LAMPIT

Clinical summary

Indications and usage 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE LAMPIT is indicated in pediatric patients (birth to less than 18 years of age and weighing at least 2.5 kg) for the treatment of Chagas disease (American Trypanosomiasis) caused by Trypanosoma cruzi [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )]. LAMPIT is a nitrofuran antiprotozoal, indicated in pediatric patients (birth to less than 18 years of age and weighing at least 2.5 kg) for the treatment of Chagas disease (American Trypanosomiasis), caused by Trypanosoma cruzi . ( 1 ) Dosage and administration 2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION • LAMPIT tablets must be taken with food ( 2.1 ) Dosage of LAMPIT in Pediatric Patients (birth a to less than 18 years of age) (2.2) Body Weight Group Total Daily Dose of nifurtimox (mg/kg) 41 kg or greater 8 to 10 Less than 41 kg 10 to 20 a Term newborn with body weight greater than or equal to 2.5 kg • Administer LAMPIT tablets orally, three times daily with food for 60 days. ( 2.2 ) • Obtain a pregnancy test in females of reproductive potential prior to initiating treatment with LAMPIT ( 2.3 , 8.3 ) . • See Full Prescribing Information for additional important administration instructions. ( 2.1 , 2.2 , 2.4, 2.5 ) 2.1 Important Administration Instructions • LAMPIT (30 mg and 120 mg) tablets are for oral use and must be taken with food. • LAMPIT tablets are dosed by body weight of the patient [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.2 )] . • LAMPIT (30 mg and 120 mg) tablets are functionally scored tablets which can be split into one-half (15 mg and 60 mg respectively) at the scored lines by hand. Do not break LAMPIT tablets mechanically with a tablet splitting device [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 ) and Instructions for Use] . • LAMPIT 30 mg and 120 mg tablets can be made into a slurry as an alternative method of administration for patients who cannot swallow the tablets [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.5 )] . • Discontinue consumption of alcohol during treatment with LAMPIT [see Contraindications ( 4 ) and Drug Interactions ( 7 )] . • Complete the full course of treatment to prevent recurrence of the infection. • If a dose is missed, take the missed dose as soon as possible together with food. However, if it is within 3 hours of the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and continue treatment as prescribed. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. 2.2 Recommended Dosage in Pediatric Patients • Administer LAMPIT (30 mg and 120 mg) tablets orally three times a day with food. • Total daily recommended dosages of LAMPIT are based on the body weight of the patient (see Table 1 ). • Adjust LAMPIT dosage accordingly if body weight decreases during treatment [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )]. • The recommended duration of treatment with LAMPIT is 60 days. Table 1: Total Daily Recommended Dosages of LAMPIT Based on Body Weight Age Body weight group Total daily dose of nifurtimox (mg/kg) Birth a to less than 18 years 41 kg or greater 8 to 10 Less than 41 kg 10 to 20 a Term newborn with body weight of greater than or equal to 2.5 kg Table 2: Individual Dosages Based on Body Weight in Pediatric Patients (Birth a to Less than 18 years of age) Body weight (kg) Dose (mg) Number of LAMPIT 30 mg tablets per dose (3 x Daily) Number of LAMPIT 120 mg tablets per dose (3 x Daily) 2.5 kg to 4.5 kg 15 mg ½ tablet — 4.6 kg to less than 9 kg 30 mg 1 tablet — 9 kg to less than 13 kg 45 mg 1 ½ tablets — 13 kg to less than 18 kg 60 mg 2 tablets ½ tablet 18 kg to less than 22 kg 75 mg 2 ½ tablets — 22 kg to less than 27 kg 90 mg 3 tablets — 27 kg to less than 35 kg 120 mg 4 tablets 1 tablet 35 kg to less than 41 kg 180 mg — 1 ½ tablets 41 kg to less than 51 kg 120 mg — 1 tablet 51 kg to less than 71 kg 180 mg — 1 ½ tablets 71 kg to less than 91 kg 240 mg — 2 tablets 91 kg or greater 300 mg — 2 ½ tablets a Term newborn with body weight of greater than or equal to 2.5 kg 2.3 Pregnancy Testing Prior to Initiating LAMPIT Obtain a pregnancy test in females of reproductive potential prior to initiating treatment with LAMPIT [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) and Use in Specific Populations ( 8.3 )]. 2.4 Instructions for Splitting LAMPIT Tablets Do not break LAMPIT tablets mechanically with a tablet splitting device. A functional score line is used to divide the tablet by hand as follows: • To split LAMPIT tablet, place the tablet on a flat surface with the score line facing up. • With the tablet resting on the flat surface, apply enough downward pressure with the index finger centered on the top of the tablet to break it along the score line. 2.5 Preparation of a Slurry of LAMPIT as an Alternate Method of Administration For patients who are unable to swallow whole or half tablets, LAMPIT tablet can be dispersed in water and administered as outlined below. • Place approximately 2.5 mL of water into a spoon. • Place the prescribed dose into the water. • Allow the tablet(s) to disintegrate (typically less than 30 seconds). • A slurry (liquid suspension) is