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DIMETHYL FUMARATE

dimethyl fumarate · KIT · Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

2 Recalls on Record
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DIMETHYL FUMARATE is a kit containing dimethyl fumarate. Manufactured by Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc..

Key Facts

Brand Name
DIMETHYL FUMARATE
Generic Name
dimethyl fumarate
NDC Code (Product)
31722-680
Manufacturer
Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Dosage Form
KIT
Marketing Status
Application #
ANDA210500
Marketing Start
09/24/2020

Recall History

2 Recalls on Record
Class III06/23/2020

Biogen MA Inc.

cGMP deviations: one lot of the product was distributed to US Markets despite being rejected during in-process control.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II11/14/2014

Attix Pharmaceuticals

Penicillin Cross Contamination: All lots of all products repackaged and distributed between 01/05/12 and 02/12/15 are being recalled because they were repackaged in a facility with penicillin products without adequate separation which could introduce the potential for cross contamination with penicillin.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Dimethyl fumarate delayed-release capsules are indicated for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), to include clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease, in adults. Dimethyl fumarate is indicated for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), to include clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease, in adults ( 1 )

Dosage & Administration

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Starting dose: 120 mg twice a day, orally, for 7 days ( 2.1 ) Maintenance dose after 7 days: 240 mg twice a day, orally ( 2.1 ) Swallow dimethyl fumarate delayed-release capsules whole and intact. Do not crush, chew, or sprinkle capsule contents on food ( 2.1 ) Take dimethyl fumarate delayed-release capsule with or without food ( 2.1 ) 2.1 Dosing Information The starting dose for dimethyl fumarate delayed-release capsules are 120 mg twice a day orally. After 7 days, the dose should be increased to the maintenance dose of 240 mg twice a day orally. Temporary dose reductions to 120 mg twice a day may be considered for individuals who do not tolerate the maintenance dose. Within 4 weeks, the recommended dose of 240 mg twice a day should be resumed. Discontinuation of dimethyl fumarate delayed-release capsules should be considered for patients unable to tolerate return to the maintenance dose. The incidence of flushing may be reduced by administration of dimethyl fumarate delayed-release capsules with food. Alternatively, administration of non-enteric coated aspirin (up to a dose of 325 mg) 30 minutes prior to dimethyl fumarate delayed-release capsule dosing

Contraindications

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Dimethyl fumarate is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to dimethyl fumarate or to any of the excipients of dimethyl fumarate. Reactions have included anaphylaxis and angioedema [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. Known hypersensitivity to dimethyl fumarate or any of the excipients of dimethyl fumarate. ( 4 )

Adverse Reactions

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following important adverse reactions are described elsewhere in labeling: Anaphylaxis and Angioedema [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ]. Herpes Zoster and Other Serious Opportunistic Infections [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ]. Lymphopenia [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ]. Liver Injury [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ]. Flushing [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ]. Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥10% and ≥2% placebo) were flushing, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and nausea. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact MSN pharmaceuticals Inc. at 1-855-668-2369 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 trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in clinical practice. The most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥10% and ≥2% more than placebo) for dimethyl fumarate were flushing, abdominal pain, diarrhe

Frequently Asked Questions

What is DIMETHYL FUMARATE used for?

DIMETHYL FUMARATE contains dimethyl fumarate. It is a kit taken as directed. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is DIMETHYL FUMARATE a controlled substance?

DIMETHYL FUMARATE is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for DIMETHYL FUMARATE?

The generic name for DIMETHYL FUMARATE is dimethyl fumarate. There are 9 other brand versions of dimethyl fumarate.

What is the NDC code for DIMETHYL FUMARATE ?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for DIMETHYL FUMARATE is 31722-680, listed by Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc..