Angeliq .5 mg/1
drospirenone and estradiol · TABLET, FILM COATED · Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Angeliq is a tablet, film coated containing drospirenone and estradiol at .5 mg/1, taken oral. Manufactured by Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc..
Key Facts
- Brand Name
- Angeliq
- Generic Name
- drospirenone and estradiol
- NDC Code (Product)
50419-483- Manufacturer
- Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
- Strength
- .5 mg/1
- Dosage Form
- TABLET, FILM COATED
- Route
- ORAL
- Marketing Status
- Application #
- NDA021355
- Drug Class
- Estrogen [EPC]; Progestin [EPC]
- Marketing Start
- 11/28/2005
Recall History
No Recall HistorySide Effects Reported to FDA
FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects
Full Prescribing Information
Indications & Usage
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Use estrogen, alone or in combination with a progestogen, at the lowest effective dose and the shortest duration consistent with treatment goals and risks for the individual woman. Re-evaluate postmenopausal women periodically as clinically appropriate to determine whether treatment is still necessary. Angeliq is a combination of an estrogen and progestin indicated in a woman with a uterus for the treatment of: Moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms due to menopause. ( 1.1 ) Moderate to severe vulvar and vaginal atrophy symptoms due to menopause. ( 1.2 ) Limitation of Use When prescribing solely for the treatment of moderate to severe symptoms of vulvar and vaginal atrophy, first consider the use of topical vaginal products. 1.1 Treatment of Moderate to Severe Vasomotor Symptoms due to Menopause Angeliq 0.25 mg drospirenone (DRSP)/0.5 mg estradiol (E2) is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms due to menopause in a woman with a uterus. Angeliq 0.5 mg DRSP/1 mg E2 is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms associated due to menopause in a woman with a uterus. 1.2 Treatment of Moderate to Severe Symptom…
Dosage & Administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Each pack of Angeliq covers 28 days of treatment. Treatment is continuous, which means that the next pack follows immediately without a break. The tablets are to be swallowed whole with some liquid irrespective of food intake and should preferably be taken at the same time every day. In case a tablet is forgotten, it should be taken as soon as possible. If more than 24 hours have elapsed, the missed tablet should not be taken. If several tablets are forgotten, bleeding may occur. Women who do not take estrogens or women who change from a continuous combination product may start treatment at any time. Women changing from a continuous sequential or cyclic hormone therapy (HT) should complete the current cycle of therapy before initiating Angeliq therapy. Start therapy with Angeliq 0.25 mg drospirenone (DRSP)/0.5 mg estradiol (E2) once daily for the treatment of moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms due to menopause. Dosage adjustment should be guided by the clinical response ( 2.1 ) Start therapy with Angeliq 0.5 mg DRSP/1 mg E2 once daily for the treatment of moderate to severe vulvar and vaginal atrophy due to menopause ( 2.2 ) 2.1 Treatment of Moderate …
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Angeliq is contraindicated in women with any of the following conditions: Undiagnosed abnormal genital bleeding [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] . Breast cancer or a history of breast cancer [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ]. Estrogen-dependent neoplasia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ]. Active DVT, PE or history of these conditions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. Active arterial thromboembolic disease (for example, stroke and MI) or history of these conditions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. Renal Impairment [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) , Use in Specific Populations (8.7) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. Hepatic impairment or disease [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10) , Use in Specific Populations (8.6) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Adrenal insufficiency [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ]. Protein C, protein S, or antithrombin deficiency, or other known thrombophilic disorders Known anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, or hypersensitivity to Angeliq or any of its ingredients [see Adverse Reactions (6.2) ] Undiagnosed abnormal genital bleeding ( 4 , 5.3 ) Breast cancer or a history of breast cancer ( 4 , 5.3 ) Estr…
Drug Interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Inducers and inhibitors of CYP3A4 may affect estrogen drug metabolism and decrease or increase the estrogen plasma concentration. ( 7.1 ) Serum potassium concentration may increase in women taking drospirenone with other drugs that have the potential to increase potassium. ( 7.1 ) 7.1 Metabolic Interactions Effect of Drospirenone on Other Drugs The potential effect of DRSP on CYP2C19 activity was investigated in a clinical pharmacokinetic study using omeprazole as a marker substrate. No significant effect of DRSP on the systemic clearance of the CYP3A4 product omeprazole sulfone was found. These results demonstrated that DRSP did not inhibit CYP2C19 and CYP3A4 in vivo . Two further clinical drug-drug interaction studies using simvastatin and midazolam as marker substrates for CYP3A4, respectively, were performed and the results of these studies demonstrated that pharmacokinetics of the CYP3A4 substrates were not influenced by steady-state DRSP concentrations. Co-administration of DRSP and drugs that may increase serum potassium: There is a potential for an increase in serum potassium in women taking DRSP with other drugs that may affect electrolytes, such as ACE…
Adverse Reactions
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are discussed elsewhere in the labeling: Cardiovascular Disorders [see Boxed Warning , Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Malignant Neoplasms [see Boxed Warning , Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] The most common adverse reactions with Angeliq that occurred in at least 1% of users in clinical trials are: gastrointestinal and abdominal pain, female genital tract bleeding, breast pain and discomfort, and headache. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc. at 1-888-842-2937 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. From clinical trials with different dose formulations of Angeliq containing E2 dose ranging from 0.5 mg to 1.0 mg combined with DRSP dose ranging from 0.25 mg to 3 mg: The most common adverse reactions were gastrointestinal and abdominal pain, female genital bleeding, bre…
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Angeliq used for?
Angeliq contains drospirenone and estradiol. It is a tablet, film coated taken oral. Consult your doctor for specific uses.
Is Angeliq a controlled substance?
Angeliq is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.
What is the generic name for Angeliq?
The generic name for Angeliq is drospirenone and estradiol. There are no other listed brand versions of drospirenone and estradiol.
What is the NDC code for Angeliq .5 mg/1?
The NDC (National Drug Code) for Angeliq .5 mg/1 is 50419-483, listed by Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc..
Other Angeliq Dosages
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