Summary of product characteristics
Adverse Reactions
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed elsewhere: Hypoglycemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Hypoglycemia Due to Medication Errors [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Hypokalemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Adverse reactions commonly associated with insulin glargine products include hypoglycemia, allergic reactions, injection site reactions, lipodystrophy, pruritus, rash, edema and weight gain. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Biocon Biologics at 1-833-986-1468 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 clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trial of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The data in Table 1 reflect the exposure of 2,327 patients with type 1 diabetes to insulin glargine or NPH in Studies A, B, C, and D [see Clinical Studies (14.2) ] . The type 1 diabetes population had the following characteristics: Mean age was 39 years. Fifty four percent were male, 97% were Caucasian, 2% were Black or African American and 3% were Hispanic. The mean BMI was 25.1 kg/m 2 . The data in Table 2 reflect the exposure of 1,563 patients with type 2 diabetes to insulin glargine or NPH in Studies E, F, and G [see Clinical Studies (14.3) ] . The type 2 diabetes population had the following characteristics: Mean age was 59 years. Fifty eight percent were male, 87% were Caucasian, 8% were Black or African American and 9% were Hispanic. The mean BMI was 29.2 kg/m 2 . The frequencies of adverse reactions during insulin glargine clinical studies in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus and type 2 diabetes mellitus are listed in the tables below (Tables 1, 2, 3, and 4). Table 1: Adverse Reactions Occurring>5% in Pooled Clinical Studies up to 28 Weeks Duration in Adults with Type 1 Diabetes Insulin Glargine, % (n = 1257) NPH,% (n = 1070) Upper respiratory tract infection 22.4 23.1 Infection Body system not specified 9.4 10.3 Accidental injury 5.7 6.4 Headache 5.5 4.7 Table 2: Adverse Reactions Occurring>5% in Pooled Clinical Studies up to 1 Year Duration in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Insulin Glargine, % (n = 849) NPH,% (n = 714) Upper respiratory tract infection 11.4 13.3 Infection Body system not specified 10.4 11.6 Retinal vascular disorder 5.8 7.4 Table 3: Adverse Reactions Occurring>10% in a 5 Year Study of Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Insulin Glargine, % (n = 514) NPH,% (n = 503) Upper respiratory tract infection 29.0 33.6 Edema peripheral 20.0 22.7 Hypertension 19.6 18.9 Influenza 18.7 19.5 Sinusitis 18.5 17.9 Cataract 18.1 15.9 Bronchitis 15.2 14.1 Arthralgia 14.2 16.1 Pain in extremity 13.0 13.1 Back pain 12.8 12.3 Cough 12.1 7.4 Urinary tract infection 10.7 10.1 Diarrhea 10.7 10.3 Depression 10.5 9.7 Headache 10.3 9.3 Table 4: Adverse Reactions Occurring>5% in a 28-Week Clinical Study in Peadiatric Patients with Type 1 Diabetes Insulin Glargine, % (n = 174) NPH,% (n = 175) Infection Body system not specified 13.8 17.7 Upper respiratory tract infection 13.8 16.0 Pharyngitis 7.5 8.6 Rhinitis 5.2 5.1 Severe Hypoglycemia Hypoglycemia was the most commonly observed adverse reaction in patients treated with insulin glargine. Tables 5, 6, and 7 summarize the incidence of severe hypoglycemia in the insulin glargine clinical Studies. Severe symptomatic hypoglycemia was defined as an event with symptoms consistent with hypoglycemia requiring the assistance of another person and associated with either a blood glucose below 50 mg/dL (≤ 56 mg/dL in the 5-year study and ≤ 36 mg/dL in the ORIGIN study) or prompt recovery after oral carbohydrate, intravenous glucose or glucagon administration. Percentages of insulin glargine-treated adult patients who experienced severe symptomatic hypoglycemia in the insulin glargine clinical studies [see Clinical Studies (14) ] were comparable to percentages of NPH-treated patients for all treatment regimens (see Tables 5 and 6). In the pediatric clinical study, pediatric patients with type 1 diabetes had a higher incidence of severe symptomatic hypoglycemia in the two treatment groups compared to the adult studies with type 1 diabetes. Table 5: Severe Symptomatic Hypoglycemia in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes Study A Type 1 Diabetes Adults 28 weeks In combination with regular insulin Study B Type 1 Diabetes Adults 28 weeks In combination with regular insulin Study C Type 1 Diabetes Adults 16 weeks In combination with insulin lispro Study D Type 1 Diabetes Pediatrics 26 weeks In combination with regular insulin Insulin Glargine N = 292 NPH N = 293 Insulin Glargine N = 264 NPH N = 270 Insulin Glargine N = 310 NPH N = 309 Insulin Glargine N = 174 NPH N = 175 Percent of patients 10.6 15.0 8.7 10.4 6.5 5.2 23.0 28.6 Table 6: Severe Symptomatic Hypoglycemia in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Study E Type 2 Diabetes Adults 52 weeks In combination with oral agents Study F Type 2 Diabetes Adults 28 weeks In combination with regular insulin Study G Type 2 Diabetes Adults 5 years In combination with regular insulin Insulin Glargine N = 289 NPH N = 281 Insulin Glargine N = 259 NPH N = 259 Insulin Glargine N = 513 NPH N = 504 Percent of patients 1.7 1.1 0.4 2.3 7.8 11.9 Table 7 displays the proportion of patients who experienced severe symptomatic hypoglycemia in the insulin glargine and Standard Care groups in the ORIGIN study [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . Table 7: Severe Symptomatic Hypoglycemia in the ORIGIN Study ORIGIN Study Medium duration of follow-up: 6.2 years Insulin Glargine N = 6231 Standard Care N = 6273 Percent of patients 5.6 1.8 Peripheral Edema Some patients taking insulin glargine products have experienced sodium retention and edema, particularly if previously poor metabolic control was improved by intensified insulin therapy. Lipodystrophy Administration of insulin subcutaneously, including insulin glargine products, has resulted in lipoatrophy (depression in the skin) or lipohypertrophy (enlargement or thickening of tissue) in some patients [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) ] . Insulin Initiation and Intensification of Glucose Control Intensification or rapid improvement in glucose control has been associated with a transitory, reversible ophthalmologic refraction disorder, worsening of diabetic retinopathy, and acute painful peripheral neuropathy. However, long-term glycemic control decreases the risk of diabetic retinopathy and neuropathy. Weight Gain Weight gain has occurred with insulin including insulin glargine products and has been attributed to the anabolic effects of insulin and the decrease in glucosuria. Hypersensitivity Reactions Local Reactions Patients taking insulin glargine experienced injection site reactions, including redness, pain, itching, urticaria, edema, and inflammation. In clinical studies in adult patients, there was a higher incidence of treatment-emergent injection site pain in insulin glargine-treated patients (2.7%) compared to NPH insulin-treated patients (0.7%). The reports of pain at the injection site did not result in discontinuation of therapy. Systemic Reactions Severe, life-threatening, generalized allergy, including anaphylaxis, generalized skin reactions, angioedema, bronchospasm, hypotension, and shock have occured with insulin, including insulin glargine products and may be life threatening. 6.2 Immunogenicity As with all therapeutic proteins, there is potential for immunogenicity. The detection of antibody formation is highly dependent on the sensitivity and specificity of the assay. Additionally, the observed incidence of antibody (including neutralizing antibody) positivity in an assay may be influenced by several factors, including assay methodology, sample handling, timing of sample collection, concomitant medications, and underlying disease. For these reasons, comparison of the incidence of antibodies in the studies described below with the incidence of antibodies in other studies or to other insulin glargine products may be misleading. All insulin products can elicit the formation of insulin antibodies. The presence of such insulin antibodies may increase or decrease the efficacy of insulin and may require adjustment of the insulin dose. In clinical studies of insulin glargine, increases in titers of antibodies to insulin were observed in NPH insulin and insulin glargine treatment groups with similar incidences. 6.3 Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reactions have been identified during postapproval use of insulin glargine products. Because these 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. Medication errors have been reported in which rapid-acting insulins and other insulins have been accidentally administered instead of insulin glargine products. Localized cutaneous amyloidosis at the injection site has occurred. Hyperglycemia has been reported with repeated insulin injections into areas of localized cutaneous amyloidosis; hypoglycemia has been reported with a sudden change to an unaffected injection site.
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS SEMGLEE is contraindicated: • During episodes of hypoglycemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ]. • In patients with hypersensitivity to insulin glargine products or any of the excipients in SEMGLEE [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ]. • During episodes of hypoglycemia ( 4 ) • Hypersensitivity to insulin glargine products or any excipient in SEMGLEE ( 4 )
Description
11 DESCRIPTION Insulin glargine-yfgn is a long-acting human insulin analog produced by recombinant DNA technology utilizing a recombinant yeast strain, Pichia pastoris . Insulin glargine-yfgn differs from human insulin in that the amino acid asparagine at position A21 is replaced by glycine and two arginines are added to the C-terminus of the B-chain. Insulin glargine-yfgn has a molecular weight of 6063 Da. SEMGLEE (insulin glargine-yfgn) injection is a sterile, clear and colorless solution for subcutaneous use in a 10 mL multiple-dose vial and a 3 mL single-patient-use prefilled pen. Vial Each mL contains 100 units of insulin glargine-yfgn and the inactive ingredients: glycerol (20 mg), metacresol (2.7 mg), polysorbate-20 (20 mcg), zinc chloride (content adjusted to provide 30 mcg zinc ion), and Water for Injection, USP. Prefilled pen Each mL contains 100 units of insulin glargine-yfgn and the inactive ingredients: glycerol (20 mg), metacresol (2.7 mg), zinc chloride (content adjusted to provide 30 mcg zinc ion), and Water for Injection, USP. The pH is adjusted by addition of aqueous solutions of hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide. SEMGLEE has a pH of approximately 4. Site of Injection on Body
Dosage And Administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Individualize dosage based on metabolic needs, blood glucose monitoring, glycemic control, type of diabetes, and prior insulin use. ( 2.1 , 2.2, 2.3 , 2.4 ) Administer subcutaneously into the abdominal area, thigh, or deltoid once daily at any time of day, but at the same time every day. ( 2.1 ) Do not dilute or mix with any other insulin or solution. ( 2.1 ) Rotate injection sites to reduce risk of lipodystrophy and localized cutaneous amyloidosis. ( 2.1 ) See Full Prescribing Information for the recommended starting dosage in patients with type 2 diabetis and how to change to SEMGLEE from other insulins. ( 2.3 , 2.4 ) Closely monitor glucose when switching to SEMGLEE and during initial weeks thereafter. ( 2.4 ) 2.1 Important Administration Instructions Always check insulin labels before administration [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Visually inspect SEMGLEE vials and prefilled pens for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration. Only use if the solution is clear and colorless with no visible particles. Administer SEMGLEE subcutaneously into the abdominal area, thigh, or deltoid, and rotate injection sites within the same region from one injection to the next to reduce the risk of lipodystrophy and localized cutaneous amyloidosis. Do not inject into areas of lipodystrophy or localized cutaneous amyloidosis [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) , and Adverse Reactions (6) ]. During changes to a patient’s insulin regimen, increase the frequency of blood glucose monitoring [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.2 ) ]. Do not administer intravenously or via an insulin pump. Do not dilute or mix SEMGLEE with any other insulin or solution. The SEMGLEE prefilled pen dials in 1-unit increments. Use SEMGLEE prefilled pen with caution in patients with visual impairment who may rely on audible clicks to dial their dose. 2.2 General Dosing Instructions Administer SEMGLEE subcutaneously once daily at any time of day but at the same time every day. Individualize and adjust the dosage of SEMGLEE based on the patient’s metabolic needs, blood glucose monitoring results and glycemic control goal. Dosage adjustments may be needed with changes in physical activity, changes in meal patterns (i.e., macronutrient content or timing of food intake), during acute illness, or changes in renal or hepatic function. Dosage adjustments should only be made under medical supervision with appropriate glucose monitoring [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ]. In patients with type 1 diabetes, SEMGLEE must be used concomitantly with short-acting insulin. 2.3 Initiation of SEMGLEE Therapy Recommended Starting Dosage in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes The recommended starting dosage of SEMGLEE in patients with type 1 diabetes is approximately one-third of the total daily insulin requirements. Use short-acting, premeal insulin to satisfy the remainder of the daily insulin requirements. Recommended Starting Dosage in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes The recommended starting dosage of SEMGLEE in patients with type 2 diabetes who are not currently treated with insulin is 0.2 units/kg or up to 10 units once daily. 2.4 Switching to SEMGLEE from Other Insulin Therapies Dosage adjustments are recommended to lower the risk of hypoglycemia when switching patients to SEMGLEE from other insulin therapies [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.3 ) ].When switching from: Once-daily insulin glargine 300 units/mL to once-daily SEMGLEE (100 units/mL), the recommended starting SEMGLEE dosage is 80% of the insulin glargine, 300 units/mL dosage that is being discontinued. Once-daily NPH insulin to once-daily SEMGLEE, the recommended starting SEMGLEE dosage is the same as the dosage of NPH that is being discontinued. Twice-daily NPH insulin to once-daily SEMGLEE, the recommended starting SEMGLEE dosage is 80% of the total NPH dosage that is being discontinued.
Indications And Usage
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE SEMGLEE is indicated to improve glycemic control in adult and pediatric patients with diabetes mellitus. Limitations of Use SEMGLEE is not recommended for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis. SEMGLEE is a long-acting human insulin analog indicated to improve glycemic control in adult and pediatric patients with diabetes mellitus. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use Not recommended for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis. ( 1 )
Overdosage
10 OVERDOSAGE Excess insulin administration may cause hypoglycemia and hypokalemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3 , 5.6) ]. Mild episodes of hypoglycemia can usually be treated with oral carbohydrates. Lowering the insulin dosage, and adjustments in meal patterns, or exercise may be needed. More severe episodes of hypoglycemia with coma, seizure, or neurologic impairment may be treated with glucagon for emergency use or concentrated intravenous glucose. After apparent clinical recovery from hypoglycemia, continued observation and additional carbohydrate intake may be necessary to avoid recurrence of hypoglycemia. Hypokalemia must be corrected appropriately.
Adverse Reactions Table
Insulin Glargine, % (n = 1257) | NPH,% (n = 1070) | |
Upper respiratory tract infection | 22.4 | 23.1 |
Infection | 9.4 | 10.3 |
Accidental injury | 5.7 | 6.4 |
Headache | 5.5 | 4.7 |
Drug Interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Table 8 includes clinically significant drug interactions with SEMGLEE. Table 8: Clinically Significant Drug Interactions with SEMGLEE Drugs that May Increase the Risk of Hypoglycemia Drugs: Antidiabetic agents, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor blocking agents, disopyramide, fibrates, fluoxetine, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, pentoxifylline, pramlintide, salicylates, somatostatin analogs (e.g., octreotide), sulfonamide antibiotics,GLP-1 receptor agonists, DPP-4 inhibitors, and SGLT-2 inhibitors. Intervention: Dosage reductions and increased frequency of glucose monitoring may be required when SEMGLEE is coadministered with these drugs. Drugs that May Decrease the Blood Glucose Lowering Effect of SEMGLEE Drugs: Atypical antipsychotics (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), corticosteroids, danazol, diuretics, estrogens, glucagon, isoniazid, niacin, oral contraceptives, phenothiazines, progestogens (e.g., in oral contraceptives), protease inhibitors, somatropin, sympathomimetic agents (e.g., albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline), and thyroid hormones. Intervention: Dosage increases and increased frequency of glucose monitoring may be required when SEMGLEE is coadministered with these drugs. Drugs that May Increase or Decrease the Blood Glucose Lowering Effect of SEMGLEE Drugs: Alcohol, beta-blockers, clonidine, and lithium salts. Pentamidine may cause hypoglycemia, which may sometimes be followed by hyperglycemia. Intervention: Dosage adjustment and increased frequency of glucose monitoring may be required when SEMGLEE is coadministered with these drugs. Drugs that May Blunt Signs and Symptoms of Hypoglycemia Drugs: Beta-blockers, clonidine, guanethidine, and reserpine Intervention: Increased frequency of glucose monitoring may be required when SEMGLEE is coadministered with these drugs. • Drugs that Affect Glucose Metabolism : Adjustment of insulin dosage may be needed. ( 7 ) • Antiadrenergic Drugs (e.g., beta-blockers, clonidine, guanethidine, and reserpine): Signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia may be reduced or absent. ( 5.3 , 7 ) * An interchangeable product (IP) is a biological product that is approved based on data demonstrating that it is highly similar to an FDA-approved reference product (RP) and that there are no clinically meaningful differences between the products; it can be expected to produce the same clinical result as the RP in any given patient; and if administered more than once to a patient, the risk in terms of safety or diminished efficacy from alternating or switching between use of the RP and IP is not greater than that from the RP without such alternation or switch. Interchangeability of SEMGLEE has been demonstrated for the condition(s) of use, strength(s), dosage form(s), and route(s) of administration described in its Full Prescribing Information.
Drug Interactions Table
Drugs that May Increase the Risk of Hypoglycemia | |
Drugs: | Antidiabetic agents, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor blocking agents, disopyramide, fibrates, fluoxetine, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, pentoxifylline, pramlintide, salicylates, somatostatin analogs (e.g., octreotide), sulfonamide antibiotics,GLP-1 receptor agonists, DPP-4 inhibitors, and SGLT-2 inhibitors. |
Intervention: | Dosage reductions and increased frequency of glucose monitoring may be required when SEMGLEE is coadministered with these drugs. |
Drugs that May Decrease the Blood Glucose Lowering Effect of SEMGLEE | |
Drugs: | Atypical antipsychotics (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), corticosteroids, danazol, diuretics, estrogens, glucagon, isoniazid, niacin, oral contraceptives, phenothiazines, progestogens (e.g., in oral contraceptives), protease inhibitors, somatropin, sympathomimetic agents (e.g., albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline), and thyroid hormones. |
Intervention: | Dosage increases and increased frequency of glucose monitoring may be required when SEMGLEE is coadministered with these drugs. |
Drugs that May Increase or Decrease the Blood Glucose Lowering Effect of SEMGLEE | |
Drugs: | Alcohol, beta-blockers, clonidine, and lithium salts. Pentamidine may cause hypoglycemia, which may sometimes be followed by hyperglycemia. |
Intervention: | Dosage adjustment and increased frequency of glucose monitoring may be required when SEMGLEE is coadministered with these drugs. |
Drugs that May Blunt Signs and Symptoms of Hypoglycemia | |
Drugs: | Beta-blockers, clonidine, guanethidine, and reserpine |
Intervention: | Increased frequency of glucose monitoring may be required when SEMGLEE is coadministered with these drugs. |
Clinical Pharmacology
12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY 12.1 Mechanism of Action The primary activity of insulin, including insulin glargine products, is regulation of glucose metabolism. Insulin and its analogs lower blood glucose by stimulating peripheral glucose uptake, especially by skeletal muscle and fat, and by inhibiting hepatic glucose production. Insulin inhibits lipolysis and proteolysis and enhances protein synthesis. 12.2 Pharmacodynamics In clinical studies, the glucose-lowering effect on a molar basis (i.e., when given at the same doses) of intravenous insulin glargine is approximately the same as that for human insulin. Figure 1 shows results from a study in patients with type 1 diabetes conducted for a maximum of 24 hours after subcutaneous injection of insulin glargine or NPH insulin. The median time between subcutaneous injection and the end of pharmacological effect was 14.5 hours (range: 9.5 to 19.3 hours) for NPH insulin, and 24 hours (range: 10.8 to > 24.0 hours) (24 hours was the end of the observation period) for insulin glargine. Figure 1: Glucose-Lowering Effect Over 24 Hours in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes * Determined as amount of glucose infused to maintain constant plasma glucose levels The duration of action after abdominal, deltoid, or thigh subcutaneous administration of insulin glargine was similar. The time course of action of insulins, including insulin glargine products, may vary between patients and within the same patient. Figure 1: Activity Profile in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes 12.3 Pharmacokinetics Absorption After subcutaneous injection of insulin glargine in healthy subjects and in patients with diabetes, the insulin serum concentrations indicated a slower, more prolonged absorption and a relatively constant concentration/time profile over 24 hours with no pronounced peak in comparison to NPH insulin. Elimination Metabolism A metabolism study in humans indicates that insulin glargine is partly metabolized at the carboxyl terminus of the B chain in the subcutaneous depot to form two active metabolites with in vitro activity similar to that of human insulin, M1 (21 A -Gly-insulin) and M2 (21 A -Gly-des- 30 B -Thr-insulin). Unchanged drug and these degradation products are also present in the circulation. Specific Populations Age, Race, Body Mass Index and Gender Effect of age, race, body mass index (BMI) and gender on the pharmacokinetics of insulin glargine products has not been evaluated. However, in controlled clinical studies in adults (n = 3,890) and a controlled clinical study in pediatric patients (n = 349), subgroup analyses based on age, race, BMI and gender did not show differences in safety and efficacy between insulin glargine and NPH insulin [see Clinical Studies (14) ] .
Mechanism Of Action
12.1 Mechanism of Action The primary activity of insulin, including insulin glargine products, is regulation of glucose metabolism. Insulin and its analogs lower blood glucose by stimulating peripheral glucose uptake, especially by skeletal muscle and fat, and by inhibiting hepatic glucose production. Insulin inhibits lipolysis and proteolysis and enhances protein synthesis.
Pharmacodynamics
12.2 Pharmacodynamics In clinical studies, the glucose-lowering effect on a molar basis (i.e., when given at the same doses) of intravenous insulin glargine is approximately the same as that for human insulin. Figure 1 shows results from a study in patients with type 1 diabetes conducted for a maximum of 24 hours after subcutaneous injection of insulin glargine or NPH insulin. The median time between subcutaneous injection and the end of pharmacological effect was 14.5 hours (range: 9.5 to 19.3 hours) for NPH insulin, and 24 hours (range: 10.8 to > 24.0 hours) (24 hours was the end of the observation period) for insulin glargine. Figure 1: Glucose-Lowering Effect Over 24 Hours in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes * Determined as amount of glucose infused to maintain constant plasma glucose levels The duration of action after abdominal, deltoid, or thigh subcutaneous administration of insulin glargine was similar. The time course of action of insulins, including insulin glargine products, may vary between patients and within the same patient. Figure 1: Activity Profile in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes
Pharmacokinetics
12.3 Pharmacokinetics Absorption After subcutaneous injection of insulin glargine in healthy subjects and in patients with diabetes, the insulin serum concentrations indicated a slower, more prolonged absorption and a relatively constant concentration/time profile over 24 hours with no pronounced peak in comparison to NPH insulin. Elimination Metabolism A metabolism study in humans indicates that insulin glargine is partly metabolized at the carboxyl terminus of the B chain in the subcutaneous depot to form two active metabolites with in vitro activity similar to that of human insulin, M1 (21 A -Gly-insulin) and M2 (21 A -Gly-des- 30 B -Thr-insulin). Unchanged drug and these degradation products are also present in the circulation. Specific Populations Age, Race, Body Mass Index and Gender Effect of age, race, body mass index (BMI) and gender on the pharmacokinetics of insulin glargine products has not been evaluated. However, in controlled clinical studies in adults (n = 3,890) and a controlled clinical study in pediatric patients (n = 349), subgroup analyses based on age, race, BMI and gender did not show differences in safety and efficacy between insulin glargine and NPH insulin [see Clinical Studies (14) ] .
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Dosage Forms And Strengths
3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Injection: 100 units/mL (U-100) clear and colorless solution available as: • 10 mL multiple-dose vial • 3 mL single-patient-use prefilled pen Injection: 100 units/mL (U-100) available as: • 10 mL multiple-dose vial ( 3 ) • 3 mL single-patient-use prefilled pen ( 3 )
Spl Product Data Elements
SEMGLEE insulin glargine-yfgn INSULIN GLARGINE INSULIN GLARGINE ZINC CHLORIDE GLYCERIN METACRESOL WATER HYDROCHLORIC ACID SODIUM HYDROXIDE SEMGLEE insulin glargine-yfgn INSULIN GLARGINE INSULIN GLARGINE ZINC CHLORIDE GLYCERIN POLYSORBATE 20 METACRESOL WATER HYDROCHLORIC ACID SODIUM HYDROXIDE Instructions for Use Figure I Instructions for Use Figure J Instructions for Use Figure K Instructions for Use Figure L Instructions for Use Figure M Instructions for Use Figure N Instructions for Use Figure O Instructions for Use Figure P Instructions for Use Figure Q Instructions for Use Figure R Instructions for Use Figure S Instructions for Use Figure T Instructions for Use Figure U Instructions for Use Figure V
Carcinogenesis And Mutagenesis And Impairment Of Fertility
13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility In mice and rats, standard two-year carcinogenicity studies with insulin glargine were performed at doses up to 0.455 mg/kg, which was for the rat approximately 65 times the recommended human subcutaneous starting dosage of 0.2 units/kg/day (0.007 mg/kg/day) on a mg/kg basis. Histiocytomas were found at injection sites in male rats and mice in acid vehicle containing groups and are considered a response to chronic tissue irritation and inflammation in rodents. These tumors were not found in female animals, in saline control, or insulin comparator groups using a different vehicle. Insulin glargine was not mutagenic in tests for detection of gene mutations in bacteria and mammalian cells (Ames and HGPRT-test) and in tests for detection of chromosomal aberrations (cytogenetics in vitro in V79 cells and in vivo in Chinese hamsters). In a combined fertility and prenatal and postnatal study in male and female rats at subcutaneous doses up to 0.36 mg/kg/day, which was approximately 50 times the recommended human subcutaneous starting dose of 0.2 units/kg/day (0.007 mg/kg/day) maternal toxicity due to dose-dependent hypoglycemia, including some deaths, was observed. Consequently, a reduction of the rearing rate occurred in the high-dose group only. Similar effects were observed with NPH insulin.
Nonclinical Toxicology
13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY 13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility In mice and rats, standard two-year carcinogenicity studies with insulin glargine were performed at doses up to 0.455 mg/kg, which was for the rat approximately 65 times the recommended human subcutaneous starting dosage of 0.2 units/kg/day (0.007 mg/kg/day) on a mg/kg basis. Histiocytomas were found at injection sites in male rats and mice in acid vehicle containing groups and are considered a response to chronic tissue irritation and inflammation in rodents. These tumors were not found in female animals, in saline control, or insulin comparator groups using a different vehicle. Insulin glargine was not mutagenic in tests for detection of gene mutations in bacteria and mammalian cells (Ames and HGPRT-test) and in tests for detection of chromosomal aberrations (cytogenetics in vitro in V79 cells and in vivo in Chinese hamsters). In a combined fertility and prenatal and postnatal study in male and female rats at subcutaneous doses up to 0.36 mg/kg/day, which was approximately 50 times the recommended human subcutaneous starting dose of 0.2 units/kg/day (0.007 mg/kg/day) maternal toxicity due to dose-dependent hypoglycemia, including some deaths, was observed. Consequently, a reduction of the rearing rate occurred in the high-dose group only. Similar effects were observed with NPH insulin.
Application Number
BLA761201
Brand Name
SEMGLEE
Generic Name
insulin glargine-yfgn
Product Ndc
83257-011
Product Type
HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG
Route
SUBCUTANEOUS
Package Label Principal Display Panel
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL – 100 units/mL Pen NDC 83257-012-33 Rx only Semglee ® (insulin glargine-yfgn) injection For Single Patient Use Only 100 units/mL (U-100) For subcutaneous use only Dispense in this sealed carton Do not mix with other insulins Use only if solution is clear and colorless with no particles visible *Needles not included (see top panel) Five 3 mL Prefilled Pens Each mL contains 100 units of insulin glargine-yfgn, and inactive ingredients: glycerol (20 mg), metacresol (2.7 mg), zinc chloride (content adjusted to provide 30 mcg zinc ion), and Water for Injection, USP. The pH is approximately 4. The pH is adjusted by addition of aqueous solutions of hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide. Recommended dosage: see Prescribing Information. As with any drug, if you are pregnant or nursing a baby, seek professional advice when using this product. Any change of insulin should be made cautiously and only under medical supervision. Storage: Refrigerate at 2º to 8ºC (36º to 46ºF) until first use. Avoid freezing. Discard if frozen. After first use of a SEMGLEE pen, store the pen at room temperature (up to 30ºC [86ºF]) and discard after 28 days. Protect from direct heat and light. WARNING: Keep this and all medication out of the reach of children. Use within 28 days after initial use. *BD ® Ultra-Fine needles are compatible with Semglee ® . These are sold separately and manufactured by BD. BD is a registered trademark of Becton, Dickinson, and Company. SEMGLEE ® is a registered trademark of Biosimilars New Co Ltd; a Biocon Biologics Company. Copyright © 2023 Biocon Biologics Inc. All rights reserved. Manufactured by: Biocon Biologics Inc. 245 Main St, 2nd Floor, Cambridge, MA 02142, U.S.A. U.S. License No. 2324 Product of Malaysia Semglee Injection 100 units/mL Pen Carton
Information For Patients
17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling ( Patient Information and Instructions for Use ). There are separate Instructions for Use for the vial and prefilled pen. Never Share a SEMGLEE Prefilled Pen or Insulin Syringe Between Patients Advise patients that they must never share a SEMGLEE prefilled pen with another person, even if the needle is changed. Advise patients using SEMGLEE vials not to re-use or share needles or insulin syringes with another person. Sharing carries a risk for transmission of blood-borne pathogens [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Hyperglycemia or Hypoglycemia Inform patients that hypoglycemia is the most common adverse reaction with insulin. Inform patients of the symptoms of hypoglycemia (e.g., impaired ability to concentrate and react. This may present a risk in situations where these abilities are especially important, such as driving or operating other machinery. Advise patients who have frequent hypoglycemia or reduced or absent warning signs of hypoglycemia to use caution when driving or operating machinery [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] . Advise patients that changes in insulin regimen can predispose to hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia and that changes in insulin regimen should be made under close medical supervision [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . Hypoglycemia Due to Medication Errors Instruct patients to always check the insulin label before each injection to reduce the risk of a medication error [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] . Hypersensitivity Reactions Advise patients that hypersensitivity reactions have occurred with insulin glargine products. Inform patients about the symptoms of hypersensitivity reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ]. BD is a registered trademark of Becton, Dickinson, and Company. Manufactured by: Biocon Biologics Inc . 245 Main St, 2nd Floor, Cambridge, MA 02142 U.S.A U.S. License No. 2324 Product of Malaysia
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SEMGLEE® (Sehm-GLEE) (insulin glargine-yfgn) injection for subcutaneous use VIAL: 100 units/mL (U-100) |
Do not share your syringes with other people, even if the needle has been changed. You may give other people a serious infection, or get a serious infection from them. What is SEMGLEE? SEMGLEE is a long-acting man-made insulin used to control high blood sugar in adults and children with diabetes mellitus. SEMGLEE is not for use to treat diabetic ketoacidosis |
Who should not use SEMGLEE? Do not use SEMGLEE if you: |
What should I tell my healthcare provider before using SEMGLEE? Before using SEMGLEE, tell your healthcare provider about all your medical conditions including if you: Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Before you start using SEMGLEE, talk to your healthcare provider about low blood sugar and how to manage it. |
How should I use SEMGLEE? |
Your dose of SEMGLEE may need to change because of: |
What should I avoid while using SEMGLEE? While using SEMGLEE do not: |
What are the possible side effects of SEMGLEE and other insulins? SEMGLEE may cause serious side effects that can lead to death, including: Get emergency medical help if you have: trouble breathing, shortness of breath, fast heartbeat, swelling of your face, tongue, or throat, sweating, extreme drowsiness, dizziness, confusion. The most common side effects of SEMGLEE include: These are not all the possible side effects of SEMGLEE. 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 SEMGLEE. Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Patient Information leaflet. Do not use SEMGLEE for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give SEMGLEE to other people, even if they have the same symptoms that you have. It may harm them. This Patient Information leaflet summarizes the most important information about SEMGLEE. If you would like more information, talk with your healthcare provider. You can ask your pharmacist or healthcare provider for information about SEMGLEE that is written for healthcare professionals. |
What are the ingredients in SEMGLEE? For more information, call Biocon Biologics at 1-833-986-1468. Manufactured by: Biocon Biologics Inc. 245 Main St, 2nd Floor, Cambridge, MA 02142, U.S.A. U.S. License No. 2324 Product of Malaysia |
Clinical Studies
14 CLINICAL STUDIES 14.1 Overview of Clinical Studies The safety and effectiveness of insulin glargine given once-daily at bedtime was compared to that of once-daily and twice-daily NPH insulin in open-label, randomized, active-controlled, parallel studies of 2,327 adult patients and 349 pediatric patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus and 1,563 adult patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (see Tables 9-11). In general, the reduction in glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) with insulin glargine was similar to that with NPH insulin. 14.2 Clinical Studies in Adult and Pediatric Patients with Type 1 Diabetes Adult Patients with Type 1 Diabetes In two clinical studies (Studies A and B), adult patients with type 1 diabetes (Study A; n = 585, Study B n = 534) were randomized to 28 weeks of basal-bolus treatment with insulin glargine or NPH insulin. Regular human insulin was administered before each meal. Insulin glargine was administered at bedtime. NPH insulin was administered either as once daily at bedtime or in the morning and at bedtime when used twice daily. In Study A, the average age was 39 years. The majority of patients were White (99%) and 56% were male. The mean BMI was approximately 24.9 kg/m 2 . The mean duration of diabetes was 16 years. In Study B, the average age was 39 years. The majority of patients were White (95%) and 51% were male. The mean BMI was approximately 25.8 kg/m 2 . The mean duration of diabetes was 17 years. In another clinical study (Study C), patients with type 1 diabetes (n = 619) were randomized to 16 weeks of basal-bolus treatment with insulin glargine or NPH insulin. Insulin lispro was used before each meal. Insulin glargine was administered once daily at bedtime and NPH insulin was administered once or twice daily. The average age was 39 years. The majority of patients were White (97%) and 51% were male. The mean BMI was approximately 25.6 kg/m 2 . The mean duration of diabetes was 19 years. In these 3 adult studies, insulin glargine and NPH insulin had similar effects on HbA1c (Table 9) with a similar overall rate of severe symptomatic hypoglycemia [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . Table 9: Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus – Adults Treatment duration Treatment in combination with Study A 28 weeks Regular insulin Study B 28 weeks Regular insulin Study C 16 weeks Insulin lispro Insulin Glargine NPH Insulin Glargine NPH Insulin Glargine NPH Number of subjects treated 292 293 264 270 310 309 HbA1c Baseline HbA1c 8.0 8.0 7.7 7.7 7.6 7.7 Adjusted mean change at study end +0.2 +0.1 -0.2 -0.2 -0.1 -0.1 Treatment Difference (95% CI) +0.1 (0.0; +0.2) +0.1 (-0.1; +0.2) 0.0 (-0.1; +0.1) Basal insulin dose Baseline mean 21 23 29 29 28 28 Mean change from baseline -2 0 -4 +2 -5 +1 Total insulin dose Baseline mean 48 52 50 51 50 50 Mean change from baseline -1 0 0 +4 -3 0 Fasting blood glucose (mg/dL) Baseline mean 167 166 166 175 175 173 Adj. mean change from baseline -21 -16 -20 -17 -29 -12 Body weight (kg) Baseline mean 73.2 74.8 75.5 75.0 74.8 75.6 Mean change from baseline 0.1 -0.0 0.7 1.0 0.1 0.5 Pediatric Patients with Type 1 Diabetes In a randomized, controlled clinical study (Study D), pediatric patients (age range 6 to 15 years) with type 1 diabetes (n = 349) were treated for 28 weeks with a basal-bolus insulin regimen where regular human insulin was used before each meal. Insulin glargine was administered once daily at bedtime and NPH insulin was administered once or twice daily. The average age was 11.7 years. The majority of patients were White (97%) and 52% were male. The mean BMI was approximately 18.9 kg/m 2 . The mean duration of diabetes was 5 years. Similar effects on HbA1c (Table 10) were observed in both treatment groups [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . Table 10: Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus – Pediatric Patients Treatment duration Treatment in combination with Study D 28 weeks Regular insulin Insulin Glargine + Regular insulin NPH+ Regular insulin Number of subjects treated 174 175 HbA1c Baseline mean 8.5 8.8 Change from baseline (adjusted mean) +0.3 +0.3 Difference from NPH (adjusted mean) 0.0 (95% CI) (-0.2; +0.3) Basal insulin dose Baseline mean 19 19 Mean change from baseline -1 +2 Total insulin dose Baseline mean 43 43 Mean change from baseline +2 +3 Fasting blood glucose (mg/dL) Baseline mean 194 191 Mean change from baseline -23 -12 Body weight (kg) Baseline mean 45.5 44.6 Mean change from baseline 2.2 2.5 14.3 Clinical Studies in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes In a randomized, controlled clinical study (Study E), in 570 adults with type 2 diabetes, insulin glargine was evaluated for 52 weeks in combination with oral anti-diabetic medications (a sulfonylurea, metformin, acarbose, or combinations of these drugs). The average age was 60 years old. The majority of patients were White (93%) and 54% were male. The mean BMI was approximately 29.1 kg/m 2 . The mean duration of diabetes was 10 years. Insulin glargine administered once daily at bedtime was as effective as NPH insulin administered once daily at bedtime in reducing HbA1c and fasting glucose (Table 11). The rate of severe symptomatic hypoglycemia was similar in insulin glargine and NPH insulin treated patients [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . In a randomized, controlled clinical study (Study F), in adult patients with type 2 diabetes not using oral antidiabetic medications (n = 518), a basal-bolus regimen of insulin glargine once daily at bedtime or NPH insulin administered once or twice daily was evaluated for 28 weeks. Regular human insulin was used before meals, as needed. The average age was 59 years. The majority of patients were White (81%) and 60% were male. The mean BMI was approximately 30.5 kg/m 2 . The mean duration of diabetes was 14 years. Insulin glargine had similar effectiveness as either once- or twice-daily NPH insulin in reducing HbA1c and fasting glucose (Table 11) with a similar incidence of hypoglycemia [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . In a randomized, controlled clinical study (Study G), adult patients with type 2 diabetes were randomized to 5 years of treatment with once-daily insulin glargine or twice-daily NPH insulin. For patients not previously treated with insulin, the starting dosage of insulin glargine or NPH insulin was 10 units daily. Patients who were already treated with NPH insulin either continued on the same total daily NPH insulin dose or started insulin glargine at a dosage that was 80% of the total previous NPH insulin dosage. The primary endpoint for this study was a comparison of the progression of diabetic retinopathy by 3 or more steps on the Early Treatment Diabetic Retinopathy Study (ETDRS) scale. HbA1c change from baseline was a secondary endpoint. Similar glycemic control in the 2 treatment groups was desired in order to not confound the interpretation of the retinal data. Patients or study personnel used an algorithm to adjust the insulin glargine and NPH insulin dosages to a target fasting plasma glucose ≤ 100 mg/dL. After the insulin glargine or NPH insulin dosage was adjusted, other anti-diabetic agents, including premeal insulin were to be adjusted or added. The average age was 55 years. The majority of patients were White (85%) and 54% were male. The mean BMI was approximately 34.3 kg/m 2 . The mean duration of diabetes was 11 years. The insulin glargine group had a smaller mean reduction from baseline in HbA1c compared to the NPH insulin group, which may be explained by the lower daily basal insulin doses in the insulin glargine group (Table 11). The incidences of severe symptomatic hypoglycemia were similar between groups [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . Table 11: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus – Adults Treatment duration Treatment in combination with Study E 52 weeks Oral agents Study F 28 weeks Regular insulin Study G 5 years Regular insulin Insulin Glargine NPH Insulin Glargine NPH Insulin Glargine NPH Number of subjects treated 289 281 259 259 513 504 HbA1c Baseline mean 9.0 8.9 8.6 8.5 8.4 8.3 Adjusted mean change from baseline -0.5 -0.4 -0.4 -0.6 -0.6 -0.8 Insulin Glargine ‒ NPH -0.1 +0.2 +0.2 95% CI for Treatment difference (-0.3; +0.1) (0.0; +0.4) (+0.1; +0.4) Basal insulin dose In Study G, the baseline dose of basal or total insulin was the first available on-treatment dose prescribed during the study (on visit month 1.5) Baseline mean 14 15 44.1 45.5 39 44 Mean change from baseline +12 +9 -1 +7 +23 +30 Total insulin dose Baseline mean 14 15 64 67 48 53 Mean change from baseline +12 +9 +10 +13 +41 +40 Fasting blood glucose (mg/dL) Baseline mean 179 180 164 166 190 180 Adj. mean change from baseline -49 -46 -24 -22 -45 -44 Body weight (kg) Baseline mean 83.5 82.1 89.6 90.7 100 99 Adj. mean change from baseline 2.0 1.9 0.4 1.4 3.7 4.8 14.4 Additional Clinical Studies in Adults with Diabetes Type 1 and Type 2 Different Timing of Insulin Glargine Administration in Diabetes Type 1 and Diabetes Type 2 The safety and efficacy of once daily insulin glargine administered either at pre-breakfast, pre-dinner, or at bedtime were evaluated in a randomized, controlled clinical study in adult patients with type 1 diabetes (Study H, n = 378). Patients were also treated with insulin lispro at mealtime. The average age was 41 years. All patients were White (100%) and 54% were male. The mean BMI was approximately 25.3 kg/m 2 . The mean duration of diabetes was 17 years. Insulin glargine administered at pre-breakfast or at pre-dinner (both once daily) resulted in similar reductions in HbA1c compared to that with bedtime administration (see Table 12). In these patients, data are available from 8-point home glucose monitoring. The maximum mean blood glucose was observed just prior to insulin glargine injection regardless of time of administration. In this study, 5% of patients in the insulin glargine-breakfast group discontinued treatment because of lack of efficacy. No patients in the other two groups (pre-dinner, bedtime) discontinued for this reason. The safety and efficacy of once daily lnsulin glargine administered pre-breakfast or at bedtime were also evaluated in a randomized, active-controlled clinical study (Study I, n = 697) in patients with type 2 diabetes not adequately controlled on oral anti-diabetic therapy. All patients in this study also received glimepiride 3 mg daily. The average age was 61 years. The majority of patients were White (97%) and 54% were male. The mean BMI was approximately 28.7 kg/m 2 . The mean duration of diabetes was 10 years. Insulin glargine given before breakfast was at least as effective in lowering HbA1c as insulin glargine given at bedtime or NPH insulin given at bedtime (see Table 12). Table 12: Study of Different Times of Once Daily Insulin Glargine Dosing in Type 1 (Study H) and Type 2 (Study I) Diabetes Mellitus Treatment duration Treatment in combination with Study H 24 weeks Insulin lispro Study I 24 weeks Glimepiride Insulin Glargine Before Breakfast Insulin Glargine Before Dinner Insulin Glargine Bedtime Insulin Glargine Before Breakfast Insulin Glargine Bedtime NPH Bedtime Number of subjects treated Intent-to-treat 112 124 128 234 226 227 HbA1c Baseline mean 7.6 7.5 7.6 9.1 9.1 9.1 Mean change from baseline -0.2 -0.1 0.0 -1.3 -1.0 -0.8 Basal insulin dose (Units) Baseline mean 22 23 21 19 20 19 Mean change from baseline 5 2 2 11 18 18 Total insulin dose (Units) - - - NA NA NA Baseline mean 52 52 49 - - - Mean change from baseline 2 3 2 - - - Body weight (kg) Baseline mean 77.1 77.8 74.5 80.7 82 81 Mean change from baseline 0.7 0.1 0.4 3.9 3.7 2.9 Progression of Retinopathy Evaluation in adults with Diabetes Type 1 and Diabetes Type 2 Insulin glargine was compared to NPH insulin in a 5-year randomized clinical study that evaluated the progression of retinopathy as assessed with fundus photography using a grading protocol derived from the Early Treatment Diabetic Retinopathy Scale (ETDRS). Patients had type 2 diabetes (mean age 55 years) with no (86%) or mild (14%) retinopathy at baseline. Mean baseline HbA1c was 8.4%. The primary outcome was progression by 3 or more steps on the ETDRS scale at study endpoint. Patients with pre-specified post-baseline eye procedures (pan-retinal photocoagulation for proliferative or severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy, local photocoagulation for new vessels, and vitrectomy for diabetic retinopathy) were also considered as 3-step progressors regardless of actual change in ETDRS score from baseline. Retinopathy graders were blinded to treatment group assignment. The results for the primary endpoint are shown in Table 13 for both the per-protocol and intent-to-treat populations and indicate similarity of insulin glargine to NPH in the progression of diabetic retinopathy as assessed by this outcome. In this study, the numbers of retinal adverse events reported for insulin glargine and NPH insulin treatment groups were similar for adult patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Table 13: Number (%) of Patients with 3 or More Step Progression on ETDRS Scale at Endpoint Insulin Glargine (%) NPH (%) Difference Difference = Insulin Glargine – NPH , Using a generalized linear model (SAS GENMOD) with treatment and baseline HbA1c strata (cutoff 9.0%) as the classified independent variables, and with binomial distribution and identity link function (SE) 95% CI for difference Per-protocol 53/374 (14.2%) 57/363 (15.7%) -2.0% (2.6%) -7.0% to +3.1% Intent-to-Treat 63/502 (12.5%) 71/487 (14.6%) -2.1% (2.1%) -6.3% to +2.1% The ORIGIN Study of Major Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients with Established CV Disease or CV Risk Factors The Outcome Reduction with Initial Glargine Intervention study (i.e., ORIGIN) was an open-label, randomized, 2-by-2, factorial design study. One intervention in ORIGIN compared the effect of insulin glargine to standard care on major adverse cardiovascular (CV) outcomes in 12,537 adults ≥ 50 years of age with; Abnormal glucose levels (i.e., impaired fasting glucose [IFG] and/or impaired glucose tolerance [IGT]) or early type 2 diabetes mellitus and Established CV disease or CV risk factors at baseline. The objective of the study was to demonstrate that insulin glargine use could significantly lower the risk of major CV outcomes compared to standard care. There were two coprimary composite CV endpoints. The first coprimary endpoint was the time to first occurrence of a major adverse CV event defined as the composite of CV death, nonfatal myocardial infarction and nonfatal stroke. The second coprimary endpoint was the time to the first occurrence of CV death or nonfatal myocardial infarction or nonfatal stroke or revascularization procedure or hospitalization for heart failure. Patients were randomized to either insulin glargine (N = 6,264) titrated to a goal fasting plasma glucose of ≤ 95 mg/dL or to standard care (N = 6,273). Anthropometric and disease characteristics were balanced at baseline. The mean age was 64 years and 8% of patients were 75 years of age or older. The majority of patients were male (65%). Fifty nine percent were Caucasian, 25% were Latin, 10% were Asian and 3% were Black. The median baseline BMI was 29 kg/m 2 . Approximately 12% of patients had abnormal glucose levels (IGT and/or IFG) at baseline and 88% had type 2 diabetes. For patients with type 2 diabetes, 59% were treated with a single oral antidiabetic drug, 23% had known diabetes but were on no antidiabetic drug and 6% were newly diagnosed during the screening procedure. The mean HbA1c (SD) at baseline was 6.5% (1.0). Fifty-nine percent of patients had a prior CV event and 39% had documented coronary artery disease or other CV risk factors. Vital status was available for 99.9% and 99.8% of patients randomized to insulin glargine and standard care respectively at end of study. The median duration of follow-up was 6.2 years (range: 8 days to 7.9 years). The mean HbA1c (SD) at the end of the study was 6.5% (1.1) and 6.8% (1.2) in the insulin glargine and standard care group respectively. The median dose of insulin glargine at end of study was 0.45 U/kg. Eighty-one percent of patients randomized to insulin glargine were using insulin glargine at end of the study. The mean change in body weight from baseline to the last treatment visit was 2.2 kg greater in the insulin glargine group than in the standard care group. Overall, the incidence of major adverse CV outcomes was similar between groups (see Table 14). All-cause mortality was also similar between groups. Table 14: Cardiovascular Outcomes in ORIGIN in Patients with Established CV Disease or CV Risk Factors – Time to First Event Analyses Insulin Glargine N = 6,264 Standard Care N = 6,273 Insulin Glargine vs Standard Care n (Events per 100 PY) n (Events per 100 PY) Hazard Ratio (95% CI) Coprimary endpoints CV death, nonfatal myocardial infarction, or nonfatal stroke 1041 (2.9) 1013 (2.9) 1.02 (0.94, 1.11) CV death, nonfatal myocardial infarction, nonfatal stroke, hospitalization for heart failure or revascularization procedure 1792 (5.5) 1727 (5.3) 1.04 (0.97, 1.11) Components of coprimary endpoints CV death 580 576 1.00 (0.89, 1.13) Myocardial Infarction (fatal or nonfatal) 336 326 1.03 (0.88, 1.19) Stroke (fatal or nonfatal) 331 319 1.03 (0.89, 1.21) Revascularizations 908 860 1.06 (0.96, 1.16) Hospitalization for heart failure 310 343 0.90 (0.77, 1.05) In the ORIGIN study, the overall incidence of cancer (all types combined) or death from cancer (Table 15) was similar between treatment groups. Table 15: Cancer Outcomes in ORIGIN – Time to First Event Analyses Insulin Glargine N = 6,264 Standard Care N = 6,273 Insulin Glargine vs Standard Care n (Events per 100 PY) n (Events per 100 PY) Hazard Ratio (95% CI) Cancer endpoints Any cancer event (new or recurrent) 559 (1.56) 561 (1.56) 0.99 (0.88, 1.11) New cancer events 524 (1.46) 535 (1.49) 0.96 (0.85, 1.09) Death due to Cancer 189 (0.51) 201 (0.54) 0.94 (0.77, 1.15)
Clinical Studies Table
Treatment duration Treatment in combination with | Study A 28 weeks Regular insulin | Study B 28 weeks Regular insulin | Study C 16 weeks Insulin lispro | |||
Insulin Glargine | NPH | Insulin Glargine | NPH | Insulin Glargine | NPH | |
Number of subjects treated | 292 | 293 | 264 | 270 | 310 | 309 |
HbA1c | ||||||
Baseline HbA1c | 8.0 | 8.0 | 7.7 | 7.7 | 7.6 | 7.7 |
Adjusted mean change at study end | +0.2 | +0.1 | -0.2 | -0.2 | -0.1 | -0.1 |
Treatment Difference (95% CI) | +0.1 (0.0; +0.2) | +0.1 (-0.1; +0.2) | 0.0 (-0.1; +0.1) | |||
Basal insulin dose | ||||||
Baseline mean | 21 | 23 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 28 |
Mean change from baseline | -2 | 0 | -4 | +2 | -5 | +1 |
Total insulin dose | ||||||
Baseline mean | 48 | 52 | 50 | 51 | 50 | 50 |
Mean change from baseline | -1 | 0 | 0 | +4 | -3 | 0 |
Fasting blood glucose (mg/dL) | ||||||
Baseline mean | 167 | 166 | 166 | 175 | 175 | 173 |
Adj. mean change from baseline | -21 | -16 | -20 | -17 | -29 | -12 |
Body weight (kg) | ||||||
Baseline mean | 73.2 | 74.8 | 75.5 | 75.0 | 74.8 | 75.6 |
Mean change from baseline | 0.1 | -0.0 | 0.7 | 1.0 | 0.1 | 0.5 |
Geriatric Use
8.5 Geriatric Use Of the total number of subjects in controlled clinical studies of patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes who were treated with insulin glargine, 15% (n=316) were ≥ 65 years of age and 2% (n=42) were ≥ 75 years of age. No overall differecnes in safety or effectiveness of insulin glargine have been observed between patients 65 years of age and older and younger adult patients. Nevertheless, caution should be exercised when SEMGLEE is administered to geriatric patients. In geriatric patients with diabetes, the initial dosing, dosage increments, and maintenance dosage should be conservative to avoid hypoglycemic reactions. Hypoglycemia may be difficult to recognize in geriatric patients.
Pediatric Use
8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of insulin glargine products to improve glycemic control in pediatric patients with diabetes mellitus have been established. Use of insulin glargine for this indication is supported by evidence from an adequate and well-controlled study (Study D) in 174 insulin glargine-treated pediatric patients aged 6 to 15 years with type 1 diabetes mellitus and from adequate and well-controlled studies of insulin glargine in adults with diabetes mellitus [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) , Clinical Studies (14.2)] . In the pediatric clinical study, pediatric patients with type 1 diabetes had a higher incidence of severe symptomatic hypoglycemia compared to the adults in studies with type 1 diabetes [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)].
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Published studies with use of insulin glargine products during pregnancy have not reported a clear association with insulin glargine products and adverse developmental outcomes (see Data ). There are risks to the mother and fetus associated with poorly controlled diabetes in pregnancy (see Clinical Considerations ). Rats and rabbits were exposed to insulin glargine in animal reproduction studies during organogenesis, respectively 50 times and 10 times the human subcutaneous dosage of 0.2 units/kg/day. Overall, the effects of insulin glargine did not generally differ from those observed with regular human insulin (see Data ). In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2% to 4% and 15% to 20%, respectively. The estimated background risk of major birth defects is 6% to 10% in women with pregestational diabetes with a peri-conceptional HbA1c >7 and has been reported to be as high as 20% to 25% in women with a peri-conceptional HbA1c >10. The estimated background risk of miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. Clinical Considerations Disease-Associated Maternal and/or Embryo-fetal Risk Hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia occur more frequently during pregnancy in patients with pre-gestational diabetes. Poorly controlled diabetes in pregnancy increases the maternal risk for diabetic ketoacidosis, preeclampsia, spontaneous abortions, preterm delivery, and delivery complications. Poorly controlled diabetes increases the fetal risk for major birth defects, stillbirth, and macrosomia-related morbidity. Data Human Data Published data do not report a clear association with insulin glargine products and major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes when insulin glargine is used during pregnancy. However, these studies cannot definitely establish the absence of any risk because of methodological limitations including small sample size and some lacking comparator groups. Animal Data Subcutaneous reproduction and teratology studies have been performed with insulin glargine and regular human insulin in rats and Himalayan rabbits. Insulin glargine was given to female rats before mating, during mating, and throughout pregnancy at doses up to 0.36 mg/kg/day, which is approximately 50 times the recommended human subcutaneous starting dosage of 0.2 units/kg/day (0.007 mg/kg/day), on a mg/kg basis. In rabbits, doses of 0.072 mg/kg/day, which is approximately 10 times the recommended human subcutaneous starting dosage of 0.2 units/kg/day on a mg/kg basis, were administered during organogenesis. The effects of insulin glargine did not generally differ from those observed with regular human insulin in rats or rabbits. However, in rabbits, five fetuses from two litters of the high-dose group exhibited dilation of the cerebral ventricles. Fertility and early embryonic development appeared normal.
Use In Specific Populations
8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Published studies with use of insulin glargine products during pregnancy have not reported a clear association with insulin glargine products and adverse developmental outcomes (see Data ). There are risks to the mother and fetus associated with poorly controlled diabetes in pregnancy (see Clinical Considerations ). Rats and rabbits were exposed to insulin glargine in animal reproduction studies during organogenesis, respectively 50 times and 10 times the human subcutaneous dosage of 0.2 units/kg/day. Overall, the effects of insulin glargine did not generally differ from those observed with regular human insulin (see Data ). In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2% to 4% and 15% to 20%, respectively. The estimated background risk of major birth defects is 6% to 10% in women with pregestational diabetes with a peri-conceptional HbA1c >7 and has been reported to be as high as 20% to 25% in women with a peri-conceptional HbA1c >10. The estimated background risk of miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. Clinical Considerations Disease-Associated Maternal and/or Embryo-fetal Risk Hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia occur more frequently during pregnancy in patients with pre-gestational diabetes. Poorly controlled diabetes in pregnancy increases the maternal risk for diabetic ketoacidosis, preeclampsia, spontaneous abortions, preterm delivery, and delivery complications. Poorly controlled diabetes increases the fetal risk for major birth defects, stillbirth, and macrosomia-related morbidity. Data Human Data Published data do not report a clear association with insulin glargine products and major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes when insulin glargine is used during pregnancy. However, these studies cannot definitely establish the absence of any risk because of methodological limitations including small sample size and some lacking comparator groups. Animal Data Subcutaneous reproduction and teratology studies have been performed with insulin glargine and regular human insulin in rats and Himalayan rabbits. Insulin glargine was given to female rats before mating, during mating, and throughout pregnancy at doses up to 0.36 mg/kg/day, which is approximately 50 times the recommended human subcutaneous starting dosage of 0.2 units/kg/day (0.007 mg/kg/day), on a mg/kg basis. In rabbits, doses of 0.072 mg/kg/day, which is approximately 10 times the recommended human subcutaneous starting dosage of 0.2 units/kg/day on a mg/kg basis, were administered during organogenesis. The effects of insulin glargine did not generally differ from those observed with regular human insulin in rats or rabbits. However, in rabbits, five fetuses from two litters of the high-dose group exhibited dilation of the cerebral ventricles. Fertility and early embryonic development appeared normal. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary There are either no or only limited data on the presence of insulin glargine products in human milk, the effects on breastfed infant, or the effects on milk production. Endogenous insulin is present in human milk. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother's clinical need for SEMGLEE, and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from SEMGLEE or from the underlying maternal condition. 8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of insulin glargine products to improve glycemic control in pediatric patients with diabetes mellitus have been established. Use of insulin glargine for this indication is supported by evidence from an adequate and well-controlled study (Study D) in 174 insulin glargine-treated pediatric patients aged 6 to 15 years with type 1 diabetes mellitus and from adequate and well-controlled studies of insulin glargine in adults with diabetes mellitus [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) , Clinical Studies (14.2)] . In the pediatric clinical study, pediatric patients with type 1 diabetes had a higher incidence of severe symptomatic hypoglycemia compared to the adults in studies with type 1 diabetes [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)]. 8.5 Geriatric Use Of the total number of subjects in controlled clinical studies of patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes who were treated with insulin glargine, 15% (n=316) were ≥ 65 years of age and 2% (n=42) were ≥ 75 years of age. No overall differecnes in safety or effectiveness of insulin glargine have been observed between patients 65 years of age and older and younger adult patients. Nevertheless, caution should be exercised when SEMGLEE is administered to geriatric patients. In geriatric patients with diabetes, the initial dosing, dosage increments, and maintenance dosage should be conservative to avoid hypoglycemic reactions. Hypoglycemia may be difficult to recognize in geriatric patients. 8.6 Renal Impairment The effect of kidney impairment on the pharmacokinetics of insulin glargine products has not been studied. Some studies with human insulin have shown increased circulating levels of insulin in patients with kidney failure. Frequent glucose monitoring and dosage adjustment may be necessary for SEMGLEE in patients with kidney impairment [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ]. 8.7 Hepatic Impairment The effect of hepatic impairment on the pharmacokinetics of insulin glargine products has not been studied. Frequent glucose monitoring and dosage adjustment may be necessary for SEMGLEE in patients with hepatic impairment [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] .
How Supplied
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING 16.1 How Supplied SEMGLEE (insulin glargine-yfgn) injection is supplied as a clear and colorless solution containing 100 units/mL (U-100) available as follows: SEMGLEE NDC Number Package Size 10 mL multiple-dose vial 83257-011-11 1 vial 3 mL single-patient-use prefilled pen 83257-012-31 1 pen 83257-012-32 3 pens 83257-012-33 5 pens Additional Information about SEMGLEE: The SEMGLEE prefilled pen dials in 1-unit increments. Needles are not included in the packs. BD ® Ultra-Fine needles are compatible with this pen. 16.2 Storage Dispense in the original sealed carton with the enclosed Instructions for Use. Store unused SEMGLEE in a refrigerator between 2° to 8°C (36° to 46°F). Do not freeze. Discard SEMGLEE if it has been frozen. Protect SEMGLEE from direct heat and light. Storage conditions are summarized in the following table: Not in-use (unopened) Refrigerated (2° to 8°C [36° to 46°F]) Not in-use (unopened) Room Temperature (up to 30°C [86°F]) In-use (opened) (see temperature below) 10 mL multiple-dose vial Until expiration date 28 days 28 days Refrigerated or room temperature 3 mL single-patient-use prefilled pen Until expiration date 28 days 28 days Room temperature only (Do not refrigerate)
How Supplied Table
SEMGLEE | NDCNumber | PackageSize |
10 mL multiple-dose vial | 83257-011-11 | 1 vial |
3 mL single-patient-use prefilled pen | 83257-012-31 | 1 pen |
83257-012-32 | 3 pens | |
83257-012-33 | 5 pens |
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