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Ferumoxytol

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Marketing start date: 23 Dec 2024

Summary of product characteristics


Adverse Reactions

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: • Serious Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] • Hypotension [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] • Iron Overload [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] • Magnetic Resonance (MR) Imaging Test Interference [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] The most common adverse reactions (≥ 2%) are diarrhea, headache, nausea, dizziness, hypotension, constipation, and peripheral edema. (6.1) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS with ferumoxytol injection, contact Sandoz Inc., at 1-800-525-8747, or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. In clinical studies, 3,968 subjects were exposed to ferumoxytol. Of these subjects 31% were male and the median age was 54 years (range of 18 to 96 years). The data described below reflect exposure to ferumoxytol in 997 patients exposed to a 1.02 g course of ferumoxytol administered as two 510 mg intravenous (IV) doses: 992 subjects (99.5%) received at least 1 complete dose of ferumoxytol and 946 subjects (94.9%) received 2 complete doses. The mean cumulative IV Iron exposure was 993.80 ±119.085 mg. The safety of ferumoxytol was studied in a randomized, multicenter, double-blind clinical trial in patients with IDA (IDA Trial 3), [see Clinical Studies (14.1)]. In this trial, patients were randomized to two intravenous infusions of 510 mg (1.02 g) of ferumoxytol (n=997), or two intravenous infusions of 750 mg (1.500 g) of ferric carboxymaltose (FCM) (n=1000). Both intravenous irons were infused over a period of at least 15 minutes. Most patients received their second infusion of ferumoxytol and FCM 7(+1) days after Dose 1. The mean (SD) age of the study population (N=1997) was 55.2 (17.16) years. The majority of patients were female (76.1%), white (71.4%) and non-Hispanic (81.8%). The mean (SD) hemoglobin at baseline for all patients was 10.4 (1.5) g/dl. Serious adverse events were reported in 3.6% (71/1997) of ferumoxytol-and FCM-treated patients. The most common (≥2 subjects) serious AEs reported in ferumoxytol-treated patients were syncope, gastroenteritis, seizure, pneumonia, hemorrhagic anemia, and acute kidney injury. In FCM-treated patients the most common (≥2 subjects) serious AEs were syncope, cardiac failure congestive, angina pectoris, and atrial fibrillation. Adverse reactions related to ferumoxytol and reported by ≥ 1% of ferumoxytol-treated patients in IDA Trial 3 are listed in Table 1 . Table 1: Adverse Reactions to Ferumoxytol Reported in ≥1% of IDA Patients in IDA Trial 3 Adverse Reactions Ferumoxytol 2 x 510 mg (N = 997) % Ferric Carboxymaltose 2 x 750 mg (N = 1000) % Headache 3.4 3.1 Nausea 1.8 3.4 Dizziness 1.5 1.6 Fatigue 1.5 1.2 Diarrhea 1 0.8 Back Pain 1 0.4 In IDA Trial 3, adverse reactions leading to treatment discontinuation and occurring in ≥ 2 ferumoxytol-treated patients included arthralgia (0.3%), dyspnea (0.3%), flushing (0.2%), chest discomfort (0.2%), chest pain (0.2%), nausea (0.2%), back pain (0.2%), dizziness (0.2%) and headache (0.2%). Across two clinical trials in patients with IDA (IDA Trial 1 and 2), [see Clinical Studies ( 14.1 )], patients were randomized to: two injections (rapid intravenous injection -prior method of administration no longer approved) of 510 mg of ferumoxytol (n=1,014), placebo (n=200), or five injections/infusions of 200 mg of iron sucrose (n=199). Most patients received their second ferumoxytol injection 3 to 8 days after the first injection. Adverse reactions related to ferumoxytol and reported by ≥ 1% of ferumoxytol-treated patients in these trials were similar to those seen in Trial 3. In Trials 1 and 2, adverse reactions leading to treatment discontinuation and occurring in ≥ 2 ferumoxytol-treated patients included hypersensitivity (0.6%), hypotension (0.3%), and rash (0.2%). In addition, a total of 634 subjects enrolled in and completed participation in a Phase 3 open label extension study. Of these, 337 subjects met IDA treatment criteria and received ferumoxytol. Adverse reactions following this repeat ferumoxytol dosing were generally similar in type and frequency to those observed after the first two intravenous injections. Across three randomized clinical trials in patients with IDA and CKD (CKD Trials 1, 2, and 3), [see Clinical Studies ( 14.2 )], a total of 605 patients were exposed to two injections of 510 mg of ferumoxytol and a total of 280 patients were exposed to 200 mg/day of oral iron for 21 days. Most patients received their second ferumoxytol injection 3 to 8 days after the first injection. Adverse reactions related to ferumoxytol and reported by ≥ 1% of ferumoxytol-treated patients in the CKD randomized clinical trials are listed in Table 2 . Diarrhea (4%), constipation (2.1%) and hypertension (1%) have also been reported in ferumoxytol-treated patients. Table 2: Adverse Reactions to Ferumoxytol Reported in ≥1% of Patients with IDA and CKD Trials 1, 2 and 3 Adverse Reactions Ferumoxytol 2 x 510 mg (n = 605) % Oral Iron (n = 280) % Nausea 3.1 7.5 Dizziness 2.6 1.8 Hypotension 2.5 0.4 Peripheral Edema 2 3.2 Headache 1.8 2.1 Edema 1.5 1.4 Vomiting 1.5 5 Abdominal Pain 1.3 1.4 Chest Pain 1.3 0.7 Cough 1.3 1.4 Pruritus 1.2 0.4 Pyrexia 1 0.7 Back Pain 1 0 Muscle Spasms 1 1.4 Dyspnea 1 1.1 Rash 1 0.4 In these clinical trials in patients with IDA and CKD, adverse reactions leading to treatment discontinuation and occurring in ≥ 2 ferumoxytol-treated patients included hypotension (0.4%), chest pain (0.3%), and dizziness (0.3%). Following completion of the controlled phase of the trials, 69 patients received two additional 510 mg intravenous injections of ferumoxytol (for a total cumulative dose of 2.04 g). Adverse reactions following this repeat ferumoxytol dosing were similar in character and frequency to those observed following the first two intravenous injections. 6.2 Postmarketing Experience Because adverse reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. The following serious adverse reactions have been reported from the post-marketing experience with ferumoxytol: fatal, life-threatening, and serious anaphylactic-type reactions, acute myocardial ischemia with or without myocardial infarction or with in-stent thrombosis in the context of a hypersensitivity reaction, cardiac/cardiorespiratory arrest, clinically significant hypotension, syncope, unresponsiveness, loss of consciousness, tachycardia/rhythm abnormalities, angioedema, ischemic myocardial events, congestive heart failure, pulse absent, and cyanosis. These adverse reactions have usually occurred within 30 minutes after the administration of ferumoxytol. Reactions have occurred following the first dose or subsequent doses of ferumoxytol.

Contraindications

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Ferumoxytol is contraindicated in patients with: • Known hypersensitivity to ferumoxytol or any of its components [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . • History of allergic reaction to any intravenous iron product [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . • Known hypersensitivity to ferumoxytol or any of its components. ( 4 ) • History of allergic reaction to any intravenous iron product. ( 4 )

Description

11 DESCRIPTION Ferumoxytol is an iron replacement product containing ferumoxytol for intravenous infusion. Ferumoxytol is a non-stoichiometric magnetite (superparamagnetic iron oxide) coated with polyglucose sorbitol carboxymethylether. The overall colloidal particle size is 17 to 31 nm in diameter. The chemical formula of ferumoxytol is Fe 5874 O 8752 -C 11719 H 18682 O 9933 Na 414 with an apparent molecular weight of 750 kDa. Ferumoxytol injection is a sterile aqueous colloidal product that is formulated with mannitol. It is a reddish brown liquid, and is provided in single-dose vials containing 510 mg of elemental iron. Each mL of the sterile colloidal solution of ferumoxytol injection contains 30 mg of elemental iron and 44 mg of mannitol, and 30 mg polyglucose sorbitol carboxymethylether. The formulation is isotonic with an osmolality of 270 to 330 mOsm/kg. The product contains no preservatives, and has a pH of 6 to 8.

Dosage And Administration

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The recommended dose of ferumoxytol injection is an initial 510 mg dose followed by a second 510 mg dose 3 to 8 days later. Administer ferumoxytol as an intravenous infusion in 50 to 200 mL 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP or 5% Dextrose Injection, USP over at least 15 minutes. Administer while the patient is in a reclined or semi-reclined position. Ferumoxytol injection does not contain antimicrobial preservatives. Discard unused portion. Ferumoxytol injection, when added to intravenous infusion bags containing either 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP (normal saline), or 5% Dextrose Injection, USP, at concentrations of 2 to 8 mg elemental iron per mL, should be used immediately but may be stored at controlled room temperature (25°C ± 2°C) for up to 4 hours or refrigerated (2 to 8° C) for up to 48 hours The dosage is expressed in terms of mg of elemental iron, with each mL of ferumoxytol containing 30 mg of elemental iron. Evaluate the hematologic response (hemoglobin, ferritin, iron and transferrin saturation) at least one month following the second ferumoxytol infusion. The recommended ferumoxytol injection dose may be readministered to patients with persistent or recurrent iron deficiency anemia. For patients receiving hemodialysis, administer ferumoxytol once the blood pressure is stable and the patient has completed at least one hour of hemodialysis. Monitor for signs and symptoms of hypotension following each ferumoxytol infusion. Allow at least 30 minutes between administration of ferumoxytol and administration of other medications that could potentially cause serious hypersensitivity reactions and/or hypotension, such as chemotherapeutic agents or monoclonal antibodies. Inspect parenteral drug products visually for the absence of particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration. • The recommended dose of ferumoxytol is an initial 510 mg dose followed by a second 510 mg dose 3 to 8 days later. ( 2 ) • Administer ferumoxytol as an intravenous infusion in 50 to 200 mL 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP or 5% Dextrose Injection, USP over at least 15 minutes. ( 2 )

Indications And Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Ferumoxytol is indicated for the treatment of iron deficiency anemia (IDA) in adult patients: • who have intolerance to oral iron or have had unsatisfactory response to oral iron or • who have chronic kidney disease (CKD). Ferumoxytol is an iron replacement product indicated for the treatment of iron deficiency anemia (IDA) in adult patients: • who have intolerance to oral iron or have had unsatisfactory response to oral iron ( 1 ) or • who have chronic kidney disease (CKD). ( 1 )

Overdosage

10 OVERDOSAGE Limited data are available regarding overdosage of ferumoxytol in humans. Excessive dosages of ferumoxytol may lead to accumulation of iron in storage sites potentially leading to hemosiderosis. Do not administer ferumoxytol to patients with iron overload [Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )]. Ferumoxytol is not removed by hemodialysis .

Adverse Reactions Table

Table 1: Adverse Reactions to Ferumoxytol Reported in ≥1% of IDA Patients in IDA Trial 3

Adverse Reactions

Ferumoxytol 2 x 510 mg (N = 997)

%

Ferric Carboxymaltose 2 x 750 mg (N = 1000)

%

Headache

3.4

3.1

Nausea

1.8

3.4

Dizziness

1.5

1.6

Fatigue

1.5

1.2

Diarrhea

1

0.8

Back Pain

1

0.4

Drug Interactions

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Drug-drug interaction studies with ferumoxytol were not conducted. Ferumoxytol may reduce the absorption of concomitantly administered oral iron preparations.

Clinical Pharmacology

12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY 12.1 Mechanism of Action Ferumoxytol consists of a superparamagnetic iron oxide that is coated with a carbohydrate shell, which helps to isolate the bioactive iron from plasma components until the iron-carbohydrate complex enters the reticuloendothelial system macrophages of the liver, spleen and bone marrow. The iron is released from the iron-carbohydrate complex within vesicles in the macrophages. Iron then either enters the intracellular storage iron pool (e.g., ferritin) or is transferred to plasma transferrin for transport to erythroid precursor cells for incorporation into hemoglobin. 12.2 Pharmacodynamics Cardiac Electrophysiology In a randomized, positive- and placebo-controlled, parallel-group study, healthy subjects received a supratherapeutic regimen of ferumoxytol (1.02 g given as two 510 mg doses within 24 hours), placebo or a single dose of 400 mg moxifloxacin (positive control). Results demonstrated no effect of ferumoxytol on QT interval durations. No clinically meaningful effect of ferumoxytol on heart rate was observed. 12.3 Pharmacokinetics The pharmacokinetic (PK) behavior of ferumoxytol has been examined in healthy subjects and in patients with CKD stage 5D on hemodialysis. Ferumoxytol exhibited dose-dependent, capacity-limited elimination from plasma with a half-life of approximately 15 hours in humans. The clearance (CL) was decreased by increasing the dose of ferumoxytol. Volume of distribution (Vd) was consistent with plasma volume, and the mean maximum observed plasma concentration (C max ) and terminal half-life (t 1/2 ) values increased with dose. The estimated values of CL and Vd following two 510 mg doses of ferumoxytol administered intravenously within 24 hours were 69.1 mL/hr and 3.16 L, respectively. The C max and time of maximum concentration (t max ) were 206 mcg/mL and 0.32 hr, respectively. Rate of infusion had no influence on ferumoxytol PK parameters. No gender differences in ferumoxytol PK parameters were observed. Ferumoxytol is not removed by hemodialysis.

Mechanism Of Action

12.1 Mechanism of Action Ferumoxytol consists of a superparamagnetic iron oxide that is coated with a carbohydrate shell, which helps to isolate the bioactive iron from plasma components until the iron-carbohydrate complex enters the reticuloendothelial system macrophages of the liver, spleen and bone marrow. The iron is released from the iron-carbohydrate complex within vesicles in the macrophages. Iron then either enters the intracellular storage iron pool (e.g., ferritin) or is transferred to plasma transferrin for transport to erythroid precursor cells for incorporation into hemoglobin.

Pharmacodynamics

12.2 Pharmacodynamics Cardiac Electrophysiology In a randomized, positive- and placebo-controlled, parallel-group study, healthy subjects received a supratherapeutic regimen of ferumoxytol (1.02 g given as two 510 mg doses within 24 hours), placebo or a single dose of 400 mg moxifloxacin (positive control). Results demonstrated no effect of ferumoxytol on QT interval durations. No clinically meaningful effect of ferumoxytol on heart rate was observed.

Pharmacokinetics

12.3 Pharmacokinetics The pharmacokinetic (PK) behavior of ferumoxytol has been examined in healthy subjects and in patients with CKD stage 5D on hemodialysis. Ferumoxytol exhibited dose-dependent, capacity-limited elimination from plasma with a half-life of approximately 15 hours in humans. The clearance (CL) was decreased by increasing the dose of ferumoxytol. Volume of distribution (Vd) was consistent with plasma volume, and the mean maximum observed plasma concentration (C max ) and terminal half-life (t 1/2 ) values increased with dose. The estimated values of CL and Vd following two 510 mg doses of ferumoxytol administered intravenously within 24 hours were 69.1 mL/hr and 3.16 L, respectively. The C max and time of maximum concentration (t max ) were 206 mcg/mL and 0.32 hr, respectively. Rate of infusion had no influence on ferumoxytol PK parameters. No gender differences in ferumoxytol PK parameters were observed. Ferumoxytol is not removed by hemodialysis.

Effective Time

20220627

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5

Dosage Forms And Strengths

3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Ferumoxytol Injection is available in single-dose vials. Each vial contains 510 mg of elemental iron in 17 mL (30 mg per mL). Injection: 510 mg iron per 17 mL (30 mg per mL) in single-dose vials. ( 3 )

Spl Product Data Elements

Ferumoxytol ferumoxytol FERUMOXYTOL NON-STOICHIOMETRIC MAGNETITE FERUMOXYTOL NON-STOICHIOMETRIC MAGNETITE MANNITOL

Carcinogenesis And Mutagenesis And Impairment Of Fertility

13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility Ferumoxytol was not tested for carcinogenic effects. In standard genotoxicity tests, ferumoxytol showed no evidence of mutagenic activity in an in vitro Ames test or clastogenic activity in either an in vitro chromosomal aberration assay or an in vivo micronucleus assay. No adverse effects on fertility or general reproductive performance were noted in animal studies. Ferumoxytol had no effect on male or female fertility or general reproductive function in rats. In a pre and postnatal development study in rats, intravenous administration of ferumoxytol from gestation day 6 until lactation day 20 at doses up to 60 mg/kg/day (approximately 3 times the daily human dose based on body surface area comparisons assuming a 60-kg person) had no effect on maternal delivery or numbers of liveborn offspring. Male offspring (F1) of pregnant rats (F0) administered ferumoxytol at a dose of 60 mg/kg/day had delayed sexual maturation and decreased reproductive competence. Female offspring (F1) of pregnant rats (F0) administered ferumoxytol at doses of 30 mg/kg/day or 60 mg/kg/day had delayed sexual maturation and decreased reproductive competence. Doses of 30 mg/kg/day and 60 mg/kg/day are approximately 2 and 3 times the daily human dose based on body surface area comparisons assuming a 60-kg person, respectively.

Nonclinical Toxicology

13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY 13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility Ferumoxytol was not tested for carcinogenic effects. In standard genotoxicity tests, ferumoxytol showed no evidence of mutagenic activity in an in vitro Ames test or clastogenic activity in either an in vitro chromosomal aberration assay or an in vivo micronucleus assay. No adverse effects on fertility or general reproductive performance were noted in animal studies. Ferumoxytol had no effect on male or female fertility or general reproductive function in rats. In a pre and postnatal development study in rats, intravenous administration of ferumoxytol from gestation day 6 until lactation day 20 at doses up to 60 mg/kg/day (approximately 3 times the daily human dose based on body surface area comparisons assuming a 60-kg person) had no effect on maternal delivery or numbers of liveborn offspring. Male offspring (F1) of pregnant rats (F0) administered ferumoxytol at a dose of 60 mg/kg/day had delayed sexual maturation and decreased reproductive competence. Female offspring (F1) of pregnant rats (F0) administered ferumoxytol at doses of 30 mg/kg/day or 60 mg/kg/day had delayed sexual maturation and decreased reproductive competence. Doses of 30 mg/kg/day and 60 mg/kg/day are approximately 2 and 3 times the daily human dose based on body surface area comparisons assuming a 60-kg person, respectively.

Application Number

ANDA206604

Brand Name

Ferumoxytol

Generic Name

ferumoxytol

Product Ndc

0781-3154

Product Type

HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG

Route

INTRAVENOUS

Package Label Principal Display Panel

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL NDC 0781-3154-01 Ferumoxytol Injection 510 mg elemental iron Per 17 mL (30 mg/mL) For Intravenous Use only Single-Dose Vial - Discard Unused Portion Rx only SANDOZ Label

Information For Patients

17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Patient Information) Prior History of Allergies to Parenteral Iron Products Question patients regarding any prior history of allergies to parenteral iron products [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )]. Hypersensitivity Reactions Advise patients to immediately report any symptoms of hypersensitivity that may develop during and following ferumoxytol administration, such as rash, itching, dizziness, light-headedness, swelling, and breathing problems [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )]. Manufactured in Slovenia by Lek Pharmaceuticals d.d for Sandoz Inc., Princeton, NJ 08540

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rash
  • itching
  • dizziness or lightheadedness
  • swelling of the tongue or throat
  • wheezing or trouble breathing

    See “What are the possible side effects of ferumoxytol injection?” for more information about side effects.

    PATIENT INFORMATION

    Ferumoxytol Injection

    (FER-ue-MOX-i-tol)

    What is the most important information I should know about ferumoxytol injection?

    Ferumoxytol injection may cause serious side effects including:

  • Serious allergic reactions that can lead to death. Serious allergic reactions have happened in people after receiving the first dose of ferumoxytol injection or after receiving additional doses in people who did not previously have an allergic reaction. If you have a history of allergies to many different medicines, you may have an increased risk of serious allergic reactions to ferumoxytol injection. Tell your healthcare provider or get medical help right away if you get any of these signs or symptoms:
  • What is ferumoxytol injection?

    Ferumoxytol injection is a prescription medicine used to treat iron deficiency anemia in adults who have:

  • intolerance to oral iron or who have not responded well to treatment with oral iron or
  • chronic kidney disease (CKD).
  • It is not known if ferumoxytol injection is safe and effective in children less than 18 years of age.

    Who should not receive ferumoxytol injection?

    Do not receive ferumoxytol injection if you:

  • are allergic to ferumoxytol injection or any of the ingredients in ferumoxytol injection. See the end of this leaflet for a complete list of ingredients in ferumoxytol injection.
  • have had an allergic reaction to any iron medicine given into your vein by intravenous (IV) infusion.
  • Before receiving ferumoxytol injection, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:

  • have allergies to many different medicines.
  • have iron overload
  • have low blood pressure (hypotension).
  • are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if ferumoxytol injection will harm your unborn baby.
  • are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if ferumoxytol passes into your breast milk. You and your healthcare provider should decide if you will receive ferumoxytol injection or breastfeed.
  • Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

    How will I receive ferumoxytol injection?

  • Ferumoxytol injection will be given to you into your vein by intravenous (IV) infusion over at least 15 minutes by your healthcare provider. You will receive ferumoxytol injection in 2 doses 3 to 8 days apart.
  • Your healthcare provider will watch you during and for at least 30 minutes after you receive ferumoxytol injection.
  • What are the possible side effects of ferumoxytol injection?

    Ferumoxytol injection can cause serious side effects, including:

  • See “What is the most important information I should know about ferumoxytol injection?”
  • Low blood pressure (hypotension) is a common side effect of ferumoxytol injection and can sometimes be serious. Your healthcare provider will check you for signs and symptoms of hypotension after each ferumoxytol infusion.
  • Iron overload. Your healthcare provider will do blood tests to check your iron levels during treatment with ferumoxytol injection.
  • The most common side effects of ferumoxytol injection include: diarrhea, headache, nausea, dizziness, constipation, and swelling of your legs, feet, arms, or hands.

    These are not all of the possible side effects of ferumoxytol injection.

    Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

    General information about the safe and effective use of ferumoxytol injection.

    Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Patient Information leaflet. If you would like more information, talk to your healthcare provider. You can ask your pharmacist or healthcare provider for information about ferumoxytol injection that is written for health professionals.

    What are the ingredients in ferumoxytol injection?

    Active ingredient: ferumoxytol

    Inactive ingredient: mannitol

    Manufactured in Slovenia by

    Lek Pharmaceuticals d.d for

    Sandoz Inc., Princeton, NJ 08540

    For more information, call 1-800-525-8747.

    Clinical Studies

    14 CLINICAL STUDIES 14.1 Iron Deficiency Anemia in Patients Who Are Intolerant to Oral Iron or Have Had Unsatisfactory Response to Oral Iron IDA-301 Trial (referred to as IDA Trial 1) (NCT 01114139), IDA-302 Trial (referred to as IDA Trial 2) (NCT 01114204) and IDA-304 Trial (referred to as IDA Trial 3) (NCT 02694978) The safety and efficacy of ferumoxytol in patients with iron deficiency anemia, regardless of etiology and a history of unsatisfactory oral iron therapy or in whom oral iron could not be used, were assessed in two randomized, controlled clinical trials (IDA Trial 1 and 2) with ferumoxytol administered as a rapid intravenous injection (prior method of administration no longer approved). In IDA Trial 1, patients were randomized to treatment with ferumoxytol or placebo. In IDA Trial 2, patients were randomized to treatment with ferumoxytol or iron sucrose. Ferumoxytol (510 mg) and placebo were administered as two intravenous single dose injections over 3-8 days, and iron sucrose (200 mg) was administered as 5 intravenous injections or infusions over a period of 14 days. In IDA Trial 1, the mean age of patients was 45 years (range, 18 to 91); 89% were female; 56% were Caucasian, 25% were Black, 16% were Asian, and 3% were other races. In IDA Trial 2, the mean age of patients was 48 years (range, 18 to 89); 83% were female; 84% were Caucasian, 11% were Asian, 1% were Black, and 4% were other races. Table 3 shows changes from baseline to Week 5 in hemoglobin and transferrin saturation in IDA Trial 1 and 2. Table 3: Changes from Baseline to Week 5 in Hemoglobin (Hgb) and Transferrin Saturation in IDA Trial 1 and 2 (Intent to Treat Population) ENDPOINT IDA Trial 1 IDA Trial 2 Ferumoxytol N = 608 Placebo N = 200 Ferumoxytol N = 406 Iron Sucrose N = 199 Baseline Hgb mean (SD), g/dL 8.9 (0.9) 8.8 (0.9) 8.9 (0.9) 8.8 (1.0) Proportion of patients with Hgb Increase of ≥2 g/dL at any time from Baseline to Week 5, % 81.1 5.5 84 81.4 Treatment Difference (%, 95% CI) 75.6 p≤0.001 for main efficacy endpoint (71.2, 80) 2.6 (-3.9, 9.1) Mean change in Hgb from Baseline to Week 5 mean (SD), g/dL 2.6 (1.5) 0.1 (0.9) 2.9 (1.6) 2.7 (1.3) Proportion of patients with Hgb ≥12 g/dL at any time from Baseline to Week 5, % 50.5 3 66.7 48.2 Baseline TSAT mean (SD) , % 7 (12.9) 5.4 (4.9) 6.1 (9.9) 5.5 (10.3) Mean change in TSAT from Baseline to Week 5 mean (SD), % 11.4 (15.1) 0.4 (5.8) 15.7 (16.8) 11.9 (14.4) In IDA Trial 1, fatigue-related symptoms and impacts were assessed using a patient reported outcome instrument, FACIT-Fatigue (score range from 0 to 52 with higher scores indicating less fatigue). After 5 weeks, ferumoxytol-treated patients reported greater improvement from baseline in the fatigue score (+11.7 ± 11.73 points) than did patients in the placebo arm (+6.8 ± 9.51 points) with a treatment difference of 4.9 (95% CI: 3.08-6.71) points. The safety of ferumoxytol in IDA patients with a history of unsatisfactory oral iron therapy or in whom oral iron could not be used was also assessed in another randomized, multicenter, double-blind safety clinical trial (IDA Trial 3). Patients were randomized in a 1:1 ratio to either two infusions of 510 mg (1.020 g) of ferumoxytol (n=997) or two infusions of 750 mg (1.500 g) of ferric carboxymaltose (FCM) (n=1000). Both IV irons were infused over a period of at least 15 minutes. Most patients received their second infusion of ferumoxytol or FCM 7(+1) days after the first infusion. This study included patients with any etiology of IDA including CKD excluding dialysis-dependent CKD. In IDA Trial 3, the mean age of patients was 55 years (range, 18 to 96); 76% were female; 71% were Caucasian, 24% were Black, 3% were Asian, and 2% were other races. The study met the primary endpoint to demonstrate non-inferiority to FCM with respect to the percentage of patients who experienced moderate-to-severe hypersensitivity reactions (including anaphylaxis) or moderate-to-severe hypotension (ferumoxytol: 0.6%; FCM: 0.7%; treatment difference: -0.1%; exact 95% confidence interval: -0.91% to +0.70%). Table 4 shows the mean increase from baseline to week 5 in hemoglobin (Hgb) per treatment (ferumoxytol 2 x 510 mg; FCM 2 x 750 mg) and per gram of iron administered (ferumoxytol 1.020 g; FCM 1.500 g) in IDA Trial 3. Table 4: Summary of Hemoglobin (Hgb) Changes per Treatment and per Gram of Iron Administered From Baseline to Week 5 (Intent to Treat Population) in IDA Trial 3 ENDPOINT Ferumoxytol 2 x 510mg N = 997 Ferric Carboxymaltose (FCM) 2 x 750mg N = 1000 Baseline Hgb mean (SD); g/dL 10.42 (1.48) 10.39 (1.46) Mean change in Hgb from Baseline to Week 5 per Gram of Iron Administered mean (SD); g/dL 1.35 (1.35) 1.10 (1.05) Treatment Difference Per Gram of Iron Adjusted for difference in baseline Hgb (%, 95% CI) 0.26 (0.17, 0.36) Mean change in Hgb from Baseline to Week 5 mean (SD); g/dL 1.38 (1.35) 1.63 (1.54) Treatment Difference (%, 95% CI) -0.24 (-0.35, -0.13) In IDA Trial 3, the incidence of severe hypophosphatemia (defined by blood phosphorous of <0.6 mmol/L at week 2) in the patients receiving ferumoxytol (0.4% of patients) was less than those receiving FCM (38.7% of patients). 14.2 Iron Deficiency Anemia in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease Trial 62745-7 (referred to as CKD Trial 1) (NCT 00255437), Trial 62745-6 (referred to as CKD Trial 2) (NCT 00255424), and Trial 62745-5 (referred to as CKD Trial 3) (NCT 00233597). The safety and efficacy of ferumoxytol for the episodic treatment of iron deficiency anemia in patients with CKD were assessed in three randomized, open-label, controlled clinical trials (CKD Trial 1, 2 and 3) where ferumoxytol was administered as a rapid intravenous injection (prior method of administration - no longer approved). These trials also included an uncontrolled, follow-up phase in which patients with persistent iron deficiency anemia could receive two additional 510 mg intravenous injections of ferumoxytol. The major efficacy results from the controlled phase of each study are shown in Table 5. In all three trials, patients with CKD and iron deficiency anemia were randomized to treatment with ferumoxytol or oral iron. Ferumoxytol was administered as two 510 mg undiluted intravenous injections and oral iron (ferrous fumarate) was administered as a total daily dose of 200 mg elemental iron daily for 21 days. The major trial outcomes assessed the change in hemoglobin from baseline to Day 35. CKD Trial 1 and 2 enrolled patients with non-dialysis dependent CKD and CKD Trial 3 enrolled patients who were undergoing hemodialysis. In CKD Trial 1, the mean age of patients was 66 years (range, 23 to 95); 60% were female; 65% were Caucasian, 32% were Black, and 2% were other races. In the ferumoxytol and oral iron groups, 42% and 44% of patients, respectively, were receiving erythropoiesis stimulating agents (ESAs) at baseline. In CKD Trial 2, the mean age of patients was 65 years (range, 31 to 96); 61% were female; 58% were Caucasian, 35% were Black, and 7% were other races. In the ferumoxytol and oral iron groups, 36% and 43% of patients, respectively, were receiving ESAs at baseline. In CKD Trial 3, the mean age of patients was 60 years (range, 24 to 87); 43% were female; 34% were Caucasian, 59% were Black, and 7% were other races. All patients were receiving ESAs. Table 5 shows the Baseline and mean change to Day 35 in hemoglobin (Hgb, g/dL), transferrin saturation (TSAT, %) and ferritin (ng/mL) in each treatment group for Trial 1, 2, and 3. Table 5: Changes from Baseline to Day 35 in Hemoglobin (Hgb), Transferrin Saturation and Ferritin (Intent to Treat Population) in CKD Trials 1, 2 and 3 ENDPOINT CKD Trial 1 Non-Dialysis CKD Trial 2 Non-Dialysis CKD Trial 3 Dialysis Ferumoxytol N = 226 Oral Iron N = 77 Ferumoxytol N = 228 Oral Iron N = 76 Ferumoxytol N = 114 Oral Iron N = 116 Baseline Hgb mean (SD), g/dL 9.9 (0.8) 9.9 (0.7) 10 (0.7) 10 (0.8) 10.6 (0.7) 10.7(0.6) Hgb change from Baseline at Day 35 mean (SD), g/dL 1.2 p≤0.001 for main efficacy endpoint (1.3) 0.5 (1.0) 0.8 (1.2) 0.2 (1) 1 (1.1) 0.5 (1.1) Baseline TSAT mean (SD), % 9.8 (5.4) 10.4 (5.2) 11.3 (6.1) 10.1 (5.5) 15.7(7.2) 15.9 (6.3) TSAT change from Baseline at Day 35 mean (SD), % 9.2 (9.4) 0.3 (4.7) 9.8 (9.2) 1.3 (6.4) 6.4 (12.6) 0.6 (8.3) Baseline ferritin mean (SD), ng/mL 123.7 (125.4) 146.2 (136.3) 146.1 (173.6) 143.5 (144.9) 340.5 (159.1) 357.6 (171.7) Ferritin change from Baseline at Day 35 mean (SD), ng/mL 300.7 (214.9) 0.3 (82) 381.7 (278.6) 6.9 (60.1) 233.9 (207) -59.2 (106.2) Following completion of the controlled phase of each of the Phase 3 trials, patients who were iron deficient and anemic could receive two additional 510 mg intravenous injections of ferumoxytol for a total cumulative dose of 2.04 g. Overall, 69 patients received two additional 510 mg intravenous injections of ferumoxytol, and on Day 35 following these additional injections, the majority of these patients (70%) experienced an increase in hemoglobin and iron parameters (TSAT and ferritin). The mean change (±SD) in hemoglobin level from the retreatment baseline for patients with an increase in hemoglobin was 0.86 (± 0.68) g/dL and was 0.5 (± 0.8) g/dL for all patients. In a randomized, controlled clinical trial of 162 IDA patients with CKD (92 Non-Dialysis and 70 on Dialysis), mean change in hemoglobin from Baseline to Week 5 was 0.71 ±1.03 g/dL for ferumoxytol-treated patients and 0.61 ±0.97 g/dL for iron sucrose-treated patients.

    Clinical Studies Table

    ENDPOINT

    IDA Trial 1

    IDA Trial 2

    Ferumoxytol N = 608

    Placebo N = 200

    Ferumoxytol N = 406

    Iron Sucrose N = 199

    Baseline Hgb mean (SD), g/dL

    8.9 (0.9)

    8.8 (0.9)

    8.9 (0.9)

    8.8 (1.0)

    Proportion of patients with Hgb Increase of ≥2 g/dL at any time from Baseline to Week 5, %

    81.1

    5.5

    84

    81.4

    Treatment Difference (%, 95% CI)

    75.6p≤0.001 for main efficacy endpoint (71.2, 80)

    2.6 (-3.9, 9.1)

    Mean change in Hgb from Baseline to Week 5 mean (SD), g/dL

    2.6 (1.5)

    0.1 (0.9)

    2.9 (1.6)

    2.7 (1.3)

    Proportion of patients with Hgb ≥12 g/dL at any time from Baseline to Week 5, %

    50.5

    3

    66.7

    48.2

    Baseline TSAT mean (SD) , %

    7 (12.9)

    5.4 (4.9)

    6.1 (9.9)

    5.5 (10.3)

    Mean change in TSAT from Baseline to Week 5 mean (SD), %

    11.4 (15.1)

    0.4 (5.8)

    15.7 (16.8)

    11.9 (14.4)

    Geriatric Use

    8.5 Geriatric Use In controlled clinical trials, 833 patients ≥ 65 years of age were treated with ferumoxytol. No overall differences in safety and efficacy were observed between older and younger patients in these trials, but greater sensitivity of older individuals cannot be ruled out. In general, dose administration to an elderly patient should be cautious, reflecting the greater frequency of decreased hepatic, renal, or cardiac function, and of concomitant disease or other drug therapy. Elderly patients with multiple or serious co-morbidities who experience hypersensitivity reactions and/or hypotension following administration of ferumoxytol may have more severe outcomes. The potential risks and benefits of ferumoxytol administration should be carefully considered in these patients [see Dosage and Administration ( 2 ), Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ), and Clinical Studies ( 14 )].

    Pediatric Use

    8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of ferumoxytol in pediatric patients (less than 18 years old) have not been established.

    Pregnancy

    8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Limited available data with ferumoxytol use in pregnant women are insufficient to inform a drug associated risk of adverse developmental outcomes. There are risks to the mother and fetus associated with untreated iron deficiency anemia (IDA) in pregnancy as well as risks to the fetus associated with maternal severe hypersensitivity reactions ( see Clinical Considerations ). In animal studies, administration of ferumoxytol to pregnant rabbits during organogenesis caused adverse developmental outcomes including fetal malformations and decreased fetal weights at maternally toxic doses of 6 times the estimated human daily dose. The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated populations is unknown. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defect and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2 to 4% and 15 to 20%, respectively. Clinical Considerations Disease-associated maternal and/or embryo/fetal risk Untreated iron deficiency anemia (IDA) in pregnancy is associated with adverse maternal outcomes such as post-partum anemia. Adverse pregnancy outcomes associated with IDA include increased risk for preterm delivery and low birth weight. Fetal/Neonatal adverse reactions Severe adverse reactions including circulatory failure (severe hypotension, shock including in the context of anaphylactic reaction) may occur in pregnant women with parenteral iron products (such as ferumoxytol) which may cause fetal bradycardia, especially during the second and third trimester. Data Animal Data Administration of ferumoxytol during organogenesis, at doses of 31.6 mg Fe/kg/day in rats and 16.5 mg Fe/kg/day in rabbits, did not result in maternal or fetal effects. These doses are approximately 2 times the estimated human daily dose based on body surface area. In rats, administration of ferumoxytol during organogenesis at a maternally toxic dose of 100 mg Fe/kg/day, approximately 6 times the estimated human daily dose based on body surface area, caused a decrease in fetal weights. In rabbits, administration of ferumoxytol during organogenesis at a maternally toxic dose of 45 mg Fe/kg/day, approximately 6 times the estimated human daily dose based on body surface area, was associated with external and soft tissue fetal malformations and decreased fetal weights.

    Use In Specific Populations

    8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Limited available data with ferumoxytol use in pregnant women are insufficient to inform a drug associated risk of adverse developmental outcomes. There are risks to the mother and fetus associated with untreated iron deficiency anemia (IDA) in pregnancy as well as risks to the fetus associated with maternal severe hypersensitivity reactions ( see Clinical Considerations ). In animal studies, administration of ferumoxytol to pregnant rabbits during organogenesis caused adverse developmental outcomes including fetal malformations and decreased fetal weights at maternally toxic doses of 6 times the estimated human daily dose. The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated populations is unknown. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defect and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2 to 4% and 15 to 20%, respectively. Clinical Considerations Disease-associated maternal and/or embryo/fetal risk Untreated iron deficiency anemia (IDA) in pregnancy is associated with adverse maternal outcomes such as post-partum anemia. Adverse pregnancy outcomes associated with IDA include increased risk for preterm delivery and low birth weight. Fetal/Neonatal adverse reactions Severe adverse reactions including circulatory failure (severe hypotension, shock including in the context of anaphylactic reaction) may occur in pregnant women with parenteral iron products (such as ferumoxytol) which may cause fetal bradycardia, especially during the second and third trimester. Data Animal Data Administration of ferumoxytol during organogenesis, at doses of 31.6 mg Fe/kg/day in rats and 16.5 mg Fe/kg/day in rabbits, did not result in maternal or fetal effects. These doses are approximately 2 times the estimated human daily dose based on body surface area. In rats, administration of ferumoxytol during organogenesis at a maternally toxic dose of 100 mg Fe/kg/day, approximately 6 times the estimated human daily dose based on body surface area, caused a decrease in fetal weights. In rabbits, administration of ferumoxytol during organogenesis at a maternally toxic dose of 45 mg Fe/kg/day, approximately 6 times the estimated human daily dose based on body surface area, was associated with external and soft tissue fetal malformations and decreased fetal weights. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary There are no data on the presence of ferumoxytol in human milk, the effects on the breastfed child, or the effects on milk production. Ferumoxytol has been detected in the milk of lactating rats. However, due to species-specific differences in lactation physiology, the clinical relevance of these data are not clear. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for ferumoxytol and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from ferumoxytol or from the underlying maternal condition. 8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of ferumoxytol in pediatric patients (less than 18 years old) have not been established. 8.5 Geriatric Use In controlled clinical trials, 833 patients ≥ 65 years of age were treated with ferumoxytol. No overall differences in safety and efficacy were observed between older and younger patients in these trials, but greater sensitivity of older individuals cannot be ruled out. In general, dose administration to an elderly patient should be cautious, reflecting the greater frequency of decreased hepatic, renal, or cardiac function, and of concomitant disease or other drug therapy. Elderly patients with multiple or serious co-morbidities who experience hypersensitivity reactions and/or hypotension following administration of ferumoxytol may have more severe outcomes. The potential risks and benefits of ferumoxytol administration should be carefully considered in these patients [see Dosage and Administration ( 2 ), Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ), and Clinical Studies ( 14 )].

    Storage And Handling

    16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING 16.1 How Supplied Ferumoxytol injection is available in single-dose vials in the following package sizes ( Table 6 ). Table 6: Ferumoxytol Packaging Description NDC Code Dose/Total volume per vial Vials/Carton NDC 0781-3154-01 510 mg/17 mL 1 NDC 0781-3154-95 510 mg/17 mL 10 16.2 Stability and Storage Store 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]. Store in the original package to protect from light. Do not freeze.

    Storage And Handling Table

    Table 6: Ferumoxytol Packaging Description

    NDC Code

    Dose/Total volume per vial

    Vials/Carton

    NDC 0781-3154-01

    510 mg/17 mL

    1

    NDC 0781-3154-95

    510 mg/17 mL

    10

    Boxed Warning

    WARNING: RISK FOR SERIOUS HYPERSENSITIVITY/ANAPHYLAXIS REACTIONS Fatal and serious hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis have occurred in patients receiving ferumoxytol. Initial symptoms may include hypotension, syncope, unresponsiveness, cardiac/cardiorespiratory arrest. • Only administer ferumoxytol as an intravenous infusion over at least 15 minutes and only when personnel and therapies are immediately available for the treatment of anaphylaxis and other hypersensitivity reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ]. • Observe for signs or symptoms of hypersensitivity reactions during and for at least 30 minutes following ferumoxytol infusion including monitoring of blood pressure and pulse during and after ferumoxytol administration [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ]. • Hypersensitivity reactions have occurred in patients in whom a previous ferumoxytol dose was tolerated [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ] . WARNING: RISK FOR SERIOUS HYPERSENSITIVITY/ANAPHYLAXIS REACTIONS See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. Fatal and serious hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis have occurred in patients receiving ferumoxytol. Initial symptoms may include hypotension, syncope, unresponsiveness, cardiac/cardiorespiratory arrest. • Only administer ferumoxytol as an intravenous infusion over at least 15 minutes and only when personnel and therapies are immediately available for the treatment of anaphylaxis and other hypersensitivity reactions. ( 5.1 ) • Observe for signs or symptoms of hypersensitivity reactions during and for at least 30 minutes following ferumoxytol infusion including monitoring of blood pressure and pulse during and after ferumoxytol administration. ( 5.1 ) • Hypersensitivity reactions have occurred in patients in whom a previous ferumoxytol dose was tolerated. ( 5.1 )

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