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BOTOX
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BOTOX
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PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
NDC 0023-3921-02
OnabotulinumtoxinA
BOTOX®
for injection
200 Units/vial
abbvie
DESCRIPTION SECTION
11****DESCRIPTION
OnabotulinumtoxinA is a sterile, vacuum-dried purified botulinum toxin type A, produced from fermentation of Hall strain Clostridium botulinum type A, and intended for intramuscular, intradetrusor and intradermal use. It is purified from the culture solution by dialysis and a series of acid precipitations to a complex consisting of the neurotoxin, and several accessory proteins. The complex is dissolved in sterile sodium chloride solution containing Albumin Human and is sterile filtered (0.2 microns) prior to filling and vacuum- drying.
The primary release procedure for BOTOX uses a cell-based potency assay to determine the potency relative to a reference standard. The assay is specific to AbbVie’s products BOTOX and BOTOX Cosmetic. One Unit of BOTOX corresponds to the calculated median intraperitoneal lethal dose (LD50) in mice. Due to specific details of this assay such as the vehicle, dilution scheme, and laboratory protocols, Units of biological activity of BOTOX cannot be compared to nor converted into Units of any other botulinum toxin or any toxin assessed with any other specific assay method. The specific activity of BOTOX is approximately 20 Units/nanogram of neurotoxin protein complex.
Each vial of BOTOX (onabotulinumtoxinA) for injection contains either 100 Units of Clostridium botulinum type A neurotoxin complex, 0.5 mg of Albumin Human, and 0.9 mg of sodium chloride; or 200 Units of Clostridium botulinum type A neurotoxin complex, 1 mg of Albumin Human, and 1.8 mg of sodium chloride in a sterile, vacuum-dried form without a preservative.
CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY SECTION
12****CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
12.1****Mechanism of Action
BOTOX blocks neuromuscular transmission by binding to acceptor sites on motor or autonomic nerve terminals, entering the nerve terminals, and inhibiting the release of acetylcholine. This inhibition occurs as the neurotoxin cleaves SNAP-25, a protein integral to the successful docking and release of acetylcholine from vesicles situated within nerve endings. When injected intramuscularly at therapeutic doses, BOTOX produces partial chemical denervation of the muscle resulting in a localized reduction in muscle activity. In addition, the muscle may atrophy, axonal sprouting may occur, and extrajunctional acetylcholine receptors may develop. There is evidence that reinnervation of the muscle may occur, thus slowly reversing muscle denervation produced by BOTOX.
When injected intradermally, BOTOX produces temporary chemical denervation of the sweat gland resulting in local reduction in sweating.
Following intradetrusor injection, BOTOX affects the efferent pathways of detrusor activity via inhibition of acetylcholine release.
12.3****Pharmacokinetics
Using currently available analytical technology, it is not possible to detect BOTOX in the peripheral blood following intramuscular injection at the recommended doses.
DOSAGE FORMS & STRENGTHS SECTION
Highlight: For Injection: 100 Units or 200 Units vacuum-dried powder in a single-dose vial (3)
3****DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS
For Injection: sterile 100 Units or 200 Units vacuum-dried powder in single- dose vials for reconstitution only with sterile, preservative-free 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP prior to injection.
CONTRAINDICATIONS SECTION
Highlight: * Hypersensitivity to any botulinum toxin preparation or to any of the components in the formulation (4, 5.4, 6)
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Infection at the proposed injection site (4)
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Intradetrusor Injections: Urinary tract infection or urinary retention (4)
4****CONTRAINDICATIONS
BOTOX is contraindicated:
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In patients who are hypersensitive to any botulinum toxin product or to any of the components in the formulation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)].
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In the presence of infection at the proposed injection site(s).
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For intradetrusor injection in patients with a urinary tract infection; or in patients with urinary retention or post-void residual (PVR) urine volume >200 mL who are not routinely performing clean intermittent self-catheterization (CIC) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.12, 5.13)].
BOXED WARNING SECTION
WARNING: DISTANT SPREAD OF TOXIN EFFECT
DRUG INTERACTIONS SECTION
Highlight: Patients receiving concomitant treatment of BOTOX and aminoglycosides or other agents interfering with neuromuscular transmission (e.g., curare-like agents), or muscle relaxants, should be observed closely because the effect of BOTOX may be potentiated (7.1, 7.4)
7****DRUG INTERACTIONS
**7.1****Aminoglycosides and Other Agents Interfering with Neuromuscular
Transmission**
Co-administration of BOTOX and aminoglycosides or other agents interfering with neuromuscular transmission (e.g., curare-like compounds) should only be performed with caution as the effect of the toxin may be potentiated.
7.2****Anticholinergic Drugs
Use of anticholinergic drugs after administration of BOTOX may potentiate systemic anticholinergic effects.
7.3****Other Botulinum Neurotoxin Products
The effect of administering different botulinum neurotoxin products at the same time or within several months of each other is unknown. Excessive neuromuscular weakness may be exacerbated by administration of another botulinum toxin prior to the resolution of the effects of a previously administered botulinum toxin.
7.4****Muscle Relaxants
Excessive weakness may also be exaggerated by administration of a muscle relaxant before or after administration of BOTOX.
USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS SECTION
Highlight: * Pregnancy: Based on animal data, may cause fetal harm. (8.1)
8****USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS
8.1****Pregnancy
Risk Summary
There are no studies or adequate data from postmarketing surveillance on the developmental risk associated with use of BOTOX in pregnant women. In animal studies, administration of BOTOX during pregnancy resulted in adverse effects on fetal growth (decreased fetal weight and skeletal ossification) at clinically relevant doses, which were associated with maternal toxicity [see Data].
In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriages in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively. The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated populations is unknown.
Data
Animal Data
When BOTOX (4, 8, or 16 Units/kg) was administered intramuscularly to pregnant mice or rats two times during the period of organogenesis (on gestation days 5 and 13), reductions in fetal body weight and decreased fetal skeletal ossification were observed at the two highest doses. The no-effect dose for developmental toxicity in these studies (4 Units/kg) is approximately equal to the human dose of 400 Units, on a body weight basis (Units/kg).
When BOTOX was administered intramuscularly to pregnant rats (0.125, 0.25, 0.5, 1, 4, or 8 Units/kg) or rabbits (0.063, 0.125, 0.25, or 0.5 Units/kg) daily during the period of organogenesis (total of 12 doses in rats, 13 doses in rabbits), reduced fetal body weights and decreased fetal skeletal ossification were observed at the two highest doses in rats and at the highest dose in rabbits. These doses were also associated with significant maternal toxicity, including abortions, early deliveries, and maternal death. The developmental no-effect doses in these studies of 1 Unit/kg in rats and 0.25 Units/kg in rabbits are less than the human dose of 400 Units, based on Units/kg.
When pregnant rats received single intramuscular injections (1, 4, or 16 Units/kg) at three different periods of development (prior to implantation, implantation, or organogenesis), no adverse effects on fetal development were observed. The developmental no-effect level for a single maternal dose in rats (16 Units/kg) is approximately 2 times the human dose of 400 Units, based on Units/kg.
8.2****Lactation
Risk Summary
There are no data on the presence of BOTOX in human or animal milk, the effects on the breastfed infant, or the effects on milk production. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for BOTOX and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed infant from BOTOX or from the underlying maternal conditions.
8.4****Pediatric Use
Detrusor Overactivity associated with a Neurologic Condition
The safety and effectiveness of BOTOX for detrusor overactivity associated with a neurologic condition have been established in pediatric patients 5 years of age and older who have an inadequate response to or are intolerant of anticholinergic medication. Use of BOTOX in this patient population is based on the results of a randomized, double-blind, parallel group trial in 113 pediatric patients 5 to 17 years of age (inclusive) with detrusor overactivity associated with a neurologic condition (Study 191622-120) and a long-term, multicenter, double-blind, long-term extension trial (Study 191622-121) [see Clinical Studies (14.3)]. The most common adverse reactions in this population were urinary tract infection, bacteriuria, hematuria, and leukocyturia [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)].
The safety and effectiveness of BOTOX have not been established in patients with NDO younger than 5 years of age.
Overactive Bladder
The safety and effectiveness of BOTOX for the treatment of overactive bladder have not been established in pediatric patients.
Efficacy was not demonstrated in a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, parallel-group, multiple-dose clinical study which was conducted to evaluate the efficacy and safety of BOTOX in pediatric patients aged 12 to 17 years with overactive bladder. Fifty-five patients who had an inadequate response to or were intolerant of at least one anticholinergic medication were treated with BOTOX. There was not a statistically significant difference in the mean change from baseline in the daily average frequency of daytime urinary incontinence episodes (primary efficacy endpoint) at week 12 post-treatment when a medium and high dose were each compared to a low dose of BOTOX. The adverse reactions in pediatric patients treated with BOTOX were comparable with the known safety profile in adults with overactive bladder.
Prophylaxis of Headaches in Chronic Migraine
Safety and effectiveness in patients below the age of 18 years have not been established.
In a 12-week, multicenter, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial, 123 adolescent patients (ages 12 to below 18 years) with chronic migraine were randomized to receive BOTOX 74 Units, BOTOX 155 Units, or placebo, for one injection cycle. This trial did not establish the efficacy of BOTOX, compared with placebo, for the prophylaxis of headaches in adolescents with chronic migraine.
Spasticity
Safety and effectiveness have been established in pediatric patients 2 to 17 years of age [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1), Adverse Reactions (6.1), and Clinical Studies (14.6)]. The safety and effectiveness of BOTOX have been established by evidence from adequate and well-controlled studies of BOTOX in patients 2 to 17 years of age with upper and lower limb spasticity.
Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients below the age of 2 years have not been established [see Boxed Warning and Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].
Axillary Hyperhidrosis
Safety and effectiveness in patients below the age of 18 years have not been established.
Cervical Dystonia
Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients below the age of 16 years have not been established.
Blepharospasm and Strabismus
Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients below the age of 12 years have not been established.
Juvenile Animal Data
In a study in which juvenile rats received intramuscular injection of BOTOX (0, 8, 16, or 24 Units/kg) every other week from postnatal day 21 for 12 weeks, changes in bone size/geometry associated with decreased bone density and bone mass were observed at all doses, in association with limb disuse, decreased muscle contraction, and decreased body weight gain. Impairment of fertility and male reproductive organ histopathology (degeneration of seminiferous tubules of the testis) were observed at the mid and high doses. Bone and male reproductive organ effects showed evidence of reversibility after dosing cessation. The no-effect dose for adverse developmental effects in juvenile animals (8 Units/kg) is similar to the human dose (400 Units) on a body weight (kg) basis.
8.5****Geriatric Use
Of the 2145 adult patients in placebo-controlled clinical studies of BOTOX for the treatment of spasticity, 33.5% were 65 or older, and 7.7% were 75 years of age or older. No overall differences in safety were observed between elderly patients and adult patients younger than 65 years of age.
In clinical studies of BOTOX across other indications, no overall differences in safety were observed between elderly patients and younger adult patients, with the exception of Overactive Bladder (see below). Other reported clinical experience has not identified differences in responses between the elderly and younger adult patients, but greater sensitivity of some older individuals cannot be ruled out.
Overactive Bladder
Of 1242 overactive bladder patients in placebo-controlled clinical studies of BOTOX, 41.4% were 65 years of age or older, and 14.7% were 75 years of age or older. Adverse reactions of UTI and urinary retention were more common in patients 65 years of age or older in both placebo and BOTOX groups compared to younger patients (see Table 24). Otherwise, there were no overall differences in the safety profile following BOTOX treatment between patients aged 65 years and older compared to adult patients younger than 65 years of age in these studies.
Table 24: Incidence of Urinary Tract Infection and Urinary Retention according to Age Group during First Placebo-Controlled Treatment, Placebo- Controlled Clinical Trials in Patients with OAB
<65 Years |
65 to 74 Years |
**≥**75 Years | ||||
Adverse Reaction****s |
B****OTOX |
Placebo |
B****OTOX |
Placebo |
B****OTOX |
Placebo |
Urinary tract infection |
21 |
7 |
30 |
13 |
38 |
19 |
Urinary retention |
6 |
0.6 |
8 |
0 |
9 |
1 |
Observed effectiveness was comparable between these age groups in placebo- controlled clinical studies.
SPL MEDGUIDE SECTION
MEDICATION GUIDE |
What is the most important information I should know about BOTOX****and
BOTOX Cosmetic? *Problems breathing or swallowing *Spread of toxin effects These problems can happen hours, days, to weeks after an injection of BOTOX or BOTOX Cosmetic.****Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of these problems after treatment with BOTOX****or BOTOX** **Cosmetic: Problems swallowing, speaking, or breathing.These problems can happen hours, days, to weeks after an injection of BOTOX or BOTOX Cosmetic usually because the muscles that you use to breathe and swallow can become weak after the injection. Death can happen as a complication if you have severe problems with swallowing or breathing after treatment withBOTOX orBOTOXCosmetic. * People with certain breathing problems may need to use muscles in their neck to help them breathe. These people may be at greater risk for serious breathing problems withBOTOX or**BOTOX*Cosmetic.
*Spread of toxin effects. In some cases, the effect of botulinum toxin may affect areas of the body away from the injection site and cause symptoms of a serious condition called botulism. The symptoms of botulism include: These symptoms can happen hours, days, to weeks after you receive an injection
ofBOTOX orBOTOX****Cosmetic. |
What are BOTOX and BOTOX Cosmetic?
BOTOX****is also injected into the skin to treat the symptoms of severe underarm sweating (severe primary axillary hyperhidrosis) when medicines used on the skin (topical) do not work well enough. |
BOTOX****Cosmetic is a prescription medicine for adults that is injected into muscles and used for a short period of time (temporary) to improve the look of:
You may receive treatment for frown lines, crow’s feet lines, and forehead lines at the same time. |
It is not known whetherBOTOX is safe and effective in people younger than:
BOTOX****Cosmetic is not recommended for use in children younger than 18
years of age. |
Who should notreceive BOTOXor BOTOX Cosmetic?
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What should I tell my doctor beforereceiving BOTOX or BOTOX
Cosmetic?
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription
and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and herbal supplements. Using
BOTOX orBOTOX****Cosmetic with certain other medicines may cause
serious side effects.Do not start any new medicines until you have told
your doctor that you have received BOTOX or BOTOX Cosmetic in the past.
Ask your doctor if you are not sure if your medicine is one that is listed
above. |
HowwillIreceiveBOTOX or BOTOX Cosmetic? BOTOX orBOTOX***Cosmetic is an injection that your doctor will give you. *BOTOX is injected into your affected muscles, skin, or bladder. *BOTOXCosmeticis injected into your affected muscles.
*Your doctor will tell you how often you will receive your dose of BOTOX or BOTOX Cosmetic injections. |
What should I avoid whilereceivingBOTOX or BOTOX Cosmetic? |
What are the possible side effects of BOTOX and BOTOX Cosmetic?
Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not
go away. |
General information aboutthe safe and effective use ofBOTOX and
BOTOX Cosmetic: |
What are the ingredients in BOTOX and BOTOX Cosmetic? |
Manufactured by: AbbVie Inc. |
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This Medication Guide has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.Revised:11/202****3