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Perampanel 2 mg/1

Perampanel · TABLET, FILM COATED · Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.

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Perampanel is a tablet, film coated containing perampanel at 2 mg/1, taken oral. Manufactured by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc..

Key Facts

Brand Name
Perampanel
Generic Name
Perampanel
NDC Code (Product)
51672-4204
Manufacturer
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.
Strength
2 mg/1
Dosage Form
TABLET, FILM COATED
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
DEA Schedule
Schedule III (Controlled)
Application #
ANDA209538
Drug Class
Noncompetitive AMPA Glutamate Receptor Antagonist [EPC]
Marketing Start
11/25/2025

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

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

drug ineffective828 reports
off label use431 reports
seizure417 reports
multiple-drug resistance288 reports
status epilepticus228 reports
drug interaction207 reports
epilepsy171 reports
somnolence171 reports
condition aggravated162 reports
aggression140 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Perampanel tablets, a non-competitive AMPA glutamate receptor antagonist, is indicated for: Treatment of partial-onset seizures with or without secondarily generalized seizures in patients with epilepsy 4 years of age and older ( 1.1 ) Adjunctive therapy in the treatment of primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures in patients with epilepsy 12 years of age and older ( 1.2 ) 1.1 Partial-Onset Seizures Perampanel tablets are indicated for the treatment of partial-onset seizures with or without secondarily generalized seizures in patients with epilepsy 4 years of age and older. 1.2 Primary Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizures Perampanel tablets are indicated as adjunctive therapy for the treatment of primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures in patients with epilepsy 12 years of age and older.

Dosage & Administration

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Dosing in the absence of moderate or strong CYP3A4 inducers Starting dose: 2 mg once daily orally at bedtime ( 2.1 , 2.2 ) May increase dose based on clinical response and tolerability by increments of 2 mg once daily no more frequently than at weekly intervals ( 2.1 , 2.2 ) Recommended maintenance dose in monotherapy or adjunctive therapy for partial-onset seizures: 8 mg to 12 mg once daily at bedtime ( 2.1 ) Recommended maintenance dose in adjunctive therapy for primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures: 8 mg once daily at bedtime ( 2.2 ) Dosing in the presence of concomitant moderate or strong CYP3A4 inducers : see section 2.3 Specific Populations Mild and Moderate Hepatic Impairment: Maximum recommended daily dose is 6 mg (mild) and 4 mg (moderate) once daily at bedtime ( 2.4 ) Severe Hepatic Impairment: Not recommended ( 2.4 ) Severe Renal Impairment or on Hemodialysis: Not recommended ( 2.5 ) Elderly: Increase dose no more frequently than every 2 weeks ( 2.6 ) 2.1 Dosage for Partial-Onset Seizures Monotherapy or Adjunctive Therapy The recommended starting dosage of perampanel in adults and pediatric patients 4 years of age and older is 2 mg once da

Contraindications

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None ( 4 )

Drug Interactions

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Contraceptives: 12 mg once daily may decrease the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives containing levonorgestrel ( 7.1 ) Moderate and Strong CYP3A4 Inducers (including carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine, and phenytoin): increase clearance of perampanel and decrease perampanel plasma concentrations. When moderate or strong CYP3A4 inducers are introduced or withdrawn, monitor patients closely. Dose adjustment of perampanel tablets may be necessary ( 2.3 , 7.2 ) 7.1 Contraceptives With concomitant use, perampanel at a dose of 12 mg per day reduced levonorgestrel exposure by approximately 40% [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Use of perampanel with contraceptives containing levonorgestrel may render them less effective. Additional non-hormonal forms of contraception are recommended [see Use in Specific Populations (8.3) ] . 7.2 Moderate and Strong CYP3A4 Inducers The concomitant use of known moderate and strong CYP3A4 inducers including carbamazepine, phenytoin, or oxcarbazepine with perampanel decreased the plasma levels of perampanel by approximately 50% to 67% [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . The starting doses for perampanel should be increased in the pre

Adverse Reactions

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are described below and elsewhere in the labeling: Serious Psychiatric and Behavioral Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Suicidal Behavior and Ideation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Neurologic Effects [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Falls [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS)/Multiorgan Hypersensitivity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Most common adverse reactions (≥5% and ≥1% higher than placebo) include dizziness, somnolence, fatigue, irritability, falls, nausea, weight gain, vertigo, ataxia, headache, vomiting, contusion, abdominal pain, and anxiety ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc. at 1-866-923-4914 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 clinical practice. Partial-Onset Seizures A

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Perampanel used for?

Perampanel contains Perampanel. It is a tablet, film coated taken oral. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is Perampanel a controlled substance?

Yes, Perampanel is classified as CIII under the DEA Controlled Substances Act.

What is the generic name for Perampanel?

The generic name for Perampanel is Perampanel. There are 6 other brand versions of Perampanel.

What is the NDC code for Perampanel 2 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Perampanel 2 mg/1 is 51672-4204, listed by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc..

Product NDC

51672-4204

Package NDC

51672-4204-3

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