Vivlodex

Manufacturer
Iroko Pharmaceuticals, LLC | Catalent CTS, LLC | Neolpharma, Inc.
Effective date
2019-04-08
Label type
HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG LABEL
Version
4
Source
full-release
Hydrated at
2026-05-31 20:28:11

Label at a glance#

ProductVivlodex
Active ingredientmeloxicam
Label structure20 sections

Boxed warning

Cardiovascular Thrombotic Events Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal. This risk may occur early in treatment and may increase with duration of use [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. VIVLODEX is contraindicated in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surger...

Indications and uses

VIVLODEX is indicated for management of osteoarthritis pain.

Dosage and administration

Use the lowest effective dosage for the shortest duration consistent with individual patient treatment goals [see Warnings and Precautions (5) ] . For management of osteoarthritis pain, the recommended starting dosage is 5 mg orally once daily. Dose may be increased to 10 mg in patients who require additional analgesia. The maximum recommended daily oral dose of VIVLODEX is 10 mg. In patients on hemodialysis, the ...

Storage and handling

VIVLODEX (meloxicam) capsules are supplied as: 5 mg - light pink body and dark blue cap (imprinted IP-205 on the body and 5 mg on the cap in white ink)   NDC (42211-205-23), Bottles of 30 capsules   NDC (42211-205-29), Bottles of 90 capsules 10 mg - pink body and dark blue cap (imprinted IP-206 on the body and 10 mg on the cap in white ink)   NDC (42211-206-23), Bottles of 30 capsules   NDC (42211-206-29), Bottles...

Label contents#

Full prescribing information#

WARNING: RISK OF SERIOUS CARDIOVASCULAR AND GASTROINTESTINAL EVENTS

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Cardiovascular Thrombotic Events

  • Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal. This risk may occur early in treatment and may increase with duration of use [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ].
  • VIVLODEX is contraindicated in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery [see Contraindications (4), Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].

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Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Ulceration, and Perforation

  • NSAIDs cause an increased risk of serious gastrointestinal (GI) adverse events including bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the stomach or intestines, which can be fatal. These events can occur at any time during use and without warning symptoms. Elderly patients and patients with a prior history of peptic ulcer disease and/or GI bleeding are at greater risk for serious GI events [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ].

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE

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VIVLODEX is indicated for management of osteoarthritis pain.

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

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2.1 Dosage

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Use the lowest effective dosage for the shortest duration consistent with individual patient treatment goals [see Warnings and Precautions (5)].

For management of osteoarthritis pain, the recommended starting dosage is 5 mg orally once daily. Dose may be increased to 10 mg in patients who require additional analgesia. The maximum recommended daily oral dose of VIVLODEX is 10 mg.

In patients on hemodialysis, the maximum daily dosage is 5 mg [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6), Use in Specific Populations (8.7), Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]

2.2 Non-Interchangeability with Other Formulations of Meloxicam

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VIVLODEX capsules have not shown equivalent systemic exposure to other formulations of oral meloxicam. Therefore, VIVLODEX capsules are not interchangeable with other formulations of oral meloxicam even if the total milligram strength is the same. Do not substitute similar dose strengths of other meloxicam products [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ].

3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS

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VIVLODEX (meloxicam) capsules: 5 mg – light pink body with a dark blue cap (imprinted IP-205 on the body and 5 mg on the cap in white ink).

VIVLODEX (meloxicam) capsules: 10 mg – pink body and a dark blue cap (imprinted IP-206 on the body and 10 mg on the cap in white ink).

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS

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VIVLODEX is contraindicated in the following patients:

  • Known hypersensitivity (e.g., anaphylactic reactions and serious skin reactions) to meloxicam or any components of the drug product [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7, 5.9) ]
  • History of asthma, urticaria, or other allergic-type reactions after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs. Severe, sometimes fatal, anaphylactic reactions to NSAIDs have been reported in such patients [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7, 5.8) ]
  • In the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

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5.1 Cardiovascular Thrombotic Events

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Clinical trials of several COX-2 selective and nonselective NSAIDs of up to three years duration have shown an increased risk of serious cardiovascular (CV) thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction (MI) and stroke, which can be fatal. Based on available data, it is unclear that the risk for CV thrombotic events is similar for all NSAIDs. The relative increase in serious CV thrombotic events over baseline conferred by NSAID use appears to be similar in those with and without known CV disease or risk factors for CV disease. However, patients with known CV disease or risk factors had a higher absolute incidence of excess serious CV thrombotic events, due to their increased baseline rate. Some observational studies found that this increased risk of serious CV thrombotic events began as early as the first weeks of treatment. The increase in CV thrombotic risk has been observed most consistently at higher doses.

To minimize the potential risk for an adverse CV event in NSAID-treated patients, use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration possible. Physicians and patients should remain alert for the development of such events, throughout the entire treatment course, even in the absence of previous CV symptoms. Patients should be informed about the symptoms of serious CV events and the steps to take if they occur.

There is no consistent evidence that concurrent use of aspirin mitigates the increased risk of serious CV thrombotic events associated with NSAID use. The concurrent use of aspirin and an NSAID, such as meloxicam, increases the risk of serious gastrointestinal (GI) events [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ].

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Status Post Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery

Two large, controlled clinical trials of a COX-2 selective NSAID for the treatment of pain in the first 10–14 days following CABG surgery found an increased incidence of myocardial infarction and stroke. NSAIDs are contraindicated in the setting of CABG [see Contraindications (4) ].

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Post-MI Patients

Observational studies conducted in the Danish National Registry have demonstrated that patients treated with NSAIDs in the post-MI period were at increased risk of reinfarction, CV-related death, and all-cause mortality beginning in the first week of treatment. In this same cohort, the incidence of death in the first year post-MI was 20 per 100 person years in NSAID-treated patients compared to 12 per 100 person years in non-NSAID exposed patients. Although the absolute rate of death declined somewhat after the first year post-MI, the increased relative risk of death in NSAID users persisted over at least the next four years of follow-up.

Avoid the use of VIVLODEX in patients with a recent MI unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of recurrent CV thrombotic events. If VIVLODEX is used in patients with a recent MI, monitor patients for signs of cardiac ischemia.

5.2 Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Ulceration, and Perforation

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NSAIDs, including meloxicam, cause serious gastrointestinal (GI) adverse events including inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, or large intestine, which can be fatal. These serious adverse events can occur at any time, with or without warning symptoms, in patients treated with VIVLODEX. Only one in five patients who develop a serious upper GI adverse event on NSAID therapy is symptomatic. Upper GI ulcers, gross bleeding, or perforation caused by NSAIDs occurred in approximately 1% of patients treated for 3-6 months, and in about 2%-4% of patients treated for one year. However, even short-term NSAID therapy is not without risk.

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Risk Factors for GI Bleeding, Ulceration, and Perforation

Patients with a prior history of peptic ulcer disease and/or GI bleeding who used NSAIDs had a greater than 10-fold increased risk for developing a GI bleed compared to patients without these risk factors. Other factors that increase the risk for GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include longer duration of NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, aspirin, anticoagulants, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs); smoking; use of alcohol; older age; and poor general health status. Most postmarketing reports of fatal GI events occurred in elderly or debilitated patients. Additionally, patients with advanced liver disease and/or coagulopathy are at increased risk for GI bleeding.

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Strategies to Minimize the GI Risks in NSAID-treated patients:

  • Use the lowest effective dosage for the shortest possible duration.
  • Avoid administration of more than one NSAID at a time.
  • Avoid use in patients at higher risk unless benefits are expected to outweigh the increased risk of bleeding. For high risk patients, as well as those with active GI bleeding, consider alternate therapies other than NSAIDs.
  • Remain alert for signs and symptoms of GI ulceration and bleeding during NSAID therapy.
  • If a serious GI adverse event is suspected, promptly initiate evaluation and treatment, and discontinue VIVLODEX until a serious GI adverse event is ruled out.
  • In the setting of concomitant use of low-dose aspirin for cardiac prophylaxis, monitor patients more closely for evidence of GI bleeding [see Drug Interactions (7) ].

5.3 Hepatotoxicity

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Elevations of ALT or AST (three or more times the upper limit of normal [ULN]) have been reported in approximately 1% of NSAID-treated patients in clinical trials. In addition, rare, sometimes fatal, cases of severe hepatic injury, including fulminant hepatitis, liver necrosis, and hepatic failure have been reported.

Elevations of ALT or AST (less than three times ULN) may occur in up to 15% of patients treated with NSAIDs including meloxicam.

Inform patients of the warning signs and symptoms of hepatotoxicity (e.g., nausea, fatigue, lethargy, diarrhea, pruritus, jaundice, right upper quadrant tenderness, and "flulike" symptoms). If clinical signs and symptoms consistent with liver disease develop, or if systemic manifestations occur (e.g., eosinophilia, rash, etc.), discontinue VIVLODEX immediately, and perform a clinical evaluation of the patient.

5.4 Hypertension

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NSAIDs, including VIVLODEX, can lead to new onset or worsening of pre-existing hypertension, either of which may contribute to the increased incidence of CV events. Patients taking angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, thiazide diuretics, or loop diuretics may have impaired response to these therapies when taking NSAIDs [see Drug Interactions (7) ].

Monitor blood pressure (BP) during the initiation of NSAID treatment and throughout the course of therapy.

5.5 Heart Failure and Edema

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The Coxib and traditional NSAID Trialists' Collaboration meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials demonstrated an approximately two-fold increase in hospitalizations for heart failure in COX-2 selective-treated patients and nonselective NSAID-treated patients compared to placebo-treated patients. In a Danish National Registry study of patients with heart failure, NSAID use increased the risk of MI, hospitalization for heart failure, and death.

Additionally, fluid retention and edema have been observed in some patients treated with NSAIDs. Use of meloxicam may blunt the CV effects of several therapeutic agents used to treat these medical conditions (e.g., diuretics, ACE inhibitors, or angiotensin receptor blockers [ARBs]) [see Drug Interactions (7) ].

Avoid the use of VIVLODEX in patients with severe heart failure unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of worsening heart failure. If VIVLODEX is used in patients with severe heart failure, monitor patients for signs of worsening heart failure.

5.6 Renal Toxicity and Hyperkalemia

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Renal Toxicity

Long-term administration of NSAIDs has resulted in renal papillary necrosis and other renal injury. Renal toxicity has also been seen in patients in whom renal prostaglandins have a compensatory role in the maintenance of renal perfusion. In these patients, administration of an NSAID may cause a dose-dependent reduction in prostaglandin formation and, secondarily, in renal blood flow, which may precipitate overt renal decompensation. Patients at greatest risk of this reaction are those with impaired renal function, dehydration, hypovolemia, heart failure, liver dysfunction, those taking diuretics and ACE inhibitors or ARBs, and the elderly. Discontinuation of NSAID therapy was usually followed by recovery to the pretreatment state.

No information is available from controlled clinical studies regarding the use of VIVLODEX in patients with advanced renal disease. The renal effects of VIVLODEX may hasten the progression of renal dysfunction in patients with pre-existing renal disease.

Correct volume status in dehydrated or hypovolemic patients prior to initiating VIVLODEX. Monitor renal function in patients with renal or hepatic impairment, heart failure, dehydration, or hypovolemia during use of VIVLODEX [see Drug Interactions (7) ]. Avoid the use of VIVLODEX in patients with advanced renal disease unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of worsening renal function. If VIVLODEX is used in patients with advanced renal disease, monitor patients for signs of worsening renal function.

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Hyperkalemia

Increases in serum potassium concentration, including hyperkalemia, have been reported with use of NSAIDs, even in some patients without renal impairment. In patients with normal renal function, these effects have been attributed to a hyporeninemic-hypoaldosteronism state.

5.7 Anaphylactic Reactions

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Meloxicam has been associated with anaphylactic reactions in patients with and without known hypersensitivity to meloxicam and in patients with aspirin-sensitive asthma [see Contraindications (4), Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ].

Seek emergency help if an anaphylactic reaction occurs.

5.9 Serious Skin Reactions

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NSAIDs, including meloxicam, can cause serious skin adverse reactions such as exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS), and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), which can be fatal. These serious events may occur without warning. Inform patients about the signs and symptoms of serious skin reactions, and to discontinue the use of VIVLODEX at the first appearance of skin rash or any other sign of hypersensitivity. VIVLODEX is contraindicated in patients with previous serious skin reactions to NSAIDs [see Contraindications (4) ].

5.10 Premature Closure of Fetal Ductus Arteriosus

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Meloxicam may cause premature closure of the fetal ductus arteriosus. Avoid use of NSAIDs, including VIVLODEX, in pregnant women starting at 30 weeks of gestation (third trimester) [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1) ].

5.11 Hematologic Toxicity

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Anemia has occurred in NSAID-treated patients. This may be due to occult or gross blood loss, fluid retention, or an incompletely described effect upon erythropoiesis. If a patient treated with VIVLODEX has any signs or symptoms of anemia, monitor hemoglobin or hematocrit.

NSAIDs, including VIVLODEX, may increase the risk of bleeding events. Concomitant use of warfarin and other anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), and serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) may increase this risk. Monitor these patients for signs of bleeding [see Drug Interactions (7) ].

5.12 Masking of Inflammation and Fever

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The pharmacological activity of VIVLODEX in reducing inflammation, and possibly fever, may diminish the utility of diagnostic signs in detecting infections.

5.13 Laboratory Monitoring

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Because serious GI bleeding, hepatotoxicity, and renal injury can occur without warning symptoms or signs, consider monitoring patients on long-term NSAID treatment with a CBC and a chemistry profile periodically [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2, 5.3, 5.6) ].

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS

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The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling:

6.1 Clinical Trials 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 practice.

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Adverse Reactions in Patients with Osteoarthritis Pain

Eight hundred sixty-eight (868) patients with osteoarthritis pain, ranging in age from 40 – 87 years, were enrolled in two Phase 3 clinical trials and received VIVLODEX 5 mg or 10 mg once daily. Fifty percent (50%) of patients were aged 61 years or older.

Two hundred sixty-nine (269) patients received VIVLODEX 5 mg or 10 mg once daily in the 12-week, double-blind, placebo-controlled, clinical trial of osteoarthritis pain of the knee or hip. The most frequent adverse reactions in this study are summarized in Table 1.

Table 1 Summary of Adverse Reactions (≥2%) – 12-Week Phase 3 Study in Patients With Osteoarthritis Pain
Adverse Reactions VIVLODEX
5 mg or 10 mg
N=269
Placebo
N=133
Diarrhea3%1%
Nausea2%0
Abdominal Discomfort2%0

Six hundred (600) patients received VIVLODEX 10 mg once daily in a 52-week, open-label, clinical trial in osteoarthritis pain of the knee or hip. Of these, 390 (65%) patients completed the trial. The most frequent adverse reactions in this study are summarized in Table 2.

Table 2 Summary of Adverse Reactions (≥2%) – 52-Week Open-Label Study in Patients With Osteoarthritis Pain
Adverse ReactionsVIVLODEX 10 mg
N=600
Arthralgia6%
Urinary Tract Infection6%
Osteoarthritis5%
Hypertension4%
Diarrhea4%
Headache4%
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection4%
Back Pain4%
Nasopharyngitis4%
Bronchitis3%
Sinusitis3%
Constipation3%
Dyspepsia3%
Nausea2%
Edema Peripheral2%
Pain in Extremity2%

Additional adverse reactions reported for meloxicam:

Body as a Wholeallergic reaction, face edema, fatigue, fever, hot flushes, malaise, syncope, weight decrease, weight increase
Cardiovascular angina pectoris, cardiac failure, hypertension, hypotension, myocardial infarction, vasculitis
Central and Peripheral Nervous Systemconvulsions, paresthesia, tremor, vertigo
Gastrointestinalcolitis, dry mouth, duodenal ulcer, eructation, esophagitis, gastric ulcer, gastritis, gastroesophageal reflux, gastrointestinal hemorrhage, hematemesis, hemorrhagic duodenal ulcer, hemorrhagic gastric ulcer, intestinal perforation, melena, pancreatitis, perforated duodenal ulcer, perforated gastric ulcer, stomatitis ulcerative
Heart Rate and Rhythmarrhythmia, palpitation, tachycardia
Hematologicagranulocytosis, leukopenia, purpura, thrombocytopenia
Immune Systemanaphylactoid reactions (including shock)
Liver and Biliary SystemALT increased, AST increased, bilirubinemia, GGT increased, hepatitis, jaundice, liver failure
Metabolic and Nutritionaldehydration
Psychiatricabnormal dreaming, alterations in mood (such as mood elevation), anxiety, appetite increased, confusion, depression, nervousness, somnolence,
Respiratoryasthma, bronchospasm, dyspnea
Skin and Appendagesalopecia, angioedema, bullous eruption, erythema multiforme, exfoliative dermatitis, photosensitivity reaction, pruritus, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, sweating increased, urticaria
Special Sensesabnormal vision, conjunctivitis, taste perversion, tinnitus
Urinary Systemalbuminuria, acute urinary retention, BUN increased, creatinine increased, hematuria, interstitial nephritis, renal failure,

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS

DRUG INTERACTIONS SECTION

See Table 3 for clinically significant drug interactions with meloxicam.

Table 3 Clinically Significant Drug Interactions with meloxicam
Drugs That Interfere with Hemostasis
Clinical Impact:
  • Meloxicam and anticoagulants such as warfarin have a synergistic effect on bleeding. The concomitant use of meloxicam and anticoagulants have an increased risk of serious bleeding compared to the use of either drug alone.
  • Serotonin release by platelets plays an important role in hemostasis. Case-control and cohort epidemiological studies showed that concomitant use of drugs that interfere with serotonin reuptake and an NSAID may potentiate the risk of bleeding more than an NSAID alone.
Intervention:Monitor patients with concomitant use of VIVLODEX with anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin), antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) for signs of bleeding [see Warnings and Precautions (5.11) ].
Aspirin
Clinical Impact:Controlled clinical studies showed that the concomitant use of NSAIDs and analgesic doses of aspirin does not produce any greater therapeutic effect than the use of NSAIDs alone. In a clinical study, the concomitant use of an NSAID and aspirin was associated with a significantly increased incidence of GI adverse reactions as compared to use of the NSAID alone [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ].
VIVLODEX is not a substitute for aspirin for cardiovascular prophylaxis.
Intervention:Concomitant use of VIVLODEX and analgesic doses of aspirin is not generally recommended because of the increased risk of bleeding [see Warnings and Precautions (5.11) ].
ACE Inhibitors, Angiotensin Receptor Blockers, and Beta-blockers
Clinical Impact:
  • NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), or beta-blockers (including propranolol).
  • In patients who are elderly, volume-depleted (including those on diuretic therapy), or have renal impairment, co-administration of an NSAID with ACE inhibitors or ARBs may result in deterioration of renal function, including possible acute renal failure. These effects are usually reversible.
Intervention:
  • During concomitant use of VIVLODEX and ACE-inhibitors, ARBs, or beta-blockers, monitor blood pressure to ensure that the desired blood pressure is obtained.
  • During concomitant use of VIVLODEX and ACE-inhibitors or ARBs in patients who are elderly, volume-depleted, or have impaired renal function, monitor for signs of worsening renal function [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ].
Diuretics
Clinical Impact:Clinical studies, as well as post-marketing observations, showed that NSAIDs reduced the natriuretic effect of loop diuretics (e.g., furosemide) and thiazide diuretics in some patients. This effect has been attributed to the NSAID inhibition of renal prostaglandin synthesis.
Intervention:During concomitant use of VIVLODEX with diuretics, observe patients for signs of worsening renal function, in addition to assuring diuretic efficacy including antihypertensive effects [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ].
Digoxin
Clinical Impact:The concomitant use of meloxicam with digoxin has been reported to increase the serum concentration and prolong the half-life of digoxin.
Intervention:During concomitant use of VIVLODEX and digoxin, monitor serum digoxin levels.
Lithium
Clinical Impact:NSAIDs have produced elevations in plasma lithium levels and reductions in renal lithium clearance. The mean minimum lithium concentration increased 15%, and the renal clearance decreased by approximately 20%. This effect has been attributed to NSAID inhibition of renal prostaglandin synthesis.
Intervention:During concomitant use of VIVLODEX and lithium, monitor patients for signs of lithium toxicity.
Methotrexate
Clinical Impact:Concomitant use of NSAIDs and methotrexate may increase the risk for methotrexate toxicity (e.g., neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, renal dysfunction).
Intervention:During concomitant use of VIVLODEX and methotrexate, monitor patients for methotrexate toxicity.
Cyclosporine
Clinical Impact:Concomitant use of VIVLODEX and cyclosporine may increase cyclosporine's nephrotoxicity.
Intervention:During concomitant use of VIVLODEX and cyclosporine, monitor patients for signs of worsening renal function.
NSAIDs and Salicylates
Clinical Impact:Concomitant use of meloxicam with other NSAIDs or salicylates (e.g., diflunisal, salsalate) increases the risk of GI toxicity, with little or no increase in efficacy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ].
Intervention:The concomitant use of meloxicam with other NSAIDs or salicylates is not recommended.
Pemetrexed
Clinical Impact:Concomitant use of VIVLODEX and pemetrexed may increase the risk of pemetrexed-associated myelosuppression, renal, and GI toxicity (see the pemetrexed prescribing information).
Intervention:During concomitant use of VIVLODEX and pemetrexed, in patients with renal impairment whose creatinine clearance ranges from 45 to 79 mL/min, monitor for myelosuppression, renal and GI toxicity.
NSAIDs with short elimination half-lives (e.g., diclofenac, indomethacin) should be avoided for a period of two days before, the day of, and two days following administration of pemetrexed.
In the absence of data regarding potential interaction between pemetrexed and NSAIDs with longer half-lives (e.g., meloxicam, nabumetone), patients taking these NSAIDs should interrupt dosing for at least five days before, the day of, and two days following pemetrexed administration.

8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS

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8.1 Pregnancy

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Risk Summary

Use of NSAIDs, including VIVLODEX, during the third trimester of pregnancy increases the risk of premature closure of the fetal ductus arteriosus. Avoid use of NSAIDs, including VIVLODEX, in pregnant women starting at 30 weeks of gestation (third trimester).

There are no adequate and well-controlled studies of VIVLODEX in pregnant women.

Data from observational studies regarding potential embryofetal risks of NSAID use in women in the first or second trimesters of pregnancy are inconclusive. In the general U.S. population, all clinically recognized pregnancies, regardless of drug exposure, have a background rate of 2-4% for major malformations, and 15-20% for pregnancy loss.

In animal reproduction studies, embryofetal death was observed in rats and rabbits treated during the period of organogenesis with meloxicam at oral doses equivalent 1- and 10-times, respectively, the maximum recommended daily dose (MRDD) of VIVLODEX. Increased incidence of septal heart defects were observed in rabbits treated throughout embryogenesis with meloxicam at an oral dose equivalent to 116-times the MRDD. In pre- and post-natal reproduction studies, increased incidence of dystocia, delayed parturition, and decreased offspring survival were observed in rats treated with meloxicam at an oral dose equivalent to 0.12-times the MRDD of VIVLODEX. No teratogenic effects were observed in rats treated with meloxicam during organogenesis at an oral dose equivalent to 3.9- times the MRDD [See Data].

Based on animal data, prostaglandins have been shown to have an important role in endometrial vascular permeability, blastocyst implantation, and decidualization. In animal studies, administration of prostaglandin synthesis inhibitors such as meloxicam, resulted in increased pre- and post-implantation loss.

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Clinical Considerations

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Labor or Delivery

There are no studies on the effects of VIVLODEX during labor or delivery. In animal studies, NSAIDs, including meloxicam, inhibit prostaglandin synthesis, cause delayed parturition, and increase the incidence of stillbirth.

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Data

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Animal data

Meloxicam was not teratogenic when administered to pregnant rats during fetal organogenesis at oral doses up to 4 mg/kg/day (3.9-times the maximum recommended daily dose (MRDD) of 10 mg of VIVLODEX based on body surface area [BSA] comparison). Administration of meloxicam to pregnant rabbits throughout embryogenesis produced an increased incidence of septal defects of the heart at an oral dose of 60 mg/kg/day (116-times the MRDD based on BSA comparison). The no effect level was 20 mg/kg/day (39-times the MRDD based on BSA comparison). In rats and rabbits, embryolethality occurred at oral meloxicam doses of 1 mg/kg/day and 5 mg/kg/day, respectively (1- and 10-times the MRDD based on BSA comparison) when administered throughout organogenesis.

Oral administration of meloxicam to pregnant rats during late gestation through lactation increased the incidence of dystocia, delayed parturition, and decreased offspring survival at meloxicam doses of 0.125 mg/kg/day or greater (0.12-times the MRDD based on BSA comparison).

8.2 Lactation

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Risk Summary

There are no human data available on whether meloxicam is present in human milk, or on the effects on breastfed infants, or on milk production. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother's clinical need for VIVLODEX and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed infant from the VIVLODEX or from the underlying maternal condition.

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Data

Animal data

Meloxicam was excreted in the milk of lactating rats at concentrations higher than those in plasma.

8.3 Females and Males of Reproductive Potential

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Infertility

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Females

Based on the mechanism of action, the use of prostaglandin-mediated NSAIDs, including VIVLODEX, may delay or prevent rupture of ovarian follicles, which has been associated with reversible infertility in some women. Published animal studies have shown that administration of prostaglandin synthesis inhibitors has the potential to disrupt prostaglandin-mediated follicular rupture required for ovulation. Small studies in women treated with NSAIDs have also shown a reversible delay in ovulation. Consider withdrawal of NSAIDs, including VIVLODEX, in women who have difficulties conceiving or who are undergoing investigation of infertility.

8.4 Pediatric Use

PEDIATRIC USE SECTION

The safety and effectiveness of VIVLODEX in pediatric patients has not been established.

8.5 Geriatric Use

GERIATRIC USE SECTION

Elderly patients, compared to younger patients, are at greater risk for NSAID-associated serious cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and/or renal adverse reactions. If the anticipated benefit for the elderly patient outweighs these potential risks, start dosing at the low end of the dosing range, and monitor patients for adverse effects [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.6, 5.13) ]. Of the total number of patients in clinical studies of VIVLODEX, 291 were age 65 and over. No overall differences in safety or effectiveness were observed between these subjects and younger subjects, and other reported clinical experience has not identified differences in responses between the elderly and younger patients, but greater sensitivity of some older individuals cannot be ruled out.

8.6 Hepatic Impairment

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No dose adjustment is necessary in patients with mild to moderate hepatic impairment. Patients with severe hepatic impairment have not been adequately studied. Because meloxicam is significantly metabolized in the liver; use VIVLODEX in patients with severe hepatic impairment only if the benefits are expected to outweigh the risks. If VIVLODEX is used in patients with severe hepatic impairment, monitor patients for signs of worsening liver function [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3), Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ].

8.7 Renal Impairment

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No dose adjustment is necessary in patients with mild to moderate renal impairment. Patients with severe renal impairment have not been studied. The use of VIVLODEX in subjects with severe renal impairment is not recommended. In a previous study, the free Cmax plasma concentrations following a single dose of meloxicam were higher in patients with renal failure on chronic hemodialysis (1% free fraction) in comparison to healthy volunteers (0.3% free fraction). Therefore, the maximum VIVLODEX dosage in this population is 5 mg per day. Hemodialysis did not lower the total drug concentration in plasma; therefore, additional doses are not necessary after hemodialysis. Meloxicam is not dialyzable [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6), Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ].

10 OVERDOSAGE

OVERDOSAGE SECTION

Symptoms following acute NSAID overdosages have been typically limited to lethargy, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, and epigastric pain, which have been generally reversible with supportive care. Gastrointestinal bleeding has occurred. Hypertension, acute renal failure, respiratory depression, and coma have occurred, but were rare [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1, 5.2) ].

There is limited experience with meloxicam overdose. In four reported cases of meloxicam overdose, patients took 6 to 11 times the highest available dose of meloxicam tablets (15 mg); all recovered. Cholestyramine is known to accelerate the clearance of meloxicam.

Manage patients with symptomatic and supportive care following an NSAID overdosage. There are no specific antidotes. Consider emesis and/or activated charcoal (60 to 100 grams in adults, 1 to 2 grams per kg of body weight in pediatric patients) and/or osmotic cathartic in symptomatic patients seen within four hours of ingestion or in patients with a large overdosage (5 to 10 times the recommended dosage). Accelerated removal of meloxicam by 4 g oral doses of cholestyramine given three times a day was demonstrated in a previous clinical trial. Forced diuresis, alkalinization of urine, hemodialysis, or hemoperfusion may not be useful due to high protein binding.

For additional information about overdosage treatment contact a poison control center (1-800-222-1222).

11 DESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTION SECTION

VIVLODEX (meloxicam) capsules are a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, available as pink and blue capsules containing 5 mg or 10 mg for oral administration. The chemical name is 4-hydroxy-2-methyl-N-(5-methyl-2-thiazolyl)-2H-1,2-benzothiazine-3-carboxamide-1,1-dioxide. The molecular weight is 351.4. Its molecular formula is C14H13N3O4S2, and it has the following chemical structure.

Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure

Meloxicam is a pale yellow solid, practically insoluble in water, with higher solubility observed in strong acids and bases. It is very slightly soluble in methanol. Meloxicam has an apparent partition coefficient (log P)app=0.1 in n-octanol/buffer pH 7.4. Meloxicam has pKa values of 1.1 and 4.2.

The inactive ingredients in VIVLODEX include: lactose monohydrate, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium stearyl fumarate, microcrystalline cellulose, and croscarmellose sodium. The capsule shells contain gelatin, titanium dioxide, and dyes FD&C blue #2, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, and carmine. The imprinting on the gelatin capsules is white edible ink. The 5 mg capsules have a light pink body with "IP-205" imprinted in white ink and a dark blue cap with "5 mg" imprinted in white ink. The 10 mg capsules have a pink body with "IP-206" imprinted in white ink and a dark blue cap with "10 mg" imprinted in white ink.

12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY SECTION

12.1 Mechanism of Action

MECHANISM OF ACTION SECTION

VIVLODEX has analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic properties.

The mechanism of action of VIVLODEX, like that of other NSAIDs, is not completely understood but involves inhibition of cyclooxygenase (COX-1 and COX-2).

Meloxicam is a potent inhibitor of prostaglandin synthesis in vitro. Meloxicam concentrations reached during therapy have produced in vivo effects. Prostaglandins sensitize afferent nerves and potentiate the action of bradykinin in inducing pain in animal models. Prostaglandins are mediators of inflammation. Because meloxicam is an inhibitor of prostaglandin synthesis, its mode of action may be due to a decrease of prostaglandins in peripheral tissues.

12.3 Pharmacokinetics

PHARMACOKINETICS SECTION

The relative bioavailability of VIVLODEX 10 mg capsules compared to meloxicam 15 mg tablets was assessed in 28 healthy subjects under fasted and fed conditions in a single-dose crossover study.

VIVLODEX 10 mg capsules do not result in an equivalent systemic exposure compared to 15 mg meloxicam tablets. When taken under fasted conditions, a 33% lower dose of meloxicam in VIVLODEX 10 mg capsules resulted in a 33% lower overall systemic exposure (AUCinf) and a comparable mean peak plasma concentration (Cmax) to meloxicam 15 mg tablets. The median time to maximum plasma concentration (Tmax) occurred earlier for VIVLODEX capsules (2 hours for both 5 mg and 10 mg) than for meloxicam tablets (4 hours for 15 mg).

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Absorption

Single oral doses of VIVLODEX 5 mg and 10 mg were associated with dose-proportional pharmacokinetics. Mean Cmax was achieved within 2 hours post-dose for both VIVLODEX 5 mg and 10 mg capsules when taken under fasted conditions. A second meloxicam concentration peak occurs around 8 hours post-dose.

Taking VIVLODEX with food causes a decrease in the rate but not the overall extent of systemic meloxicam absorption compared with taking VIVLODEX on an empty stomach. VIVLODEX capsules administered under fed conditions results in 22% lower mean Cmax and a 3 hour delay in median Tmax (5 hours for fed versus 2 hours for fasted) compared to the fasted condition. Significant changes in AUCinf were not observed. VIVLODEX can be administered without regard to timing of meals.

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Distribution

The mean volume of distribution (Vss) of meloxicam is approximately 10 L. Meloxicam is ~99.4% bound to human plasma proteins (primarily albumin) within the therapeutic dose range. The fraction of protein binding is independent of drug concentration, over the clinically relevant concentration range, but decreases to ~99% in patients with renal disease. Meloxicam penetration into human red blood cells, after oral dosing, is less than 10%. Following a radiolabeled dose, over 90% of the radioactivity detected in the plasma was present as unchanged meloxicam.

Meloxicam concentrations in synovial fluid, after a single oral dose, range from 40% to 50% of those in plasma. The free fraction in synovial fluid is 2.5 times higher than in plasma, due to the lower albumin content in synovial fluid as compared to plasma. The significance of this penetration is unknown.

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Elimination

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Metabolism

Meloxicam is extensively metabolized in the liver. Meloxicam metabolites include 5'-carboxy meloxicam (60% of dose), from P-450 mediated metabolism formed by oxidation of an intermediate metabolite 5'-hydroxymethyl meloxicam which is also excreted to a lesser extent (9% of dose). In vitro studies indicate that CYP2C9 (cytochrome P450 metabolizing enzyme) plays an important role in this metabolic pathway with a minor contribution of the CYP3A4 isozyme. Patients' peroxidase activity is probably responsible for the other two metabolites which account for 16% and 4% of the administered dose, respectively. The four metabolites are not known to have any in vivo pharmacological activity.

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Excretion

Meloxicam excretion is predominantly in the form of metabolites, and occurs to equal extents in the urine and feces. Only traces of the unchanged parent compound are excreted in the urine (0.2%) and feces (1.6%). The extent of the urinary excretion was confirmed for unlabeled multiple 7.5 mg doses: 0.5%, 6%, and 13% of the dose were found in urine in the form of meloxicam, and the 5'-hydroxymethyl and 5'-carboxy metabolites, respectively. There is significant biliary and/or enteral secretion of the drug. This was demonstrated when oral administration of cholestyramine following a single IV dose of meloxicam decreased the AUC of meloxicam by 50%.

The mean elimination half-life (t1/2) for VIVLODEX 5 mg and 10 mg is approximately 22 hours.

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Specific Populations

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Pediatric: The pharmacokinetics of VIVLODEX have not been investigated in pediatric patients.

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Hepatic Impairment: Following a single 15 mg dose of meloxicam tablets there was no marked difference in plasma concentrations in patients with mild (Child-Pugh Class I) or moderate (Child-Pugh Class II) hepatic impairment compared to healthy volunteers. Protein binding of meloxicam was not affected by hepatic impairment. No dosage adjustment is necessary in patients with mild to moderate hepatic impairment. Patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class III) have not been adequately studied [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3), Use in Specific Populations (8.6) ].

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Renal Impairment: Meloxicam pharmacokinetics have been investigated in subjects with mild and moderate renal impairment. Total drug plasma concentrations of meloxicam decreased and total clearance of meloxicam increased with the degree of renal impairment while free AUC values were similar in all groups. The higher meloxicam clearance in subjects with renal impairment may be due to increased fraction of unbound meloxicam which is available for hepatic metabolism and subsequent excretion. No dosage adjustment is necessary in patients with mild to moderate renal impairment. Patients with severe renal impairment have not been adequately studied. The use of VIVLODEX in subjects with severe renal impairment is not recommended.

Following a single dose of meloxicam, the free Cmax plasma concentrations were higher in patients with renal failure on chronic hemodialysis (1% free fraction) in comparison to healthy volunteers (0.3% free fraction). Hemodialysis did not lower the total drug concentration in plasma; therefore, additional doses are not necessary after hemodialysis. Meloxicam is not dialyzable [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) , Use in Specific Populations (8.7)].

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Drug Interaction Studies

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Aspirin: When NSAIDs were administered with aspirin, the protein binding of NSAIDs were reduced, although the clearance of free NSAID was not altered. The clinical significance of this interaction is not known. See Table 3 clinically significant drug interactions of NSAIDs with aspirin [see Drug Interactions (7) ].

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Cholestyramine: Pretreatment for four days with cholestyramine significantly increased the clearance of meloxicam by 50%. This resulted in a decrease in t1/2, from 19.2 hours to 12.5 hours, and a 35% reduction in AUC. This suggests the existence of a recirculation pathway for meloxicam in the gastrointestinal tract. The clinical relevance of this interaction has not been established.

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Cimetidine: Concomitant administration of 200 mg cimetidine four times daily did not alter the single-dose pharmacokinetics of 30 mg meloxicam.

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Digoxin: Meloxicam tablets 15 mg once daily for 7 days did not alter the plasma concentration profile of digoxin after β-acetyldigoxin administration for 7 days at clinical doses. In vitro testing found no protein binding drug interaction between digoxin and meloxicam [see Drug Interactions (7) ].

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Lithium: In a study conducted in healthy subjects, mean pre-dose lithium concentration and AUC were increased by 21% in subjects receiving lithium doses ranging from 804 to 1072 mg twice daily with meloxicam tablets 15 mg once per day every day as compared to subjects receiving lithium alone [see Drug Interactions (7) ].

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Methotrexate: A previous study in 13 rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients evaluated the effects of multiple doses of meloxicam on the pharmacokinetics of methotrexate taken once weekly. Meloxicam did not have a significant effect on the pharmacokinetics of single doses of methotrexate. In vitro, methotrexate did not displace meloxicam from its human serum binding sites [see Drug Interactions (7) ].

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Warfarin: The effect of meloxicam tablets on the anticoagulant effect of warfarin was studied in a group of healthy subjects receiving daily doses of warfarin that produced an INR (International Normalized Ratio) between 1.2 and 1.8. In these subjects, meloxicam did not alter warfarin pharmacokinetics and the average anticoagulant effect of warfarin as determined by prothrombin time. However, one subject showed an increase in INR from 1.5 to 2.1. Caution should be used when administering VIVLODEX with warfarin since patients on warfarin may experience changes in INR and an increased risk of bleeding complications when a new medication is introduced [see Drug Interactions (7) ].

13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY

NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY SECTION

13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, and Impairment of Fertility

CARCINOGENESIS & MUTAGENESIS & IMPAIRMENT OF FERTILITY SECTION

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Carcinogenesis

There was no increase in tumor incidence in long-term carcinogenicity studies in rats (104 weeks) and mice (99 weeks) administered meloxicam at oral doses up to 0.8 mg/kg/day in rats and up to 8.0 mg/kg/day in mice (up to 0.8- and 3.9-times, respectively, the maximum recommended daily dose (MRDD) of 10 mg of VIVLODEX based on body surface area (BSA) comparison).

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Mutagenesis

Meloxicam was not mutagenic in an Ames assay, or clastogenic in a chromosome aberration assay with human lymphocytes and an in vivo micronucleus test in mouse bone marrow.

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Impairment of Fertility

In previous studies of meloxicam, there was no impairment of male or female fertility in rats at oral doses up to 9 mg/kg/day in males and 5 mg/kg/day in females (up to 8.7 and 4.8-times, respectively, the MRDD based on BSA comparison).

14 CLINICAL STUDIES

CLINICAL STUDIES SECTION

14.1 Osteoarthritis Pain

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

The efficacy of VIVLODEX in the management of osteoarthritis pain was demonstrated in a randomized, double-blind, multicenter, parallel-arm, placebo-controlled study comparing VIVLODEX 5 mg or 10 mg taken once daily and placebo in patients with pain due to osteoarthritis of the knee or hip. The study evaluated 402 patients with a mean age of 61 (range 40 to 87 years). Osteoarthritis pain was measured using the Western Ontario and McMaster University Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) Pain Subscale. The mean baseline WOMAC Pain Subscale Score across treatment groups was 73 mm using a 0 to 100 mm visual analog scale.

The primary efficacy endpoint was the change from baseline to Week 12 in the WOMAC Pain Subscale Score. VIVLODEX 5 mg and 10 mg once daily significantly reduced osteoarthritis pain compared with placebo, as measured by changes in WOMAC Pain Subscale Scores. Although both the 5 mg and 10 mg doses significantly reduced pain compared to placebo, the proportion of responders achieving various percentage reductions in pain intensity from baseline to Week 12 is similar for both the 5 mg and 10 mg once daily doses. The proportion (%) of patients in each group who demonstrated reduction in their pain intensity score from baseline to Week 12 is shown in Figure 1. The figure is cumulative, so patients whose change from baseline is, for example, 30%, are also included in every level of pain reduction below 30%. Patients who did not complete the study were classified as non-responders.

Figure 1 Proportion (%) of Patients Achieving Various Percentage Reductions in Pain Intensity from Baseline to Week 12

Figure 1Figure 1

16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING

HOW SUPPLIED SECTION

VIVLODEX (meloxicam) capsules are supplied as:

  • 5 mg - light pink body and dark blue cap (imprinted IP-205 on the body and 5 mg on the cap in white ink)
    • NDC (42211-205-23), Bottles of 30 capsules
    • NDC (42211-205-29), Bottles of 90 capsules
  • 10 mg - pink body and dark blue cap (imprinted IP-206 on the body and 10 mg on the cap in white ink)
    • NDC (42211-206-23), Bottles of 30 capsules
    • NDC (42211-206-29), Bottles of 90 capsules

STORAGE AND HANDLING SECTION

Storage

Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].

Store in the original container and keep the bottle tightly closed to protect from moisture. Dispense in a tight container if package is subdivided.

17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION

INFORMATION FOR PATIENTS SECTION

Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Medication Guide) that accompanies each prescription dispensed. Patients, families, or their caregivers should be informed of the following information before initiating therapy with VIVLODEX and periodically during the course of ongoing therapy.

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Cardiovascular Thrombotic Events

Advise patients to be alert for the symptoms of cardiovascular thrombotic events, including chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness, or slurring of speech, and to report any of these symptoms to their health care provider immediately [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ].

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Ulceration, and Perforation

Advise patients to report symptoms of ulcerations and bleeding, including epigastric pain, dyspepsia, melena, and hematemesis to their health care provider. In the setting of concomitant use of low-dose aspirin for cardiac prophylaxis, inform patients of the increased risk for and the signs and symptoms of GI bleeding [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ].

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Hepatotoxicity

Inform patients of the warning signs and symptoms of hepatotoxicity (e.g., nausea, fatigue, lethargy, pruritus, diarrhea, jaundice, right upper quadrant tenderness, and "flu-like" symptoms). If these occur, instruct patients to stop VIVLODEX and seek immediate medical therapy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ].

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Heart Failure and Edema

Advise patients to be alert for the symptoms of congestive heart failure including shortness of breath, unexplained weight gain, or edema and to contact their healthcare provider if such symptoms occur [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ].

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Anaphylactic Reactions

Inform patients of the signs of an anaphylactic reaction (e.g., difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or throat). Instruct patients to seek immediate emergency help if these occur [see Contraindications (4), Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ].

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Serious Skin Reactions

Advise patients to stop VIVLODEX immediately if they develop any type of rash and to contact their healthcare provider as soon as possible [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ].

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Avoid Concomitant Use of NSAIDs

Inform patients that the concomitant use of VIVLODEX with other NSAIDs or salicylates (e.g., diflunisal, salsalate) is not recommended due to the increased risk of gastrointestinal toxicity, and little or no increase in efficacy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2), Drug Interactions (7)]. Alert patients that NSAIDs may be present in "over the counter" medications for treatment of colds, fever, or insomnia.

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Use of NSAIDs and Low-Dose Aspirin

Inform patients not to use low-dose aspirin concomitantly with VIVLODEX until they talk to their healthcare provider [see Drug Interactions (7) ].

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Manufactured (under license from iCeutica Pty Ltd.) for and Distributed by:
Iroko Pharmaceuticals, LLC
Philadelphia, PA 19112

Copyright 2015 Iroko Pharmaceuticals, LLC

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

Issued: October/2015

Medication Guide for Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)

SPL MEDGUIDE SECTION

What is the most important information I should know about medicines called Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)?

NSAIDs can cause serious side effects, including:

  • Increased risk of a heart attack or stroke that can lead to death. This risk may happen early in treatment and may increase:
    • with increasing doses of NSAIDs
    • with longer use of NSAIDs
    Do not take NSAIDs right before or after a heart surgery called a "coronary artery bypass graft (CABG)."
    Avoid taking NSAIDs after a recent heart attack, unless your healthcare provider tells you to. You may have an increased risk of another heart attack if you take NSAIDs after a recent heart attack.
  • Increased risk of bleeding, ulcers, and tears (perforation) of the esophagus (tube leading from the mouth to the stomach), stomach and intestines:
    • anytime during use
    • without warning symptoms
    • that may cause death
    The risk of getting an ulcer or bleeding increases with:
    • past history of stomach ulcers, or stomach or intestinal bleeding with use of NSAIDs
    • taking medicines called "corticosteroids", "anticoagulants", "SSRIs", or "SNRIs"
    • increasing doses of NSAIDs
    • longer use of NSAIDs
    • smoking
    • drinking alcohol
    • older age
    • poor health
    • advanced liver disease
    • bleeding problems

NSAIDs should only be used:

  • exactly as prescribed
  • at the lowest dose possible for your treatment
  • for the shortest time needed

What are NSAIDs?

NSAIDs are used to treat pain and redness, swelling, and heat (inflammation) from medical conditions such as different types of arthritis, menstrual cramps, and other types of short-term pain.

Who should not take NSAIDs?

Do not take NSAIDs:

  • if you have had an asthma attack, hives, or other allergic reaction with aspirin or any other NSAIDs.
  • right before or after heart bypass surgery.

Before taking NSAIDs, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:

  • have liver or kidney problems
  • have high blood pressure
  • have asthma
  • are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Talk to your healthcare provider if you are considering taking NSAIDs during pregnancy. You should not take NSAIDs after 29 weeks of pregnancy.
  • are breastfeeding or plan to breast feed.

Tell your healthcare provider about all of the medicines you take, including prescription or over-the-counter medicines, vitamins or herbal supplements. NSAIDs and some other medicines can interact with each other and cause serious side effects. Do not start taking any new medicine without talking to your healthcare provider first.

What are the possible side effects of NSAIDs?

NSAIDs can cause serious side effects, including:

See "What is the most important information I should know about medicines called Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)?"

  • new or worse high blood pressure
  • heart failure
  • liver problems including liver failure
  • kidney problems including kidney failure
  • low red blood cells (anemia)
  • life-threatening skin reactions
  • life-threatening allergic reactions
  • Other side effects of NSAIDs include: stomach pain, constipation, diarrhea, gas, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness.

Get emergency help right away if you get any of the following symptoms:

  • shortness of breath or trouble breathing
  • chest pain
  • weakness in one part or side of your body
  • slurred speech
  • swelling of the face or throat

Stop taking your NSAID and call your healthcare provider right away if you get any of the following symptoms:

  • nausea
  • more tired or weaker than usual
  • diarrhea
  • itching
  • your skin or eyes look yellow
  • indigestion or stomach pain
  • flu-like symptoms
  • vomit blood
  • there is blood in your bowel movement or it is black and sticky like tar
  • unusual weight gain
  • skin rash or blisters with fever
  • swelling of the arms, legs, hands and feet

If you take too much of your NSAID, call your healthcare provider or get medical help right away.

These are not all the possible side effects of NSAIDs. For more information, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist about NSAIDs.

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

Other information about NSAIDs

  • Aspirin is an NSAID but it does not increase the chance of a heart attack. Aspirin can cause bleeding in the brain, stomach, and intestines. Aspirin can also cause ulcers in the stomach and intestines.
  • Some NSAIDs are sold in lower doses without a prescription (over-the-counter). Talk to your healthcare provider before using over-the-counter NSAIDs for more than 10 days.

General information about the safe and effective use of NSAIDs

Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Medication Guide. Do not use NSAIDs for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give NSAIDs to other people, even if they have the same symptoms that you have. It may harm them.

If you would like more information about NSAIDs, talk with your healthcare provider. You can ask your pharmacist or healthcare provider for information about NSAIDs that is written for health professionals.

Manufactured (under license from iCeutica Pty Ltd) for and Distributed by:
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One Kew Place
150 Rouse Boulevard
Philadelphia, PA 19112
For more information, go to www.iroko.com or call 1-877-757-0676.

This Medication Guide has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Issued or Revised: October 2015

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 5 mg Capsule Bottle Label

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

N 42211-205-23

Vivlodex™
(meloxicam) capsules

5 mg
per capsule

Rx Only
30 Capsules

Distributed by IROKO ®

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 5 mg Capsule Bottle Label
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 5 mg Capsule Bottle Label

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 10 mg Capsule Bottle Label

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

N 42211-206-23

Vivlodex™
(meloxicam) capsules

10 mg
per capsule

Rx Only
30 Capsules

Distributed by IROKO ®

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 10 mg Capsule Bottle Label
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 10 mg Capsule Bottle Label

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42211-205-292021-01-29C16284748780-1ba0f9c33-3a38-a910-e053-dadaa90a0b85These highlights do not include all the information needed to use VIVLODEX™ safely and effectively. See full prescribing information for VIVLODEX. VIVLODEX (meloxicam) capsules, for oral use Initial U.S. Approval: 2000
42211-205-412021-01-29C16284748780-1ba0f9c33-3a38-a910-e053-dadaa90a0b85These highlights do not include all the information needed to use VIVLODEX™ safely and effectively. See full prescribing information for VIVLODEX. VIVLODEX (meloxicam) capsules, for oral use Initial U.S. Approval: 2000
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42211-206-292021-01-29C16284748780-1ba0f9c33-3a38-a910-e053-dadaa90a0b85These highlights do not include all the information needed to use VIVLODEX™ safely and effectively. See full prescribing information for VIVLODEX. VIVLODEX (meloxicam) capsules, for oral use Initial U.S. Approval: 2000
42211-206-412021-01-29C16284748780-1ba0f9c33-3a38-a910-e053-dadaa90a0b85These highlights do not include all the information needed to use VIVLODEX™ safely and effectively. See full prescribing information for VIVLODEX. VIVLODEX (meloxicam) capsules, for oral use Initial U.S. Approval: 2000

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DailyMed Billing Units#

Package NDC, Billing unit, Product NDC table
Package NDCBilling unitProduct NDCDailyMed indexing SPLSPL versionEffective
42211-205-23EA - Each42211-2055dcf7375-6f4c-4573-8697-d74d51b124f512015-12-02
42211-206-23EA - Each42211-206e1e2cf52-3f2f-4833-8ccf-eafff065faf812015-12-02

DailyMed Socrata Ingredients#

Ingredient, Type, UNII table
IngredientTypeUNIISPL versionUploaded
meloxicamACTIVE INGREDIENTVG2QF83CGL3
meloxicamACTIVE MOIETYVG2QF83CGL3
CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINEINACTIVE INGREDIENTOP1R32D61U3
CROSCARMELLOSE SODIUMINACTIVE INGREDIENTM28OL1HH483
FD&C BLUE NO. 2INACTIVE INGREDIENTL06K8R7DQK3
FD&C Red NO. 40INACTIVE INGREDIENTWZB9127XOA3
FD&C yellow NO. 6INACTIVE INGREDIENTH77VEI93A83
GELATININACTIVE INGREDIENT2G86QN327L3
LACTOSE MONOHYDRATEINACTIVE INGREDIENTEWQ57Q8I5X3
PIGMENT RED 5INACTIVE INGREDIENT91OZU993LX3
SODIUM LAURYL SULFATEINACTIVE INGREDIENT368GB5141J3
SODIUM STEARYL FUMARATEINACTIVE INGREDIENT7CV7WJK4UI3
TITANIUM DIOXIDEINACTIVE INGREDIENT15FIX9V2JP3

Products#

Every source-derived product name is available through these pages.

DailyMed product names page 1 of 1 · 13 matching rows.

NDC Codes#

Product NDC, Package NDC table
Product NDCPackage NDC
42211-20542211-205-29, 42211-205-23, 42211-205-41
42211-20642211-206-29, 42211-206-23, 42211-206-41

Ingredients#

Every source-derived ingredient row is available through these pages.

DailyMed ingredient rows page 1 of 1 · 21 matching rows.

Source Document#

Source XML

Inactive ingredient matches#

Inactive Ingredient Database values describe FDA-listed use contexts. The match method and ambiguity count are shown because ingredient names, routes, and dosage forms are not always unique. Browse recovered IID releases and source provenance.

Inactive ingredient links page 1 of 6 · 304 matching rows.

DailyMed ingredient, IID ingredient, UNII table
DailyMed ingredientIID ingredientUNIIDosage form / routePotencyMaximum daily exposureMatch
SODIUM STEARYL FUMARATESODIUM STEARYL FUMARATE7CV7WJK4UITABLET, CHEWABLE / ORAL28 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
17 equally ranked IID candidates
CROSCARMELLOSE SODIUMCROSCARMELLOSE SODIUMM28OL1HH48TABLET / ORAL736 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
22 equally ranked IID candidates
TITANIUM DIOXIDETITANIUM DIOXIDE15FIX9V2JPCAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED / ORAL12 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
40 equally ranked IID candidates
CROSCARMELLOSE SODIUMCROSCARMELLOSE SODIUMM28OL1HH48CAPSULE, COATED PELLETS / ORAL198 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
22 equally ranked IID candidates
TITANIUM DIOXIDETITANIUM DIOXIDE15FIX9V2JPFILM, SOLUBLE / BUCCAL11 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
40 equally ranked IID candidates
CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINEMICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSEOP1R32D61UTABLET / BUCCAL18 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
FD&C yellow NO. 6FD&C YELLOW NO. 6H77VEI93A8POWDER / ORAL20 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
34 equally ranked IID candidates
GELATINGELATIN2G86QN327LPOWDER / ORAL100 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
44 equally ranked IID candidates
GELATINGELATIN2G86QN327LTABLET, DELAYED RELEASE / ORAL19 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
44 equally ranked IID candidates
TITANIUM DIOXIDETITANIUM DIOXIDE15FIX9V2JPCAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE PELLETS / ORAL24 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
40 equally ranked IID candidates
CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINEMICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSEOP1R32D61UTABLET, COATED / ORAL920 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
SODIUM STEARYL FUMARATESODIUM STEARYL FUMARATE7CV7WJK4UITABLET / ORAL153 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
17 equally ranked IID candidates
CROSCARMELLOSE SODIUMCROSCARMELLOSE SODIUMM28OL1HH48CAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE PELLETS / ORAL127 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
22 equally ranked IID candidates
FD&C yellow NO. 6FD&C YELLOW NO. 6H77VEI93A8SOLUTION / RECTAL0.5 %w/vExact identifier — unii candidate
34 equally ranked IID candidates
FD&C Red NO. 40FD&C RED NO. 40WZB9127XOASOLUTION / ORAL38 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINEMICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSEOP1R32D61USUSPENSION / ORAL1600 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
SODIUM LAURYL SULFATESODIUM LAURYL SULFATE368GB5141JTABLET, CHEWABLE, EXTENDED RELEASE / ORAL1 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
42 equally ranked IID candidates
CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINEMICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSEOP1R32D61UPOWDER, FOR SOLUTION / ORAL690 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
FD&C Red NO. 40FD&C RED NO. 40WZB9127XOAPOWDER, FOR SUSPENSION / ORAL3 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
SODIUM LAURYL SULFATESODIUM LAURYL SULFATE368GB5141JPASTE / DENTAL1.5 %w/wExact identifier — unii candidate
42 equally ranked IID candidates
TITANIUM DIOXIDETITANIUM DIOXIDE15FIX9V2JPPOWDER, FOR SUSPENSION / ORAL297 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
40 equally ranked IID candidates
FD&C yellow NO. 6FD&C YELLOW NO. 6H77VEI93A8GEL / TOPICALNAExact identifier — unii candidate
34 equally ranked IID candidates
TITANIUM DIOXIDETITANIUM DIOXIDE15FIX9V2JPFILM, EXTENDED RELEASE / TRANSDERMALNAExact identifier — unii candidate
40 equally ranked IID candidates
GELATINGELATIN2G86QN327LPOWDER, FOR SUSPENSION / ORALNAExact identifier — unii candidate
44 equally ranked IID candidates
SODIUM LAURYL SULFATESODIUM LAURYL SULFATE368GB5141JTABLET, ORALLY DISINTEGRATING / ORAL16 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
42 equally ranked IID candidates
GELATINGELATIN2G86QN327LTABLET, COATED / ORAL42.12 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
44 equally ranked IID candidates
GELATINGELATIN2G86QN327LGUM, CHEWING / BUCCAL102 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
44 equally ranked IID candidates
CROSCARMELLOSE SODIUMCROSCARMELLOSE SODIUMM28OL1HH48GRANULE, FOR SUSPENSION / ORAL282 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
22 equally ranked IID candidates
FD&C yellow NO. 6FD&C YELLOW NO. 6H77VEI93A8SUSPENSION / ORAL11 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
34 equally ranked IID candidates
GELATINGELATIN2G86QN327LINJECTION / SUBCUTANEOUS16 %w/vExact identifier — unii candidate
44 equally ranked IID candidates
TITANIUM DIOXIDETITANIUM DIOXIDE15FIX9V2JPSUSPENSION / ORAL113 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
40 equally ranked IID candidates
TITANIUM DIOXIDETITANIUM DIOXIDE15FIX9V2JPTABLET, DELAYED RELEASE / ORAL66 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
40 equally ranked IID candidates
GELATINGELATIN2G86QN327LINJECTION, POWDER, FOR SOLUTION / SUBCUTANEOUS14 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
44 equally ranked IID candidates
CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINEMICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSEOP1R32D61UTABLET / SUBLINGUAL43.2 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
FD&C Red NO. 40FD&C RED NO. 40WZB9127XOATABLET / SUBLINGUALNAExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
TITANIUM DIOXIDETITANIUM DIOXIDE15FIX9V2JPSOAP / TOPICAL1 %w/wExact identifier — unii candidate
40 equally ranked IID candidates
FD&C yellow NO. 6FD&C YELLOW NO. 6H77VEI93A8SPONGE / TOPICAL0.01 %w/wExact identifier — unii candidate
34 equally ranked IID candidates
GELATINGELATIN2G86QN327LPOWDER / RESPIRATORY (INHALATION)100 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
44 equally ranked IID candidates
LACTOSE MONOHYDRATELACTOSE MONOHYDRATEEWQ57Q8I5XTABLET, DELAYED RELEASE / ORAL2313 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
38 equally ranked IID candidates
SODIUM LAURYL SULFATESODIUM LAURYL SULFATE368GB5141JSUSPENSION, EXTENDED RELEASE / ORAL0.08 mg/1mlExact identifier — unii candidate
42 equally ranked IID candidates
TITANIUM DIOXIDETITANIUM DIOXIDE15FIX9V2JPINSERT, EXTENDED RELEASE / OPHTHALMIC0.4 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
40 equally ranked IID candidates
FD&C Red NO. 40FD&C RED NO. 40WZB9127XOASYRUP / ORAL3 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
TITANIUM DIOXIDETITANIUM DIOXIDE15FIX9V2JPTABLET, FILM COATED / ORAL36 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
40 equally ranked IID candidates
FD&C yellow NO. 6FD&C YELLOW NO. 6H77VEI93A8CAPSULE, COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE / ORALNAExact identifier — unii candidate
34 equally ranked IID candidates
FD&C Red NO. 40FD&C RED NO. 40WZB9127XOASHAMPOO / TOPICAL2 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
CROSCARMELLOSE SODIUMCROSCARMELLOSE SODIUMM28OL1HH48TROCHE / ORAL50 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
22 equally ranked IID candidates
LACTOSE MONOHYDRATELACTOSE MONOHYDRATEEWQ57Q8I5XINJECTION, POWDER, LYOPHILIZED, FOR SOLUTION / INTRAMUSCULAR150 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
38 equally ranked IID candidates
FD&C BLUE NO. 2FD&C BLUE NO. 2L06K8R7DQKCAPSULE / ORAL4 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
11 equally ranked IID candidates
TITANIUM DIOXIDETITANIUM DIOXIDE15FIX9V2JPTABLET, COATED / ORAL49 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
40 equally ranked IID candidates
LACTOSE MONOHYDRATELACTOSE MONOHYDRATEEWQ57Q8I5XINJECTION, POWDER, LYOPHILIZED, FOR SOLUTION / SUBCUTANEOUS107 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
38 equally ranked IID candidates
FD&C Red NO. 40FD&C RED NO. 40WZB9127XOACAPSULE, COATED PELLETS / ORALNAExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
GELATINGELATIN2G86QN327LINJECTION / INTRAVENOUS20 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
44 equally ranked IID candidates
TITANIUM DIOXIDETITANIUM DIOXIDE15FIX9V2JPCAPSULE / RESPIRATORY (INHALATION)NAExact identifier — unii candidate
40 equally ranked IID candidates
SODIUM LAURYL SULFATESODIUM LAURYL SULFATE368GB5141JTABLET, ORALLY DISINTEGRATING, DELAYED RELEASE / ORAL3 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
42 equally ranked IID candidates
CROSCARMELLOSE SODIUMCROSCARMELLOSE SODIUMM28OL1HH48TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE / ORAL280 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
22 equally ranked IID candidates
GELATINGELATIN2G86QN327LTABLET / ORAL46 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
44 equally ranked IID candidates
LACTOSE MONOHYDRATELACTOSE MONOHYDRATEEWQ57Q8I5XCREAM / VAGINAL586 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
38 equally ranked IID candidates
FD&C yellow NO. 6FD&C YELLOW NO. 6H77VEI93A8POWDER, FOR SOLUTION / ORAL40 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
34 equally ranked IID candidates
SODIUM STEARYL FUMARATESODIUM STEARYL FUMARATE7CV7WJK4UILOZENGE / ORAL125 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
17 equally ranked IID candidates
SODIUM LAURYL SULFATESODIUM LAURYL SULFATE368GB5141JCAPSULE / ORAL600 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
42 equally ranked IID candidates

Orange Book application contexts#

All distinct exact application/product contexts derived from this label’s complete NDC list are paginated below.

Orange Book application contexts page 1 of 1 · 1 matching rows.

Source provenance: Browse the complete Orange Book source catalog · source snapshot 43.

Orange Book products#

Current product rows page 1 of 1 · 2 matching rows.

Application-product, Trade name, Ingredient table
Application-productTrade nameIngredientStrengthDosage form / routeTE codesRLD / RSApproval date
N207233-001VIVLODEXMELOXICAM5MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-22
N207233-002VIVLODEXMELOXICAM10MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-22

Orange Book patents#

Current patent rows page 1 of 1 · 8 matching rows.

Application-product, Patent, Expiration table
Application-productPatentExpirationUse codeCoverage / statusSubmission date
N207233-00195267342033-03-31Drug product2016-12-30
N207233-00196493182035-03-31Drug product2017-05-16
N207233-00198084682035-03-31U-21602017-11-22
N207233-00198084682035-03-31U-21652017-11-22
N207233-00295267342033-03-31Drug product2016-12-30
N207233-00296493182035-03-31Drug product2017-05-16
N207233-00298084682035-03-31U-21602017-11-22
N207233-00298084682035-03-31U-21652017-11-22

Observed Orange Book product history#

Observed FDA ZIP history: Each table is queried independently by exact application/product key from successfully parsed Orange Book snapshots. Capture times identify archived source observations; absence or a change between snapshots is not inferred. FDA publication files that were not recoverable as structured ZIP data are not represented as states.

Product history page 1 of 3 · 86 observed states.

Captured, Edition, Application-product table
CapturedEditionApplication-productTrade nameStrengthDosage form / routeProduct TE source textRLD / RSApproval dateSource SHA-256
2026-09-14 22:38:342026-08N207233-001VIVLODEX5MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-2284e616aacf4f…
2026-09-14 22:38:342026-08N207233-002VIVLODEX10MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-2284e616aacf4f…
2026-08-18 06:07:402026-07N207233-001VIVLODEX5MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-22caaa826d4ba7…
2026-08-18 06:07:402026-07N207233-002VIVLODEX10MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-22caaa826d4ba7…
2026-02-19 14:30 UTC2026-02N207233-001VIVLODEX5MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-22011fe1cb6892…
2026-02-19 14:30 UTC2026-02N207233-002VIVLODEX10MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-22011fe1cb6892…
2025-12-14 10:44 UTC · 2 captures of this ZIP2025-12N207233-001VIVLODEX5MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-2231067a03dcf5…
2025-12-14 10:44 UTC · 2 captures of this ZIP2025-12N207233-002VIVLODEX10MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-2231067a03dcf5…
2025-08-23 18:47 UTC2025-08N207233-001VIVLODEX5MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-226a471c1ec25d…
2025-08-23 18:47 UTC2025-08N207233-002VIVLODEX10MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-226a471c1ec25d…
2025-03-22 03:13 UTC · 3 captures of this ZIP2025-03N207233-001VIVLODEX5MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-22fd3edfee7708…
2025-03-22 03:13 UTC · 3 captures of this ZIP2025-03N207233-002VIVLODEX10MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-22fd3edfee7708…
2025-02-26 10:13 UTC · 3 captures of this ZIP2025-02N207233-001VIVLODEX5MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-22b8a1b40f171c…
2025-02-26 10:13 UTC · 3 captures of this ZIP2025-02N207233-002VIVLODEX10MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-22b8a1b40f171c…
2025-01-19 17:59 UTC · 7 captures of this ZIP2025-01N207233-001VIVLODEX5MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-2203ed91905a0d…
2025-01-19 17:59 UTC · 7 captures of this ZIP2025-01N207233-002VIVLODEX10MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-2203ed91905a0d…
2024-12-13 21:23 UTC · 2 captures of this ZIP2024-12N207233-001VIVLODEX5MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-222680178bc6a6…
2024-12-13 21:23 UTC · 2 captures of this ZIP2024-12N207233-002VIVLODEX10MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-222680178bc6a6…
2024-09-14 05:58 UTC · 2 captures of this ZIP2024-09N207233-001VIVLODEX5MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-225bbf6a4d5a75…
2024-09-14 05:58 UTC · 2 captures of this ZIP2024-09N207233-002VIVLODEX10MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-225bbf6a4d5a75…
2024-11-08 22:44 UTC · 3 captures of this ZIP2024-11N207233-001VIVLODEX5MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-22d8e5a09893c0…
2024-11-08 22:44 UTC · 3 captures of this ZIP2024-11N207233-002VIVLODEX10MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-22d8e5a09893c0…
2024-10-29 15:01 UTC2024-10N207233-001VIVLODEX5MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-22d06236e962d9…
2024-10-29 15:01 UTC2024-10N207233-002VIVLODEX10MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-22d06236e962d9…
2024-08-13 05:28 UTC · 3 captures of this ZIP2024-08N207233-001VIVLODEX5MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-2279d66fd596c7…
2024-08-13 05:28 UTC · 3 captures of this ZIP2024-08N207233-002VIVLODEX10MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-2279d66fd596c7…
2024-07-13 05:37 UTC · 2 captures of this ZIP2024-07N207233-001VIVLODEX5MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-22301d65b070ca…
2024-07-13 05:37 UTC · 2 captures of this ZIP2024-07N207233-002VIVLODEX10MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-22301d65b070ca…
2024-06-18 03:08 UTC · 5 captures of this ZIP2024-06N207233-001VIVLODEX5MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-221e350fbaab3a…
2024-06-18 03:08 UTC · 5 captures of this ZIP2024-06N207233-002VIVLODEX10MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-221e350fbaab3a…
2024-05-31 18:47 UTC2024-05N207233-001VIVLODEX5MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-228072bd15b7f6…
2024-05-31 18:47 UTC2024-05N207233-002VIVLODEX10MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-228072bd15b7f6…
2022-06-29 02:47 UTC · 2 captures of this ZIP2022-06N207233-001VIVLODEX5MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-225c6f7cd8ea54…
2022-06-29 02:47 UTC · 2 captures of this ZIP2022-06N207233-002VIVLODEX10MG **Federal Register determination that product was not discontinued or withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons**CAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-225c6f7cd8ea54…
2022-04-08 23:34 UTC2022-04N207233-001VIVLODEX5MGCAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-225d02ea3f76ae…
2022-04-08 23:34 UTC2022-04N207233-002VIVLODEX10MGCAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-225d02ea3f76ae…
2022-04-04 05:41 UTC2022-04N207233-001VIVLODEX5MGCAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-224b0b4de00fa7…
2022-04-04 05:41 UTC2022-04N207233-002VIVLODEX10MGCAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-224b0b4de00fa7…
2019-12-13 00:20 UTC2019-12N207233-001VIVLODEX5MGCAPSULE / ORALRLD2015-10-2274a2ff9319b5…
2019-12-13 00:20 UTC2019-12N207233-002VIVLODEX10MGCAPSULE / ORALRLD, RS2015-10-2274a2ff9319b5…

Observed Orange Book normalized TE history#

Captured, Edition, Application-product table
CapturedEditionApplication-productTE codeOrderSource SHA-256
2020-11-12 02:37 UTC2020-11N207233-001AB1c0c555d07b60…
2020-11-12 02:37 UTC2020-11N207233-002AB1c0c555d07b60…

Observed Orange Book patent history#

Patent history page 1 of 9 · 344 observed states.

Captured, Edition, Application-product table
CapturedEditionApplication-productPatentExpirationUse codeCoverage / statusSubmission dateSource SHA-256
2026-09-14 22:38:342026-08N207233-00195267342033-03-31Drug product2016-12-3084e616aacf4f…
2026-09-14 22:38:342026-08N207233-00196493182035-03-31Drug product2017-05-1684e616aacf4f…
2026-09-14 22:38:342026-08N207233-00198084682035-03-31U-21652017-11-2284e616aacf4f…
2026-09-14 22:38:342026-08N207233-00198084682035-03-31U-21602017-11-2284e616aacf4f…
2026-09-14 22:38:342026-08N207233-00295267342033-03-31Drug product2016-12-3084e616aacf4f…
2026-09-14 22:38:342026-08N207233-00296493182035-03-31Drug product2017-05-1684e616aacf4f…
2026-09-14 22:38:342026-08N207233-00298084682035-03-31U-21602017-11-2284e616aacf4f…
2026-09-14 22:38:342026-08N207233-00298084682035-03-31U-21652017-11-2284e616aacf4f…
2026-08-18 06:07:402026-07N207233-00195267342033-03-31Drug product2016-12-30caaa826d4ba7…
2026-08-18 06:07:402026-07N207233-00196493182035-03-31Drug product2017-05-16caaa826d4ba7…
2026-08-18 06:07:402026-07N207233-00198084682035-03-31U-21652017-11-22caaa826d4ba7…
2026-08-18 06:07:402026-07N207233-00198084682035-03-31U-21602017-11-22caaa826d4ba7…
2026-08-18 06:07:402026-07N207233-00295267342033-03-31Drug product2016-12-30caaa826d4ba7…
2026-08-18 06:07:402026-07N207233-00296493182035-03-31Drug product2017-05-16caaa826d4ba7…
2026-08-18 06:07:402026-07N207233-00298084682035-03-31U-21602017-11-22caaa826d4ba7…
2026-08-18 06:07:402026-07N207233-00298084682035-03-31U-21652017-11-22caaa826d4ba7…
2026-02-19 14:30 UTC2026-02N207233-00195267342033-03-31Drug product2016-12-30011fe1cb6892…
2026-02-19 14:30 UTC2026-02N207233-00196493182035-03-31Drug product2017-05-16011fe1cb6892…
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Brand, Generic, Manufacturer table
BrandGenericManufacturerSPL set IDEffective dateAvailable safety fieldsJoin
56e0f811-6718-49ce-b054-c6ffd07545a0fcfd6c24-98d0-4b7b-8336-936899ef61de2019-04-08Boxed warning, Warnings, Adverse reactionsExact identifier
spl id: 56e0f811-6718-49ce-b054-c6ffd07545a0
spl set id: fcfd6c24-98d0-4b7b-8336-936899ef61de

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