Drug Catalog - Product Detail
GLATIRAMER ACETATE FOR INJECTION (GLATOPA) INJECT. 20MG/ML 30X1ML
| NDC | Mfr | Size | Str | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00781-3234-34 | SANDOZ | 1 | 20MG/ML | SOLUTION |
PACKAGE FILES
Generic Name
GLATIRAMER ACETATE
Substance Name
GLATIRAMER ACETATE
Product Type
HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG
Route
SUBCUTANEOUS
Application Number
ANDA090218
Description
11 DESCRIPTION Glatiramer acetate, the active ingredient of Glatopa, consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000 – 9,000 daltons. Glatiramer acetate is identified by specific antibodies. Chemically, glatiramer acetate is designated L-glutamic acid polymer with L-alanine, L-lysine and L-tyrosine, acetate (salt). Its structural formula is: Glatopa is a clear, colorless to slightly yellow, sterile, nonpyrogenic solution for subcutaneous injection. Each 1 mL of glatiramer acetate injection solution contains 20 mg or 40 mg of glatiramer acetate and the following inactive ingredient: 40 mg of mannitol. The pH of the solutions is approximately 5.5 to 7. The biological activity of glatiramer acetate is determined by its ability to block the induction of experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis (EAE) in mice. structural-formula
How Supplied
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING Glatopa (glatiramer acetate injection) is a clear, colorless to slightly yellow, sterile, nonpyrogenic solution in a 1 mL single-dose glass syringe with attached 1/2 inch length, 29 gauge needle supplied as: • 20 mg per mL in a single-dose, pre-filled syringe with a white plunger, in individual blister packages supplied in 30-count cartons (NDC 0781-3234-34) • 40 mg per mL in a single-dose, pre-filled syringe with a blue plunger, in individual blister packages supplied in 12-count cartons (NDC 0781-3250-89) Some glatiramer acetate products can be administered by an optional compatible autoinjector. Compatible autoinjectors are supplied separately if available, but the availability of compatible autoinjectors may change with time [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ) and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )] . Store Glatopa refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F). If needed, the patient may store Glatopa at room temperature, 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F), for up to one month, but refrigeration is preferred. Avoid exposure to higher temperatures or intense light. Do not freeze Glatopa. If a Glatopa syringe freezes, it should be discarded.
Indications & Usage
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Glatopa is indicated for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), to include clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease, in adults. Glatopa is indicated for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), to include clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease, in adults ( 1 ).
Dosage and Administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION • For subcutaneous injection only; doses are not interchangeable ( 2.1 ) • Glatopa 20 mg/mL per day ( 2.1 ) • Glatopa 40 mg/mL three times per week ( 2.1 ) • Before use, allow the solution to warm to room temperature ( 2.2 ) 2.1 Recommended Dose Glatopa is for subcutaneous use only [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.2 )] . Do not administer intravenously. The dosing schedule depends on the product strength that is selected. The recommended doses are: • Glatopa 20 mg per mL: administer once per day or • Glatopa 40 mg per mL: administer three times per week and at least 48 hours apart. Glatopa 20 mg per mL and Glatopa 40 mg per mL are not interchangeable. 2.2 Instructions for Use Remove one blister-packaged pre-filled syringe from the refrigerated carton. Let the pre-filled syringe stand at room temperature for 20 minutes to allow the solution to warm to room temperature. Visually inspect the syringe for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration. The solution in the syringe should appear clear, colorless to slightly yellow. If particulate matter or discoloration is observed, discard the syringe. Areas for subcutaneous self-injection include arms, abdomen, hips, and thighs. The pre-filled syringe is for single use only. Discard unused portions. Using an autoinjector that is not compatible for use with Sandoz's Glatopa may increase the risk for medication errors, such as dose omission or administration of a partial dose [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] .