XYREM
Details
- Status
- Prescription
- First Approved
- 2002-07-17
- Routes
- ORAL
- Dosage Forms
- SOLUTION
XYREM Approval History
What XYREM Treats
3 indicationsXYREM is approved for 3 conditions since its original approval in 2002. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.
- Cataplexy
- Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
- Narcolepsy
XYREM Boxed Warning
CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM DEPRESSION and ABUSE AND MISUSE. • Central Nervous System Depression Xyrem (sodium oxybate) is a CNS depressant. In clinical trials at recommended doses, obtundation and clinically significant respiratory depression occurred in adult patients treated with Xyrem [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )]. Many patients who received Xyrem during clinical trials in narcolepsy were receiving central nervous system stimulants [see Clinical Trials ( 14 )]. • Abuse and Misuse Xyrem ®...
WARNING: CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM DEPRESSION and ABUSE AND MISUSE. • Central Nervous System Depression Xyrem (sodium oxybate) is a CNS depressant. In clinical trials at recommended doses, obtundation and clinically significant respiratory depression occurred in adult patients treated with Xyrem [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )]. Many patients who received Xyrem during clinical trials in narcolepsy were receiving central nervous system stimulants [see Clinical Trials ( 14 )]. • Abuse and Misuse Xyrem ® (sodium oxybate) is the sodium salt of gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB). Abuse or misuse of illicit GHB, either alone or in combination with other CNS depressants, is associated with CNS adverse reactions, including seizure, respiratory depression, decreases in the level of consciousness, coma, and death [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )]. Because of the risks of CNS depression and abuse and misuse, Xyrem is available only through a restricted program under a Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) called the XYWAV and XYREM REMS [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )]. WARNING: CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM (CNS) DEPRESSION and ABUSE AND MISUSE. See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. Central Nervous System Depression • Xyrem is a CNS depressant, and respiratory depression can occur with Xyrem use ( 5.1 , 5.4 ) Abuse and Misuse • Xyrem is the sodium salt of gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB). Abuse or misuse of illicit GHB is associated with CNS adverse reactions, including seizure, respiratory depression, decreased consciousness, coma, and death ( 5.2 , 9.2 ) Xyrem is available only through a restricted program called the XYWAV and XYREM REMS ( 5.3 )
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Trial Timeline
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Understanding FDA Approval Types
| Count | Type | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| - | ORIG | Original approval - drug first enters market |
| - | SUPPL - Efficacy | New indication (new disease/condition approved) |
| - | SUPPL - Labeling | Label text changes (warnings, dosing updates) |
| - | SUPPL - Manufacturing | Production changes (new facility) |
| - | SUPPL - Chemistry | Formulation changes (new dosage strength) |
Green lines in the timeline show ORIG and Efficacy approvals - the clinically meaningful milestones.
XYREM FDA Label Details
ProIndications & Usage
FDA Label (PDF)Xyrem is indicated for the treatment of cataplexy or excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) in patients 7 years of age and older with narcolepsy. Xyrem is a central nervous system depressant indicated for the treatment of cataplexy or excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) in patients 7 years of age and older with narcolepsy .
WARNING: CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM DEPRESSION and ABUSE AND MISUSE. • Central Nervous System Depression Xyrem (sodium oxybate) is a CNS depressant. In clinical trials at recommended doses, obtundation and clinically significant respiratory depression occurred in adult patients treated with Xyrem [see W...
XYREM Patents & Exclusivity
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