Zemdri Drug Information

Generic name: PLAZOMICIN

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Uses of Zemdri

Complicated Urinary Tract Infections (cUTI), including Pyelonephritis

ZEMDRI is indicated in patients 18 years of age or older for the treatment of complicated urinary tract infections (cUTI), including pyelonephritis caused by the following susceptible microorganism(s): Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Proteus mirabilis, and Enterobacter cloacae. As only limited clinical safety and efficacy data for ZEMDRI are currently available, reserve ZEMDRI for use in cUTI patients who have limited or no alternative treatment options.

Usage To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness

of ZEMDRI and other antibacterial drugs, ZEMDRI should be used only to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by susceptible bacteria. When culture and susceptibility information are available, they should be considered in selecting or modifying antibacterial therapy. In the absence of such data, local epidemiology and susceptibility patterns may contribute to the empiric selection of therapy.

Dosage & Administration of Zemdri

Greater than or equal to 60 to less than 9015 mg/kg
Greater than or equal to 30 to less than 6010 mg/kg
Greater than or equal to 15 to less than 3010 mg/kg

Side Effects of Zemdri

Clinical Trial Experience

Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be compared directly to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. ZEMDRI was evaluated in two comparator-controlled clinical trials (Trial 1, NCT02486627 and Trial 2, NCT01096849) in patients with cUTI, including pyelonephritis. In both trials, patients with CLcr greater than 60 mL/min received ZEMDRI 15 mg/kg IV once daily as a 30-minute infusion . Trial 1 included 303 patients treated with ZEMDRI and 301 patients treated with meropenem.

Patients were to receive 4 to 7 days of ZEMDRI (mean duration of 5.1 days). In some patients, parenteral therapy was followed by a switch to an oral antibacterial drug. The median age of patients treated with ZEMDRI in Trial 1 was 62 years (range 18 to 90 years) and 45.2% of patients were 65 years of age or older. Patients treated with ZEMDRI were predominantly female (56.1%) and White (99.3%). A majority of patients (68.0%) had mild or moderate renal impairment (CLcr >30 to 90 mL/min) at baseline.

Patients with CLcr of 30 mL/min or less were excluded. Adverse Reactions Leading to Treatment Discontinuations in Trial 1 In Trial 1, treatment discontinuation from IV study drug due to an adverse reaction occurred in 2.0% of patients receiving ZEMDRI (6/303) and meropenem (6/301), respectively. Common Adverse Reactions in Trial 1 Table 3 lists adverse reactions occurring in 1% or more of patients receiving ZEMDRI in Trial 1. Table 3: Incidence (%) of Adverse Reactions Occurring in 1% or More of cUTI Adult Patients Treated With ZEMDRI in Trial 1 Adverse Reactions ZEMDRI (N=303) n (%) Meropenem 1 g IV every 8 hours. (N=301) n (%) Decreased Renal Function Combined term that corresponds to adverse reactions associated with renal function described in Nephrotoxicity section below. 11 4 Diarrhea 7 5 Hypertension 7 7 Headache 4 9 Nausea 4 4 Vomiting 4 3 Hypotension 3 2 The adverse reactions profile for the cUTI patients in Trial 2 were similar to those observed in Trial 1. Nephrotoxicity Reported in Trial 1 In Trial 1, serum creatinine increases of 0.5 mg/dL or greater above baseline occurred in 7.0% (21/300) of ZEMDRI-treated patients compared with 4.0% (12/297) of meropenem-treated patients.

Of these, the incidence during IV therapy was 3.7% (11/300) vs 3.0% (9/297) in ZEMDRI- and meropenem-treated patients, respectively. By the last follow-up visit (between 8 to 43 days after completion of IV therapy), the majority of ZEMDRI-treated patients (9/11) and all meropenem treated patients (9/9) with serum creatinine increases while on therapy had fully recovered renal function. Serum creatinine increases of 0.5 mg/dL or greater above baseline were observed following completion of IV therapy.

These increases were generally ≤ 1.0 mg/dL above baseline and recovered by the next measurement. In cUTI patients with CLcr of greater than 30 and less than or equal to 90 mL/min, 9.7% (20/207) ZEMDRI-treated and 4.1% (9/217) meropenem-treated patients had serum creatinine increases of 0.5 mg/dL or greater above baseline. In cUTI patients with CLcr greater than 90 mL/min, 1.1% (1/93) ZEMDRI-treated and 3.8% (3/80) of meropenem-treated patients had serum creatinine increases of 0.5 mg/dL or greater above baseline . Ototoxicity Pure tone audiometry was evaluated in Phase 1 trials and in Trial 2. Treatment associated ototoxicity could not be definitively excluded according to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association criteria 1 in 2.2% (4/182) of ZEMDRI-exposed and 2.0% (1/49) of comparator- or placebo-exposed adults.

Other Adverse Reactions Reported with ZEMDRI The following selected adverse reactions were reported in more than one ZEMDRI-treated patient in Trials 1 and 2 and are not described elsewhere in the labeling: Gastrointestinal disorders : constipation, gastritis Laboratory Investigations : alanine aminotransferase increased Metabolism and nutrition disorders : hypokalemia Nervous system disorders: dizziness Renal and urinary disorders: hematuria Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders : dyspnea

Warnings & Cautions for Zemdri

Nephrotoxicity Nephrotoxicity has been reported with the use of

ZEMDRI. Most serum creatinine increases were ≤ 1 mg/dL above baseline and reversible. In Trial 1, the incidence of adverse reactions associated with renal function (acute kidney injury, serum creatinine increased, chronic kidney disease, creatinine clearance decreased, renal failure, renal impairment) was 3.6% (11/303) in ZEMDRI-treated patients compared with 1.3% (4/301) in meropenem-treated patients. Serum creatinine increases of 0.5 mg/dL or greater above baseline occurred in 7% (21/300) of ZEMDRI-treated patients compared with 4% (12/297) of meropenem-treated patients.

These increases mainly occurred in patients with CLcr ≤ 90 mL/min and were associated with a plazomicin trough level (C min ) greater than or equal to 3 mcg/mL . Assess CLcr in all patients prior to initiating therapy and daily during therapy with ZEMDRI, particularly in those at increased risk of nephrotoxicity, such as those with renal impairment, the elderly, and those receiving concomitant potentially nephrotoxic medications. In the setting of worsening renal function, the benefit of continuing ZEMDRI should be assessed . Adjust the initial dosage regimen in cUTI patients with CLcr ≥ 15 mL/min and < 60 mL/min . For subsequent doses, TDM is recommended for patients with CLcr ≥15 mL/min and < 90 mL/min .

Ototoxicity Ototoxicity, manifested as hearing loss, tinnitus, and/or vertigo, has been reported

with ZEMDRI. Symptoms of aminoglycoside-associated ototoxicity may be irreversible and may not become evident until after completion of therapy. Regarding the incidence of adverse reactions associated with cochlear or vestibular function, in Trial 1, there was one case of reversible hypoacusis (1/303;0.3%) in ZEMDRI-treated patients and one case of tinnitus (1/301;0.3%) in meropenem-treated patients . In Trial 2, one case each of irreversible tinnitus and reversible vertigo was reported in ZEMDRI-treated patients, and one case of an abnormal audiogram occurred in a levofloxacin-treated patient . Aminoglycoside-associated ototoxicity has been observed primarily in patients with a family history of hearing loss (excluding age-related hearing loss), patients with renal impairment, and in patients receiving higher doses and/or for longer periods than recommended. In Trial 1 and Trial 2, patients with a history of hearing loss, with the exception of age-related hearing loss, were excluded.

The benefit-risk of ZEMDRI therapy should be considered in these patients.

Neuromuscular Blockade Aminoglycosides have been associated with exacerbation of muscle weakness in

patients with underlying neuromuscular disorders, or delay in recovery of neuromuscular function in patients receiving concomitant neuromuscular blocking agents. During therapy with ZEMDRI, monitor for adverse reactions associated with neuromuscular blockade, particularly in high-risk patients, such as patients with underlying neuromuscular disorders (including myasthenia gravis) or those patients concomitantly receiving neuromuscular blocking agents.

Fetal Harm Aminoglycosides, including

ZEMDRI, can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Aminoglycosides cross the placenta, and streptomycin has been associated with several reports of total, irreversible, bilateral congenital deafness in pediatric patients exposed in utero. Patients who use ZEMDRI during pregnancy, or become pregnant while taking ZEMDRI should be apprised of the potential hazard to the fetus .

Hypersensitivity Reactions Serious and occasionally fatal hypersensitivity (anaphylactic) reactions have been reported

in patients receiving aminoglycoside antibacterial drugs. Before therapy with ZEMDRI is instituted, careful inquiry about previous hypersensitivity reactions to other aminoglycosides should be made. A history of hypersensitivity to other aminoglycosides is a contraindication to the use of ZEMDRI, because cross-sensitivity among aminoglycoside antibacterial drugs has been established.

Discontinue ZEMDRI if an allergic reaction occurs.

Clostridium difficile -Associated Diarrhea Clostridium difficile- associated diarrhea (CDAD) has been reported

for nearly all systemic antibacterial drugs and may range in severity from mild diarrhea to fatal colitis. Treatment with antibacterial drugs alters the normal flora of the colon and may permit overgrowth of C. difficile. C. difficile produces toxins A and B that contribute to the development of CDAD. Hypertoxin-producing strains of C. difficile cause increased morbidity and mortality, as these infections can be refractory to antimicrobial therapy and may require colectomy.

CDAD must be considered in all patients who present with diarrhea following antibacterial use. Careful medical history is necessary because CDAD has been reported to occur more than 2 months after the administration of antibacterial drugs. If CDAD is suspected or confirmed, antibacterial drugs not directed against C. difficile may need to be discontinued.

Manage fluid and electrolyte levels as appropriate, supplement protein intake, monitor antibacterial treatment of C. difficile, and institute surgical evaluation as clinically indicated.

Development of Drug-Resistant Bacteria Prescribing

ZEMDRI in the absence of a proven or strongly suspected bacterial infection is unlikely to provide benefit to the patient and increases the risk of the development of drug-resistant bacteria.

Pregnancy Safety for Zemdri

Pregnancy Risk Summary Aminoglycosides, including ZEMDRI, can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. There are no available data on the use of ZEMDRI in pregnant women to inform a drug associated risk of adverse developmental outcomes. Published literature reports of streptomycin, an aminoglycoside, state that it can cause total, irreversible, bilateral congenital deafness in children whose mothers received streptomycin during pregnancy.

No drug-related visceral or skeletal malformations were observed in pregnant rats and rabbits administered subcutaneous plazomicin during organogenesis at maternal exposures approximately 0.8-fold (rats) and 2.5-fold (rabbits) of the human AUC at the clinical dose of 15 mg/kg/day. Auditory function of offspring was not measured in animal studies (see Data ). Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to a fetus. The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown.

In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2% to 4% and 15% to 20%, respectively. Data Animal Data In an embryo-fetal development study in rats, plazomicin doses of 0, 8, 25, or 50 mg/kg/day administered subcutaneously during organogenesis did not cause drug-related visceral or skeletal malformations, or reduce survival of fetuses. The mid and high doses caused maternal toxicity (reductions in food consumption and body weight gain; increased kidney weight). The high dose resulted in maternal exposure (AUC) approximately 0.8-fold the human AUC at the clinical dose of 15 mg/kg once daily.

In an embryo-fetal development study in rabbits, plazomicin administered subcutaneously at doses of 0, 10, 30, or 50 mg/kg/day did not cause visceral or skeletal malformations or reduced fetal survival. At the high dose, significant maternal toxicity was observed (including renal injury and lethality) and exposure was approximately 2.5-fold the human AUC at the recommended clinical dose. In a pre- and postnatal development study in rats, maternal animals received subcutaneous plazomicin at 0, 3, 8, or 30 mg/kg/day from the start of organogenesis through lactation.

There were no adverse effects on maternal function or pre- and postnatal survival, development, behavior, or reproductive function of the offspring at up to 30 mg/kg/day (0.32-fold human AUC at the clinical daily dose of 15 mg/kg).

Pediatric Use of Zemdri

8.4. Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of ZEMDRI in patients less than 18 years of age have not been established.

Contraindications for Zemdri

4. CONTRAINDICATIONS ZEMDRI is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any aminoglycoside . ZEMDRI is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any aminoglycoside

Overdosage Information for Zemdri

10. OVERDOSAGE In the event of overdosage, ZEMDRI should be discontinued and supportive care is advised. Maintenance of glomerular filtration and careful monitoring of renal function is recommended. Hemodialysis may aid in the removal of ZEMDRI from the blood, especially if renal function is, or becomes, compromised.

No clinical information is available on the use of hemodialysis to treat ZEMDRI overdosage.

Clinical Studies of Zemdri

Complicated Urinary Tract Infections, Including Pyelonephritis

A total of 609 adults hospitalized with cUTI (including pyelonephritis) were randomized in a multinational, double-blind, noninferiority trial comparing ZEMDRI (15 mg/kg IV once daily as a 30-minute infusion) to meropenem (1 g intravenously every 8 hours as a 30-minute infusion) (Trial 1, NCT02486627). Switch to an oral antibacterial drug, such as levofloxacin, was allowed after a minimum of 4 and maximum of 7 days of IV therapy for a total of 7 to 10 days of treatment. Efficacy was assessed in the microbiological modified intent-to-treat (mMITT) population, which included all patients who received study medication and had at least 1 baseline uropathogen. The mMITT population excluded patients with organisms resistant to study drugs.

Patient demographic and baseline characteristics were balanced between treatment groups in the mMITT population. The mMITT population consisted of 388 patients with cUTI, including 162 (41.8%) with pyelonephritis. The median age was 64 years, 52.8% were female and 99.5% were White.

The majority of the patients (99%) were from Eastern Europe; 3 patients were from the United States. Concomitant bacteremia was identified in 25 (13.1%) and 23 (11.7%) patients at baseline in the ZEMDRI and meropenem groups, respectively. The median treatment duration of IV study drug was 6 days in both groups.

ZEMDRI demonstrated efficacy for composite cure at Day 5 and the Test of Cure (TOC) visit (Table 5). Composite cure at Day 5 was defined as resolution or improvement of clinical cUTI symptoms and a microbiological outcome of eradication (all baseline uropathogens reduced to <10 4 colony-forming units /mL). Composite cure at the TOC visit (Day 17 ± 2 from the first dose of study drug) was defined as resolution of clinical cUTI symptoms and a microbiological outcome of eradication. Table 5: Composite Cure Rates in cUTI Patients in Trial 1 (mMITT Population) Analysis Visit ZEMDRI n/N (%) Meropenem n/N (%) Treatment Difference Treatment difference is ZEMDRI – meropenem. (95% CI) Abbreviations: CI=confidence interval; TOC=test-of-cure; CI=95% confidence interval based on Newcombe method with continuity correction. Day 5 168/191 180/197 -3.4 (-10.0, 3.1) Clinical cure or improvement 171/191 182/197 Microbiological eradication 188/191 193/197 TOC 156/191 138/197

Clinical Cure 170/191 178/197 Microbiological eradication 171/191 147/197 Microbiological eradication rates at

the TOC visit by baseline uropathogen in the mMITT population are presented in Table 6. Composite Cure at the TOC visit in individuals with concomitant bacteremia at baseline was achieved in 72.0% (18/25) of patients in the ZEMDRI group and 56.5% (13/23) of patients in the meropenem group. Table 6: Microbiological Eradication Rate at TOC by Baseline Pathogen in cUTI Patients in Trial 1 (mMITT Population) Pathogen ZEMDRI n/N (%) Meropenem n/N (%) All Enterobacteriaceae 177/198 157/208 Escherichia coli 120/128 106/142 Klebsiella pneumoniae 27/33 32/43 Proteus mirabilis 9/11 4/7 Enterobacter cloacae 13/16 3/3 There were 52 baseline Enterobacteriaceae isolates in 51/189 (27%) patients in the ZEMDRI group that were non-susceptible (defined as intermediate or resistant) to gentamicin, or tobramycin or both. All of these isolates were susceptible to plazomicin and all but one was susceptible to amikacin (one isolate was intermediate to amikacin). The microbiological eradication rate at the TOC visit in this subset was 78.9% (41/52) in the ZEMDRI group.

Note that certain resistance mechanisms can confer resistance to all aminoglycosides, including plazomicin .

Drug information sourced from the FDA. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional before making any medication decisions.

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