Voxzogo
(Vosoritide)Dosage & Administration
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Voxzogo Prescribing Information
VOXZOGO is indicated to increase linear growth in pediatric patients with achondroplasia with open epiphyses. This indication is approved under accelerated approval based on an improvement in annualized growth velocity
14 CLINICAL STUDIES14.1 Pediatric Patients 5 Years of Age and OlderThe safety and effectiveness of VOXZOGO in patients with achondroplasia were assessed in one 52-week, multi-center, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, phase 3 study - Study 1 (NCT03197766).
Study 1 was conducted in 121 subjects with genetically-confirmed achondroplasia, who were randomized to either VOXZOGO (N=60) or placebo (N=61). The dosage of VOXZOGO was 15 mcg/kg administered subcutaneously once daily. Baseline standing height, weight Z-score, body mass index (BMI) Z-score, and upper to lower body ratio were collected for at least 6 months prior to randomization. Subjects with limb-lengthening surgery in the prior 18 months or who planned to have limb-lengthening surgery during the study period were excluded. The study included a 52-week placebo-controlled treatment phase followed by an open-label treatment extension study period in which all subjects received VOXZOGO. The primary efficacy endpoint was the change from baseline in annualized growth velocity (AGV) at Week 52 compared with placebo.
The subjects' ages ranged from 5.1 to 14.9 years with a mean of 8.7 years. Sixty four (53%) subjects were male and 57 (47%) were female. Overall, 86 (71%) subjects were White, 23 (19%) were Asian, 5 (4%) were Black or African American, and 7 (6%) were classified as "multiple" race. The subjects had a mean baseline height standard deviation score (SDS) of -5.13.
Treatment with VOXZOGO for 52 weeks resulted in a treatment difference in the change from baseline in AGV of 1.57 cm/year after 52 weeks of treatment (Table 5).
| Placebo (N=61All randomized subjects. Two patients in the VOXZOGO group discontinued from the study before Week 52. The values for these 2 patients were imputed assuming baseline growth rate for the period with missing data.) | VOXZOGO 15 mcg/kg Daily (N=60) | |
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| Abbreviations: AGV, annualized growth velocity; 95% CI, 95% confidence interval; LS, least-square; SD, standard deviation | ||
Baseline mean (SD)Baseline AGV was based on standing height at least 6 months prior to enrollment into the study. | 4.06 (1.20) | 4.26 (1.53) |
Change from baselineLS means were estimated from the ANCOVA (analysis of covariance) model, which included treatment, stratum defined by sex and Tanner stage, baseline age, baseline AGV and baseline height Z-score. | -0.17 | 1.40 |
Difference in change of VOXZOGO – Placebo (95% CI) | 1.57 (1.22, 1.93)2-sided p-value <0.0001 for superiority. | |
The improvement in AGV in favor of VOXZOGO was consistent across all predefined subgroups analyzed including sex, age group, Tanner stage, baseline height Z-score, and baseline AGV.
The LS mean change from baseline to Week 52 in height SDS was -0.02 in the placebo group and 0.26 in the VOXZOGO group. The difference in LS mean change from baseline was 0.28 (95% CI 0.17, 0.39; p<0.0001) in favor of VOXZOGO. The LS mean change from baseline to Week 52 in upper to lower body segment ratio was -0.02 in the placebo group and -0.03 in the VOXZOGO group. The difference in LS mean change from baseline was -0.01 (95% CI -0.05, 0.02; p=0.5).
After the 52 week double blind, placebo-controlled, phase 3 study, Study 1, 58 subjects initially randomized to VOXZOGO enrolled into an open-label extension. Among the subjects who had 2 years of follow-up since randomization, the improvement in AGV was maintained.
- Ensure adequate food and fluid intake prior to administration. ()
2.1 Important Instructions Prior to Administration of VOXZOGOTo reduce the risk of low blood pressure and its associated signs and symptoms, instruct the caregiver and patient that the patient should
[see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]:- Have adequate food intake prior to VOXZOGO administration.
- Drink approximately 240 to 300 mL of fluid in the hour prior to VOXZOGO administration.
- Recommended dosage is based on patient's actual body weight. Administer VOXZOGO subcutaneously once daily. ()
2.2 Recommended Dosage and AdministrationThe recommended dosage of VOXZOGO is based on the patient's actual body weight (see Table 1). VOXZOGO is administered by subcutaneous injection once daily
[see Dosage and Administration (2.4)].Inject VOXZOGO at approximately the same time each day, if possible. The volume of VOXZOGO to be administered (injection volume) is based on the patient's actual body weight and the concentration of reconstituted VOXZOGO (0.8 mg/mL or 2 mg/mL) (see Table 1). VOXZOGO must be reconstituted prior to use
[see Dosage and Administration (2.4)].Table 1: Recommended VOXZOGO Daily Dosage and Injection Volume Actual Body WeightIntermediate body weights that fall within these weight bands should be rounded to the nearest whole number. Dose Injection Volume Vial Strength for ReconstitutionThe concentration of vosoritide in reconstituted 0.4 mg vial and 0.56 mg vial is 0.8 mg/mL. The concentration of vosoritide in reconstituted 1.2 mg vial is 2 mg/mL. 3 kg 0.096 mg 0.12 mL 0.4 mg 4 kg 0.12 mg 0.15 mL 0.4 mg 5 kg 0.16 mg 0.2 mL 0.4 mg 6 to 7 kg 0.2 mg 0.25 mL 0.4 mg 8 to 11 kg 0.24 mg 0.3 mL 0.4 mg 12 to 16 kg 0.28 mg 0.35 mL 0.56 mg 17 to 21 kg 0.32 mg 0.4 mL 0.56 mg 22 to 32 kg 0.4 mg 0.5 mL 0.56 mg 33 to 43 kg 0.5 mg 0.25 mL 1.2 mg 44 to 59 kg 0.6 mg 0.3 mL 1.2 mg 60 to 89 kg 0.7 mg 0.35 mL 1.2 mg ≥ 90 kg 0.8 mg 0.4 mL 1.2 mg Missed doseIf a dose of VOXZOGO is missed, it can be administered within 12 hours of the scheduled time of administration. Beyond 12 hours, skip the missed dose and administer the next daily dose according to the usual dosing schedule.
- Reconstitute prior to use. Injection volume is based on both patient's weight and concentration of reconstituted VOXZOGO. ()
2.2 Recommended Dosage and AdministrationThe recommended dosage of VOXZOGO is based on the patient's actual body weight (see Table 1). VOXZOGO is administered by subcutaneous injection once daily
[see Dosage and Administration (2.4)].Inject VOXZOGO at approximately the same time each day, if possible. The volume of VOXZOGO to be administered (injection volume) is based on the patient's actual body weight and the concentration of reconstituted VOXZOGO (0.8 mg/mL or 2 mg/mL) (see Table 1). VOXZOGO must be reconstituted prior to use
[see Dosage and Administration (2.4)].Table 1: Recommended VOXZOGO Daily Dosage and Injection Volume Actual Body WeightIntermediate body weights that fall within these weight bands should be rounded to the nearest whole number. Dose Injection Volume Vial Strength for ReconstitutionThe concentration of vosoritide in reconstituted 0.4 mg vial and 0.56 mg vial is 0.8 mg/mL. The concentration of vosoritide in reconstituted 1.2 mg vial is 2 mg/mL. 3 kg 0.096 mg 0.12 mL 0.4 mg 4 kg 0.12 mg 0.15 mL 0.4 mg 5 kg 0.16 mg 0.2 mL 0.4 mg 6 to 7 kg 0.2 mg 0.25 mL 0.4 mg 8 to 11 kg 0.24 mg 0.3 mL 0.4 mg 12 to 16 kg 0.28 mg 0.35 mL 0.56 mg 17 to 21 kg 0.32 mg 0.4 mL 0.56 mg 22 to 32 kg 0.4 mg 0.5 mL 0.56 mg 33 to 43 kg 0.5 mg 0.25 mL 1.2 mg 44 to 59 kg 0.6 mg 0.3 mL 1.2 mg 60 to 89 kg 0.7 mg 0.35 mL 1.2 mg ≥ 90 kg 0.8 mg 0.4 mL 1.2 mg Missed doseIf a dose of VOXZOGO is missed, it can be administered within 12 hours of the scheduled time of administration. Beyond 12 hours, skip the missed dose and administer the next daily dose according to the usual dosing schedule.
- Monitor growth and adjust dosage according to actual body weight. Permanently discontinue upon closure of epiphyses. ()
2.3 Growth MonitoringMonitor and assess patient body weight, growth, and physical development regularly every 3 to 6 months. Adjust the dosage according to the patient's actual body weight
[see Dosage and Administration (2.2)].Permanently discontinue VOXZOGO upon confirmation of no further growth potential, indicated by closure of epiphyses.
- See full prescribing information for reconstitution, dilution, and administration instructions. ()
2.4 Preparation and AdministrationReconstitute VOXZOGO before administration using the provided diluent syringe containing Sterile Water for Injection, USP (see Reconstitution Instructionsbelow).
Caregivers may inject VOXZOGO subcutaneously after proper training by a healthcare professional on the preparation and administration of VOXZOGO
[see Instructions for Use].Reconstitution Instructions- Select the correct VOXZOGO vial strength (co-packaged with prefilled syringe with Sterile Water for Injection diluent) based on the patient's actual body weight[see Dosage and Administration (2.2)].
- Remove VOXZOGO vial and prefilled diluent syringe from the refrigerator and allow the vial and prefilled diluent syringe to reach room temperature before reconstituting VOXZOGO.
- Attach the diluent needle provided with ancillary supplies to the diluent prefilled syringe.
- Inject the entire diluent prefilled syringe volume into the vial (see Table 2).
- Gently swirl the diluent in the vial until the white powder is completely dissolved. Do not shake.
- Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration whenever solution and container permit. Once reconstituted VOXZOGO is a clear, colorless to yellow liquid. The solution should not be used if discolored or cloudy, or if particles are present. The concentration of reconstituted solution is 0.8 mg/mL or 2.0 mg/mL (see Table 2).
- After reconstitution, VOXZOGO can be held in the vial at a room temperature 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) for a maximum of 3 hours.
- For administration, extract the required dose volume from the vial using the supplied administration syringe[see Dosage and Administration (2.2)].
Table 2: Dilution Requirements for VOXZOGO Prior to Administration Vial Strength Reconstitution Volume Reconstituted Concentration 0.4 mg 0.5 mL 0.8 mg/mL 0.56 mg 0.7 mL 0.8 mg/mL 1.2 mg 0.6 mL 2 mg/mL Discard any unused portion. Do not pool unused portions from the vials. Do not administer more than 1 dose from a vial. Do not mix with other medications.
Instructions for Subcutaneous AdministrationSee the Instructions for Usedocument for detailed, illustrated instructions.
- Ensure patients have had adequate food and fluid intake prior to VOXZOGO administration[see Dosage and Administration (2.1)]. Slowly withdraw the dosing volume of the reconstituted VOXZOGO solution from the single-dose vial into a syringe.
- Rotate sites for subcutaneous injections.
- The recommended injection sites for VOXZOGO are: the front middle of the thighs, the lower part of the abdomen at least 2 inches (5 centimeters) away from the navel, top of the buttocks or the back of the upper arms. The same injection area should not be used on two consecutive days. Do not inject VOXZOGO into sites that are red, swollen, or tender.
- Select the correct VOXZOGO vial strength (co-packaged with prefilled syringe with Sterile Water for Injection diluent) based on the patient's actual body weight
For Injection: 0.4 mg, 0.56 mg, or 1.2 mg of vosoritide as a white to yellow lyophilized powder in a single-dose vial for reconstitution.
8.6 Renal ImpairmentThe effect of renal impairment on the pharmacokinetics of VOXZOGO has not been evaluated. No dosage adjustment is needed for patients with eGFR ≥ 60 mL/min/1.73 m2. VOXZOGO is not recommended for patients with eGFR < 60 mL/min/1.73 m2.
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5.1 Risk of Low Blood PressureTransient decreases in blood pressure were observed in clinical studies of VOXZOGO. Subjects with significant cardiac or vascular disease and patients on anti-hypertensive medicinal products were excluded from participation in VOXZOGO clinical trials. To reduce the risk of a decrease in blood pressure and associated symptoms (dizziness, fatigue and/or nausea), instruct patients to be well hydrated and have adequate food intake prior to administration of VOXZOGO