Negara: Amerika Serikat
Bahasa: Inggris
Sumber: NLM (National Library of Medicine)
Dronabinol (UNII: 7J8897W37S) (Dronabinol - UNII:7J8897W37S)
Akorn
Dronabinol
Dronabinol 2.5 mg
ORAL
PRESCRIPTION DRUG
Dronabinol capsules are indicated in adults for the treatment of: - anorexia associated with weight loss in patients with Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). - nausea and vomiting associated with cancer chemotherapy in patients who have failed to respond adequately to conventional antiemetic treatments. Dronabinol capsules are contraindicated in patients with a history of a hypersensitivity reaction to dronabinol or sesame oil. Reported hypersensitivity reactions to dronabinol capsules include lip swelling, hives, disseminated rash, oral lesions, skin burning, flushing and throat tightness [see Adverse Reactions (6.2)] . Risk Summary Dronabinol capsules, a synthetic cannabinoid, may cause fetal harm. Avoid use of dronabinol capsules in pregnant women. Although there is little published data on the use of synthetic cannabinoids during pregnancy, use of cannabis (e.g., marijuana) during pregnancy has been associated with adverse fetal/neonatal outcomes [see Clinical Considerations] . Cannabinoids have b
Dronabinol Capsules, USP (dronabinol solution in sesame oil in soft gelatin capsules) 2.5 mg – beige soft gelatin, round-shape capsule (printed “61” in black ink) NDC 17478-761-06 (Bottle of 60 capsules). 5 mg – brown soft gelatin, round-shape capsule (printed “62” in white ink) NDC 17478-762-06 (Bottle of 60 capsules). 10 mg – orange soft gelatin, round-shape capsule (printed “63” in black ink) NDC 17478-763-06 (Bottle of 60 capsules). Storage Conditions Dronabinol capsules should be packaged in a well-closed container and stored in a cold environment between 2°C and 8°C (36°F and 46°F). Store in refrigerator. Protect from freezing. Protect from light.
Abbreviated New Drug Application
DRONABINOL- DRONABINOL CAPSULE AKORN ---------- HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION THESE HIGHLIGHTS DO NOT INCLUDE ALL THE INFORMATION NEEDED TO USE DRONABINOL CAPSULES SAFELY AND EFFECTIVELY. SEE FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION FOR DRONABINOL CAPSULES. DRONABINOL CAPSULES, FOR ORAL USE, CIII INITIAL U.S. APPROVAL: 1985 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Dronabinol capsules is a cannabinoid indicated in adults for the treatment of: Anorexia associated with weight loss in patients with AIDS. (1) Nausea and vomiting associated with cancer chemotherapy in patients who have failed to respond adequately to conventional antiemetic treatments. (1) DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Anorexia Associated with Weight Loss in Adult Patients with AIDS (2.1): The recommended adult starting dosage is 2.5 mg orally twice daily, one hour before lunch and dinner. See the full prescribing information for dosage titration to manage adverse reactions and to achieve desired therapeutic effect. Nausea and Vomiting Associated with Chemotherapy in Adult Patients Who Failed Conventional Antiemetics (2.2): The recommended starting dosage is 5 mg/m , administered 1 to 3 hours prior to the administration of chemotherapy, then every 2 to 4 hours after chemotherapy, for a total of 4 to 6 doses per day. Administer the first dose on an empty stomach at least 30 minutes prior to eating; subsequent doses can be taken without regard to meals. See the full prescribing information for dosage titration to manage adverse reactions and to achieve desired therapeutic effect. DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Capsules: 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg (3) CONTRAINDICATIONS History of a hypersensitivity reaction to dronabinol or sesame oil (4) WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Neuropsychiatric Adverse Reactions: May cause psychiatric and cognitive effects and impair mental and/or physical abilities. Avoid use in patients with a psychiatric history. Monitor for symptoms and avoid concomitant use of drugs with similar effects. Inform patients not to operate motor vehicles or other dangerous machinery until t Baca dokumen lengkapnya