Oriahnn Elagolix and Estradiol and Norethisterone Kit
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Elagolix is used to manage pain due to endometriosis (a condition in which the type of tissue that lines the uterus [womb] grows in other areas of the body and causes infertility, pain before and during menstrual periods, pain during and after sexual activity, and heavy or irregular bleeding). Elagolix is in a class of medications called gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) receptor antagonists. It works by decreasing the amount of certain hormones in the body.
Read the full MedlinePlus article ↗- Oriahnn works by dialing down the hormonal signals that feed fibroid activity, which reduces the heavy bleeding fibroids cause. For many women it significantly lightens periods, an...
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| Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly | Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs. | |
| Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo | No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data. | |
| Medicare drug plans payPart D · Q2 2026 | $21.81 | — |
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| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| Oriahnnthis 00074-1017-14 | AbbVie | 7 capsules | — | — | FDA listed | — |
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Built from the FDA Orange Book. The bars above are scaled to each protection’s expiry; the red LOE marker is the last one to lapse.
| Patent | Type | Use code | Expires |
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| US 11459305 ↗ | Method of use | U-2842 | Nov 7, 2028 |
| US 12083227 ↗ | Method of use | U-2842 | Aug 20, 2038 |
| US 10881659 ↗ | Method of use | U-2842 | Mar 14, 2034 |
| US 11045470 ↗ | Method of use | U-2842 | Mar 14, 2034 |
| US 11690845 ↗ | Method of use | U-3655 | Aug 27, 2040 |
| US 7419983 ↗ | Drug substance | — | Jul 6, 2029 |
| US 11542239 ↗ | Drug substance | — | Jul 23, 2039 |
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| Package NDC | Description | Per unit | Per pack | Marketing start | Status |
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| 00074-1017-14 You're viewing this | 1 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (0074-1017-14) / 1 KIT in 1 BLISTER PACK * 7 CAPSULE in 1 BLISTER PACK * 7 CAPSULE in 1 BLISTER PACK | — | — | 2020-09-24 | Active |
| 00074-1017-56 | 4 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (0074-1017-56) / 1 KIT in 1 BLISTER PACK * 7 CAPSULE in 1 BLISTER PACK * 7 CAPSULE in 1 BLISTER PACK | $21.99 / ea | — | 2020-05-29 | Active |
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📄 Full prescribing information FDA SPL
🚨 Boxed Warning ▾
WARNING: THROMBOEMBOLIC DISORDERS AND VASCULAR EVENTS Estrogen and progestin combinations, including ORIAHNN, increase the risk of thrombotic or thromboembolic disorders including pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis, stroke and myocardial infarction, especially in women at increased risk for these events [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . ORIAHNN is contraindicated in women with current or a history of thrombotic or thromboembolic disorders and in women at increased risk for these events, including women over 35 years of age who smoke and women with uncontrolled hypertension [see Contraindications ( 4 )] .
WARNING: THROMBOEMBOLIC DISORDERS AND VASCULAR EVENTS See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. Estrogen and progestin combinations, including ORIAHNN, increase the risk of thrombotic or thromboembolic disorders, especially in women at increased risk for these events. ( 5.1 ) ORIAHNN is contraindicated in women with current or a history of thrombotic or thromboembolic disorders and in women at increased risk for these events including women over 35 years of age who smoke or women with uncontrolled hypertension.
( 4 )
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ORIAHNN is indicated for the management of heavy menstrual bleeding associated with uterine leiomyomas (fibroids) in premenopausal women. Limitation of Use: Use of ORIAHNN should be limited to 24 months due to the risk of continued bone loss, which may not be reversible [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.1 ) and Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) ] . ORIAHNN is a combination of elagolix, a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) receptor antagonist, estradiol, an estrogen, and norethindrone acetate, a progestin, indicated for the management of heavy menstrual bleeding associated with uterine leiomyomas (fibroids) in premenopausal women.
( 1 ) Limitation of Use: Use of ORIAHNN should be limited to 24 months due to the risk of continued bone loss, which may not be reversible. ( 1 )
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION One capsule (elagolix 300 mg, estradiol 1 mg, norethindrone acetate 0.5 mg) in the morning and one capsule (elagolix 300 mg) in the evening for up to 24 months. ( 2.1 )
2.1Important Dosing Information Exclude pregnancy before starting ORIAHNN or start ORIAHNN within 7 days from the onset of menses [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.1 ) and ( 8.3 ) ] . The recommended dosage of ORIAHNN is: ○ One elagolix 300 mg, estradiol 1 mg, and norethindrone acetate 0.5 mg capsule in the morning (AM), and ○ One elagolix 300 mg capsule in the evening (PM). Take the morning and evening capsules at approximately the same time each day, with or without food.
The recommended duration of treatment with ORIAHNN is 24 months [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) ] .
2.2Missed Dose Instruct the patient to take the missed dose of ORIAHNN within 4 hours of the time that it was supposed to be taken and then the next dose at the usual time. If more than 4 hours have passed since a capsule is usually taken, instruct the patient not to take the missed dose and take the next dose at the usual time. Take only one morning capsule and one evening capsule per day.
💊 Dosage Forms and Strengths ▾
3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS ORIAHNN consists of two capsules: The morning (AM) capsule is white and yellow, printed with “EL300 AM” containing 300 mg elagolix, 1 mg estradiol, and 0.5 mg norethindrone acetate. The evening (PM) capsule is white and light blue, printed with “EL300 PM” containing 300 mg elagolix. Morning (AM) capsule: elagolix 300 mg, estradiol 1 mg, norethindrone acetate 0.5 mg. ( 3 ) Evening (PM) capsule: elagolix 300 mg. ( 3 )
⛔ Contraindications ▾
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS ORIAHNN is contraindicated in women: With a high risk of arterial, venous thrombotic, or thromboembolic disorders [see Boxed Warning and Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ] . Examples include women over 35 years of age who smoke, and women who are known to have: ○ current or history of deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism ○ vascular disease (e.g., cerebrovascular disease, coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease) ○ thrombogenic valvular or thrombogenic rhythm diseases of the heart (for example, subacute bacterial endocarditis with valvular disease, or atrial fibrillation) ○ inherited or acquired hypercoagulopathies ○ uncontrolled hypertension ○ headaches with focal neurological symptoms or have migraine headaches with aura if over age 35 Who are pregnant.
Exposure to ORIAHNN early in pregnancy may increase the risk of early pregnancy loss [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.1 ) ] . With known osteoporosis because of the risk of further bone loss [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) ] . With current or history of breast cancer or other hormonally-sensitive malignancies, and with increased risk for hormonally-sensitive malignancies [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 ) ] .
With known hepatic impairment or disease [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 ) ] . With undiagnosed abnormal uterine bleeding. With known anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, or hypersensitivity to ORIAHNN or any of its components.
Taking inhibitors of organic anion transporting polypeptide (OATP)1B1 (a hepatic uptake transporter) that are known or expected to significantly increase elagolix plasma concentrations [see Drug Interactions ( 7.2 ) ] . High risk of arterial, venous thrombotic, or thromboembolic disorder. ( 4 ) Pregnancy.
( 4 ) Known osteoporosis. ( 4 ) Current or history of breast cancer or other hormonally-sensitive malignancies. ( 4 ) Known liver impairment or disease.
( 4 ) Undiagnosed abnormal uterine bleeding. ( 4 ) Known hypersensitivity to ingredients of ORIAHNN. ( 4 ) Organic anion transporting polypeptide (OATP)1B1 inhibitors that are known or expected to significantly increase elagolix plasma concentrations.
( 4 )
⚠️ Warnings and Cautions ▾
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Thromboembolic Disorders and Vascular Events: Discontinue ORIAHNN if an arterial or venous thrombotic, cardiovascular, or cerebrovascular event occurs. Stop ORIAHNN if there is sudden unexplained partial or complete loss of vision, proptosis, diplopia, papilledema, or retinal vascular lesions and evaluate for retinal vein thrombosis immediately. ( 5.1 ) Bone Loss: Duration-dependent decreases in bone mineral density (BMD) that may not be completely reversible.
Baseline and periodic BMD assessments are recommended. Assess risk-benefit for women with additional risk factors for bone loss. ( 5.2 ) Suicidal Ideation and Mood Disorders: Advise patients to seek medical attention for suicidal ideation, suicidal behavior, new onset or worsening depression, anxiety, or other mood changes.
( 5.4 ) Hepatic Impairment and Transaminase Elevations: Counsel patients on signs and symptoms of liver injury. ( 5.5 ) Elevated Blood Pressure: Do not use in women with uncontrolled hypertension. For women with well-controlled hypertension, continue to monitor blood pressure and stop ORIAHNN if blood pressure rises significantly.
( 5.6 ) Change in Menstrual Bleeding Pattern and Reduced Ability to Recognize Pregnancy: Advise women to use non-hormonal contraception during treatment and for 28 days after discontinuing ORIAHNN. ORIAHNN may delay the ability to recognize the occurrence of a pregnancy because it alters menstrual bleeding. Perform pregnancy testing if pregnancy is suspected and discontinue ORIAHNN if pregnancy is confirmed.
( 5.8 ) Risk of Allergic Reactions Due to the Inactive Ingredient (FD&C Yellow No 5): This product contains FD&C Yellow No. 5 (tartrazine), which may cause allergic-type reactions (including bronchial asthma) in certain susceptible persons. ( 5.12 )
5.1Thromboembolic Disorders and Vascular Events ORIAHNN is contraindicated in women with current or history of thrombotic or thromboembolic disorders and in women at increased risk for these events [see Contraindications ( 4 ) ] . In the Phase 3 clinical trials (Studies UF-1, UF-2, and UF-3), two thrombotic events occurred in 453 ORIAHNN-treated women (thrombosis in the calf and pulmonary embolism) [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 ) and Clinical Studies ( 14 ) ] . Estrogen and progestin combinations, including the estradiol/norethindrone acetate component of ORIAHNN, increase the risk of thrombotic or thromboembolic disorders, including pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis, stroke, and myocardial infarction, especially in women at high risk for these events.
In general, the risk is greatest among women over 35 years of age who smoke, and women with uncontrolled hypertension, dyslipidemia, vascular disease, or obesity. Discontinue ORIAHNN if an arterial or venous thrombotic, cardiovascular, or cerebrovascular event occurs or is suspected. If feasible, discontinue ORIAHNN at least 4 to 6 weeks before surgery of the type associated with an increased risk of thromboembolism, or during periods of prolonged immobilization.
Stop ORIAHNN immediately if there is sudden unexplained partial or complete loss of vision, proptosis, diplopia, papilledema, or retinal vascular lesions and evaluate for retinal vein thrombosis as these have been reported in patients receiving estrogens and progestins.
5.2Bone Loss ORIAHNN is contraindicated in women with known osteoporosis [see Contraindications ( 4 )] . ORIAHNN may cause a decrease in bone mineral density (BMD) in some patients. BMD loss is greater with increasing duration of use and may not be completely reversible after stopping treatment [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 ) ] .
In the Phase 3 clinical trials (Studies UF-1, UF-2, and UF-3) [see Clinical Studies ( 14 ) ] , seven out of 453 (1.5%) ORIAHNN-treated women experienced fractures, including one (0.2%) with a fragility fracture, compared to one out of 196 (0.5%) placebo-treated women (patient had a non-fragility fracture). Five of the seven ORIAHNN-treated wome…
🤒 Adverse Reactions ▾
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are discussed elsewhere in labeling: Thromboembolic Disorders and Vascular Events [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ] Bone Loss [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) ] Suicidal Ideation, Suicidal Behavior, and Exacerbation of Mood Disorders [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ) ] Hepatic Transaminase Elevations [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 ) ] Elevated Blood Pressure [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ) ] Effects on Carbohydrate and Lipid Metabolism [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.9 ) ] Alopecia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.10 ) ] Most common adverse reaction (>5%) in clinical trials were hot flushes, headache, fatigue, metrorrhagia.
( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact AbbVie Inc. at 1–800–633–9110 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch Figure 1. Mean Percent Change From Baseline in Lumbar Spine BMD in Women Who Received 12 Months of ORIAHNN (On-Treatment) and 12 Months of Follow Up (Off Treatment)
6.1Clinical Trials 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 clinical practice. The safety of ORIAHNN was evaluated in two 6-month, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials (Studies UF-1 and UF-2), in which 790 premenopausal women received at least 1 dose of ORIAHNN (n=395), elagolix 300 mg twice daily (n=199), or placebo (n=196) [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )] .
Women who completed 6-month treatment in either Study UF-1 or Study UF-2 and met eligibility criteria (n=433) entered a 6-month extension study (Study UF-3), receiving either ORIAHNN (n=276) or elagolix 300 mg twice daily (n=157). Elagolix 300 mg twice daily is not an approved dosage but was included as a reference arm. A total of 341 women received ORIAHNN for 6 months and 182 women received ORIAHNN for 12 months.
Serious Adverse Events Serious adverse events were reported in three (0.8%) ORIAHNN-treated women in Studies UF-1 and UF-2. Two women had heavy menstrual bleeding and required blood transfusion due to anemia (0.5%) and one woman with history of bariatric surgery had a laparoscopic cholecystectomy due to cholelithiasis. In Study UF-3, two women were diagnosed with breast cancer.
One woman had completed 6 months of treatment with ORIAHNN in Study UF-1 and received 34 additional days of ORIAHNN in Study UF-3 when diagnosed. The second woman had received placebo in Study UF-2 and completed 6 months of ORIAHNN in Study UF-3 when diagnosed [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 ) ] . Adverse Reactions Leading to Study Discontinuation In Studies UF-1 and UF-2, the discontinuation rate due to adverse reactions was 10% among ORIAHNN-treated women and 7% among placebo-treated women.
The most common adverse reactions leading to study drug discontinuation in the ORIAHNN group were nausea (1%), headache (1%), alopecia (1%), metrorrhagia (1%), menorrhagia (1%), and hot flush (1%). One event each of the following adverse reactions led to study drug discontinuation: affect lability, angina pectoris, depression, hepatic enzyme increased, homicidal ideation, hypertension, irritability, thrombosis. In women who received ORIAHNN in Studies UF-1 or UF-2 and then in Study UF-3, 4% discontinued treatment due to adverse reactions.
Three women discontinued due to serious adverse events (one each for breast cancer, menorrhagia with pelvic pain, and hysterectomy). Common Adverse Reactions Adverse reactions reported in ≥5% of ORIAHNN-treated women in Studies UF-1 and UF-2 and at a greater frequency than placebo-treated women are presented in Table 1. Table 1.
Adverse Reactions that Occurred in at Least 5% of Women with Uterine Fibroids Who Received ORIAHNN in Studies UF-1 and UF-2 and at a Greater Incidence Than Placebo Adverse Reaction ORIAHNN N=395 Placebo…
🔄 Drug Interactions ▾
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS See full prescribing information for a list of clinically important drug interactions. ( 7 )
7.1Potential for ORIAHNN to Affect Other Drugs Elagolix (a component of ORIAHNN) is: A weak to moderate inducer of cytochrome P450 (CYP3A). Co-administration with ORIAHNN may decrease plasma concentrations of drugs that are substrates of CYP3A. A weak inhibitor of CYP2C19.
Co-administration with ORIAHNN may increase plasma concentrations of drugs that are substrates of CYP2C19 (see Table 3). An inhibitor of efflux transporter P-glycoprotein (P-gp). Co-administration with ORIAHNN may increase plasma concentrations of drugs that are substrates of P-gp (see Table 3).
The effects of co-administration of ORIAHNN on concentrations of concomitant drugs and the clinical recommendations for these drug interactions are summarized in Table 3. Table 3. Drug Interactions: Effects of ORIAHNN on Other Drugs Concomitant Drug Class: Drug Name Effect on Plasma Exposure of Concomitant Drug Clinical Recommendations Cardiac glycosides: digoxin ↑ digoxin Increase monitoring of digoxin concentrations and potential signs and symptoms of clinical toxicity when initiating ORIAHNN in patients who are taking digoxin.
If ORIAHNN is discontinued, increase monitoring of digoxin concentrations. Benzodiazepines: oral midazolam ↓ midazolam Consider increasing the dose of midazolam by no more than 2-fold and individualize midazolam therapy based on the patient’s response. Statins: rosuvastatin ↓ rosuvastatin Monitor lipid levels and adjust the dose of rosuvastatin, if necessary.
Proton pump inhibitors: omeprazole ↑ omeprazole No dose adjustment needed for omeprazole 40 mg once daily when co-administered with ORIAHNN. When ORIAHNN is used concomitantly with higher doses of omeprazole, consider dosage reduction of omeprazole. See Tables 6 and 7 [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 ) ] .
The direction of the arrow indicates the direction of the change in the area under the curve (AUC) (↑= increase, ↓ = decrease).
7.2Potential for Other Drugs to Affect ORIAHNN Elagolix (a component of ORIAHNN) is a substrate of CYP3A, P-gp, and OATP1B1; estradiol and norethindrone acetate are metabolized partially by CYP3A [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 ) ] . Concomitant use of ORIAHNN with: Strong CYP3A inducers may decrease elagolix, estradiol, and norethindrone plasma concentrations and may result in a decrease of the therapeutic effects of ORIAHNN. Rifampin is not recommended.
The concomitant use of rifampin increased plasma concentrations of elagolix [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 ) ] . Strong CYP3A inhibitors are not recommended. Concomitant use of ORIAHNN with strong CYP3A inhibitors may increase elagolix, estradiol, and norethindrone plasma concentrations and increase the risk of adverse reactions.
OATP1B1 inhibitors that are known or expected to significantly increase elagolix plasma concentrations is contraindicated due to increased risk of elagolix-associated adverse reactions [see Contraindications ( 4 ) ] .
👥 Use in Specific Populations ▾
8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS
8.1Pregnancy Risk Summary Use of ORIAHNN is contraindicated in pregnant women. Exposure to elagolix early in pregnancy may increase the risk of early pregnancy loss. Discontinue ORIAHNN if pregnancy occurs during treatment.
The limited human data with the use of elagolix in pregnant women are insufficient to determine whether there is a risk for major birth defects or miscarriage [see Data ]. When pregnant rats and rabbits were orally dosed with elagolix during the period of organogenesis, postimplantation loss was observed in pregnant rats at doses 12 times the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD). Spontaneous abortion and total litter loss were observed in rabbits at doses 4 and 7 times the MRHD.
There were no structural abnormalities in the fetuses at exposures up to 25 and 7 times the MRHD for the rat and rabbit, respectively [see Data ] . Data Human Data There was one pregnancy reported in the 453 women who received ORIAHNN in the Phase 3 uterine fibroids clinical trials. The pregnancy resulted in a spontaneous abortion and the estimated fetal exposure to ORIAHNN occurred during the first 18 days of pregnancy.
Animal Data Embryofetal development studies were conducted in the rat and rabbit. Elagolix was administered by oral gavage to pregnant rats (25 animals/dose) at doses of 0, 300, 600, and 1200 mg/kg/day and to rabbits (20 animals/dose) at doses of 0, 100, 150, and 200 mg/kg/day during the period of organogenesis (gestation day 6-17 in the rat and gestation day 7-20 in the rabbit). In rats, maternal toxicity was present at all doses and included six deaths and decreases in body weight gain and food consumption.
Increased postimplantation losses were present in the mid dose group, which was 12 times the MRHD based on AUC. In rabbits, three spontaneous abortions and a single total litter loss were observed at the highest maternally toxic dose, which was 7 times the MRHD based on AUC. A single total litter loss occurred at a lower non-maternally toxic dose of 150 mg/kg/day, which was 4 times the MRHD.
No fetal malformations were present at any dose level tested in either species even in the presence of maternal toxicity. At the highest doses tested, the exposure margins were 25 and 7 times the MRHD for the rat and rabbit, respectively. However, because elagolix binds poorly to the rat gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) receptor (~1000 fold less than to the human GnRH receptor), the rat study is unlikely to identify pharmacologically mediated effects of elagolix on embryofetal development.
The rat study is still expected to provide information on potential non-target-related effects of elagolix. In a pre- and postnatal development study in rats, elagolix was given in the diet to achieve doses of 0, 100, and 300 mg/kg/day (25 per dose group) from gestation day 6 to lactation day 20. There was no evidence of maternal toxicity.
At the highest dose, two dams had total litter loss, and one failed to deliver. Pup survival was decreased from birth to postnatal day 4. Pups had lower birth weights, and lower body weight gains were observed throughout the pre-weaning period at 300 mg/kg/day.
Smaller body size and effect on startle response were associated with lower pup weights at 300 mg/kg/day. Post-weaning growth, development, and behavioral endpoints were unaffected. Maternal plasma concentrations in rats on lactation day 21 at 100 and 300 mg/kg/day (47 and 125 ng/mL) were 0.04-fold and 0.1-fold the maximal elagolix concentration (C max ) in humans at the MRHD.
Because the exposures achieved in rats were much lower than the human MRHD, this study is not predictive of potentially higher lactational exposure in humans.
8.2Lactation Risk Summary There is no information on the presence of elagolix or its metabolites in human milk, the effects on the breastfed child, or the effects on milk production. When estrogen and progestins are administered to lactating women, these compounds and/or their met…
🤰 Pregnancy ▾
8.1Pregnancy Risk Summary Use of ORIAHNN is contraindicated in pregnant women. Exposure to elagolix early in pregnancy may increase the risk of early pregnancy loss. Discontinue ORIAHNN if pregnancy occurs during treatment.
The limited human data with the use of elagolix in pregnant women are insufficient to determine whether there is a risk for major birth defects or miscarriage [see Data ]. When pregnant rats and rabbits were orally dosed with elagolix during the period of organogenesis, postimplantation loss was observed in pregnant rats at doses 12 times the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD). Spontaneous abortion and total litter loss were observed in rabbits at doses 4 and 7 times the MRHD.
There were no structural abnormalities in the fetuses at exposures up to 25 and 7 times the MRHD for the rat and rabbit, respectively [see Data ] . Data Human Data There was one pregnancy reported in the 453 women who received ORIAHNN in the Phase 3 uterine fibroids clinical trials. The pregnancy resulted in a spontaneous abortion and the estimated fetal exposure to ORIAHNN occurred during the first 18 days of pregnancy.
Animal Data Embryofetal development studies were conducted in the rat and rabbit. Elagolix was administered by oral gavage to pregnant rats (25 animals/dose) at doses of 0, 300, 600, and 1200 mg/kg/day and to rabbits (20 animals/dose) at doses of 0, 100, 150, and 200 mg/kg/day during the period of organogenesis (gestation day 6-17 in the rat and gestation day 7-20 in the rabbit). In rats, maternal toxicity was present at all doses and included six deaths and decreases in body weight gain and food consumption.
Increased postimplantation losses were present in the mid dose group, which was 12 times the MRHD based on AUC. In rabbits, three spontaneous abortions and a single total litter loss were observed at the highest maternally toxic dose, which was 7 times the MRHD based on AUC. A single total litter loss occurred at a lower non-maternally toxic dose of 150 mg/kg/day, which was 4 times the MRHD.
No fetal malformations were present at any dose level tested in either species even in the presence of maternal toxicity. At the highest doses tested, the exposure margins were 25 and 7 times the MRHD for the rat and rabbit, respectively. However, because elagolix binds poorly to the rat gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) receptor (~1000 fold less than to the human GnRH receptor), the rat study is unlikely to identify pharmacologically mediated effects of elagolix on embryofetal development.
The rat study is still expected to provide information on potential non-target-related effects of elagolix. In a pre- and postnatal development study in rats, elagolix was given in the diet to achieve doses of 0, 100, and 300 mg/kg/day (25 per dose group) from gestation day 6 to lactation day 20. There was no evidence of maternal toxicity.
At the highest dose, two dams had total litter loss, and one failed to deliver. Pup survival was decreased from birth to postnatal day 4. Pups had lower birth weights, and lower body weight gains were observed throughout the pre-weaning period at 300 mg/kg/day.
Smaller body size and effect on startle response were associated with lower pup weights at 300 mg/kg/day. Post-weaning growth, development, and behavioral endpoints were unaffected. Maternal plasma concentrations in rats on lactation day 21 at 100 and 300 mg/kg/day (47 and 125 ng/mL) were 0.04-fold and 0.1-fold the maximal elagolix concentration (C max ) in humans at the MRHD.
Because the exposures achieved in rats were much lower than the human MRHD, this study is not predictive of potentially higher lactational exposure in humans.
🧒 Pediatric Use ▾
8.4Pediatric Use Safety and effectiveness of ORIAHNN in pediatric patients have not been established.
🆘 Overdosage ▾
10 OVERDOSAGE Overdosage of estrogen and progestin combination products may cause nausea, vomiting, breast tenderness, abdominal pain, drowsiness, fatigue, and withdrawal bleeding. In case of ORIAHNN overdose, monitor the patient for any signs or symptoms of adverse reactions and initiate appropriate symptomatic treatment, as needed.
🧬 Clinical Pharmacology ▾
12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
12.1Mechanism of Action ORIAHNN combines elagolix and estradiol/norethindrone acetate (E2/NETA), a combination of estrogen and progestin. Elagolix is a GnRH receptor antagonist that inhibits endogenous GnRH signaling by binding competitively to GnRH receptors in the pituitary gland. Administration of elagolix results in dose-dependent suppression of luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), leading to decreased blood concentrations of the ovarian sex hormones estradiol and progesterone and reduces bleeding associated with uterine fibroids.
E2 acts by binding to nuclear receptors that are expressed in estrogen-responsive tissues. As a component of ORIAHNN, the addition of exogenous estradiol may reduce the increase in bone resorption and resultant bone loss that can occur due to a decrease in circulating estrogen from elagolix alone. Progestins such as NETA act by binding to nuclear receptors that are expressed in progesterone-responsive tissues.
As a component of ORIAHNN, NETA may protect the uterus from the potential adverse endometrial effects of unopposed estrogen.
12.2Pharmacodynamics Estradiol and norethindrone acetate (components of ORIAHNN) may have the following effects: Increased thyroxin-binding globulin levels leading to [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.11 ) ]: ○ Increased circulating total thyroid hormone levels as measured by protein-bound iodine (PBI), thyroxine (T4) levels (by column or by radioimmunoassay), or triiodothyronine (T3) levels by radioimmunoassay ○ Decreased T3 resin uptake ○ Unaltered free T4 and free T3 concentrations in women with normal thyroid function [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.11 ) ] .
Elevated corticosteroid-binding globulin (CBG) and sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) leading to increased total circulating corticosteroids and sex steroids, respectively [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.11 ) ] . Possible decreased free testosterone concentrations. Possible increased other plasma proteins concentrations (angiotensinogen/renin substrate, alpha-1 antitrypsin, ceruloplasmin).
Increased plasma high-density lipoprotein (HDL) and HDL2 cholesterol subfraction concentration, reduced low-density lipoprotein concentration, increased triglyceride levels [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.9 ) ] . Accelerated prothrombin time, partial thromboplastin time, and platelet aggregation time; increased platelet count; increased factors II, VII antigen, VIII coagulant activity, IX, X, XII, VII-X complex, and beta-thromboglobulin; decreased levels of anti-factor Xa and antithrombin III, decreased antithrombin III activity, increased levels of fibrinogen and fibrinogen activity; increased plasminogen antigen and activity.
Cardiac Electrophysiology The effect of elagolix (a component of ORIAHNN) on the QTc interval was evaluated in a randomized, placebo- and positive-controlled, open-label, single-dose, crossover thorough QTc study in 48 healthy adult premenopausal women. Elagolix concentrations in women given a single dose of 1200 mg were 9 times higher than the concentration in women given elagolix 300 mg twice daily. There was no clinically relevant prolongation of the QTc interval.
The effect of estradiol and norethindrone acetate (two components of ORIAHNN) on the QTc interval has not been studied.
12.3Pharmacokinetics The pharmacokinetic properties of ORIAHNN in healthy subjects are summarized in Table 4. The pharmacokinetic parameters under fasting conditions are summarized in Table 5. Table 4.
Pharmacokinetic Properties of ORIAHNN in Healthy Subjects Absorption Elagolix Estradiol a Norethindrone T max (h) b,c 1.5 (1.0 – 4.0) 2.0 (0.0 - 10.0) 1.0 (0.5 - 2.0) Effect of Food High-fat meal d (relative to fasting) AUC: ↓25%, C max : ↓36% AUC: no change, C max : ↓23% AUC: ↑23%, C max : ↓50% Distribution % Bound to human plasma proteins 80 98 97 Blood-to-plasma ratio
0.6NA NA Metabolism Metabolism CYP3A (major) Minor pathways include: CYP2D6, CYP2C8, and u…
🧬 Mechanism of Action ▾
12.1Mechanism of Action ORIAHNN combines elagolix and estradiol/norethindrone acetate (E2/NETA), a combination of estrogen and progestin. Elagolix is a GnRH receptor antagonist that inhibits endogenous GnRH signaling by binding competitively to GnRH receptors in the pituitary gland. Administration of elagolix results in dose-dependent suppression of luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), leading to decreased blood concentrations of the ovarian sex hormones estradiol and progesterone and reduces bleeding associated with uterine fibroids.
E2 acts by binding to nuclear receptors that are expressed in estrogen-responsive tissues. As a component of ORIAHNN, the addition of exogenous estradiol may reduce the increase in bone resorption and resultant bone loss that can occur due to a decrease in circulating estrogen from elagolix alone. Progestins such as NETA act by binding to nuclear receptors that are expressed in progesterone-responsive tissues.
As a component of ORIAHNN, NETA may protect the uterus from the potential adverse endometrial effects of unopposed estrogen.
📦 How Supplied / Storage and Handling ▾
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING ORIAHNN consists of two capsules: one to be taken in the morning (AM) and one to be taken in the evening (PM). morning (AM) capsules are white and yellow, printed with “EL300 AM” and contain elagolix 300 mg, estradiol 1 mg, and norethindrone acetate 0.5 mg. evening (PM) capsules are white and light blue, printed with “EL300 PM” and contain elagolix 300 mg. ORIAHNN is packaged in weekly blister packs. Each blister pack contains seven AM capsules and seven PM capsules.
Four blisters are packaged into a carton (NDC 0074-1017-56). Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F), excursions permitted to 15˚C to 30˚C (59˚F to 86˚F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Dispose unused medication via a take-back option if available.
Otherwise, follow FDA instructions for disposing medication in the household trash, www.fda.gov/drugdisposal. Do NOT flush down the toilet.
📋 Description ▾
11 DESCRIPTION ORIAHNN consists of two capsules: one to be taken orally in the morning (AM) and one to be taken orally in the evening (PM). The AM capsule is white and yellow and contains 300 mg elagolix (equivalent to 310.4 mg of elagolix sodium), 1 mg estradiol, and 0.5 mg norethindrone acetate. The PM capsule is white and light blue and contains 300 mg of elagolix (equivalent to 310 mg of elagolix sodium).
Elagolix Elagolix sodium is the sodium salt of the active moiety elagolix, a nonpeptide small molecule, GnRH receptor antagonist. Elagolix sodium is chemically described as sodium 4-({(1 R )-2-[5-(2-fluoro-3-methoxyphenyl)-3-{[2-fluoro-6-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]methyl}-4-methyl-2,6-dioxo-3,6-dihydropyrimidin-1(2 H )-yl]-1-phenylethyl}amino)butanoate. Elagolix sodium has a molecular formula of C 32 H 29 F 5 N 3 O 5 Na and a molecular weight of 653.58.
Elagolix free acid has a molecular formula of C 32 H 30 F 5 N 3 O 5 and a molecular weight of 631.60. Elagolix sodium has the following structural formula: Elagolix sodium is a white to off-white to light yellow powder and is freely soluble in water. Estradiol Estradiol (E2), an estrogen, is a white or almost white crystalline powder.
Its chemical name is estra-1,3,5(10)-triene-3,17β-diol with the molecular formula of C 18 H 24 O 2 , and molecular weight of 272.38. The structural formula of E2 is as follows: Norethindrone acetate Norethindrone acetate (NETA), a progestin, is a white or yellowish white crystalline powder. Its chemical name is 17β-acetoxy-19-nor-17α-pregn-4-en-20-yn-3-one with the molecular formula of C 22 H 28 O 3 and molecular weight of 340.46.
ORIAHNN morning (AM) capsules contain the following inactive ingredients: anhydrous sodium carbonate, polyethylene glycol 3350, crospovidone, colloidal silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, polyvinyl alcohol, titanium dioxide, polyethylene glycol, talc, purified water, lactose monohydrate, starch (corn), copovidone, talc, hypromellose, triacetin, and gelatin capsule shell. The capsule shell contains the following ingredients: FD&C Red #40, FD&C Yellow #5 [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.12 )] , FD&C Yellow #6, titanium dioxide, gelatin, and printing ink (shellac, dehydrated alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, butyl alcohol, propylene glycol, strong ammonia solution, black iron oxide, potassium hydroxide, and purified water).
ORIAHNN evening (PM) capsules contain the following inactive ingredients: anhydrous sodium carbonate, polyethylene glycol 3350, crospovidone, colloidal silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, polyvinyl alcohol, titanium dioxide, polyethylene glycol, talc, purified water, and gelatin capsule shell. The capsule shell contains the following ingredients: FD&C Blue #2, FDA/E172 yellow iron oxide, titanium dioxide, gelatin, and printing ink (shellac, dehydrated alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, butyl alcohol, propylene glycol, strong ammonia solution, black iron oxide, potassium hydroxide, and purified water).
Elagolix sodium has the following structural formula Estradiol structure Norethindrona Acetate structure
💬 Information for Patients ▾
17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling ( Medication Guide ). Thromboembolic Disorders and Vascular Events Advise patients that use of estrogen and progestin combinations may increase the risk of thromboembolic disorders and vascular events, especially in women at high risk for these events [see Boxed Warning , Contraindications ( 4 ) , Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) , and Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 ) ] . Bone Loss Advise patients about the risk of bone loss.
Advise patients that supplementary calcium and vitamin D may be beneficial if dietary intake of calcium and vitamin D is not adequate. Advise patients that oral iron supplement should not be taken at the same time as calcium and vitamin D [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) and Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 ) ] . Suicidal Ideation and Exacerbation of Mood Disorders Advise patients that suicidal ideation and exacerbation of mood disorders may occur with ORIAHNN use.
Instruct patients with new onset or worsening depression, anxiety, or other mood changes to promptly seek medical attention [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 ) and Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 ) ] . Liver Injury Advise patients to promptly seek medical attention in case of signs or symptoms that may reflect liver injury, such as jaundice [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 ) and Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 ) ] . Change in Menstrual Bleeding Pattern Advise patients that ORIAHNN may delay the recognition of pregnancy because it may reduce the duration and amount of menstrual bleeding.
Advise patients to use effective non-hormonal contraception while taking ORIAHNN, for 28 days after discontinuing ORIAHNN, and to discontinue ORIAHNN if pregnancy is diagnosed [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 ) and Use in Specific Populations ( 8.1 , 8.3 ) ] . Alopecia Advise patients that alopecia, hair loss, and hair thinning in no specific pattern, may occur with ORIAHNN use. Advise patients that hair loss and hair thinning may not resolve completely after stopping ORIAHNN.
Advise patients to contact their healthcare provider if they have concerns about changes to their hair [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.10 ) and Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 ) ] . Drug Interactions Advise patients to inform their healthcare providers of all concomitant medications, including prescription medicines, over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, and herbal products. Advise patients to avoid grapefruit juice while taking ORIAHNN [see Drug Interactions ( 7 ) ] .
ORIAHNN Missed Dose Instructions Instruct patients about what to do in the event a dose is missed. See “If you miss a dose of ORIAHNN” section in FDA-approved Medication Guide. ORIAHNN Disposal Instructions Instruct patients to dispose of unused medication via a take-back option if available or to otherwise follow FDA instructions for disposing of medication in the household trash, www.fda.gov/drugdisposal , and not to flush down the toilet.
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💬 Medication Guide ▾
MEDICATION GUIDE ORIAHNN ® (or-ee-ahn) (elagolix, estradiol, and norethindrone acetate capsules; elagolix capsules) co-packaged for oral use What is the most important information I should know about ORIAHNN? ORIAHNN may cause serious side effects, including: cardiovascular conditions ○ ORIAHNN may increase your chances of heart attack, stroke, or blood clots, especially if you are over 35 years of age and smoke, have uncontrolled high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, or are obese. Stop taking ORIAHNN and call your healthcare provider right away or go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away if you have: ■ leg pain or swelling that will not go away ■ sudden shortness of breath ■ double vision, bulging of the eyes, sudden blindness, partial or complete ■ pain or pressure in your chest, arm, or jaw ■ sudden, severe headache unlike your usual headaches ■ weakness or numbness in an arm or leg, or trouble speaking bone loss (decreased bone mineral density) ○ While you are taking ORIAHNN, your estrogen levels may be low.
Low estrogen levels can lead to bone mineral density loss. ○ If you have bone loss on ORIAHNN, your bone density may improve after you stop taking ORIAHNN, but complete recovery may not occur. It is unknown if these bone changes could increase your risk for broken bones as you age. For this reason, you should not take ORIAHNN for more than 24 months. ○ Your healthcare provider may order an X-ray test called a DXA scan to check your bone mineral density when you start taking ORIAHNN and periodically after you start. ○ Your healthcare provider may advise you to take vitamin D and calcium supplements as part of a healthy lifestyle that promotes bone health.
Iron supplements should not be taken at the same time that you take vitamin D and calcium supplements. effects on pregnancy ○ Do not take ORIAHNN if you are trying to become pregnant or are pregnant. It may increase the risk of early pregnancy loss. ○ If you think you may be pregnant , stop taking ORIAHNN right away and call your healthcare provider. ○ ORIAHNN can decrease your menstrual bleeding or result in no menstrual bleeding at all, making it hard to know if you are pregnant. Watch for other signs of pregnancy such as breast tenderness, weight gain, and nausea. ○ ORIAHNN does not prevent pregnancy.
You will need to use effective methods of birth control while taking ORIAHNN and for 28 days after you stop taking ORIAHNN. Examples of effective methods can include condoms or spermicide, which do not contain hormones. ○ Talk to your healthcare provider about which birth control to use during treatment with ORIAHNN. Your healthcare provider may change the birth control you were on before you start taking ORIAHNN.
What is ORIAHNN? ORIAHNN is a prescription medicine used to control heavy menstrual bleeding in premenopausal women (before “change of life” or menopause) with uterine fibroids. It is not known if ORIAHNN is safe and effective in children under 18 years of age.
Do not take ORIAHNN if you: have or have had: ○ stroke or a heart attack ○ a problem that makes your blood clot more than normal ○ blood circulation disorder ○ certain heart valve problems or heart rhythm abnormalities that can cause blood clots to form in the heart ○ blood clots in your legs (deep vein thrombosis), lungs (pulmonary embolism), or eyes (retinal thrombosis) ○ high blood pressure not well controlled by medicine ○ diabetes with kidney, eye, nerve, or blood vessel damage ○ certain kinds of headaches with numbness, weakness, or changes in vision or have migraine headaches with aura if you are over age 35 ○ breast cancer or any cancer that is sensitive to female hormones ○ osteoporosis ○ unexplained vaginal bleeding that has not been diagnosed.
Your healthcare provider should check any unexplained vaginal bleeding to find out the cause. ○ liver problems including liver disease ○ smoke and are over 35 years old are taking medicines known as OATP1B1 inhibitors that are kn…