioavailability following oral inhalation is approximately 64 and 72% following doses of 18 and 36 mcg, respectively.¹⁵

Plasma Concentrations

Steady-state concentrations occur in approximately 10 hours following sub-Q administration.¹

Peak plasma concentrations of treprostinil achieved approximately 10–15 minutes after oral inhalation.¹⁸

Special Populations

Peak plasma concentrations increased by twofold or fourfold in patients with portopulmonary hypertension and mild or moderate hepatic impairment, respectively, compared with healthy individuals.¹

Distribution

Plasma Protein Binding

91%.^{1 15}

Elimination

Metabolism

Extensively metabolized in liver, principally by CYP2C8; 5 metabolites described thus far.^{1 15}

Elimination Route

Following sub-Q administration, excreted in urine (79%) and feces (13%).^{1 15}

Half-life

Biphasic; terminal half-life of approximately 4 hours.^{1 15}

Special Populations

In patients with hepatic insufficiency, clearance was reduced by up to 80% compared with healthy adults.^{1 15}

In patients with renal impairment, clearance may be reduced since treprostinil and its metabolites are eliminated principally by the kidneys.¹⁵

Stability

Storage

Parenteral

Injection

25°C (may be exposed to 15–30°C).¹

May use vial for ≤30 days after initial entry.¹

May store undiluted drug in a single reservoir (syringe) for ≤72 hours at 37°C.¹

Diluted solutions of treprostinil are stable at 37°C for ≤48 hours at concentrations as low as 0.004 mg/mL (4000 ng/mL).¹

Oral Inhalation

25°C (may be exposed to 15–30°C) for unopened ampuls in unopened foil pouch.¹⁵

Use ampuls within 7 days after opening foil pouch; store unopened ampuls in pouch until use because drug is light-sensitive.¹⁵

Once drug solution is placed in medicine cup in inhalation device, use within 24 hours.¹⁵ Discard any unused solution at end of day.¹⁵

Compatibility

For information on systemic interactions resulting from concomitant use, see Interactions.

Parenteral

Solution Compatibility

Compatible1 HID
Sodium chloride 0.9%
VariableHID
Dextrose 5%

Actions

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  Pharmacologic actions (e.g., vasodilation of pulmonary and systemic arterial vascular beds, inhibition of platelet aggregation) similar to those of epoprostenol.^{2 3}

  
  


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  In animals, vasodilatory effects reduce right and left ventricular afterload and increase cardiac output and stroke volume.¹

  
  


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  Causes dose-related negative inotropic and lusitropic effect.¹

  
  


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  Orally inhaled treprostinil exhibits high pulmonary selectivity and produces sustained pulmonary vasodilation without substantial systemic effects.¹⁸

  
  


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  Modest and temporary effects on QT_c interval observed following single oral inhalation doses; possibly an artifact of the rapidly changing heart rate produced by the drug.^{1 15} Effects of parenteral treprostinil on QT_c not studied.¹

  
  

Advice to Patients

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  Importance of advising patient that treprostinil is infused continuously through a self-inserted sub-Q or surgically placed indwelling central venous catheter, via an infusion pump, which will require a long-term commitment on the part of the patient.¹

  
  


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  Importance of advising patient to use sterile technique when preparing and administering drug.¹

  
  


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  Importance of advising patients that subsequent management of PAH may require therapy with an alternate IV prostacyclin therapy (e.g., epoprostenol).¹

  
  


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  Importance of understanding potential risks associated with therapy.¹

  
  


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  Importance of patients receiving adequate training in the proper administration and dosing of orally inhaled treprostinil, and on set-up, operation, and maintenance of the Optineb-ir device.¹⁵

  
  


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  Importance of having immediate access to a back-up pump and infusion sets (when administered parenterally) or a back-up Optineb-ir device (when administered via oral inhalation) in order to avoid potential interruptions in drug therapy secondary to drug delivery device failure or equipment malfunction.^{1 15}

  
  


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  Importance of advising patients that if a scheduled treatment session of orally inhaled treprostinil is missed, treatment should be resumed as soon as possible.¹⁵

  
  


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  Importance of advising patients to avoid skin or eye contact with treprostinil oral inhalation solution.¹⁵ If skin or eye contact occurs, instruct patient to immediately rinse the affected area with water.¹⁵

  
  


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  Importance of women informing clinicians if they are or plan to become pregnant or plan to breast-feed.¹

  
  


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  Importance of informing clinicians of existing or contemplated concomitant therapy, including prescription and OTC drugs, as well as any concomitant illnesses.¹

  
  


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  Importance of informing patients of other important precautionary information.¹ (See Cautions.)

  
  

Preparations

Excipients in commercially available drug preparations may have clinically important effects in some individuals; consult specific product labeling for details.

Treprostinil Sodium

Routes	Dosage Forms	Strengths	Brand Names	Manufacturer
Parenteral	Injection, for continuous sub-Q or IV infusion via controlled-infusion device only	1 mg (of treprostinil) per mL	Remodulin	United Therapeutics
		2.5 (of treprostinil) per mL	Remodulin	United Therapeutics
		5 (of treprostinil) per mL	Remodulin	United Therapeutics
		10 (of treprostinil) per mL	Remodulin	United Therapeutics
Oral Inhalation	Solution, for nebulization	0.6 mg/mL (1.74 mg)	Tyvaso (available with Tyvaso Inhalation System)	United Therapeutics

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