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ARISTADA 441 mg/1.6mL

aripiprazole lauroxil · INJECTION, SUSPENSION, EXTENDED RELEASE · Alkermes, Inc.

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ARISTADA is a injection, suspension, extended release containing aripiprazole lauroxil at 441 mg/1.6mL, taken intramuscular. Manufactured by Alkermes, Inc..

Key Facts

Brand Name
ARISTADA
Generic Name
aripiprazole lauroxil
NDC Code (Product)
65757-401
Manufacturer
Alkermes, Inc.
Strength
441 mg/1.6mL
Dosage Form
INJECTION, SUSPENSION, EXTENDED RELEASE
Route
INTRAMUSCULAR
Marketing Status
Application #
NDA207533
Marketing Start
10/05/2015

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

off label use1,090 reports
needle issue609 reports
injection site pain432 reports
drug ineffective268 reports
weight increased215 reports
product administered at inappropriate site206 reports
incorrect dose administered179 reports
therapeutic response shortened178 reports
hallucination, auditory173 reports
underdose169 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ARISTADA is indicated for the treatment of schizophrenia in adults [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )]. ARISTADA is an atypical antipsychotic indicated for the treatment of schizophrenia in adults ( 1 ).

Dosage & Administration

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Administer ARISTADA by intramuscular injection in the deltoid (441 mg dose only) or gluteal (441 mg, 662 mg, 882 mg or 1064 mg) muscle by a healthcare professional ( 2.1 ). For patients naïve to aripiprazole, establish tolerability with oral aripiprazole prior to initiating treatment with ARISTADA ( 2.1 ). There are two options for initiating treatment with ARISTADA: Option #1: Administer one injection of 675 mg of ARISTADA INITIO ® and one 30 mg dose of oral aripiprazole in conjunction with the first ARISTADA injection. ( 2.1 ). Option #2: Administer 21 consecutive days of oral aripiprazole in conjunction with the first ARISTADA injection ( 2.1 ). ARISTADA can be initiated at a dose of 441 mg, 662 mg or 882 mg administered monthly, 882 mg dose every 6 weeks, or 1064 mg dose every 2 months ( 2.1 ). Dosing regimen adjustments may be required for missed doses ( 2.2 ). Dose adjustments are required for 1) known CYP2D6 poor metabolizers and 2) for patients taking CYP3A4 inhibitors, CYP2D6 inhibitors, or CYP3A4 inducers for more than 2 weeks ( 2.4 ). 2.1 Recommended Dosage ARISTADA is only to be administered as an intramuscular injection by a healthcare profe

Contraindications

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS ARISTADA is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity reaction to aripiprazole. Hypersensitivity reactions have ranged from pruritus/urticaria to anaphylaxis [see Adverse Reactions ( 6 )]. Known hypersensitivity to aripiprazole ( 4 )

Drug Interactions

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS 7.1 Drugs Having Clinically Important Interactions with ARISTADA Table 10: Clinically Important Drug Interactions with ARISTADA Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors and CYP2D6 Inhibitors Clinical Impact: The concomitant use of oral aripiprazole with strong CYP3A4 or CYP2D6 inhibitors increased the exposure of aripiprazole compared to the use of oral aripiprazole alone [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )]. Intervention: With concomitant use of ARISTADA with a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor or CYP2D6 inhibitor for more than 2 weeks, reduce the ARISTADA dose [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 )]. Examples: itraconazole, clarithromycin, quinidine, fluoxetine, paroxetine Strong CYP3A4 Inducers Clinical Impact: The concomitant use of oral aripiprazole and carbamazepine decreased the exposure of aripiprazole compared to the use of oral aripiprazole alone [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )]. Intervention: With concomitant use of ARISTADA with a strong CYP3A4 inducer for more than 2 weeks consider increasing the ARISTADA dose [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 )]. Examples: carbamazepine, rifampin Antihypertensive Drugs Clinical Impact: Due to its alpha adrenergic antagonism, aripipra

Adverse Reactions

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following are discussed in more details in other sections of the labeling: Increased Mortality in Elderly Patients with Dementia-related Psychosis [see Boxed Warning , Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Cerebrovascular Adverse Reactions, Including Stroke [see Boxed Warning , Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Tardive Dyskinesia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] Metabolic Changes [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] Pathological Gambling and Other Compulsive Behaviors [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 )] Orthostatic Hypotension [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 )] Falls [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.9 )] Leukopenia, Neutropenia, and Agranulocytosis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.10 )] Seizures [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.11 )] Potential for Cognitive and Motor Impairment [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.12 )] Body Temperature Regulation [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.13 )] Dysphagia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.14 )] Most commonly observed adverse reaction with ARISTADA (incidence ≥5% and at least twice that for placebo) was akathisia ( 6.1 ). To report SUSPEC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ARISTADA used for?

ARISTADA contains aripiprazole lauroxil. It is a injection, suspension, extended release taken intramuscular. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is ARISTADA a controlled substance?

ARISTADA is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for ARISTADA?

The generic name for ARISTADA is aripiprazole lauroxil. There are 1 other brand versions of aripiprazole lauroxil.

What is the NDC code for ARISTADA 441 mg/1.6mL?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for ARISTADA 441 mg/1.6mL is 65757-401, listed by Alkermes, Inc..

Product NDC

65757-401

Package NDC

65757-401-03

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