Epclusa 150 mg/1
Velpatasvir and Sofosbuvir · PELLET · Gilead Sciences, Inc.
Epclusa is an oral medication used to treat hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. It contains two active ingredients that work together to stop the virus from replicating in the body.
Key Facts
- Brand Name
- Epclusa
- Generic Name
- Velpatasvir and Sofosbuvir
- NDC Code (Product)
61958-2205- Manufacturer
- Gilead Sciences, Inc.
- Strength
- 150 mg/1
- Dosage Form
- PELLET
- Route
- ORAL
- Marketing Status
- Application #
- NDA214187
- Drug Class
- Hepatitis C Virus NS5A Inhibitor [EPC]; Hepatitis C Virus Nucleotide Analog NS5B Polymerase Inhibitor [EPC]
- Marketing Start
- 06/10/2021
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 EPCLUSA is indicated for the treatment of adults and pediatric patients 3 years of age and older with chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) genotype 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 infection [see Dosage and Administration (2.2 , 2.3 , 2.4) and Clinical Studies (14) ] : without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis with decompensated cirrhosis for use in combination with ribavirin. EPCLUSA is a fixed-dose combination of sofosbuvir, a hepatitis C virus (HCV) nucleotide analog NS5B polymerase inhibitor, and velpatasvir, an HCV NS5A inhibitor, and is indicated for the treatment of adults and pediatric patients 3 years of age and older with chronic HCV genotype 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 infection ( 1 ): without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis with decompensated cirrhosis for use in combination with ribavirin.
Dosage & Administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Testing prior to the initiation of therapy: Test all patients for HBV infection by measuring HBsAg and anti-HBc. ( 2.1 ) See recommended treatment regimen and duration in patients 3 years of age and older with genotypes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 HCV in table below: ( 2.2 ) Patient Population Regimen and Duration Treatment-naïve and treatment-experienced In clinical trials, regimens contained peginterferon alfa/ribavirin with or without an HCV NS3/4A protease inhibitor (boceprevir, simeprevir, or telaprevir). , without cirrhosis and with compensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh A) EPCLUSA 12 weeks Treatment-naïve and treatment-experienced , with decompensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh B and C) EPCLUSA + ribavirin 12 weeks Recommended dosage in adults: One tablet (400 mg of sofosbuvir and 100 mg of velpatasvir) taken orally once daily with or without food. ( 2.3 ) Recommended dosage in pediatric patients 3 years and older: Recommended dosage is based on weight. Refer to Table 2 of the full prescribing information for specific dosing guidelines based on body weight. ( 2.4 ) For pediatric patients less than 6 years of age, administer EPCLUSA oral pellets with food. ( 2.4 ) I…
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS EPCLUSA and ribavirin combination regimen is contraindicated in patients for whom ribavirin is contraindicated. Refer to the ribavirin prescribing information for a list of contraindications for ribavirin [see Dosage and Administration (2.2 , 2.3 , 2.4) ]. EPCLUSA and ribavirin combination regimen is contraindicated in patients for whom ribavirin is contraindicated. ( 4 )
Drug Interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS P-gp inducers and/or moderate to strong CYP inducers (e.g., rifampin, St. John's wort, carbamazepine): May decrease concentrations of sofosbuvir and/or velpatasvir. Use of EPCLUSA with P-gp inducers and/or moderate to strong CYP inducers is not recommended. ( 5.3 , 7 ) Consult the full prescribing information prior to use for potential drug interactions. ( 5.2 , 5.3 , 7 ) Clearance of HCV infection with direct acting antivirals may lead to changes in hepatic function, which may impact safe and effective use of concomitant medications. Frequent monitoring of relevant laboratory parameters (INR or blood glucose) and dose adjustments of certain concomitant medications may be necessary. ( 7.3 ) 7.1 Potential for Other Drugs to Affect EPCLUSA Sofosbuvir and velpatasvir are substrates of drug transporters P-gp and BCRP while GS-331007 (the predominant circulating metabolite of sofosbuvir) is not. In vitro, slow metabolic turnover of velpatasvir by CYP2B6, CYP2C8, and CYP3A4 was observed. Drugs that are inducers of P-gp and/or moderate to strong inducers of CYP2B6, CYP2C8, or CYP3A4 (e.g., rifampin, St. John's wort, carbamazepine) may decrease plasma concentrations of …
Adverse Reactions
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are described below and elsewhere in labeling: Serious Symptomatic Bradycardia When Coadministered with Amiodarone [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ]. The most common adverse reactions (incidence greater than or equal to 10%, all grades) observed in adults and pediatric subjects 6 years of age and older with treatment with EPCLUSA for 12 weeks are headache and fatigue. ( 6.1 ) The most common adverse reactions (incidence greater than or equal to 10%, grade 1 or 2) observed in pediatric subjects less than 6 years of age are vomiting and product use issue (spitting up the drug). ( 6.1 ) The most common adverse reactions (incidence greater than or equal to 10%, all grades) observed with treatment with EPCLUSA and ribavirin for 12 weeks in adult patients with decompensated cirrhosis are fatigue, anemia, nausea, headache, insomnia, and diarrhea. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Gilead Sciences, Inc. at 1-800-GILEAD-5 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 th…
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Epclusa used for?
Epclusa is an oral medication used to treat hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. It contains two active ingredients that work together to stop the virus from replicating in the body.
Is Epclusa a controlled substance?
Epclusa is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.
What is the generic name for Epclusa?
The generic name for Epclusa is Velpatasvir and Sofosbuvir. There are 1 other brand versions of Velpatasvir and Sofosbuvir.
What is the NDC code for Epclusa 150 mg/1?
The NDC (National Drug Code) for Epclusa 150 mg/1 is 61958-2205, listed by Gilead Sciences, Inc..