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CAPLYTA

lumateperone · Capsule

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Overview

Brand name
CAPLYTA
Generic name
lumateperone
Dosage form
Capsule
Route
Oral
Marketing category
NDA · NDA
Labeler
Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc
Product type
Human Prescription Drug
DEA schedule
Not scheduled
Active ingredients
3
NDC product codes
3
Packages
6
Data completeness
76% of corroborating sources present

Active ingredients

Source: NDC Directory
Active ingredients and strengths as listed in the NDC Directory.
Ingredient Strength RxCUI Monograph
Lumateperone 10.5 mg/1 2275607 —
Lumateperone 21 mg/1 2275607 —
Lumateperone 42 mg/1 2275607 —

Forms, strengths and routes

Source: NDC Directory
Dosage form
Capsule
Route of administration
Oral
Presentations
9

Pharmacologic classes are listed in the class section below.

Pharmacologic class

Source: NDC Directory
Established pharmacologic classes (EPC), mechanisms of action (MoA), chemical structures (CS) and physiologic effects (PE).
Class Type Browse
Atypical Antipsychotic [EPC] EPC All 62 members

Regulatory status

Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory
Application number
209500
Application type
NDA · New Drug Application
Approval date
December 20, 2019
Sponsor
INTRA-CELLULAR
Products on application
3
Submissions recorded
8
Products approved under application 209500.
Product Trade name Form Strength Ingredient Status TE Flags
209500-001 CAPLYTA CAPSULE LUMATEPERONE TOSYLATE Prescription — RLD RS
209500-002 CAPLYTA CAPSULE LUMATEPERONE TOSYLATE Prescription — RLD
209500-003 CAPLYTA CAPSULE LUMATEPERONE TOSYLATE Prescription — RLD

Therapeutic equivalence

Source: Orange Book
TE code
—
Reference Listed Drug
Yes
Reference Standard
Yes

Codes beginning with “A” indicate products the FDA considers therapeutically equivalent. Codes beginning with “B” indicate bioequivalence has not been established. See methodology.

Patents and exclusivity

Source: Orange Book
Patent listings submitted under 21 U.S.C. 355(b)(1) and (c)(2).
Patent Expires Product Substance Use code Submitted
10464938 March 12, 2028 001 No January 17, 2020
10464938 March 12, 2028 002 No May 18, 2022
10464938 March 12, 2028 003 No May 18, 2022
9199995 March 12, 2029 001 No U-2713 January 17, 2020
9199995 March 12, 2029 001 No U-4343 January 17, 2020
RE48825 March 12, 2029 001 Yes December 21, 2021
9586960 March 12, 2029 001 Yes January 17, 2020
9199995 March 12, 2029 002 No U-4343 May 18, 2022
9199995 March 12, 2029 002 No U-2713 May 18, 2022
RE48825 March 12, 2029 002 Yes May 18, 2022
9199995 March 12, 2029 003 No U-4343 May 18, 2022
9199995 March 12, 2029 003 No U-2713 May 18, 2022
RE48825 March 12, 2029 003 Yes May 18, 2022
10117867 May 27, 2029 001 No U-3271 January 13, 2022
9616061 May 27, 2029 001 No January 17, 2020
10117867 May 27, 2029 002 No U-3271 May 18, 2022
9168258 May 27, 2029 002 No December 12, 2023
9616061 May 27, 2029 002 No May 18, 2022
10117867 May 27, 2029 003 No U-3271 May 18, 2022
9616061 May 27, 2029 003 No May 18, 2022
8648077 December 1, 2029 001 Yes January 17, 2020
8648077 December 1, 2029 002 Yes May 18, 2022
8648077 December 1, 2029 003 Yes May 18, 2022
8598119 December 28, 2029 001 No U-543 January 17, 2020
RE48839 August 19, 2033 001 No U-4344 January 5, 2022
RE48839 August 19, 2033 001 No U-3271 January 5, 2022
RE48839 August 19, 2033 001 No U-814 January 5, 2022
RE48839 August 19, 2033 002 No U-4344 May 18, 2022
RE48839 August 19, 2033 002 No U-3271 May 18, 2022
RE48839 August 19, 2033 002 No U-814 May 18, 2022
RE48839 August 19, 2033 003 No U-4344 May 18, 2022
RE48839 August 19, 2033 003 No U-814 May 18, 2022
RE48839 August 19, 2033 003 No U-3271 May 18, 2022
9956227 December 3, 2034 001 No U-2714 January 17, 2020
10960009 December 3, 2034 001 No U-814 April 20, 2021
11026951 December 3, 2034 001 No U-3274 January 13, 2022
11026951 December 3, 2034 002 No U-3364 May 18, 2022
9956227 December 3, 2034 002 No U-2714 May 18, 2022
11026951 December 3, 2034 003 No U-3364 May 18, 2022
9956227 December 3, 2034 003 No U-2714 May 18, 2022
12409176 March 15, 2039 001 No U-4261 September 17, 2025
12409176 March 15, 2039 002 No U-4261 September 17, 2025
12409176 March 15, 2039 003 No U-4261 September 17, 2025
10695345 August 30, 2039 001 No U-543 July 16, 2020
12128043 August 30, 2039 001 No U-3362 October 30, 2024
12128043 August 30, 2039 001 No U-3363 October 30, 2024
11806348 August 30, 2039 001 No U-3362 November 17, 2023
11806348 August 30, 2039 001 No U-3363 November 17, 2023
12070459 August 30, 2039 001 No U-3362 August 29, 2024
12070459 August 30, 2039 001 No U-3363 August 29, 2024
12070459 August 30, 2039 001 No U-4341 August 29, 2024
11806348 August 30, 2039 001 No U-4341 November 17, 2023
11690842 August 30, 2039 001 No U-4341 August 3, 2023
11690842 August 30, 2039 001 No U-3362 August 3, 2023
11690842 August 30, 2039 001 No U-3363 August 3, 2023
11806348 August 30, 2039 002 No U-3363 November 17, 2023
11806348 August 30, 2039 002 No U-3362 November 17, 2023
11806348 August 30, 2039 002 No U-4341 November 17, 2023
11690842 August 30, 2039 002 No U-4341 August 3, 2023
11052084 August 30, 2039 002 No U-4341 May 18, 2022
11690842 August 30, 2039 002 No U-3362 August 3, 2023
11690842 August 30, 2039 002 No U-3363 August 3, 2023
11052084 August 30, 2039 002 No U-3362 May 18, 2022
11052084 August 30, 2039 002 No U-3363 May 18, 2022
10695345 August 30, 2039 002 No U-814 May 18, 2022
11806348 August 30, 2039 003 No U-3363 November 17, 2023
11806348 August 30, 2039 003 No U-3362 November 17, 2023
11806348 August 30, 2039 003 No U-4341 November 17, 2023
11690842 August 30, 2039 003 No U-4341 August 3, 2023
11052084 August 30, 2039 003 No U-4341 May 18, 2022
11690842 August 30, 2039 003 No U-3362 August 3, 2023
11690842 August 30, 2039 003 No U-3363 August 3, 2023
11052084 August 30, 2039 003 No U-3363 May 18, 2022
11052084 August 30, 2039 003 No U-3362 May 18, 2022
10695345 August 30, 2039 003 No U-814 May 18, 2022
11980617 October 27, 2039 001 No U-4342 June 11, 2024
11980617 October 27, 2039 001 No U-3940 June 11, 2024
11980617 October 27, 2039 002 No U-4342 June 11, 2024
11980617 October 27, 2039 002 No U-3940 June 11, 2024
11980617 October 27, 2039 003 No U-4342 June 11, 2024
11980617 October 27, 2039 003 No U-3940 June 11, 2024
12090155 July 7, 2040 001 No U-4000 October 4, 2024
12122792 December 10, 2040 001 No U-4019 October 28, 2024
12122792 December 10, 2040 001 No U-4020 October 28, 2024
12122792 December 10, 2040 001 No U-4340 October 28, 2024
12410195 December 10, 2040 001 No September 17, 2025
11753419 December 10, 2040 001 No October 11, 2023
12122792 December 10, 2040 002 No U-4019 October 28, 2024
12122792 December 10, 2040 002 No U-4020 October 28, 2024
12122792 December 10, 2040 002 No U-4340 October 28, 2024
11753419 December 10, 2040 002 No October 11, 2023
12410195 December 10, 2040 002 No September 17, 2025
12122792 December 10, 2040 003 No U-4019 October 28, 2024
12122792 December 10, 2040 003 No U-4020 October 28, 2024
12122792 December 10, 2040 003 No U-4340 October 28, 2024
12410195 December 10, 2040 003 No September 17, 2025
11753419 December 10, 2040 003 No October 11, 2023
Regulatory exclusivity periods.
Code Expires Product
I-904 November 5, 2028 001
I-904 November 5, 2028 002
I-904 November 5, 2028 003
M-319 April 24, 2029 001
M-319 April 24, 2029 002
M-319 April 24, 2029 003

Approval history

Source: Drugs@FDA
Most recent submissions on application 209500.
Type No. Action Status Date Review
Supplement 17 Efficacy Approved April 24, 2026 Standard
Supplement 16 Efficacy Approved November 5, 2025 Standard
Supplement 11 Labeling Approved June 28, 2023 Standard
Supplement 9 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved April 26, 2022 Standard
Supplement 6 Efficacy Approved December 17, 2021 Standard
Supplement 5 Efficacy Approved December 17, 2021 Standard
Original application 1 Type 1 - New Molecular Entity Approved December 20, 2019 Standard
Supplement 1 Type 1 - New Molecular Entity Approved December 20, 2019 Standard

Review documents

  • 0 · Supplement · April 28, 2026
  • 0 · Supplement · April 27, 2026
  • 0 · Supplement · November 6, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · November 6, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · November 6, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · June 29, 2023
  • 0 · Supplement · June 29, 2023
  • 0 · Supplement · April 27, 2022
  • 0 · Supplement · April 7, 2022
  • 0 · Supplement · April 7, 2022
  • 0 · Supplement · December 21, 2021
  • 0 · Supplement · December 21, 2021
  • 0 · Supplement · December 19, 2021
  • 0 · Supplement · December 19, 2021
  • 0 · Original application · January 21, 2020
  • 0 · Original application · January 21, 2020
  • 0 · Supplement · December 23, 2019
  • 0 · Supplement · December 23, 2019

Prescribing information

Source: openFDA Drug Labeling

Reproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20250620). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.

HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20250620

Boxed Warning

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WARNING: INCREASED MORTALITY IN ELDERLY PATIENTS WITH DEMENTIA-RELATED PSYCHOSIS; and SUICIDAL THOUGHTS AND BEHAVIORS Increased Mortality in Elderly Patients with Dementia-Related Psychosis Elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis treated with antipsychotic drugs are at an increased risk of death. CAPLYTA is not approved for the treatment of patients with dementia-related psychosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors Antidepressants increased the risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in pediatric and young adults in short-term studies. Closely monitor all antidepressant-treated patients for clinical worsening, and for emergence of suicidal thoughts and behaviors [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ]. The safety and effectiveness of CAPLYTA have not been established in pediatric patients [see Use in Specific Populations (8.4) ]. WARNING: INCREASED MORTALITY IN ELDERLY PATIENTS WITH DEMENTIA-RELATED PSYCHOSIS ; and SUICIDAL THOUGHTS AND BEHAVIORS See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. Elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis treated with antipsychotic drugs are at an increased risk of death. CAPLYTA is not approved for the treatment of patients with dementia-related psychosis. ( 5.1 ) Antidepressants increased the risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in pediatric and young adult patients. Closely monitor all antidepressant-treated patients for worsening and emergence of suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Safety and effectiveness of CAPLYTA have not been established in pediatric patients . ( 5.2 , 8.4 )

Recent Major Changes

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Indications and Usage, adjunctive treatment of major depressive disorder ( 1 ) 11/2025

Indications and Usage

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1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE CAPLYTA is indicated for: Treatment of schizophrenia in adults [see Clinical Studies (14.1) ] . Treatment of depressive episodes associated with bipolar I or II disorder (bipolar depression) in adults, as monotherapy and as adjunctive therapy with lithium or valproate [see Clinical Studies (14.2) ] . Adjunctive therapy with antidepressants for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults [see Clinical Studies ( 14.3 ) ]. CAPLYTA is an atypical antipsychotic indicated for: Treatment of schizophrenia in adults. ( 1 ) Treatment of depressive episodes associated with bipolar I or II disorder (bipolar depression) in adults, as monotherapy and as adjunctive therapy with lithium or valproate. ( 1 ) Adjunctive therapy with antidepressants for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults. ( 1 )

Dosage and Administration

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2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Recommended oral dosage of CAPLYTA is 42 mg once daily with or without food. ( 2.1 ) Moderate hepatic impairment or severe hepatic impairment: Recommended dosage is 21 mg once daily. ( 2.3 , 8.6 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosage The recommended CAPLYTA dosage is 42 mg administered orally once daily with or without food. Dose titration is not needed. 2.2 Dosage Recommendations for Concomitant Use with Moderate or Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors The recommended CAPLYTA dosage in patients who receive [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 ) ] : Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors is 10.5 mg once daily. Moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors is 21 mg once daily. 2.3 Dosage Recommendations for Patients with Hepatic Impairment For patients with moderate hepatic impairment (HI) (Child-Pugh class B) or severe HI (Child-Pugh class C), the recommended CAPLYTA dosage is 21 mg once daily [see Use in Specific Populations (8.6) ] . The recommended CAPLYTA dosage in patients with mild HI is the same as those with normal hepatic function.

Dosage Forms and Strengths

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3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS CAPLYTA capsules are available in three strengths: 42 mg: Blue cap and opaque white body imprinted with “ITI-007 42 mg” 21 mg: Opaque white cap and body imprinted with “ITI-007 21 mg” 10.5 mg: Opaque light pink cap and body imprinted with “ITI-007 10.5 mg” Capsules: 42 mg, 21 mg, 10.5 mg ( 3 )

Contraindications

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4 CONTRAINDICATIONS CAPLYTA is contraindicated in patients with history of hypersensitivity reaction to lumateperone or any components of CAPLYTA. Reactions have included pruritus, rash (e.g. allergic dermatitis, papular rash, and generalized rash), and urticaria. CAPLYTA is contraindicated in patients with history of hypersensitivity reaction to lumateperone or any components of CAPLYTA. ( 4 )

Warnings and Cautions

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5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Cerebrovascular Adverse Reactions in Elderly Patients with Dementia-Related Psychosis: Increased incidence of cerebrovascular adverse reactions (e.g., stroke and transient ischemic attack). ( 5.3 ) Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome: If NMS is suspected, immediately discontinue CAPLYTA and provide intensive symptomatic treatment and monitoring. ( 5.4 ) Tardive Dyskinesia: If signs and symptoms of TD occur consider discontinuing CAPLYTA treatment. ( 5.5 ) Metabolic Changes: Monitor for hyperglycemia/diabetes mellitus, dyslipidemia, and weight gain. ( 5.6 ) Leukopenia, Neutropenia, and Agranulocytosis : In patients with pre-existing low white blood cell count (WBC) or history of leukopenia or neutropenia, perform complete blood counts (CBC). Consider discontinuing CAPLYTA if clinically significant decline in WBC occurs in absence of other causative factors. Discontinue CAPLYTA in patients with clinically significant neutropenia or ANC 65 years old 6 fewer patients * CAPLYTA is not approved for use in pediatric patients. It is unknown whether the risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in pediatric and young adult patients extends to longer-term use, i.e., beyond four months. However, there is substantial evidence from placebo-controlled maintenance trials in adults with MDD that antidepressants delay the recurrence of depression and that depression itself is a risk factor for suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Monitor all antidepressant-treated patients, especially during the initial few months of anti-depressant drug therapy, and at times of dosage changes. Counsel family members or caregivers of patients to monitor for changes in behavior and to alert the health care provider. Consider changing the therapeutic regimen, including possibly discontinuing CAPLYTA, in patients whose depression is persistently worse, or who experience suicidal thoughts or behaviors. 5.3 Cerebrovascular Adverse Reactions, Including Stroke, in Elderly Patients with Dementia-Related Psychosis In placebo-controlled trials, elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis treated with antipsychotics had a higher incidence of stroke and transient ischemic attack, including fatal stroke compared to those treated with placebo. CAPLYTA is not approved for the treatment of patients with dementia-related psychosis [see Indications and Usage ( 1 ) ] . 5.4 Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS), a potentially fatal symptom complex, has been reported in association with administration of antipsychotic drugs. Clinical manifestations of NMS include hyperpyrexia, muscle rigidity, delirium, and autonomic instability. Additional signs may include elevated creatine phosphokinase, myoglobinuria (rhabdomyolysis), and acute renal failure. If NMS is suspected, immediately discontinue CAPLYTA and provide intensive symptomatic treatment and monitoring. 5.5 Tardive Dyskinesia Tardive dyskinesia (TD) may develop in patients treated with antipsychotic drugs, including CAPLYTA. TD can develop after a relatively brief treatment period at low dosages and may also occur after discontinuation of treatment. If antipsychotic treatment is discontinued, TD may partially or completely remit. Antipsychotic treatment, however, may suppress or partially suppress the signs and symptoms of TD, and may mask the underlying process. The effect that symptomatic suppression has upon the long-term course of TD is unknown. The TD risk appears to be highest among the elderly, especially elderly women, but it is not possible to predict which patients are likely to develop TD. The TD risk and the likelihood that TD will become irreversible increase with the duration of antipsychotic drug treatment and the cumulative dosage. Periodically reassess the need for continued treatment. If signs and symptoms of TD appear in CAPLYTA-treated patients, consider drug discontinuation. However, some patients may require CAPLYTA treatment despite the presence of TD. 5 …

Adverse Reactions

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6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in detail in other sections of the labeling: Increased Mortality in Elderly Patients with Dementia-Related Psychosis [see Boxed Warning , Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors [see Boxed Warning , 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) ] Leukopenia, Neutropenia, and Agranulocytosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] Orthostatic Hypotension and Syncope [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] Falls [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ] Seizures [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10) ] Potential for Cognitive and Motor Impairment [see Warnings and Precautions (5.11) ] Body Temperature Dysregulation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.12) ] Dysphagia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.13) ] Most common adverse reactions in clinical trials (incidence ≥ 5% and greater than twice placebo) were ( 6.1 ): Schizophrenia: somnolence/sedation and dry mouth. Bipolar depression: somnolence/sedation, dizziness, nausea, dry mouth. MDD: dizziness, dry mouth, somnolence/sedation, nausea, fatigue, diarrhea. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc. at 1-800-526-7736 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. The safety of CAPLYTA has been evaluated in placebo-controlled clinical trials that included 3575 adult patients with schizophrenia, bipolar depression, or major depressive disorder, exposed to one or more CAPLYTA doses. A total of 852 CAPLYTA-treated patients had at least 6 months of treatment and 108 had at least 1 year of treatment with the 42-mg once daily dosage. Adverse Reactions in Patients with Schizophrenia The following adverse reactions are based on the pooled short-term (4- to 6-week), placebo-controlled studies in adult patients with schizophrenia in which CAPLYTA was administered at a dosage of 42 mg once daily (N=406) [see Clinical Studies (14.1) ]. There was no single adverse reaction that led to discontinuation that occurred at a rate of >2% in CAPLYTA-treated patients. The most common adverse reactions (incidence of at least 5% of CAPLYTA-treated patients and greater than twice the rate of placebo-treated patients) were somnolence/sedation and dry mouth. Adverse reactions (incidence of at least 2% in CAPLYTA-treated patients and greater than in placebo-treated patients) are shown in Table 2. Table 2: Adverse Reactions Reported in ≥2% of CAPLYTA-Treated Patients and Greater Incidence Than in Placebo-Treated Patients in 4- to 6-week Schizophrenia Trials CAPLYTA 42 mg (N=406) Placebo (N=412) Somnolence/Sedation 24% 10% Nausea 9% 5% Dry Mouth 6% 2% Dizziness 1 5% 3% Creatine Phosphokinase Increased 4% 1% Fatigue 3% 1% Vomiting 3% 2% Hepatic Transaminases Increased 2 2% 1% Decreased Appetite 2% 1% 1 Dizziness, dizziness postural 2 ALT, AST, “hepatic enzymes” increased, or liver function test abnormal Adverse Reactions in Patients with Bipolar Depression (CAPLYTA Monotherapy) The following adverse reactions are based on the pooled short-term (6-week), placebo-controlled monotherapy bipolar depression studies in adult patients treated with CAPLYTA 42 mg once daily (N=372) [see Clinical Studies (14.2) ] . There was no single adverse reaction leading to discontinuation that occurred at a rate of >2% in CAPLYTA-treated patients. The most common adverse reactions (incidence of at least 5% of CAPLYTA-treated …

Drug Interactions

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7 DRUG INTERACTIONS CYP3A4 inducers: Avoid concomitant use with CAPLYTA. ( 7.1 ) Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors: Recommended dosage is 10.5 mg once daily. ( 2.2 , 7.1 ) Moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors: Recommended dosage is 21 mg once daily. ( 2.2 , 7.1 ) 7.1 Drugs Having Clinically Important Interactions with CAPLYTA Clinically important drug interactions with CAPLYTA are presented in Table 6. Table 6: Clinically Important Drug Interactions with CAPLYTA CYP3A4 Inducers* Prevention or Management Avoid concomitant use of CAPLYTA with CYP3A4 inducers . Clinical Impact Concomitant use of CAPLYTA with CYP3A4 inducers decreases the exposure of lumateperone [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 ) ]. Moderate or Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors* Prevention or Management Reduce the CAPLYTA dosage when used concomitantly with moderate or strong CYP3A4 inhibitors [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.2 ) ]. Clinical Impact Concomitant use of CAPLYTA with moderate or strong CYP3A4 inhibitors increases lumateperone exposure [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 ) ] , which may increase the risk of adverse reactions. Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors Prevention or Management Increased monitoring for SRI- associated adverse reactions is recommended. Clinical Impact Although no clinically significant drug interactions with adjunctive SSRI/SNRIs in MDD were observed in CAPLYTA clinical trials, CAPLYTA’s moderate serotonin transporter (SERT) activity may increase the risk of SRI-associated adverse reactions (e.g., serotonin syndrome, hyponatremia). * See www.fda.gov/CYPandTransporterInteractingDrugs for examples of CYP3A4 Inducers and Moderate or Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors

Use in Specific Populations

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8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Pregnancy: May cause extrapyramidal and/or withdrawal symptoms in neonates with third trimester exposure. ( 8.1 ) 8.1 Pregnancy Pregnancy Exposure Registry There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to atypical antipsychotics, including CAPLYTA, during pregnancy. Healthcare providers are encouraged to advise patients to register by calling the National Pregnancy Registry for Atypical Antipsychotics at 1-866-961-2388 or visiting online at https://womensmentalhealth.org/research/pregnancyregistry/. Risk Summary Neonates exposed to antipsychotic drugs during the third trimester are at risk for extrapyramidal and/or withdrawal symptoms following delivery (see Clinical Considerations ). Available data from case reports on CAPLYTA use in pregnant women are insufficient to establish any drug associated risks for birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. There are risks to the mother associated with untreated schizophrenia and with exposure to antipsychotics, including CAPLYTA, during pregnancy (see Clinical Considerations ). In animal reproduction studies, no malformations were observed with oral administration of lumateperone to pregnant rats and rabbits during organogenesis at doses up to 2.4 and 9.7 times, respectively, the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of 42 mg/day on a mg/m 2 basis. When pregnant rats were administered lumateperone during the period of organogenesis through lactation, the number of perinatal deaths of pups was increased at 4.9 times the MRHD, with no adverse effects on pups at 2.4 times the MRHD (see Data ) . The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2 to 4% and 15 to 20%, respectively. Clinical Considerations Disease Associated Maternal and/or Embryo/fetal Risk: There is risk to the mother from untreated schizophrenia, including increased risk of relapse, hospitalization, and suicide. Schizophrenia is associated with increased adverse perinatal outcomes, including preterm birth. It is not known if this is a direct result of the illness or other comorbid factors. Fetal/neonatal Adverse Reactions: Extrapyramidal and/or withdrawal symptoms, including agitation, hypertonia, hypotonia, tremor, somnolence, respiratory distress, and feeding disorder have been reported in neonates who were exposed to antipsychotic drugs during the third trimester of pregnancy. These symptoms have varied in severity. Monitor neonates for extrapyramidal and/or withdrawal symptoms and manage symptoms appropriately. Some neonates recovered within hours or days without specific treatment; others required prolonged hospitalization. Data Animal Data Pregnant rats were treated with oral doses of 3.5, 10.5, 21, and 63 mg/kg/day lumateperone (0.8, 2.4, 4.9, and 14.6 times the MRHD on a mg/m 2 basis) during the period of organogenesis. No malformations were observed with lumateperone at doses up to 2.4 times the MRHD. Findings of decreased body weight were observed in fetuses at 4.9 and 14.6 times the MRHD. Findings of incomplete ossification and increased incidences of visceral and skeletal variations were recorded in fetuses at 14.6 times the MRHD, a dose that induced maternal toxicity. Pregnant rabbits were treated with oral doses of 2.1, 7, and 21 mg/kg/day lumateperone (1.0, 3.2, and 9.7 times the MRHD on a mg/m 2 basis) during the period of organogenesis. Lumateperone did not cause adverse developmental effects at doses up to 9.7 times the MRHD. In a study in which pregnant rats were administered oral doses of 3.5, 10.5, and 21 mg/kg/day lumateperone (0.8, 2.4, and 4.9 times the MRHD on a mg/m 2 basis) during the period of organogenesis and …

Mechanism of Action

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12.1 Mechanism of Action The mechanism of action of lumateperone for the treatment of schizophrenia in adults, for the treatment of depressive episodes associated with bipolar depression (as monotherapy or as adjunctive therapy with lithium or valproate), and as adjunctive therapy with antidepressants for the treatment of MDD is unknown. However, the mechanism of action of lumateperone for these uses could be mediated through a combination of antagonist activity at central serotonin 5-HT 2A receptors, and partial agonist activity at central dopamine D 2 receptors.

Description

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11 DESCRIPTION Lumateperone is an atypical antipsychotic present as lumateperone tosylate salt with the chemical name 4-((6b R ,10a S )-3-methyl-2,3,6b,9,10,10 a -hexahydro-1 H ,7 H -pyrido[3',4':4,5]pyrrolo[1,2,3- de ]quinoxalin-8-yl)-1-(4-fluoro-phenyl)-butan-1-one 4-methylbenzenesulfonate. Its molecular formula is C 31 H 36 FN 3 O 4 S, and its molecular weight is 565.71 g/mol with the following structure: CAPLYTA (lumateperone) capsules are for oral administration. Each capsule contains: 42 mg of lumateperone (equivalent to 60 mg of lumateperone tosylate), or 21 mg of lumateperone (equivalent to 30 mg of lumateperone tosylate), or 10.5 mg of lumateperone (equivalent to 15 mg of lumateperone tosylate). The capsules include the following inactive ingredients: croscarmellose sodium, gelatin, magnesium stearate, mannitol, and talc. Colorants include FD&C blue #1 and red #3 (42 mg), FDA/E172 black iron oxide, FDA/E172 red iron oxide and FD&C red #3 (10.5 mg), and titanium dioxide (42 mg, 21 mg and 10.5 mg). Chemical Structure

10 OVERDOSAGE No specific antidotes for CAPLYTA are known. In managing a CAPLYTA overdose, provide supportive care, including close medical supervision and monitoring and consider the possibility of multiple drug involvement. Consider contacting the Poison Help line (1-800-222-1222) or a medical toxicologist for additional overdose management recommendations.

How Supplied / Storage and Handling

openFDA Drug Labeling

16 HOW SUPPLIED/ STORAGE AND HANDLING CAPLYTA (lumateperone) capsules are supplied as follows: Capsule Strength Capsule Color Imprint Codes Package Configuration NDC Code 42 mg Blue cap and opaque white body ITI-007 42 mg Bottle of 30 72060-142-40 21 mg Opaque white cap and body ITI-007 21 mg Bottle of 30 72060-121-40 10.5 mg Opaque light pink cap and body ITI-007 10.5 mg Bottle of 30 72060-110-40 Store at controlled room temperature 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); excursions permitted to 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature] .

Adverse event reports

Source: openFDA FAERS
7,088
FAERS reports mentioning this drug
as of 2026-09-25T03:42:24+00:00
A report count is not a risk measure. FAERS accepts voluntary and mandatory reports without establishing causation, and reporting is influenced by how widely a drug is used, how long it has been marketed, and media attention. FDA states that reports “do not prove that the drug caused the event”. Compare rates, not totals.

Attributed to this product's most-reported active ingredient: LUMATEPERONE. Combination products with more than six active ingredients are not attributed, because a report count summed across a long ingredient list measures the list, not the medicine.

Packaging and NDCs

Source: NDC Directory
Every National Drug Code package associated with this medication. The NDC is the identifier used for dispensing, billing and pharmacovigilance in the United States.
Package NDC Product NDC Labeler Description Marketing start
72060-110-07 72060-110 Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc 7 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (72060-110-07) June 1, 2023
72060-110-40 72060-110 Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc 30 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (72060-110-40) August 9, 2022
72060-121-07 72060-121 Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc 7 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (72060-121-07) June 1, 2023
72060-121-40 72060-121 Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc 30 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (72060-121-40) August 9, 2022
72060-142-07 72060-142 Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc 7 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (72060-142-07) November 1, 2021
72060-142-40 72060-142 Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc 30 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (72060-142-40) April 1, 2022
72060-110 72060-110 Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc — August 9, 2022
72060-121 72060-121 Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc — August 9, 2022
72060-142 72060-142 Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc — February 1, 2020

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Drug Labeling FDA / NLM Prescribing information reproduced above
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