Latuda 40 mg/1

lurasidone hydrochloride · TABLET, FILM COATED · Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.

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Latuda is a prescription medication containing lurasidone that is used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar depression in adults. It works as an antipsychotic and should be taken by mouth as directed by your doctor.

Key Facts

Brand Name: Latuda
Generic Name: lurasidone hydrochloride
NDC Code (Product): 63402-304
Manufacturer: Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
Strength: 40 mg/1
Dosage Form: TABLET, FILM COATED
Route: ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #: NDA200603
Marketing Start: 10/28/2010

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

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

off label use2,062 reports

drug ineffective1,846 reports

anxiety1,233 reports

feeling abnormal1,168 reports

depression1,131 reports

weight increased1,091 reports

somnolence1,072 reports

nausea1,046 reports

insomnia1,012 reports

suicidal ideation968 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE LATUDA is indicated for: Treatment of adult and adolescent patients (13 to 17 years) with schizophrenia [see Clinical Studies ( 14.1 )] . Monotherapy treatment of adult and pediatric patients (10 to 17 years) with major depressive episode associated with bipolar I disorder (bipolar depression) [see Clinical Studies ( 14.2 )] . Adjunctive treatment with lithium or valproate in adult patients with major depressive episode associated with bipolar I disorder (bipolar depression) [see Clinical Studies ( 14.2 )] . LATUDA is an atypical antipsychotic indicated for the treatment of: Schizophrenia in adults and adolescents (13 to 17 years) ( 1 , 14.1 ) Depressive episode associated with Bipolar I Disorder (bipolar depression) in adults and pediatric patients (10 to 17 years) as monotherapy ( 1 , 14.2 ) Depressive episode associated with Bipolar I Disorder (bipolar depression) in adults as adjunctive therapy with lithium or valproate ( 1 , 14.2 )

Dosage & Administration

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION LATUDA should be taken with food (at least 350 calories). Administration with food substantially increases the absorption of LATUDA ( 2.3 , 12.3 ). Indication Starting Dose Recommended Dose Schizophrenia – adults ( 2.1 ) 40 mg per day 40 mg to 160 mg per day Schizophrenia –adolescents (13 to 17 years) ( 2.1 ) 40 mg per day 40 mg to 80 mg per day Bipolar Depression - adults ( 2.2 ) 20 mg per day 20 mg to 120 mg per day Bipolar Depression –pediatric patients (10 to 17 years) ( 2.2 ) 20 mg per day 20 mg to 80 mg per day Moderate and Severe Renal Impairment: Recommended starting dose is 20 mg per day, and the maximum recommended dose is 80 mg per day ( 2.4, 8.6 ). Moderate and Severe Hepatic Impairment: Recommended starting dose is 20 mg per day. The maximum recommended dose is 80 mg per day in moderate hepatic impairment and 40 mg per day in severe hepatic impairment ( 2.5, 8.7 ). Concomitant Use of a Moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor (e.g., diltiazem): LATUDA dose should be reduced to half of the original dose level. Recommended starting dose is 20 mg per day. Maximum recommended dose is 80 mg per day ( 2.6 , 7.1 ). Concomitant Use of a Moderate CYP3A4 Inducer: It…

Contraindications

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Known hypersensitivity to lurasidone HCl or any components in the formulation. Angioedema has been observed with lurasidone [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )] . Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, clarithromycin, ritonavir, voriconazole, mibefradil, etc.) [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )]. Strong CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampin, avasimibe, St. John's wort, phenytoin, carbamazepine, etc.) [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )]. Known hypersensitivity to LATUDA or any components in the formulation ( 4 ). Concomitant use with a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor (e.g., ketoconazole) ( 2.6 , 4 , 7.1 ). Concomitant use with a strong CYP3A4 inducer (e.g., rifampin) ( 2.6 , 4 , 7.1 ).

Drug Interactions

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS 7.1 Drugs Having Clinically Important Interactions with LATUDA Table 34: Clinically Important Drug Interactions with LATUDA Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors Clinical Impact: Concomitant use of LATUDA with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors increased the exposure of lurasidone compared to the use of LATUDA alone [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . Intervention: LATUDA should not be used concomitantly with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors [see Contraindications ( 4 )] . Examples: Ketoconazole, clarithromycin, ritonavir, voriconazole, mibefradil Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Clinical Impact: Concomitant use of LATUDA with moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors increased the exposure of lurasidone compared to the use of LATUDA alone [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . Intervention: LATUDA dose should be reduced to half of the original level when used concomitantly with moderate inhibitors of CYP3A4 [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.6 )] . Examples: Diltiazem, atazanavir, erythromycin, fluconazole, verapamil Strong CYP3A4 Inducers Clinical Impact: Concomitant use of LATUDA with strong CYP3A4 inducers decreased the exposure of lurasidone compared to the use of LATUDA alone [see Clinical Pharmacology (…

Adverse Reactions

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in more detail in other sections of the labeling: Increased Mortality in Elderly Patients with Dementia-Related Psychosis [see Boxed Warning and Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors [see Boxed Warning and Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Cerebrovascular Adverse Reactions, Including Stroke, in Elderly Patients with Dementia-related Psychosis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] 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 )] Hyperprolactinemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 )] Leukopenia, Neutropenia, and Agranulocytosis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 )] Orthostatic Hypotension and Syncope [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.9 )] Falls [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 Dysregulation [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.13 )] Activation of Mania/Hypomania [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.14 )]…

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Latuda used for?

Is Latuda a controlled substance?

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

What is the generic name for Latuda?

The generic name for Latuda is lurasidone hydrochloride. There are 11 other brand versions of lurasidone hydrochloride.

What is the NDC code for Latuda 40 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Latuda 40 mg/1 is 63402-304, listed by Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc..

Product NDC

63402-304

Package NDC

63402-304-04

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