Amphetamine

Amphetamine extended-release orally disintegrating tablets are a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant indicated for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in patients 6 years and older [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )] . Limitations of Use The use of amphetamine extended-release orally disintegrating tablets are not recommended in pediatric patients younger than 6 years of age because they had higher plasma exposure and a higher incidence of adverse reactions (e.g., weight loss) than patients 6 years and older at the same dosage [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 ), Use in Specific Populations ( 8.4 )] . …

• May be taken with or without food
• Allow tablet to disintegrate in saliva then
• Swallow
• Pediatric patients (ages 6 to 17 years): Starting dose is 6.3 mg once daily in the morning
• Maximum dose is 18.8 mg once daily for patients 6 to 12 years, and 12.5 mg once daily for patients 13 to 17 years
• Adults: 12.5 mg once daily in the morning
• To avoid substitution errors and overdosage, do not substitute for other amphetamine products on a milligram-per-milligram basis because of different amphetamine base compositions and differing pharmacokinetic profiles
• Pre-treatment Screening Prior to treating patients with amphetamine extended-release orally disintegrating tablets, assess: for the presence of cardiac disease (i.e., perform a careful history, family history of sudden death or ventricular arrhythmia, and physical exam) [see Warnings and Precautions ] . the family history and clinically evaluate patients for motor or verbal tics or Tourette’s syndrome before initiating amphetamine extended-release orally disintegrating tablets [see Warnings and Precautions ]
• General Administration Information Amphetamine extended-release orally disintegrating tablets may be taken orally with or without food
• Individualize the dosage according to the therapeutic needs and response of the patient
• Amphetamine extended-release orally disintegrating tablets should be taken as follows: The tablet should remain in the blister pack until the patient is ready to take it
• The patient or caregiver should use dry hands to open the blister. …

Amphetamine extended-release orally disintegrating tablets 3.1 mg are light yellow, mottled round tablets debossed with “A17” on one side and plain on the other side. Amphetamine extended-release orally disintegrating tablets 6.3 mg are light yellow, mottled round tablets debossed with “A118” on one side and plain on the other side. …

• The safety and effectiveness have been established
• In pediatric patients with ADHD ages 6 to 17 years of age in three adequate and well-controlled clinical trials of up to 4 weeks in duration [see Adverse Reactions , Clinical Pharmacology , Clinical Studies ]
• The safety and effectiveness of amphetamine extended-release orally disintegrating tablets have not been established
• In pediatric patients below the age of 6 years. In studies evaluating extended-release amphetamine products, patients 4 to

Amphetamine extended-release orally disintegrating tablets have not been studied in the geriatric population.

• Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Medication Guide)
• Abuse, Misuse, and Addiction Educate patients and their families about the risks of abuse, misuse, and addiction of amphetamine extended-release orally disintegrating tablets, which can lead to overdose and death, and proper disposal of any unused drug [see Warnings and Precautions , Drug Abuse and Dependence , Overdosage ]
• Advise patients to store amphetamine extended-release orally disintegrating tablets in a safe place, preferably locked, and instruct patients to not give amphetamine extended-release orally disintegrating tablets to anyone else. …

• Amphetamine extended-release orally disintegrating tablets are contraindicated: In patients known to be hypersensitive to amphetamine, or other components of amphetamine extended-release orally disintegrating tablets
• Hypersensitivity reactions such as angioedema and anaphylactic reactions have been reported in patients treated with other amphetamine products [see Adverse Reactions ] . …

Acidifying and Alkalinizing Agents: Agents that alter urinary pH can alter blood levels of amphetamine. Acidifying agents can decrease amphetamine blood levels, while alkalinizing agents can increase amphetamine blood levels. Adjust amphetamine extended-release orally disintegrating tablets dosage accordingly. ( 7.1 ) 7.1 Drugs Having Clinically Important Interactions with Amphetamines Table 5: Drugs having clinically important interactions with amphetamines. …

Risks to Patients with Serious Cardiac Disease: Avoid use in patients with known structural cardiac abnormalities, cardiomyopathy, serious heart arrhythmia, coronary artery disease, or other serious cardiac disease. ( 5.2 ) Increased Blood Pressure and Heart Rate: Monitor blood pressure and pulse. ( 5.3 ) Psychiatric Adverse Reactions: Prior to initiating amphetamine extended-release orally disintegrating tablets, screen patients for risk factors for developing a manic episode. If new psychotic or manic symptoms occur, consider discontinuing amphetamine extended-release orally disintegrating tablets. …

The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling: Abuse, Misuse, and Addiction [see Boxed Warning, Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ), and Drug Abuse and Dependence ( 9.2 , 9.3 )] Hypersensitivity to amphetamine, or other components of amphetamine extended-release orally disintegrating tablets [see Contraindications ( 4 )] Hypertensive Crisis When Used Concomitantly with Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors [see Contraindications ( 4 ) and Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )] Risks to Patients with Serious Cardiac Disease [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Increased Blood Pressure and Heart Rate [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Psychiatric Adverse React …

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Available data from epidemiologic studies and postmarketing reports on the use of amphetamine in pregnant women over decades of use have not identified a drug-associated risk of major birth defects or miscarriage. Neonates exposed to amphetamine in utero are at risk for withdrawal symptoms following delivery. …

Clinical Effects of Overdose Overdose of CNS stimulants is characterized by the following sympathomimetic effects: Cardiovascular effects including tachyarrhythmias, and hypertension or hypotension. Vasospasm, myocardial infarction, or aortic dissection may precipitate sudden cardiac death. Takotsubo cardiomyopathy may develop. CNS effects including psychomotor agitation, confusion, and hallucination. Serotonin syndrome, seizures, cerebral vascular accidents, and coma may occur. Life-threatening hyperthermia (temperatures greater than 104ºF) and rhabdomyolysis may develop. …

9.1 Controlled Substance Amphetamine extended-release orally disintegrating tablets contain amphetamine, a Schedule II controlled substance. 9.2 Abuse Amphetamine extended-release orally disintegrating tablets have a high potential for abuse and misuse which can lead to the development of a substance use disorder, including addiction [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . …

Tome assim que lembrar, a menos que esteja quase na hora da próxima dose. Nesse caso, pule a dose esquecida. Nunca tome duas doses de uma vez para compensar. Confira a bula, pois alguns medicamentos são diferentes.