Daybue (Trofinetide)
Dosage & administration
| Patient Weight | Recommended Dosage |
|---|---|
| 9 kg to less than 12 kg | 5,000 mg twice daily |
| 12 kg to less than 20 kg | 6,000 mg twice daily |
| 20 kg to less than 35 kg | 8,000 mg twice daily |
| 35 kg to less than 50 kg | 10,000 mg twice daily |
| 50 kg or more | 12,000 mg twice daily |
2.1 Recommended DosagePatient Weight | Recommended Dosage |
|---|---|
9 kg to less than 12 kg | 5,000 mg twice daily |
12 kg to less than 20 kg | 6,000 mg twice daily |
20 kg to less than 35 kg | 8,000 mg twice daily |
35 kg to less than 50 kg | 10,000 mg twice daily |
50 kg or more | 12,000 mg twice daily |
2.3 DAYBUE STIX for Oral Solution PreparationDose | DAYBUE STIX Packet(s) Needed to Prepare Each Dose | Volume of Liquid Required to Dissolve Entire Dose Liquid types include water or water-based beverage. ,Volume should be selected within the recommended range based on individual patient factors. |
|---|---|---|
5,000 mg | One 5,000 mg packet | 15 mL to 60 mL |
6,000 mg | One 6,000 mg packet | 15 mL to 60 mL |
8,000 mg | One 8,000 mg packet | 25 mL to 120 mL |
10,000 mg | Two 5,000 mg packets | 30 mL to 120 mL (each packet requires 15 mL to 60 mL) |
12,000 mg | Two 6,000 mg packets | 30 mL to 120 mL (each packet requires 15 mL to 60 mL) |
2.6 Dosage Recommendations in Patients with Renal ImpairmentPatient Weight | Recommended Dosage |
|---|---|
9 kg to less than 12 kg | 2,500 mg twice daily Use DAYBUE oral solution to administer this dosage. |
12 kg to less than 20 kg | 3,000 mg twice daily |
20 kg to less than 35 kg | 4,000 mg twice daily |
35 kg to less than 50 kg | 5,000 mg twice daily |
50 kg or more | 6,000 mg twice daily |
8.6 Renal ImpairmentMild renal impairment is not expected to impact the exposure of trofinetide; therefore, dosage adjustment is not necessary. Dosage adjustment of DAYBUE or DAYBUE STIX is recommended in patients with moderate renal impairment (adult: eGFR 30 to 59 mL/min; pediatric: eGFR 30 to 59 mL/min/1.73 m2)
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Daybue prescribing information
Dosage and Administration (2.1 Recommended DosageThe recommended dosage of DAYBUE or DAYBUE STIX is based on patient weight as shown in Table 1 . Administer DAYBUE or DAYBUE STIX orally or via gastrostomy (G) tube twice daily, in the morning and evening, with or without food. Doses administered via gastrojejunal (GJ) tubes must be administered through the G-port.
2.2 DAYBUE Oral Solution PreparationTable 2 includes the volume of DAYBUE oral solution to administer for the corresponding recommended dosage[see Dosage and Administration (2.1, 2.6)] . A calibrated measuring device, such as an oral syringe or oral dosing cup, should be obtained from the pharmacy to measure and deliver the prescribed dose accurately. A household measuring cup, teaspoon, or tablespoon is not an adequate measuring device.
Discard any unused DAYBUE oral solution after 14 days of first opening the bottle [see How Supplied/Storage and Handling (16.2)] .2.3 DAYBUE STIX for Oral Solution PreparationPrior to administration, DAYBUE STIX for oral solution powder must be dissolved in a cold to room temperature water or water-based beverage (juice, tea, lemonade, limeade, or liquid hydration). Preparation of DAYBUE STIX
2.6 Dosage Recommendations in Patients with Renal ImpairmentNo dosage adjustment is recommended for patients with mild renal impairment (estimated glomerular filtration rate [eGFR] 60 to 89 mL/min for adult patients or 60 to 89 mL/min/1.73 m2for pediatric patients). The recommended dosage of DAYBUE or DAYBUE STIX for patients with moderate renal impairment (eGFR 30 to 59 mL/min for adult patients or 30 to 59 mL/min/1.73 m2for pediatric patients) is described in Table 4 [see Use in Specific Populations (8.6), Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. DAYBUE and DAYBUE STIX are not recommended for patients with severe renal impairment (eGFR less than 30 mL/min for adult patients or less than 30 mL/min/1.73 m2for pediatric patients).For patients with moderate renal impairment who require a dose less than 5,000 mg, DAYBUE oral solution is recommended. Do not attempt to use partial packets of DAYBUE STIX to prepare a dose.
| 12/2025 |
DAYBUE and DAYBUE STIX are indicated for the treatment of Rett syndrome in adults and pediatric patients 2 years of age and older.
- Recommended dosage is twice daily, morning and evening, according to patient weight. DAYBUE or DAYBUE STIX can be given with or without food. ()
2.1 Recommended DosageThe recommended dosage of DAYBUE or DAYBUE STIX is based on patient weight as shown inTable 1. Administer DAYBUE or DAYBUE STIX orally or via gastrostomy (G) tube twice daily, in the morning and evening, with or without food. Doses administered via gastrojejunal (GJ) tubes must be administered through the G-port.Table 1 Recommended Dosage of DAYBUE or DAYBUE STIX in Patients 2 Years of Age and Older Patient WeightRecommended Dosage 9 kg to less than 12 kg5,000 mg twice daily 12 kg to less than 20 kg6,000 mg twice daily 20 kg to less than 35 kg8,000 mg twice daily 35 kg to less than 50 kg10,000 mg twice daily 50 kg or more12,000 mg twice daily
| Patient Weight | Recommended Dosage |
|---|---|
| 9 kg to less than 12 kg | 5,000 mg twice daily |
| 12 kg to less than 20 kg | 6,000 mg twice daily |
| 20 kg to less than 35 kg | 8,000 mg twice daily |
| 35 kg to less than 50 kg | 10,000 mg twice daily |
| 50 kg or more | 12,000 mg twice daily |
- Can be given orally or via gastrostomy (G) tube; doses administered via gastrojejunal (GJ) tubes must be administered through the G-port. ()
2.1 Recommended DosageThe recommended dosage of DAYBUE or DAYBUE STIX is based on patient weight as shown inTable 1. Administer DAYBUE or DAYBUE STIX orally or via gastrostomy (G) tube twice daily, in the morning and evening, with or without food. Doses administered via gastrojejunal (GJ) tubes must be administered through the G-port.Table 1 Recommended Dosage of DAYBUE or DAYBUE STIX in Patients 2 Years of Age and Older Patient WeightRecommended Dosage 9 kg to less than 12 kg5,000 mg twice daily 12 kg to less than 20 kg6,000 mg twice daily 20 kg to less than 35 kg8,000 mg twice daily 35 kg to less than 50 kg10,000 mg twice daily 50 kg or more12,000 mg twice daily - See Full Prescribing Information for instruction on dissolving DAYBUE STIX for oral solution powder. ()
2.3 DAYBUE STIX for Oral Solution PreparationPrior to administration, DAYBUE STIX for oral solution powder must be dissolved in a cold to room temperature water or water-based beverage (juice, tea, lemonade, limeade, or liquid hydration).Preparation of DAYBUE STIX- Determine the correct dosage as shown inTable 1orTable 4(for patients with moderate renal impairment).
- Select the appropriate packet strength and number of packets required for each dose, as shown inTable 3.
- Determine the appropriate volume of liquid within the recommended volume range as shown inTable 3, based on individual patient factors (e.g., age, palatability).
- Measure the volume of liquid determined in Step 3 by using a calibrated measuring device obtained from the pharmacy.
- Empty the entire contents of the DAYBUE STIX packet(s) into the measured liquid. Do not attempt to use partial packets to prepare a dose.
- Stir until the powder is completely dissolved.
- Administer the prepared oral solution immediately; do not store for future use.
- Discard any prepared oral solution that is not immediately administered.
Table 3 Preparation Instructions for DAYBUE STIX for Oral Solution Powder DoseDAYBUE STIX Packet(s) Needed to Prepare Each Dose Volume of Liquid Required to Dissolve Entire Dose Liquid types include water or water-based beverage.,Volume should be selected within the recommended range based on individual patient factors.5,000 mgOne 5,000 mg packet 15 mL to 60 mL 6,000 mgOne 6,000 mg packet 15 mL to 60 mL 8,000 mgOne 8,000 mg packet 25 mL to 120 mL 10,000 mgTwo 5,000 mg packets 30 mL to 120 mL
(each packet requires 15 mL to 60 mL)12,000 mgTwo 6,000 mg packets 30 mL to 120 mL
(each packet requires 15 mL to 60 mL) - See Full Prescribing Information for dosage recommendations in patients with renal impairment. (,
2.6 Dosage Recommendations in Patients with Renal ImpairmentNo dosage adjustment is recommended for patients with mild renal impairment (estimated glomerular filtration rate [eGFR] 60 to 89 mL/min for adult patients or 60 to 89 mL/min/1.73 m2for pediatric patients). The recommended dosage of DAYBUE or DAYBUE STIX for patients with moderate renal impairment (eGFR 30 to 59 mL/min for adult patients or 30 to 59 mL/min/1.73 m2for pediatric patients) is described inTable 4[see Use in Specific Populations (8.6), Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].DAYBUE and DAYBUE STIX are not recommended for patients with severe renal impairment (eGFR less than 30 mL/min for adult patients or less than 30 mL/min/1.73 m2for pediatric patients).For patients with moderate renal impairment who require a dose less than 5,000 mg, DAYBUE oral solution is recommended. Do not attempt to use partial packets of DAYBUE STIX to prepare a dose.Table 4 Recommended Dosage of DAYBUE or DAYBUE STIX in Patients with Moderate Renal Impairment Patient WeightRecommended Dosage 9 kg to less than 12 kg2,500 mg twice daily Use DAYBUE oral solution to administer this dosage.12 kg to less than 20 kg3,000 mg twice daily 20 kg to less than 35 kg4,000 mg twice daily 35 kg to less than 50 kg5,000 mg twice daily 50 kg or more6,000 mg twice daily )8.6 Renal ImpairmentMild renal impairment is not expected to impact the exposure of trofinetide; therefore, dosage adjustment is not necessary. Dosage adjustment of DAYBUE or DAYBUE STIX is recommended in patients with moderate renal impairment (adult: eGFR 30 to 59 mL/min; pediatric: eGFR 30 to 59 mL/min/1.73 m2)
[see Dosage and Administration (2.6), Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Administration of DAYBUE or DAYBUE STIX to patients with severe renal impairment (eGFR less than 30 mL/min for adults or less than 30 mL/min/1.73 m2for pediatrics) is not recommended.
Oral solution: 200 mg/mL of a pink to red, strawberry flavored solution.
For oral solution: 5,000 mg, 6,000 mg, or 8,000 mg of white, off-white to pinkish powder with strawberry flavor, packaged in individual packets.
Severe renal impairment: DAYBUE and DAYBUE STIX are not recommended. (
8.6 Renal ImpairmentMild renal impairment is not expected to impact the exposure of trofinetide; therefore, dosage adjustment is not necessary. Dosage adjustment of DAYBUE or DAYBUE STIX is recommended in patients with moderate renal impairment (adult: eGFR 30 to 59 mL/min; pediatric: eGFR 30 to 59 mL/min/1.73 m2)
None.