DAXXIFY
BOTULINUM TOXIN TYPE A
Indications and usage 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE DAXXIFY is an acetylcholine release inhibitor and neuromuscular-blocking agent indicated for: Temporary improvement in the appearance of moderate to severe glabellar lines associated with corrugator and/ or procerus muscle activity in adult patients. ( 1.1 ) The treatment of cervical dystonia in adult patients. ( 1.2 ) 1.1 Glabellar Lines DAXXIFY is indicated for the temporary improvement in the appearance of moderate to severe glabellar lines associated with corrugator and/or procerus muscle activity in adult patients. 1.2 Cervical Dystonia DAXXIFY is indicated for the treatment of cervical dystonia in adult patients.
Dosage and administration 2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Glabellar Lines : the recommended dose is 0.1 mL (8 Units) by intramuscular injection into each of five sites, for a total dose of 40 Units. ( 2.2 ) Cervical Dystonia : the recommended dose is 125 Units to 250 Units given intramuscularly as a divided dose among affected muscles. ( 2.3 ) 2.1 Important Administration Instructions The potency units of DAXXIFY for injection are specific to the preparation and test method utilized.
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Clinical summary
Indications and usage 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE DAXXIFY is an acetylcholine release inhibitor and neuromuscular-blocking agent indicated for: Temporary improvement in the appearance of moderate to severe glabellar lines associated with corrugator and/ or procerus muscle activity in adult patients. ( 1.1 ) The treatment of cervical dystonia in adult patients. ( 1.2 ) 1.1 Glabellar Lines DAXXIFY is indicated for the temporary improvement in the appearance of moderate to severe glabellar lines associated with corrugator and/or procerus muscle activity in adult patients. 1.2 Cervical Dystonia DAXXIFY is indicated for the treatment of cervical dystonia in adult patients. Dosage and administration 2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Glabellar Lines : the recommended dose is 0.1 mL (8 Units) by intramuscular injection into each of five sites, for a total dose of 40 Units. ( 2.2 ) Cervical Dystonia : the recommended dose is 125 Units to 250 Units given intramuscularly as a divided dose among affected muscles. ( 2.3 ) 2.1 Important Administration Instructions The potency units of DAXXIFY for injection are specific to the preparation and test method utilized. They are not interchangeable with other preparations of botulinum toxin products, and, therefore, units of biological activity of DAXXIFY cannot be compared to, or converted into, units of any other botulinum toxin products assessed with any other specific test method [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) and Description (11) ]. The safe and effective use of DAXXIFY depends upon proper storage of the product, selection of the correct dose, and proper reconstitution and administration techniques. DAXXIFY should be administered no more frequently than every three months for any indication. Consideration of the cumulative dose is necessary when treating adult patients with DAXXIFY. Physicians should be aware of whether patients are receiving treatment with other botulinum toxin products for other indications. Reconstituted DAXXIFY is intended for intramuscular injection only. After reconstitution, only use each DAXXIFY vial for only one injection session and for only one patient. Discard any remaining solution in vial immediately after administration. Reconstitution instructions are provided specifically for the 50 Unit and the 100 Unit vials (Table 1; Table 2). 2.2 Recommended Dosage and Administration for Glabellar Lines Recommended Dosage for Glabellar Lines The total recommended dose is 40 Units per treatment session divided into five equal intramuscular injections of 8 Units each (two injections in each corrugator muscle and one injection in the procerus muscle). Administration for Glabellar Lines Glabellar lines arise from the contraction of the corrugator and procerus muscles. These can be identified by palpation of the glabellar muscle mass while having the patient frown maximally. Contraction of the corrugator muscles compresses the skin, creating a vertical line or lines surrounded by ridges of tensed muscle. Because the exact location, size, and activity of the muscles can vary markedly among individuals, physicians administering DAXXIFY must understand the relevant anatomy of the area involved and any alterations to the anatomy due to prior surgical procedures and diseases [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] . After assessment, the location of the corrugator muscle injection sites may need to be adjusted based on individual facial anatomy and the pattern of muscle contraction. The upper eyelid margin position should be carefully examined for separation or weakness of the levator palpebrae superioris muscle. Evaluate the range of upper eyelid excursion while manually immobilizing the frontalis to assess degree of levator function and frontalis compensation. In order to reduce the complication of ptosis, the following steps should be taken: Avoid injection near the levator palpebrae superioris, particularly in patients with larger brow depressor complexes. Ensure the injected volume/dose is accurate and administer in a steady, controlled manner. Do not inject DAXXIFY less than 1 centimeter above the superior orbital rim. To inject DAXXIFY, clean the exposed portion of the stopper with an alcohol swab and aseptically withdraw at least 0.5 mL of the reconstituted solution from the vial into a sterile syringe. Replace the needle used to withdraw the product with a 30- to 33-gauge sterile needle for injection. Expel any air bubbles prior to administration. Advance the needle through the skin into the underlying muscle while applying finger pressure on the superior medial orbital rim. Inject a dose of 8 Units (0.1 mL) into each of the 5 injection sites: 2 injections into medial corrugator and lateral corrugator muscles respectively, and 1 injection in the procerus muscle (Figure 1). FIGURE 1: INJECTION SITES FOR GLABELLAR LINES FIGURE 1 2.3 Recommended Dosage for Cervical Dystonia The recommended dose of DAXXIFY for the treatment of cervical dystonia ranges from 125 Un
Boxed Warning
WARNING: DISTANT SPREAD OF TOXIN EFFECT The effects of all botulinum toxin products, including DAXXIFY, may spread from the area of injection to produce symptoms consistent with botulinum toxin effects. These symptoms have been reported hours to weeks after injection. Swallowing and breathing difficulties can be life-threatening, and there have been reports of death. The risk of symptoms is probably greatest in children treated for spasticity, an unapproved use for DAXXIFY, but symptoms can also occur in adults, particularly in those patients who have an underlying condition that would predispose them to these symptoms [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. WARNING: DISTANT SPREAD OF TOXIN EFFECT See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. The effects of DAXXIFY and all botulinum toxin products may spread from the area of injection to produce symptoms consistent with botulinum toxin effects. These symptoms have been reported hours to weeks after injection. Swallowing and breathing difficulties can be life-threatening, and there have been reports of death. The risk of symptoms is probably greatest in children treated for spasticity, an unapproved use for DAXXIFY, but symptoms can also occur in adults, particularly in those patients who have an underlying condition that would predispose them to these symptoms. ( 5.1 )
Monitoring
- • 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS The potency units of DAXXIFY are not interchangeable with other preparations of other botulinum toxin products.
- • ( 5.2 , 11) Spread of toxin effects, swallowing and breathing difficulties can lead to death.
- • Seek immediate medical attention if respiratory, speech, or swallowing difficulties occur.
- • ( 5.1 ) Adverse event reports have been received involving the cardiovascular system with botulinum toxin products, some with fatal outcomes.
Interaction Notes
- • 7 DRUG INTERACTIONS No formal drug interaction studies have been conducted with DAXXIFY.
- • However, the potential for certain drugs to potentiate the effects of DAXXIFY warrants consideration given the potential risks involved and should be used with caution.
- • Aminoglycosides or other agents interfering with neuromuscular transmission Anticholinergic drugs Botulinum neurotoxin products Muscle relaxants Aminoglycoside antibiotics, anticholinergic agents, or any other agents that interfere with neuromuscular transmission may potentiate the effect of DAXXIFY; co-administer only with caution and close observation.
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