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Posaconazole

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Overview

Brand name
Posaconazole
Generic name
Posaconazole
Dosage form
Tablet, Delayed Release
Route
Oral
Marketing category
ANDA · ANDA
Labeler
Bryant Ranch Prepack
Product type
Human Prescription Drug
DEA schedule
Not scheduled
Active ingredients
1
NDC product codes
20
Packages
27
Data completeness
83% of corroborating sources present

Active ingredients

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Active ingredients and strengths as listed in the NDC Directory.
Ingredient Strength RxCUI Monograph
Posaconazole 100 mg/1 1482908 View

Forms, strengths and routes

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Dosage form
Tablet, Delayed Release
Route of administration
Oral
Presentations
47

Pharmacologic classes are listed in the class section below.

Pharmacologic class

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Established pharmacologic classes (EPC), mechanisms of action (MoA), chemical structures (CS) and physiologic effects (PE).
Class Type Browse
Azole Antifungal [EPC] EPC All 44 members
Azoles [CS] CS All 44 members

Regulatory status

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Application number
216488
Application type
ANDA · Abbreviated New Drug Application
Approval date
August 28, 2023
Sponsor
I 3 PHARMS
Products on application
1
Submissions recorded
1
Products approved under application 216488.
Product Trade name Form Strength Ingredient Status TE Flags
216488-001 POSACONAZOLE TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE POSACONAZOLE Prescription AB

Therapeutic equivalence

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TE code
AB
Reference Listed Drug
No
Reference Standard
No

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.

Approval history

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Most recent submissions on application 216488.
Type No. Action Status Date Review
Original application 1 Approved August 28, 2023 Standard

Prescribing information

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Reproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20260803). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.

HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20260803 HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20260507 HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20260423 HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20260320

Recent Major Changes

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RECENT MAJOR CHANGES Warnings and Precautions, Pseudoaldosteronism (5.4) 10/2024 Indications and Usage ( 1.2 ) 01/2026 Dosage and Administration ( 2 ) 01/2026

Indications and Usage

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1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Posaconazole is an azole antifungal indicated as follows: • Posaconazole is indicated for the prophylaxis of invasive Aspergillus and Candida infections in patients who are at high risk of developing these infections due to being severely immunocompromised, such as hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) recipients with graft-versus- host disease (GVHD) or those with hematologic malignancies with prolonged neutropenia from chemotherapy as follows: ( 1.2 ) • Posaconazole delayed-release tablets: adults and pediatric patients 13 years of age and older . 1.2 Prophylaxis of Invasive Aspergillus and Candida Infections Posaconazole delayed-release tablets are indicated for the prophylaxis of invasive Aspergillus and Candida infections in patients who are at high risk of developing these infections due to being severely immunocompromised, such as hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) recipients with graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) or those with hematologic malignancies with prolonged neutropenia from chemotherapy [see Clinical Studies ( 14.2 )] as follows: • Posaconazole delayed-release tablets: adults and pediatric patients 13 years of age and older. Additional Pediatric Use information is approved for Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.’s Noxafil ® (posaconazole delayed-release tablets). However, due to Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.’s marketing exclusivity rights, this drug product is not labeled with that pediatric information.

1.2 Prophylaxis of Invasive Aspergillus and Candida Infections Posaconazole delayed-release tablets are indicated for the prophylaxis of invasive Aspergillus and Candida infections in patients who are at high risk of developing these infections due to being severely immunocompromised, such as hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) recipients with graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) or those with hematologic malignancies with prolonged neutropenia from chemotherapy [see Clinical Studies ( 14.2 )] as follows: • Posaconazole delayed-release tablets: adults and pediatric patients 13 years of age and older. Additional Pediatric Use information is approved for Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.’s Noxafil ® (posaconazole delayed-release tablets). However, due to Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.’s marketing exclusivity rights, this drug product is not labeled with that pediatric information.

Dosage and Administration

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2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION • Noxafil ® oral suspension is not substitutable with posaconazole delayed-rel ease tablets or Noxafil ® PowderMix for delayed-release oral suspension due to the differences in the dosing of each formulation. • Administer posaconazole delayed-release tablets with or without food. ( 2.1 ) Table 1: Recommended Dosage In Adult Patients And Pediatric Patients Aged 13 Years And Older Indication Dosage Form, Dose, and Duration of Therapy Prophylaxis of invasive Aspergillus and Candida infections Posaconazole Delayed-Release Tablets: Loading dose : 300 mg (three 100 mg delayed-release tablets) twice a day on the first day. Maintenance dose : 300 mg (three 100 mg delayed-release tablets) once a day, starting on the second day. Duration of therapy is based on recovery from neutropenia or immunosuppression. ( 2.2 , 2.3 ) 2.1 Important Administration Instructions Non-substitutable Noxafil ® oral suspension is not substitutable with posaconazole delayed-release tablets or Noxafil ® PowderMix for delayed-release oral suspension due to the differences in the dosing of each formulation. Posaconazole delayed-release tablets Swallow tablets whole. Do not divide, crush, or chew. Administerwith or withoutfood [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.5 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 ) ]. For patients who cannot eat a full meal, posaconazole delayed-release tablets should be used instead of Noxafil ® oral suspension for the prophylaxis indication. Posaconazole delayed-release tablets generally provide higher plasma drug exposures than Noxafil ® oral suspension under both fed and fasted conditions 2.2 Dosing Regimen in Adult Patients Table 1: Dosing Regimens in Adult Patients Indication Dose and Frequency Duration of Therapy Prophylaxis of invasive Aspergillus and Candida infections Posaconazole Delayed-Release Tablets: Loading dose : 300 mg (three 100 mg delayed-release tablets) twice a day on the first day. Maintenance dose : 300 mg (three 100 mg delayed-release tablets) once a day, starting on the second day. Loading dose :1 day Maintenance dose : Duration of therapy is based on recovery from neutropenia or immunosuppression. 2.3 Dosing Regimen in Pediatric Patients (ages 13 to less than 18 years of age) The recommended dosing regimen of posaconazole delayed-release tablets for pediatric patients 13 to less than 18 years of age is shown in Table 2 [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.5 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . Table 2: Posaconazole Delayed-Release Tablet Dosing Regimens for Pediatric Patients (ages 13 to less than 18 years of age) Recommended Pediatric Dosage and Formulation Indication Delayed-ReleaseTablet Duration of Therapy Prophylaxis of invasive Aspergillus and Candida infections Loading dose : 300 mg twice daily on the first day Maintenance dose : 300 mg once daily Duration of therapy is based on recovery from neutropenia or immunosuppression. Additional Pediatric Use information is approved for Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.’s Noxafil ® (posaconazole delayed-release tablets). However, due to Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.’s marketing exclusivity rights, this drug product is not labeled with that pediatric information. 2.5Administration Instructions for Posaconazole Delayed-Release Tablets • Swallow tablets whole. Do not divide, crush, or chew. •Administer posaconazole delayed-release tablets with or without food [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . 2.7 Non-substitutability between Noxafil ® Oral Suspension and Other Formulations Noxafil ® oral suspension is not substitutable with posaconazole delayed-release tablets or Noxafil ® PowderMix for delayed-release oral suspension due to the differences in the dosing of each formulation. 2.9 Dosage Adjustments in Patients with Renal Impairment The pharmacokinetics of posaconazole delayed-release tablets are not significantly affected by renal impairment. Therefore, no adjustment is necessary for oral dosing in patients with mild to severe renal impairment.

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Dosage Forms and Strengths

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3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Posaconazole Delayed-Release Tablets Posaconazole delayed-release tablets are available as yellow colored, matt finished, film-coated, oblong shaped tablets, debossed with "P" on one side and ‘100’ on the other side containing 100 mg of posaconazole. Posaconazole delayed-release tablet: 100 mg ( 3 )

Contraindications

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4 CONTRAINDICATIONS • Known hypersensitivity to posaconazole or other azole antifungal agents. ( 4.1 ) • Coadministration of posaconazole with the following drugs is contraindicated; posaconazole increases concentrations and toxicities of: • Sirolimus ( 4.2 , 5.1 , 7.1 ) • CYP3A4 substrates (pimozide, quinidine): can result in QTc interval prolongation and cases of torsades de pointes (TdP) ( 4.3 , 5.2 , 7.2 ) • HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors Primarily Metabolized through CYP3A4 ( 4.4 , 7.3 ) • Ergot alkaloids ( 4.5 , 7.4 ) • Venetoclax: in patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL) at initiation and during the ramp up phase ( 4.6 , 5.10 , 7.16 ) 4.1 Hypersensitivity Posaconazole is contraindicated in persons with known hypersensitivity to posaconazole or other azole antifungal agents. 4.2 Use with Sirolimus Posaconazole is contraindicated with sirolimus. Concomitant administration of posaconazole with sirolimus increases the sirolimus blood concentrations by approximately 9-fold and can result in sirolimus toxicity [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . 4.3 QT Prolongation with Concomitant Use with CYP3A4 Substrates Posaconazole is contraindicated with CYP3A4 substrates that prolong the QT interval. Concomitant administration of posaconazole with the CYP3A4 substrates, pimozide and quinidine may result in increased plasma concentrations of these drugs, leading to QTc prolongation and cases of torsades de pointes [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) and Drug Interactions ( 7.2 )]. 4.4 HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors Primarily Metabolized Through CYP3A4 Coadministration with the HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors that are primarily metabolized through CYP3A4 (e.g., atorvastatin, lovastatin, and simvastatin) is contraindicated since increased plasma concentration of these drugs can lead to rhabdomyolysis [see Drug Interactions ( 7.3 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . 4.5 Use with Ergot Alkaloids Posaconazole may increase the plasma concentrations of ergot alkaloids (ergotamine and dihydroergotamine) which may lead to ergotism [see Drug Interactions ( 7.4 )]. 4.6 Use with Venetoclax Coadministration of posaconazole with venetoclax at initiation and during the ramp-up phase is contraindicated in patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL) due to the potential for increased risk of tumor lysis syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.10 ) and Drug Interactions ( 7.16 )].

4.1 Hypersensitivity Posaconazole is contraindicated in persons with known hypersensitivity to posaconazole or other azole antifungal agents.

4.2 Use with Sirolimus Posaconazole is contraindicated with sirolimus. Concomitant administration of posaconazole with sirolimus increases the sirolimus blood concentrations by approximately 9-fold and can result in sirolimus toxicity [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] .

4.3 QT Prolongation with Concomitant Use with CYP3A4 Substrates Posaconazole is contraindicated with CYP3A4 substrates that prolong the QT interval. Concomitant administration of posaconazole with the CYP3A4 substrates, pimozide and quinidine may result in increased plasma concentrations of these drugs, leading to QTc prolongation and cases of torsades de pointes [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) and Drug Interactions ( 7.2 )].

4.4 HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors Primarily Metabolized Through CYP3A4 Coadministration with the HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors that are primarily metabolized through CYP3A4 (e.g., atorvastatin, lovastatin, and simvastatin) is contraindicated since increased plasma concentration of these drugs can lead to rhabdomyolysis [see Drug Interactions ( 7.3 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] .

4.5 Use with Ergot Alkaloids Posaconazole may increase the plasma concentrations of ergot alkaloids (ergotamine and dihydroergotamine) which may lead to ergotism [see Drug Interactions ( 7.4 )].

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Warnings and Cautions

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5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Calcineurin-Inhibitor Toxicity : Posaconazole delayed-release tablets increase concentrations of cyclosporine or tacrolimus; reduce dose of cyclosporine and tacrolimus and monitor concentrations frequently. ( 5.1 ) Arrhythmias and QTc Prolongation : Posaconazole delayed-release tablets have been shown to prolong the QTc interval and cause cases of TdP. Administer with caution to patients with potentially proarrhythmic conditions. Do not administer with drugs known to prolong QTc interval and metabolized through CYP3A4. ( 5.2 , 7.2 ) Electrolyte Disturbances : Monitor and correct, especially those involving potassium (K + ), magnesium (Mg ++ ), and calcium (Ca ++ ), before and during posaconazole delayed-release tablets therapy. ( 5.3 ) Pseudoaldosteronism : Manifested by the onset or worsening of hypertension, and abnormal laboratory findings. Monitor blood pressure and potassium levels, and manage as necessary. ( 5.4 ) Hepatic Toxicity : Elevations in liver tests may occur. Discontinuation should be considered in patients who develop abnormal liver tests or monitor liver tests during treatment. ( 5.5 ) Concomitant Use with Midazolam : Posaconazole delayed-release tablets can prolong hypnotic/sedative effects. Monitor patients and benzodiazepine receptor antagonists should be available. ( 5.7 , 7.2 ) Vincristine Toxicity : Concomitant administration of azole antifungals, including posaconazole delayed-release tablets, with vincristine has been associated with neurotoxicity and other serious adverse reactions; reserve azole antifungals, including posaconazole delayed-release tablets, for patients receiving a vinca alkaloid, including vincristine, who have no alternative antifungal treatment options. ( 5.8 , 7.2 ) Breakthrough Fungal Infections : Monitor patients with severe diarrhea or vomiting when receiving posaconazole delayed-release tablets. ( 5.10 ) Venetoclax Toxicity : Concomitant administration of posaconazole delayed-release tablets with venetoclax may increase venetoclax toxicities, including the risk of tumor lysis syndrome, neutropenia, and serious infections; monitor for toxicity and reduce venetoclax dose. ( 4.6 , 5.11 , 7.2 ) 5.1 Calcineurin-Inhibitor Toxicity Concomitant administration of posaconazole delayed-release tablets with cyclosporine or tacrolimus increases the whole blood trough concentrations of these calcineurin-inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Nephrotoxicity and leukoencephalopathy (including deaths) have been reported in clinical efficacy studies in patients with elevated cyclosporine or tacrolimus concentrations. Frequent monitoring of tacrolimus or cyclosporine whole blood trough concentrations should be performed during and at discontinuation of posaconazole treatment and the tacrolimus or cyclosporine dose adjusted accordingly. 5.2 Arrhythmias and QT Prolongation Some azoles, including posaconazole, have been associated with prolongation of the QT interval on the electrocardiogram. In addition, cases of torsades de pointes have been reported in patients taking posaconazole. Results from a multiple time-matched ECG analysis in healthy volunteers did not show any increase in the mean of the QTc interval. Multiple, time-matched ECGs collected over a 12-hour period were recorded at baseline and steady-state from 173 healthy male and female volunteers (18-85 years of age) administered Noxafil ® Oral Suspension 400 mg twice daily with a high-fat meal. In this pooled analysis, the mean QTc (Fridericia) interval change from baseline was –5 msec following administration of the recommended clinical dose. A decrease in the QTc(F) interval (–3 msec) was also observed in a small number of subjects (n=16) administered placebo. The placebo-adjusted mean maximum QTc(F) interval change from baseline was <0 msec (–8 msec). No healthy subject administered posaconazole had a QTc(F) interval ≥500 msec or an increase ≥60 msec in their QTc(F) int …

Adverse Reactions

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6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious and otherwise important adverse reactions are discussed in detail in another section of the labeling: • Hypersensitivity [see Contraindications ( 4.1 )] • Arrhythmias and QT Prolongation [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] • Hepatic Toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ) ] Common adverse reactions in studies with posaconazole in adults are diarrhea, nausea, fever, vomiting, headache, coughing, and hypokalemia. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact A2A Integrated Pharmaceuticals at 1-800-380-6709 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 clinical trials of posaconazole cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. Clinical Trial Experience in Adults Clinical Trial Experience with Posaconazole Delayed-Release Tablets for Prophylaxis The safety of posaconazole delayed-release tablets has been assessed in 230 patients in clinical trials. Patients were enrolled in a non-comparative pharmacokinetic and safety trial of posaconazole delayed-release tablets when given as antifungal prophylaxis (Posaconazole Delayed-Release Tablet Study). Patients were immunocompromised with underlying conditions including hematological malignancy, neutropenia post-chemotherapy, GVHD, and post HSCT. This patient population was 62% male, had a mean age of 51 years (range 19-78 years, 17% of patients were ≥65 years of age), and were 93% white and 16% Hispanic. Posaconazole therapy was given for a median duration of 28 days. Twenty patients received 200 mg daily dose and 210 patients received 300 mg daily dose (following twice daily dosing on Day 1 in each cohort). Table 9 presents adverse reactions observed in patients treated with 300 mg daily dose at an incidence of ≥10% in Posaconazole Delayed-Release Tablet Study. Table 9: Posaconazole Delayed-Release Tablet Study: Adverse Reactions in at Least 10% of Subjects Treated with 300 mg Daily Dose Body System Posaconazole delayed-release tablet (300 mg) n=210 (%) Subjects Reporting any Adverse Reaction 207 (99) Blood and Lymphatic System Disorder Anemia 22 (10) Thrombocytopenia 29 (14) Gastrointestinal Disorders Abdominal Pain 23 (11) Constipation 20 (10) Diarrhea 61 (29) Nausea 56 (27) Vomiting 28 (13) General Disorders and Administration Site Conditions Asthenia 20 (10) Chills 22 (10) Mucosal Inflammation 29 (14) Edema Peripheral 33 (16) Pyrexia 59 (28) Metabolism and Nutrition Disorders Hypokalemia 46 (22) Hypomagnesemia 20 (10) Nervous System Disorders Headache 30 (14) Respiratory, Thoracic and Mediastinal Disorders Cough 35 (17) Epistaxis 30 (14) Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue Disorders Rash 34 (16) Vascular Disorders Hypertension 23 (11) The most frequently reported adverse reactions (>25%) with posaconazole delayed-release tablets 300 mg once daily were diarrhea, pyrexia, and nausea. The most common adverse reaction leading to discontinuation of posaconazole delayed-release tablets 300 mg once daily was nausea (2%). Additional Pediatric Use information is approved for Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.’s Noxafil ® (posaconazole delayed-release tablets). However, due to Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.’s marketing exclusivity rights, this drug product is not labeled with that pediatric information. 6.2 Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reaction has been identified during the post-approval use of posaconazole. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency. Endocrine Disorders : Pseudoaldosteronism

6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in clinical trials of posaconazole cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical …

Drug Interactions

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7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Posaconazole is primarily metabolized via UDP glucuronosyltransferase and is a substrate of p‐glycoprotein (P-gp) efflux. Therefore, inhibitors or inducers of these clearance pathways may affect posaconazole plasma concentrations. Coadministration of drugs that can decrease the plasma concentrations of posaconazole should generally be avoided unless the benefit outweighs the risk. If such drugs are necessary, patients should be monitored closely for breakthrough fungal infections. Posaconazole is also a strong inhibitor of CYP3A4. Therefore, plasma concentrations of drugs predominantly metabolized by CYP3A4 may be increased by posaconazole [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . The following information was derived from data with posaconazole oral suspension or early tablet formulation unless otherwise noted. All drug interactions with posaconazole oral suspension, except for those that affect the absorption of posaconazole (via gastric pH and motility), are considered relevant to posaconazole delayed-release tablet as well [see Drug Interactions (7.9) and (7.13) ] . Interaction Drug Interaction Rifabutin, phenytoin, efavirenz, cimetidine Avoid coadministration unless the benefit outweighs the risks (7.6 , 7.7 , 7.8 , 7.9) Other drugs metabolized by CYP3A4 Consider dosage adjustment and monitor for adverse effects and toxicity (7.1 , 7.10 , 7.11) Digoxin Monitor digoxin plasma concentrations (7.12) Fosamprenavir Monitor for breakthrough fungal infections (7.6 , 7.13) 7.1 Immunosuppressants Metabolized by CYP3A4 Sirolimus: Concomitant administration of posaconazole with sirolimus increases the sirolimus blood concentrations by approximately 9-fold and can result in sirolimus toxicity. Therefore, posaconazole is contraindicated with sirolimus [see Contraindications (4.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Tacrolimus: Posaconazole has been shown to significantly increase the C max and AUC of tacrolimus. At initiation of posaconazole treatment, reduce the tacrolimus dose to approximately one-third of the original dose. Frequent monitoring of tacrolimus whole blood trough concentrations should be performed during and at discontinuation of posaconazole treatment and the tacrolimus dose adjusted accordingly [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Cyclosporine: Posaconazole has been shown to increase cyclosporine whole blood concentrations in heart transplant patients upon initiation of posaconazole treatment. It is recommended to reduce cyclosporine dose to approximately three-fourths of the original dose upon initiation of posaconazole treatment. Frequent monitoring of cyclosporine whole blood trough concentrations should be performed during and at discontinuation of posaconazole treatment and the cyclosporine dose adjusted accordingly [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . 7.2 CYP3A4 Substrates Concomitant administration of posaconazole with CYP3A4 substrates such as pimozide and quinidine may result in increased plasma concentrations of these drugs, leading to QTc prolongation and cases of torsades de pointes. Therefore, posaconazole is contraindicated with these drugs [see Contraindications (4.3) and Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . 7.3 HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors (Statins) Primarily Metabolized Through CYP3A4 Concomitant administration of posaconazole with simvastatin increases the simvastatin plasma concentrations by approximately 10-fold. Therefore, posaconazole is contraindicated with HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors primarily metabolized through CYP3A4 [see Contraindications (4.4) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . 7.4 Ergot Alkaloids Most of the ergot alkaloids are substrates of CYP3A4. Posaconazole may increase the plasma concentrations of ergot alkaloids (ergotamine and dihydroergotamine) which may lead to ergotism. Therefore, posaconazole is contraindicated with ergot alkaloids [see Contraindications (4.5) ] . 7.5 Benzodiazepines Met …

Use in Specific Populations

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8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS • Pregnancy : Based on animal data, may cause fetal harm. ( 8.1 ) • Pediatric s: Safety and effectiveness in patients younger than 2 years of age have not been established. ( 8.4 ) • Severe Renal Impairment : Monitor closely for breakthrough fungal infections. ( 8.6 ) Additional Pediatric Use information is approved for Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.’s Noxafil ® (posaconazole delayed-release tablets). However, due to Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.’s marketing exclusivity rights, this drug product is not labeled with that pediatric information. 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on findings from animal data, posaconazole may cause fetal harm when administered to pregnant women. Available data for use of posaconazole in pregnant women are insufficient to establish a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. In animal reproduction studies, skeletal malformations (cranial malformations and missing ribs) and maternal toxicity (reduced food consumption and reduced body weight gain) were observed when posaconazole was dosed orally to pregnant rats during organogenesis at doses ≥1.4 times the 400 mg twice daily oral suspension regimen based on steady-state plasma concentrations of posaconazole in healthy volunteers. In pregnant rabbits dosed orally during organogenesis, increased resorptions, reduced litter size, and reduced body weight gain of females were seen at doses 5 times the exposure achieved with the 400 mg twice daily oral suspension regimen. Doses of ≥3 times the clinical exposure caused an increase in resorptions in these rabbits (see Data). Based on animal data, advise pregnant women 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. 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. Data Animal Data Posaconazole resulted in maternal toxicity (reduced food consumption and reduced body weight gain) and skeletal malformations (cranial malformations and missing ribs) when given orally to pregnant rats during organogenesis (Gestational Days 6 through 15) at doses ≥27 mg/kg (≥1.4 times the 400 mg twice daily oral suspension regimen based on steady-state plasma concentrations of drug in healthy volunteers). The no effect dose for malformations and maternal toxicity in rats was 9 mg/kg, which is 0.7 times the exposure achieved with the 400 mg twice daily oral suspension regimen. No malformations were seen in rabbits dosed during organogenesis (Gestational Days 7 through 19) at doses up to 80 mg/kg (5 times the exposure achieved with the 400 mg twice daily oral suspension regimen). In the rabbit, the no-effect dose was 20 mg/kg, while high doses of 40 mg/kg and 80 mg/kg (3 or 5 times the clinical exposure) caused an increase in resorptions. In rabbits dosed at 80 mg/kg, a reduction in body weight gain of females and a reduction in litter size were seen. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary There are no data on the presence of posaconazole in human milk, the effects on the breastfed infant, or the effects on milk production. Posaconazole is excreted in the milk of lactating rats. When a drug is present in animal milk, it is likely that the drug will be present in human milk. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for posaconazole and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from posaconazole or from the underlying maternal condition. 8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of posaconazole delayed-release tablets for the prophylaxis of invasive Aspergillus and Candida infections have been established in pediatric patients aged 13 years and older who are at high risk of devel …

Mechanism of Action

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12.1 Mechanism of Action Posaconazole is an azole antifungal agent [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.4 )] .

Description

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11 DESCRIPTION Posaconazole is an azole antifungal agent. Posaconazole is available as a delayed-release tablet intended for oral administration. Posaconazole is designated chemically as 4-[4-[4-[4-[[(3 R , 5 R )-5-(2, 4-difluoro phenyl) tetrahydro-5-(1 H -1,2,4-triazol-1-ylmethyl)-3-furanyl]methoxy]phenyl]-1-piperazinyl]phenyl]-2-[(1 S ,2 S )-1-ethyl-2-hydroxypropyl]-2,4-dihydro-3 H -1,2,4-triazol-3-one with an empirical formula of C 37 H 42 F 2 N 8 O 4 and a molecular weight of 700.79. The chemical structure is: Posaconazole is an off-white to white powder, slightly soluble in methanol and sparingly soluble in dimethyl sulfoxide. Posaconazole delayed-release tablet is a light orange, oblong shape, film-coated tablet containing 100 mg of posaconazole. Each delayed-release tablet contains the inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, hydroxy propyl cellulose, hypromellose acetate succinate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose and Opadry II Orange (consists of the following ingredients: polyvinyl alcohol-partially hydrolyzed, polyethylene glycol, talc, titanium dioxide, iron oxide yellow and iron oxide red). posaconazole-structure

10 OVERDOSAGE There is no experience with overdosage of posaconazole delayed-release tablets. During the clinical trials, some patients received posaconazole oral suspension up to 1,600 mg/day with no adverse reactions noted that were different from the lower doses. In addition, accidental overdose was noted in one patient who took 1,200 mg twice daily posaconazole oral suspension for 3 days. No related adverse reactions were noted by the investigator. Posaconazole is not removed by hemodialysis.

How Supplied / Storage and Handling

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16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING 16.1 How Supplied Posaconazole Delayed-Release Tablets Posaconazole delayed-release tablets 100 mg are available as yellow, oblong, film coated, unscored tablets, debossed with "AC71" on one side and plain on other side. They are supplied as follows: Bottles of 30 with child-resistant closure: NDC 69238-1476-3. Bottles of 60 with child-resistant closure: NDC 69238-1476-6. 16.2 Storage and Handling Posaconazole Delayed-Release Tablets Store at 20 to 25°C (68 to 77°F), excursions permitted between 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].

16.1 How Supplied Posaconazole Delayed-Release Tablets Posaconazole delayed-release tablets 100 mg are available as yellow, oblong, film coated, unscored tablets, debossed with "AC71" on one side and plain on other side. They are supplied as follows: Bottles of 30 with child-resistant closure: NDC 69238-1476-3. Bottles of 60 with child-resistant closure: NDC 69238-1476-6.

Adverse event reports

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Recalls

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Classification Reported Firm Reason Status
Class II February 15, 2023 BIOCON PHARMA INC Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: High Out Of Specification degradation results. Terminated

Packaging and NDCs

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Package NDC Product NDC Labeler Description Marketing start
73141-023-02 73141-023 A2A Integrated Pharmaceuticals 60 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (73141-023-02) May 16, 2024
17856-2133-1 17856-2133 ATLANTIC BIOLOGICALS CORP. 100 POUCH in 1 BOX, UNIT-DOSE (17856-2133-1) / 1 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 POUCH (17856-2133-2) May 9, 2024
17856-2133-5 17856-2133 ATLANTIC BIOLOGICALS CORP. 59 POUCH in 1 BOX (17856-2133-5) / 1 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 POUCH April 20, 2026
60687-523-21 60687-523 American Health Packaging 30 BLISTER PACK in 1 BOX, UNIT-DOSE (60687-523-21) / 1 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BLISTER PACK (60687-523-11) June 11, 2020
60687-523-94 60687-523 American Health Packaging 20 BLISTER PACK in 1 BOX, UNIT-DOSE (60687-523-94) / 1 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BLISTER PACK (60687-523-11) March 3, 2022
69238-1476-3 69238-1476 Amneal Pharmaceuticals NY LLC 30 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (69238-1476-3) December 30, 2022
69238-1476-6 69238-1476 Amneal Pharmaceuticals NY LLC 60 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (69238-1476-6) December 30, 2022
59651-596-60 59651-596 Aurobindo Pharma Limited 60 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (59651-596-60) July 18, 2024
42291-919-60 42291-919 AvKARE 60 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (42291-919-60) April 20, 2023
50268-683-12 50268-683 AvPAK 20 BLISTER PACK in 1 BOX (50268-683-12) / 1 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BLISTER PACK (50268-683-11) May 9, 2022
70377-038-11 70377-038 Biocon Phama Inc. 60 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (70377-038-11) March 8, 2022
71335-2665-1 71335-2665 Bryant Ranch Prepack 60 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (71335-2665-1) June 26, 2025
71335-2930-1 71335-2930 Bryant Ranch Prepack 60 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (71335-2930-1) November 11, 2025
72162-2243-2 72162-2243 Bryant Ranch Prepack 20 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (72162-2243-2) January 19, 2024
72162-2243-6 72162-2243 Bryant Ranch Prepack 60 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (72162-2243-6) January 19, 2024
31722-677-60 31722-677 Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 60 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (31722-677-60) December 8, 2022
43598-470-60 43598-470 Dr.Reddys Laboratories Inc 60 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (43598-470-60) April 7, 2022
51407-676-60 51407-676 Golden State Medical Supply, Inc. 60 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (51407-676-60) September 12, 2022
0527-2133-30 0527-2133 Lannett Company Inc. 24 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 CARTON (0527-2133-30) January 31, 2021
0527-2133-35 0527-2133 Lannett Company Inc. 60 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (0527-2133-35) August 28, 2019
0527-2133-43 0527-2133 Lannett Company Inc. 1000 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (0527-2133-43) August 28, 2019
70748-258-07 70748-258 Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 60 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (70748-258-07) February 17, 2021
0904-7149-04 0904-7149 Major Pharmaceuticals 30 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (0904-7149-04) / 1 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BLISTER PACK February 3, 2021
0904-7149-10 0904-7149 Major Pharmaceuticals 20 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (0904-7149-10) / 1 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BLISTER PACK February 3, 2021
16714-535-01 16714-535 NorthStar RxLLC 60 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (16714-535-01) April 2, 2023
0406-7711-60 0406-7711 SpecGx LLC 60 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (0406-7711-60) May 10, 2022
72319-023-02 72319-023 i3 Pharmaceuticals, LLC 60 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (72319-023-02) September 15, 2023
73141-023 73141-023 A2A Integrated Pharmaceuticals — May 16, 2024
17856-2133 17856-2133 ATLANTIC BIOLOGICALS CORP. — August 28, 2019
60687-523 60687-523 American Health Packaging — June 11, 2020
69238-1476 69238-1476 Amneal Pharmaceuticals NY LLC — December 30, 2022
59651-596 59651-596 Aurobindo Pharma Limited — July 18, 2024
42291-919 42291-919 AvKARE — April 20, 2023
50268-683 50268-683 AvPAK — May 9, 2022
70377-038 70377-038 Biocon Phama Inc. — March 8, 2022
71335-2665 71335-2665 Bryant Ranch Prepack — September 15, 2023
71335-2930 71335-2930 Bryant Ranch Prepack — September 15, 2023
72162-2243 72162-2243 Bryant Ranch Prepack — September 15, 2023
31722-677 31722-677 Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc. — December 8, 2022
43598-470 43598-470 Dr.Reddys Laboratories Inc — April 7, 2022
51407-676 51407-676 Golden State Medical Supply, Inc. — May 10, 2022
0527-2133 0527-2133 Lannett Company Inc. — August 28, 2019
70748-258 70748-258 Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. — February 17, 2021
0904-7149 0904-7149 Major Pharmaceuticals — February 3, 2021
16714-535 16714-535 NorthStar RxLLC — April 2, 2023
0406-7711 0406-7711 SpecGx LLC — May 10, 2022
72319-023 72319-023 i3 Pharmaceuticals, LLC — September 15, 2023

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