SUNOSI

Clinical summary

Indications and usage 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE SUNOSI is indicated to improve wakefulness in adult patients with excessive daytime sleepiness associated with narcolepsy or obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )] . Limitations of Use SUNOSI is not indicated to treat the underlying airway obstruction in OSA. Ensure that the underlying airway obstruction is treated (e.g., with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)) for at least one month prior to initiating SUNOSI for excessive daytime sleepiness. Modalities to treat the underlying airway obstruction should be continued during treatment with SUNOSI. SUNOSI is not a substitute for these modalities. SUNOSI is a dopamine and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (DNRI) indicated to improve wakefulness in adult patients with excessive daytime sleepiness associated with narcolepsy or obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). ( 1 ) Limitations of Use SUNOSI is not indicated to treat the underlying airway obstruction in OSA. Ensure that the underlying airway obstruction is treated (e.g., with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)) for at least one month prior to initiating SUNOSI for excessive daytime sleepiness. Modalities to treat the underlying airway obstruction should be continued during treatment with SUNOSI. SUNOSI is not a substitute for these modalities. ( 1 ) Dosage and administration 2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Administer once daily upon awakening. Avoid administration within 9 hours of planned bedtime because of the potential to interfere with sleep. ( 2.2 ) Starting dose for patients with narcolepsy: 75 mg once daily. ( 2.3 ) Starting dose for patients with OSA: 37.5 mg once daily. ( 2.4 ) Dose may be increased at intervals of at least 3 days. ( 2.3 , 2.4 ) Maximum dose is 150 mg once daily. ( 2.3 , 2.4 ) Renal impairment ( 2.5 , 8.6 , 12.3 ): Moderate impairment: Starting dose is 37.5 mg once daily. May increase to 75 mg once daily after at least 7 days. Severe impairment: Starting dose and maximum dose is 37.5 mg once daily. End stage renal disease (ESRD): Not recommended. 2.1 Important Considerations Prior to Initiating Treatment Prior to initiating treatment with SUNOSI, ensure blood pressure is adequately controlled [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . 2.2 General Administration Instructions Administer SUNOSI orally upon awakening with or without food. Avoid taking SUNOSI within 9 hours of planned bedtime because of the potential to interfere with sleep if taken too late in the day. SUNOSI 75 mg tablets are functionally scored tablets that can be split in half (37.5 mg) at the score line. 2.3 Dosage in Narcolepsy Initiate SUNOSI at 75 mg once daily in adults with narcolepsy. The recommended dose range for SUNOSI is 75 mg to 150 mg once daily. Based on efficacy and tolerability, the dosage of SUNOSI may be doubled at intervals of at least 3 days. The maximum recommended dose is 150 mg once daily. Dosages above 150 mg daily do not confer increased effectiveness sufficient to outweigh dose-related adverse reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . 2.4 Dosage in OSA Initiate SUNOSI at 37.5 mg once daily in adults with OSA. The recommended dosage range for SUNOSI is 37.5 mg to 150 mg once daily. Based on efficacy and tolerability, the dosage of SUNOSI may be doubled at intervals of at least 3 days. The maximum recommended dosage is 150 mg once daily. Dosages above 150 mg daily do not confer increased effectiveness sufficient to outweigh dose-related adverse reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . 2.5 Dosage Recommendations in Patients with Renal Impairment Moderate renal impairment (eGFR 30-59 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ) : Initiate dosing at 37.5 mg once daily. Based on efficacy and tolerability, dose may be increased to a maximum of 75 mg once daily after at least 7 days [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.6 ), Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . Severe renal impairment (eGFR 15-29 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ) : Administer 37.5 mg once daily. The maximum recommended daily dose is 37.5 mg [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.6 ), Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . End Stage Renal Disease (eGFR <15 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ) : SUNOSI is not recommended for use in patients with ESRD [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.6 ), Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . Warnings and cautions 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Increases : Measure heart rate and blood pressure prior to initiating and periodically throughout treatment. Control hypertension before and during therapy. Avoid use in patients with unstable cardiovascular disease, serious heart arrhythmias, or other serious heart problems. ( 5.1 ) Psychiatric Symptoms : Use caution in treating patients with a history of psychosis or bipolar disorders. Consider dose reduction or discontinuation of SUNOSI if psychiatric symptoms develop. ( 5.2 ) 5.1 Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Increases SUNOSI increases systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure, and heart rate in a dose-depe