Overview
11 DESCRIPTION Maraviroc is a selective, slowly reversible, small molecule antagonist of the interaction between human CCR5 and HIV-1 gp120. Blocking this interaction prevents CCR5-tropic HIV-1 entry into cells. Maraviroc is available as film-coated tablets for oral administration containing either 150 or 300 mg of maraviroc and the following inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide,...
Mechanism of Action
12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY 12.1 Mechanism of Action Maraviroc is an HIV-1 antiviral drug [ see Microbiology ( 12.4 ) ]. 12.2 Pharmacodynamics Exposure-Response Relationship in Treatment-Experienced Adult Subjects The relationship between maraviroc, modeled plasma trough concentration (C min ) (1 to 9 samples per subject taken on up to 7 visits), and virologic response was evaluated in 973 treatment-experienced HIV-1-infected subjects with varied optimized background antiretroviral regimens in Trials A4001027 and A4001028. The C min , baseline viral load, baseline CD4+ cell count, and overall sensitivity score (OSS) were found to be important predictors of virologic success (defined as viral load less than 400 copies per mL at 24 weeks).
Indications
- 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Maraviroc tablets are indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of only CCR5-tropic human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) infection in adult and pediatric patients 2 years of age and older weighing at least 10 kg. Limitations of Use: • Maraviroc tablets are not recommended in patients with dual/mixed- or CXCR4-tropic HIV-1 [ see Microbiology ( 12.4 ) ]. Maraviroc tablet is a CCR5 co-receptor antagonist indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of only CCR5-tropic HIV-1 infection in adults and...
Common Doses
- 150 mg
- 300 mg
- 600 mg
- 50 mg
Dosage
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION • Prior to initiation of maraviroc tablets for treatment of HIV-1 infection, test all patients for CCR5 tropism using a highly sensitive tropism assay. ( 2.1 ) • Maraviroc tablets are taken twice daily by mouth and may be taken with or without food. Maraviroc tablets must be given in combination with other antiretroviral medications. ( 2.2 ) Recommended Dosage in Adult Patients: ( 2.3 ) Concomitant Medications Dosage of Maraviroc tablets When given with potent cytochrome P450 (CYP)3A inhibitors (with or without potent CYP3A inducers) including PIs (except...
Black Box Warning
BOXED WARNING WARNING: HEPATOTOXICITY Hepatotoxicity has been reported with use of maraviroc tablets. Severe rash or evidence of a systemic allergic reaction (e.g., fever, eosinophilia, or elevated IgE) prior to the development of hepatotoxicity may occur. Patients with signs or symptoms of hepatitis or allergic reaction following use of maraviroc tablets should be evaluated immediately [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )]. WARNING: HEPATOTOXICITY See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning.
Contraindications
- 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Maraviroc tablets are contraindicated in patients with severe renal impairment or ESRD (CrCl less than 30 mL per minute) who are concomitantly taking potent CYP3A inhibitors or inducers [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 ) ]. • Maraviroc tablets are contraindicated in patients with severe renal impairment or end-stage renal disease (ESRD) (CrCl less than 30 mL per minute) who are concomitantly taking potent CYP3A inhibitors or inducers. ( 4 )
Side Effects
- 6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in other sections of the labeling: • Hepatotoxicity [ see Boxed Warning, Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ] • Severe Skin and Hypersensitivity Reactions [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) ] • Cardiovascular Events [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 ) ] • The most common adverse events in treatment-experienced adult subjects (greater than 8% incidence) which occurred at a higher frequency compared with placebo are upper respiratory tract infections, cough, pyrexia, rash, and dizziness. ( 6.
Interactions
- 7 DRUG INTERACTIONS • Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors, including protease inhibitors (except tipranavir/ritonavir), will increase the concentration of maraviroc. ( 7.1 ) • Coadministration with CYP3A inducers, including efavirenz, may decrease the concentration of maraviroc. ( 7.1 ) • Coadministration with St. John’s wort is not recommended. ( 7.1 ). 7.1 Effect of Concomitant Drugs on the Pharmacokinetics of Maraviroc Maraviroc is metabolized by CYP3A and is also a substrate for P-glycoprotein (P-gp), organic anion-transporting polypeptide (OATP)1B1, and multidrug resistance-associated...