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INGREZZA

Valbenazine · Capsule

Prescription NDA TE AB RLD Official labelling
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Overview

Brand name
INGREZZA
Generic name
Valbenazine
Dosage form
Capsule
Route
Oral
Marketing category
NDA · NDA
Labeler
Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc.
Product type
Human Prescription Drug
DEA schedule
Not scheduled
Active ingredients
3
NDC product codes
3
Packages
3
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
Valbenazine Tosylate 40 mg/1 1918224 View
Valbenazine Tosylate 60 mg/1 1918224 View
Valbenazine Tosylate 80 mg/1 1918224 View

Forms, strengths and routes

Source: NDC Directory
Dosage form
Capsule
Route of administration
Oral
Presentations
6

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
Vesicular Monoamine Transporter 2 Inhibitor [EPC] EPC 5 members — no class page
Vesicular Monoamine Transporter 2 Inhibitors [MoA] MoA 5 members — no class page

Regulatory status

Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory
Application number
209241
Application type
NDA · New Drug Application
Approval date
April 11, 2017
Sponsor
NEUROCRINE
Products on application
3
Submissions recorded
10
Products approved under application 209241.
Product Trade name Form Strength Ingredient Status TE Flags
209241-001 INGREZZA CAPSULE VALBENAZINE TOSYLATE Prescription AB RLD
209241-002 INGREZZA CAPSULE VALBENAZINE TOSYLATE Prescription AB RLD RS
209241-003 INGREZZA CAPSULE VALBENAZINE TOSYLATE Prescription AB RLD

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
8357697 November 8, 2027 001 No U-3055 April 26, 2017
8357697 November 8, 2027 001 No U-1995 April 26, 2017
8357697 November 8, 2027 002 No U-1995 October 27, 2017
8357697 November 8, 2027 002 No U-3055 October 27, 2017
8357697 November 8, 2027 003 No U-3055 May 19, 2021
8357697 November 8, 2027 003 No U-1995 May 19, 2021
8039627 April 11, 2031 001 Yes April 26, 2017
8039627 April 11, 2031 002 Yes October 27, 2017
8039627 April 11, 2031 003 Yes May 19, 2021
10844058 October 28, 2036 001 Yes U-1995 December 18, 2020
10851103 October 28, 2036 001 Yes U-1995 December 18, 2020
10851104 October 28, 2036 001 Yes U-1995 December 18, 2020
10065952 October 28, 2036 001 Yes U-1995 September 26, 2018
10851104 October 28, 2036 001 Yes U-3055 December 18, 2020
10851103 October 28, 2036 001 Yes U-3055 December 18, 2020
10844058 October 28, 2036 001 Yes U-3055 December 18, 2020
10065952 October 28, 2036 001 Yes U-3055 September 26, 2018
10065952 October 28, 2036 002 Yes U-1995 September 26, 2018
10851104 October 28, 2036 002 Yes U-1995 December 18, 2020
10851103 October 28, 2036 002 Yes U-1995 December 18, 2020
10844058 October 28, 2036 002 Yes U-1995 December 18, 2020
10851104 October 28, 2036 002 Yes U-3055 December 18, 2020
10851103 October 28, 2036 002 Yes U-3055 December 18, 2020
10844058 October 28, 2036 002 Yes U-3055 December 18, 2020
10065952 October 28, 2036 002 Yes U-3055 September 26, 2018
10851104 October 28, 2036 003 Yes U-3055 May 19, 2021
10851103 October 28, 2036 003 Yes U-3055 May 19, 2021
10844058 October 28, 2036 003 Yes U-3055 May 19, 2021
10065952 October 28, 2036 003 Yes U-3055 May 19, 2021
10851104 October 28, 2036 003 Yes U-1995 May 19, 2021
10844058 October 28, 2036 003 Yes U-1995 May 19, 2021
10851103 October 28, 2036 003 Yes U-1995 May 19, 2021
10065952 October 28, 2036 003 Yes U-1995 May 19, 2021
10906902 December 22, 2036 001 Yes March 3, 2021
10919892 December 22, 2036 001 Yes March 3, 2021
10906903 December 22, 2036 001 Yes March 3, 2021
10919892 December 22, 2036 002 Yes March 3, 2021
10906903 December 22, 2036 002 Yes March 3, 2021
10906902 December 22, 2036 002 Yes March 3, 2021
10906902 December 22, 2036 003 Yes May 19, 2021
10906903 December 22, 2036 003 Yes May 19, 2021
10919892 December 22, 2036 003 Yes May 19, 2021
10874648 October 10, 2037 001 No U-1995 January 25, 2021
10874648 October 10, 2037 001 No U-3046 January 25, 2021
10857137 October 10, 2037 001 No U-1995 December 18, 2020
10857148 October 10, 2037 001 No U-1995 December 18, 2020
10952997 October 10, 2037 001 No U-1995 April 6, 2021
11439629 October 10, 2037 001 No U-3055 September 14, 2023
10912771 October 10, 2037 001 No U-3055 March 3, 2021
10874648 October 10, 2037 001 No U-3055 January 25, 2021
10993941 October 10, 2037 001 No U-1995 May 19, 2021
11040029 October 10, 2037 001 No U-1995 June 30, 2021
10912771 October 10, 2037 001 No U-1995 March 3, 2021
10912771 October 10, 2037 001 No U-3076 March 3, 2021
10874648 October 10, 2037 002 No U-1995 January 25, 2021
10874648 October 10, 2037 002 No U-3046 January 25, 2021
10857148 October 10, 2037 002 No U-1995 December 18, 2020
10857137 October 10, 2037 002 No U-1995 December 18, 2020
10952997 October 10, 2037 002 No U-1995 April 6, 2021
11439629 October 10, 2037 002 No U-3055 September 14, 2023
10912771 October 10, 2037 002 No U-3055 March 3, 2021
10874648 October 10, 2037 002 No U-3055 January 25, 2021
10993941 October 10, 2037 002 No U-1995 May 19, 2021
11040029 October 10, 2037 002 No U-1995 June 30, 2021
10912771 October 10, 2037 002 No U-1995 March 3, 2021
10912771 October 10, 2037 002 No U-3076 March 3, 2021
11439629 October 10, 2037 003 No U-3055 September 14, 2023
10912771 October 10, 2037 003 No U-3055 May 19, 2021
10874648 October 10, 2037 003 No U-3055 May 19, 2021
10857137 October 10, 2037 003 No U-1995 May 19, 2021
10857148 October 10, 2037 003 No U-1995 May 19, 2021
10874648 October 10, 2037 003 No U-1995 May 19, 2021
10874648 October 10, 2037 003 No U-3046 May 19, 2021
10912771 October 10, 2037 003 No U-3076 May 19, 2021
10912771 October 10, 2037 003 No U-1995 May 19, 2021
10993941 October 10, 2037 003 No U-1995 May 19, 2021
10952997 October 10, 2037 003 No U-1995 May 19, 2021
11040029 October 10, 2037 003 No U-1995 June 30, 2021
11311532 September 18, 2038 001 No U-1995 May 17, 2022
11311532 September 18, 2038 001 No U-3055 May 17, 2022
11026939 September 18, 2038 001 No U-3055 June 30, 2021
11026939 September 18, 2038 001 No U-1995 June 30, 2021
11311532 September 18, 2038 002 No U-1995 May 17, 2022
11311532 September 18, 2038 002 No U-3055 May 17, 2022
11026939 September 18, 2038 002 No U-3055 June 30, 2021
11026939 September 18, 2038 002 No U-1995 June 30, 2021
11311532 September 18, 2038 003 No U-1995 May 17, 2022
11311532 September 18, 2038 003 No U-3055 May 17, 2022
11026939 September 18, 2038 003 No U-3055 June 30, 2021
11026939 September 18, 2038 003 No U-1995 June 30, 2021
11654142 November 14, 2038 001 No U-3055 September 14, 2023
11654142 November 14, 2038 002 No U-3055 September 14, 2023
11654142 November 14, 2038 003 No U-3055 September 14, 2023
11026931 August 14, 2039 001 No U-1995 June 30, 2021
11026931 August 14, 2039 002 No U-1995 June 30, 2021
11026931 August 14, 2039 003 No U-1995 June 30, 2021
10940141 August 10, 2040 001 No U-1995 April 6, 2021
10940141 August 10, 2040 002 No U-1995 April 6, 2021
10940141 August 10, 2040 003 No U-1995 May 19, 2021
Regulatory exclusivity periods.
Code Expires Product
I-925 August 18, 2026 001
I-925 August 18, 2026 002
I-925 August 18, 2026 003
ODE-440 August 18, 2030 001
ODE-440 August 18, 2030 002
ODE-440 August 18, 2030 003

Approval history

Source: Drugs@FDA
Most recent submissions on application 209241.
Type No. Action Status Date Review
Supplement 29 Labeling Approved February 4, 2025 Standard
Supplement 28 Labeling Approved November 22, 2024 Standard
Supplement 26 Efficacy Approved August 18, 2023 Standard
Supplement 24 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved August 11, 2022 Standard
Supplement 20 Efficacy Approved April 23, 2021 Standard
Supplement 16 Labeling Approved April 9, 2020 Standard
Supplement 12 Labeling Approved July 15, 2019 901 Required
Supplement 6 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved January 10, 2019 N/A
Supplement 3 Labeling Approved August 10, 2018 Standard
Original application 1 Type 1 - New Molecular Entity Approved April 11, 2017 Priority

Review documents

  • 0 · Supplement · February 6, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · February 6, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · February 6, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · December 6, 2024
  • 0 · Supplement · December 5, 2024
  • 0 · Supplement · August 22, 2023
  • 0 · Supplement · August 21, 2023
  • 0 · Supplement · November 2, 2022
  • 0 · Supplement · June 28, 2022
  • 0 · Supplement · April 28, 2021
  • 0 · Supplement · April 27, 2021
  • 0 · Supplement · April 21, 2020
  • 0 · Supplement · April 10, 2020
  • 0 · Supplement · August 5, 2019
  • 0 · Supplement · July 16, 2019
  • 0 · Supplement · August 30, 2018
  • 0 · Supplement · August 20, 2018
  • 0 · Original application · June 1, 2017
  • 0 · Original application · June 1, 2017
  • 0 · Original application · April 12, 2017
  • 0 · Original application · April 12, 2017

Prescribing information

Source: openFDA Drug Labeling

Reproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20260417). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.

HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20260417

Boxed Warning

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WARNING: DEPRESSION AND SUICIDAL IDEATION AND BEHAVIOR IN PATIENTS WITH HUNTINGTON’S DISEASE VMAT2 inhibitors, including INGREZZA and INGREZZA SPRINKLE, can increase the risk of depression and suicidal thoughts and behavior in patients with Huntington’s disease. Anyone considering the use of INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE must balance the risks of depression and suicidal ideation and behavior with the clinical need for treatment of chorea. Closely monitor patients for the emergence or worsening of depression, suicidal ideation, or unusual changes in behavior. Inform patients, their caregivers, and families of the risk of depression and suicidal ideation and behavior and instruct them to report behaviors of concern promptly to the treating physician. Particular caution should be exercised in treating patients with a history of depression or prior suicide attempts or ideation, which are increased in frequency in patients with Huntington’s disease [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )]. WARNING: DEPRESSION AND SUICIDAL IDEATION AND BEHAVIOR IN PATIENTS WITH HUNTINGTON’S DISEASE See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. • Increases the risk of depression and suicidal thoughts and behavior in patients with Huntington’s disease ( 5.1 ) • Balance risks of depression, and suicidal ideation and behavior with the clinical need for treatment of chorea when considering the use of INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE ( 5.1 ) • Monitor patients for the emergence or worsening of depression, suicidal ideation, or unusual changes in behavior ( 5.1 ) • Inform patients, caregivers, and families of the risk of depression and suicidal ideation and behavior and instruct them to report behaviors of concern promptly to the treating physician ( 5.1 ) • Exercise caution when treating patients with a history of depression or prior suicide attempts or ideation ( 5.1 )

Indications and Usage

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1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE INGREZZA and INGREZZA SPRINKLE are indicated for the treatment of adults with: - tardive dyskinesia [see Clinical Studies ( 14.1 )] . - chorea associated with Huntington’s disease [see Clinical Studies ( 14.2 )] . INGREZZA and INGREZZA SPRINKLE are vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2) inhibitors indicated for the treatment of adults with: - tardive dyskinesia. ( 1 ) - chorea associated with Huntington’s disease. ( 1 )

Dosage and Administration

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2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Tardive dyskinesia: The initial dosage is 40 mg once daily. After one week, increase the dose to the recommended dosage of 80 mg once daily. ( 2.1 ) Chorea associated with Huntington’s disease: The initial dosage is 40 mg once daily. Increase the dose in 20 mg increments every two weeks to the recommended dosage of 80 mg once daily. ( 2.1 ) 40 mg or 60 mg once daily may be considered depending on response and tolerability. ( 2.1 ) Can be taken with or without food. ( 2.2 ) INGREZZA SPRINKLE may be opened and sprinkled over soft food (do not use milk or drinking water). INGREZZA SPRINKLE may be swallowed whole with water. Do not crush or chew. ( 2.2 ) The recommended dosage for patients with moderate or severe hepatic impairment is 40 mg once daily. ( 2.3 ) The recommended dosage for known CYP2D6 poor metabolizers is 40 mg once daily. ( 2.4 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosage Tardive Dyskinesia The initial dosage for INGREZZA and INGREZZA SPRINKLE is 40 mg once daily. After one week, increase the dose to the recommended dosage of 80 mg once daily. A dosage of 40 mg or 60 mg once daily may be considered depending on response and tolerability. Chorea Associated with Huntington ’s Disease The initial dosage for INGREZZA and INGREZZA SPRINKLE is 40 mg once daily. Increase the dose in 20 mg increments every two weeks to the recommended dosage of 80 mg once daily. A dosage of 40 mg or 60 mg once daily may be considered depending on response and tolerability. 2.2 Administrative Information Administer INGREZZA and INGREZZA SPRINKLE orally with or without food [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . Administration Information for INGREZZA SPRINKLE • Open INGREZZA SPRINKLE and sprinkle the entire contents of the capsule over a bowl containing a small amount (1 tablespoonful) of soft food such as applesauce, yogurt, or pudding. Do not sprinkle the contents of the capsule into milk or drinking water. Stir the contents of the capsule into the soft food with the tablespoon and swallow the drug/food mixture immediately. If necessary, the mixture can be stored for up to 2 hours at room temperature. Discard of any unused portion after 2 hours. Following administration of the drug/food mixture, drink a glass (e.g., 240 mL) of water. Do not administer INGREZZA SPRINKLE via nasogastric, gastrostomy, or other enteral tubes because it may cause obstruction of enteral tubes. • INGREZZA SPRINKLE may be swallowed whole with water. Do not crush or chew INGREZZA SPRINKLE. 2. 3 Dosage Recommendations for Patients with Hepatic Impairment The recommended dosage for patients with moderate or severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh score 7 to 15) is INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE 40 mg once daily [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.7 ), Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )]. 2. 4 Dosage Recommendations for Known CYP2D6 Poor Metabolizers The recommended dosage for known CYP2D6 poor metabolizers is INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE 40 mg once daily [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.6 ), Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 , 12.5 )]. 2. 5 Dosage Recommendations for Concomitant Use with Strong CYP3A4 Inducers and Strong CYP3A4 or CYP2D6 Inhibitors Coadministration with Strong CYP3A4 Inducers Concomitant use of strong CYP3A4 inducers with INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE is not recommended [ see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 ) ] . Coadministration with Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors The recommended dosage for patients receiving strong CYP3A4 inhibitors is INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE 40 mg once daily [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )]. Coadministration with Strong CYP2D6 Inhibitors The recommended dosage for patients receiving strong CYP2D6 inhibitors is INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE 40 mg once daily [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )].

Dosage Forms and Strengths

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3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS INGREZZA 40 mg capsule: white opaque body and purple cap, printed with ‘VBZ’ and ‘40’ in black ink. Each capsule contains 40 mg valbenazine. 60 mg capsule: dark red opaque body and purple cap, printed with ‘VBZ’ and ‘60’ in black ink. Each capsule contains 60 mg valbenazine. 80 mg capsule: purple opaque body and cap, printed with ‘VBZ’ and ‘80’ in black ink. Each capsule contains 80 mg valbenazine. INGREZZA SPRINKLE 40 mg capsule: pearl white opaque cap and body, printed with a band, directional arrows, and “VBZ 40” in black ink on both the cap and body. Each capsule contains 40 mg valbenazine. 60 mg capsule: pearl white opaque cap and body, printed with a band, directional arrows, and “VBZ 60” in orange to dark red ink on both the cap and body. Each capsule contains 60 mg valbenazine. 80 mg capsule: pearl white opaque cap and body, printed with a band, directional arrows, and “VBZ 80” in purple ink on both the cap and body. Each capsule contains 80 mg valbenazine. INGREZZA capsules: 40 mg, 60 mg and 80 mg. ( 3 ) INGREZZA SPRINKLE capsules: 40 mg, 60 mg, and 80 mg. ( 3 )

Contraindications

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4 CONTRAINDICATIONS INGREZZA and INGREZZA SPRINKLE are contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to valbenazine or any components of INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE. Rash, urticaria, and reactions consistent with angioedema (e.g., swelling of the face, lips, and mouth) have been reported with use of INGREZZA [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) and Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )]. Known hypersensitivity to valbenazine or any components of INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE. ( 4 )

Warnings and Cautions

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5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Depression and suicidal ideation and behavior in patients with Huntington’s disease. ( 5.1 ) Hypersensitivity, including angioedema may occur. Discontinue if this occurs. ( 5.2 ) Somnolence/sedation: May impair patient’s ability to drive or operate hazardous machinery. ( 5.3 ) QT Prolongation: May cause an increase in QT interval. Avoid use in patients with congenital long QT syndrome or with arrhythmias associated with a prolonged QT interval. ( 5.4 ) Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS): Discontinue if this occurs. ( 5.5 ) Parkinsonism: Cases of parkinson-like symptoms, some of which were severe, have been reported in the postmarketing period. Reduce the dose or discontinue INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE treatment in patients who develop clinically significant parkinson-like signs or symptoms. ( 5.6 ) 5.1 Depression and Suicidal Ideation and Behavior in Patients with Huntington’s Disease Patients with Huntington’s disease are at increased risk for depression, and suicidal ideation or behaviors. VMAT2 inhibitors, including INGREZZA and INGREZZA SPRINKLE, can increase the risk for suicidal ideation and behaviors in patients with Huntington’s disease. In a 14-week, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial [see Clinical Studies ( 14.2 )] , depression or depressed mood was reported in 4.7% of patients taking INGREZZA compared to 1.6% of patients who received placebo, and no patients taking INGREZZA reported suicidal ideation or behavior compared to 1 patient (1.6%) who received placebo. Patients with significant risk for suicidal behavior or with unstable psychiatric symptoms were excluded from this trial. Suicidal ideation (9 subjects; 7.2%) and suicide attempts (3 subjects; 2.4%) were reported in the longer open-label extension trial (N=125). When considering the use of INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE, the risk of suicidal ideation and behaviors must be balanced against the need for treatment of chorea. All patients treated with INGREZZA and INGREZZA SPRINKLE should be observed for new or worsening depression, suicidal ideation or behaviors. If any of these reactions occur and do not resolve, consider discontinuing treatment with INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE. 5.2 Hypersensitivity Reactions Hypersensitivity reactions, including cases of angioedema involving the larynx, glottis, lips, and eyelids, have been reported in the postmarketing setting in patients after taking the first or subsequent doses of INGREZZA [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )] . A case of angioedema involving the lips and face, with rash and shortness of breath was reported in a patient with Huntington’s disease taking INGREZZA during a clinical study. Urticaria and rash were also reported during a clinical study in patients with Huntington’s disease. Angioedema associated with laryngeal edema can be fatal. If any of these reactions occur, discontinue INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE. 5. 3 Somnolence and Sedation INGREZZA and INGREZZA SPRINKLE can cause somnolence and sedation, which was the most common adverse reaction in placebo-controlled trials with INGREZZA [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )] . Patients should not perform activities requiring mental alertness such as operating a motor vehicle or operating hazardous machinery until they know how they will be affected by INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE . 5. 4 QT Prolongation INGREZZA and INGREZZA SPRINKLE may prolong the QT interval, although the degree of QT prolongation is not clinically significant at concentrations expected with recommended dosing. In patients taking a strong CYP2D6 or CYP3A4 inhibitor, or who are CYP2D6 poor metabolizers, INGREZZA and INGREZZA SPRINKLE concentrations may be higher and QT prolongation clinically significant [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.2 )] . For patients who are CYP2D6 poor metabolizers or are taking a strong CYP2D6 inhibitor, dose reduction may be necessary. For patients taking a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor, reduce the dose of INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE to …

Adverse Reactions

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6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are discussed in more detail in other sections of the labeling: Depression and Suicidal Ideation and Behavior in Patients with Huntington’s Disease [see Boxed Warning and Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Contraindications ( 4 ) and Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) ] Somnolence and Sedation [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] QT Prolongation [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS) [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] Parkinsonism [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] Most common adverse reaction (≥5% and twice the rate of placebo): - Tardive dyskinesia: somnolence. ( 6.1 ) - Chorea associated with Huntington’s disease: somnolence/lethargy/sedation, urticaria, rash, insomnia. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. at 877-641-3461 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 INGREZZA SPRINKLE has been established from adequate and well-controlled studies of INGREZZA [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )] . Below is a display of the adverse reactions of INGREZZA in these adequate and well-controlled studies. Tardive Dyskinesia Variable and Fixed Dose Placebo-Controlled Trial Experience The safety of INGREZZA was evaluated in 3 placebo-controlled studies, each 6 weeks in duration (fixed dose, dose escalation, dose reduction), including 445 patients. Patients were 26 to 84 years of age with moderate to severe tardive dyskinesia and had concurrent diagnoses of mood disorder (27%) or schizophrenia/ schizoaffective disorder (72%). The mean age was 56 years. Patients were 57% Caucasian, 39% African-American, and 4% other. With respect to ethnicity, 28% were Hispanic or Latino. All subjects continued previous stable regimens of antipsychotics; 85% and 27% of subjects, respectively, were taking atypical and typical antipsychotic medications at study entry. Adverse Reactions Leading to Discontinuation of Treatment A total of 3% of INGREZZA-treated patients and 2% of placebo-treated patients discontinued because of adverse reactions. Common Adverse Reactions Adverse reactions that occurred in the 3 placebo-controlled studies at an incidence of ≥2% and greater than placebo are presented in Table 1 . Table 1: Adverse Reactions in 3 Placebo-Controlled Studies of 6-week Treatment Duration Reported at ≥2% and >Placebo – Tardive Dyskinesia Adverse Reaction 1 INGREZZA (n=262) % Placebo (n=183) % General Disorders Somnolence (somnolence, fatigue, sedation) 10.9 4.2 Nervous System Disorders Anticholinergic effects 5.4 4.9 (dry mouth, constipation, disturbance in attention, vision blurred, urinary retention) Balance disorders/fall (fall, gait disturbance, dizziness, balance disorder) 4.1 2.2 Headache 3.4 2.7 Akathisia (akathisia, restlessness) 2.7 0.5 Gastrointestinal Disorders Vomiting 2.6 0.6 Nausea 2.3 2.1 Musculoskeletal Disorders Arthralgia 2.3 0.5 1 Within each adverse reaction category, the observed adverse reactions are listed in order of decreasing frequency. Other Adverse Reactions Observed During the Premarketing Evaluation of INGREZZA Other adverse reactions of ≥1% incidence and greater than placebo are shown below. The following list does not include adverse reactions: 1) already listed in previous tables or elsewhere in the labeling, 2) for which a drug cause was remote, 3) which were so general as to be uninformative, 4) which were not considered to have clinically significant implications, or 5) which occurred at a rate equal to or less than placebo. Endocrine Disorders: blood glucose increased General Disorders: weight increased Infectious Dis …

Drug Interactions

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7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Dose adjustments due to drug interactions ( 2.4 , 7.1 ): Factors Dose Adjustments for INGREZZA and INGREZZA SPRINKLE Use of MAOIs with INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE Avoid concomitant use with MAOIs. Use of strong CYP3A4 inducers with INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE Concomitant use is not recommended. Use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors with INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE Recommended dosage is 40 mg once daily. Use of strong CYP2D6 inhibitors with INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE Recommended dosage is 40 mg once daily. 7.1 Drugs Having Clinically Important Interactions with INGREZZA and INGREZZA SPRINKLE Table 3: Clinically Significant Drug Interactions with INGREZZA and INGREZZA SPRINKLE Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) Clinical Implication: Concomitant use of INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE with MAOIs may increase the concentration of monoamine neurotransmitters in synapses, potentially leading to increased risk of adverse reactions such as serotonin syndrome, or attenuated treatment effect of INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE. Prevention or Management: Avoid concomitant use of INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE with MAOIs, or within 14 days of discontinuing therapy with an MAOI. Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors Clinical Implication: Concomitant use of INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors increased the exposure (C max and AUC) to valbenazine and its active metabolite compared with the use of INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE alone [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )]. Increased exposure of valbenazine and its active metabolite may increase the risk of exposure-related adverse reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )]. Prevention or Management: Reduce INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE dose when INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE is coadministered with a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.5 )]. Strong CYP2D6 Inhibitors Clinical Implication: Concomitant use of INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE with strong CYP2D6 inhibitors increased the exposure (C max and AUC) to valbenazine’s active metabolite compared with the use of INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE alone [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 , 12.5 )] . Increased exposure of active metabolite may increase the risk of exposure-related adverse reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )]. Prevention or Management: Reduce INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE dose when INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE is coadministered with a strong CYP2D6 inhibitor [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.5 )]. Strong CYP3A4 Inducers Clinical Implication: Concomitant use of INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE with a strong CYP3A4 inducer decreased the exposure of valbenazine and its active metabolite compared to the use of INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE alone. Reduced exposure of valbenazine and its active metabolite may reduce efficacy [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )]. Prevention or Management: Concomitant use of strong CYP3A4 inducers with INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE is not recommended [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.5 )]. Digoxin Clinical Implication: Concomitant use of INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE with digoxin increased digoxin levels because of inhibition of intestinal P-glycoprotein (P-gp) [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . Prevention or Management: Digoxin concentrations should be monitored when co-administering INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE with digoxin. Increased digoxin exposure may increase the risk of exposure-related adverse reactions. Dosage adjustment of digoxin may be necessary.

Use in Specific Populations

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8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Pregnancy: May cause fetal harm. ( 8.1 ) Lactation: Advise not to breastfeed. ( 8.2 ) 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary The limited available data on INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE use in pregnant women are insufficient to inform a drug-associated risk. In animal reproductive studies, no malformations were observed when valbenazine was administered orally to rats and rabbits during the period of organogenesis at doses up to 1.8 or 24 times, respectively, the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of 80 mg/day based on mg/m 2 body surface area. However, administration of valbenazine to pregnant rats during organogenesis through lactation produced an increase in the number of stillborn pups and postnatal pup mortalities at doses <1 times the MRHD based on mg/m 2 [see Data ]. Advise a pregnant woman of the potential risk to a fetus. 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. The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in the U.S. general population is 2 to 4% and 15 to 20% of clinically recognized pregnancies, respectively. Data Animal Data Valbenazine was administered orally to pregnant rats during the period of organogenesis at 1, 5, and 15 mg/kg/day, which are approximately 0.1, 0.6, and 2 times the MRHD of 80 mg/day based on mg/m 2 body surface area. Valbenazine produced a significant decrease in maternal body weight gain at 0.6 and 2 times the MRHD of 80 mg/day based on mg/m 2 . No adverse embryo fetal effects were produced when valbenazine was administered at doses up to 2 times the MRHD of 80 mg/day based on mg/m 2 . Valbenazine was administered orally to pregnant rabbits during the period of organogenesis at 20, 50, and 100 mg/kg/day, which are approximately 5, 12, and 24 times the MRHD of 80 mg/day based on mg/m 2 . No malformations were observed at doses up to 24 times the MRHD of 80 mg/day based on mg/m 2 . However, valbenazine produced a delay in fetal development (decreased fetal weights and delayed ossification) at 24 times the MRHD of 80 mg/day based on mg/m 2 , likely secondary to maternal toxicity (decreased food intake and loss in body weight). Valbenazine was administered orally to pregnant rats during the period of organogenesis through lactation (day 7 of gestation through day 20 postpartum) at 1, 3, and 10 mg/kg/day, which are approximately 0.1, 0.4, and 1.2 times the MRHD of 80 mg/day based on mg/m 2 . Valbenazine produced an increase in the incidence of stillbirths and postnatal pup mortality at 0.4 and 1.2 times the MRHD of 80 mg/day based on mg/m 2 . Valbenazine did not affect neurobehavioral function including learning and memory and had no effect on sexual maturation at doses <1 times the MRHD of 80 mg/day based on mg/m 2 (because of death in the majority of the high dose group (1.2 times the MRHD), these parameters were not assessed in this group). 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary There is no information regarding the presence of valbenazine or its metabolites in human milk, the effects on the breastfed infant, or the effects on milk production. Valbenazine and its metabolites have been detected in rat milk at concentrations higher than in plasma following oral administration of valbenazine at doses 0.1 to 1.2 times the MRHD based on mg/m 2 . Based on animal findings of increased perinatal mortality in exposed fetuses and pups, advise a woman not to breastfeed during treatment with INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE and for 5 days after the final dose. 8.4 Pediatric Use Safety and effectiveness of INGREZZA and INGREZZA SPRINKLE have not been established in pediatric patients. 8.5 Geriatric Use No dose adjustment of INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE is required for elderly patients. Tardive Dyskinesia In 3 randomized, placebo-controlled studies of INGREZZA in patients with tardive dyskinesia, 16% of patients were 65 years and ol …

Mechanism of Action

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12.1 Mechanism of Action The mechanism of action of valbenazine for the treatment of tardive dyskinesia and chorea in patients with Huntington’s disease is unclear, but is thought to be mediated through the reversible inhibition of vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2), a transporter that regulates monoamine uptake from the cytoplasm to the synaptic vesicle for storage and release.

Description

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11 DESCRIPTION INGREZZA and INGREZZA SPRINKLE contains valbenazine, a vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2) inhibitor, present as valbenazine tosylate salt, with the chemical name, L-Valine, ( 2R,3R ,11b R )-1,3,4,6,7,11b-hexahydro-9,10-dimethoxy-3-(2-methylpropyl)-2 H -benzo[ a ]quinolizin-2-yl ester, 4-methylbenzenesulfonate (1:2). Valbenazine tosylate is slightly soluble in water. Its molecular formula is C 38 H 54 N 2 O 10 S 2 , and its molecular weight is 762.97 g/mol (ditosylate salt) with the following structure: The molecular formula of valbenazine free base is C 24 H 38 N 2 O 4 and its molecular weight is 418.57. INGREZZA is intended for oral administration only. Each capsule contains 73 mg, 109 mg or 146 mg of valbenazine tosylate equivalent to 40 mg, 60 mg or 80 mg of valbenazine free base, respectively. The capsules contain the following inactive ingredients: hypromellose, isomalt, magnesium stearate, pregelatinized starch, and silicified microcrystalline cellulose. The capsule shells contain candurin silver fine, FD&C Blue#1, FD&C Red#40, and gelatin. INGREZZA SPRINKLE is intended for oral administration. Each capsule contains granules consisting of 73 mg, 109 mg or 146 mg of valbenazine tosylate equivalent to 40 mg, 60 mg or 80 mg of valbenazine free base, respectively. The oral granules contain the following inactive ingredients: silicified microcrystalline cellulose, isomalt, pregelatinized maize starch, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, polyvinyl alcohol, titanium dioxide, polyethylene glycol, and talc in hard gelatin capsules (contains gelatin and candurin silver fine). INGREZZA contains valbenazine, a vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2) inhibitor, present as valbenazine tosylate salt, with the chemical name, L-Valine, (2R,3R,11bR)-1,3,4,6,7,11b-hexahydro-9,10-dimethoxy-3-(2-methylpropyl)-2H-benzo[a]quinolizin-2-yl ester, 4-methylbenzenesulfonate (1:2). Valbenazine tosylate is slightly soluble in water. Its molecular formula is C38H54N2O10S2, and its molecular weight is 762.97 g/mol (ditosylate salt) with the following structure:

10 OVERDOSAGE Human Experience The pre-marketing clinical trials involving INGREZZA in approximately 850 subjects do not provide information regarding symptoms with overdose. Management of Overdosage No specific antidotes for INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE are known. In managing 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

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16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING How Supplied INGREZZA (valbenazine) capsules are available as: 40 mg Capsule: White opaque body with a purple cap, printed with ‘VBZ’ and ‘40’ in black ink. 60 mg Capsule: Dark red opaque body with a purple cap, printed with ‘VBZ’ and ‘60’ in black ink. 80 mg Capsule: Purple opaque body and cap, printed with ‘VBZ’ and ‘80’ in black ink. INGREZZA SPRINKLE (valbenazine) capsules are available as: 40 mg Capsule: Pearl white opaque cap and body, printed with a band, directional arrows, and “VBZ 40” in black ink on both the cap and body. 60 mg Capsule: Pearl white opaque cap and body, printed with a band, directional arrows, and “VBZ 60” in orange to dark red ink on both the cap and body. 80 mg Capsule: Pearl white opaque cap and body, printed with a band, directional arrows, and “VBZ 80” in purple ink on both the cap and body. Table 6: INGREZZA and INGREZZA SPRINKLE Configurations and NDC Numbers Package Configuration Capsule Strength NDC Number INGREZZA Bottle of 30 40 mg NDC 70370-2040-1 Bottle of 30 60 mg NDC 70370-1060-1 Bottle of 30 80 mg NDC 70370-1080-1 4-week Initiation Pack for tardive dyskinesia 28-day blister pack containing: 7 x 40 mg and 21 x 80 mg NDC 70370-2048-6 4-week Initiation Pack for chorea associated with Huntington’s disease 28-day blister pack containing: 14 x 40 mg and 14 x 60 mg NDC 70370-2046-1 INGREZZA SPRINKLE Bottle of 30 40 mg NDC 70370-4040-1 Bottle of 30 60 mg NDC 70370-4060-1 Bottle of 30 80 mg NDC 70370-4080-1 Storage INGREZZA: Store at 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F). INGREZZA SPRINKLE: Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F). Excursions permitted between 15°C and 30°C (59°F and 86°F). Protect from moisture. Dispense in original container or in a tight container as defined in USP.

Adverse event reports

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25,010
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: VALBENAZINE TOSYLATE. 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

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Package NDC Product NDC Labeler Description Marketing start
70370-1060-1 70370-1060 Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. 30 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (70370-1060-1) April 23, 2021
70370-1080-1 70370-1080 Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. 30 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (70370-1080-1) October 4, 2017
70370-2040-1 70370-2040 Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. 30 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (70370-2040-1) December 14, 2018
70370-1060 70370-1060 Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. — April 23, 2021
70370-1080 70370-1080 Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. — October 4, 2017
70370-2040 70370-2040 Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. — December 14, 2018

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