ADVERSE REACTIONS SECTION.

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS. The following adverse reactions are described below and elsewhere in labeling:Nausea [see Warnings and Precautions )] 5.1 Diarrhea [see Warnings and Precautions )] 5.2 Dyspnea [see Warnings and Precautions )] 5.3 Nausea [see Warnings and Precautions )] 5.1 Diarrhea [see Warnings and Precautions )] 5.2 Dyspnea [see Warnings and Precautions )] 5.3 Most common adverse reactions (incidence 4%) in chronic idiopathic constipation are nausea, diarrhea, headache, abdominal pain, abdominal distension, and flatulence (6.1) Most common adverse reactions (incidence 4%) in opioid-induced constipation are nausea and diarrhea ) 6.1 Most common adverse reactions (incidence 4%) in irritable bowel syndrome with constipation are nausea, diarrhea, and abdominal pain (6.1) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Takeda Pharmaceuticals at 1-877-825-3327 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch Most common adverse reactions (incidence 4%) in chronic idiopathic constipation are nausea, diarrhea, headache, abdominal pain, abdominal distension, and flatulence (6.1) Most common adverse reactions (incidence 4%) in opioid-induced constipation are nausea and diarrhea ) 6.1 Most common adverse reactions (incidence 4%) in irritable bowel syndrome with constipation are nausea, diarrhea, and abdominal pain (6.1) 6.1 Clinical Studies Experience. Because clinical studies are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical studies of drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical studies of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice.During clinical development of Amitiza for CIC, OIC, and IBS-C, 1234 patients were treated with Amitiza for months and 524 patients were treated for year (not mutually exclusive).Chronic Idiopathic ConstipationThe data described below reflect exposure to Amitiza 24 mcg twice daily in 1113 patients with chronic idiopathic constipation over 3- or 4-week, 6-month, and 12-month treatment periods; and from 316 patients receiving placebo over short-term exposure (<= weeks). The placebo population (N 316) had mean age of 47.8 (range 21-81) years; was 87.3% female; 80.7% Caucasian, 10.1% African American, 7.3% Hispanic, 0.9% Asian; and 11.7% elderly (>= 65 years of age). Of those patients treated with Amitiza 24 mcg twice daily (N=1113), the mean age was 50.3 (range 19-86) years; 86.9% were female; 86.1% Caucasian, 7.6% African American, 4.7% Hispanic, 1.0% Asian; and 16.7% elderly (>= 65 years of age). Table presents data for the adverse reactions that occurred in at least 1% of patients who received Amitiza 24 mcg twice daily and that occurred more frequently with study drug than placebo. Adverse reactions in dose-finding, efficacy, and long-term clinical studies: Table 1: Percent of Patients with Adverse Reactions (Chronic Idiopathic Constipation)System/Adverse ReactionIncludes only those events associated with treatment (possibly, probably, or definitely related, as assessed by the investigator).PlaceboN 316%Amitiza24 mcgTwice DailyN 1113%Gastrointestinal disorders Nausea329 Diarrhea112 Abdominal pain38 Abdominal distension26 Flatulence26 Vomiting03 Loose stools03 Abdominal discomfort This term combines abdominal tenderness, abdominal rigidity, gastrointestinal discomfort, stomach discomfort, and abdominal discomfort. 13 Dyspepsia< 12 Dry mouth< 11Nervous system disorders Headache511 Dizziness13General disorders and site administration conditions Edema< 13 Fatigue12 Chest discomfort/pain02Respiratory, thoracic, andmediastinaldisorders Dyspnea02The most common adverse reactions (incidence 4%) in CIC were nausea, diarrhea, headache, abdominal pain, abdominal distension, and flatulence.Approximately 29% of patients who received Amitiza 24 mcg twice daily experienced nausea; 4% of patients had severe nausea and 9% of patients discontinued treatment due to nausea. The rate of nausea associated with Amitiza 24 mcg twice daily was lower among male (8%) and elderly (19%) patients. No patients in the clinical studies were hospitalized due to nausea. Nausea: Approximately 12% of patients who received Amitiza 24 mcg twice daily experienced diarrhea; 2% of patients had severe diarrhea and 2% of patients discontinued treatment due to diarrhea. Diarrhea: No serious adverse reactions of electrolyte imbalance were reported in clinical studies, and no clinically significant changes were seen in serum electrolyte levels in patients receiving Amitiza. Electrolytes: The following adverse reactions (assessed by investigator as probably or definitely related to treatment) occurred in less than 1% of patients receiving Amitiza 24 mcg twice daily in clinical studies, occurred in at least two patients, and occurred more frequently in patients receiving study drug than those receiving placebo: fecal incontinence, muscle cramp, defecation urgency, frequent bowel movements, hyperhidrosis, pharyngolaryngeal pain, intestinal functional disorder, anxiety, cold sweat, constipation, cough, dysgeusia, eructation, influenza, joint swelling, myalgia, pain, syncope, tremor, decreased appetite. Less common adverse reactions: Opioid-induced ConstipationThe data described below reflect exposure to Amitiza 24 mcg twice daily in 860 patients with OIC for up to 12 months and from 632 patients receiving placebo twice daily for up to 12 weeks. The total population (N 1492) had mean age of 50.4 (range 20-89) years; was 62.7% female; 82.7% Caucasian, 14.2% African American, 0.8% American Indian/Alaska Native, 0.8% Asian; 5.2% were of Hispanic ethnicity; and 8.8% were elderly (>= 65 years of age). Table presents data for the adverse reactions that occurred in at least 1% of patients who received Amitiza 24 mcg twice daily and that occurred more frequently with study drug than placebo. Adverse reactions in efficacy and long-term clinical studies: Table 2: Percent of Patients with Adverse Reactions (OIC Studies)System/Adverse ReactionIncludes only those events associated with treatment (possibly, probably, or definitely related, as assessed by the investigator).PlaceboN 632%Amitiza24 mcgTwice DailyN 860%Gastrointestinal disorders Nausea511 Diarrhea28 Abdominal pain14 Flatulence34 Abdominal distension23 Vomiting23 Abdominal discomfort This term combines abdominal tenderness, abdominal rigidity, gastrointestinal discomfort, stomach discomfort, and abdominal discomfort. 11Nervous system disorders Headache12General disorders and site administration conditions Peripheral edema< 11The most common adverse reactions (incidence 4%) in OIC were nausea and diarrhea.Approximately 11% of patients who received Amitiza 24 mcg twice daily experienced nausea; 1% of patients had severe nausea and 2% of patients discontinued treatment due to nausea. Nausea: Approximately 8% of patients who received Amitiza 24 mcg twice daily experienced diarrhea; 2% of patients had severe diarrhea and 1% of patients discontinued treatment due to diarrhea. Diarrhea: The following adverse reactions (assessed by investigator as probably or definitely related to treatment) occurred in less than 1% of patients receiving Amitiza 24 mcg twice daily in clinical studies, occurred in at least two patients, and occurred more frequently in patients receiving study drug than those receiving placebo: fecal incontinence, blood potassium decreased. Less common adverse reactions: Irritable Bowel Syndrome with ConstipationThe data described below reflect exposure to Amitiza mcg twice daily in 1011 patients with IBS-C for up to 12 months and from 435 patients receiving placebo twice daily for up to 16 weeks. The total population (N 1267) had mean age of 46.5 (range 18-85) years; was 91.6% female; 77.5% Caucasian, 12.9% African American, 8.6% Hispanic, 0.4% Asian; and 8.0% elderly (>= 65 years of age). Table presents data for the adverse reactions that occurred in at least 1% of patients who received Amitiza mcg twice daily and that occurred more frequently with study drug than placebo. Adverse reactions in dose-finding, efficacy, and long-term clinical studies: Table 3: Percent of Patients with Adverse Reactions (IBS-C Studies)System/Adverse ReactionIncludes only those events associated with treatment (possibly or probably related, as assessed by the investigator).PlaceboN 435%Amitiza8 mcgTwice DailyN 1011%Gastrointestinal disorders Nausea48 Diarrhea47 Abdominal pain55 Abdominal distension23The most common adverse reactions (incidence 4%) in IBS-C were nausea, diarrhea, and abdominal pain.Approximately 8% of patients who received Amitiza mcg twice daily experienced nausea; 1% of patients had severe nausea and 1% of patients discontinued treatment due to nausea. Nausea: Approximately 7% of patients who received Amitiza mcg twice daily experienced diarrhea; <1% of patients had severe diarrhea and <1% of patients discontinued treatment due to diarrhea. Diarrhea: The following adverse reactions (assessed by investigator as probably related to treatment) occurred in less than 1% of patients receiving Amitiza mcg twice daily in clinical studies, occurred in at least two patients, and occurred more frequently in patients receiving study drug than those receiving placebo: dyspepsia, loose stools, vomiting, fatigue, dry mouth, edema, increased alanine aminotransferase, increased aspartate aminotransferase, constipation, eructation, gastroesophageal reflux disease, dyspnea, erythema, gastritis, increased weight, palpitations, urinary tract infection, anorexia, anxiety, depression, fecal incontinence, fibromyalgia, hard feces, lethargy, rectal hemorrhage, pollakiuria. Less common adverse reactions: 6.2 Postmarketing Experience. The following additional adverse reactions have been identified during post-approval use of Amitiza. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish causal relationship to drug exposure.Voluntary reports of adverse reactions occurring with the use of Amitiza include the following: syncope, ischemic colitis, hypersensitivity/allergic-type reactions (including rash, swelling, and throat tightness), malaise, tachycardia, muscle cramps or muscle spasms, and asthenia.

CARCINOGENESIS & MUTAGENESIS & IMPAIRMENT OF FERTILITY SECTION.

13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility. CarcinogenesisTwo 2-year oral (gavage) carcinogenicity studies (one in Crl:B6C3F1 mice and one in Sprague-Dawley rats) were conducted with lubiprostone. In the 2-year carcinogenicity study in mice, lubiprostone doses of 25, 75, 200, and 500 mcg/kg/day (approximately 2, 6, 17, and 42 times the highest recommended human dose, respectively, based on body surface area) were used. In the 2-year rat carcinogenicity study, lubiprostone doses of 20, 100, and 400 mcg/kg/day (approximately 3, 17, and 68 times the highest recommended human dose, respectively, based on body surface area) were used. In the mouse carcinogenicity study, there was no significant increase in any tumor incidences. There was significant increase in the incidence of interstitial cell adenoma of the testes in male rats at the 400 mcg/kg/day dose. In female rats, treatment with lubiprostone produced hepatocellular adenoma at the 400 mcg/kg/day dose.MutagenesisLubiprostone was not genotoxic in the Ames reverse mutation assay, the mouse lymphoma (L5178Y TK forward mutation assay, the Chinese hamster lung (CHL/IU) chromosomal aberration assay, and the mouse bone marrow micronucleus assay. in vitro in vitro +/- in vitro in vivo Impairment of FertilityLubiprostone, at oral doses of up to 1000 mcg/kg/day, had no effect on the fertility and reproductive function of male and female rats. However, the number of implantation sites and live embryos were significantly reduced in rats at the 1000 mcg/kg/day dose as compared to control. The number of dead or resorbed embryos in the 1000 mcg/kg/day group was higher compared to the control group, but was not statistically significant. The 1000 mcg/kg/day dose in rats is approximately 169 times the highest recommended human dose of 48 mcg/day, based on body surface area.

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY SECTION.

12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY. 12.1 Mechanism of Action. Lubiprostone is locally acting chloride channel activator that enhances chloride-rich intestinal fluid secretion without altering sodium and potassium concentrations in the serum. Lubiprostone acts by specifically activating ClC-2, which is normal constituent of the apical membrane of the human intestine, in protein kinase A-independent fashion.By increasing intestinal fluid secretion, lubiprostone increases motility in the intestine, thereby facilitating the passage of stool and alleviating symptoms associated with chronic idiopathic constipation. Patch clamp cell studies in human cell lines have indicated that the majority of the beneficial biological activity of lubiprostone and its metabolites is observed only on the apical (luminal) portion of the gastrointestinal epithelium.Lubiprostone, via activation of apical ClC-2 channels in intestinal epithelial cells, bypasses the antisecretory action of opiates that results from suppression of secretomotor neuron excitability.Activation of ClC-2 by lubiprostone has also been shown to stimulate recovery of mucosal barrier function and reduce intestinal permeability via the restoration of tight junction protein complexes in studies of ischemic porcine intestine. ex vivo 12.2 Pharmacodynamics. Although the pharmacologic effects of lubiprostone in humans have not been fully evaluated, animal studies have shown that oral administration of lubiprostone increases chloride ion transport into the intestinal lumen, enhances fluid secretion into the bowels, and improves fecal transit.. 12.3 Pharmacokinetics. Lubiprostone has low systemic availability following oral administration and concentrations of lubiprostone in plasma are below the level of quantitation (10 pg/mL). Therefore, standard pharmacokinetic parameters such as area under the curve (AUC), maximum concentration (C ), and half-life (t cannot be reliably calculated. However, the pharmacokinetic parameters of M3 (only measurable active metabolite of lubiprostone) have been characterized. Gender has no effect on the pharmacokinetics of M3 following the oral administration of lubiprostone. max 1/2 AbsorptionConcentrations of lubiprostone in plasma are below the level of quantitation (10 pg/mL) because lubiprostone has low systemic availability following oral administration. Peak plasma levels of M3, after single oral dose with 24 mcg of lubiprostone, occurred at approximately 1.10 hours. The was 41.5 pg/mL and the mean AUC was 57.1 pghr/mL. The AUC of M3 increases dose proportionally after single 24-mcg and 144-mcg doses of lubiprostone. max 0-t 0-t Distributionprotein binding studies indicate lubiprostone is approximately 94% bound to human plasma proteins. Studies in rats given radiolabeled lubiprostone indicate minimal distribution beyond the gastrointestinal tissues. Concentrations of radiolabeled lubiprostone at 48 hours post-administration were minimal in all tissues of the rats. In vitro MetabolismThe results of both human and animal studies indicate that lubiprostone is rapidly and extensively metabolized by 15-position reduction, -chain -oxidation, and -chain -oxidation. These biotransformations are not mediated by the hepatic cytochrome P450 system but rather appear to be mediated by the ubiquitously expressed carbonyl reductase. M3, metabolite of lubiprostone found in both humans and animals, is formed by the reduction of the carbonyl group at the 15-hydroxy moiety that consists of both -hydroxy and -hydroxy epimers. M3 makes up less than 10% of the dose of radiolabeled lubiprostone. Animal studies have shown that metabolism of lubiprostone rapidly occurs within the stomach and jejunum, most likely in the absence of any systemic absorption.EliminationLubiprostone could not be detected in plasma; however, M3 has t ranging from 0.9 to 1.4 hours. After single oral dose of 72 mcg of H-labeled lubiprostone, 60% of total administered radioactivity was recovered in the urine within 24 hours and 30% of total administered radioactivity was recovered in the feces by 168 hours. Lubiprostone and M3 are only detected in trace amounts in human feces. 1/2 Food EffectA study was conducted with single 72-mcg dose of H-labeled lubiprostone to evaluate the potential of food effect on lubiprostone absorption, metabolism, and excretion. Pharmacokinetic parameters of total radioactivity demonstrated that decreased by 55% while AUC was unchanged when lubiprostone was administered with high-fat meal. The clinical relevance of the effect of food on the pharmacokinetics of lubiprostone is not clear. However, lubiprostone was administered with food and water in majority of clinical trials. max 0- Special PopulationsRenal ImpairmentSixteen subjects, 34-47 years old (8 severe renally impaired subjects [creatinine clearance (CrCl) 20 mL/min] who required hemodialysis and control subjects with normal renal function [CrCl 80 mL/min]), received single oral 24-mcg dose of Amitiza. Following administration, lubiprostone plasma concentrations were below the limit of quantitation (10 pg/mL). Plasma concentrations of M3 were within the range of exposure from previous clinical experience with Amitiza.Hepatic ImpairmentTwenty-five subjects, 38-78 years old (9 with severe hepatic impairment [Child-Pugh Class C], with moderate impairment [Child-Pugh Class B], and with normal liver function), received either 12 mcg or 24 mcg of Amitiza under fasting conditions. Following administration, lubiprostone plasma concentrations were below the limit of quantitation (10 pg/mL) except for two subjects. In moderately and severely impaired subjects, the and AUC of the active lubiprostone metabolite M3 were increased, as shown in Table 4. max 0-t Table 4: Pharmacokinetic Parameters of the Metabolite M3 for Subjects with Normal or Impaired Liver Function following Dosing withAmitizaLiver Function StatusMean (SD) AUC 0-t (pgohr/mL)% Change vs. NormalMean (SD)C max (pg/mL)% Change vs. NormalNormal (n=8)39.6 (18.7)n.a.37.5 (15.9)n.a.Child-Pugh Class (n=8)119 (104)+11970.9 (43.5)+66Child-Pugh Class (n=8)234 (61.6)+521114 (59.4)+183These results demonstrate that there is correlation between increased exposure of M3 and severity of hepatic impairment. see Use in Specific Populations )] 8.7.

CLINICAL STUDIES SECTION.

14 CLINICAL STUDIES. 14.1 Chronic Idiopathic Constipation. Two double-blinded, placebo-controlled studies of identical design were conducted in patients with chronic idiopathic constipation. Chronic idiopathic constipation was defined as, on average, less than spontaneous bowel movements (SBMs) per week (a SBM is bowel movement occurring in the absence of laxative use) along with one or more of the following symptoms of constipation for at least months prior to randomization: 1) very hard stools for at least quarter of all bowel movements; 2) sensation of incomplete evacuation following at least quarter of all bowel movements; and 3) straining with defecation at least quarter of the time.Following 2-week baseline/washout period, total of 479 patients (mean age 47.2 [range 20-81] years; 88.9% female; 80.8% Caucasian, 9.6% African American, 7.3% Hispanic, 1.5% Asian; 10.9% >= 65 years of age) were randomized and received Amitiza 24 mcg twice daily or placebo twice daily for weeks. The primary endpoint of the studies was SBM frequency. The studies demonstrated that patients treated with Amitiza had higher frequency of SBMs during Week than the placebo patients. In both studies, results similar to those in Week were also observed in Weeks 2, 3, and of therapy (Table 5).Table 5: Spontaneous Bowel Movement Frequency RatesFrequency rates are calculated as times (number of SBMs) (number of days observed for that week).(Efficacy Studies)TrialStudy ArmBaselineMean +- SDMedianWeek 1Mean +- SDMedianWeek 2Mean +- SDMedianWeek 3Mean +- SDMedianWeek 4Mean +- SDMedianWeek Changefrom BaselineMean +- SDMedianWeek Changefrom BaselineMean +- SDMedianPlacebo1.6 +- 1.3 1.5 3.5 +- 2.3 3.0 3.2 +- 2.5 3.0 2.8 +- 2.2 2.0 2.9 +- 2.4 2.3 1.9 +- 2.2 1.5 1.3 +- 2.5 1.0 Study 1Amitiza24 mcgTwice Daily1.4 +- 0.8 1.5 5.7 +- 4.4 5.0 5.1 +- 4.1 4.0 5.3 +- 4.9 5.0 5.3 +- 4.7 4.0 4.3 +- 4.3 3.5 3.9 +- 4.6 3.0 Placebo1.5 +- 0.8 1.5 4.0 +- 2.7 3.5 3.6 +- 2.7 3.0 3.4 +- 2.8 3.0 3.5 +- 2.9 3.0 2.5 +- 2.6 1.5 1.9 +- 2.7 1.5 Study 2Amitiza24 mcgTwice Daily1.3 +- 0.9 1.5 5.9 +- 4.0 5.0 5.0 +- 4.2 4.0 5.6 +- 4.6 5.0 5.4 +- 4.8 4.3 4.6 +- 4.1 3.8 4.1 +- 4.8 3.0 In both studies, Amitiza demonstrated increases in the percentage of patients who experienced SBMs within the first 24 hours after administration when compared to placebo (56.7% vs. 36.9% in Study and 62.9% vs. 31.9% in Study 2, respectively). Similarly, the time to first SBM was shorter for patients receiving Amitiza than for those receiving placebo.Signs and symptoms related to constipation, including abdominal bloating, abdominal discomfort, stool consistency, and straining, as well as constipation severity ratings, were also improved with Amitiza versus placebo. The results were consistent in subpopulation analyses for gender, race, and elderly patients (>= 65 years of age).During 7-week randomized withdrawal study, patients who received Amitiza during 4-week treatment period were then randomized to receive either placebo or to continue treatment with Amitiza. In Amitiza-treated patients randomized to placebo, SBM frequency rates returned toward baseline within week and did not result in worsening compared to baseline. Patients who continued on Amitiza maintained their response to therapy over the additional weeks of treatment.. 14.2 Opioid-induced Constipation. The efficacy of Amitiza in the treatment of opioid-induced constipation in patients receiving opioid therapy for chronic, non-cancer-related pain was assessed in three randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled studies. In Study 1, the median age was 52 years (range 20-82) and 63.1% were female. In Study 2, the median age was 50 years (range 21-77) and 64.4% were female. In Study 3, the median age was 50 years (range 21-89) and 60.1% were female. Patients had been receiving stable opioid therapy for at least 30 days prior to screening, which was to continue throughout the 12-week treatment period. At baseline, mean oral morphine equivalent daily doses (MEDDs) were 99 mg and 130 mg for placebo-treated and Amitiza-treated patients, respectively, in Study 1. Baseline mean MEDDs were 237 mg and 265 mg for placebo-treated and Amitiza-treated patients, respectively, in Study 2. In Study 3, baseline mean MEDDs were 330 mg and 373 mg for placebo-treated and Amitiza-treated patients, respectively. The Brief Pain Inventory-Short Form (BPI-SF) questionnaire was administered to patients at baseline and monthly during the treatment period to assess pain control. Patients had documented opioid-induced constipation at baseline, defined as having less than spontaneous bowel movements (SBMs) per week, with at least 25% of SBMs associated with one or more of the following conditions: (1) hard to very hard stool consistency; (2) moderate to very severe straining; and/or (3) having sensation of incomplete evacuation. Laxative use was discontinued at the beginning of the screening period and throughout the study. With the exception of the 48-hour period prior to first dose and for at least 72 hours (Study 1) or week (Study and Study 3) following first dose, use of rescue medication was allowed in cases where no bowel movement had occurred in 3-day period. Median weekly SBM frequencies at baseline were 1.5 for placebo patients and 1.0 for Amitiza patients in Study and, for both Study and Study 3, median weekly SBM frequencies at baseline were 1.5 for both treatment groups.In Study 1, patients receiving non-diphenylheptane (e.g., non-methadone) opioids (n 431) were randomized to receive placebo (n 217) or Amitiza 24 mcg twice daily (n 214) for 12 weeks. The primary efficacy analysis was comparison of the proportion of overall responders in each treatment arm. patient was considered an overall responder if >=1 SBM improvement over baseline were reported for all treatment weeks for which data were available >=3 SBMs/week were reported for at least of 12 treatment weeks. The proportion of patients in Study qualifying as an overall responder was 27.1% in the group receiving Amitiza 24 mcg twice daily compared to 18.9% of patients receiving placebo twice daily (treatment difference 8.2%; p-value 0.03). Examination of gender and race subgroups did not identify differences in response to Amitiza among these subgroups. There were too few elderly patients (>= 65 years of age) to adequately assess differences in effects in that population. and In Study 2, patients receiving opioids (N 418) were randomized to receive placebo (n 208) or Amitiza 24 mcg twice daily (n 210) for 12 weeks. Study did not exclude patients receiving diphenylheptane opioids (e.g., methadone). The primary efficacy endpoint was the mean change from baseline in SBM frequency at Week 8; 3.3 vs. 2.4 for Amitiza and placebo-treated patients, respectively; treatment difference 0.9; p-value 0.004. The proportion of patients in Study qualifying as an overall responder, as prespecified in Study 1, was 24.3% in the group receiving Amitiza compared to 15.4% of patients receiving placebo. In the subgroup of patients in Study taking diphenylheptane opioids (baseline mean [median] MEDDs of 691 [403] mg and 672 [450] mg for placebo and Amitiza patients, respectively), the proportion of patients qualifying as an overall responder was 20.5% (8/39) in the group receiving Amitiza compared to 6.3% (2/32) of patients receiving placebo. Examination of gender and race subgroups did not identify differences in response to Amitiza among these subgroups. There were too few elderly patients (>= 65 years of age) to adequately assess differences in effects in that population.In Study 3, patients receiving opioids (N 451) were randomized to placebo (n 216) or Amitiza 24 mcg twice daily (n 235) for 12 weeks. Study did not exclude patients receiving diphenylheptane opioids (e.g., methadone). The primary efficacy endpoint was the change from baseline in SBM frequency at Week 8. The study did not demonstrate statistically significant improvement in SBM frequency rates at Week (mean change from baseline of 2.7 vs. 2.5 for Amitiza and placebo-treated patients, respectively; treatment difference 0.2; p-value 0.76). The proportion of patients in Study qualifying as an overall responder, as prespecified in Study 1, was 15.3% in the patients receiving Amitiza compared to 13.0% of patients receiving placebo. In the subgroup of patients in Study taking diphenylheptane opioids (baseline mean [median] MEDDs of 730 [518] mg and 992 [480] mg for placebo and Amitiza patients, respectively), the proportion of patients qualifying as an overall responder was 2.1% (1/47) in the group receiving Amitiza compared to 12.2% (5/41) of patients receiving placebo.. 14.3 Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation. Two double-blinded, placebo-controlled studies of similar design were conducted in patients with IBS-C. IBS was defined as abdominal pain or discomfort occurring over at least months with two or more of the following: 1) relieved with defecation; 2) onset associated with change in stool frequency; and 3) onset associated with change in stool form. Patients were sub-typed as having IBS-C if they also experienced two of three of the following: 1) 3 spontaneous bowel movements (SBMs) per week, 2) 25% hard stools, and 3) 25% SBMs associated with straining.Following 4-week baseline/washout period, total of 1154 patients (mean age 46.6 [range 18-85] years; 91.6% female; 77.4% Caucasian, 13.2% African American, 8.5% Hispanic, 0.4% Asian; 8.3% >= 65 years of age) were randomized and received Amitiza mcg twice daily (16 mcg/day) or placebo twice daily for 12 weeks. The primary efficacy endpoint was assessed weekly utilizing the patients response to global symptom relief question based on 7-point, balanced scale (significantly worse to significantly relieved): How would you rate your relief of IBS symptoms (abdominal discomfort/pain, bowel habits, and other IBS symptoms) over the past week compared to how you felt before you entered the studyThe primary efficacy analysis was comparison of the proportion of overall responders in each arm. patient was considered an overall responder if the criteria for being designated monthly responder were met in at least of the months on study. monthly responder was defined as patient who had reported significantly relieved for at least weeks of the month or at least moderately relieved in all weeks of that month. During each monthly evaluation period, patients reporting moderately worse or significantly worse relief, an increase in rescue medication use, or those who discontinued due to lack of efficacy, were deemed non-responders.The percentage of patients in Study qualifying as an overall responder was 13.8% in the group receiving Amitiza mcg twice daily compared to 7.8% of patients receiving placebo twice daily. In Study 2, 12.1% of patients in the Amitiza mcg group were overall responders versus 5.7% of patients in the placebo group. In both studies, the treatment differences between the placebo and Amitiza groups were statistically significant.The two randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blinded studies comprised 97 (8.4%) male patients, which is insufficient to determine whether men with IBS-C respond differently to Amitiza from women. Results in men: During 4-week randomized withdrawal period following Study 1, patients who received Amitiza during the 12-week treatment period were re-randomized to receive either placebo or to continue treatment with Amitiza. In Amitiza-treated patients who were overall responders during Study and who were re-randomized to placebo, SBM frequency rates did not result in worsening compared to baseline.

CONTRAINDICATIONS SECTION.

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS. Amitiza is contraindicated in patients with known or suspected mechanical gastrointestinal obstruction.. Amitiza is contraindicated in patients with known or suspected mechanical gastrointestinal obstruction. (4) Amitiza is contraindicated in patients with known or suspected mechanical gastrointestinal obstruction. (4).

DESCRIPTION SECTION.

11 DESCRIPTION. Amitiza (lubiprostone) is chloride channel activator for oral use.The chemical name for lubiprostone is (-)-7-[(2 ,4a ,5 ,7a )-2-(1,1-difluoropentyl)-2-hydroxy-6-oxooctahydrocyclopenta[ ]pyran-5-yl]heptanoic acid. The molecular formula of lubiprostone is H O with molecular weight of 390.46 and chemical structure as follows: R R 20 32 5 Lubiprostone drug substance occurs as white, odorless crystals or crystalline powder, is very soluble in ether and ethanol, and is practically insoluble in hexane and water. Amitiza is available as an imprinted, oval, soft gelatin capsule in two strengths. Pink capsules contain mcg of lubiprostone and the following inactive ingredients: medium-chain triglycerides, gelatin, sorbitol, ferric oxide, titanium dioxide, and purified water. Orange capsules contain 24 mcg of lubiprostone and the following inactive ingredients: medium-chain triglycerides, gelatin, sorbitol, FD&C Red 40, D&C Yellow 10, and purified water.. Chemical Structure.

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION.

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION. Take Amitiza orally with food and water. Swallow capsules whole and do not break apart or chew. Physicians and patients should periodically assess the need for continued therapy.. Capsules should be swallowed whole and should not be broken apart or chewed ) Chronic Idiopathic Constipation andOpioid-induced Constipation24 mcg taken twice daily orally with food and water (2.1) Reduce the dosage in patients with moderate and severe hepatic impairment ) 2.1 Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation8 mcg taken twice daily orally with food and water (2.2) Reduce the dosage in patients with severe hepatic impairment ) 2.2 24 mcg taken twice daily orally with food and water (2.1) 8 mcg taken twice daily orally with food and water (2.2) 2.1 Chronic Idiopathic Constipation and Opioid-induced Constipation. The recommended dose is 24 mcg twice daily orally with food and water.Dosage in patients with hepatic impairmentFor patients with moderately impaired hepatic function (Child-Pugh Class B), the recommended starting dose is 16 mcg twice daily. For patients with severely impaired hepatic function (Child-Pugh Class C), the recommended starting dose is mcg twice daily. If this dose is tolerated and an adequate response has not been obtained after an appropriate interval, doses can then be escalated to full dosing with appropriate monitoring of patient response and [see Use in Specific Populations ) 8.7 Clinical Pharmacology )] 12.3 2.2 Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation. The recommended dose is mcg twice daily orally with food and water.Dosage in patients with hepatic impairmentFor patients with severely impaired hepatic function (Child-Pugh Class C), the recommended starting dose is mcg once daily. If this dose is tolerated and an adequate response has not been obtained after an appropriate interval, doses can then be escalated to full dosing with appropriate monitoring of patient response. Dosage adjustment is not required for patients with moderately impaired hepatic function (Child-Pugh Class B) [see Use in Specific Populations ) and Clinical Pharmacology )] 8.7 12.3.

DOSAGE FORMS & STRENGTHS SECTION.

3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS. Amitiza is available as an oval, gelatin capsule containing mcg or 24 mcg of lubiprostone.8 mcg capsules are pink and are printed with SPI on one side 24 mcg capsules are orange and are printed with SPI on one side . mcg capsules are pink and are printed with SPI on one side . 24 mcg capsules are orange and are printed with SPI on one side . Capsules: mcg and 24 mcg (3) Capsules: mcg and 24 mcg (3).

DRUG INTERACTIONS SECTION.

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS. No drug-drug interaction studies have been performed with Amitiza. in vivo Based upon the results of human microsome studies, there is low likelihood of pharmacokinetic drug-drug interactions. studies using human liver microsomes indicate that cytochrome P450 isoenzymes are not involved in the metabolism of lubiprostone. Further studies indicate microsomal carbonyl reductase may be involved in the extensive biotransformation of lubiprostone to the metabolite M3 [see ]. Additionally, studies in human liver microsomes demonstrate that lubiprostone does not inhibit cytochrome P450 isoforms 3A4, 2D6, 1A2, 2A6, 2B6, 2C9, 2C19, or 2E1, and studies of primary cultures of human hepatocytes show no induction of cytochrome P450 isoforms 1A2, 2B6, 2C9, and 3A4 by lubiprostone. Based on the available information, no protein binding-mediated drug interactions of clinical significance are anticipated. in vitro In vitro in vitro Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) in vitro in vitro Interaction potential with diphenylheptane opioids (e.g. methadone): Non-clinical studies have shown opioids of the diphenylheptane chemical class (e.g., methadone) to dose-dependently reduce the activation of ClC-2 by lubiprostone in the gastrointestinal tract. There is possibility of dose-dependent decrease in the efficacy of Amitiza in patients using diphenylheptane opioids.. Concomitant use of diphenylheptane opioids (e.g., methadone) may interfere with the efficacy of Amitiza ) 7 Concomitant use of diphenylheptane opioids (e.g., methadone) may interfere with the efficacy of Amitiza ) 7.

GERIATRIC USE SECTION.

8.5 Geriatric Use. Chronic Idiopathic ConstipationThe efficacy of Amitiza in the elderly (>= 65 years of age) subpopulation was consistent with the efficacy in the overall study population. Of the total number of constipated patients treated in the dose-finding, efficacy, and long-term studies of Amitiza, 15.5% were >= 65 years of age, and 4.2% were >= 75 years of age. Elderly patients taking Amitiza 24 mcg twice daily experienced lower rate of associated nausea compared to the overall study population taking Amitiza (19% vs. 29%, respectively).Opioid-induced ConstipationThe safety profile of Amitiza in the elderly (>= 65 years of age) subpopulation (8.8% were >= 65 years of age and 1.6% were >= 75 years of age) was consistent with the safety profile in the overall study population. Clinical studies of Amitiza did not include sufficient numbers of patients aged 65 years and over to determine whether they respond differently from younger patients.Irritable Bowel Syndrome with ConstipationThe safety profile of Amitiza in the elderly (>= 65 years of age) subpopulation (8.0% were >= 65 years of age and 1.8% were >= 75 years of age) was consistent with the safety profile in the overall study population. Clinical studies of Amitiza did not include sufficient numbers of patients aged 65 years and over to determine whether they respond differently from younger patients.

HOW SUPPLIED SECTION.

16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING. NDC:68151-5003-6 in PACKAGE of CAPSULE, GELATIN COATEDS.

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION.

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE. Amitiza is chloride channel activator indicated for:Treatment of chronic idiopathic constipation in adults (1.1) Treatment of opioid-induced constipation in adults with chronic, non-cancer pain ) 1.2 Treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with constipation in women >= 18 years old (1.3) Limitations of Use:Effectiveness of Amitiza in the treatment of opioid-induced constipation in patients taking diphenylheptane opioids (e.g., methadone) has not been established ) ) 14.2 Treatment of chronic idiopathic constipation in adults (1.1) Treatment of opioid-induced constipation in adults with chronic, non-cancer pain ) 1.2 Treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with constipation in women >= 18 years old (1.3) Effectiveness of Amitiza in the treatment of opioid-induced constipation in patients taking diphenylheptane opioids (e.g., methadone) has not been established ) ) 14.2 1.1 Chronic Idiopathic Constipation. Amitiza is indicated for the treatment of chronic idiopathic constipation in adults. (R) 1.2 Opioid-induced Constipation. Amitizais indicated for the treatment ofopioid-induced constipation (OIC) in adults with chronic non-cancer pain.Limitations of Use:oEffectiveness ofAmitizain the treatment ofopioid-induced constipation in patients takingdiphenylheptaneopioids(e.g., methadone) has not been established. [see Clinical Studies )] 14.2 oEffectiveness ofAmitizain the treatment ofopioid-induced constipation in patients takingdiphenylheptaneopioids(e.g., methadone) has not been established. [see Clinical Studies )] 14.2 1.3 Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation. Amitiza is indicated for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) in women >= 18 years old.

INFORMATION FOR PATIENTS SECTION.

17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION. Physicians and patients should periodically assess the need for continued therapy.. 17.1 Nausea, Dyspnea or Diarrhea. Instruct patients to take Amitiza twice daily with food and water to reduce the occurrence of nausea. Patients taking Amitiza may experience dyspnea within an hour of the first dose. Dyspnea generally resolves within hours, but may recur with repeat dosing. Patients on treatment who experience severe nausea, dyspnea, or diarrhea should notify their physician.. 17.2 Nursing Mothers. Advise lactating women to monitor their human milk-fed infants for diarrhea while taking Amitiza [see ]. Use in Specific Populations ) 8.3 Marketed by:Sucampo Pharma Americas, LLC Bethesda, MD 20814 andTakeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. Deerfield, IL 60015 Amitiza is registered trademark of Sucampo AG. (R).

MECHANISM OF ACTION SECTION.

12.1 Mechanism of Action. Lubiprostone is locally acting chloride channel activator that enhances chloride-rich intestinal fluid secretion without altering sodium and potassium concentrations in the serum. Lubiprostone acts by specifically activating ClC-2, which is normal constituent of the apical membrane of the human intestine, in protein kinase A-independent fashion.By increasing intestinal fluid secretion, lubiprostone increases motility in the intestine, thereby facilitating the passage of stool and alleviating symptoms associated with chronic idiopathic constipation. Patch clamp cell studies in human cell lines have indicated that the majority of the beneficial biological activity of lubiprostone and its metabolites is observed only on the apical (luminal) portion of the gastrointestinal epithelium.Lubiprostone, via activation of apical ClC-2 channels in intestinal epithelial cells, bypasses the antisecretory action of opiates that results from suppression of secretomotor neuron excitability.Activation of ClC-2 by lubiprostone has also been shown to stimulate recovery of mucosal barrier function and reduce intestinal permeability via the restoration of tight junction protein complexes in studies of ischemic porcine intestine. ex vivo.

NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY SECTION.

13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY. 13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility. CarcinogenesisTwo 2-year oral (gavage) carcinogenicity studies (one in Crl:B6C3F1 mice and one in Sprague-Dawley rats) were conducted with lubiprostone. In the 2-year carcinogenicity study in mice, lubiprostone doses of 25, 75, 200, and 500 mcg/kg/day (approximately 2, 6, 17, and 42 times the highest recommended human dose, respectively, based on body surface area) were used. In the 2-year rat carcinogenicity study, lubiprostone doses of 20, 100, and 400 mcg/kg/day (approximately 3, 17, and 68 times the highest recommended human dose, respectively, based on body surface area) were used. In the mouse carcinogenicity study, there was no significant increase in any tumor incidences. There was significant increase in the incidence of interstitial cell adenoma of the testes in male rats at the 400 mcg/kg/day dose. In female rats, treatment with lubiprostone produced hepatocellular adenoma at the 400 mcg/kg/day dose.MutagenesisLubiprostone was not genotoxic in the Ames reverse mutation assay, the mouse lymphoma (L5178Y TK forward mutation assay, the Chinese hamster lung (CHL/IU) chromosomal aberration assay, and the mouse bone marrow micronucleus assay. in vitro in vitro +/- in vitro in vivo Impairment of FertilityLubiprostone, at oral doses of up to 1000 mcg/kg/day, had no effect on the fertility and reproductive function of male and female rats. However, the number of implantation sites and live embryos were significantly reduced in rats at the 1000 mcg/kg/day dose as compared to control. The number of dead or resorbed embryos in the 1000 mcg/kg/day group was higher compared to the control group, but was not statistically significant. The 1000 mcg/kg/day dose in rats is approximately 169 times the highest recommended human dose of 48 mcg/day, based on body surface area.

NURSING MOTHERS SECTION.

8.3 Nursing Mothers. It is not known whether lubiprostone is excreted in human milk. In rats, neither lubiprostone nor its active metabolites were detectable in breast milk following oral administration of lubiprostone. Because lubiprostone increases fluid secretion in the intestine and intestinal motility, human milk-fed infants should be monitored for diarrhea. Caution should be exercised when Amitiza is administered to nursing woman.

OVERDOSAGE SECTION.

10 OVERDOSAGE. There have been two confirmed reports of overdosage with Amitiza. The first report involved 3-year-old child who accidentally ingested or capsules of 24 mcg of Amitiza and fully recovered. The second report was study patient who self-administered total of 96 mcg of Amitiza per day for days. The patient experienced no adverse reactions during this time. Additionally, in Phase cardiac repolarization study, 38 of 51 healthy volunteers given single oral dose of 144 mcg of Amitiza (6 times the highest recommended dose) experienced an adverse event that was at least possibly related to the study drug. Adverse reactions that occurred in at least 1% of these volunteers included the following: nausea (45%), diarrhea (35%), vomiting (27%), dizziness (14%), headache (12%), abdominal pain (8%), flushing/hot flash (8%), retching (8%), dyspnea (4%), pallor (4%), stomach discomfort (4%), anorexia (2%), asthenia (2%), chest discomfort (2%), dry mouth (2%), hyperhidrosis (2%), and syncope (2%).

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL.

Lubiprostone 24 mcg capsule. Label Image.

PEDIATRIC USE SECTION.

8.4 Pediatric Use. Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.

PHARMACODYNAMICS SECTION.

12.2 Pharmacodynamics. Although the pharmacologic effects of lubiprostone in humans have not been fully evaluated, animal studies have shown that oral administration of lubiprostone increases chloride ion transport into the intestinal lumen, enhances fluid secretion into the bowels, and improves fecal transit.

PHARMACOKINETICS SECTION.

12.3 Pharmacokinetics. Lubiprostone has low systemic availability following oral administration and concentrations of lubiprostone in plasma are below the level of quantitation (10 pg/mL). Therefore, standard pharmacokinetic parameters such as area under the curve (AUC), maximum concentration (C ), and half-life (t cannot be reliably calculated. However, the pharmacokinetic parameters of M3 (only measurable active metabolite of lubiprostone) have been characterized. Gender has no effect on the pharmacokinetics of M3 following the oral administration of lubiprostone. max 1/2 AbsorptionConcentrations of lubiprostone in plasma are below the level of quantitation (10 pg/mL) because lubiprostone has low systemic availability following oral administration. Peak plasma levels of M3, after single oral dose with 24 mcg of lubiprostone, occurred at approximately 1.10 hours. The was 41.5 pg/mL and the mean AUC was 57.1 pghr/mL. The AUC of M3 increases dose proportionally after single 24-mcg and 144-mcg doses of lubiprostone. max 0-t 0-t Distributionprotein binding studies indicate lubiprostone is approximately 94% bound to human plasma proteins. Studies in rats given radiolabeled lubiprostone indicate minimal distribution beyond the gastrointestinal tissues. Concentrations of radiolabeled lubiprostone at 48 hours post-administration were minimal in all tissues of the rats. In vitro MetabolismThe results of both human and animal studies indicate that lubiprostone is rapidly and extensively metabolized by 15-position reduction, -chain -oxidation, and -chain -oxidation. These biotransformations are not mediated by the hepatic cytochrome P450 system but rather appear to be mediated by the ubiquitously expressed carbonyl reductase. M3, metabolite of lubiprostone found in both humans and animals, is formed by the reduction of the carbonyl group at the 15-hydroxy moiety that consists of both -hydroxy and -hydroxy epimers. M3 makes up less than 10% of the dose of radiolabeled lubiprostone. Animal studies have shown that metabolism of lubiprostone rapidly occurs within the stomach and jejunum, most likely in the absence of any systemic absorption.EliminationLubiprostone could not be detected in plasma; however, M3 has t ranging from 0.9 to 1.4 hours. After single oral dose of 72 mcg of H-labeled lubiprostone, 60% of total administered radioactivity was recovered in the urine within 24 hours and 30% of total administered radioactivity was recovered in the feces by 168 hours. Lubiprostone and M3 are only detected in trace amounts in human feces. 1/2 Food EffectA study was conducted with single 72-mcg dose of H-labeled lubiprostone to evaluate the potential of food effect on lubiprostone absorption, metabolism, and excretion. Pharmacokinetic parameters of total radioactivity demonstrated that decreased by 55% while AUC was unchanged when lubiprostone was administered with high-fat meal. The clinical relevance of the effect of food on the pharmacokinetics of lubiprostone is not clear. However, lubiprostone was administered with food and water in majority of clinical trials. max 0- Special PopulationsRenal ImpairmentSixteen subjects, 34-47 years old (8 severe renally impaired subjects [creatinine clearance (CrCl) 20 mL/min] who required hemodialysis and control subjects with normal renal function [CrCl 80 mL/min]), received single oral 24-mcg dose of Amitiza. Following administration, lubiprostone plasma concentrations were below the limit of quantitation (10 pg/mL). Plasma concentrations of M3 were within the range of exposure from previous clinical experience with Amitiza.Hepatic ImpairmentTwenty-five subjects, 38-78 years old (9 with severe hepatic impairment [Child-Pugh Class C], with moderate impairment [Child-Pugh Class B], and with normal liver function), received either 12 mcg or 24 mcg of Amitiza under fasting conditions. Following administration, lubiprostone plasma concentrations were below the limit of quantitation (10 pg/mL) except for two subjects. In moderately and severely impaired subjects, the and AUC of the active lubiprostone metabolite M3 were increased, as shown in Table 4. max 0-t Table 4: Pharmacokinetic Parameters of the Metabolite M3 for Subjects with Normal or Impaired Liver Function following Dosing withAmitizaLiver Function StatusMean (SD) AUC 0-t (pgohr/mL)% Change vs. NormalMean (SD)C max (pg/mL)% Change vs. NormalNormal (n=8)39.6 (18.7)n.a.37.5 (15.9)n.a.Child-Pugh Class (n=8)119 (104)+11970.9 (43.5)+66Child-Pugh Class (n=8)234 (61.6)+521114 (59.4)+183These results demonstrate that there is correlation between increased exposure of M3 and severity of hepatic impairment. see Use in Specific Populations )] 8.7.

PREGNANCY SECTION.

8.1 Pregnancy. Pregnancy Category C.Risk SummaryThere are no adequate and well-controlled studies with Amitiza in pregnant women. dose dependent increase in fetal loss was observed in pregnant guinea pigs that received lubiprostone doses equivalent to 0.2 to times the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) based on body surface area (mg/m ). Animal studies did not show an increase in structural malformations. Amitiza should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. Clinical ConsiderationsCurrent available data suggest that miscarriage occurs in 15-18% of clinically recognized pregnancies, regardless of any drug exposure. Consider the risks and benefits of available therapies when treating pregnant woman for chronic idiopathic constipation, opioid-induced constipation or irritable bowel syndrome with constipation.Animal DataIn developmental toxicity studies, pregnant rats and rabbits received oral lubiprostone during organogenesis at doses up to approximately 338 times (rats) and approximately 34 times (rabbits) the maximum recommended human dose (MHRD) based on body surface area (mg/m ). Maximal animal doses were 2000 mcg/kg/day (rats) and 100 mcg/kg/day (rabbits). In rats, there were increased incidences of early resorptions and soft tissue malformations cleft palate) at the 2000 mcg/kg/day dose; however, these effects were probably secondary to maternal toxicity. dose-dependent increase in fetal loss occurred when guinea pigs received lubiprostone after the period of organogenesis, on days 40 to 53 of gestation, at daily oral doses of 1, 10, and 25 mcg/kg/day (approximately 0.2, and times the MRHD based on body surface area (mg/m )). The potential of lubiprostone to cause fetal loss was also examined in pregnant Rhesus monkeys. Monkeys received lubiprostone post-organogenesis on gestation days 110 through 130 at daily oral doses of 10 and 30 mcg/kg/day (approximately and 10 times the MHRD based on body surface area (mg/m )). Fetal loss was noted in one monkey from the 10-mcg/kg dose group, which is within normal historical rates for this species. There was no drug-related adverse effect seen in monkeys. situs inversus 2.

RECENT MAJOR CHANGES SECTION.

Indications and Usage ) 1.2 04/2013Dosage and Administration ) 2.1 04/2013Warnings and Precautions, Pregnancy ) 5.1 removed 11/2012.

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION.

1.1 Chronic Idiopathic Constipation. Amitiza is indicated for the treatment of chronic idiopathic constipation in adults. (R).

USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS SECTION.

8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS. Pregnancy: Based on animal data, may cause fetal harm (8.1) Nursing Mothers: Caution should be exercised when administering to nursing woman (8.3) Pregnancy: Based on animal data, may cause fetal harm (8.1) Nursing Mothers: Caution should be exercised when administering to nursing woman (8.3) 8.1 Pregnancy. Pregnancy Category C.Risk SummaryThere are no adequate and well-controlled studies with Amitiza in pregnant women. dose dependent increase in fetal loss was observed in pregnant guinea pigs that received lubiprostone doses equivalent to 0.2 to times the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) based on body surface area (mg/m ). Animal studies did not show an increase in structural malformations. Amitiza should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. Clinical ConsiderationsCurrent available data suggest that miscarriage occurs in 15-18% of clinically recognized pregnancies, regardless of any drug exposure. Consider the risks and benefits of available therapies when treating pregnant woman for chronic idiopathic constipation, opioid-induced constipation or irritable bowel syndrome with constipation.Animal DataIn developmental toxicity studies, pregnant rats and rabbits received oral lubiprostone during organogenesis at doses up to approximately 338 times (rats) and approximately 34 times (rabbits) the maximum recommended human dose (MHRD) based on body surface area (mg/m ). Maximal animal doses were 2000 mcg/kg/day (rats) and 100 mcg/kg/day (rabbits). In rats, there were increased incidences of early resorptions and soft tissue malformations cleft palate) at the 2000 mcg/kg/day dose; however, these effects were probably secondary to maternal toxicity. dose-dependent increase in fetal loss occurred when guinea pigs received lubiprostone after the period of organogenesis, on days 40 to 53 of gestation, at daily oral doses of 1, 10, and 25 mcg/kg/day (approximately 0.2, and times the MRHD based on body surface area (mg/m )). The potential of lubiprostone to cause fetal loss was also examined in pregnant Rhesus monkeys. Monkeys received lubiprostone post-organogenesis on gestation days 110 through 130 at daily oral doses of 10 and 30 mcg/kg/day (approximately and 10 times the MHRD based on body surface area (mg/m )). Fetal loss was noted in one monkey from the 10-mcg/kg dose group, which is within normal historical rates for this species. There was no drug-related adverse effect seen in monkeys. situs inversus 2 . 8.3 Nursing Mothers. It is not known whether lubiprostone is excreted in human milk. In rats, neither lubiprostone nor its active metabolites were detectable in breast milk following oral administration of lubiprostone. Because lubiprostone increases fluid secretion in the intestine and intestinal motility, human milk-fed infants should be monitored for diarrhea. Caution should be exercised when Amitiza is administered to nursing woman.. 8.4 Pediatric Use. Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.. 8.5 Geriatric Use. Chronic Idiopathic ConstipationThe efficacy of Amitiza in the elderly (>= 65 years of age) subpopulation was consistent with the efficacy in the overall study population. Of the total number of constipated patients treated in the dose-finding, efficacy, and long-term studies of Amitiza, 15.5% were >= 65 years of age, and 4.2% were >= 75 years of age. Elderly patients taking Amitiza 24 mcg twice daily experienced lower rate of associated nausea compared to the overall study population taking Amitiza (19% vs. 29%, respectively).Opioid-induced ConstipationThe safety profile of Amitiza in the elderly (>= 65 years of age) subpopulation (8.8% were >= 65 years of age and 1.6% were >= 75 years of age) was consistent with the safety profile in the overall study population. Clinical studies of Amitiza did not include sufficient numbers of patients aged 65 years and over to determine whether they respond differently from younger patients.Irritable Bowel Syndrome with ConstipationThe safety profile of Amitiza in the elderly (>= 65 years of age) subpopulation (8.0% were >= 65 years of age and 1.8% were >= 75 years of age) was consistent with the safety profile in the overall study population. Clinical studies of Amitiza did not include sufficient numbers of patients aged 65 years and over to determine whether they respond differently from younger patients.. 8.6 Renal Impairment. No dosage adjustment is required in patients with renal impairment [see ]. Clinical Pharmacology ) 12.3 8.7 Hepatic Impairment. Patients with moderate hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class B) and severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class C) experienced markedly higher systemic exposure of lubiprostone active metabolite M3, when compared to normal subjects [see ]. Clinical safety results demonstrated an increased incidence and severity of adverse events in subjects with greater severity of hepatic impairment. Clinical Pharmacology ) 12.3 In case of chronic idiopathic constipation or opioid-induced constipation indications, the starting dosage of Amitiza should be reduced in patients with moderate hepatic impairment. The starting dose of Amitiza should be reduced in all patients with severe hepatic impairment, regardless of the indication [see ]. No dosing adjustment is required in patients with mild hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class A). Dosage and Administration , 2.1 2.2.

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS SECTION.

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS. Patients may experience nausea; concomitant administration of food may reduce this symptom (5.1) Do not prescribe for patients that have severe diarrhea (5.2) Patients taking Amitiza may experience dyspnea within an hour of first dose. This symptom generally resolves within hours, but may recur with repeat dosing (5.3) Evaluate patients with symptoms suggestive of mechanical gastrointestinal obstruction prior to initiating treatment with Amitiza (5.4) Patients may experience nausea; concomitant administration of food may reduce this symptom (5.1) Do not prescribe for patients that have severe diarrhea (5.2) Patients taking Amitiza may experience dyspnea within an hour of first dose. This symptom generally resolves within hours, but may recur with repeat dosing (5.3) Evaluate patients with symptoms suggestive of mechanical gastrointestinal obstruction prior to initiating treatment with Amitiza (5.4) 5.1 Nausea. Patients taking Amitiza may experience nausea. Concomitant administration of food with Amitiza may reduce symptoms of nausea [see ]. Adverse Reactions ) 6.1 5.2 Diarrhea. Amitiza should not be prescribed to patients that have severe diarrhea. Patients should be aware of the possible occurrence of diarrhea during treatment. Patients should be instructed to discontinue Amitiza and inform their physician if severe diarrhea occurs [see ]. Adverse Reactions ) 6.1 5.3 Dyspnea. In clinical trials, dyspnea was reported by 3%, 1%, and 1% of the treated CIC, OIC, and IBS-C populations receiving Amitiza, respectively, compared to 0%, 1%, and 1% of placebo-treated patients. There have been postmarketing reports of dyspnea when using Amitiza 24 mcg twice daily. Some patients have discontinued treatment because of dyspnea. These events have usually been described as sensation of chest tightness and difficulty taking in breath, and generally have an acute onset within 30-60 minutes after taking the first dose. They generally resolve within few hours after taking the dose, but recurrence has been frequently reported with subsequent doses.. 5.4 Bowel Obstruction. In patients with symptoms suggestive of mechanical gastrointestinal obstruction, perform thorough evaluation to confirm the absence of an obstruction prior to initiating therapy with Amitiza.