CNS stimulants, including ADHANSIA XR, other methylphenidate-containing products, and amphetamines, have a high potential for abuse and dependence. Assess the risk of abuse prior to prescribing, and monitor for signs of abuse and dependence while on therapy [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ), Drug Abuse and Dependence ( 9.2 , 9.3 )] .
Indications and uses
ADHANSIA XR ® is a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant indicated for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in patients 6 years and older [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )] .
Dosage and administration
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CNS stimulants, including ADHANSIA XR, other methylphenidate-containing
products, and amphetamines, have a high potential for abuse and dependence.
Assess the risk of abuse prior to prescribing, and monitor for signs
of abuse and dependence while on therapy [see Warnings and
Precautions (5.1), Drug Abuse and
Dependence (9.2, 9.3)].
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE
INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION
ADHANSIA XR® is a central
nervous system (CNS) stimulant indicated for the treatment of Attention
Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in patients 6 years and older [see Clinical Studies (14)].
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
2.1 Pretreatment Screening
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Prior to initiating
treatment with ADHANSIA XR, assess for the presence of cardiac disease
(i.e., perform a careful history, family history of sudden death or
ventricular arrhythmia, and physical exam) [see Warnings and
Precautions (5.2)].
Assess the risk of abuse prior
to prescribing and monitor for signs of abuse and dependence while
on therapy. Maintain careful prescription records, educate patients
about abuse, and periodically re-evaluate the need for ADHANSIA XR
use [see Boxed Warning, Warnings and Precautions (5.1), and Drug Abuse and
Dependence (9)].
2.2 General Dosing Information
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
Administer ADHANSIA XR orally once daily
in the morning with or without food.
The recommended starting dose of ADHANSIA
XR for patients 6 years or older is 25 mg once daily. Titrate the
dose in increments of 10 to 15 mg at intervals of no less than 5 days.
Dosages higher than 100 mg daily in adults and 85 mg daily in pediatric
patients have not been evaluated in clinical trials and are not recommended.
Although efficacy was demonstrated in short-term controlled trials
in adults at dosages of 100 mg daily, dosages above 85 mg daily were
associated with a disproportionate increase in the incidence of certain
adverse reactions. In short-term controlled trials in pediatric patients,
efficacy was demonstrated at dosages of 70 mg daily, but dosages 70
mg daily and higher were associated with a disproportionate increase
in the incidence of certain adverse reactions [see Adverse
Reactions (6.1), Clinical Studies
(14)]. Individualize dosage
adjustments based upon assessment of clinical benefit and tolerability
with careful consideration of the dose-related adverse reactions.
ADHANSIA XR may be taken whole
or the capsule may be opened and the entire contents sprinkled onto
a tablespoon of applesauce or yogurt. The entire mixture should be
consumed immediately or within 10 minutes. If the mixture is not
consumed within 10 minutes after mixing, it should be discarded and
not stored. Patients should take the entire contents of the capsule
sprinkled on the chosen food in its entirety, without chewing. The
dose of a single capsule should not be divided. Patients should not
take anything less than one capsule per day.
In the event of a missed dose, do not administer
later in the day. Do not administer additional medication to make
up for the missed dose [see Adverse Reactions (6.1), Clinical Studies (14)].
Pharmacological treatment of ADHD may be
needed for extended periods. Periodically re-evaluate the long-term
use of ADHANSIA XR, and adjust dosage as needed.
2.3 Dose Reduction and Discontinuation
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If paradoxical aggravation of symptoms or
other adverse reactions occur, reduce the dosage, or, if necessary,
discontinue the drug. ADHANSIA XR should be periodically discontinued
to assess the patient's condition. If improvement is not observed
after appropriate dosage adjustment over a one-month period, discontinue
ADHANSIA XR.
2.4 Switching from Other Methylphenidate Products
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If switching from other methylphenidate products,
discontinue that treatment, and titrate with ADHANSIA XR using the
titration schedule above.
Do not substitute ADHANSIA XR for other methylphenidate products
on a milligram-per-milligram basis because of different methylphenidate
base compositions and differing pharmacokinetic profiles [see
Description (11) and Clinical Pharmacology
(12.3)].
3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS
DOSAGE FORMS & STRENGTHS SECTION
25 mg (methylphenidate hydrochloride) Extended-Release
Capsules – blue capsule (imprinted with
“MLR-02” on cap and “25 mg” on the body)
Contains
25 mg methylphenidate hydrochloride, equivalent to 21.6 mg of methylphenidate
35 mg (methylphenidate hydrochloride) Extended-Release
Capsules – orange capsule (imprinted with
“MLR-02” on cap and “35 mg” on the body)
Contains
35 mg methylphenidate hydrochloride, equivalent to 30.3 mg of methylphenidate
45 mg (methylphenidate hydrochloride) Extended-Release
Capsules – yellow capsule (imprinted with
“MLR-02” on cap and “45 mg” on the body)
Contains
45 mg methylphenidate hydrochloride, equivalent to 38.9 mg of methylphenidate
55 mg (methylphenidate hydrochloride) Extended-Release
Capsules – light green capsule (imprinted
with “MLR-02” on cap and “55 mg” on the body)
Contains 55 mg methylphenidate hydrochloride, equivalent to 47.6
mg of methylphenidate
70 mg (methylphenidate hydrochloride) Extended-Release
Capsules – iron gray capsule (imprinted
with “MLR-02” on cap and “70 mg” on the body)
Contains 70 mg methylphenidate hydrochloride, equivalent to 60.5
mg of methylphenidate
85 mg (methylphenidate hydrochloride) Extended-Release
Capsules – white capsule (imprinted with
“MLR-02” on cap and “85 mg” on the body)
Contains
85 mg methylphenidate hydrochloride, equivalent to 73.5 mg of methylphenidate
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS
CONTRAINDICATIONS SECTION
ADHANSIA
XR is contraindicated in patients:
With a known hypersensitivity to methylphenidate or other
components of ADHANSIA XR. Hypersensitivity reactions such as angioedema
and anaphylactic reactions have been reported in patients treated
with other methylphenidate products [see Adverse Reactions
(6.2)].
Receiving concomitant treatment with monoamine oxidase inhibitors
(MAOIs), and also within 14 days following discontinuation of treatment
with a MAOI, because of the risk of hypertensive crisis [see
Drug Interactions (7.1)].
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS SECTION
5.1 Potential for Abuse and Dependence
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CNS stimulants, including ADHANSIA XR, other
methylphenidate-containing products, and amphetamines, have a high
potential for abuse and dependence. Assess the risk of abuse prior
to prescribing, and monitor for signs of abuse and dependence while
on therapy [see Drug Abuse and Dependence (9.2, 9.3)].
5.2 Serious Cardiovascular Events
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Sudden
death, stroke and myocardial infarction have occurred in adults treated
with CNS stimulant treatment at recommended doses. Sudden death has
occurred in pediatric patients with structural cardiac abnormalities
and other serious cardiac problems taking CNS stimulants at recommended
doses for ADHD. Avoid use in patients with known structural cardiac
abnormalities, cardiomyopathy, serious heart arrhythmia, coronary
artery disease, and other serious heart problems. Further evaluate
patients who develop exertional chest pain, unexplained syncope, or
arrhythmias during ADHANSIA XR treatment.
5.3 Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Increases
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
CNS stimulants cause an increase in blood
pressure (mean increase approximately 2 to 4 mmHg) and heart rate
(mean increase approximately 3 to 6 bpm). Individuals may have larger
increases. Monitor all patients for hypertension and tachycardia.
5.4 Psychiatric Adverse Reactions
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
Exacerbation of Pre-Existing Psychosis CNS stimulants may exacerbate symptoms of behavior disturbance
and thought disorder in patients with a pre-existing psychotic disorder.
Induction of a Manic
Episode in Patients with Bipolar Disorder CNS
stimulants may induce a manic or mixed episode in patients. Prior
to initiating treatment, screen patients for risk factors for developing
a manic episode (e.g., comorbid or history of depressive symptoms
or a family history of suicide, bipolar disorder, or depression).
New Psychotic or Manic
Symptoms CNS stimulants, at recommended doses,
may cause psychotic or manic symptoms (e.g., hallucinations, delusional
thinking, or mania) in patients without a prior history of psychotic
illness or mania. If such symptoms occur, consider discontinuing ADHANSIA
XR. In a pooled analysis of multiple short-term, placebo-controlled
studies of CNS stimulants, psychotic or manic symptoms occurred in
approximately 0.1% of CNS stimulant-treated patients, compared to
0% in placebo-treated patients.
5.5 Priapism
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
Prolonged and painful erections,
sometimes requiring surgical intervention, have been reported with
methylphenidate products, in both pediatric and adult patients. Priapism
was not reported with drug initiation but developed after some time
on the drug, often subsequent to an increase in dose. Priapism has
also appeared during a period of drug withdrawal (drug holidays or
during discontinuation). Patients who develop abnormally sustained
or frequent and painful erections should seek immediate medical attention.
5.6 Peripheral Vasculopathy, including Raynaud’s Phenomenon
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
CNS stimulants, including ADHANSIA XR, used
to treat ADHD are associated with peripheral vasculopathy, including
Raynaud’s phenomenon. Signs and symptoms are usually intermittent
and mild; however, very rare sequelae include digital ulceration and/or
soft tissue breakdown. Effects of peripheral vasculopathy, including
Raynaud’s phenomenon, were observed in post-marketing reports at different
times and at therapeutic doses in all age groups throughout the course
of treatment. Signs and symptoms generally improve after reduction
in dose or discontinuation of drug. Careful observation for digital
changes is necessary during treatment with ADHD stimulants. Further
clinical evaluation (e.g., rheumatology referral) may be appropriate
for certain patients.
5.7 Long-Term Suppression of Growth
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
CNS stimulants have been associated with
weight loss and slowing of growth rate in pediatric patients.
Careful follow-up of weight and
height in pediatric patients ages 7 to 10 years who were randomized
to either methylphenidate or non-medication treatment groups over
14 months, as well as in naturalistic subgroups of newly methylphenidate-treated
and non-medication treated pediatric patients over 36 months (to the
ages of 10 to 13 years), suggests that consistently medicated pediatric
patients (i.e., treatment for 7 days per week throughout the year)
have a temporary slowing in growth rate (on average, a total of about
2 cm less growth in height and 2.7 kg less growth in weight over 3
years), without evidence of growth rebound during this period of development.
Closely monitor growth (weight
and height) in pediatric patients treated with CNS stimulants, including
ADHANSIA XR. Patients who are not growing or gaining height or weight
as expected may need to have their treatment interrupted.
5.8 Allergic-Type Reactions: FD&C Yellow No. 5
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
ADHANSIA XR 45 mg capsules contain FD&C
Yellow No. 5 (tartrazine) which may cause allergic-type reactions
(including bronchial asthma) in certain susceptible persons. Although
the overall incidence of FD&C Yellow No. 5 (tartrazine) sensitivity
in the general population is low, it is frequently seen in patients
who also have aspirin hypersensitivity [see Contraindications
(4)].
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS
ADVERSE REACTIONS SECTION
The following
are discussed in more detail in other sections of the labeling:
Known hypersensitivity to methylphenidate or other ingredients
of ADHANSIA XR [see Contraindications (4)]
Hypertensive crisis when used concomitantly with monoamine
oxidase inhibitors [see Contraindications (4) and Drug Interactions (7.1)]
Drug dependence [see Boxed Warning, Warnings and
Precautions (5.1), and Drug Abuse
and Dependence (9.2, 9.3)]
Serious cardiovascular reactions [see Warnings and
Precautions (5.2)]
Blood pressure and heart rate increases [see Warnings
and Precautions (5.3)]
Psychiatric adverse reactions [see Warnings and
Precautions (5.4)]
Peripheral vasculopathy, including Raynaud’s phenomenon [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6)]
Long-term suppression of growth [see Warnings and
Precautions (5.7)]
Allergic Reactions FD&C Yellow No.5 [see Warnings
and Precautions (5.8)]
6.1 Clinical Trial Experience
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Because clinical trials are conducted
under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in
the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates
in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates
observed in clinical practice.
Clinical Trials Experience with
Other Methylphenidate Products in Children, Adolescents, and Adults
with ADHD Commonly reported (≥2% of the methylphenidate
group and twice the rate of the placebo group) adverse reactions from
placebo-controlled trials of methylphenidate products include: appetite
decreased, weight decreased, nausea, abdominal pain, dyspepsia, dry
mouth, vomiting, insomnia, anxiety, nervousness, restlessness, affect
lability, agitation, irritability, dizziness, vertigo, tremor, blurred
vision, blood pressure increased, heart rate increased, tachycardia,
palpitations, hyperhidrosis, and pyrexia.
Clinical Trials Experience with
ADHANSIA XR ADHANSIA XR was studied in adults
(18 to 72 years) and pediatric patients (6 to 17 years) who met Diagnostic
and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th edition (DSM-5) criteria for ADHD.
The safety data for adults is based on three
randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled studies in doses of 25
mg to 100 mg per day. The safety data for pediatric patients (6 to
17 years) is based on two randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled
studies in doses of 25 mg to 85 mg per day.
The total number of patients exposed to ADHANSIA
XR during 1 to 4-week long, controlled treatment periods is 1168;
this included 719 adult patients and 449 pediatric patients [156 (6
to 12 years); 293 (12 to 17 years)], from two clinical trials in adults,
one in pediatric patients ages 12 to 17 years, and one in pediatric
patients ages 6 to 12 years [see Clinical Studies (14)].
Adverse Reactions Leading to Discontinuation
of Treatment In controlled adult trials for
Study 1, 3% of both of ADHANSIA XR-treated patients and placebo-treated
patients discontinued due to adverse reactions. In an adult workplace
environment study (Study 2), 10% of ADHANSIA XR-treated patients discontinued
due to adverse reactions compared to 0% of placebo-treated patients.
The following adverse reactions led to discontinuation at a frequency
of 2% of ADHANSIA XR-treated patients: nausea, bronchitis, gastroenteritis
viral, viral infection, blood pressure increased, and hypomania.
In an adult laboratory classroom
study (Study 5), 3.5% of ADHANSIA XR-treated patients discontinued
due to adverse reactions during the open-label titration period. There
were no discontinuations due to adverse reactions during the double-blind
period of the study.
In a controlled trial (Study 3) in pediatric patients (12 to 17 years),
3% of ADHANSIA XR-treated patients discontinued due to adverse reactions
compared to 0% of placebo-treated patients. The most frequent adverse
reactions leading to discontinuation in at least 1% of ADHANSIA XR-treated
patients and at a rate greater that placebo was irritability (1%).
Two patients taking ADHANSIA XR 70 or 85 mg had delirium leading to
discontinuation.
In
a controlled trial (Study 4) in pediatric patients (6 to 12 years),
1% of ADHANSIA XR-treated patients discontinued due to adverse reactions
compared to 0% of placebo-treated patients.
Adult Patients with ADHD The most common adverse reactions (incidence of ≥5% and
at least twice placebo) of ADHANSIA XR occurring in controlled trials
in adults (Study 1) were insomnia, dry mouth, and decreased appetite.
Table 1 lists the adverse reactions
that occurred ≥2% of adult patients and greater than placebo among
ADHANSIA XR-treated adult patients in Study 1.
Table 1: Adverse Reactions Occurring in ≥ 2% of Adult Patients
with ADHD on ADHANSIA XR and Greater than Patients Taking Placebo
in a 4-week Clinical Trial (Study 1)
Adverse Reaction
ADHANSIA XR
All doses ADHANSIA XR
Placebo
25 mg
45 mg
70 mg
100 mg
N=375
(N=77)
(N=73)
(N=73)
(N=74)
(N=297)
(N=78)
Initial Insomnia
4%
8%
6%
7%
6%
1%
Insomnia
17%
11%
16%
19%
16%
4%
Dry mouth
8%
8%
7%
14%
9%
4%
Nausea
4%
6%
4%
11%
6%
3%
Diarrhea
1%
3%
7%
5%
4%
1%
Decreased appetite
4%
7%
15%
19%
11%
3%
Feeling jittery
1%
3%
8%
4%
4%
1%
Weight decreased
3%
4%
3%
5%
4%
1%
Upper respiratory
tract infection
0%
4%
3%
3%
2%
1%
The most common adverse
reactions (incidence of ≥5%) of ADHANSIA XR occurring in adults in
the open-label dose-optimization period of Study 5 were headache,
decreased appetite, insomnia, irritability, upper respiratory tract
infection, dry mouth, nausea, anxiety, and fatigue.
Table 2 lists adverse reactions that occurred
≥2% of adult patients in the ADHANSIA XR-treated patients and greater
than placebo-treated patients for the double-blind period of study
5.
Table 2: Adverse Reactions Occurring in ≥ 2% of Adult Patients
with ADHD on ADHANSIA XR and Greater than Patients Taking Placebo
in the Double-Blind Period (Study 5)
* Includes insomnia, initial insomnia,
and delayed sleep phase
Adverse Reaction
ADHANSIA XR
All doses ADHANSIA XR
Placebo
25 mg
35 mg
45 mg
55 mg
70 mg
85 mg
100 mg
N=239
(N=3)
(N=4)
(N=15)
(N=31)
(N=30)
(N=22)
(N=16)
(N=121)
(N=118)
Headache
0%
0%
7%
0%
3%
5%
13%
4%
3%
Fatigue
0%
0%
0%
3%
3%
9%
0%
3%
1%
Insomnia*
0%
0%
0%
0%
7%
5%
0%
3%
2%
Irritability
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
9%
0%
2%
0%
Nausea
0%
0%
7%
3%
0%
0%
0%
2%
0%
Dysmenorrhea
0%
25%
0%
0%
0%
5%
0%
2%
0%
Pediatric
Patients (12 to 17 years) with ADHD The most
common (incidence ≥5% and at least twice placebo) adverse reactions
reported in pediatric patients (12 to 17 years) were decreased appetite,
insomnia, and weight decreased.
Table 3 lists the adverse reactions that
occurred ≥2% of pediatric patients (12 to 17 years) and greater than
placebo among ADHANSIA XR-treated pediatric patients (12 to 17 years).
Table 3: Adverse Reactions Occurring in ≥ 2% of Pediatric
Patients (12 to 17 years) with ADHD Taking ADHANSIA XR and Greater
than Placebo in a 4-week Clinical Trial
Adverse Reaction
ADHANSIA XR
All doses ADHANSIA XR
Placebo
25 mg
45 mg
70 mg
85 mg
(N=73)
(N=72)
(N=76)
(N=72)
(N=293)
(N=74)
Decreased appetite
7%
19%
28%
26%
20%
0%
Insomnia
4%
0%
9%
13%
6%
1%
Initial Insomnia
4%
7%
5%
4%
5%
1%
Weight decreased
1%
3%
8%
13%
7%
0%
Abdominal pain
upper
5%
1%
5%
4%
4%
1%
Nausea
3%
6%
7%
8%
6%
4%
Dizziness
3%
0%
4%
4%
3%
0%
Dry mouth
1%
0%
5%
4%
3%
1%
Vomiting
1%
1%
3%
6%
3%
0%
Pediatric
Patients (6 to 12 years) with ADHD Study 4,
conducted in pediatric patients 6 to 12 years of age, was comprised
of a 6-week open-label dose-optimization phase in which all patients
received ADHANSIA XR (n=156; mean dose 48 mg), followed by a 1-week,
double-blind controlled phase in which patients were randomized to
continue ADHANSIA XR (n=75) or switch to placebo (n=73). During the
open-label ADHANSIA XR treatment phase, adverse reactions reported
in > 5% of patients included: decreased appetite (35%), upper abdominal
pain (15%), affect lability (13%), nausea or vomiting (13%), weight
decreased (12%), insomnia (10%), irritability (10%), headache (10%),
and heart rate increased (5%). Because of the trial design (6-week
open-label active treatment phase followed by a 1-week, randomized,
double-blind, placebo-controlled withdrawal), the adverse reaction
rates described in the double-blind phase are lower than expected
in clinical practice. No difference occurred in the incidence of adverse
reactions between ADHANSIA XR and placebo during the 1-week, double-blind,
placebo-controlled treatment phase.
6.2 Post-marketing Experience
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The following adverse reactions have been identified during post
approval use of methylphenidate products. Because these reactions
are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is
not possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal
relationship to drug exposure. These adverse reactions are as follows:
Blood and Lymphatic
System Disorders: pancytopenia, thrombocytopenia, thrombocytopenic
purpura
Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue Disorders: alopecia, erythema
Urogenital System: priapism
Vascular Disorders: Raynaud’s
phenomenon
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS
DRUG INTERACTIONS SECTION
7.1 Clinically Important Drug Interactions
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
Table 3 presents clinically important drug
interactions with ADHANSIA XR.
Table 3: Drugs Having Clinically Important Interactions with
ADHANSIA XR
Monoamine
Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOI)
Clinical Impact:
Concomitant use of MAOIs and
CNS stimulants can cause hypertensive crisis. Potential outcomes include
death, stroke, myocardial infarction, aortic dissection, ophthalmological
complications, eclampsia, pulmonary edema, and renal failure [see Contraindications (4)].
Intervention:
Do not administer ADHANSIA XR
concomitantly with MAOIs or within 14 days after discontinuing MAOI
treatment.
Examples:
selegiline, tranylcypromine,
isocarboxazid, phenelzine, linezolid, methylene blue
Gastric pH
Modulators
Clinical Impact:
May change the release, PK profiles
and alter the pharmacodynamics of ADHANSIA XR.
Intervention:
Monitor patients for changes
in clinical effect and use alternative therapy based on clinical response.
Combined use of methylphenidate
with risperidone when there is a change, whether an increase or decrease,
in dosage of either or both medications, may increase the risk of
extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS).
Intervention:
Monitor for signs of EPS.
8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS
USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS SECTION
8.1 Pregnancy
PREGNANCY SECTION
Pregnancy Exposure Registry There is a pregnancy
exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed
to ADHANSIA XR during pregnancy. Healthcare providers are encouraged
to register patients by calling the National Pregnancy Registry for
Psychostimulants at 1-866-961-2388.
Risk Summary Published studies and post-marketing reports on methylphenidate
use during pregnancy are insufficient to identify a drug-associated
risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or adverse maternal or fetal
outcomes. There are risks to the fetus associated with the use of
central nervous system (CNS) stimulants during pregnancy (see Clinical Considerations). No effects on morphological development were observed in embryo-fetal
studies with oral administration of methylphenidate to pregnant rats
and rabbits during organogenesis at doses up to 7 and 11 times, respectively,
the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of 85 mg/day given to adolescents
on a mg/m2 basis. However, fetal spina
bifida was observed in rabbits at a dose 36 times the MRHD given to
adolescents. A decrease in pup body weight was observed in a pre-
and post-natal development study with oral administration of methylphenidate
to rats throughout pregnancy and lactation at doses 4 times the MRHD
given to adolescents [see Data].
The estimated
background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated
population is unknown. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth
defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population,
the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage
in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2 to 4% and 15 to 20%, respectively.
Clinical Considerations Fetal/Neonatal Adverse Reactions CNS stimulants, such as ADHANSIA XR, can cause vasoconstriction
and thereby decrease placental perfusion. No fetal and/or neonatal
adverse reactions have been reported with the use of therapeutic doses
of methylphenidate during pregnancy; however, premature delivery and
low birth weight infants have been reported in amphetamine-dependent
mothers.
Data Animal Data In embryo-fetal development studies conducted in rats and rabbits,
methylphenidate was administered orally at doses of up to 75 and 200
mg/kg/day, respectively, during the period of organogenesis. Malformations
(increased incidence of fetal spina bifida) were observed in rabbits
at the highest dose. which is approximately 36 times the maximum recommended
human dose (MRHD) of 85 mg/day given to adolescents on a mg/m2 basis. The no effect level for embryo-fetal development
in rabbits was 60 mg/kg/day (11 times the MRHD given to adolescents
on a mg/m2 basis). There was no evidence
of morphological development effects in rats, although increased incidences
of fetal skeletal variations were seen at the highest dose level (7
times the MRHD given to adolescents on a mg/m2 basis), which was also maternally toxic. The no effect level for
embryo-fetal development in rats was 25 mg/kg/day. (2 times the MRHD
given to adolescents on a mg/m2 basis). When methylphenidate was administered
to rats throughout pregnancy and lactation at doses of up to 45 mg/kg/day,
offspring body weight gain was decreased at the highest dose (4 times
the MRHD on a mg/m2 basis), but no other
effects on postnatal development were observed. The no effect level
for pre- and postnatal development in rats was 15 mg/kg/day (equivalent
to the MRHD given to adolescents on a mg/m2 basis).
8.2 Lactation
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Risk Summary Limited published literature, based on breast milk
sampling from five mothers, reports that methylphenidate is present
in human milk, which resulted in infant doses of 0.16% to 0.7% of
the maternal weight-adjusted dosage and a milk/plasma ratio ranging
between 1.1 and 2.7. There are no reports of adverse effects on the
breastfed infant and no effects on milk production. Long-term neurodevelopmental
effects on infants from stimulant exposure are unknown. The developmental
and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with
the mother’s clinical need for ADHANSIA XR and any potential adverse
effects on the breastfed infant from ADHANSIA XR or from the underlying
maternal condition.
Clinical Considerations Monitor
breastfeeding infants for adverse reactions, such as agitation, anorexia,
and reduced weight gain.
8.4 Pediatric Use
PEDIATRIC USE SECTION
Safety and effectiveness of ADHANSIA XR in pediatric patients
under the age of 6 years have not been established.
The safety and effectiveness of ADHANSIA
XR have been established in one adequate and well-controlled 6-week
study in pediatric patients ages 6 to 12 years, and in one adequate
and well-controlled 4-week study in pediatric patients ages 12 to
17 years [see Clinical Studies (14)]. The long-term efficacy of methylphenidate in pediatric
patients has not been established.
Long Term Suppression of Growth Growth should be monitored during treatment with stimulants,
including ADHANSIA XR. Pediatric patients who are not growing or
gaining weight as expected may need to have their treatment interrupted [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7)].
Juvenile Animal Toxicity Data Rats treated
with methylphenidate early in the postnatal period through sexual
maturation demonstrated a decrease in spontaneous locomotor activity
in adulthood. A deficit in acquisition of a specific learning task
was observed in females only. The doses at which these findings were
observed are at least 3 times the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD)
of 85 mg/day given to children on a mg/m2 basis.
In the study
conducted in young rats, methylphenidate was administered orally at
doses of up to 100 mg/kg/day for 9 weeks, starting early in the postnatal
period (postnatal day 7) and continuing through sexual maturity (postnatal
week 10). When these animals were tested as adults (postnatal weeks
13-14), decreased spontaneous locomotor activity was observed in males
and females previously treated with 50 mg/kg/day (approximately 3
times the MRHD of 85 mg/day given to children on a mg/m2 basis) or greater, and a deficit in the acquisition
of a specific learning task was observed in females exposed to the
highest dose (6 times the MRHD given to children on a mg/m2 basis). The no effect level for juvenile neurobehavioral
development in rats was 5 mg/kg/day (approximately 0.25 times the
MRHD given to children on a mg/m2 basis).
The clinical significance of the long-term behavioral effects observed
in rats is unknown.
8.5 Geriatric Use
GERIATRIC USE SECTION
ADHANSIA XR has not been studied in the patients over the
age of 72 years.
9 DRUG ABUSE AND DEPENDENCE
DRUG ABUSE AND DEPENDENCE SECTION
9.1 Controlled Substance
CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE SECTION
ADHANSIA XR contains methylphenidate, a Schedule II controlled
substance.
9.2 Abuse
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
CNS stimulants including ADHANSIA XR, other methylphenidate-containing
products, and amphetamines have a high potential for abuse. Abuse
is the intentional non-therapeutic use of a drug, even once, to achieve
a desired psychological or physiological effect. Abuse is characterized
by impaired control over drug use, compulsive use, continued use despite
harm, and craving.
Signs and symptoms of CNS stimulant abuse include increased heart
rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, and/or sweating, dilated pupils,
hyperactivity, restlessness, insomnia, decreased appetite, loss of
coordination, tremors, flushed skin, vomiting, and/or abdominal pain.
Anxiety, psychosis, hostility, aggression, suicidal or homicidal
ideation have also been observed. Abusers of CNS stimulants may chew,
snort, inject, or use other unapproved routes of administration which
can result in overdose and death [see Overdosage (10)].
To reduce the abuse of CNS stimulants including
ADHANSIA XR, assess the risk of abuse prior to prescribing. After
prescribing, keep careful prescription records, educate patients and
their families about abuse and on proper storage and disposal of CNS
stimulants, monitor for signs of abuse while on therapy, and re-evaluate
the need for ADHANSIA XR use.
9.3 Dependence
DEPENDENCE SECTION
Dependence ADHANSIA XR may produce physical
dependence from continued therapy. Physical dependence is a state
of adaptation manifested by a withdrawal syndrome produced by abrupt
cessation, rapid dose reduction, or administration of an antagonist.
Withdrawal symptoms after abrupt cessation following prolonged high-dosage
administration of CNS stimulants include dysphoric mood; depression;
fatigue; vivid, unpleasant dreams; insomnia or hypersomnia; increased
appetite; and psychomotor retardation or agitation.
Tolerance ADHANSIA XR may produce tolerance from continued therapy. Tolerance
is a state of adaptation in which exposure to a drug results in a
reduction of the drug’s desired and/or undesired effects over time.
10 OVERDOSAGE
OVERDOSAGE SECTION
Signs and symptoms of acute methylphenidate overdosage, resulting
principally from overstimulation of the CNS and from excessive sympathomimetic
effects, may include the following: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, restlessness,
anxiety, agitation, tremors, hyperreflexia, muscle twitching, convulsion
(may be followed by coma), euphoria, confusion, hallucinations, delirium,
sweating, flushing, headache, hyperpyrexia, tachycardia, palpitations,
cardiac arrhythmias, hypertension, hypotension, tachypnea, mydriasis,
dryness of mucous membranes, and rhabdomyolysis.
Consult with a Certified Poison Control Center
(1-800-222-1222) for up-to-date guidance and advice on the management
of overdosage with methylphenidate. Provide supportive care, including
close medical supervision and monitoring. Treatment should consist
of general measures employed in the management of overdosage with
any drug. Consider the possibility of multiple drug overdosage. Ensure
an adequate airway, oxygenation, and ventilation. Monitor cardiac
rhythm and vital signs. Use supportive and symptomatic measures.
11 DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION SECTION
ADHANSIA XR extended-release
capsules contain methylphenidate hydrochloride, a CNS stimulant. The
capsules contain multilayered beads, composed of an immediate-release
(IR) layer which contains approximately 20% of the methylphenidate
dose, and a controlled release layer which contains approximately
80% of the methylphenidate dose, for oral administration. ADHANSIA
XR is available in six capsule strengths.
ADHANSIA XR is intended for oral administration.
Each extended-release capsule contains 25 mg, 35 mg, 45 mg, 55 mg,
70 mg, or 85 mg of methylphenidate hydrochloride (HCl), which is equivalent
to 21.6 mg, 30.3 mg, 38.9, mg, 47.6 mg, 60.5 mg, and 73.5 mg of methylphenidate
free base, respectively. Chemically, methylphenidate HCl is d,l (racemic) methyl α-phenyl-2-piperidine acetate hydrochloride.
Its molecular formula is C14H19NO2●HCl. Its structural formula is:
ADHANSIA-XR-Structural-Formula
Methylphenidate HCl is a white to off-white,
odorless, fine crystalline powder. Its solutions are acid to litmus.
It is freely soluble in water and in methanol, soluble in alcohol,
and slightly soluble in chloroform and in acetone. Its molecular weight
is 269.8 g/mol.
Each strength
capsule also contains colorant ingredients in the capsule shell as
follows:
25 mg FD&C Blue No. 1
35 mg FD&C Yellow No. 6, Titanium Dioxide
45 mg FD&C Yellow No. 5, Titanium Dioxide
55 mg FD&C Blue No. 1, Yellow Iron Oxide, Titanium
Dioxide
70 mg Black Iron Oxide, Titanium Dioxide
85 mg Titanium Dioxide
12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY SECTION
12.1 Mechanism of Action
MECHANISM OF ACTION SECTION
Methylphenidate HCl is a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant.
The mode of therapeutic action in ADHD is not known.
12.2 Pharmacodynamics
PHARMACODYNAMICS SECTION
Methylphenidate is a racemic mixture comprised of the d- and l-isomers. The d-isomer is
more pharmacologically active than the l-isomer.
Methylphenidate blocks the reuptake of norepinephrine and dopamine
into the presynaptic neuron and increase the release of these monoamines
into the extraneuronal space.
12.3 Pharmacokinetics
PHARMACOKINETICS SECTION
Absorption ADHANSIA XR contains a racemic
mixture of d- and l-methylphenidate and produces two distinct peak
concentrations (Cmax). The 1st median (range)
time to Cmax occurred at about 1.5 (1- 2.5) hours and the 2nd about 12 (8.5- 16.0) hours after ADHANSIA XR administration.
Following administration of ADHANSIA XR (100 mg once daily) and 60
mg of immediate-release (IR) methylphenidate (administered as 20 mg
three times daily 4 hours apart) under fasted condition for 5 consecutive
days to 21 healthy adult subjects, 1std,l-methylphenidate mean Cmax was about 22% higher but the
2nd mean Cmax was similar for ADHANSIA
XR compared to IR methylphenidate at steady state. The mean extent
of exposure (AUC0-24h) and minimum concentration
(Cmin) of d,l-methylphenidate were about 50% and
288% higher, respectively for ADHANSIA XR compared to IR methylphenidate
at steady state. (Figure 1). Following administration of ADHANSIA
XR (100 mg once daily), the steady-state was reached from day 3.
Figure 1: Mean Concentration-Time
Profiles for d,l-Methylphenidate on Day 5 After Daily Dosing
Figure-1
Effect of Food High fat, high caloric meal (800 to 1000 calories) does not affect
Cmax and extent of absorption (AUC) of d,l-methylphenidate when taken
with ADHANSIA XR. The time to 1st and 2nd Cmax was increased by about 1 hour after administration
with a high fat meal compared to under fasting condition. The absorption
and exposure to d, l-methylphenidate were similar when ADHANSIA XR
(100 mg) was administered following an overnight fast as an intact
capsule or sprinkled on a tablespoonful of applesauce and yogurt in
healthy adult subjects.
Effect of Alcohol In vitro studies were conducted to explore the effect of alcohol on the release
characteristics of methylphenidate from ADHANSIA XR. No increase in
the rate of release of methylphenidate from ADHANSIA XR was observed
with the alcohol concentrations of 5%, 20%, and 40% at hour 1 and
for 5% and 20% at hour 2. A faster release, 71% and 61% for 70 mg
and 100 mg, respectively, was observed with the alcohol concentration
of 40% at hour 2.
In an in vivo alcohol interaction study, in fasted
healthy adults, ADHANSIA XR 70 mg extended-release capsules with 40%
alcohol concentration resulted in a 1.4-fold increase in the peak
plasma methylphenidate concentration and a 1.3-fold increase in the
extent of absorption.
Elimination The mean plasma elimination
half-life for d, l-methylphenidate was about 7 hours in healthy volunteers.
Metabolism In humans, methylphenidate is metabolized primarily via de-esterification
to alpha-phenyl-piperidine acetic acid (PPAA). The metabolite has
little or no pharmacologic activity.
Excretion After
oral dosing of radiolabeled methylphenidate in humans, about 90% of
the radioactivity was recovered in urine. The main urinary metabolite
was PPAA, accounting for approximately 80% of the dose.
Specific Populations Male and Female Patients There
is insufficient experience with the use of ADHANSIA XR to detect gender
variations in pharmacokinetics.
Racial or Ethnic Groups There is insufficient experience with the use of ADHANSIA
XR to detect ethnic variations in pharmacokinetics.
Pediatric Patients Results of the pharmacokinetic studies demonstrated that the pharmacokinetic
profile in pediatric patients (6 to 12 years) is comparable to the
pharmacokinetic profile in adults and pediatric patients (13 to 17
years) based on adjustment for body-weight.
Pharmacokinetic studies of racemic methylphenidate
after oral administration of ADHANSIA XR has been conducted in pediatric
patients (6 to 17 years) with ADHD. Following administration of ADHANSIA
XR, the median (range) 1st and 2nd peak plasma concentration for d, l-methylphenidate
occurred in about 2 (1-4) and 10 (8-14) hours, respectively in pediatric
patients (6 to 12 years) and 2 (1 – 4) and 11(8 – 14) hours, respectively
in pediatric patients (13 to 17 years). The mean plasma elimination
half-life for d, l-methylphenidate was about 4 to 7 hours in pediatric
patients (6 to 12 years) and 5 hours in pediatric patients (13 to
17 years).
Patients with Renal Impairment There is no experience
with the use of ADHANSIA XR in patients with renal impairment. After
oral administration of radiolabeled methylphenidate in humans, methylphenidate
was extensively metabolized and approximately 80% of the radioactivity
was excreted in the urine in the form of ritalinic acid metabolite.
Since renal clearance is not an important route of methylphenidate
clearance, renal insufficiency is expected to have little effect on
the pharmacokinetics of ADHANSIA XR.
Patients with Hepatic Impairment There is no experience with the use of ADHANSIA XR in
patients with hepatic impairment.
13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY
NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY SECTION
13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility
CARCINOGENESIS & MUTAGENESIS & IMPAIRMENT OF FERTILITY SECTION
Carcinogenesis In a lifetime carcinogenicity study carried out in B6C3F1 mice,
methylphenidate caused an increase in hepatocellular adenomas and,
in males only, an increase in hepatoblastomas, at a daily dose of
approximately 60 mg/kg/day. This dose is approximately 2 times the
maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of 85 mg/day given to children
on a mg/m2 basis. Hepatoblastoma is a
relatively rare rodent malignant tumor type. There was no increase
in total malignant hepatic tumors. The mouse strain used is sensitive
to the development of hepatic tumors, and the significance of these
results to humans is unknown.
Methylphenidate did not cause any increase
in tumors in a lifetime carcinogenicity study carried out in F344
rats; the highest dose used was approximately 45 mg/kg/day, which
is approximately 3 times the MRHD given to children on a mg/m2 basis.
In a 24-week carcinogenicity study in the transgenic mouse strain
p53+/-, which is sensitive to genotoxic carcinogens, there was no
evidence of carcinogenicity. Male and female mice were fed diets containing
the same concentration of methylphenidate as in the lifetime carcinogenicity
study; the high-dose groups were exposed to 60 to 74 mg/kg/day of
methylphenidate.
Mutagenesis Methylphenidate was not mutagenic
in the in vitro Ames reverse mutation assay or the in vitro mouse lymphoma cell forward mutation assay. Sister
chromatid exchanges and chromosome aberrations were increased, indicative
of a weak clastogenic response, in an in vitro assay
in cultured Chinese Hamster Ovary (CHO) cells. Methylphenidate was
negative in an in vivo mouse bone marrow micronucleus
assay.
Impairment of Fertility Methylphenidate did
not impair fertility in male or female mice that were fed diets containing
the drug in an 18-week Continuous Breeding study. The study was conducted
at doses of up to 160 mg/kg/day, approximately 5 times the maximum
recommended human dose of 85 mg/day given to adolescents on a mg/m2 basis.
14 CLINICAL STUDIES
CLINICAL STUDIES SECTION
Adult Patients with ADHD The efficacy of ADHANSIA XR for the treatment of ADHD
in adults was evaluated in three randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled
studies. A 4-week, randomized, double-blind, multi-center, placebo-controlled,
safety and efficacy study (Study 1 NCT02139124) involving adult patients
aged 18 to 72 years (n=375) who met the DSM-5 criteria for ADHD was
conducted. Patients were randomized to one of five treatment arms
with ADHANSIA XR 25, 45, 70, 100 mg, or placebo. Doses were titrated
to the randomized, fixed dose over a 2-week period and then maintained
at the assigned dose for an additional 2 weeks. The primary efficacy
endpoint was defined as the change from baseline (Visit 2, Week 1)
of the adult ADHD-Rating Scale (ADHD-5-RS) with prompts total score
at Visit 6, Week 5. ADHANSIA XR demonstrated a statistically significant
improvement for 45 mg and 100 mg compared to placebo on change of
ADHD-RS total score from baseline (Visit 2, Week 1) to Visit 6, Week
5 (Study 1 in Table 4).
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, crossover design,
adult workplace environment (AWE) study (Study 2 NCT02225639) of ADHANSIA
XR was conducted in adults (18 to 58 years) who met the DSM-5 criteria
for ADHD. Subjects were titrated to an optimal dose (25 mg, 35 mg,
45 mg, 55 mg, 70 mg, 85 mg or 100 mg) of ADHANSIA XR in an open-label
phase of between 2 and 7 weeks, familiarized with study procedures
in a practice AWE session and then randomized to one of the two sequences:
(i) ADHANSIA XR to PLACEBO or (ii) PLACEBO to ADHANSIA XR, and received
one treatment for one week, followed by an AWE session, then crossed
over to the other treatment for one week, followed by a second AWE
session. Efficacy assessments were conducted at pre-dose and 1, 2,
5, 8, 11, 14, and 16 hours post-dose during the AWE sessions using
the Permanent Product Measure of Performance Total (PERMP-T) score.
PERMP-T is the combined score obtained by adding PERMP-A (number of
math problems attempted) and PERMP-C (number of math problems answered
correctly).
The primary efficacy endpoint
was the comparison of the ADHANSIA XR with placebo in mean PERMP-T
scores, averaged across all timepoints on the AWE days. ADHANSIA XR
demonstrated a statistically significant improvement over placebo
based on the primary efficacy endpoint (Study 2 in Table 5). The secondary
efficacy endpoints were onset and duration of clinical effect, as
assessed by the treatment difference in PERMP-T scores at post-dose
time points. ADHANSIA XR demonstrated statistically significant improvement
over placebo at 1, 2, 5, 8, 11 and 16 hours post-dose, but not at
14 hours post-dose.
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-group, adult
laboratory classroom (ALC) study (Study 5 NCT03618030) of ADHANSIA
XR was conducted in adults (18 to 60 years) who met the DSM- 5 criteria
for ADHD. Subjects were titrated to an optimal dose (25 mg, 35 mg,
45 mg, 55 mg, 70 mg, 85 mg or 100 mg, mean dose 67.5 mg) of ADHANSIA
XR in an open-label phase for up to 7 weeks, familiarized with study
procedures in a practice ALC session, then randomized to their optimal
dose of ADHANSIA XR or placebo. At the end of 1 week of double-blind
treatment, patients were evaluated at pre-dose and at 0.5, 1, 2, 4,
6, 7.5, 9, 11, 13, 14, 15, and 16 hours post-dose during the ALC session
using the Permanent Product Measure of Performance Total (PERMP-T)
score.
The primary
efficacy endpoint was the comparison of the ADHANSIA XR with placebo
in mean PERMP-T scores, averaged across all timepoints on the ALC
day. ADHANSIA XR demonstrated a statistically significant improvement
over placebo based on the primary efficacy endpoint (Study 5 in Table
5). The secondary efficacy endpoints were onset and duration of clinical
effect, as assessed by the treatment difference in PERMP-T scores
at post-dose time points. ADHANSIA XR demonstrated statistically significant
improvement over placebo at 1, 2, 4, 6, 7.5, 9, 11, 13, 14, 15, and
16 hours post- dose.
Pediatric Patients (12 to 17 years) with ADHD The efficacy of ADHANSIA XR for the treatment of ADHD
was evaluated in a 4-week randomized, double-blind, multi-center,
placebo-controlled, safety and efficacy study (Study 3 NCT02139111)
involving pediatric patients (12 to 17 years) (n=354) who met the
DSM-5 criteria for ADHD. Patients were randomized to one of five treatment
arms with ADHANSIA XR 25, 45, 70, or 85 mg or placebo. Doses were
titrated over a 2-week period and then maintained on the fixed dose
for an additional 2- weeks. The primary efficacy endpoint was defined
as the change from baseline of the pediatric ADHD-5- RS total score
from baseline (Week 1) to Visit 6, Week 5 (Study 3 in Table 4). ADHANSIA
XR demonstrated a statistically significant treatment effect compared
with placebo at Visit 6, Week 5 for the 45 and 70 mg dose groups.
Pediatric patients
(6 to 12 years) with ADHD The efficacy of ADHANSIA
XR for the treatment of ADHD was evaluated in an analog classroom
trial (Study 4 NCT03172481) conducted in pediatric patients 6 to 12
years of age (n=147) who met the DSM-5 criteria for ADHD. Patients
received ADHANSIA XR 25, 35, 45, 55, 70 or 85 mg (mean dose 48 mg)
during a 6-week, open-label, dose-optimization period, followed by
a 1-week, randomized, placebo-con- trolled, double-blind treatment
phase. After 1 week of double-blind treatment, patients were evaluated
at pre-dose and 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, and 13 hours post-dose on the
analog classroom day using the Swanson, Kotkin, Agler, M-Flynn, and
Pelham (SKAMP) rating scale, a 13-item teacher-rated scale that assesses
manifestations of ADHD in a classroom setting. The primary efficacy
endpoint was the comparison of the ADHANSIA XR with placebo in mean
SKAMP-Combined scores, averaged across 8 timepoints on the analog
classroom day. ADHANSIA XR demonstrated a statistically significant
response over placebo (Study 4 in Table 5.). The secondary efficacy
endpoints were onset and duration of clinical effect, as assessed
by the treatment difference in SKAMP-Combined scores at post-dose
time points. The SKAMP-Combined scores were statistically significantly
lower (improved) at all time points (1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 13 hours)
post-dose with ADHANSIA XR compared to placebo (Figure 2).
Table 4: Summary of Primary Efficacy Results from Studies
in Adults (Study 1) and Pediatric Patients 12 to 17 years (Study 3)
with ADHD
n: number of subjects included in the primary efficacy
analysis set; SD: standard deviation; SE: standard error; LS Mean:
least-squares mean; CI: confidence interval, not adjusted for multiple
comparisons. a Difference (drug
minus placebo) in least-squares mean change from baseline. * Doses that are statistically significantly different from placebo
after adjusting for multiplicity.
Study Number
Treatment
Group (ADHANSIA XR dose level)
Primary
Efficacy Measure: Change from Baseline (Week 1, Visit 2) in ADHD-5-RS
Total Score to Week 5 (Visit 6)
n
Mean Baseline Score
(SD)
LS Mean Change from
Baseline (SE)
Placebo-subtracted
Differencea (95% CI)
Study 1
25 mg
75
36.1 (8.1)
-11.6 (1.31)
-1.9 (-5.6, 1.7)
45 mg*
73
36.5 (7.2)
-16.8 (1.34)
-7.1 (-10.8, -3.4)
70 mg
71
35.4 (7.4)
-12.0 (1.37)
-2.3 (-6.0, 1.4)
100 mg*
72
37.0 (7.9)
-17.6 (1.39)
-7.9 (-11.6, -4.1)
Placebo
77
35.7 (8.4)
-9.7 (1.32)
--
Study 3
25 mg
71
37.7 (8.7)
-12.8 (1.35)
-2.2 (-5.9, 1.6)
45 mg*
68
36.4 (8.5)
-16.0 (1.39)
-5.4 (-9.2, -1.6)
70 mg*
72
35.9 (8.4)
-15.8 (1.35)
-5.2 (-9.0, -1.4)
85 mg
70
37.8 (8.1)
-15.0 (1.39)
-4.4 (-8.2, -0.6)
Placebo
71
37.3 (8.4)
-10.6 (1.35)
--
Table 5: Summary of Primary Efficacy Results from Laboratory
Classroom Studies in Adults (Studies 2 and 5) and Pediatric Patients 6 to
12 years (Study 4) with ADHD
n: number of subjects in the primary efficacy analysis
set; SD: standard deviation; SE: standard error; LS Mean: least-squares
mean; CI: confidence interval, not adjusted for multiple comparisons. a Difference (drug minus placebo) in
least-squares mean of post-dose scores. b In each treatment group, three subjects did not have a pre-dose
score. Hence, the actual numbers of patients included in the primary
analysis were 113 and 110 respectively.
Study Number
Primary Efficacy Measure
Treatment Group
n
Pre-dose Mean Score
(SD)
Post-Dose LS Mean
Score (SE)
Placebo-subtracted
Differencea (95% CI)
Study 2
Average PERMP-T
ADHANSIA XR
45
225.1 (76.7)
281.3 (4.33)
26.80 (15.19, 38.41)
Placebo
45
235.7 (65.4)
254.5 (4.63)
--
Study 5
Average PERMP-T
ADHANSIA XR
116b
258.2 (89.2)
302.9 (3.50)
16.3 (7.6, 24.9)
Placebo
113b
275.2 (105.8)
286.6 (3.52)
–
Study 4
Average SKAMP-C
ADHANSIA XR
74
14.4 (10.6)
10.3 (0.74)
-8.6 (-10.6, -6.6)
Placebo
73
11.5 (7.1)
18.9 (0.73)
Figure 2: LS Mean
SKAMP-Combined Score after Treatment with ADHANSIA XR or Placebo during
Classroom Day in Pediatric Patients 6 to 12 years with ADHD (Study
4)
Figure-2
LS = Least squares. SE = Standard
Error. The raw mean and SE bars are presented at the pre-dose
timepoint, rather than the LS mean and SE bars.
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING
HOW SUPPLIED SECTION
ADHANSIA XR® (methylphenidate
hydrochloride) extended-release capsules are available as follows:
25 mg Capsules – blue, (imprinted
with “MLR-02” and “25 mg”) Bottles of 30 .........................................………………………………NDC
72912-525-30
35 mg Capsules – orange, (imprinted
with “MLR-02” and “35 mg”) Bottles of 30 .........................................………………………………NDC
72912-535-30
45 mg Capsules – yellow, (imprinted
with “MLR-02” and “45 mg”) Bottles of 30 .........................................………………………………NDC
72912-545-30
55 mg Capsules – light green,
(imprinted with “MLR-02” and “55 mg”) Bottles of 30 .........................................………………………………NDC
72912-555-30
70 mg Capsules – iron gray,
(imprinted with “MLR-02” and “70 mg”) Bottles of 30 .........................................………………………………NDC
72912-570-30
85 mg Capsules – white, (imprinted
with “MLR-02” and “85 mg”) Bottles of 30 .........................................………………………………NDC
72912-585-30
Storage and
Handling Store between 20º C to 25º C (68º
F to 77º F); excursions permitted from 15º C to 30º C (59º F to 86º
F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Protect from light and moisture.
Dispense in tight container
(USP).
Disposal Comply with local laws and regulations
on drug disposal of CNS stimulants. Dispose of remaining, unused,
or expired ADHANSIA XR by a medicine take-back program or by an authorized
collector registered with the Drug Enforcement Administration. If
no take-back program or authorized collector is available, mix ADHANSIA
XR with an undesirable, nontoxic substance to make it less appealing
to children and pets. Place the mixture in a container such as a sealed
plastic bag and discard ADHANSIA XR in the household trash.
17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION
INFORMATION FOR PATIENTS SECTION
Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling
(Medication Guide).
Controlled Substance Status/High Potential for Abuse and
Dependence Advise patients and their caregivers
that ADHANSIA XR is a federally controlled substance, and it can be
abused and lead to dependence [see Drug Abuse and Dependence
(9.1, 9.2, and 9.3)]. Instruct patients
that they should not give ADHANSIA XR to anyone else. Advise patients
to store ADHANSIA XR in a safe place, preferably locked, to prevent
abuse. Advise patients and their caregivers to comply with laws and
regulations on drug disposal. Advise patients and their caregivers
to dispose of remaining, unused, or expired ADHANSIA XR by a medicine
take-back program if available [Warnings and Precautions (5.1), Abuse and Dependence (9.2, 9.3), How Supplied/Storage and Handling (16)].
Serious Cardiovascular Risks Advise patients,
caregivers, and their family members that there is a potential serious
cardiovascular risk including sudden death, myocardial infarction,
and stroke with ADHANSIA XR use. Instruct patients to contact a healthcare
provider immediately if they develop symptoms such as exertional chest
pain, unexplained syncope, or other symptoms suggestive of cardiac
disease [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].
Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Increases Advise patients and their caregivers that ADHANSIA XR can cause
elevations of their blood pressure and pulse rate [see Warnings
and Precautions (5.3)].
Psychiatric Risks Advise patients and their caregivers that ADHANSIA XR,
at recommended doses, can cause psychotic or manic symptoms, even
in patients without prior history of psychotic symptoms or mania [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)].
Priapism Advise patients, caregivers, and
family members of the possibility of painful or prolonged penile erections
(priapism). Instruct them to seek immediate medical attention in the
event of priapism [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)].
Circulation Problems in Fingers
and Toes [Peripheral Vasculopathy, including Raynaud’s Phenomenon]
Instruct patients about the risk of peripheral vasculopathy,
including Raynaud’s phenomenon, and associated signs and symptoms:
fingers or toes may feel numb, cool, painful, and/or may change color
from pale, to blue, to red.
Instruct patients to report to their physician any new numbness,
pain, skin color change, or sensitivity to temperature in fingers
or toes.
Instruct patients to call their physician immediately with
any signs of unexplained wounds appearing on fingers or toes while
taking ADHANSIA XR.
Further clinical evaluation (e.g., rheumatology referral)
may be appropriate for certain patients [see Warnings and
Precautions (5.6)].
Suppression
of Growth Advise patients, families and caregivers
that ADHANSIA XR may cause slowing of growth and weight loss [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7)].
Administration Instructions Advise patients
and their caregivers that ADHANSIA XR can be taken with or without
food. For patients who take ADHANSIA XR sprinkled over a tablespoon
of applesauce or yogurt, the contents of the entire capsule should
be consumed immediately or within 10 minutes of mixing; it should
not be stored. Patients should take the applesauce or yogurt with
sprinkled beads in its entirety without chewing. When initiating
treatment with ADHANSIA XR, provide dosage escalation and administration
instructions [see Dosage and Administration (2.2)].
Alcohol Effect Advise patients to avoid alcohol while taking ADHANSIA XR. Consumption
of alcohol while taking ADHANSIA XR may result in a more rapid release
of the dose of methylphenidate [see Clinical Pharmacology
(12.3)].
Pregnancy Registry Advise patients that there is a pregnancy exposure registry
that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to ADHANSIA XR during
pregnancy [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1)].
Marketed by: Adlon
Therapeutics L.P. Stamford, CT 06901-3431 A
subsidiary of Purdue Pharma L.P.
ADHANSIA XR® is a registered trademark of Purdue Pharma L.P. U.S. Patent Numbers:
9,974,752; 10,111,839; 10,292,938; 10,292,939; 10,449,159; 10,500,162;
10,507,186; 10,512,612; 10,512,613; 10,568,841; 10,688,060 and 10,722,473
SPL MEDGUIDE SECTION
This Medication Guide has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration.
Revised 6/2021
MEDICATION GUIDE ADHANSIA (ad han' see ah) XR® (methylphenidate hydrochloride) extended-release capsules, CII
What is the
most important information I should know about ADHANSIA XR? ADHANSIA XR can cause serious side effects, including:
Abuse and dependence. ADHANSIA XR, other methylphenidate
containing medicines, and amphetamines have a high chance for abuse
and can cause physical and psychological dependence. Your healthcare
provider should check you or your child for signs of abuse and dependence
before and during treatment with ADHANSIA XR.
Tell your healthcare provider if you or your child have
ever abused or been dependent on alcohol, prescription medicines,
or street drugs.
Your healthcare provider can tell you more about the differences
between physical and psychological dependence and drug addiction.
Heart-related problems, including:
sudden death, stroke, and heart attack in adults
sudden death in children who have heart problems or heart
defects
increased blood pressure and heart rate
Your healthcare provider should check you or your child carefully
for heart problems before starting treatment with ADHANSIA XR. Tell
your healthcare provider if you or your child have any heart problems,
heart defects, high blood pressure, or have a family history of these
problems. Your healthcare provider should check your or
your child’s blood pressure and heart rate regularly during treatment
with ADHANSIA XR. Call your healthcare provider or
go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away if you or your
child have any signs of heart problems such as chest pain, shortness
of breath, or fainting during treatment with ADHANSIA XR.
Mental (psychiatric) problems, including:
new or worse behavior and thought problems
new or worse bipolar illness
new psychotic symptoms (such as hearing voices, or seeing
or believing things that are not real) or new manic symptoms
Tell your healthcare provider about any mental problems you
or your child have, or about a family history of suicide, bipolar
illness, or depression. Call your healthcare provider
right away if you or your child have any new or worsening mental symptoms
or problems during treatment with ADHANSIA XR, especially hearing
voices, seeing or believing things that are not real, or new manic
symptoms.
What is ADHANSIA
XR? ADHANSIA XR is a central nervous system (CNS)
stimulant prescription medicine used for the treatment of Attention
Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in people 6 years of age and
older. ADHANSIA XR may help increase attention and decrease impulsiveness
and hyperactivity in people with ADHD. It is not known
if ADHANSIA XR is safe and effective in children under 6 years of
age. ADHANSIA XR is a federally controlled substance
(CII) because it contains methylphenidate that can be a target for
people who abuse prescription medicines or street drugs. Keep
ADHANSIA XR in a safe place to protect it from theft. Never give your
ADHANSIA XR to anyone else, because it may cause death or harm them.
Selling or giving away ADHANSIA XR may harm others and is against
the law.
Do not take
ADHANSIA XR if you or your child are:
allergic to methylphenidate hydrochloride or any of the
ingredients in ADHANSIA XR. See the end of this Medication Guide for
a complete list of ingredients in ADHANSIA XR.
taking, or have stopped taking within the past 14 days,
a medicine used to treat depression called a monoamine oxidase inhibitor
(MAOI).
Before taking
ADHANSIA XR tell your healthcare provider about all medical conditions,
including if you or your child:
have heart problems, heart defects, or high blood pressure
have mental problems including psychosis, mania, bipolar
illness, or depression, or have a family history of suicide, bipolar
illness, or depression
have circulation problems in fingers and toes
are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known
if ADHANSIA XR will harm the unborn baby.
There is a pregnancy registry for females who are exposed
to ADHANSIA XR during pregnancy. The purpose of the registry is to
collect information about the health of females exposed to ADHANSIA
XR and their baby. If you or your child becomes pregnant during treatment
with ADHANSIA XR, talk to your healthcare provider about registering
with the National Pregnancy Registry for Psychostimulants at 1-866-961-2388.
are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. ADHANSIA XR passes
into breast milk. Talk to your healthcare provider about the best
way to feed the baby during treatment with ADHANSIA XR.
Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines
that you or your child take, including prescription and over-the-counter
medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. ADHANSIA XR
and some medicines may interact with each other and cause serious
side effects. Sometimes the doses of other medicines will need to
be changed during treatment with ADHANSIA XR. Your healthcare provider
will decide whether ADHANSIA XR can be taken with other medicines. Especially tell your healthcare provider if you or your child
take a medicine used to treat depression called a monoamine
oxidase inhibitor (MAOI). Know the medicines that you or
your child take. Keep a list of the medicines with you to show your
healthcare provider and pharmacist. Do not start any new medicine
during treatment with ADHANSIA XR without talking to your healthcare
provider first.
How should
ADHANSIA XR be taken?
Take ADHANSIA XR exactly as prescribed by your healthcare
provider.
Your healthcare provider may change the dose if needed.
Take ADHANSIA XR by mouth 1 time each day in the morning.
ADHANSIA XR can be taken with or without food, but take
it the same way each time.
Swallow ADHANSIA XR capsules whole. If ADHANSIA XR capsules
cannot be swallowed whole, the capsules may be opened and sprinkled
onto a tablespoonful of applesauce or yogurt. Make sure to sprinkle
all the medicine onto the applesauce or yogurt. The ADHANSIA XR dose
should not be divided.
swallow all the applesauce or yogurt and medicine mixture
without chewing right away or within 10 minutes
do not chew the applesauce or yogurt
do not store applesauce or yogurt and medicine
mixture
Your healthcare provider may sometimes stop ADHANSIA XR
treatment for a while to check ADHD symptoms.
If a dose of ADHANSIA XR is missed do not take the dose
later in the day or take an extra dose to make up for the missed dose,
wait until the next morning to take the next scheduled dose.
In case of poisoning call your poison control center
at 1-800-222-1222 or go to the nearest hospital emergency room right
away.
What should
be avoided during treatment with ADHANSIA XR? Avoid
drinking alcohol during treatment with ADHANSIA XR. This may cause
a faster release of the ADHANSIA XR medicine.
What are possible
side effects of ADHANSIA XR? ADHANSIA XR can
cause serious side effects, including:
See “What is the most important information I should
know about ADHANSIA XR?”
Painful and prolonged erections (priapism). Priapism has happened in males who take products that contain methylphenidate. If you or your child develop priapism, get medical help right away.
Circulation problems in fingers and toes (peripheral
vasculopathy, including Raynaud’s phenomenon). Signs and symptoms
may include:
fingers or toes may feel numb, cool, painful
fingers or toes may change color from pale, to blue, to
red
Tell your healthcare provider if you or your child have numbness,
pain, skin color change, or sensitivity to temperature in the fingers
or toes. Call your healthcare provider right away if your
child have any signs of unexplained wounds appearing on fingers or
toes during treatment with ADHANSIA XR.
Slowing of growth (height and weight) in children. Children should have their height and weight checked often while
taking ADHANSIA XR. ADHANSIA XR treatment may be stopped if your
child is not growing or gaining weight.
FD&C Yellow No. 5. ADHANSIA XR 45 mg capsules
contain FD&C Yellow No. 5 (tartrazine) which may cause allergic-type
reactions (including bronchial asthma) in certain people, especially
people who also have an allergy to aspirin.
The most common side effects in adults include trouble sleeping, dry mouth, nausea, and decreased appetite. The most common side effects of ADHANSIA XR in children include decreased appetite, trouble sleeping, and decreased weight. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may
report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
How should
I store ADHANSIA XR?
Store ADHANSIA XR at room temperature between 68°F to 77°F
(20°C to 25°C).
Store ADHANSIA XR in a safe place, like a locked cabinet.
Protect from light and moisture.
Dispose of remaining, unused, or expired ADHANSIA XR by
a medication take-back program at authorized collection sites such
as retail pharmacies, hospital or clinic pharmacies, and law enforcement
locations. If no take-back program or authorized collector is available,
mix ADHANSIA XR with an undesirable, nontoxic substance such as dirt,
cat litter, or used coffee grounds to make it less appealing to children
and pets. Place the mixture in a container such as a sealed plastic
bag and throw away ADHANSIA XR in the household trash.
Keep ADHANSIA XR and all medicines out of the reach of
children.
General information
about the safe and effective use of ADHANSIA XR. Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those
listed in a Medication Guide. Do not use ADHANSIA XR for a condition
for which it was not prescribed. Do not give ADHANSIA XR to other
people, even if they have the same symptoms. It may harm them and
it is against the law. You can ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist
for information about ADHANSIA XR that was written for healthcare
professionals.
What are the
ingredients in ADHANSIA XR? Active Ingredient: methylphenidate hydrochloride Inactive Ingredients: ammonio methacrylate copolymer dispersion (type B), anionic copolymer
(consisting of methyl acrylate, methyl methacrylate and methacrylic
acid), glyceryl monostearate, hypromellose, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate,
silicon dioxide, sodium hydroxide, sodium lauryl sulfate, sorbic acid,
sugar spheres, triethyl citrate Manufactured by: Purdue Pharmaceuticals L.P., Wilson, NC 27893 To report
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