VESIcare solifenacin succinate 5 mg Tablet, Film Coated, 30-count
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This medicine belongs to the Cholinergic Muscarinic Antagonist class.
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Solifenacin is used to treat overactive bladder (a bladder condition that causes sudden urges to urinate that may be hard to control). Solifenacin is in a class of medications called antimuscarinics. It works by relaxing the bladder muscles.
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| Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly | $12.267 | $368.02 / 30 tablets |
| Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo | $11.26 | $337.75 / 30 tablets |
| Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly | No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data. | |
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🔁 Therapeutic equivalents
| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| Solifenacin succinate 5 mg 00591-3795-19 | Actavis | 90 tablets | $0.141 | AB | Availability likely | save 99% |
| solifenacin succinate 5 mg 31722-0027-30 | Camber | 30 tablets | $0.141 | AB | Availability likely | save 99% |
| Solifenacin Succinate 5 mg 60505-4702-03 | Apotex | 30 tablets | $0.141 | AB | Availability likely | save 99% |
| Solifenacin Succinate 5 mg 67877-0527-30 | Ascend | 30 tablets | $0.141 | AB | Availability likely | save 99% |
| Solifenacin Succinate 5 mg 72205-0020-30 | Novadoz | 30 tablets | $0.141 | AB | Availability likely | save 99% |
| solifenacin succinate 5 mg 27241-0037-03 | Ajanta | 30 tablets | $0.217 | — | FDA listed | save 98% |
| VESIcare 5 mgthis 51248-0150-01 | Astellas | 30 tablets | $12.267 | — | Discontinued | — |
| Solifenacin Succinate 5 mg 29300-0328-05 | Unichem | 500 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| solifenacin succinate 5 mg 33342-0148-07 | Macleods | 30 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Solifenacin Succinate 5 mg 35561-0285-10 | Bostal | 30 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Solifenacin Succinate 5 mg 42291-0739-30 | AvKARE | 30 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Solifenacin Succinate 5 mg 46708-0192-08 | Alembic | 80 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Solifenacin Succinate 5 mg 50228-0427-05 | ScieGen | 500 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Solifenacin Succinate 5 mg 51407-0471-30 | Golden | 30 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Solifenacin Succinate 5 mg 62332-0192-08 | Alembic | 80 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Solifenacin Succinate 5 mg 63629-8532-01 | Bryant | 30 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Solifenacin Succinate 5 mg 63629-8867-01 | Bryant | 30 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Solifenacin Succinate 5 mg 63629-8868-01 | Bryant | 90 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Solifenacin Succinate 5 mg 65862-0878-03 | Aurobindo | 10 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| solifenacin succinate 5 mg 68462-0386-14 | Glenmark | 10 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Solifenacin Succinate 5 mg 71205-0559-30 | Proficient | 30 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Solifenacin Succinate 5 mg 71205-0561-30 | Proficient | 30 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Solifenacin Succinate 5 mg 71335-1729-01 | Bryant | 30 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Solifenacin Succinate 5 mg 71335-2423-01 | Bryant | 30 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Solifenacin Succinate 5 mg 72162-1848-03 | Bryant | 30 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Solifenacin Succinate 5 mg 82804-0044-30 | Proficient | 30 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Solifenacin succinate 5 mg 72303-0831-01 | HEC | 30 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
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| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 51248-0150-01 You're viewing this | 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (51248-150-01) | 2005-01-05 | Discontinued by firm |
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📄 Full prescribing information FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE VESIcare ® is indicated for the treatment of adults with overactive bladder with symptoms of urge urinary incontinence, urgency, and urinary frequency. VESIcare is a muscarinic antagonist indicated for the treatment of adults with overactive bladder with symptoms of urge urinary incontinence, urgency, and urinary frequency. ( 1 )
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION • 5 mg tablet taken orally once daily, and if well tolerated may be increased to 10 mg once daily. ( 2.1 ) • Do not exceed the 5 mg dose of VESIcare in patients with: o Severe renal impairment creatinine clearance < 30 mL/min/1.73 m 2 . ( 2.2 , 8.6 ) o Moderate hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh B).
VESIcare is not recommended in patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh C). ( 2.3 , 8.7 ) o Concomitant use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors. ( 2.4 , 7.1 )
2.1Dosing Information The recommended oral dose of VESIcare is 5 mg once daily. If the 5 mg dose is well tolerated, the dose may be increased to 10 mg once daily. VESIcare should be taken with water and swallowed whole. VESIcare can be administered with or without food.
2.2Dosing Recommendations in Patients with Renal Impairment Do not exceed 5 mg once daily in patients with severe renal impairment (CL cr < 30 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ) [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.6 )] .
2.3Dosing Recommendations in Patients with Hepatic Impairment Do not exceed 5 mg once daily in patients with moderate hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh B). Do not use VESIcare in patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh C) [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.7 )] .
2.4Dosing Recommendations in Patients Taking CYP3A4 Inhibitors Do not exceed 5 mg once daily when VESIcare is administered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors such as ketoconazole [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )] .
💊 Dosage Forms and Strengths ▾
3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Tablets: • 5 mg: round, light yellow, debossed with 150 • 10 mg: round, light pink, debossed with 151 Tablets: 5 mg and 10 mg. ( 3 )
⛔ Contraindications ▾
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS VESIcare is contraindicated in patients: • With urinary retention [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] , • With gastric retention [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] , • With uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] , and • Who have demonstrated hypersensitivity to solifenacin succinate or the inactive ingredients in VESIcare. Reported adverse reactions have included anaphylaxis and angioedema [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )] . • Urinary retention. ( 4 , 5.2 ) • Gastric retention.
( 4 , 5.3 ) • Uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma. ( 4 , 5.5 ) • Hypersensitivity to this product or any of its components. ( 4 , 5.1 , 6.2 )
⚠️ Warnings and Cautions ▾
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Angioedema and Anaphylactic Reactions : Promptly discontinue VESIcare and provide appropriate therapy. ( 5.1 ) • Urinary Retention : VESIcare is not recommended for use in patients with clinically significant bladder outlet obstruction. ( 5.2 ) • Gastrointestinal Disorders : VESIcare is not recommended for use in patients with decreased gastrointestinal motility.
( 5.3 ) • Central Nervous System Effects : Somnolence has been reported with VESIcare. Advise patients not to drive or operate heavy machinery until they know how VESIcare affects them. ( 5.4 ) • Controlled Narrow-Angle Glaucoma : Use VESIcare with caution in patients being treated for narrow-angle glaucoma.
( 5.5 ) • QT Prolongation in Patients at High Risk of QT Prolongation : VESIcare is not recommended for use in patients at high risk of QT prolongation, including patients with a known history of QT prolongation and patients taking medications known to prolong the QT interval. ( 5.6 )
5.1Angioedema and Anaphylactic Reactions Angioedema of the face, lips, tongue, and/or larynx have been reported with solifenacin succinate. In some cases, angioedema occurred after the first dose, however, cases have been reported to occur hours after the first dose or after multiple doses. Anaphylactic reactions have also been reported in patients treated with solifenacin succinate.
Angioedema associated with upper airway swelling and anaphylactic reactions may be life-threatening. VESIcare is contraindicated in patients with a known or suspected hypersensitivity to solifenacin succinate [see Contraindications ( 4 )] . If involvement of the tongue, hypopharynx, or larynx occurs, promptly discontinue VESIcare and provide appropriate therapy and/or measures necessary to ensure a patent airway.
5.2Urinary Retention The use of VESIcare, like other antimuscarinic drugs, in patients with clinically significant bladder outlet obstruction including patients with urinary retention, may result in further urinary retention and kidney injury. The use of VESIcare is not recommended in patients with clinically significant bladder outlet obstruction and is contraindicated in patients with urinary retention [see Contraindications ( 4 )] .
5.3Gastrointestinal Disorders The use of VESIcare, like other antimuscarinic drugs, in patients with conditions associated with decreased gastrointestinal motility may result in further decreased gastrointestinal motility. VESIcare is contraindicated in patients with gastric retention [see Contraindications ( 4 )] . The use of VESIcare is not recommended in patients with conditions associated with decreased gastrointestinal motility.
5.4Central Nervous System Effects VESIcare is associated with antimuscarinic central nervous system (CNS) adverse reactions [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )] . A variety of CNS antimuscarinic adverse reactions have been reported, including headache, confusion, hallucinations, and somnolence. Monitor patients for signs of antimuscarinic CNS adverse reactions, particularly after beginning treatment or increasing the dose.
Advise patients not to drive or operate heavy machinery until they know how VESIcare affects them. If a patient experiences antimuscarinic CNS adverse reactions, consider dose reduction or drug discontinuation.
5.5Controlled Narrow-Angle Glaucoma VESIcare should be used with caution in patients being treated for narrow-angle glaucoma [see Contraindications ( 4 )] .
5.6QT Prolongation in Patients at High Risk of QT Prolongation In a study of the effect of solifenacin succinate on the QT interval conducted in 76 healthy women [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.2 )] , solifenacin succinate 30 mg (three times the largest maximum recommended dose in adult patients) was associated with a mean increase in the Fridericia-corrected QT interval of 8 msec (90% CI, 4, 13). The QT prolonging effect appeared less with solifenacin succinate 10 mg than with solifenacin succinate 30 mg, and the effect of s…
🤒 Adverse Reactions ▾
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The most common adverse reactions (> 4% in VESIcare-treated patients and > placebo-treated patients) were dry mouth and constipation at both 5 mg and 10 mg doses; and urinary tract infection and blurred vision at the 10 mg dose. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Astellas Pharma US, Inc. at 1-800-727-7003 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch .
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 practice. VESIcare has been evaluated for safety in 1811 adult patients in four randomized, placebo-controlled trials (Studies 1-4) [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )] . Expected adverse reactions of antimuscarinic agents are dry mouth, constipation, blurred vision (accommodation abnormalities), urinary retention, and dry eyes.
The incidence of dry mouth and constipation in patients treated with VESIcare was higher in the 10 mg dose group compared to the 5 mg dose group. In the four 12-week double-blind clinical trials, severe fecal impaction, colonic obstruction, and intestinal obstruction were reported in one patient each, all in the VESIcare 10 mg group. Angioneurotic edema was reported in one patient taking VESIcare 5 mg.
Compared to 12 weeks of treatment with VESIcare, the incidence and severity of adverse reactions were similar in patients who remained on drug for up to 12 months in Study 5 [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )] . The most frequent adverse reaction leading to study discontinuation was dry mouth (1.5%). Table 1 lists the rates of identified adverse reactions, in the four randomized, placebo-controlled trials at an incidence greater than placebo and in 1% or more of patients treated with VESIcare 5 or 10 mg once daily for up to 12 weeks.
Table 1: Adverse Reactions Reported by ≥ 1% of Patients and Exceeding Placebo in Studies 1, 2, 3 and 4 Placebo (%) VESIcare 5 mg (%) VESIcare 10 mg (%) Number of Patients 1216 578 1233 GASTROINTESTINAL DISORDERS Dry Mouth 4.2 10.9
27.6Constipation 2.9 5.4
13.4Nausea 2.0 1.7
3.3Dyspepsia 1.0 1.4
3.9Abdominal Pain Upper 1.0 1.9
1.2Vomiting NOS 0.9 0.2
1.1INFECTIONS AND INFESTATIONS Urinary Tract Infection NOS 2.8 2.8
4.8Influenza 1.3 2.2
0.9Pharyngitis NOS 1.0 0.3
1.1NERVOUS SYSTEM DISORDERS Dizziness 1.8 1.9
1.8EYE DISORDERS Vision Blurred 1.8 3.8
4.8Dry Eyes NOS 0.6 0.3
1.6RENAL AND URINARY DISORDERS Urinary Retention 0.6 0
1.4GENERAL DISORDERS AND ADMINISTRATION SITE CONDITIONS Edema Lower Limb 0.7 0.3
1.1Fatigue 1.1 1.0
2.1PSYCHIATRIC DISORDERS Depression NOS 0.8 1.2
0.8RESPIRATORY, THORACIC AND MEDIASTINAL DISORDERS Cough 0.2 0.2
1.1VASCULAR DISORDERS Hypertension NOS 0.6 1.4 0.5
6.2Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reactions have been identified during post-approval use of solifenacin succinate in the U.S. and/or outside of the U.S. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. General disorders and administration site conditions : peripheral edema, hypersensitivity reactions (including angioedema with airway obstruction, rash, pruritus, urticaria, anaphylactic reaction); Nervous system disorders : dizziness, headache, confusion, hallucinations, delirium, somnolence; Cardiac disorders : QT prolongation, Torsade de Pointes, atrial fibrillation, tachycardia, palpitations; Hepatobiliary disorders : liver disorders mostly characterized by abnormal liver function tests, AST (aspartate aminotransferase), ALT (alanine aminotransferase), GGT (gamma-glutamyl transferase); Renal and urinary disorders : renal impairment, urinary retention; Metabolism and nutrition disorders : decreased appetite, hyperkalemia; Skin and subcutaneous tissue dis…
🔄 Drug Interactions ▾
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Do not exceed the 5 mg dose of VESIcare with concomitant use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors. ( 7.1 )
7.1Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors Solifenacin is a substrate of CYP3A4. Concomitant use of ketoconazole, a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor, significantly increased the exposure of solifenacin [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . The dosage of VESIcare greater than 5 mg once daily is not recommended when concomitantly used with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 )] .
👥 Use in Specific Populations ▾
8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS
8.1Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no studies with the use of solifenacin succinate in pregnant women to inform a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriages, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. No adverse developmental outcomes were observed in animal reproduction studies with oral administration of solifenacin succinate to pregnant mice during the period of organogenesis at a dose resulting in 1.2 times the systemic exposure at the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of 10 mg/day. However, administration of doses 3.6 times and greater than the MRHD during organogenesis produced maternal toxicity in the pregnant mice and resulted in developmental toxicity and reduced fetal body weights in offspring [see Data ] .
In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects or miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively. Data Animal Data Oral administration of 14 C-solifenacin succinate to pregnant mice resulted in the recovery of radiolabel in the fetus indicating that solifenacin-related product can cross the placental barrier. In pregnant mice, administration of solifenacin succinate at a dose of 250 mg/kg/day (7.9 times the systemic exposure at the MRHD of 10 mg), resulted in an increased incidence of cleft palate and increased maternal lethality.
Administration of solifenacin succinate to pregnant mice during organogenesis at greater than or equal to 3.6 times (100 mg/kg/day and greater) the systemic exposure at the MRHD, resulted in reduced fetal body weights and reduced maternal body weight gain. No embryo-fetal toxicity or teratogenicity was observed in fetuses from pregnant mice treated with solifenacin succinate at a dose of 30 mg/kg/day (1.2 times the systemic exposure at the MRHD). Administration of solifenacin succinate to pregnant rats and rabbits at a dose of 50 mg/kg/day (< 1 times and 1.8 times the systemic exposure at the MRHD, respectively), resulted in no findings of embryo-fetal toxicity.
Oral pre- and post-natal administration of solifenacin succinate at 100 mg/kg/day (3.6 times the systemic exposure at the MRHD) during the period of organogenesis through weaning, resulted in reduced peripartum and postnatal survival, reduced body weight gain by the pups, and delayed physical development (eye opening and vaginal patency). An increase in the percentage of male offspring was also observed in litters from offspring (F2 generation) exposed to maternal doses of 250 mg/kg/day. There were no effects on natural delivery in mice treated with 1.2 times (30 mg/kg/day) the expected systemic exposure at the MRHD.
8.2Lactation Risk Summary There is no information on the presence of solifenacin in human milk, the effects on the breastfed child, or the effects on milk production. Solifenacin is present in mouse milk [see Data ] . When a drug is present in animal milk, it is likely that the drug will be present in human milk.
The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for VESIcare and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from VESIcare or from the underlying maternal condition. Data Animal Data Oral administration of 14 C-solifenacin succinate to lactating mice resulted in the recovery of radioactivity in maternal milk. Lactating female mice orally administered solifenacin succinate at a maternally toxic dose of 100 mg/kg/day (3.6 times the systemic exposure at the MRHD) had increased postpartum pup mortality, pups with reduced body weights, or delays in the onset of reflex and physical development.
Pups from lactating dams orally administered solifenacin succinate at a dose of 30 mg/kg/day (1.2 times the systemic exposure at the MRHD) had no discernible adverse findings. The concentrations of solifenacin in animal milk does not necessarily predict the concentration of drug in human milk.
8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effec…
🤰 Pregnancy ▾
8.1Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no studies with the use of solifenacin succinate in pregnant women to inform a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriages, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. No adverse developmental outcomes were observed in animal reproduction studies with oral administration of solifenacin succinate to pregnant mice during the period of organogenesis at a dose resulting in 1.2 times the systemic exposure at the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of 10 mg/day. However, administration of doses 3.6 times and greater than the MRHD during organogenesis produced maternal toxicity in the pregnant mice and resulted in developmental toxicity and reduced fetal body weights in offspring [see Data ] .
In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects or miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively. Data Animal Data Oral administration of 14 C-solifenacin succinate to pregnant mice resulted in the recovery of radiolabel in the fetus indicating that solifenacin-related product can cross the placental barrier. In pregnant mice, administration of solifenacin succinate at a dose of 250 mg/kg/day (7.9 times the systemic exposure at the MRHD of 10 mg), resulted in an increased incidence of cleft palate and increased maternal lethality.
Administration of solifenacin succinate to pregnant mice during organogenesis at greater than or equal to 3.6 times (100 mg/kg/day and greater) the systemic exposure at the MRHD, resulted in reduced fetal body weights and reduced maternal body weight gain. No embryo-fetal toxicity or teratogenicity was observed in fetuses from pregnant mice treated with solifenacin succinate at a dose of 30 mg/kg/day (1.2 times the systemic exposure at the MRHD). Administration of solifenacin succinate to pregnant rats and rabbits at a dose of 50 mg/kg/day (< 1 times and 1.8 times the systemic exposure at the MRHD, respectively), resulted in no findings of embryo-fetal toxicity.
Oral pre- and post-natal administration of solifenacin succinate at 100 mg/kg/day (3.6 times the systemic exposure at the MRHD) during the period of organogenesis through weaning, resulted in reduced peripartum and postnatal survival, reduced body weight gain by the pups, and delayed physical development (eye opening and vaginal patency). An increase in the percentage of male offspring was also observed in litters from offspring (F2 generation) exposed to maternal doses of 250 mg/kg/day. There were no effects on natural delivery in mice treated with 1.2 times (30 mg/kg/day) the expected systemic exposure at the MRHD.
🧒 Pediatric Use ▾
8.4Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of VESIcare Tablets have not been established in pediatric patients.
🧓 Geriatric Use ▾
8.5Geriatric Use In placebo-controlled clinical studies, similar safety and effectiveness were observed between geriatric patients (623 patients ≥ 65 years and 189 patients ≥ 75 years) and younger adult patients (1188 patients < 65 years) treated with VESIcare [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] .
🆘 Overdosage ▾
10 OVERDOSAGE Overdosage with VESIcare can potentially result in severe antimuscarinic effects and should be treated accordingly. The highest dose ingested in an accidental overdose of solifenacin succinate was 280 mg (28 times the maximum dosage) in a 5-hour period. This case was associated with mental status changes.
Some cases reported a decrease in the level of consciousness. Intolerable antimuscarinic adverse reactions (fixed and dilated pupils, blurred vision, failure of heel-to-toe exam, tremors, and dry skin) occurred on day 3 in normal volunteers taking 50 mg daily (5 times the maximum recommended therapeutic dose) and resolved within 7 days following discontinuation of drug. In the event of overdose with VESIcare, treat with gastric lavage and appropriate supportive measures.
ECG monitoring is also recommended.
🧬 Clinical Pharmacology ▾
12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
12.1Mechanism of Action Solifenacin is a competitive muscarinic receptor antagonist. Muscarinic receptors play an important role in several major cholinergically mediated functions, including contractions of urinary bladder smooth muscle.
12.2Pharmacodynamics Cardiac Electrophysiology The effect of 10 mg and 30 mg solifenacin succinate (three times the maximum recommended dose) on the QT interval was evaluated at the time of peak plasma concentration of solifenacin in a multi-dose, randomized, double-blind, placebo and positive-controlled (moxifloxacin 400 mg) trial [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )]. After receiving placebo and moxifloxacin sequentially, subjects were randomized to one of two treatment groups. One group (n=51) completed 3 additional sequential periods of dosing with solifenacin succinate 10, 20, and 30 mg while the second group (n=25) in parallel completed a sequence of placebo and moxifloxacin.
Study subjects were female volunteers aged 19 to 79 years. The 30 mg dose of solifenacin succinate (three times the highest recommended dose) was chosen for use in this study because this dose results in a solifenacin exposure that covers those observed upon coadministration of 10 mg VESIcare with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, 400 mg). Due to the sequential dose escalating nature of the study, baseline ECG measurements were separated from the final QT assessment (of the 30 mg dose level) by 33 days.
The median difference from baseline in heart rate associated with the 10 and 30 mg doses of solifenacin succinate compared to placebo was -2 and 0 beats/minute, respectively. Because a significant period effect on QTc was observed, the QTc effects were analyzed utilizing the parallel placebo control arm rather than the pre-specified intra-patient analysis. Representative results are shown in Table 2 .
Table 2: QTc changes in msec (90% CI) from baseline at T max (relative to placebo) Results displayed are those derived from the parallel design portion of the study and represent the comparison of Group 1 to time-matched placebo effects in Group 2. Drug/Dose Fridericia method (using mean difference) Solifenacin succinate 10 mg 2 (-3, 6) Solifenacin succinate 30 mg 8 (4, 13) Moxifloxacin was included as a positive control in this study and, given the length of the study, its effect on the QT interval was evaluated in 3 different sessions.
The placebo-subtracted mean changes (90% CI) in QTcF for moxifloxacin in the three sessions were 11 (7, 14), 12 (8, 17), and 16 (12, 21), respectively. The QT interval prolonging effect of the highest solifenacin succinate dose (three times the maximum therapeutic dose) studied was not as large as that of the positive control moxifloxacin at its recommended dose. However, the confidence intervals overlapped, and this study was not designed to draw direct statistical conclusions between the drugs or the dose levels.
12.3Pharmacokinetics Absorption After oral administration of VESIcare in healthy volunteers, peak plasma concentrations (C max ) of solifenacin were reached within 3 to 8 hours after administration and, at steady-state, ranged from 32.3 to 62.9 ng/mL for the 5 and 10 mg VESIcare tablets, respectively. The absolute bioavailability of solifenacin is approximately 90%, with plasma concentrations of solifenacin proportional to the dose administered. Effect of Food VESIcare may be administered without regard to meals.
A single 10 mg dose administration of VESIcare with food increased C max and AUC of solifenacin by 4% and 3%, respectively. Distribution Solifenacin is approximately 98% ( in vivo ) bound to human plasma proteins, principally to α 1 -acid glycoprotein. Solifenacin is highly distributed to non-CNS tissues, having a mean steady-state volume of distribution of 600 L.
Elimination The elimination half-life (t 1/2 ) of solifenacin following chronic dosing is approximately 45-68 hours. Metabolism Solifenacin is extensively metaboliz…
🧬 Mechanism of Action ▾
12.1Mechanism of Action Solifenacin is a competitive muscarinic receptor antagonist. Muscarinic receptors play an important role in several major cholinergically mediated functions, including contractions of urinary bladder smooth muscle.
📦 How Supplied / Storage and Handling ▾
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING VESIcare is supplied as round, film-coated tablets, available in bottles as follows: Each 5 mg tablet is light yellow and debossed with a logo and “150” and is available as follows: Bottle of 30 NDC 51248-150-01 Each 10 mg tablet is light pink and debossed with a logo and “151” and is available as follows: Bottle of 30 NDC 51248-151-01 Bottle of 90 NDC 51248-151-03 Store at 25°C (77°F) with excursions permitted from 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].
📋 Description ▾
11 DESCRIPTION VESIcare (solifenacin succinate) is a muscarinic receptor antagonist. Chemically, solifenacin succinate is a butanedioic acid compound with (1 S )-(3 R )-1-azabicyclo[2.2.2]oct-3-yl 3,4-dihydro-1-phenyl-2(1 H )-iso-quinolinecarboxylate (1:1) having an empirical formula of C 23 H 26 N 2 O 2 •C 4 H 6 O 4 , and a molecular weight of 480.55. The structural formula of solifenacin succinate is: Solifenacin succinate is a white to pale-yellowish-white crystal or crystalline powder.
It is freely soluble at room temperature in water, glacial acetic acid, dimethyl sulfoxide, and methanol. Each VESIcare tablet contains 5 or 10 mg of solifenacin succinate and is for oral administration. In addition to the active ingredient solifenacin succinate, each VESIcare tablet also contains the following inactive ingredients: lactose monohydrate, corn starch, hypromellose 2910, magnesium stearate, talc, polyethylene glycol 8000 and titanium dioxide with yellow ferric oxide (5 mg VESIcare tablet) or red ferric oxide (10 mg VESIcare tablet). structure of Solifenacin succinate
💬 Information for Patients ▾
17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Patient Information). Angioedema and Anaphylactic Reactions Inform patients that angioedema and anaphylactic reactions have been reported in patients treated with VESIcare. Angioedema and anaphylactic reactions may be life-threatening.
Advise patients to promptly discontinue VESIcare therapy and seek immediate attention if they experience edema of the tongue or laryngopharynx, or difficulty breathing [see Contraindications ( 4 ) and Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . Urinary Retention Inform patients that VESIcare may cause urinary retention in patients with conditions associated with bladder outlet obstruction [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . Gastrointestinal Disorders Inform patients that VESIcare may cause further decrease in gastrointestinal motility in patients with conditions associated with decreased gastrointestinal motility.
VESIcare has been associated with constipation and dry mouth. Advise patients to contact their health care providers if they experience severe abdominal pain or become constipated for 3 or more days [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] . Central Nervous System Effects Because VESIcare, like other antimuscarinic agents, may cause central nervous system effects or blurred vision, advise patients to exercise caution in decisions to engage in potentially dangerous activities until the drug’s effect on the patient has been determined [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] .
Narrow-Angle Glaucoma Inform patients that VESIcare, like other antimuscarinics, may cause worsening of the glaucoma condition in patients with narrow-angle glaucoma [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] . Dry Skin Inform patients that VESIcare, like other antimuscarinics, may cause dry skin due to decreased sweating. Heat prostration due to decreased sweating can occur when VESIcare is used in a hot environment [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )] .
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