Relugolix, estradiol hemihydrate, and norethindrone
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WARNING: THROMBOEMBOLIC DISORDERS AND VASCULAR EVENTS Estrogen and progestin combinations, including MYFEMBREE, increase the risk of thrombotic or thromboembolic disorders including pulmonary embolism (PE), deep vein thrombosis (DVT), stroke and myocardial infarction (MI), especially in women at increased risk for these events [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )]. MYFEMBREE is contraindicated in women with current or a history of thrombotic or thromboembolic disorders and in women at increased risk for these events, including women over 35 years of age who smoke or women with uncontrolled hypertension [see Contraindications ( 4 )].
WARNING: THROMBOEMBOLIC DISORDERS AND VASCULAR EVENTS See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning Estrogen and progestin combinations, including MYFEMBREE, increase the risk of thrombotic or thromboembolic disorders, especially in women at increased risk for these events. ( 5.1 ) MYFEMBREE is contraindicated in women with current or a history of thrombotic or thromboembolic disorders and in women at increased risk for these events, including women over 35 years of age who smoke or women with uncontrolled hypertension. ( 4 )
Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone Receptor Antagonist
Dosing in kidney impairment
In women with pre-existing hypertriglyceridemia, estrogen therapy may be associated with elevations in triglycerides levels leading to pancreatitis. Use of MYFEMBREE is associated with increases in total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) [see Adverse Reactions] . 5.13 Effect on Other Laboratory Results Patients with hypothyroidism and hypoadrenalism may require higher doses of thyroid hormone or cortisol replacement therapy.
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Hepatic Impairment MYFEMBREE is contraindicated in women with hepatic impairment or disease [see Contraindications]. The use of E2 (a component of MYFEMBREE) in patients with hepatic impairment is expected to increase the exposure to E2 and increase the risk of E2-associated adverse reactions [see Clinical Pharmacology] .
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Avoid use of MYFEMBREE with oral P-gp inhibitors. ( 7.1 ) Avoid use with combined P-gp and strong CYP3A inducers, as the exposure of the components of MYFEMBREE may be decreased. ( 7.1 )
7.1 Effect of Other Drugs on MYFEMBREE P-gp Inhibitors Co-administration of MYFEMBREE with P-gp inhibitors increases the AUC and maximum concentration (C max ) of relugolix [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] and may increase the risk of adverse reactions associated with MYFEMBREE. Avoid use of MYFEMBREE with oral P-gp inhibitors. If use is unavoidable, take MYFEMBREE first, separate dosing by at least 6 hours, and monitor patients for adverse reactions [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 )] .
Combined P-gp and Strong CYP3A Inducers Use of MYFEMBREE with combined P-gp and strong CYP3A inducers decreases the AUC and C max of relugolix, estradiol, and/or norethindrone [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] and may decrease the therapeutic effects of MYFEMBREE. Avoid use of MYFEMBREE with combined P-gp and strong CYP3A inducers.
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS MYFEMBREE is contraindicated in women: With a high risk of arterial, venous thrombotic, or thromboembolic disorders [see Boxed Warning and Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . Examples include women over 35 years of age who smoke and women who are known to have: current or history of deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism vascular disease (e.g., cerebrovascular disease, coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease) thrombogenic valvular or thrombogenic rhythm diseases of the heart (e.g., subacute bacterial endocarditis with valvular disease, or atrial fibrillation) inherited or acquired hypercoagulopathies uncontrolled hypertension headaches with focal neurological symptoms or migraine headaches with aura if over 35 years of age Who are pregnant. Exposure to MYFEMBREE early in pregnancy may increase the risk of early pregnancy loss [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.9 ) and Use in Specific Populations ( 8.1 )] . With known osteoporosis, because of the risk of further bone loss [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )]. With current or history of breast cancer or other hormone-sensitive malignancies, and with increased risk for hormone-sensitive malignancies [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] . With known hepatic impairment or disease [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] . With undiagnosed abnormal uterine bleeding. With known anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, or hypersensitivity to MYFEMBREE or any of its components. Anaphylactoid reactions, urticaria, and angioedema have been reported [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.14 ), Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )]. High risk of arterial, venous thrombotic, or thromboembolic disorder. ( 4 ) Pregnancy. ( 4 ) Known osteoporosis. ( 4 ) Current or history of breast cancer or other hormone-sensitive malignancies. ( 4 ) Known hepatic impairment or disease. ( 4 ) Undiagnosed abnormal uterine bleeding. ( 4 ) Known hypersensitivity to components of MYFEMBREE. ( 4 )
Pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Pregnancy Exposure Registry There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to MYFEMBREE during pregnancy. Pregnant females exposed to MYFEMBREE and healthcare providers are encouraged to call the MYFEMBREE Pregnancy Exposure Registry at 1-855-428-0707. Risk Summary MYFEMBREE is contraindicated in pregnancy [see Contraindications ( 4 ) and Warnings and Precautions ( 5.9 )]. Based on findings from animal studies and its mechanism of action, MYFEMBREE may cause early pregnancy loss. Discontinue MYFEMBREE if pregnancy occurs during treatment [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.9 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.1 )] .
The limited human data with the use of MYFEMBREE in pregnant women are insufficient to evaluate for a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes [see Data ]. In animal reproduction studies, oral administration of relugolix in pregnant rabbits during organogenesis resulted in spontaneous abortion and total litter loss at relugolix exposures about half those at the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of 40 mg. In both rabbits and rats, no fetal malformations were present at any dose level tested which were associated with relugolix exposures about half and approximately 300 times exposures in women at the MRHD, respectively [see Data ].
Epidemiologic studies and meta-analyses have not found an increased risk of genital or non-genital birth defects (including cardiac anomalies and limb-reduction defects) following exposure to estrogens and progestins before conception or during early pregnancy. The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. There are insufficient data to conclude whether the presence of uterine fibroids or endometriosis reduces the likelihood of achieving pregnancy or increases the risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes.
In the United States general population, the estimated background risks of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies are 2% to 4% and 15% to 20%, respectively. Data Animal Data In an embryo-fetal development study, oral administration of relugolix to pregnant rabbits during the period of organogenesis (Days 6 to 18 of gestation) resulted in abortion, total litter loss, or decreased number of live fetuses at a dose of 9 mg/kg/day (about half the human exposure at the maximum recommended human dose [MRHD] of 40 mg daily, based on…
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