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CAPLYTA
lumateperone · Capsule
Overview
Active ingredients
Source: 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 DirectoryPharmacologic classes are listed in the class section below.
Pharmacologic class
Source: NDC Directory| Class | Type | Browse |
|---|---|---|
| Atypical Antipsychotic [EPC] | EPC | All 62 members |
Regulatory status
Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory| 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 BookCodes 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 | 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 |
| 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| 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 LabelingReproduced 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.
Boxed Warning
openFDA Drug LabelingWARNING: 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
openFDA Drug LabelingIndications and Usage, adjunctive treatment of major depressive disorder ( 1 ) 11/2025
Indications and Usage
openFDA Drug Labeling1 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
openFDA Drug Labeling2 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
openFDA Drug Labeling3 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
openFDA Drug Labeling4 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
openFDA Drug Labeling5 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
openFDA Drug Labeling6 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
openFDA Drug Labeling7 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
openFDA Drug Labeling8 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
openFDA Drug Labeling12.1 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
openFDA Drug Labeling11 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
Overdosage
openFDA Drug Labeling10 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 Labeling16 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 FAERSAttributed 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| 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 |
Sources for this page
| Dataset | Agency | Used for |
|---|---|---|
| NDC Directory | FDA | Identity, ingredients, strengths, forms, routes, labelers, packages |
| Drugs@FDA | FDA | Application, sponsor, submissions, review documents, marketing status |
| Orange Book | FDA | Therapeutic equivalence codes, reference drug flags, patents, exclusivity |
| Drug Labeling | FDA / NLM | Prescribing information reproduced above |
| FAERS | FDA | Adverse event report counts |
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