Vyzulta

Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP Last updated on RxList:10/17/2022

Drug Summary

What Is Vyzulta?

Vyzulta (latanoprostene bunodophthalmicsolution) 0.024%, for topical ophthalmic use is aprostaglandinanalogindicated for the reduction ofintraocular pressurein patients withopen-angle glaucomaorocularhypertension.

What Are Side Effects of Vyzulta?

Vyzulta may cause serious side effects including:

  • hives,
  • difficulty breathing,
  • swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat,
  • eye swelling,
  • eye redness,
  • severe discomfort,
  • crusting or drainage from the eye,
  • red, swollen, or itchy eyelids,
  • sudden vision changes, and
  • severe pain, burning, stinging, or irritation after using the medicine

Get medical help right away, if you have any of the symptoms listed above.

Common side effects of Vyzulta include:

  • eye redness anddischarge,
  • eye irritation,
  • eye pain,
  • eyelash changes,
  • and pain on instilling the drops.

Seek medical care or call 911 at once if you have the following serious side effects:

  • Serious eye symptoms such as sudden vision loss, blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain or swelling, or seeing halos around lights;
  • Serious heart symptoms such as fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeats; fluttering in your chest; shortness of breath; and sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, or passing out;
  • Severe headache, confusion, slurred speech, arm or leg weakness, trouble walking, loss of coordination, feeling unsteady, very stiff muscles, high fever, profuse sweating, or tremors.

This document does not contain all possible side effects and others may occur. Check with your physician for additional information about side effects.

Dosage for Vyzulta

The dose of Vyzulta is one drop in the affected eye(s)once daily in the evening. If more than one topical ophthalmic drug is being used, the drugs should be administered with at least five (5) minutes between applications.

What Drugs, Substances, or Supplements Interact with Vyzulta?

Vyzulta may interact with other drugs. Tell your doctor all medications and supplements you use.

Vyzulta During Pregnancy or Breastfeeding

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant before using Vyzulta; it is unknown how it would affect a fetus. It is unknown if Vyzulta passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Additional Information

Our Vyzulta (latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic solution) 0.024%, for Topical Ophthalmic Use Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.

Drug Description

DESCRIPTION

VYZULTA™ (latanoprostene bunodophthalmicsolution), 0.024% is aprostaglandinanalogformulated as a sterile topical ophthalmic solution. VYZULTA contains the active ingredient latanoprostene bunod 0.24 mg/mL, the preservative benzalkonium chloride 0.2 mg/mL, and the following inactive ingredients: polysorbate 80, glycerin,EDTA, and water. The formulation is buffered to pH 5.5 with citric acid/sodium citrate.

Its chemical name is 4-(Nitrooxy)butyl (5Z)-7-{(1R,2R,3R,5S)-3,5-dihydroxy-2-[(3R)-3-hydroxy-5- phenylpentyl]cyclopentyl}hept-5-enoate. Its molecular formula is C27H41NO8. Molecular weight: 507.62. Its chemical structure is:

Figure 1

VYZULTA (latanoprostene bunod) - Structural Formula Illustration

Latanoprostene bunod is a colorless to yellow oil.

Indications & Dosage

INDICATIONS

VYZULTAR® (latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic solution) 0.024% is indicated for the reduction of intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

The recommended dosage is one drop in the conjunctival sac of the affected eye(s) once daily in the evening. Do not administer VYZULTA (latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic solution), 0.024% more than once daily since it has been shown that more frequent administration of prostaglandin analogs may lessen the intraocular pressure lowering effect.

If VYZULTA is to be used concomitantly with other topical ophthalmic drug products to lower intraocular pressure, administer each drug product at least five (5) minutes apart.

HOW SUPPLIED

Dosage Forms And Strengths

VYZULTA is a topical ophthalmic solution containing latanoprostene bunod, 0.24 mg/mL.

Storage And Handling

VYZULTA(latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic solution), 0.024% is supplied in low density polyethylene bottles with dropper tips and turquoise caps in the following sizes:

2.5 mL fill in a 4 mL white container -NDC24208-504-02
5 mL fill in a 7.5 mL natural container -NDC24208-504-05

Storage

Unopened bottle should be stored refrigerated at 2° to 8°C (36° to 46°F). Once a bottle is opened it may be stored at 2° to 25°C (36° to 77°F) for 8 weeks.

During shipment, bottles may be maintained at temperatures up to 40°C (104°F) for a period not exceeding 14 days.

Protect from light. Protect from freezing.

Distributed by: Bausch + Lomb, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 USA. Manufactured by: Bausch & Lomb Incorporated, Tampa, FL 33637 USA. Revised: May 2019

Side Effects & Drug Interactions

SIDE EFFECTS

The following adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling:

  • Pigmentation [see警告AND PRECAUTIONS]
  • Eyelash Changes [see警告AND PRECAUTIONS]
  • Intraocular Inflammation [see警告AND PRECAUTIONS]
  • Macular Edema [see警告AND PRECAUTIONS]
  • 细菌性角膜炎(见警告AND PRECAUTIONS]
  • Use with Contact Lens [see警告AND PRECAUTIONS]

Clinical 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.

VYZULTA was evaluated in 811 patients in 2 controlled clinical trials of up to 12 months duration. The most common ocular adverse reactions observed in patients treated with latanoprostene bunod were: conjunctival hyperemia (6%), eye irritation (4%), eye pain (3%), and instillation site pain (2%). Approximately 0.6% of patients discontinued therapy due to ocular adverse reactions including ocular hyperemia, conjunctival irritation, eye irritation, eye pain, conjunctival edema, vision blurred, punctate keratitis and foreign body sensation.

DRUG INTERACTIONS

No Information provided

Warnings & Precautions

警告

Included as part of thePRECAUTIONSsection.

PRECAUTIONS

Pigmentation

VYZULTA (latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic solution), 0.024% may cause changes to pigmented tissues. The most frequently reported changes with prostaglandin analogs have been increased pigmentation of the iris and periorbital tissue (eyelid).

Pigmentation is expected to increase as long as latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic solution is administered. The pigmentation change is due to increased melanin content in the melanocytes rather than to an increase in the number of melanocytes. After discontinuation of VYZULTA, pigmentation of the iris is likely to be permanent, while pigmentation of the periorbital tissue and eyelash changes are likely to be reversible in most patients. Patients who receive prostaglandin analogs, including VYZULTA, should be informed of the possibility of increased pigmentation, including permanent changes. The long-term effects of increased pigmentation are not known.

Iris color change may not be noticeable for several months to years. Typically, the brown pigmentation around the pupil spreads concentrically towards the periphery of the iris and the entire iris or parts of the iris become more brownish. Neither nevi nor freckles of the iris appear to be affected by treatment. While treatment with VYZULTA (latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic solution), 0.024% can be continued in patients who develop noticeably increased iris pigmentation, these patients should be examined regularly [seePatient Counseling Information].

Eyelash Changes

VYZULTA may gradually change eyelashes and vellus hair in the treated eye. These changes include increased length, thickness, and the number of lashes or hairs. Eyelash changes are usually reversible upon discontinuation of treatment.

Intraocular Inflammation

VYZULTA应该小心使用wi的病人th a history of intraocular inflammation (iritis/uveitis) and should generally not be used in patients with active intraocular inflammation as it may exacerbate this condition.

Macular Edema

Macular edema, including cystoid macular edema, has been reported during treatment with prostaglandin analogs. VYZULTA should be used with caution in aphakic patients, in pseudophakic patients with a torn posterior lens capsule, or in patients with known risk factors for macular edema.

Bacterial Keratitis

There have been reports of bacterial keratitis associated with the use of multiple-dose containers of topical ophthalmic products. These containers had been inadvertently contaminated by patients who, in most cases, had a concurrent corneal disease or a disruption of the ocular epithelial surface.

Use With Contact Lens

Contact lenses should be removed prior to the administration of VYZULTA because this product contains benzalkonium chloride. Lenses may be reinserted 15 minutes after administration.

Nonclinical Toxicology

Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment Of Fertility

Latanoprostene bunod was not mutagenic in bacteria and did not induce micronuclei formation in the in vivo rat bone marrow micronucleus assay. Chromosomal aberrations were observed in vitro with human lymphocytes in the absence of metabolic activation.

Latanoprostene bunod has not been tested for carcinogenic activity in long-term animal studies. Latanoprost acid is a main metabolite of latanoprostene bunod. Exposure of rats and mice to latanoprost acid, resulting from oral dosing with latanoprost in lifetime rodent bioassays, was not carcinogenic.

Fertility studies have not been conducted with latanoprostene bunod. The potential to impact fertility can be partially characterized by exposure to latanoprost acid, a common metabolite of both latanoprostene bunod and latanoprost. Latanoprost acid has not been found to have any effect on male or female fertility in animal studies.

Use In Specific Populations

Pregnancy

Risk Summary

There are no available human data for the use of VYZULTA during pregnancy to inform any drug associated risks.

Latanoprostene bunod has caused miscarriages, abortion, and fetal harm in rabbits. Latanoprostene bunod was shown to be abortifacient and teratogenic when administered intravenously (IV) to pregnant rabbits at exposures ≥ 0.28 times the clinical dose. Doses ≥ 20 mcg/kg/day (23 times the clinical dose) produced 100% embryofetal lethality. Structural abnormalities observed in rabbit fetuses included anomalies of the great vessels and aortic arch vessels, domed head, sternebral and vertebral skeletal anomalies, limb hyperextension and malrotation, abdominal distension and edema. Latanoprostene bunod was not teratogenic in the rat when administered IV at 150 mcg/kg/day (87 times the clinical dose) [seeData].

The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. However, the background risk in the U.S. general population of major birth defects is 2 to 4%, and of miscarriage is 15 to 20%, of clinically recognized pregnancies.

Data

Animal Data

Embryofetal studies were conducted in pregnant rabbits administered latanoprostene bunod daily by intravenous injection on gestation days 7 through 19, to target the period of organogenesis. The doses administered ranged from 0.24 to 80 mcg/kg/day.Abortionoccurred at doses ≥ 0.24 mcg/kg/day latanoprostene bunod (0.28 times the clinical dose, on a body surface area basis, assuming 100% absorption). Embryofetal lethality (resorption) was increased in latanoprostene bunod treatment groups, as evidenced by increases in early resorptions at doses ≥ 0.24 mcg/kg/day and late resorptions at doses ≥ 6 mcg/kg/day (approximately 7 times the clinical dose). No fetuses survived in any rabbit pregnancy at doses of 20 mcg/kg/day (23 times the clinical dose) or greater. Latanoprostene bunod produced structural abnormalities at doses ≥ 0.24 mcg/kg/day (0.28 times the clinical dose). Malformations included anomalies ofsternum,coarctation of the aortawithpulmonary trunkdilation, retroesophagealsubclavianartery with absent brachiocephalic artery, domed head, forepaw hyperextension and hindlimb malrotation, abdominaldistention/edema, and missing/fusedcaudalvertebrae.

An embryofetal study was conducted in pregnant rats administered latanoprostene bunod daily by intravenous injection on gestation days 7 through 17, to target the period of organogenesis. The doses administered ranged from 150 to 1500 mcg/kg/ day. Maternal toxicity was produced at 1500 mcg/kg/day (870 times the clinical dose, on a body surface area basis, assuming 100% absorption), as evidenced by reduced maternal weight gain. Embryofetal lethality (resorption and fetal death) and structural anomalies were produced at doses ≥ 300 mcg/kg/day (174 times the clinical dose). Malformations included anomalies of the sternum, domed head, forepaw hyperextension and hindlimb malrotation, vertebral anomalies and delayedossificationofdistallimb bones. A no observedadverse effectlevel (NOAEL) was established at 150 mcg/kg/day (87 times the clinical dose) in this study.

Lactation

Risk Summary

There are no data on the presence of VYZULTA in human milk, the effects on the breastfed infant, or the effects on milk production. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered, along with the mother’s clinical need for VYZULTA, and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed infant from VYZULTA.

Pediatric Use

Use in pediatric patients aged 16 years and younger is not recommended because of potential safety concerns related to increasedpigmentationfollowing long-term chronic use.

Geriatric Use

No overall clinical differences in safety or effectiveness have been observed between elderly and other adult patients.

Overdose & Contraindications

OVERDOSE

No Information provided

CONTRAINDICATIONS

None.

Clinical Pharmacology

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY

Mechanism Of Action

Latanoprostene bunod is thought to lowerintraocular pressureby increasing outflow ofaqueous humorthrough both the trabecular meshwork and uveoscleral routes.Intraocularpressure is a major modifiablerisk factorforglaucomaprogression. Reduction of intraocular pressure reduces risk of glaucomatousvisual fieldloss.

Pharmacodynamics

降低眼压appro开始ximately 1 to 3 hours after the first administration with the maximum effect reached after 11-13 hours in eyes with elevated intraocular pressure.

Pharmacokinetics

Absorption

The systemic exposure of latanoprostene bunod and its metabolites latanoprost acid andbutanediolmononitrate were evaluated in one study with 22 healthy subjects after topicalocularadministration of VYZULTA 0.024% once daily (one drop bilaterally in the morning) for 28 days. There were no quantifiable plasma concentrations of latanoprostene bunod (lower limit of quantitation, LLOQ, of 10.0 pg/mL) or butanediol mononitrate (LLOQ of 200 pg/mL) post-dose on Day 1 and Day 28. The mean maximal plasma concentrations (Cmax) of latanoprost acid (LLOQ of 30 pg/mL) were 59.1 pg/mL and 51.1 pg/mL on Day 1 and Day 28, respectively. The mean time of maximal plasma concentration (Tmax) for latanoprost acid was approximately 5 minutes postadministration on both Day 1 and Day 28.

Distribution

There were no ocular distribution studies performed in humans.

Metabolism

After topical ocular administration, latanoprostene bunod is rapidly metabolized in the eye to latanoprost acid (active moiety), an F2α prostaglandin analog, and butanediol mononitrate. After latanoprost acid reaches the systemiccirculation, it is primarily metabolized by the liver to the 1,2-dinor and 1,2,3,4-tetranor metabolites viafatty acidβ-oxidation.

Butanediol mononitrate is metabolized to 1,4-butanediol andnitric oxide. The metabolite 1,4-butanediol is further oxidized to succinic acid and enters the tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle.

Elimination

The elimination of latanoprost acid from human plasma is rapid as latanoprost acid plasma concentration dropped below the LLOQ (30 pg/mL) in the majority of subjects by 15 minutes following ocular administration of VYZULTA 0.024% in humans.

Animal Toxicology And/Or Pharmacology

A 9-monthtoxicologystudy administered topical ocular doses of latanoprostene bunod to one eye of cynomolgus monkeys: control (vehicle only), one drop of 0.024% bid, one drop of 0.04% bid and two drops of 0.04% per dose, bid. The systemic exposures are equivalent to 4.2-fold, 7.9-fold, and 13.5-fold the clinical dose, respectively, on a body surface area basis (assuming 100% absorption).Microscopicevaluation of thelungsafter 9 months observedpleural/subpleural chronic fibrosis/inflammation in the 0.04% dose male groups, with increasing incidence and severity compared to controls. Lung toxicity was not observed at the 0.024% dose.

Clinical Studies

In clinical studies up to 12 months duration, patients withopen-angle glaucomaor ocularhypertensionwith average baseline intraocular pressures (IOPs) of 26.7 mmHg, theIOP-lowering effect of VYZULTA (latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic solution) 0.024% once daily (in the evening) was up to 7 to 9 mmHg.

Medication Guide

PATIENT INFORMATION

Potential For Pigmentation

Patients should be advised about the potential for increased brown pigmentation of theiris, which may be permanent. Patients should also be informed about the possibility ofeyelidskin darkening, which is usually reversible after discontinuation of VYZULTA.

Potential For Eyelash Changes

Patients should also be informed of the possibility of eyelash and vellus hair changes in the treated eye during treatment with VYZULTA. These changes may result in a disparity between eyes in length, thickness, pigmentation, number of eyelashes or vellus hairs, and/or direction of eyelash growth. Eyelash changes are usually reversible upon discontinuation of treatment.

Handling The Container

应指导患者避免允许the tip of the dispensing container to contact the eye, surrounding structures, fingers, or any other surface in order to avoid contamination of the solution by common bacteria known to cause ocular infections. Serious damage to the eye and subsequent loss of vision may result from using contaminated solutions.

When To Seek Physician Advice

Advise patients that if they develop a new ocular condition (e.g.,traumaor infection), experience a sudden decrease invisual acuity, have ocular surgery, or develop any ocular reactions, particularlyconjunctivitisand eyelid reactions, they should immediately seek their physician’s advice concerning the continued use of VYZULTA.

Use With Contact Lenses

Contact lenses should be removed prior to administration of the solution. Lenses may be reinserted 15 minutes following administration of VYZULTA.

Use With Other Ophthalmic Drugs

如果不止一个局部眼科药物used, the drugs should be administered with at least five (5) minutes between applications.

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