JYNARQUE 30 mg/1
tolvaptan · TABLET · Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
JYNARQUE is a tablet containing tolvaptan at 30 mg/1, taken oral. Manufactured by Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc..
Key Facts
- Brand Name
- JYNARQUE
- Generic Name
- tolvaptan
- NDC Code (Product)
59148-083- Manufacturer
- Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
- Strength
- 30 mg/1
- Dosage Form
- TABLET
- Route
- ORAL
- Marketing Status
- Application #
- NDA204441
- Drug Class
- Vasopressin V2 Receptor Antagonist [EPC]
- Marketing Start
- 04/23/2018
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 JYNARQUE is indicated to slow kidney function decline in adults at risk of rapidly progressing autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD). JYNARQUE is a selective vasopressin V 2 -receptor antagonist indicated to slow kidney function decline in adults at risk of rapidly progressing autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) ( 1 )
Dosage & Administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Recommended dosage ( 2.1 ) Initial Dosage Titration Step Target Dosage 1st Dose 45 mg 1st Dose 60 mg 1st Dose 90 mg 2nd Dose (8 hours later) 15 mg 2nd Dose (8 hours later) 30 mg 2nd Dose (8 hours later) 30 mg Total Daily Dose 60 mg Total Daily Dose 90 mg Total Daily Dose 120 mg Dose adjustment is recommended for patients taking moderate CYP3A inhibitors ( 2.4 , 5.4 , 7.1 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosage The initial dosage for JYNARQUE is 60 mg orally per day as 45 mg taken on waking and 15 mg taken 8 hours later. Titrate to 60 mg plus 30 mg then to 90 mg plus 30 mg per day if tolerated with at least weekly intervals between titrations. Patients may down-titrate based on tolerability. Encourage patients to drink enough water to avoid thirst or dehydration. 2.2 Monitoring To mitigate the risk of significant or irreversible liver injury, perform blood testing for ALT, AST and bilirubin prior to initiation of JYNARQUE, at 2 and 4 weeks after initiation, monthly for 18 months and every 3 months thereafter . Monitor for concurrent symptoms that may indicate liver injury [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . 2.3 Missed Doses If a dose of JYNARQUE is not taken at the …
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS JYNARQUE is contraindicated in patients: With a history, signs or symptoms of significant liver impairment or injury. This contraindication does not apply to uncomplicated polycystic liver disease [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Taking strong CYP3A inhibitors With uncorrected abnormal blood sodium concentrations [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Unable to sense or respond to thirst [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Hypovolemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Hypersensitivity (e.g., anaphylaxis, rash) to tolvaptan or any component of the product [see Adverse Reactions (6) ] Uncorrected urinary outflow obstruction Anuria History of signs or symptoms of significant liver impairment or injury, does not include uncomplicated polycystic liver disease ( 4 ) Concomitant use of strong CYP3A inhibitors is contraindicated ( 4 ) Uncorrected abnormal blood sodium concentrations ( 4 , 5.3 ) Unable to sense or respond to thirst ( 4 ) Hypovolemia ( 4 ) Hypersensitivity to tolvaptan or any of its components ( 4 ) Uncorrected urinary outflow obstruction ( 4 ) Anuria ( 4 )
Drug Interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Avoid concomitant use with: Strong CYP3A Inducers ( 7.1 ) V 2 -Receptor Agonists ( 7.2 ) 7.1 CYP3A Inhibitors and Inducers CYP3A Inhibitors Tolvaptan's AUC was 5.4 times as large and Cmax was 3.5 times as large after co-administration of tolvaptan and 200 mg ketoconazole [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Larger doses of the strong CYP3A inhibitor would be expected to produce larger increases in tolvaptan exposure. Concomitant use of tolvaptan with strong CYP3A inhibitors is contraindicated [see Contraindications (4) ]. Dose reduction of JYNARQUE is recommended for patients while taking moderate CYP3A inhibitors [see Dosage and Administration (2.4) ]. Patients should avoid grapefruit juice beverages while taking JYNARQUE. Strong CYP3A Inducers Co-administration of JYNARQUE with strong CYP3A inducers reduces exposure to JYNARQUE [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. Avoid concomitant use of JYNARQUE with strong CYP3A inducers [see Dosage and Administration (2.4) ]. 7.2 V 2 -Receptor Agonist As a V 2 -receptor antagonist, tolvaptan will interfere with the V 2 -agonist activity of desmopressin (dDAVP). Avoid concomitant use of J…
Adverse Reactions
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in more detail in other sections of the labeling: Serious Liver Injury [see Boxed Warning and Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Hypernatremia, Dehydration and Hypovolemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Drug Interactions with Inhibitors of CYP3A [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Most common observed adverse reactions with JYNARQUE (incidence >10% and at least twice that for placebo) were thirst, polyuria, nocturia, pollakiuria and polydipsia ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. at 1-800-438-9927 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. JYNARQUE has been studied in over 3000 patients with ADPKD. Long-term, placebo-controlled safety information of JYNARQUE in ADPKD is principally derived from two trials where 1,413 subjects received tolvaptan and 1,098 recei…
Frequently Asked Questions
What is JYNARQUE used for?
JYNARQUE contains tolvaptan. It is a tablet taken oral. Consult your doctor for specific uses.
Is JYNARQUE a controlled substance?
JYNARQUE is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.
What is the generic name for JYNARQUE?
The generic name for JYNARQUE is tolvaptan. There are 11 other brand versions of tolvaptan.
What is the NDC code for JYNARQUE 30 mg/1?
The NDC (National Drug Code) for JYNARQUE 30 mg/1 is 59148-083, listed by Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc..