VOXZOGO 0.4mg
VOSORITIDE
Indications and usage 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE VOXZOGO is indicated to increase linear growth in pediatric patients with achondroplasia with open epiphyses.
This indication is approved under accelerated approval based on an improvement in annualized growth velocity [see Clinical Studies (14) ] .
Structured Monograph
Clinical summary
Indications and usage 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE VOXZOGO is indicated to increase linear growth in pediatric patients with achondroplasia with open epiphyses. This indication is approved under accelerated approval based on an improvement in annualized growth velocity [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . Continued approval for this indication may be contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in confirmatory trial(s). VOXZOGO is a C type natriuretic peptide (CNP) analog indicated to increase linear growth in pediatric patients with achondroplasia with open epiphyses. This indication is approved under accelerated approval based on an improvement in annualized growth velocity. Continued approval for this indication may be contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in confirmatory trial(s). ( 1 ) Dosage and administration 2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Ensure adequate food and fluid intake prior to administration. ( 2.1 ) Recommended dosage is based on patient's actual body weight. Administer VOXZOGO subcutaneously once daily. ( 2.2 ) Reconstitute prior to use. Injection volume is based on both patient's weight and concentration of reconstituted VOXZOGO. ( 2.2 ) Monitor growth and adjust dosage according to actual body weight. Permanently discontinue upon closure of epiphyses. ( 2.3 ) See full prescribing information for reconstitution, dilution, and administration instructions. ( 2.4 ) 2.1 Important Instructions Prior to Administration of VOXZOGO To reduce the risk of low blood pressure and its associated signs and symptoms, instruct the caregiver and patient that the patient should [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] : Have adequate food intake prior to VOXZOGO administration. Drink approximately 240 to 300 mL of fluid in the hour prior to VOXZOGO administration. 2.2 Recommended Dosage and Administration The recommended dosage of VOXZOGO is based on the patient's actual body weight (see Table 1 ). VOXZOGO is administered by subcutaneous injection once daily [see Dosage and Administration (2.4) ] . Inject VOXZOGO at approximately the same time each day, if possible. The volume of VOXZOGO to be administered (injection volume) is based on the patient's actual body weight and the concentration of reconstituted VOXZOGO (0.8 mg/mL or 2 mg/mL) (see Table 1 ). VOXZOGO must be reconstituted prior to use [see Dosage and Administration (2.4) ] . Table 1: Recommended VOXZOGO Daily Dosage and Injection Volume Actual Body Weight Intermediate body weights that fall within these weight bands should be rounded to the nearest whole number. Dose Injection Volume Vial Strength for Reconstitution The concentration of vosoritide in reconstituted 0.4 mg vial and 0.56 mg vial is 0.8 mg/mL. The concentration of vosoritide in reconstituted 1.2 mg vial is 2 mg/mL. 3 kg 0.096 mg 0.12 mL 0.4 mg 4 kg 0.12 mg 0.15 mL 0.4 mg 5 kg 0.16 mg 0.2 mL 0.4 mg 6 to 7 kg 0.2 mg 0.25 mL 0.4 mg 8 to 11 kg 0.24 mg 0.3 mL 0.4 mg 12 to 16 kg 0.28 mg 0.35 mL 0.56 mg 17 to 21 kg 0.32 mg 0.4 mL 0.56 mg 22 to 32 kg 0.4 mg 0.5 mL 0.56 mg 33 to 43 kg 0.5 mg 0.25 mL 1.2 mg 44 to 59 kg 0.6 mg 0.3 mL 1.2 mg 60 to 89 kg 0.7 mg 0.35 mL 1.2 mg ≥ 90 kg 0.8 mg 0.4 mL 1.2 mg Missed dose If a dose of VOXZOGO is missed, it can be administered within 12 hours of the scheduled time of administration. Beyond 12 hours, skip the missed dose and administer the next daily dose according to the usual dosing schedule. 2.3 Growth Monitoring Monitor and assess patient body weight, growth, and physical development regularly every 3 to 6 months. Adjust the dosage according to the patient's actual body weight [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) ] . Permanently discontinue VOXZOGO upon confirmation of no further growth potential, indicated by closure of epiphyses. 2.4 Preparation and Administration Reconstitute VOXZOGO before administration using the provided diluent syringe containing Sterile Water for Injection, USP (see Reconstitution Instructions below). Caregivers may inject VOXZOGO subcutaneously after proper training by a healthcare professional on the preparation and administration of VOXZOGO [see Instructions for Use ]. Reconstitution Instructions Select the correct VOXZOGO vial strength (co-packaged with prefilled syringe with Sterile Water for Injection diluent) based on the patient's actual body weight [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) ] . Remove VOXZOGO vial and prefilled diluent syringe from the refrigerator and allow the vial and prefilled diluent syringe to reach room temperature before reconstituting VOXZOGO. Attach the diluent needle provided with ancillary supplies to the diluent prefilled syringe. Inject the entire diluent prefilled syringe volume into the vial (see Table 2 ). Gently swirl the diluent in the vial until the white powder is completely dissolved. Do not shake. Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration whenever solution and container permit.
Monitoring
- • 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Risk of Low Blood Pressure : Transient decreases in blood pressure have been reported.
- • Instruct patients to be well-hydrated and have adequate food intake prior to administration of VOXZOGO ( 5.1 ) 5.1 Risk of Low Blood Pressure Transient decreases in blood pressure were observed in clinical studies of VOXZOGO.
- • Subjects with significant cardiac or vascular disease and patients on anti-hypertensive medicinal products were excluded from participation in VOXZOGO clinical trials.
- • To reduce the risk of a decrease in blood pressure and associated symptoms (dizziness, fatigue and/or nausea), instruct patients to be well hydrated and have adequate food intake prior to administration of VOXZOGO [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) and Adverse Reactions (6.1) ].
Interaction Notes
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