FESOTERODINE FUMARATE by is a Prescription medication manufactured, distributed, or labeled by Aurobindo Pharma Limited. Drug facts, warnings, and ingredients follow.
Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are indicated for the treatment of:
The recommended dosage is 4 mg orally once daily. If needed, dosage may be increased to 8 mg orally once daily. (2.2)
The recommended starting dosage is 4 mg orally once daily. After one week, increase to 8 mg orally once daily. (2.2)
Extended-release tablets: 4 mg and 8 mg (3)
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See 17 for PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION and FDA-approved patient labeling.
Revised: 12/2024
The recommended starting dosage of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets in adults is 4 mg orally once daily. Based upon individual response and tolerability, increase to the maximum dosage of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg once daily. For administration instructions, see Dosage and Administration (2.6).
Pediatric Patients Weighing Greater than 25 kg and up to 35 kg
The recommended dosage of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets is 4 mg orally once daily. If needed, dosage may be increased to fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg orally once daily. For administration instructions, see Dosage and Administration (2.6).
Pediatric Patients Weighing Greater than 35 kg
The recommended starting dosage of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets is 4 mg orally once daily. After one week, increase to fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg orally once daily. For administration instructions, see Dosage and Administration (2.6).
The recommended dosage of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets in adult patients with renal impairment is described in Table 1 [see Use in Specific Populations (8.6)]. For administration instructions, see Dosage and Administration (2.6).
1 Calculate CLcr using the Cockcroft-Gault formula |
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Estimated Creatinine Clearance1
| Recommended Dose
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CLcr 30 to 89 mL/min | 8 mg |
CLcr 15 to 29 mL/min | 4 mg |
CLcr <15 mL/min | 4 mg |
Pediatric Patients Weighing Greater than 25 kg and up to 35 kg
The recommended dosage of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets in pediatric patients with renal impairment weighing greater than 25 kg and up to 35 kg is described in Table 2 [see Use in Specific Populations (8.6)]. For administration instructions, see Dosage and Administration (2.6).
1 Estimate GFR using a validated GFR estimating equation for the pediatric age range of the approved indication. 2 Dosing was derived assuming similar proportional effects of renal impairment in adults and pediatric patients 6 years and older. |
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Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR)1
| Recommended Dose2
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eGFR 30 to 89 mL/min/1.73m2
| 4 mg |
eGFR 15 to 29 mL/min/1.73m2
| Use is Not Recommended |
eGFR <15 mL/min/1.73m2 or requiring dialysis | Use is Not Recommended |
Pediatric Patients weighing greater than 35 kg
The recommended dosage of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets in pediatric patients with renal impairment weighing greater than 35 kg is described in Table 3 [see Use in Specific Populations (8.6)]. For administration instructions, see Dosage and Administration (2.6).
1 Estimate GFR using a validated GFR estimating equation for the pediatric age range of the approved indication. 2 The recommended starting dosage of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets is 4 mg orally once daily. After one week, increase to the recommended dosage of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg orally once daily. 3 Dosing was derived assuming similar proportional effects of renal impairment in adults and pediatric patients 6 years and older. |
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Estimated GFR1
| Recommended Dose3
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eGFR 30 to 89 mL/min/1.73m2
| 8 mg2
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eGFR15 to 29 mL/min/1.73m2
| 4 mg |
eGFR <15 mL/min/1.73m2 or requiring dialysis | Use is Not Recommended |
Adult Patients with OAB
The maximum recommended dosage is fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg orally once daily in adult patients taking strong CYP3A4 inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. For administration instructions, see Dosage and Administration (2.6).
Pediatric Patients with NDO
Pediatric Patients Weighing Greater than 25 kg and up to 35 kg
The use of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets in pediatric patients weighing greater than 25 kg and up to 35 kg and taking strong CYP3A4 inhibitors is not recommended [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. For administration instructions, see Dosage and Administration (2.6).
Pediatric Patients Weighing Greater than 35 kg
The maximum recommended dosage is fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablet 4 mg orally once daily in pediatric patients weighing greater than 35 kg and taking strong CYP3A4 inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. For administration instructions, see Dosage and Administration (2.6).
Swallow fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets whole with liquid. Do not chew, divide, or crush. Take with or without food [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are contraindicated in patients with any of the following:
Angioedema of the face, lips, tongue, and/or larynx has been reported with fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets. In some cases, angioedema occurred after the first dose; however, cases have been reported to occur hours after the first dose or after multiple doses. Angioedema associated with upper airway swelling may be life-threatening.
Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are contraindicated in patients with a known or suspected hypersensitivity to fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets or any of its ingredients [see Contraindications (4)]. If involvement of the tongue, hypopharynx, or larynx occurs, fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets should be promptly discontinued and appropriate therapy and/or measures to ensure a patent airway should be promptly provided.
The use of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets, like other antimuscarinic drugs, in patients with clinically significant bladder outlet obstruction, including patients with urinary retention, may result in further urinary retention and kidney injury. The use of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are not recommended in patients with clinically significant bladder outlet obstruction, and is contraindicated in patients with urinary retention [see Contraindications (4) and Adverse Reactions (6.1)].
Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are associated with decreased gastric motility. Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are contraindicated in patients with gastric retention [see Contraindications (4)]. The use of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are not recommended in patients with decreased gastrointestinal motility, such as those with severe constipation.
Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets can worsen controlled narrow-angle glaucoma. Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are contraindicated in patients with uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma [see Contraindications (4)]. Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets should be used with caution in patients being treated for narrow-angle glaucoma.
Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are associated with anticholinergic central nervous system (CNS) adverse reactions [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)]. A variety of CNS anticholinergic effects have been reported, including headache, dizziness, and somnolence. Patients should be monitored for signs of anticholinergic CNS effects, particularly after beginning treatment or increasing the dose. Advise patients not to drive or operate heavy machinery until they know how fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets affect them. If a patient experiences anticholinergic CNS effects, fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets dose reduction or discontinuation should be considered.
The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in labeling:
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.
Adult Overactive Bladder (OAB)
The safety of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets were evaluated in Phase 2 and 3 controlled trials in a total of 2859 patients with overactive bladder, of which 2288 were treated with fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets. Of this total, 782 received fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg/day, and 785 received fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg/day with treatment periods of 8- or 12-weeks. Approximately 80% of these patients had greater than 10-weeks of exposure to fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets in these trials.
A total of 1964 patients participated in two 12-week, Phase 3 efficacy and safety studies and subsequent open-label extension studies. In these two studies combined, 554 patients received fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg/day and 566 patients received fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg/day.
In Phase 2 and 3 placebo-controlled trials combined, the incidences of serious adverse events in patients receiving placebo, fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg, and fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg were 1.9%, 3.5%, and 2.9%, respectively. All serious adverse events were judged to be not related or unlikely to be related to study medication by the investigator, except for four patients receiving fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets who reported one serious adverse reaction each: angina, chest pain, gastroenteritis, and QT prolongation on ECG.
The most commonly reported adverse event in patients treated with fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets was dry mouth. The incidence of dry mouth was higher in those taking 8 mg/day (35%) and in those taking 4 mg/day (19%), as compared to placebo (7%). Dry mouth led to discontinuation in 0.4%, 0.4%, and 0.8% of patients receiving placebo, fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg, and fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg, respectively. For those patients who reported dry mouth, most had their first occurrence of the event within the first month of treatment.
The second most commonly reported adverse event was constipation. The incidence of constipation was 2% in those taking placebo, 4% in those taking 4 mg/day, and 6% in those taking 8 mg/day.
Table 4 lists adverse events, regardless of causality, that were reported in the combined Phase 3, randomized, placebo-controlled trials at an incidence greater than placebo and in 1% or more of patients treated with fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg or 8 mg once daily for up to 12-weeks.
ALT = alanine aminotransferase; GGT = gamma glutamyltransferase | |||
System organ class/Preferred term
| Placebo
N=554 % | Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets
4 mg/day N=554 % | Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets
8 mg/day N=566 % |
Gastrointestinal disorders Dry mouth Constipation Dyspepsia Nausea | 7 2 0.5 1.3 | 18.8 4.2 1.6 0.7 | 34.6 6 2.3 1.9 |
Abdominal pain upper | 0.5
| 1.1
| 0.5
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Infections Urinary tract infection | 3.1
| 3.2
| 4.2
|
Upper respiratory tract infection | 2.2
| 2.5
| 1.8
|
Eye disorders Dry eyes | 0 | 1.4 | 3.7 |
Renal and urinary disorders Dysuria Urinary retention | 0.7 0.2 | 1.3 1.1 | 1.6 1.4 |
Respiratory disorders Cough Dry throat | 0.5 0.4 | 1.6 0.9 | 0.9 2.3 |
General disorders Edema peripheral | 0.7 | 0.7 | 1.2 |
Musculoskeletal disorders Back pain | 0.4 | 2 | 0.9 |
Psychiatric disorders Insomnia | 0.5 | 1.3 | 0.4 |
Investigations ALT increased GGT increased | 0.9 0.4 | 0.5 0.4 | 1.2 1.2 |
Skin disorders Rash | 0.5 | 0.7 | 1.1 |
Patients also received fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets for up to three years in open-label extension phases of one Phase 2 and two Phase 3 controlled trials. In all open-label trials combined, 857, 701, 529, and 105 patients received fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets for at least 6 months, 1 year, 2 years, and 3 years, respectively. The adverse events observed during long-term, open-label studies were similar to those observed in the 12-week, placebo-controlled studies, and included dry mouth, constipation, dry eyes, dyspepsia, and abdominal pain. Similar to the controlled studies, most adverse events of dry mouth and constipation were mild to moderate in intensity. Serious adverse events, judged to be at least possibly related to study medication by the investigator and reported more than once during the open-label treatment period of up to 3 years, included urinary retention (3 cases), diverticulitis (3 cases), constipation (2 cases), irritable bowel syndrome (2 cases), and electrocardiogram QT corrected interval prolongation (2 cases).
Pediatric Neurogenic Detrusor Overactivity (NDO)
The safety of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets was evaluated in a total of 131 pediatric patients with NDO. Patients received fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg or fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg orally once daily in two clinical trials (Studies 3 and 4).
Study 3 was a Phase 3 study in pediatric patients with NDO from 6 years to 17 years of age and weighing greater than 25 kg. This study consisted of a 12-week efficacy phase, in which 84 patients received fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets, followed by a 12-week safety extension phase, in which 103 patients received fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets. Of the 103 patients who received fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets in the safety extension phase, 67 continued fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets from the efficacy phase and 36 switched from an active comparator in the efficacy phase to fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets in the safety extension phase.
Study 4 (N=11) was an 8-week, Phase 2 pharmacokinetic (PK) and safety study in pediatric patients with NDO from 8 years to 17 years of age.
The most commonly reported adverse reactions in pediatric patients with NDO who received fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg or 8 mg in Study 3 (≥2%) were diarrhea, UTI, dry mouth, constipation, abdominal pain, nausea, weight increased and headache.
Table 5 lists the adverse reactions reported at an incidence greater than or equal to 2% in either treatment group in the Study 3 efficacy phase.
†Includes abdominal pain and abdominal pain upper | ||
Preferred term
| Fesoterodine Fumarate Extended-Release Tablets 4 mg
(N=42) % | Fesoterodine Fumarate Extended-Release Tablets 8 mg
(N=42) % |
Diarrhea | 11.9 | 7.1 |
Urinary tract infection | 9.5 | 2.4 |
Dry mouth | 7.1 | 9.5 |
Constipation | 7.1 | 7.1 |
Abdominal pain†
| 7.1 | 4.8 |
Nausea | 4.8 | 2.4 |
Weight increased | 4.8 | 0 |
Headache | 4.8 | 7.1 |
Ophthalmological Adverse Reactions
Ophthalmological adverse reactions, including myopia, accommodation disorder and blurred vision, were reported in 8 of 131 (6.1%) pediatric patients with NDO who received fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg or fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg in Study 3 (both efficacy and safety extension phases) and Study 4. The ophthalmological adverse reactions did not result in discontinuation of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets in any patient.
Increases in Heart Rate
Increases in heart rate were reported in pediatric patients with NDO who received fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg and fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg in Study 3. The mean heart data are described in Table 6.
Study visit
| Mean heart rate in beats per minute1 (mean change from baseline)
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Fesoterodine Fumarate Extended-Release Tablets 4 mg
| Fesoterodine Fumarate Extended-Release Tablets 8 mg
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Baseline
| 88.6 | 84.2 |
Week 4
| 93.8 (+5.2) | 94.0 (+9.8) |
Week 12
| 94.8 (+6.2) | 94.0 (+9.8) |
Week 24
| 90.4 (+1.8) | 90.8 (+6.5) |
1 Heart rate expressed as the mean of the baseline measurement and the mean at each study visit and mean changes from baseline at each study visit by original treatment group in patients with complete follow-up at all study visits.
The proportion of patients with heart rates greater than the 99th percentile for age also increased from baseline in patients who received fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg and fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg in Study 3. These data are described in Table 7.
* Week 12 comprises patients who received fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets for 12 weeks after being originally randomized to fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg and 8 mg and patients originally randomized to active comparator and subsequently transitioned to fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg and 8 mg for 12 weeks. | ||
Study visit
| Proportion of patients with heart rate >99th percentile for age
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Fesoterodine Fumarate Extended-Release Tablets 4 mg
| Fesoterodine Fumarate Extended-Release Tablets 8 mg
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Baseline
| 2.4% | 2.4% |
Week 4
| 8.1% | 12.2% |
Week 12*
| 7.5% | 11.5% |
Week 24
| 3.3% | 2.7% |
Increases from baseline in the proportion of patients with a heart rate greater than the 99th percentile for age were most pronounced in patients less than 12 years of age who received fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg.
Increases in heart rate in patients who received fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg and fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg in Study 3 were not associated with clinical symptoms and did not result in discontinuation of therapy with fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets.
The following adverse reactions have been identified during post-approval use of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure.
Cardiac disorders: Palpitations
Central nervous system disorders: Dizziness, headache, somnolence
Eye disorders: Blurred vision
Gastrointestinal disorders: Hypoaesthesia oral
General disorders and administrative site conditions: Hypersensitivity reactions, including angioedema with airway obstruction, face edema
Psychiatric disorders: Confusional state
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: Urticaria, pruritus
Coadministration of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets with other antimuscarinic agents that produce dry mouth, constipation, urinary retention, and other anticholinergic pharmacological effects may increase the frequency and/or severity of such effects. Anticholinergic agents may potentially alter the absorption of some concomitantly administered drugs due to anticholinergic effects on gastrointestinal motility.
Doses of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets greater than 4 mg are not recommended in adult patients taking strong CYP3A4 inhibitors, such as ketoconazole, itraconazole, and clarithromycin [see Dosage and Administration (2.5)]. The fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets dose in pediatric patients taking strong CYP3A4 inhibitors is recommended to be reduced to 4 mg once daily in patients >35 kg and is not recommended in patients weighing greater than 25 kg and up to 35 kg [see Dosage and Administration (2.5)].
In a study in adults, coadministration of the strong CYP3A4 inhibitor ketoconazole with fesoterodine led to approximately a doubling of the maximum concentration (Cmax) and area under the concentration versus time curve (AUC) of 5-hydroxymethyl tolterodine (5-HMT), the active metabolite of fesoterodine. Compared with CYP2D6 extensive metabolizers not taking ketoconazole, further increases in the exposure to 5-HMT were observed in subjects who were CYP2D6 poor metabolizers taking ketoconazole [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
There is no clinically relevant effect of moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors on the pharmacokinetics of fesoterodine. Following blockade of CYP3A4 by coadministration of the moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor fluconazole 200 mg twice a day for 2 days, the average (90% confidence interval) increase in Cmax and AUC of the active metabolite of fesoterodine was approximately 19% (11% to 28%) and 27% (18% to 36%) respectively. No dosing adjustments are recommended in the presence of moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., erythromycin, fluconazole, diltiazem, verapamil and grapefruit juice).
The effect of weak CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., cimetidine) was not examined; it is not expected to be in excess of the effect of moderate inhibitors [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
No dosing adjustments are recommended in the presence of CYP3A4 inducers, such as rifampin and carbamazepine. Following induction of CYP3A4 by coadministration of rifampin 600 mg once a day, Cmax and AUC of the active metabolite of fesoterodine decreased by approximately 70% and 75%, respectively, after oral administration of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg. The terminal half-life of the active metabolite was not changed.
The interaction with CYP2D6 inhibitors was not tested clinically. In poor metabolizers for CYP2D6, representing a maximum CYP2D6 inhibition, Cmax and AUC of the active metabolite are increased 1.7- and 2-fold, respectively.
No dosing adjustments are recommended in the presence of CYP2D6 inhibitors.
In vitro data indicate that at therapeutic concentrations, the active metabolite of fesoterodine does not have the potential to inhibit or induce Cytochrome P450 enzyme systems [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
In the presence of fesoterodine, there are no clinically significant changes in the plasma concentrations of combined oral contraceptives containing ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
A clinical study has shown that fesoterodine 8 mg once daily has no significant effect on the pharmacokinetics or the anticoagulant activity (PT/INR) of warfarin 25 mg. Standard therapeutic monitoring for warfarin should be continued [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
Risk Summary
There are no available data with the use of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets in pregnant women and adolescents to evaluate for a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. In animal reproduction studies, oral administration of fesoterodine to pregnant mice and rabbits during organogenesis resulted in fetotoxicity at maternal exposures that were 6 and 3 times respectively the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of 8 mg/day, based on AUC (see Data). The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population are unknown. However, 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.
Data
Animal Data
No dose-related teratogenicity was observed in reproduction studies performed in mice and rabbits. In mice at 6 to 27 times the expected exposure at the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of 8 mg based on AUC (75 mg/kg/day, oral), increased resorptions and decreased live fetuses were observed. One fetus with cleft palate was observed at each dose (15, 45, and 75 mg/kg/day), at an incidence within the background historical range. In rabbits treated at 3 to 11 times the MRHD (27 mg/kg/day, oral), incompletely ossified sternebrae (retardation of bone development) and reduced survival were observed in fetuses. In rabbits at 9 to 11 times the MRHD (4.5 mg/kg/day, subcutaneous), maternal toxicity and incompletely ossified sternebrae were observed in fetuses (at an incidence within the background historical range). In rabbits at 3 times the MRHD (1.5 mg/kg/day, subcutaneous), decreased maternal food consumption in the absence of any fetal effects was observed. Oral administration of 30 mg/kg/day fesoterodine to mice in a pre- and post-natal development study resulted in decreased body weight of the dams and delayed ear opening of the pups. No effects were noted on mating and reproduction of the F1 dams or on the F2 offspring.
Risk Summary
There is no information on the presence of fesoterodine in human milk, the effects on the breastfed child, or the effects on milk production. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets or from the underlying maternal condition.
The safety and effectiveness of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets have been established for the treatment of neurogenic detrusor overactivity (NDO) in pediatric patients aged 6 years and older and weighing greater than 25 kg. The information on this use is discussed throughout labeling. Use of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets for treatment of NDO is supported by evidence from a randomized, open-label trial with an initial 12-week efficacy phase followed by a 12-week safety extension phase in pediatric patients from 6 years to 17 years of age (Study 3) [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) and Clinical Studies (14.2)]. Study results demonstrated that treatment with fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg and 8 mg daily resulted in improvements from baseline to Week 12 in maximum cystometric bladder capacity (MCBC) for patients weighing greater than 25 kg [see Clinical Studies (14.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. The most commonly reported adverse reactions in patients who received fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg or 8 mg in Study 3 (≥2%) were diarrhea, UTI, dry mouth, constipation, abdominal pain, nausea, weight increase and headache [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)]. Mean increases from baseline in heart rate were reported with both the 4 mg and 8 mg daily doses of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets, with larger mean increases reported in pediatric patients who received the 8 mg daily dose [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)].
The safety and effectiveness of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets have not been established in pediatric patients younger than 6 years of age or weighing 25 kg or less.
No dose adjustment is recommended for the elderly. The pharmacokinetics of fesoterodine are not significantly influenced by age.
Of the 1,567 patients who received fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg or 8 mg orally once daily in Phase 2 and 3, placebo-controlled, efficacy and safety studies for OAB, 515 (33%) were 65 years of age or older, and 140 (9%) were 75 years of age or older. No overall difference in effectiveness was observed between patients younger than 65 years of age and those 65 years of age or older in these studies. However, the incidence of antimuscarinic adverse reactions, including dry mouth, constipation, dyspepsia, increase in residual urine, dizziness (8 mg only) and urinary tract infection, was higher in patients 75 years of age and older as compared to younger patients [see Clinical Studies (14.1) and Adverse Reactions (6)].
In adult patients with severe renal impairment (CLCR <30 mL/min), Cmax and AUC are increased 2- and 2.3-fold, respectively. Doses of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets greater than 4 mg are not recommended in adult patients with severe renal impairment. In patients with mild or moderate renal impairment (CLCR ranging from 30 to 80 mL/min), Cmax and AUC of the active metabolite are increased up to 1.5- and 1.8-fold, respectively, as compared to healthy subjects. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild or moderate renal impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) and Dosage and Administration (2.2, 2.3)].
The recommended dosage of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets in pediatric patients weighing greater than 25 kg and up to 35 kg with mild-to-moderate renal impairment (eGFR 30 to 89 mL/min/1.73m2) is 4 mg once daily and fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets is not recommend in those with severe renal impairment (eGFR 15 to 29 mL/min/1.73m2). In pediatric patients weighing greater than 35 kg with mild-to-moderate renal impairment (eGFR 30 to 89 mL/min/1.73m2), the recommended starting dosage of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets is 4 mg orally once daily, with increase to the recommended dosage of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg orally once daily, and in those with severe renal impairment (eGFR 15 to 29 mL/min/1.73m2) the recommended dose is 4 mg once daily [see Dosage and Administration (2.2, 2.4)].
Patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh C) have not been studied; therefore fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are not recommended for use in these patients. In patients with moderate (Child-Pugh B) hepatic impairment, Cmax and AUC of the active metabolite are increased 1.4- and 2.1-fold, respectively, as compared to healthy subjects. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild or moderate hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablet contains fesoterodine fumarate. Fesoterodine is rapidly de-esterified to its active metabolite (R)-2-(3-diisopropylamino-1-phenylpropyl)-4-hydroxymethyl-phenol, or 5-hydroxymethyl tolterodine, which is a muscarinic receptor antagonist.
Chemically, fesoterodine fumarate is designated as isobutyric acid 2-((R)-3-diisopropylammonium-1-phenylpropyl)-4-(hydroxymethyl) phenyl ester hydrogen fumarate. The molecular formula is C30H41NO7 and its molecular weight is 527.66. The structural formula is:
The asterisk (*) indicates the chiral carbon.
Fesoterodine fumarate is a white to off-white powder, which is freely soluble in water. Each fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablet contains either 4 mg or 8 mg of fesoterodine fumarate and the following inactive ingredients: FD&C Blue #2/indigo carmine aluminum lake, glyceryl dibehenate, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, lecithin (soya), microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, talc, titanium dioxide, and xylitol.
Fesoterodine is a competitive muscarinic receptor antagonist. After oral administration, fesoterodine is rapidly and extensively hydrolyzed by nonspecific esterases to its active metabolite, 5-hydroxymethyl tolterodine, which is responsible for the antimuscarinic activity of fesoterodine.
Muscarinic receptors play a role in contractions of urinary bladder smooth muscle. Inhibition of these receptors in the bladder is presumed to be the mechanism by which fesoterodine produces its effects.
In a urodynamic study involving patients with involuntary detrusor contractions, the effects after the administration of fesoterodine on the volume at first detrusor contraction and bladder capacity were assessed. Administration of fesoterodine increased the volume at first detrusor contraction and bladder capacity in a dose-dependent manner. These findings are consistent with an antimuscarinic effect on the bladder.
Cardiac Electrophysiology
The effect of fesoterodine 4 mg and 28 mg on the QT interval was evaluated in a double-blind, randomized, placebo- and positive-controlled (moxifloxacin 400 mg once a day) parallel trial with once-daily treatment over a period of 3 days in 261 male and female subjects aged 44 to 65 years. Electrocardiographic parameters were measured over a 24-hour period at pre-dose, after the first administration, and after the third administration of study medication. Fesoterodine 28 mg was chosen because this dose, when administered to CYP2D6 extensive metabolizers, results in an exposure to the active metabolite that is similar to the exposure in a CYP2D6 poor metabolizer receiving fesoterodine 8 mg together with CYP3A4 blockade. Corrected QT intervals (QTc) were calculated using Fridericia’s correction and a linear individual correction method. Analyses of 24-hour average QTc, time-matched baseline-corrected QTc, and time-matched placebo-subtracted QTc intervals indicate that fesoterodine at doses of 4 and 28 mg/day did not prolong the QT interval. The sensitivity of the study was confirmed by positive QTc prolongation by moxifloxacin.
In this study, conducted in subjects aged 44 to 65 years, fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets were associated with an increase in heart rate that correlates with increasing dose. When compared to placebo, the mean increase in heart rate associated with fesoterodine 4 mg/day and fesoterodine 28 mg/day was 3 beats/minute and 11 beats/minute, respectively.
In the two, phase 3, placebo-controlled studies in adult in patients with overactive bladder, the mean increases in heart rate compared to placebo were 3 to 4 beats/minute in the fesoterodine 4 mg/day group and 3 to 5 beats/minute in the fesoterodine 8 mg/day group.
Absorption
After oral administration, fesoterodine is well absorbed. Due to rapid and extensive hydrolysis by nonspecific esterases to its active metabolite 5-hydroxymethyl tolterodine, fesoterodine cannot be detected in plasma. Bioavailability of the active metabolite is 52%. After single or multiple-dose oral administration of fesoterodine in doses from 4 mg to 28 mg, plasma concentrations of the active metabolite are proportional to the dose. Maximum plasma levels are reached after approximately 5 hours. No accumulation occurs after multiple-dose administration.
A Summary of pharmacokinetic parameters for the active metabolite after a single dose of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg and 8 mg in extensive and poor metabolizers of CYP2D6 is provided in Table 8.
EM = extensive CYP2D6 metabolizer, PM = poor CYP2D6 metabolizer, CV = coefficient of variation; Cmax = maximum plasma concentration, AUC0-tz = area under the concentration time curve from zero up to the last measurable plasma concentration, tmax = time to reach Cmax, t½ = terminal half-life aData presented as median (range) |
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Cmax (ng/mL) | 1.89 [43%]
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AUC0-tz (ng*h/mL) | 21.2 [38%] | 40.5 [31%] | 45.3 [32%] | 88.7 [36%] |
tmax (h)a
| 5 [2-6] | 5 [5-6] | 5 [3-6] | 5 [5-6] |
t½ (h) | 7.31 [27%] | 7.31 [30%] | 8.59 [41%] | 7.66 [21%] |
Effect of Food
There is no clinically relevant effect of food on the pharmacokinetics of fesoterodine. In a study of the effects of food on the pharmacokinetics of fesoterodine in 16 healthy male volunteers, concomitant food intake increased the active metabolite of fesoterodine AUC by approximately 19% and Cmax by 18% [see Dosage and Administration (2.1)].
Distribution
Plasma protein binding of the active metabolite is low (approximately 50%) and is primarily bound to albumin and alpha-1-acid glycoprotein. The mean steady-state volume of distribution following intravenous infusion of the active metabolite is 169 L.
Metabolism
After oral administration, fesoterodine is rapidly and extensively hydrolyzed to its active metabolite. The active metabolite is further metabolized in the liver to its carboxy, carboxy-N-desisopropyl, and N-desisopropyl metabolites via two major pathways involving CYP2D6 and CYP3A4. None of these metabolites contribute significantly to the antimuscarinic activity of fesoterodine.
Variability in CYP2D6 Metabolism
A subset of individuals (approximately 7% of Caucasians and approximately 2% of African Americans) are poor metabolizers for CYP2D6. Cmax and AUC of the active metabolite are increased 1.7- and 2-fold, respectively, in CYP2D6 poor metabolizers, as compared to extensive metabolizers.
Excretion
Hepatic metabolism and renal excretion contribute significantly to the elimination of the active metabolite. After oral administration of fesoterodine, approximately 70% of the administered dose was recovered in urine as the active metabolite (16%), carboxy metabolite (34%), carboxy-N-desisopropyl metabolite (18%), or N-desisopropyl metabolite (1%), and a smaller amount (7%) was recovered in feces.
The terminal half-life of the active metabolite is approximately 4 hours following an intravenous administration. The apparent terminal half-life following oral administration is approximately 7 hours.
Pharmacokinetics in Specific Populations
Geriatric Patients
Following a single 8 mg oral dose of fesoterodine, the mean (±SD) AUC and Cmax for the active metabolite 5-hydroxymethyl tolterodine in 12 elderly men (mean age 67 years) were 51.8 ± 26.1 h*ng/mL and 3.8 ± 1.7 ng/mL, respectively. In the same study, the mean (±SD) AUC and Cmax in 12 young men (mean age 30 years) were 52 ± 31.5 h*ng/mL and 4.1 ± 2.1 ng/mL, respectively. The pharmacokinetics of fesoterodine were not significantly influenced by age [see Use in Specific Populations (8.5)].
Pediatric Patients
In pediatric patients, from 6 years to 17 years of age with NDO weighing 35 kg with CYP2D6 extensive metabolizer status receiving fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets, the mean values of apparent oral clearance, volume of distribution and absorption rate constant of 5-HMT are estimated to be approximately 72 L/h, 68 L and 0.09 h-1, respectively. The Tmax and half-life of 5-HMT are estimated to be approximately 2.55 h and 7.73 h, respectively. Like adults, the 5-HMT exposures in CYP2D6 poor metabolizers was estimated to be approximately 2-fold higher compared with extensive metabolizers.
The post-hoc estimates of steady-state exposures of 5-HMT in NDO patients weighing greater than 25 kg following fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg and 8 mg once daily are summarized in Table 9.
CV = coefficient of variation; Cmax,ss = steady-state maximum plasma concentration, AUCtau,ss = steady-state area under the concentration time curve over the 24-hour dosing interval, N = number of patients with PK data | |||
Dosage
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8 mg once daily | 39 | 8.47 (41.6) | 103 (46.2) |
Gender
Following a single 8 mg oral dose of fesoterodine, the mean (±SD) AUC and Cmax for the active metabolite 5-hydroxymethyl tolterodine in 12 elderly men (mean age 67 years) were 51.8 ± 26.1 h*ng/mL and 3.8 ± 1.7 ng/mL, respectively. In the same study, the mean (±SD) AUC and Cmax in 12 elderly women (mean age 68 years) were 56 ± 28.8 h*ng/mL and 4.6 ± 2.3 ng/mL, respectively. The pharmacokinetics of fesoterodine were not significantly influenced by gender.
Race
The effects of Caucasian or Black race on the pharmacokinetics of fesoterodine were examined in a study of 12 Caucasian and 12 Black African young male volunteers. Each subject received a single oral dose of 8 mg fesoterodine. The mean (±SD) AUC and Cmax for the active metabolite 5-hydroxymethyl tolterodine in Caucasian males were 73 ± 27.8 h*ng/mL and 6.1 ± 2.7 ng/mL, respectively. The mean (±SD) AUC and Cmax in Black males were 65.8 ± 23.2 h*ng/mL and 5.5 ± 1.9 ng/mL, respectively. The pharmacokinetics of fesoterodine were not significantly influenced by race.
Renal Impairment
In patients with mild or moderate renal impairment (CLCR ranging from 30 to 80 mL/min), Cmax and AUC of the active metabolite are increased up to 1.5- and 1.8-fold, respectively, as compared to healthy subjects. In patients with severe renal impairment (CLCR <30 mL/min), Cmax and AUC are increased 2- and 2.3-fold, respectively [see Use in Specific Populations (8.6) and Dosage and Administration (2.2, 2.3)].
Hepatic Impairment
In patients with moderate (Child-Pugh B) hepatic impairment, Cmax and AUC of the active metabolite are increased 1.4- and 2.1-fold, respectively, as compared to healthy subjects.
Subjects with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh C) have not been studied [see Use in Specific Populations (8.7)].
Drug-Drug Interactions
Drugs Metabolized by Cytochrome P450
At therapeutic concentrations, the active metabolite of fesoterodine does not inhibit CYP1A2, 2B6, 2C8, 2C9, 2C19, 2D6, 2E1, or 3A4, or induce CYP1A2, 2B6, 2C9, 2C19, or 3A4 in vitro [see Drug Interactions (7.5)].
CYP3A4 Inhibitors
Following blockade of CYP3A4 by coadministration of the strong CYP3A4 inhibitor ketoconazole 200 mg twice a day for 5 days, Cmax and AUC of the active metabolite of fesoterodine increased 2- and 2.3-fold, respectively, after oral administration of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg to CYP2D6 extensive metabolizers. In CYP2D6 poor metabolizers, Cmax and AUC of the active metabolite of fesoterodine increased 2.1- and 2.5-fold, respectively, during coadministration of ketoconazole 200 mg twice a day for 5 days. Cmax and AUC were 4.5-and 5.7-fold higher, respectively, in subjects who were CYP2D6 poor metabolizers and taking ketoconazole compared to subjects who were CYP2D6 extensive metabolizers and not taking ketoconazole. In a separate study coadministering fesoterodine with ketoconazole 200 mg once a day for 5 days, the Cmax and AUC values of the active metabolite of fesoterodine were increased 2.2-fold in CYP2D6 extensive metabolizers and 1.5- and 1.9-fold, respectively, in CYP2D6 poor metabolizers. Cmax and AUC were 3.4- and 4.2-fold higher, respectively, in subjects who were CYP2D6 poor metabolizers and taking ketoconazole compared to subjects who were CYP2D6 extensive metabolizers and not taking ketoconazole.
There is no clinically relevant effect of moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors on the pharmacokinetics of fesoterodine. In a drug-drug interaction study evaluating the coadministration of the moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor fluconazole 200 mg twice a day for 2 days, a single 8 mg dose of fesoterodine was administered 1 hour following the first dose of fluconazole on day 1 of the study. The average (90% confidence interval) for the increase in Cmax and AUC of the active metabolite of fesoterodine was approximately 19% (11% to 28%) and 27% (18% to 36%) respectively.
The effect of weak CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., cimetidine) was not examined; it is not expected to be in excess of the effect of moderate inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Dosage and Administration (2.2, 2.3)].
CYP3A4 Inducers
Following induction of CYP3A4 by coadministration of rifampicin 600 mg once a day, Cmax and AUC of the active metabolite of fesoterodine decreased by approximately 70% and 75%, respectively, after oral administration of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg. The terminal half-life of the active metabolite was not changed.
Induction of CYP3A4 may lead to reduced plasma levels. No dosing adjustments are recommended in the presence of CYP3A4 inducers [see Drug Interactions (7.3)].
CYP2D6 Inhibitors
The interaction with CYP2D6 inhibitors was not studied. In poor metabolizers for CYP2D6, representing a maximum CYP2D6 inhibition, Cmax and AUC of the active metabolite are increased 1.7- and 2-fold, respectively [see Drug Interactions (7.4)].
Oral Contraceptives
Thirty healthy female subjects taking an oral contraceptive containing 0.03 mg ethinyl estradiol and 0.15 mg levonorgestrel were evaluated in a 2-period cross-over study. Each subject was randomized to receive concomitant administration of either placebo or fesoterodine 8 mg once daily on days 1 to 14 of hormone cycle for 2 consecutive cycles. Pharmacokinetics of ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel were assessed on day 13 of each cycle. Fesoterodine increased the AUC and Cmax of ethinyl estradiol by 1 to 3% and decreased the AUC and Cmax of levonorgestrel by 11 to 13% [see Drug Interactions (7.6)].
Warfarin
In a cross-over study in 14 healthy male volunteers (18 to 55 years), a single oral dose of warfarin 25 mg was given either alone or on day 3 of once daily dosing for 9 days with fesoterodine 8 mg. Compared to warfarin alone dosing, the Cmax and AUC of S-warfarin were lower by ~ 4 %, while the Cmax and AUC of R-warfarin were lower by approximately 8 % and 6% for the coadministration, suggesting absence of a significant pharmacokinetic interaction.
There were no statistically significant changes in the measured pharmacodynamic parameters for anticoagulant activity of warfarin (INRmax, AUCINR), with only a small decrease noted in INRmax of ~ 3 % with the co-administration relative to warfarin alone. INR versus time profiles across individual subjects in the study suggested some differences following co-administration with fesoterodine, although there was no definite trend with regard to the changes noted [see Drug Interactions (7.7)].
Carcinogenicity
No evidence of drug-related carcinogenicity was found in 24-month studies with oral administration to mice and rats. The highest tolerated doses in mice (females 45 to 60 mg/kg/day, males 30 to 45 mg/kg/day) correspond to 11 to 19 times (females) and 4 to 9 times (males) the estimated human AUC values reached with fesoterodine 8 mg, which is the Maximum Recommended Human Dose (MRHD). In rats, the highest tolerated dose (45 to 60 mg/kg/day) corresponds to 3 to 8 times (females) and 3 to 14 times (males) the estimated human AUC at the MRHD.
Mutagenesis
Fesoterodine was not mutagenic or genotoxic in vitro (Ames tests, chromosome aberration tests) or in vivo (mouse micronucleus test).
Impairment of Fertility
Fesoterodine had no effect on male reproductive function or fertility at doses up to 45 mg/kg/day in mice. At 45 mg/kg/day, a lower number of corpora lutea, implantation sites and viable fetuses was observed in female mice administered fesoterodine for 2-weeks prior to mating and continuing through day 7 of gestation. The maternal No-Observed-Effect Level (NOEL) and the NOEL for effects on reproduction and early embryonic development were both 15 mg/kg/day. At the NOEL, the systemic exposure, based on AUC, was 0.6 to 1.5 times higher in mice than in humans at the MRHD, whereas based on peak plasma concentrations, the exposure in mice was 5 to 9 times higher.
The efficacy of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets was evaluated in two, Phase 3, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, 12-week studies for the treatment of overactive bladder with symptoms of urge urinary incontinence, urgency, and urinary frequency. Entry criteria required that patients have symptoms of overactive bladder for ≥6-months duration, at least 8 micturitions per day, and at least 6 urinary urgency episodes or 3 urge incontinence episodes per 3-day diary period. Patients were randomized to a fixed dose of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 or 8 mg/day or placebo. In one of these studies, 290 patients were randomized to an active control arm (an oral antimuscarinic agent). For the combined studies, a total of 554 patients received placebo, 554 patients received fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg/day, and 566 patients received fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg/day. The majority of patients were Caucasian (91%) and female (79%) with a mean age of 58 years (range 19 to 91 years).
The primary efficacy endpoints were the mean change in the number of urge urinary incontinence episodes per 24 hours and the mean change in the number of micturitions (frequency) per 24 hours. An important secondary endpoint was the mean change in the voided volume per micturition.
Results for the primary endpoints and for mean change in voided volume per micturition from the two 12-week clinical studies of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are reported in Table 10.
Table 10: Mean Baseline and Change From Baseline to Week 12 for Urge Urinary Incontinence Episodes, Number of Micturitions, and Volume Voided per Micturition
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N=266 | Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets
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Number of urge incontinence episodes per 24 hoursa
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Baseline | 3.7 | 3.8 | 3.7 | 3.7 | 3.9 | 3.9 |
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Change from baseline | -1.2 | -2.06 | -2.27 | -1 | -1.77 | -2.42 |
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p-value vs. placebo | - | 0.001 | <0.001 | - | <0.003 | <0.001 |
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Baseline | 12 | 11.6 | 11.9 | 12.2 | 12.9 | 12 |
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Change from baseline | -1.02 | -1.74 | -1.94 | -1.02 | -1.86 | -1.94 |
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p-value vs. placebo | - | <0.001 | <0.001 | - | 0.032 | <0.001 |
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Baseline | 150 | 160 | 154 | 159 | 152 | 156 |
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Change from baseline | 10 | 27 | 33 | 8 | 17 | 33 |
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p-value vs. placebo | - | <0.001 | <0.001 | - | 0.15 | <0.001 |
vs. = versus
a Only those patients who were urge incontinent at baseline were included for the analysis of number of urge incontinence episodes per 24 hours: In Study 1, the number of these patients was 211, 199, and 223 in the placebo, fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg/day and fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg/day groups, respectively. In Study 2, the number of these patients was 205, 228, and 218, respectively.
Figures 1 to 4: The following figures show change from baseline over time in number of micturitions and urge urinary incontinence episodes per 24 h in the two studies.
A reduction in number of urge urinary incontinence episodes per 24 hours was observed for both doses as compared to placebo as early as two weeks after starting fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets therapy.
The efficacy of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets was evaluated in Study 3 (NCT01557244), a Phase 3, randomized, open-label study consisting of a 12-week efficacy phase followed by a 12-week safety extension phase in pediatric patients from 6 years to 17 years of age. Two cohorts were studied. Cohort 1 (patients weighing greater than 25 kg) received a fixed dose of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg or fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg orally once daily, or once daily. In the safety extension phase, patients randomized to the active comparator were switched to fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg or fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg once daily. For study inclusion, patients were required to have stable neurological disease and clinically or urodynamically-demonstrated NDO. Cohort 2 patients weighing less than 25 kg received an investigational fesoterodine formulation.
During the 12-week efficacy phase, 124 patients (69 males and 55 females) were randomized to receive fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg (N=42), fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg (N=42), or active comparator (N=40) orally once daily. The majority of patients were Caucasian (52%) or Asian (44%) with a mean age of 11 years (range 6 years to 17 years) and a mean weight of 42.8 kg (range 25.1 to 96.0 kg).
Primary Endpoint
The primary efficacy endpoint was the mean change from baseline in maximum cystometric bladder capacity (MCBC) at Week 12.
Treatment with fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg or 8 mg daily resulted in improvements from baseline to Week 12 in the primary efficacy endpoint, MCBC, for pediatric patients, with numerically higher changes from baseline for fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg daily than for fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg daily.
Results for the primary endpoint MCBC are reported in Table 11.
CI = confidence interval Baseline is defined as the last available measurement prior to the start of treatment. N is the number of patients who took at least one dose and provided a valid value for MCBC at baseline. † Least squares mean change and 95% CI are based on an analysis of covariance model with terms for treatment group, baseline maximum cystometric bladder capacity and baseline weight. Last observation carried forward/baseline observation carried forward was used for imputing missing values at Week 12. |
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N | 41 | 41 |
Baseline | 195.1 | 173.3 |
Change from baseline (95% CI)†
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Secondary Endpoints
Results for other urodynamic secondary efficacy endpoints and selected secondary efficacy endpoints derived from patient urinary diaries are reported in Tables 12 and 13, respectively.
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Detrusor pressure at maximum bladder capacity (cmH2O)
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N | 40 | 41 |
Baseline | 26.5 | 27.2 |
Change from Baseline (95% CI)†
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n (%) | 9 (22.0) | 18 (43.9) |
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Baseline | 88.6 | 88.5 |
Change from Baseline (95% CI)†
| 30.5 (2.4, 58.6) | 26.1 (2.2, 49.9) |
Bladder compliance (mL/cmH20)
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Baseline | 13.8 | 10.1 |
Change from Baseline (95% CI)†
| 6.4 (-0.5, 13.3) | 5.4 (-1.5, 12.3) |
CI = confidence interval; IDC = involuntary detrusor contractions
Baseline is defined as the last available measurement prior to the start of treatment.
N is the number of patients who took at least one dose and provided valid endpoint data at baseline.
† Least squares mean change and 95% CI are based on an analysis of covariance model with terms for treatment group, baseline (for the endpoint being analyzed) and baseline weight. Last observation carried forward/baseline observation carried forward was used for imputing missing values at Week 12.
CI = confidence interval Baseline is defined as the last available measurement prior to the start of treatment. N is the number of patients who took at least one dose and provided valid endpoint data at baseline. § Only patients with >0 incontinence episodes at baseline are included. † Least squares mean change and 95% CI are based on an analysis of covariance model with terms for treatment group, baseline (for the endpoint being analyzed) and baseline weight. Last observation carried forward/baseline observation carried forward was used for imputing missing values at Week 12. |
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N | 33 | 33 |
Baseline | 2.8 | 2.7 |
Change from Baseline (95% CI)†
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Baseline | 222.5 | 164.7 |
Change from Baseline (95% CI)†
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Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg are light blue, oval, biconvex, film coated tablets debossed with “K46” on one side and plain on other side. They are supplied as follows:
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Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg are blue, oval, biconvex, film coated tablets debossed with “K47” on one side and plain on other side. They are supplied as follows:
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Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Protect from moisture.
Advise the patient to read the FDA-Approved Patient Labeling (Patient Information).
Angioedema
Inform patients and/or their caregivers that fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets may cause angioedema, which could result in life-threatening airway obstruction. Advise patients and/or their caregivers to promptly discontinue fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets and seek immediate medical attention if they experience edema of the lips, tongue or laryngopharynx, or difficulty breathing.
Antimuscarinic Effects
Inform patients that fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets, like other antimuscarinic agents, may produce clinically significant adverse effects related to antimuscarinic pharmacological activity including constipation and urinary retention. Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets, like other antimuscarinics, may be associated with blurred vision, therefore, patients should be advised to exercise caution in decisions to engage in potentially dangerous activities until the drug’s effects on the patient have been determined. Heat prostration (due to decreased sweating) can occur when fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets, like other antimuscarinic drugs, is used in a hot environment.
Alcohol
Patients should also be informed that alcohol may enhance the drowsiness caused by fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets, like other anticholinergic agents.
Patient Information Fesoterodine Fumarate (fes″ oh ter′ oh deen fue′ ma rate) Extended-Release Tablets, for oral use |
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