Država: Združene države Amerike
Jezik: angleščina
Source: NLM (National Library of Medicine)
TOPIRAMATE (UNII: 0H73WJJ391) (TOPIRAMATE - UNII:0H73WJJ391)
NuCare Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
TOPIRAMATE
TOPIRAMATE 25 mg
ORAL
PRESCRIPTION DRUG
Topiramate tablets, USP are indicated as initial monotherapy in patients 2 years of age and older with partial onset or primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures. Safety and effectiveness in patients who were converted to monotherapy from a previous regimen of other anticonvulsant drugs have not been established in controlled trials [see Clinical Studies ( 14.1)] . Topiramate tablets, USP are indicated as adjunctive therapy for adults and pediatric patients ages 2 to 16 years with partial onset seizures or primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures, and in patients 2 years of age and older with seizures associated with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome [see Clinical Studies ( 14.2)] . Additional pediatric use information for patients ages 12 to 17 years is approved for Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.’s TOPAMAX (topiramate) Tablets and Sprinkle Capsules. However, due to Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.’s marketing exclusivity rights,
Topiramate tablets, USP are available as debossed, film-coated, circular tablets in the following strengths and colors: 25 mg white (coded S on one side; 707 on the other) They are supplied as follows: 25 mg tablets Bottles of 30 NDC 68071-3012-3 Bottles of 60 NDC 68071-3012-6 Bottles of 90 NDC 68071-3012-9 Store topiramate tablets at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Protect from moisture. Dispense in a tight container.
Abbreviated New Drug Application
TOPIRAMATE- TOPIRAMATE TABLET, FILM COATED NuCare Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ---------- MEDICATION GUIDE Topiramate Tablets, USP (toe-PEER-uh-mate) Read this Medication Guide before you start taking topiramate tablets and each time you get a refill. There may be new information. This information does not take the place of talking to your healthcare provider about your medical condition or treatment. If you have any questions about topiramate tablets, talk to your healthcare provider or pharmacist. What is the most important information I should know about topiramate tablets? Topiramate tablets may cause eye problems. Serious eye problems include: • any sudden decrease in vision with or without eye pain and redness, • a blockage of fluid in the eye causing increased pressure in the eye (secondary angle closure glaucoma). • These eye problems can lead to permanent loss of vision if not treated. • You should call your healthcare provider right away if you have any new eye symptoms, including any new problems with your vision. Topiramate tablets may cause decreased sweating and increased body temperature (fever). People, especially children, should be watched for signs of decreased sweating and fever, especially in hot temperatures. Some people may need to be hospitalized for this condition. Call your healthcare provider right away if you have a high fever, a fever that does not go away, or decreased sweating. Topiramate tablets can increase the level of acid in your blood (metabolic acidosis). If left untreated, metabolic acidosis can cause brittle or soft bones (osteoporosis, osteomalacia, osteopenia), kidney stones, can slow the rate of growth in children, and may possibly harm your baby if you are pregnant. Metabolic acidosis can happen with or without symptoms. Sometimes people with metabolic acidosis will: • feel tired • not feel hungry (loss of appetite) • feel changes in heartbeat • have trouble thinking clearly Your healthcare provider should do a blood test to measure the level of acid in your bl Preberite celoten dokument
TOPIRAMATE- TOPIRAMATE TABLET, FILM COATED NUCARE PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. ---------- HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION THESE HIGHLIGHTS DO NOT INCLUDE ALL THE INFORMATION NEEDED TO USE TOPIRAMATE TABLETS SAFELY AND EFFECTIVELY. SEE FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION FOR TOPIRAMATE TABLETS. TOPIRAMATE TABLETS, FOR ORAL USE INITIAL U.S. APPROVAL: 1996 RECENT MAJOR CHANGES Warnings and Precautions, Visual Field Defects ( 5.2) 01/2014 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Topiramate is indicated for: Monotherapy epilepsy: Initial monotherapy in patients ≥ 2 years of age with partial onset or primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures ( 1.1) Adjunctive therapy epilepsy: Adjunctive therapy for adults and pediatric patients (2 to 16 years of age) with partial onset seizures or primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures, and in patients ≥2 years of age with seizures associated with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS) ( 1.2) DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION, Epilepsy: Monotherapy and Adjunctive Therapy Use for additional details ( 2.1) INITIAL DOSE TITRATION RECOMMENDED DOSE Epilepsy monotherapy: children 2 to <10 years ( 2.1) 25 mg/day administered nightly for the first week The dosage should be titrated over 5 to 7 weeks Daily doses in two divided doses based on weight (Table 2) Epilepsy monotherapy: adults and pediatric patients ≥10 years ( 2.1) 50 mg/day in two divided doses The dosage should be increased weekly by increments of 50 mg for the first 4 weeks then 100 mg for weeks 5 to 6. 400 mg/day in two divided doses Epilepsy adjunctive therapy: adults with partial onset seizures or LGS ( 2.1) 25 to 50 mg/day The dosage should be increased weekly to an effective dose by increments of 25 to 50 mg. 200 to 400 mg/day in two divided doses Epilepsy adjunctive therapy: adults with primary generalized tonic clonic seizures ( 2.1) 25 to 50 mg/day The dosage should be increased weekly to an effective dose by increments of 25 to 50 mg. 400 mg/day in two divided doses Epilepsy adjunctive therapy: pediatric patients with partial Preberite celoten dokument