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PYRUKYND

mitapivat · Tablet, Film Coated

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Overview

Brand name
PYRUKYND
Generic name
mitapivat
Dosage form
Tablet, Film Coated
Route
Oral
Marketing category
NDA · NDA
Labeler
Agios Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Product type
Human Prescription Drug
DEA schedule
Not scheduled
Active ingredients
3
NDC product codes
4
Packages
4
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
Mitapivat 20 mg/1 2594473 —
Mitapivat 5 mg/1 2594473 —
Mitapivat 50 mg/1 2594473 —

Forms, strengths and routes

Source: NDC Directory
Dosage form
Tablet, Film Coated
Route of administration
Oral
Presentations
8

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
Cytochrome P450 2B6 Inducers [MoA] MoA All 44 members
Cytochrome P450 2C19 Inducers [MoA] MoA All 37 members
Cytochrome P450 2C8 Inducers [MoA] MoA All 21 members
Cytochrome P450 2C9 Inducers [MoA] MoA All 46 members
Cytochrome P450 3A Inducers [MoA] MoA All 37 members
P-Glycoprotein Inhibitors [MoA] MoA All 105 members
Pyruvate Kinase Activator [EPC] EPC 1 member — no class page
Pyruvate Kinase Activators [MoA] MoA 1 member — no class page
UGT1A1 Inducers [MoA] MoA 1 member — no class page

Regulatory status

Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory
Application number
216196
Application type
NDA · New Drug Application
Approval date
February 17, 2022
Sponsor
AGIOS PHARMS INC
Products on application
4
Submissions recorded
4
Products approved under application 216196.
Product Trade name Form Strength Ingredient Status TE Flags
216196-001 PYRUKYND TABLET MITAPIVAT SULFATE Prescription — RLD
216196-002 PYRUKYND TABLET MITAPIVAT SULFATE Prescription — RLD
216196-003 PYRUKYND TABLET MITAPIVAT SULFATE Prescription — RLD RS
216196-004 AQVESME TABLET MITAPIVAT SULFATE Prescription — RLD RS

Therapeutic equivalence

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

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

Patents and exclusivity

Source: Orange Book
Patent listings submitted under 21 U.S.C. 355(b)(1) and (c)(2).
Patent Expires Product Substance Use code Submitted
9682080 May 3, 2032 001 No U-3319 March 8, 2022
9980961 May 3, 2032 001 No U-3319 March 8, 2022
10632114 May 3, 2032 001 No U-3320 March 8, 2022
9682080 May 3, 2032 002 No U-3319 March 8, 2022
9980961 May 3, 2032 002 No U-3319 March 8, 2022
10632114 May 3, 2032 002 No U-3320 March 8, 2022
9682080 May 3, 2032 003 No U-3319 March 8, 2022
9980961 May 3, 2032 003 No U-3319 March 8, 2022
10632114 May 3, 2032 003 No U-3320 March 8, 2022
10632114 May 3, 2032 004 No U-4391 January 20, 2026
9682080 May 3, 2032 004 No U-4392 January 20, 2026
9193701 October 26, 2032 001 No U-3319 March 8, 2022
9193701 October 26, 2032 002 No U-3319 March 8, 2022
9193701 October 26, 2032 003 No U-3319 March 8, 2022
9193701 October 26, 2032 004 No U-4393 January 20, 2026
11793806 April 12, 2033 001 No U-3320 October 31, 2023
11793806 April 12, 2033 002 No U-3320 October 31, 2023
11793806 April 12, 2033 003 No U-3320 October 31, 2023
RE49582 April 11, 2035 001 Yes July 27, 2023
RE49582 April 11, 2035 002 Yes July 27, 2023
RE49582 April 11, 2035 003 Yes July 27, 2023
RE49582 April 11, 2035 004 Yes January 20, 2026
11234976 October 11, 2038 001 No U-3321 March 8, 2022
11234976 October 11, 2038 002 No U-3321 March 8, 2022
11234976 October 11, 2038 003 No U-3321 March 8, 2022
11254652 November 21, 2038 001 Yes March 8, 2022
11254652 November 21, 2038 002 Yes March 8, 2022
11254652 November 21, 2038 003 Yes March 8, 2022
11254652 November 21, 2038 004 Yes January 20, 2026
11878049 July 31, 2041 001 No U-3782 January 26, 2024
11878049 July 31, 2041 002 No U-3782 January 26, 2024
11878049 July 31, 2041 003 No U-3782 January 26, 2024
11878049 July 31, 2041 004 No U-4390 January 20, 2026
Regulatory exclusivity periods.
Code Expires Product
NCE February 17, 2027 001
NCE February 17, 2027 002
NCE February 17, 2027 003
NCE February 17, 2027 004
NP December 23, 2028 004
ODE-392 February 17, 2029 001
ODE-392 February 17, 2029 002
ODE-392 February 17, 2029 003
ODE-522 December 23, 2032 004

Approval history

Source: Drugs@FDA
Most recent submissions on application 216196.
Type No. Action Status Date Review
Supplement 6 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved April 8, 2026 N/A
Supplement 3 Efficacy Approved December 23, 2025 Standard
Supplement 4 Labeling Approved January 3, 2025 Standard
Original application 1 Type 1 - New Molecular Entity Approved February 17, 2022 Priority

Review documents

  • 0 · Supplement · August 11, 2026
  • 0 · Supplement · August 7, 2026
  • 0 · Supplement · June 23, 2026
  • 0 · Supplement · June 23, 2026
  • 0 · Supplement · January 2, 2026
  • 0 · Supplement · January 7, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · January 6, 2025
  • 0 · Original application · March 17, 2022
  • 0 · Original application · February 18, 2022
  • 0 · Original application · February 17, 2022

Prescribing information

Source: openFDA Drug Labeling

Reproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20260630). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.

HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20260630

Recent Major Changes

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Warnings and Precautions, Hepatocellular Injury in Another Condition (5.2) 01/2025 Warnings and Precautions, Hepatocellular Injury in Another Condition ( 5.2 ) 01/2025

Indications and Usage

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1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE PYRUKYND is indicated for the treatment of hemolytic anemia in adults with pyruvate kinase (PK) deficiency. PYRUKYND is a pyruvate kinase activator indicated for the treatment of hemolytic anemia in adults with pyruvate kinase (PK) deficiency. ( 1 )

Dosage and Administration

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2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Starting dosage: 5 mg orally twice daily with or without food. ( 2.1 ) See Full Prescribing Information for dose titration and taper schedule. ( 2.1 , 2.3 ) The tablet should be swallowed whole. ( 2.1 ) 2.1 Recommended Dose PYRUKYND is taken with or without food and swallowed whole. Do not split, crush, chew, or dissolve the tablets. The starting dosage for PYRUKYND is 5 mg orally twice daily. To gradually increase hemoglobin (Hb), titrate PYRUKYND from 5 mg twice daily to 20 mg twice daily, and then to the maximum recommended dose of 50 mg twice daily, with these dose increases occurring every 4 weeks (see Table 1). Assess Hb and transfusion requirement before increasing to the next dose level, as some patients may reach and maintain normal Hb at 5 mg twice daily or 20 mg twice daily. Discontinue PYRUKYND if no benefit has been observed by 24 weeks, based on the hemoglobin and hemolysis laboratory results and transfusion requirements. Table 1: Dose Titration Schedule Duration Dosage Week 1 through Week 4 5 mg twice daily Week 5 through Week 8 If Hb is below normal range or patient has required a transfusion within the last 8 weeks: Increase to 20 mg twice daily and maintain for 4 weeks. If Hb is within normal range and patient has not required a transfusion within the last 8 weeks: Maintain 5 mg twice daily. Week 9 through Week 12 If Hb is below normal range or patient has required a transfusion within the last 8 weeks: Increase to 50 mg twice daily and maintain thereafter. If Hb is within normal range and patient has not required a transfusion within the last 8 weeks: Maintain current dose (5 mg twice daily or 20 mg twice daily). Maintenance If Hb decreases, consider up-titration to the maximum of 50 mg twice daily as per the above schedule. 2.2 Missed Dose If a dose of PYRUKYND is missed by 4 hours or less, administer the dose as soon as possible. If a dose of PYRUKYND is missed by more than 4 hours, do not administer a replacement dose, and wait until the next scheduled dose. Subsequently, return to the normal dosing schedule. 2.3 Interruption or Discontinuation To reduce the risk of acute hemolysis, avoid abrupt interruption or abrupt discontinuation of PYRUKYND when possible [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Taper the dose to gradually discontinue the medication (see Table 2). Monitor patients for signs of acute hemolysis and worsening of anemia. Table 2 Dose Taper Schedule Current Dose Dose Taper Schedule Day 1-7 Day 8-14 Day 15 5 mg twice daily 5 mg once daily Discontinue N/A 20 mg twice daily 20 mg once daily 5 mg once daily Discontinue 50 mg twice daily 50 mg once daily 20 mg once daily Discontinue Abbreviations: N/A = not applicable. 2.4 Recommended Dosage for Drug Interactions Strong CYP3A Inhibitors Avoid co-administration of strong CYP3A inhibitors with PYRUKYND [see Drug Interactions (7.1) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Moderate CYP3A Inhibitors Monitor Hb and for increased risks of adverse reactions from PYRUKYND. When used with a moderate CYP3A inhibitor, do not titrate PYRUKYND beyond 20 mg twice daily [see Drug Interactions (7.1) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Strong CYP3A Inducers Avoid co-administration of strong CYP3A inducers with PYRUKYND [see Drug Interactions (7.1) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Moderate CYP3A Inducers Consider alternative therapies that are not moderate CYP3A inducers during treatment with PYRUKYND. If there are no alternative therapies, monitor Hb and titrate beyond the 50 mg twice daily dose, if necessary, but do not exceed a maximum recommended dose of 100 mg twice daily [see Drug Interactions (7.1) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . 2.5 Dose Modifications for Adverse Reactions and Hemoglobin Levels Above Normal If a dose reduction is required because of an adverse reaction or tolerability, or for Hb above normal, the dose may be reduced to the next lower dose level, 20 mg twice daily or 5 mg twice daily. If a patient needs to …

Dosage Forms and Strengths

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3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS 5 mg tablets: round, blue, film-coated tablets with "M5" printed on one side. 20 mg tablets: round, blue, film-coated tablets with "M20" printed on one side. 50 mg tablets: oblong, blue, film-coated tablets with "M50" printed on one side. Tablets: 5 mg, 20 mg, and 50 mg. ( 3 )

Contraindications

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4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None None ( 4 )

Warnings and Cautions

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5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Acute Hemolysis: Avoid abrupt interruption or abrupt discontinuation of PYRUKYND to minimize the risk of acute hemolysis. A gradual reduction in dosing rather than abrupt cessation is recommended when possible. ( 5.1 ) Hepatocellular Injury in Another Condition: Obtain liver tests prior to the initiation of PYRUKYND and monthly thereafter for the first 6 months and as clinically indicated. Interrupt PYRUKYND if clinically significant increases in liver tests are observed or alanine aminotransferase is >5 times the upper limit of normal (ULN). Discontinue PYRUKYND if hepatic injury due to PYRUKYND is suspected. ( 5.2 ) 5.1 Acute Hemolysis with Abrupt Treatment Interruption Acute hemolysis with subsequent anemia has been observed following abrupt interruption or discontinuation of PYRUKYND in a dose-ranging study. Avoid abruptly discontinuing PYRUKYND. Gradually taper the dose of PYRUKYND to discontinue treatment if possible [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.3 , 2.6 )] . When discontinuing treatment, monitor patients for signs of acute hemolysis and anemia including jaundice, scleral icterus, dark urine, dizziness, confusion, fatigue, or shortness of breath . 5.2 Hepatocellular Injury in Another Condition In patients with another condition treated with mitapivat at a higher dose than that recommended for patients with PK deficiency, liver injury has been observed. These events were characterized by a time to onset within the first 6 months of treatment with peak elevations of alanine aminotransferase of >5×ULN with or without jaundice. All patients discontinued treatment with PYRUKYND, and these events improved upon treatment discontinuation. Obtain liver tests prior to the initiation of PYRUKYND and monthly thereafter for the first 6 months and as clinically indicated. Interrupt PYRUKYND if clinically significant increases in liver tests are observed or alanine aminotransferase is >5 times the upper limit of normal (ULN). Discontinue PYRUKYND if hepatic injury due to PYRUKYND is suspected.

Adverse Reactions

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6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reaction is described elsewhere in labeling: Acute Hemolysis with Abrupt Treatment Discontinuation [see Warn ings and Preca utions (5.1) ]. Hepatocellular Injury in Another Condition [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . The most common adverse reactions including laboratory abnormalities (≥ 10%) in patients with PK deficiency were estrone decreased (males), increased urate, back pain, estradiol decreased (males), and arthralgia. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Agios Pharmaceuticals at 1-833-228-8474 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or 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. A total of 155 patients received PYRUKYND, 79% of whom were exposed for longer than 24 weeks. PYRUKYND was administered up to 50 mg orally twice daily in 67 patients with PK deficiency in the ACTIVATE trial (N=40) and the ACTIVATE-T trial (N=27) [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . ACTIVATE Trial In the ACTIVATE trial patients with PK deficiency who were not regularly transfused received PYRUKYND in incremental doses up to 50 mg twice daily (N=40) or placebo (N=39). Serious adverse reactions occurred in 10% of patients receiving PYRUKYND in the ACTIVATE Trial, including atrial fibrillation, gastroenteritis, rib fracture, and musculoskeletal pain, which each occurred in 1 patient. In the ACTIVATE trial, the most common adverse reactions including laboratory abnormalities (≥10%) in patients with PK deficiency were estrone decreased (males), increased urate, back pain, estradiol decreased (males), and arthralgia. Table 3 summarizes the adverse reactions in the ACTIVATE trial. Table 3: Adverse Reactions (≥ 5%) in Patients Receiving PYRUKYND in ACTIVATE PYRUKYND (N=40) Placebo (N=39) Adverse Reaction All Grades (%) Grade ≥3 (%) All Grades (%) Grade ≥3 (%) Back pain a 15% 0 8% 0 Arthralgia b 10% 0 5% 0 Hypertriglyceridemia c 8% 5% 3% 0 Gastroenteritis 8% 3% 0 0 Hot flush d 8% 0 0 0 Oropharyngeal pain 8% 0 5% 0 Hypertension 5% 5% 0 0 Arrhythmia e 5% 0 0 0 Breast discomfort 5% 0 0 0 Constipation 5% 0 0 0 Dry mouth f 5% 0 0 0 Paresthesia 5% 0 0 0 Grades: Per the CTCAE definition. Grouped Term Definitions a Includes back pain, sciatica, and flank pain. b Includes arthralgia and joint swelling. c Includes hypertriglyceridemia and blood triglycerides increased. d Includes hot flush and flushing. e Includes arrhythmia, tachycardia, heart rate increased and atrial fibrillation. f Includes dry mouth and dry lip. Laboratory abnormalities of PYRUKYND included increased urate (15%). Variations in Reproductive Hormones In ACTIVATE, increases in serum testosterone and decreases in serum estrone and estradiol were observed in men receiving PYRUKYND (Table 4). These changes in hormones persisted throughout the study period. In patients who discontinued PYRUKYND and had follow-up hormone measurements, the hormone changes returned close to the baseline levels 28 days after discontinuing PYRUKYND. In female patients, sex hormone analysis was limited due to physiologic variations in hormones during the menstrual cycle and the use of hormonal contraceptives. Table 4: Laboratory Abnormalities in Reproductive Hormones in Men Receiving PYRUKYND ACTIVATE Parameter PYRUKYND (16 males) n (%) Placebo (15 males)n (%) Reproductive hormone analyses a Estrone decreased (males) Estradiol decreased (males) Blood testosterone increased (males) 9 (56.3) 2 (12.5) 1 (6.3) 0 1 (6.7) 1 (6.7) a Decreases in estrone and estradiol to below the lower limit of the reference range and increases in testosterone to above the upper limit of the reference range where baseline was within normal limits. ACTIVATE-T Trial The adverse reactions reported in the population …

Drug Interactions

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7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Strong CYP3A Inhibitors and Inducers: Avoid concomitant use. ( 7.1 ) Moderate CYP3A Inhibitors: Do not titrate PYRUKYND beyond 20 mg twice daily. ( 7.1 ) Moderate CYP3A Inducers: Consider alternatives that are not moderate inducers. If there are no alternatives, adjust PYRUKYND dosage. ( 7.1 ) Sensitive CYP3A, CYP2B6, CYP2C substrates including hormonal contraceptives: Avoid concomitant use with substrates that have narrow therapeutic index. ( 7.2 ) UGT1A1 Substrates: Avoid concomitant use with substrates that have narrow therapeutic index. ( 7.2 ) P-gp Substrates: Avoid concomitant use with substrates that have narrow therapeutic index. ( 7.2 ) 7.1 Effect of Other Drugs on PYRUKYND Strong CYP3A Inhibitors Clinical Impact Co-administration of PYRUKYND with strong CYP3A inhibitors increased mitapivat plasma concentrations [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Increased mitapivat plasma concentrations may increase the risks of adverse reactions of PYRUKYND. Prevention or Management Avoid co-administration of strong CYP3A inhibitors with PYRUKYND [see Dosage and Administration (2.5) ] . Moderate CYP3A Inhibitors Clinical Impact Co-administration of PYRUKYND with moderate CYP3A inhibitors will increase mitapivat plasma concentrations [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Prevention or Management Monitor Hb and for increased risks of adverse reactions with PYRUKYND. Do not titrate PYRUKYND beyond 20 mg twice daily [see Dosage and Administration (2.5) ] . Strong CYP3A Inducers Clinical Impact Co-administration of PYRUKYND with strong CYP3A inducers decreased mitapivat plasma concentrations [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Decreased mitapivat plasma concentrations will reduce the efficacy of PYRUKYND. Prevention or Management Avoid co-administration of strong CYP3A inducers with PYRUKYND [see Dosage and Administration (2.5) ] . Moderate CYP3A Inducers Clinical Impact Co-administration of PYRUKYND with moderate CYP3A inducers will decrease mitapivat plasma concentrations [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Prevention or Management Consider alternative therapies that are not moderate CYP3A inducers during treatment with PYRUKYND. If there are no alternative therapies, monitor Hb and titrate beyond 50 mg twice daily, if necessary, but do not exceed a maximum recommended dose of 100 mg twice daily [see Dosage and Administration (2.5) ] . 7.2 Effect of PYRUKYND on Other Drugs CYP3A Substrates Clinical Impact PYRUKYND induces CYP3A. Co-administration of PYRUKYND will decrease systemic concentrations of drugs that are sensitive CYP3A substrates, including hormonal contraceptives (e.g., ethinyl estradiol) [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Prevention or Management Monitor patients for loss of therapeutic effect of sensitive CYP3A substrates with narrow therapeutic index when co- administered with PYRUKYND. Advise patients using hormonal contraceptives to use an alternative non-hormonal contraceptive method or add a barrier method of contraception during treatment with PYRUKYND. CYP2B6 and CYP2C Substrates Clinical Impact PYRUKYND induces CYP2B6, CYP2C8, CYP2C9, and CYP2C19 enzymes in vitro , and may decrease systemic concentrations of drugs that are sensitive substrates of these enzymes [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Prevention or Management Monitor patients for loss of therapeutic effect of sensitive substrates of these enzymes with narrow therapeutic index when co-administered with PYRUKYND. UGT1A1 Substrates Clinical Impact PYRUKYND induces UGT1A1 in vitro and may decrease systemic concentrations of drugs that are UGT1A1 substrates [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Prevention or Management Monitor patients for loss of therapeutic effect of UGT1A1 substrates with narrow therapeutic index when co-administered with PYRUKYND. P-gp Substrates Clinical Impact PYRUKYND inhibits the P-gp transporter in vitro and may increase systemic concentrations of drugs that are P-gp substrates [see Clinical Pharmacolo …

Use in Specific Populations

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8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Hepatic Impairment: Avoid use of PYRUKYND in patients with moderate or severe hepatic impairment. ( 8.6 ) 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Available data from clinical trials of PYRUKYND are insufficient to evaluate for a drug- associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or other adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. In animal reproduction studies, mitapivat orally administered twice daily to pregnant rats and rabbits during organogenesis was not teratogenic at doses up to 13 and 3 times the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of 50 mg twice daily, respectively. Mitapivat administered orally to pregnant rats twice daily during organogenesis through lactation did not result in adverse developmental effects at doses up to 13 times the MRHD ( see Data ). The estimated background risk of major birth defects for the indicated population is unknown. Estimated frequencies for other important background risks in the population are as follows: miscarriage 18%, growth retardation 24%, preterm birth 56%. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2% to 4% and 15% to 20%, respectively. Clinical Considerations Disease-Associated Maternal Risk Untreated PK deficiency in pregnant women may precipitate acute hemolysis, pre-term labor, miscarriage and severe anemia requiring frequent transfusion. Additionally, preeclampsia and severe hypertension have been reported. Data Animal Data In an embryo-fetal development study in rats, mitapivat was administered at doses of 5, 10, 25, and 100 mg/kg twice daily by oral gavage during the period of organogenesis (gestation days 6 to 17). There was a statistically significant 14% decrease in maternal net body weight gain at the high dose with associated decrease in food consumption. Enlarged or fused placenta and/or a distended amniotic sac, an increase in post-implantation loss (early and late resorptions), a decrease in the mean number of viable fetuses, lower mean fetal weights, and external, visceral, and skeletal malformations were observed at the high dose (100 mg/kg twice daily, 63 times the MRHD, based on area under the plasma drug concentration-time curve [AUC]). No maternal or embryo-fetal toxicity was observed up to 25 mg/kg twice daily (13 times the MRHD, based on AUC). In an embryo-fetal development study in rabbits, mitapivat was administered at doses of 12.5, 30, and 62.5 mg/kg twice daily by oral gavage during the period of organogenesis (gestation days 7 to 20). Lower fetal weight was observed at 62.5 mg/kg twice daily (3 times MRHD, based on AUC) and correlated with reduced maternal body weight gain. No effects on fetal morphology were observed. In a pre- and post-natal development study in rats, mitapivat was administered at doses of 5, 10, 25, and 100 mg/kg twice daily by oral gavage during the period of organogenesis and continuing to weaning (gestation day 7 to lactation day 20). Dystocia was observed at ≥25 mg/kg twice daily (≥13x MRHD, based on AUC). At 100 mg/kg twice daily (63x MRHD, based on AUC) decreased maternal body weight gain, prolonged parturition, and dystocia occurred and resulted in maternal mortality, complete litter loss, decreased pup viability and decreased pup body weight. No adverse effects on pup growth and development, and reproductive performance were observed up to 50 mg/kg (13 times the MRHD, based on AUC). 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary There are no data on the presence of PYRUKYND or its metabolites in human or animal milk, the effects on the breastfed child, or the effects on milk production. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for PYRUKYND and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from PYRUKYND or from the underlying maternal condition. 8.4 Pediatric U …

Mechanism of Action

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12.1 Mechanism of Action Mitapivat is a pyruvate kinase activator that acts by allosterically binding to the pyruvate kinase tetramer and increasing pyruvate kinase (PK) activity. The red blood cell (RBC) form of pyruvate kinase (PK-R) is mutated in PK deficiency, which leads to reduced adenosine triphosphate (ATP), shortened RBC lifespan, and chronic hemolysis.

Description

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11 DESCRIPTION The active ingredient of PYRUKYND is mitapivat, a pyruvate kinase activator, present as mitapivat sulfate. The chemical name of mitapivat sulfate is 8-quinolinesulfonamide, N-[4-[[4- (cyclopropylmethyl)-1-piperazinyl]carbonyl]phenyl]-, sulfate, hydrate (2:1:3). The chemical structure of mitapivat sulfate is: The molecular formula is (C 24 H 26 N 4 SO 3 ) 2 • H 2 SO 4 • 3H 2 O, and the molecular weight is 1053.23 for mitapivat sulfate. Mitapivat sulfate is a white to off-white solid and is slightly soluble in water. PYRUKYND is available as 5 mg, 20 mg, and 50 mg tablets for oral administration. Each tablet contains 5 mg, 20 mg, or 50 mg mitapivat free base, provided as 5.85 mg, 23.4 mg, or 58.5 mg, respectively, of the sulfate hydrate salt, and the following inactive ingredients: croscarmellose sodium, mannitol, microcrystalline cellulose, and sodium stearyl fumarate. The tablet film coating contains the inactive ingredients FD&C Blue No. 2, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, titanium dioxide, and triacetin. The tablets are imprinted with black ink containing the inactive ingredients ammonium hydroxide, ferrosoferric oxide, isopropyl alcohol, n-butyl alcohol, propylene glycol, and shellac glaze. chemical structure

How Supplied / Storage and Handling

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16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING How Supplied PYRUKYND 28-Day Packs Tablet Strength Description Imprint NDC 5 mg Round, blue, film-coated tablets "M5" printed on one side 71334-205-05 20 mg Round, blue, film-coated tablets "M20" printed on one side 71334-210-20 50 mg Oblong, blue, film-coated tablets "M50" printed on one side 71334-215-50 PYRUKYND Taper Packs Tablet strength(s) Blister Wallet Configuration Tablet Description Imprint NDC 5 mg 5 mg blister wallet containing 7 tablets round, blue, film-coated tablets "M5" printed on one side 71334-220-11 20 mg and 5 mg 20 mg blister wallet containing 7 tablets 5 mg blister wallet containing 7 tablets round, blue, film-coated tablets round, blue, film-coated tablets "M20" printed on one side "M5" printed on one side 71334-225-12 50 mg and 20 mg 50 mg blister wallet containing 7 tablets 20 mg blister wallet containing 7 tablets oblong, blue, film- coated tablets round, blue, film-coated tablets "M50" printed on one side "M20" printed on one side 71334-230-13 Storage Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) with excursions permitted between 15°C and 30°C (59°F and 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature] . Store the blister wallets in the original carton until use.

Adverse event reports

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1,017
FAERS reports mentioning this drug
as of 2026-09-25T03:42:24+00:00
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Attributed to this product's most-reported active ingredient: MITAPIVAT. 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
71334-205-05 71334-205 Agios Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 4 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (71334-205-05) / 14 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BLISTER PACK (71334-205-14) February 18, 2022
71334-210-20 71334-210 Agios Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 4 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (71334-210-20) / 14 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BLISTER PACK (71334-210-14) February 18, 2022
71334-215-50 71334-215 Agios Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 4 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (71334-215-50) / 14 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BLISTER PACK (71334-215-14) February 18, 2022
71334-220-11 71334-220 Agios Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 1 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (71334-220-11) / 7 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BLISTER PACK February 18, 2022
71334-205 71334-205 Agios Pharmaceuticals, Inc. — February 18, 2022
71334-210 71334-210 Agios Pharmaceuticals, Inc. — February 18, 2022
71334-215 71334-215 Agios Pharmaceuticals, Inc. — February 18, 2022
71334-220 71334-220 Agios Pharmaceuticals, Inc. — February 18, 2022

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