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GOCOVRI

Amantadine · Capsule, Coated Pellets

Prescription NDA TE AB RLD Official labelling
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Overview

Brand name
GOCOVRI
Generic name
Amantadine
Dosage form
Capsule, Coated Pellets
Route
Oral
Marketing category
NDA · NDA
Labeler
Adamas Pharma, LLC
Product type
Human Prescription Drug
DEA schedule
Not scheduled
Active ingredients
2
NDC product codes
4
Packages
10
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
Amantadine 137 mg/1 1944370 View
Amantadine 68.5 mg/1 1944370 View

Forms, strengths and routes

Source: NDC Directory
Dosage form
Capsule, Coated Pellets
Route of administration
Oral
Presentations
14

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
Influenza A M2 Protein Inhibitor [EPC] EPC All 10 members
M2 Protein Inhibitors [MoA] MoA All 10 members

Regulatory status

Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory
Application number
208944
Application type
NDA · New Drug Application
Approval date
August 24, 2017
Sponsor
SUPERNUS PHARMS
Products on application
2
Submissions recorded
4
Products approved under application 208944.
Product Trade name Form Strength Ingredient Status TE Flags
208944-001 GOCOVRI CAPSULE, EXTENDED RELEASE AMANTADINE HYDROCHLORIDE Prescription AB RLD
208944-002 GOCOVRI CAPSULE, EXTENDED RELEASE AMANTADINE HYDROCHLORIDE Prescription — RLD RS

Therapeutic equivalence

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

What this rating means: Therapeutically equivalent — bioequivalence demonstrated by in vivo or in vitro testing

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
8389578 January 22, 2028 001 No U-2105 September 21, 2017
8389578 January 22, 2028 002 No U-2105 September 21, 2017
9867792 December 2, 2030 001 No U-2106 January 16, 2018
9867791 December 2, 2030 001 No U-2106 January 16, 2018
9877933 December 2, 2030 001 No U-2224 January 30, 2018
8741343 December 2, 2030 001 No U-2106 September 21, 2017
9867793 December 2, 2030 001 No U-2106 January 16, 2018
11197835 December 2, 2030 001 No U-2106 January 12, 2022
8741343 December 2, 2030 002 No U-2106 September 21, 2017
9867791 December 2, 2030 002 No U-2106 January 16, 2018
9877933 December 2, 2030 002 No U-2224 January 30, 2018
9867793 December 2, 2030 002 No U-2106 January 16, 2018
11197835 December 2, 2030 002 No U-2106 January 12, 2022
9867792 December 2, 2030 002 No U-2106 January 16, 2018
10646456 June 17, 2034 001 No U-2808 July 14, 2020
11903908 June 17, 2034 001 No U-3822 March 8, 2024
10646456 June 17, 2034 002 No U-2808 July 14, 2020
11903908 June 17, 2034 002 No U-3822 March 8, 2024
10154971 December 4, 2034 001 No U-2459 December 18, 2018
10154971 December 4, 2034 002 No U-2459 December 18, 2018
12233033 August 23, 2038 001 No U-2106 March 25, 2025
12233033 August 23, 2038 001 No U-3180 March 25, 2025
12233033 August 23, 2038 001 No U-2224 March 25, 2025
11077073 August 23, 2038 001 No U-2106 August 4, 2021
11077073 August 23, 2038 001 No U-2224 August 4, 2021
11077073 August 23, 2038 001 No U-3180 August 4, 2021
11065213 August 23, 2038 001 No July 20, 2021
12233033 August 23, 2038 002 No U-2224 March 25, 2025
12233033 August 23, 2038 002 No U-2106 March 25, 2025
12233033 August 23, 2038 002 No U-3180 March 25, 2025
11077073 August 23, 2038 002 No U-2224 August 4, 2021
11077073 August 23, 2038 002 No U-3180 August 4, 2021
11077073 August 23, 2038 002 No U-2106 August 4, 2021
11065213 August 23, 2038 002 No July 20, 2021

Approval history

Source: Drugs@FDA
Most recent submissions on application 208944.
Type No. Action Status Date Review
Supplement 9 Labeling Approved July 10, 2025 Standard
Supplement 4 Efficacy Approved February 1, 2021 Standard
Supplement 3 Labeling Approved March 10, 2020 Standard
Original application 1 Type 3 - New Dosage Form Approved August 24, 2017 Standard

Review documents

  • 0 · Supplement · July 11, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · July 11, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · February 3, 2021
  • 0 · Supplement · February 2, 2021
  • 0 · Supplement · March 11, 2020
  • 0 · Supplement · March 10, 2020
  • 0 · Original application · July 2, 2018
  • 0 · Original application · August 25, 2017
  • 0 · Original application · August 25, 2017

Prescribing information

Source: openFDA Drug Labeling

Reproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20260908). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.

HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20260908 HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20260908

Recent Major Changes

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Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ) 7/2025

Indications and Usage

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1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE GOCOVRI ® is indicated: For the treatment of dyskinesia in patients with Parkinson's disease receiving levodopa-based therapy, with or without concomitant dopaminergic medications As adjunctive treatment to levodopa/carbidopa in patients with Parkinson's disease experiencing "off" episodes GOCOVRI ® is indicated: For the treatment of dyskinesia in patients with Parkinson's disease receiving levodopa-based therapy, with or without concomitant dopaminergic medications ( 1 ) As adjunctive treatment to levodopa/carbidopa in patients with Parkinson's disease experiencing "off" episodes ( 1 )

Dosage and Administration

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2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Administer orally once daily at bedtime ( 2.1 , 2.3 ) The initial daily dosage is 137 mg; after 1 week, increase to the recommended daily dosage of 274 mg ( 2.1 ) Swallow whole; may sprinkle contents on soft food ( 2.2 ) May be taken with or without food; avoid use with alcohol ( 2.2 ) A lower dosage is recommended for patients with moderate or severe renal impairment ( 2.3 ) 2.1 Dosing Information The initial daily dosage of GOCOVRI is 137 mg, administered orally once daily at bedtime. After one week, increase to the recommended dosage of 274 mg (two 137 mg capsules) once daily at bedtime. GOCOVRI is not substitutable with other amantadine immediate- or extended-release products. 2.2 Administration Information GOCOVRI should be swallowed whole. Do not crush, chew or divide capsules. If needed, GOCOVRI may be administered by carefully opening and sprinkling the entire contents on a small amount (teaspoonful) of soft food, such as applesauce. The drug/food mixture should be swallowed immediately without chewing. Do not store mixture for future use. GOCOVRI can be taken with or without food [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )]. Concomitant use of GOCOVRI with alcohol is not recommended [see Drug Interactions ( 7.4 )]. It is recommended to avoid sudden discontinuation of GOCOVRI [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 )]. 2.3 Dosing in Patients with Renal Impairment The initial and maximum recommended daily dosage of GOCOVRI for patients with renal impairment (creatinine clearance estimated by Modification of Diet in Renal Disease (MDRD) method) is provided below. 1 Increase, if needed, after one week of the initial dosage Creatinine Clearance Dosage Mild renal impairment (60 to 89 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ) Initial dosage: 137 mg once daily at bedtime. After one week, increase to recommended dosage of 274 mg once daily at bedtime. Moderate renal impairment (30 to 59 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ) Initial dosage: 68.5 mg once daily at bedtime Maximum recommended dosage: 137 mg once daily at bedtime 1 Severe renal impairment (15 to 29 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ) 68.5 mg once daily at bedtime End Stage Renal Disease (below 15 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ) Contraindicated 2.4 Discontinuation and Missed Dose Rapid dose reduction or withdrawal of GOCOVRI may cause adverse reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )]. Therefore, to discontinue GOCOVRI in patients who have been on the drug for more than 4 weeks, GOCOVRI dosage should, if possible, be reduced by half for the final week of dosing. If a dose of GOCOVRI is missed, the next dose should be taken as scheduled.

Dosage Forms and Strengths

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3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS GOCOVRI is available as extended-release capsules for oral administration. Each capsule contains 68.5 mg or 137 mg of amantadine. The 68.5 mg capsule is a white opaque size #2 capsule, with black printing of 'ADAMAS' on front and '85' on back of the cap and three black bands printed on body of capsule. The 137 mg capsule is a light blue opaque size #0 capsule, with black printing of 'ADAMAS' on front and '170' on back of the cap and three black bands printed on body of capsule. Extended-release capsules: 68.5 mg and 137 mg ( 3 )

Contraindications

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4 CONTRAINDICATIONS GOCOVRI is contraindicated in patients with end-stage renal disease (i.e., creatinine clearance below 15 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ) [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )]. GOCOVRI is contraindicated in patients with end-stage renal disease ( 4 )

Warnings and Cautions

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5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Falling Asleep During Activities of Daily Living : Advise patients prior to treatment; ordinarily discontinue if occurs ( 5.1 ) Suicidality and Depression : Monitor patients for depressed mood, depression, or suicidal ideation or behavior ( 5.2 ) Hallucinations/Psychotic Behavior: Patients with major psychotic disorder should ordinarily not be treated with GOCOVRI; observe patients for the occurrence of hallucinations throughout treatment, especially at initiation and after dose increases ( 5.3 ) Dizziness and Orthostatic Hypotension : Monitor patients for dizziness and orthostatic hypotension, especially after starting GOCOVRI or increasing the dose ( 5.4 ) Withdrawal-Emergent Hyperpyrexia and Confusion : Avoid sudden discontinuation ( 5.5 ) Corneal Edema : Monitor patients for new changes in vision, including blurred vision, with or without eye pain, or vision loss. Taper and discontinue if corneal edema occurs ( 5.6 ) Impulse Control/Compulsive Behaviors : Ask patients about increased gambling urges, sexual urges, uncontrolled spending or other urges; consider dose reduction or discontinuation if occurs ( 5.7 ) 5.1 Falling Asleep During Activities of Daily Living and Somnolence Patients treated for Parkinson's disease have reported falling asleep while engaged in activities of daily living, including the operation of motor vehicles, which sometimes has resulted in accidents. Patients may not perceive warning signs, such as excessive drowsiness, or they may report feeling alert immediately prior to the event. In controlled clinical trials, somnolence and fatigue were reported as adverse reactions in 4% of patients treated with GOCOVRI 274 mg and 1% for placebo. Before initiating treatment with GOCOVRI, advise patients of the potential to develop drowsiness and specifically ask about factors that may increase the risk for somnolence with GOCOVRI, such as concomitant sedating medications or the presence of a sleep disorder. If a patient develops daytime sleepiness or episodes of falling asleep during activities that require full attention (e.g., driving a motor vehicle, conversations, eating), GOCOVRI should ordinarily be discontinued. If a decision is made to continue GOCOVRI, patients should be advised not to drive and to avoid other potentially dangerous activities. There is insufficient information to establish that dose reduction will eliminate episodes of falling asleep while engaged in activities of daily living or daytime somnolence. 5.2 Suicidality and Depression In controlled clinical trials, suicidal ideation or suicide attempt was reported in 2% of GOCOVRI-treated patients and 0% of placebo-treated patients. Depression or depressed mood was reported in 6% of GOCOVRI-treated patients and 1% of placebo-treated patients. Confusional state was reported in 3% of GOCOVRI-treated patients and 2% of placebo-treated patients. Apathy was reported in 2% of GOCOVRI-treated patients and 0% of placebo-treated patients. Monitor patients for depression, including suicidal ideation or behavior. Prescribers should consider whether the benefits outweigh the risks of treatment with GOCOVRI in patients with a history of suicidality or depression. 5.3 Hallucinations/Psychotic Behavior Patients with a major psychotic disorder should ordinarily not be treated with GOCOVRI because of the risk of exacerbating psychosis. In controlled trials, the incidence of patients who experienced visual hallucinations, auditory hallucinations, delusions, illusions, or paranoia was 25% in patients treated with GOCOVRI 274 mg, and 3% in placebo-treated patients. Hallucinations caused discontinuation of treatment in 8% of GOCOVRI-treated patients, and in 0% of placebo-treated patients. Observe patients for the occurrence of hallucinations throughout treatment, especially at initiation, and after dose increases. 5.4 Dizziness and Orthostatic Hypotension In controlled clinical trials, 29% of GOCOVRI-treated patients and 2% of placeb …

Adverse Reactions

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6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are described in more detail elsewhere in the labeling: Falling Asleep During Activities of Daily Living and Somnolence [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Suicidality and Depression [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Hallucinations/Psychotic Behavior [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Dizziness and Orthostatic Hypotension [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Withdrawal-Emergent Hyperpyrexia and Confusion [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] Corneal Edema [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] Impulse Control/Compulsive Behaviors [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 )] The most commonly observed adverse reactions occurring at a frequency of >10% and greater than placebo were hallucination, dizziness, dry mouth, peripheral edema, constipation, fall, and orthostatic hypotension ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. at 1-833-223-2627 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or http://www/fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trial 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. Placebo-Controlled Trials GOCOVRI was evaluated in two double-blind, placebo-controlled efficacy trials of similar design and population: Study 1 (123 patients) and Study 2 (75 patients) [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )] . The study population was approximately 56% male and 94% white, with a mean age of 65 years (age range from 34 years to 82 years). The mean duration of levodopa-induced dyskinesia was 4 years (range 0.1 to 14 years). Active treatment started at 137 mg once daily for one week, followed by a dose increase to 274 mg once daily. The treatment duration was 25 weeks for Study 1 and 13 weeks for Study 2. Of the 100 patients in the safety population described below, 39 patients were treated with GOCOVRI for 24 weeks. The safety data for these trials were pooled. The most common adverse reactions reported in >10% of GOCOVRI-treated patients and more frequently than on placebo were: hallucinations, dizziness, dry mouth, peripheral edema, constipation, falls, and orthostatic hypotension. The overall rate of discontinuation because of adverse reactions for GOCOVRI-treated patients was 20%, compared to 8% for placebo-treated patients. Adverse reactions that led to treatment discontinuation in at least 2% of patients were hallucinations (8% GOCOVRI vs. 0% placebo), dry mouth (3% GOCOVRI vs. 0% placebo), peripheral edema (3% GOCOVRI vs. 0% placebo), blurred vision (GOCOVRI 3% vs. 0% placebo), postural dizziness and syncope (GOCOVRI 2% vs. 0% placebo), abnormal dreams (GOCOVRI 2% vs. 1% placebo), dysphagia (GOCOVRI 2% vs. 0% placebo), and gait disturbance (GOCOVRI 2% vs. 0% placebo). Table 1: Adverse Reactions Reported for ≥3% of Patients Treated with 274 mg GOCOVRI in Study 1 and Study 2 (Pooled Analysis) a=Includes visual hallucinations and auditory hallucinations b=Includes anxiety and generalized anxiety c=Includes orthostatic hypotension, postural dizziness, syncope, presyncope, and hypotension d=The denominator is all male patients in the safety population randomized to GOCOVRI (n=54) or placebo (n=57) Adverse Reactions GOCOVRI 274 mg N=100 % Placebo N=98 % Psychiatric disorders Hallucinations a 21 3 Anxiety b 7 3 Insomnia 7 2 Depression/Depressed mood 6 1 Abnormal dreams 4 2 Confusional state 3 2 Nervous system disorders Dizziness 16 1 Headache 6 4 Dystonia 3 1 Gastrointestinal disorders Dry mouth 16 1 Constipation 13 3 Nausea 8 3 Vomiting 3 0 General disorders and administration site conditions Peripheral edema 16 1 Gait disturbance 3 0 Injury, poisoning and procedural complications Fall 13 7 Contusion 6 1 Infections and infestations Urinary tract infection 10 5 Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders Livedo reticularis 6 0 Pigment …

Drug Interactions

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7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Other Anticholinergic Drugs: Doses should be reduced if atropine-like effects occur ( 7.1 ) Drugs Affecting Urinary pH: Excretion increases with acidic urine; possible accumulation with urine change towards alkaline ( 7.2 ) Live Attenuated Influenza Vaccines: Not recommended during use ( 7.3 ) Alcohol: Concomitant use not recommended ( 7.4 ) 7.1 Other Anticholinergic Drugs Products with anticholinergic properties may potentiate the anticholinergic-like side effects of amantadine. The dose of anticholinergic drugs or of GOCOVRI should be reduced if atropine-like effects appear when these drugs are used concurrently. 7.2 Drugs Affecting Urinary pH The pH of the urine has been reported to influence the excretion rate of amantadine. Urine pH is altered by diet, drugs (e.g., carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, sodium bicarbonate), and clinical state of the patient (e.g., renal tubular acidosis or severe infections of the urinary tract). Since the excretion rate of amantadine increases rapidly when the urine is acidic, the administration of urine acidifying drugs may increase the elimination of the drug from the body. Alterations of urine pH towards the alkaline condition may lead to an accumulation of the drug with a possible increase in adverse reactions. Monitor for efficacy or adverse reactions under conditions that alter the urine pH to more acidic or alkaline, respectively. 7.3 Live Attenuated Influenza Vaccines Because of its antiviral properties, amantadine may interfere with the efficacy of live attenuated influenza vaccines. Therefore, live vaccines are not recommended during treatment with GOCOVRI. Inactivated influenza vaccines may be used, as appropriate. 7.4 Alcohol Concomitant use with alcohol is not recommended, as it may increase the potential for CNS effects such as dizziness, confusion, lightheadedness, and orthostatic hypotension [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] , and may result in dose-dumping [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] .

Use in Specific Populations

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8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Pregnancy: Based on animal data, may cause fetal harm ( 8.1 ) 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no adequate data on the developmental risk associated with use of amantadine in pregnant women. Animal studies suggest a potential risk for fetal harm with amantadine. In mice and rats, adverse developmental effects (embryolethality, increased incidence of malformations, and reduced fetal body weight) were observed when amantadine was administered to pregnant animals at clinically relevant doses [ see Data]. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively. The background risk for major birth defects and miscarriage in patients with Parkinson's disease is unknown. Data Animal Data The effects of amantadine on development have not been tested in studies conducted in animals using currently recommended methodology; however, developmental toxicity studies of amantadine have been reported in the published literature. In mice, oral administration of amantadine (0, 10, or 40 mg/kg/day) to pregnant animals during organogenesis (gestation days 7-12) resulted in embryolethality and reduced fetal body weight at the highest dose tested, which was associated with maternal toxicity. The no-effect dose for developmental toxicity in mice (10 mg/kg/day) is less than the recommended human dose (RHD) of 274 mg/day, based on body surface area (mg/m 2 ). In rats, oral administration of amantadine (0, 40 or 120 mg/kg/day) to pregnant animals during organogenesis (gestation days 7-12) resulted in embryolethality and reduced fetal body weight at the highest dose. The no-effect dose for developmental toxicity in this study (40 mg/kg/day) is approximately equal to the RHD on a mg/m 2 basis. In another study in pregnant rats, oral administration of amantadine during organogenesis (gestation days 7-14) resulted in an increase in visceral and skeletal malformations at oral doses of 50 and 100 mg/kg/day. The no-effect dose for teratogenicity in this study (37 mg/kg/day) is approximately equal to the RHD on a mg/m 2 basis. Evaluation of parturition, lactation, and post-natal development in a limited number of litters from the mouse and rat studies described above revealed reductions in live litter size and pup weights at birth at 40 mg/kg/day in mice and 120 mg/kg/day in rats. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary Amantadine is excreted into human milk, but amounts have not been quantified. There is no information on the risk to a breastfed infant. Amantadine may alter breast milk production or excretion [see Data] . The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother's clinical need for GOCOVRI and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed infant from GOCOVRI or from the underlying maternal condition. Data In published studies, amantadine reduced serum prolactin levels and the symptoms of galactorrhea in patients taking neuroleptic drugs. The effect of amantadine on milk supply has not been evaluated in nursing mothers. 8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of GOCOVRI in pediatric patients have not been established. 8.5 Geriatric Use The majority of people with Parkinson's disease are 65 years and older. In Phase 3 clinical trials, the mean age of patients at study entry was 65 years. Of the total number of patients in clinical studies of GOCOVRI, 46% were less than 65 years of age, 39% were 65-74 years of age, and 15% were 75 years of age or older. Hallucinations and falls occurred more frequently in patients 65 years of age or older, compared to those less than 65 years of age [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )]. No dose adjustment is recommended on the basis of age. GOCOVRI is known to be substantially excreted by the kidney, and the risk of adverse reactions may be greater in patients with impaired renal function. Because elderly patients are more likely to hav …

Mechanism of Action

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12.1 Mechanism of Action The mechanism by which amantadine exerts efficacy in the treatment of dyskinesia in patients with Parkinson's disease or as adjunctive treatment to levodopa/carbidopa in patients with Parkinson's disease experiencing "off" episodes is unknown. Amantadine is a weak uncompetitive antagonist of the NMDA receptor. Amantadine has not been shown to possess direct anticholinergic activity in animal studies; however, it exhibits anticholinergic-like side effects such as dry mouth, urinary retention, and constipation in humans. Amantadine may have direct and indirect effects on dopamine neurons; it exerts dopaminergic-like side effects such as hallucinations and dizziness in humans.

Description

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11 DESCRIPTION GOCOVRI contains amantadine in an extended-release formulation. The active ingredient in GOCOVRI is amantadine hydrochloride. The chemical name for amantadine hydrochloride is tricyclo [3.3.1.1 3,7 ] decan-1-amine, hydrochloride or 1-adamantanamine hydrochloride with the following structural formula: The molecular formula is C 10 H 17 N•HCl and the molecular weight is 187.71 (g/mol). Amantadine hydrochloride is a white crystalline powder and is non-hygroscopic, practically insoluble in ether, sparingly soluble in methylene chloride, soluble in chloroform, and freely soluble in water, ethanol, and methanol. GOCOVRI capsules are for oral use. Each capsule contains 68.5 mg or 137 mg amantadine (as 85 mg or 170 mg amantadine hydrochloride, respectively). Capsules also contain the following inactive ingredients: copovidone, ethylcellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, medium-chain triglycerides, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, and talc in a hard gelatin capsule. chemical structure

10 OVERDOSAGE Deaths have been reported from overdose with amantadine. The lowest reported acute lethal dose was 1 gram of amantadine hydrochloride (equivalent to 0.8 g amantadine). Acute toxicity may be attributable to the anticholinergic effects of amantadine. Drug overdose has resulted in cardiac, respiratory, renal, or central nervous system toxicity. Pulmonary edema and respiratory distress (including adult respiratory distress syndrome, ARDS) have been reported with amantadine; renal dysfunction, including increased BUN and decreased creatinine clearance, can occur. Central nervous system effects that have been reported with overdose include agitation, aggressive behavior, hypertonia, hyperkinesia, ataxia, tremor, disorientation, depersonalization, fear, delirium, psychotic reactions, lethargy, and coma. Seizures may be exacerbated in patients with prior history of seizure disorders. Hyperthermia has occurred with amantadine overdose. For acute overdosing, general supportive measures should be employed along with immediate gastric decontamination if appropriate. Give intravenous fluids if necessary. The excretion rate of amantadine increases with acidification of urine, which may increase the elimination of the drug. Monitor patients for arrhythmias and hypotension. Electrocardiographic monitoring may be needed after ingestion because arrhythmias have been reported after overdose, including arrhythmias with fatal outcomes. Adrenergic agents, such as isoproterenol, in patients with an amantadine overdose has been reported to induce arrhythmias. Monitor blood electrolytes, urine pH, and urinary output. Although amantadine is not efficiently removed by hemodialysis, this procedure may be useful in the treatment of amantadine toxicity in patients with renal failure.

How Supplied / Storage and Handling

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16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING 16.1 How Supplied GOCOVRI is supplied as extended release capsules in the following configurations: The 68.5 mg capsule is a white opaque size #2 capsule, with black printing of 'ADAMAS' on front and '85' on back of the cap and three black bands printed on body of capsule. 60 count bottles NDC# 70482-085-60 The 137 mg capsule is a light blue opaque size #0 capsule, with black printing of 'ADAMAS' on front and '170' on back of the cap and three black bands printed on body of capsule. 60 count bottles NDC# 70482-170-60 16.2 Storage and Handling Store at 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].

16.1 How Supplied GOCOVRI is supplied as extended release capsules in the following configurations: The 68.5 mg capsule is a white opaque size #2 capsule, with black printing of 'ADAMAS' on front and '85' on back of the cap and three black bands printed on body of capsule. 60 count bottles NDC# 70482-085-60 The 137 mg capsule is a light blue opaque size #0 capsule, with black printing of 'ADAMAS' on front and '170' on back of the cap and three black bands printed on body of capsule. 60 count bottles NDC# 70482-170-60

Adverse event reports

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20,182
FAERS reports mentioning this drug
as of 2026-09-25T03:42:24+00:00
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Packaging and NDCs

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Package NDC Product NDC Labeler Description Marketing start
70482-085-21 70482-085 Adamas Pharma, LLC 21 CAPSULE, COATED PELLETS in 1 BOTTLE (70482-085-21) August 24, 2017
70482-085-60 70482-085 Adamas Pharma, LLC 60 CAPSULE, COATED PELLETS in 1 BOTTLE (70482-085-60) August 24, 2017
70482-085-61 70482-085 Adamas Pharma, LLC 60 CAPSULE, COATED PELLETS in 1 BOTTLE (70482-085-61) August 24, 2017
70482-170-21 70482-170 Adamas Pharma, LLC 21 CAPSULE, COATED PELLETS in 1 BOTTLE (70482-170-21) August 24, 2017
70482-170-60 70482-170 Adamas Pharma, LLC 60 CAPSULE, COATED PELLETS in 1 BOTTLE (70482-170-60) August 24, 2017
70482-170-61 70482-170 Adamas Pharma, LLC 60 CAPSULE, COATED PELLETS in 1 BOTTLE (70482-170-61) August 24, 2017
17772-085-21 17772-085 Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 21 CAPSULE, COATED PELLETS in 1 BOTTLE (17772-085-21) August 24, 2017
17772-085-60 17772-085 Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 60 CAPSULE, COATED PELLETS in 1 BOTTLE (17772-085-60) August 24, 2017
17772-170-21 17772-170 Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 21 CAPSULE, COATED PELLETS in 1 BOTTLE (17772-170-21) August 24, 2017
17772-170-60 17772-170 Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 60 CAPSULE, COATED PELLETS in 1 BOTTLE (17772-170-60) August 24, 2017
70482-085 70482-085 Adamas Pharma, LLC — August 24, 2017
70482-170 70482-170 Adamas Pharma, LLC — August 24, 2017
17772-085 17772-085 Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. — August 24, 2017
17772-170 17772-170 Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. — August 24, 2017

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