orgovyx
Orgovyx (Relugolix) is a gonadotropin releasing hormone receptor antagonist used to treat Prostatic Neoplasms.
Relugolix · by Sumitomo Pharma Am
Key facts
- Active ingredient
- Relugolix
- Form
- Tablet
- Strength
- Relugolix 120MG
- Type
- Prescription (Rx)
- Brand or generic
- Brand-name
- May treat
- prostatic neoplasms
- Manufacturer
- Sumitomo Pharma Am
- FDA application
- NDA214621
What is Orgovyx?
From the FDA label:Relugolix is a nonpeptide small molecule, GnRH receptor antagonist. The chemical name is N-(4-{1-[(2,6-difluorophenyl)methyl]-5-[(dimethylamino)methyl]-3-(6-methoxypyridazin-3-yl)-2,4-dioxo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydrothieno[2,3-d]pyrimidin-6-yl}phenyl)-N'-methoxyurea. The molecular weight is 623.63 daltons and the molecular formula is C 29 H 27 F 2 N 7 O 5 S. The structural formula is: Relugolix is a white to off-white to slightly yellow solid with a solubility of 0.04 mg per mL in water at 25°C. ORGOVYX is provided as film-coated tablets for oral administration. Each tablet contains 120 mg of relugolix. The inactive ingredients are mannitol, sodium starch glycolate, hydroxypropyl cellulose, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, titanium dioxide, ferric oxide red, and carnauba wax. Structural Formula
How to use
Recommended Dosage: A loading dose of 360 mg on the first day of treatment followed by 120 mg taken orally once daily, at approximately the same time each day ( 2.1 ). ORGOVYX can be taken with or without food ( 2.1 , 12.3 ). Instruct patients to swallow tablets whole and not to crush or chew tablets ( 2.1 ). 2.1 Recommended Dosage Initiate treatment of ORGOVYX with a loading dose of 360 mg on the first day and continue treatment with a 120 mg dose taken orally once daily at approximately the same time each day. ORGOVYX can be taken with or without food [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . Instruct patients to swallow tablets whole and not to crush or chew tablets. Advise patients to take a missed dose of ORGOVYX as soon as they remember. If the dose was missed by more than 12 hours, patients should not take the missed dose and resume with the next scheduled dose. If treatment with ORGOVYX is interrupted for greater than 7 days, restart ORGOVYX with a loading dose of 360 mg on the first day, and continue with a dose of 120 mg once daily. In patients treated with GnRH receptor agonists and antagonists for prostate cancer, treatment is usually continued upon development of nonmetastatic or metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. 2.2 Dosage Modifications for P-gp Inhibitors Avoid co-administration of ORGOVYX with oral P-gp inhibitors. If co-administration is…
Side effects
The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: QT/QTc Interval Prolongation [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . The most common adverse reactions (≥ 10%) and laboratory abnormalities (≥ 15%) were hot flush, glucose increased, triglycerides increased, musculoskeletal pain, hemoglobin decreased, alanine aminotransferase (ALT) increased, fatigue, aspartate aminotransferase (AST) increased, constipation, and diarrhea ( 6.1 ). To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Sumitomo Pharma America, at 1-833-696-8268 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 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. The safety of ORGOVYX was evaluated in HERO, a randomized (2:1), open-label, clinical study in patients with advanced prostate cancer [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )] . Patients received orally administered ORGOVYX as a loading dose of 360 mg on the first day followed by 120 mg taken orally once daily (n = 622) or received leuprolide acetate administered by depot injection at doses of 22.5 mg (n = 264) or 11.25 mg (n = 44) per local guidelines every 12 weeks (n = 308). Leuprolide…
Warnings
Important safety information
QT/QTc Interval Prolongation: Androgen deprivation therapy may prolong the QT interval ( 5.1 ). Hypersensitivity: ORGOVYX can cause hypersensitivity reactions, including angioedema. Withhold ORGOVYX in patients who experience symptoms of hypersensitivity. Discontinue ORGOVYX for severe hypersensitivity reactions and manage as clinically indicated ( 5.2 ). Embryo-Fetal Toxicity: ORGOVYX can cause fetal harm. Advise males with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception ( 5.3 , 8.1 , 8.3 ). 5.1 QT/QTc Interval Prolongation Androgen deprivation therapy, such as ORGOVYX, may prolong the QT/QTc interval. Providers should consider whether the benefits of androgen deprivation therapy outweigh the potential risks in patients with congenital long QT syndrome, congestive heart failure, or frequent electrolyte abnormalities and in patients taking drugs known to prolong the QT interval. Electrolyte abnormalities should be corrected. Consider periodic monitoring of electrocardiograms and electrolytes [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.2 )]. 5.2 Hypersensitivity Reactions ORGOVYX is contraindicated in patients with severe hypersensitivity to relugolix or any of the product components [see Contraindications ( 4 )] . Hypersensitivity reactions, including pharyngeal edema and other serious cases of angioedema, have been reported postmarketing in patients treated with ORGOVYX. In HERO, patients treated with relugolix reported angioedema (0.2%) [see Clinical Trials Experience ( 6.1 )] . Advise patients who experience any symptoms of hypersensitivity to temporarily discontinue ORGOVYX and promptly seek medical care. Discontinue ORGOVYX for severe hypersensitivity reactions and manage as clinically indicated. 5.3 Embryo-Fetal Toxicity The safety and efficacy of ORGOVYX have not been established in females. Based on findings in animals and mechanism of action, ORGOVYX can cause fetal harm and loss of pregnancy when administered to a pregnant female. In an animal reproduction study, oral administration of relugolix to pregnant rabbits during the period of organogenesis caused embryo-fetal lethality at maternal exposures that were 0.3 times the human exposure at the recommended dose of 120 mg daily based on area under the curve (AUC). Advise males with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment and for 2 weeks after the last dose of ORGOVYX [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.1 , 8.3 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.1 )] . 5.4 Laboratory Testing Therapy with ORGOVYX results in suppression of the pituitary gonadal system. Results of diagnostic tests of the pituitary gonadotropic and gonadal functions conducted during and after ORGOVYX may be affected. The therapeutic effect of ORGOVYX should be monitored by measuring serum concentrations of prostate specific antigen (PSA) periodically. If PSA increases, serum concentrations of testosterone should be measured.
Who should not take Orgovyx
ORGOVYX is contraindicated in patients with severe hypersensitivity to relugolix or to any of the product components. Known severe hypersensitivity to relugolix or to any of the product components ( 4 ).
Interactions
P-gp Inhibitors: Avoid co-administration. If unavoidable, take ORGOVYX first, separate dosing by at least 6 hours, and monitor patients more frequently for adverse reactions ( 2.2 , 7.1 ). Combined P-gp and Strong CYP3A Inducers: Avoid co-administration. If unavoidable, increase the ORGOVYX dose to 240 mg once daily ( 2.3 , 7.1 ). 7.1 Effect of Other Drugs on ORGOVYX P-gp Inhibitors Relugolix is a P-gp substrate. Co-administration of ORGOVYX with an oral P-gp inhibitor increases relugolix exposure [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )], which may increase the risk of adverse reactions associated with ORGOVYX. Avoid co-administration of ORGOVYX with oral P-gp inhibitors. If co-administration with an oral P-gp inhibitor cannot be avoided, take ORGOVYX first and separate dosing by at least 6 hours. Monitor patients for increased adverse reactions [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.2 )] . Treatment with ORGOVYX may be interrupted for up to two weeks if a short course of treatment with a P-gp inhibitor is required. Resume ORGOVYX after the P-gp inhibitor is discontinued. If treatment with ORGOVYX is interrupted for greater than 7 days, restart ORGOVYX with a loading dose of 360 mg on the first day and continue with a dose of 120 mg once daily. Combined P-gp and Strong CYP3A Inducers Relugolix is a P-gp and CYP3A substrate. Co-administration of ORGOVYX with a combined P-gp and strong CYP3A inducer decreases relugolix exposure, which may reduce the effects of ORGOVYX [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )]. Avoid co-administration of ORGOVYX with combined P-gp and strong CYP3A inducers. If co-administration cannot be avoided, increase the ORGOVYX dose. After discontinuation of the combined P-gp and strong CYP3A inducer, resume ORGOVYX once daily at the same dose [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.3 )] .
Storing Orgovyx, and how long it keeps
Quoted from this product’s own FDA label. Storage belongs to the product and its device, not to the drug in general — a pen and a tablet of the same medicine are kept completely differently.
- “Store ORGOVYX at room temperature.”
Drug class
May treat (source: NIH RxClass)
Dosage forms
Tablet
The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Orgovyx treat?
- Orgovyx (Relugolix) may be used to treat prostatic neoplasms, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
- Is there a coupon or discount for Orgovyx?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Orgovyx. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
- Who makes Orgovyx?
- Orgovyx is marketed by Sumitomo Pharma Am. You can see Sumitomo Pharma Am's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Orgovyx a brand-name or generic drug?
- Orgovyx is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Relugolix.
- Is Orgovyx available over the counter?
- No. Orgovyx is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
- What forms does Orgovyx come in?
- Orgovyx is currently marketed as tablet, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- What class of drug is Orgovyx?
- Orgovyx is classified as gonadotropin releasing hormone receptor antagonist, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.
- Is Orgovyx FDA-registered?
- Orgovyx is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA214621. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
- Is Orgovyx safe?
- There's no single safe-or-not verdict, and we don't yet have a composite recall-safety score for Orgovyx. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings below, and always consult a licensed professional.
- What are the side effects of Orgovyx?
- Orgovyx's side effects are taken directly from its FDA label. From the label: The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: QT/QTc Interval Prolongation [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . The most common adverse reactions (≥ 10%) and laboratory abnormalities (≥ 15%) were hot flush, glucose increased,… Both common and serious reactions are documented in full on this page. This is general reference from the FDA, not medical advice — always consult a professional.
Clinical content sourced from the FDA label via openFDA (U.S. FDA). View the FDA label on DailyMed → Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.
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