Arakoda 100 mg/1
Tafenoquine · TABLET, FILM COATED · 60 Degrees Pharmaceuticals, INC.
Arakoda is a tablet, film coated containing tafenoquine at 100 mg/1, taken oral. Manufactured by 60 Degrees Pharmaceuticals, INC..
Key Facts
- Brand Name
- Arakoda
- Generic Name
- Tafenoquine
- NDC Code (Product)
71475-257- Manufacturer
- 60 Degrees Pharmaceuticals, INC.
- Strength
- 100 mg/1
- Dosage Form
- TABLET, FILM COATED
- Route
- ORAL
- Marketing Status
- Application #
- NDA210607
- Marketing Start
- 08/20/2018
Recall History
No Recall HistoryFull Prescribing Information
Indications & Usage
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ARAKODA is indicated for the prophylaxis of malaria in patients aged 18 years and older. ARAKODA is an antimalarial indicated for the prophylaxis of malaria in patients aged 18 years and older. ( 1 )
Dosage & Administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION • All patients must be tested for glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency prior to prescribing ARAKODA. ( 2.1 ) • Pregnancy testing is recommended for females of reproductive potential prior to initiating treatment with ARAKODA. ( 2.1 ) Regimen Name Timing Dosage Loading regimen For each of the 3 days before travel to a malarious area 200 mg (2 of the 100 mg tablets) once daily for 3 days Maintenance regimen While in the malarious area 200 mg (2 of the 100 mg tablets) once weekly – start 7 days after the last loading regimen dose Terminal prophylaxis regimen In the week following exit from the malarious area 200 mg (2 of the 100 mg tablets) one-time 7 days after the last maintenance dose • Administer ARAKODA with food. ( 2.2 ) • See full prescribing information for instructions on how to replace missed doses. ( 2.2 ) 2.1 Tests to be Performed Prior to ARAKODA Dose Initiation All patients must be tested for glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency prior to prescribing ARAKODA [see Contraindications ( 4 ), Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . Pregnancy testing is recommended for females of reproductive potential prior to initiating tr…
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS ARAKODA is contraindicated in: • patients with G6PD deficiency or unknown G6PD status due to the risk of hemolytic anemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . • breastfeeding by a lactating woman when the infant is found to be G6PD deficient or if the G6PD status of the infant is unknown [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 ), Use in Specific Populations ( 8.2 )] . • patients with a history of psychotic disorders or current psychotic symptoms (i.e., hallucinations, delusions, and/or grossly disorganized behavior) [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] • patients with known hypersensitivity reactions to tafenoquine, other 8-aminoquinolines, or any component of ARAKODA [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] . • G6PD deficiency or unknown G6PD status ( 4 ) • Breastfeeding by a lactating woman when the infant is found to be G6PD deficient or if G6PD status is unknown ( 4 , 8.2 ) • Patients with a history of psychotic disorders or current psychotic symptoms ( 4 , 5.4 ) • Known hypersensitivity reactions to tafenoquine, other 8-aminoquinolines, or any component of ARAKODA. ( 4 )
Drug Interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Avoid co-administration with drugs that are substrates of organic cation transporter-2 (OCT2) or multidrug and toxin extrusion (MATE) transporters ( 7.1 ) 7.1 Effect of ARAKODA on Organic Cation Transporter-2 (OCT2) and Multidrug and Toxin Extrusion (MATE) Substrates The effect of coadministration of tafenoquine on the pharmacokinetics of OCT2 and MATE substrates in humans is unknown. However, in vitro observations suggest the potential for increased concentrations of these substrates [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] which may increase the risk of toxicity of these drugs. Avoid coadministration of ARAKODA with OCT2 and MATE substrates (e.g., dofetilide, metformin). If coadministration cannot be avoided, monitor for drug-related toxicities and consider dosage reduction if needed based on approved product labeling of the coadministered drug.
Adverse Reactions
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions observed with ARAKODA are discussed in detail in the Warnings and Precautions section: • Hemolytic Anemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] • Methemoglobinemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] • Psychiatric Effects [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] • Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] The most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥1%) were: headache, dizziness, back pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, increased alanine aminotransferase (ALT), motion sickness, insomnia, depression, abnormal dreams, anxiety. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact 60 Degrees Pharmaceuticals at 1-888-834-0225 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 with rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The safety of tafenoquine was studied in clinical trials at various doses and regimens in 3,184 subjects. The recommended …
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arakoda used for?
Arakoda contains Tafenoquine. It is a tablet, film coated taken oral. Consult your doctor for specific uses.
Is Arakoda a controlled substance?
Arakoda is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.
What is the generic name for Arakoda?
The generic name for Arakoda is Tafenoquine. There are 2 other brand versions of Tafenoquine.
What is the NDC code for Arakoda 100 mg/1?
The NDC (National Drug Code) for Arakoda 100 mg/1 is 71475-257, listed by 60 Degrees Pharmaceuticals, INC..