Warnings for Daybue
Included as part of the PRECAUTIONS section.
Precautions for Daybue
Diarrhea
In Study 1 [see Clinical Studies] and in long-term studies, 85% of patients treated with Daybue experienced diarrhea. In those treated with Daybue, 49% either had persistent diarrhea or recurrence after resolution despite dose interruptions, reductions, or concomitant antidiarrheal therapy. Diarrhea severity was of mild or moderate severity in 96% of cases. In Study 1, antidiarrheal medication was used in 51% of patients treated with Daybue.
Advise patients to stop laxatives before starting Daybue or Daybue Stix. If diarrhea occurs, patients should notify their healthcare provider, consider starting antidiarrheal treatment, and monitor hydration status and increase oral fluids, if needed. Interrupt, reduce dose, or discontinue Daybue or Daybue Stix if severe diarrhea occurs or if dehydration is suspected [see Dosage and Administration].
Weight Loss
In Study 1, 12% of patients treated with Daybue experienced weight loss of greater than 7% from baseline, compared to 4% of patients who received placebo. In long-term studies, 2.2% of patients discontinued treatment with Daybue due to weight loss. Monitor weight and interrupt, reduce dose, or discontinue Daybue or Daybue Stix if significant weight loss occurs [see Dosage and Administration].
Vomiting
In Study 1, vomiting occurred in 29% of patients treated with Daybue and in 12% of patients who received placebo [see Adverse Reactions]. Patients with Rett syndrome are at risk for aspiration and aspiration pneumonia. Aspiration and aspiration pneumonia have been reported following vomiting in patients being treated with Daybue. Interrupt, reduce dose, or discontinue Daybue or Daybue Stix if vomiting is severe or occurs despite medical management [see Dosage and Administration].
Use in Specific Populations
Pregnancy
Risk Summary
There are no adequate data on the developmental risks associated with the use of Daybue or Daybue Stix in pregnant women. No adverse developmental effects were observed following oral administration of trofinetide to pregnant animals at doses associated with plasma exposures below those used clinically [see Animal Data].
The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. 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
Oral administration of trofinetide (0, 150, 450, or 1000 mg/kg twice daily; 0, 300, 900, or 2000 mg/kg/day) to pregnant rats during the period of organogenesis resulted in no adverse effects on embryofetal development. At the highest dose tested, plasma exposure (AUC) was less than that in humans at the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of 12,000 mg twice daily (24,000 mg/day).
Oral administration of trofinetide (0, 75, 150, or 300 mg/kg twice daily; 0, 150, 300, or 600 mg/kg/day) to pregnant rabbits during the period of organogenesis resulted in no adverse effects on embryofetal development. At the highest dose tested, plasma exposure (AUC) was less than that in humans at the MRHD.
Oral administration of trofinetide (0, 150, 450, or 1000 mg/kg twice daily; 0, 300, 900, or 2000 mg/kg/day) to rats throughout pregnancy and lactation resulted in no adverse effects on pre- and postnatal development. At the highest dose tested, plasma exposure (AUC) was less than that in humans at the MRHD.
Lactation
Risk Summary
There is no information regarding the presence of trofinetide or its metabolites in human milk, the effects on the breastfed infant, or the effects on milk production. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother's clinical need for Daybue or Daybue Stix and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed infant from the treatment or from the underlying maternal condition.
Pediatric Use
The safety and effectiveness of Daybue and Daybue Stix for the treatment of Rett syndrome have been established in pediatric patients aged 2 years and older. The safety and effectiveness of Daybue for the treatment of Rett syndrome in pediatric patients 5 years of age and older was established in a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, 12-week study (Study 1), which included 108 pediatric patients age 5 to less than 12 years of age and 47 pediatric patients age 12 to less than 17 years of age [see Adverse Reactions and Clinical Studies]. Use of Daybue or Daybue Stix in patients 2 to 4 years of age is supported by evidence from Study 1 and pharmacokinetic and safety data in 13 pediatric patients 2 to 4 years of age treated with Daybue for 12 weeks [see Dosage and Administration, Adverse Reactions, Clinical Pharmacology, and Clinical Studies]. Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients less than 2 years of age have not been established.
Juvenile Animal Data
Oral administration of trofinetide (0, 150, 300, or 1000 mg/kg twice daily; 0, 300, 600, or 2000 mg/kg/day) to rats from postnatal day (PND) 13-14 through 28 weeks of age resulted in no adverse effects on growth or neurobehavioral function. Plasma exposures at the highest dose tested were similar to those in pediatric patients at recommended doses.
Oral administration of trofinetide (0, 150, 300, or 1000 mg/kg twice daily; 0, 300, 600, or 2000 mg/kg/day) to juvenile rats for 10 weeks beginning on PND 13-14 resulted in no adverse effects on sexual maturation or reproductive function. Plasma exposures at the highest dose tested were similar to those in pediatric patients at recommended doses.
Geriatric Use
Clinical studies of Daybue did not include patients 65 years of age and older to determine whether or not they respond differently from younger patients. This drug is known to be substantially excreted by the kidney. Because elderly patients are more likely to have decreased renal function, it may be useful to monitor renal function.
Renal Impairment
Mild renal impairment is not expected to impact the exposure of trofinetide; therefore, dosage adjustment is not necessary. Dosage adjustment of Daybue or Daybue Stix is recommended in patients with moderate renal impairment (adult: eGFR 30 to 59 mL/min: pediatric: eGFR 30 to 59 mL/min/1.73 m2) [see Dosage and Administration, Clinical Pharmacology]. Administration of Daybue or Daybue Stix to patients with severe renal impairment (eGFR less than 30 mL/min for adults or less than 30 mL/min/1.73 m2 for pediatrics) is not recommended.
Patient Counseling Information
Advise the caregiver or patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Patient Information).
Preparation and Administration
Advise the caregiver or patient that Daybue or Daybue Stix may be given orally or via gastrostomy (G) tube; doses administered via gastrojejunal (GJ) tubes must be administered through the G-port. Daybue or Daybue Stix may be taken with or without food [see Dosage and Administration]. Instruct the caregiver or patient to obtain a calibrated measuring device, such as an oral syringe or oral dosing cup, from the pharmacy. A household measuring cup, teaspoon, or tablespoon is not an adequate measuring device [see Dosage and Administration].
Daybue Oral Solution
Instruct the caregiver or patient to discard any unused Daybue oral solution after 14 days from first opening the bottle.
Daybue Stix for Oral Solution
Advise the caregiver or patient that Daybue Stix for oral solution powder must be dissolved in a cold to room temperature water or water-based beverage (juice, tea, lemonade, limeade, or liquid hydration) prior to administration [see Dosage and Administration]. Instruct the caregiver or patient on how much water or water-based beverage is needed to dissolve the contents of Daybue Stix packet(s). Instruct the caregiver or patient to administer the prepared oral solution immediately and not to store for future use. Any prepared oral solution not administered must be discarded. Instruct patients to not attempt to use partial packets to prepare a dose.
Diarrhea
Advise the caregiver or patient that Daybue or Daybue Stix can cause diarrhea. Instruct the patient to stop taking laxatives before starting Daybue or Daybue Stix. If diarrhea occurs, patients should notify their healthcare provider, consider starting antidiarrheal treatment, and monitor hydration status and increase oral fluids, if needed [see Warnings and Precautions].
Weight Loss
Inform the caregiver or patient that Daybue or Daybue Stix may cause weight loss and to notify their healthcare provider if weight loss occurs [see Warnings and Precautions].
Vomiting
Advise the caregiver or patient that Daybue or Daybue Stix can cause vomiting and if vomiting occurs after Daybue or Daybue Stix administration, do not take an additional dose, but continue with the next scheduled dose [see Dosage and Administration]. Instruct patients to notify their healthcare provider if vomiting does not stop despite medical management [see Warnings and Precautions].
Storage
Daybue Oral Solution
Keep bottles of Daybue upright and refrigerated before and after opening. Do not freeze [see How Supplied/Storage and Handling].