VUSION
HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATIONThese highlights do not include all the information needed to use VUSION Ointment safely and effectively. See full prescribing information for VUSION Ointment. VUSION (miconazole nitrate, zinc oxide, and white petrolatum) Ointment, for topical use only Initial U.S. Approval: 2006INDICATIONS AND USAGE •VUSION Ointment is indicated for adjunctive treatment of diaper dermatitis when complicated by documented candidiasis (microscopic evidence of pseudohyphae and /or budding yeast) in immunocompetent pediatric patients 4 weeks and older. (1) •VUSION Ointment should not be used as a substitute for frequent diaper changes. (1) •VUSION Ointment should not be used to prevent the occurrence of diaper dermatitis, since preventative use may result in the development of drug resistance. (1) DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION •VUSION Ointment is for topical use only. VUSION Ointment is not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use. (2) •VUSION Ointment should be applied as a thin layer to the affected area at each diaper change for 7 days. (2) •VUSION Ointment should be used as part of a treatment regimen that includes gentle cleansing of the diaper area and frequent diaper changes. (2) DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS •Ointment with 0.25% miconazole nitrate, 15% zinc oxide, and 81.35% white petrolatum. (3) CONTRAINDICATIONS •None WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS •If irritation occurs or if the disease worsens, discontinue use of the medication, and contact the health care provider. (5) Side Effects To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Stiefel Laboratories, Inc. at 1-888-784-3335 (1-888-STIEFEL) or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*
- 1 VUSION INDICATIONS AND USAGE
- 2 VUSION DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
- 3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS
- 4 VUSION CONTRAINDICATIONS
- 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
- 6 VUSION ADVERSE REACTIONS
- 7 DRUG INTERACTIONS
- 8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS
- 11 VUSION DESCRIPTION
- 12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
- 13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY
- 14 CLINICAL STUDIES
- 16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING
- 17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE
1.1 Indication
VUSION Ointment is indicated for the adjunctive treatment of diaper dermatitis only when complicated by documented candidiasis (microscopic evidence of pseudohyphae and/or budding yeast), in immunocompetent pediatric patients 4 weeks and older. A positive fungal culture for Candida albicansis not adequate evidence of candidal infection since colonization with C. albicans can result in a positive culture. The presence of candidal infection should be established by microscopic evaluation prior to initiating treatment.
VUSION should be used as part of a treatment regimen that includes measures directed at the underlying diaper dermatitis, including gentle cleansing of the diaper area and frequent diaper changes.
VUSION should not be used as a substitute for frequent diaper changes. VUSION should not be used to prevent the occurrence of diaper dermatitis, since preventative use may result in the development of drug resistance.
1.2 Limitations of Use
The safety and efficacy of VUSION have not been demonstrated in immunocompromised patients, or in infants less than 4 weeks of age (premature or term).
The safety and efficacy of VUSION have not been evaluated in incontinent adult patients. VUSION should not be used to prevent the occurrence of diaper dermatitis, such as in an adult institutional setting, since preventative use may result in the development of drug resistance.
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
VUSION is not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use.
Before applying VUSION, gently cleanse the skin with lukewarm water and pat dry with a soft towel. Avoid using any scented soaps, shampoos, or lotions on the diaper area.
Apply VUSION to the affected area at each diaper change for 7 days. Continue treatment for the full 7 days, even if there is improvement. The safety of VUSION when used for longer than 7 days is not known. Do not use VUSION for longer than 7 days. If symptoms have not improved by day 7, see your health care provider.
Gently apply a thin layer of VUSION to the diaper area with the fingertips. Do not rub VUSION into the skin as this may cause additional irritation. Thoroughly wash hands after applying VUSION.
3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS
White ointment containing 0.25% miconazole nitrate, 15% zinc oxide, and 81.35% white petrolatum.
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS
None
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
If irritation occurs or if the disease worsens, discontinue use of the medication, and contact the health care provider.
The safety and efficacy of VUSION have not been evaluated in incontinent adult patients. VUSION should not be used to prevent the occurrence of diaper dermatitis, such as in an adult institutional setting, since preventative use may result in the development of drug resistance.
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS
6.1 Clinical Trials Experience
Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rate 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 clinical practice.
A total of 835 infants and young children were evaluated in the clinical development program. Of 418 subjects in the VUSION group, 58 (14%) reported one or more adverse events. Of 417 subjects in the zinc oxide/white petrolatum control group, 85 (20%) reported one or more adverse events. Adverse events that occurred at a rate of ≥ 1% for subjects who were treated with VUSION were approximately the same in type and frequency as for subjects who were treated with zinc oxide/white petrolatum ointment.
6.2 Post-marketing Experience
The following adverse reactions have been identified during post approval use of VUSION.
GASTROINTESTINAL DISORDERS: vomiting
GENERAL DISORDERS AND ADMINISTRATION SITE CONDITIONS: burning sensation, condition aggravated, inflammation, pain
INJURY, POISONING AND PROCEDURAL COMPLICATIONS: accidental exposure
SKIN AND SUBCUTANEOUS TISSUE DISORDERS: blister, dermatitis contact, diaper dermatitis, dry skin, erythema, pruritus, rash, skin exfoliation
Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure.
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS
Drug-drug interaction studies were not conducted. Women who take a warfarin anticoagulant and use a miconazole intravaginal cream or suppository may be at risk for developing an increased prothrombin time, international normalized ratio (INR), and bleeding. The potential for this interaction between warfarin and VUSION is unknown.
8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS
8.1 Pregnancy
Pregnancy Category C
There are no adequate and well-controlled studies of VUSION in pregnant women. Therefore, VUSION should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.
Miconazole nitrate administration has been shown to result in prolonged gestation and decreased numbers of live young in rats and in increased number of resorptions and decreased number of live young in rabbits at oral doses of 100 mg/kg/day and 80 mg/kg/day, which are 28 and 45 times the maximum possible topical exposure of caregivers, respectively, assuming 100% absorption.
8.3 Nursing Mothers
Safety and efficacy of VUSION have not been established in nursing mothers. It is not known if the active components of VUSION may be present in milk.
8.4 Pediatric Use
Efficacy was not demonstrated in infants less than 4 weeks of age. Safety and efficacy have not been established in very-low-birth-weight infants.
VUSION should not be used to prevent diaper dermatitis.
The safety of VUSION when used for longer than 7 days is not known. Do not use more than 7 days.
8.5 Geriatric Use
Safety and efficacy in a geriatric population have not been evaluated.
11 DESCRIPTION
VUSION contains the synthetic antifungal agent, miconazole nitrate (0.25%) USP, zinc oxide (15%) USP, and white petrolatum (81.35%) USP.
The chemical name of miconazole nitrate is 1-[2, 4-dichloro-ß-{(2,4-dichlorobenzyl)oxy} phenethyl] imidazole mononitrate with empirical formula C18H14Cl4N2O•HNO3 and molecular weight of 479.15. The structural formula of miconazole nitrate is as follows:
The zinc oxide has an empirical formula of ZnO and a molecular weight of 81.39.
The white petrolatum, which is obtained from petroleum and is wholly or nearly decolorized, is a purified mixture of semisolid saturated hydrocarbons having the general chemical formula CnH2n+2. The hydrocarbons consist mainly of branched and unbranched chains. White petrolatum contains butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) as stabilizer.
Each gram of VUSION contains 2.5 mg of miconazole nitrate USP, 150 mg of zinc oxide USP, and 813.5 mg of white petrolatum USP containing butylated hydroxytoluene, trihydroxystearin, and Chemoderm® 1001/B fragrance.1
VUSION is a smooth, uniform, white ointment.
12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
12.1 Mechanism of Action
The miconazole component of VUSION is an antifungal agent [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.4)]. The mechanism of action of white petrolatum and zinc oxide for the adjunctive treatment of diaper dermatitis is unknown.
12.2 Pharmacodynamics
The human pharmacodynamics of Vusion is unknown [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.4) for fungal pharmacodynamics].
12.3 Pharmacokinetics
The topical absorption of miconazole from VUSION was studied in immunocompetent male and female infants and children (n=17) with diaper dermatitis complicated by documented candidiasis (microscopic evidence of pseudohyphae and/or budding yeast) ranging in age from 1 month to 21 months. After multiple daily applications to the affected area at every diaper change (approximately 5-12 times per day) for 7 days, the plasma concentrations of miconazole were below the lower limit of quantitation (LOQ) of 0.5 ng/mL in 15 out of 17 (88%) subjects. In the other 2 remaining subjects, the plasma concentrations of miconazole were 0.57 and 0.58 ng/mL, respectively at a single timepoint (4 hours after the last application) on Day 7.
12.4 Microbiology
The miconazole nitrate component in this product has been shown to have in vitro activity against Candida albicans, an organism that is associated with diaper dermatitis. The activity of miconazole nitrate against C. albicans is based on the inhibition of the ergosterol biosynthesis in the cell membrane. The accumulation of ergosterol precursors and toxic peroxides results in cytolysis of the cell. In vitro minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC) test results for C. albicans isolates obtained from treatment failures in Clinical Study 1 (see Clinical Studies (14)) does not appear to indicate that resistance to miconazole nitrate was the reason for treatment failure. The clinical significance of the in vitro activity of miconazole nitrate against C. albicans in the setting of diaper dermatitis is unclear.
13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY
13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility
The carcinogenic potential of VUSION in animals has not been evaluated.
Miconazole nitrate was negative in a bacterial reverse mutation test, a chromosome aberration test in mice, and micronucleus assays in mice and rats.
Miconazole nitrate had no adverse effect on fertility in a study in rats at oral doses of up to 320 mg/kg/day, which is 89 times the maximum possible topical exposure of caregivers, assuming 100% absorption.
14 CLINICAL STUDIES
Study 1 was a double-blind, multicenter study in which VUSION was compared to the zinc oxide and white petrolatum combination treatment and included 236 infants and toddlers with diaper dermatitis, complicated by candidiasis as documented by KOH tests that demonstrated psuedohyphae and/or budding yeasts. Study medication was applied at every diaper change for 7 days.
The primary endpoint was “Overall Cure” and required that subjects be both clinically cured (total resolution of all signs and symptoms of infection) and microbiologically cured (eradication of candidiasis). Primary efficacy was assessed 1 week following the end of treatment, at Day 14.
Study results are shown in the following table.
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Overall Cure at Day 14 |
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VUSION n=112 |
Zinc Oxide/White Petrolatum n=124 |
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26 (23%) |
12 (10%) |
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Two additional studies provided supportive evidence of the clinical efficacy of VUSION in infants and toddlers with diaper dermatitis, some of whom cultured positive for C. albicans. However, candidal infection was not documented in the culture-positive subjects, as microscopic testing (e.g. KOH) was not done. Therefore, the positive culture results may have reflected colonization rather than infection.
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING
16.1 How Supplied
VUSION is a smooth, uniform, white ointment supplied in an aluminum tube, as follows:
50g (NDC 0145-0002-04)
16.2 Storage Conditions
Store at controlled room temperature between 20°C and 25°C (68°F and 77°F); with excursions permitted between 15°C and 30°C (59°F and 86°F).
Keep out of reach of children.
17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION
See FDA-Approved Patient Labeling
Patients using VUSION should be informed about the following information:
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• VUSION is to be used only for diaper dermatitis that is complicated by documented candidiasis (i.e. documented by microscopic testing). -
• VUSION should not be used as a substitute for frequent diaper changes. -
• VUSION should not be used to prevent diaper dermatitis. -
• VUSION should not be used long term. -
• VUSION should be used only as directed by the health care provider. -
• VUSION is for external use only. It is not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use. -
• Gently cleanse the diaper area with lukewarm water or a very mild soap and pat the area dry with a soft towel before applying VUSION. -
• Gently apply VUSION to the diaper area with the fingertips after each diaper change. Do not rub VUSION into the skin as this may cause additional irritation. -
• Thoroughly wash hands after applying VUSION. -
• Treatment should be continued for 7 days, even if there is improvement. Do not use VUSION for longer than 7 days. If symptoms have not improved by day 7, see your health care provider. -
• VUSION should not be used on children for whom it is not prescribed.
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FDA-Approved Patient Labeling
VUSION® (Vu-sion) Ointment
(0.25% miconazole nitrate, 15% zinc oxide and 81.35% white petrolatum)
IMPORTANT: For Skin Use Only. Do not use in the mouth, eyes, or vagina.
Read the Patient Information that comes with VUSION before you use it on your child. This leaflet does not take the place of talking to your health care provider about your child’s medical condition or treatment. If you have any questions or if you are not sure about any of the information on VUSION, ask your health care provider, or pharmacist.
What is VUSION?
VUSION is a prescription skin medicine used to treat diaper rash that also has a yeast infection in children who are at least 4 weeks old and who have a normal immune system. VUSION contains medicines that will help treat the yeast infection and the diaper rash, but you must also change your child’s diapers very often so that your child is not wearing a wet or soiled diaper. Even if you use VUSION, diaper rash will not go away if you do not keep your child’s diaper area clean and dry. You should use water or a very mild cleanser to clean your child’s diaper area. VUSION is not to be used to prevent diaper rash or to be used for more than 7 days.
Your health care provider will need to do a special test to tell if your child’s diaper rash also has a yeast infection. Do not use VUSION on your child’s diaper rash unless your health care provider tells you that there is also a yeast infection.
Who should not use VUSION?
VUSION is not for treatment of all cases of diaper rash. VUSION is only for diaper rash that also has a yeast infection. Most cases of diaper rash do not need the yeast medicine that is in VUSION because most cases of diaper rash do not also have a yeast infection.
Do not use VUSION on any other children or other family member.
Do not use VUSION on your child’s diaper rash if they are allergic to anything in it. See the end of this leaflet for a list of ingredients in VUSION.
Do not use on infants less than 4 weeks of age.
Do not use in infants or children who do not have a normal immune system.
How should I use VUSION on my child?
VUSION is applied to the skin on your child’s diaper area at each diaper change for 7 days.
Apply VUSION for the full 7 days even if the diaper rash starts to go away. Call your child’s health care provider if the diaper rash gets worse or does not go away with 7 days of treatment with VUSION. VUSION should not be used for more than 7 days.
To apply VUSION:
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• Gently, clean the skin on your child’s diaper area with warm ( not hot ) water. You may also use a very mild soap. Pat the area dry with a soft towel. -
• Use your fingertips and gently apply a thin layer of VUSION to your child’s diaper area at each diaper change. Do not rub VUSION into your child’s skin. Rubbing the skin can cause more irritation. -
• Wash your hands after applying VUSION on your child.
VUSION is for skin use only.
Call your child’s health care provider or poison control center right away if any VUSION is swallowed. Call your child’s health care provider if VUSION gets in the eye.
Keep out of reach of children.
What other steps will help diaper rash go away?
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• Check your child’s diaper often. Change the diaper at the first sign of wetness. -
• Clean your child’s diaper area after each diaper change. Gently wipe the diaper area from the front to back using warm ( not hot )water. You may also use a mild soap. Rinse the diaper area well. Pat dry with a soft towel. -
• Keep the diaper area open to air when possible. -
• Even if you use VUSION, diaper rash will not go away if you do not keep your child’s diaper area clean and dry.
What are the possible side effects of VUSION?
VUSION may cause irritation. You should call your child’s health care provider if irritation appears or if the diaper rash gets worse.
How should I store VUSION?
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• Keep VUSION out of the reach of children to avoid the risk of accidental ingestion. -
• Store VUSION at room temperature between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C).
General information about VUSION
Medicines are sometimes prescribed for conditions that are not mentioned in patient information leaflets.
Do not use VUSION for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give VUSION to other children or family members, even if they have the same symptoms your child has. It may harm them.
This leaflet summarizes the most important information about VUSION. If you would like more information, talk to your child’s health care provider. You can ask your child’s health care provider or pharmacist for information about VUSION that is written for healthcare professionals.
Side effects may be reported to Stiefel Laboratories, Inc. at 1-888-784-3335 (1-888-STIEFEL) or the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What are the ingredients in VUSION?
Active Ingredients: miconazole nitrate, zinc oxide, and white petrolatum
Inactive Ingredients: trihydroxystearin, butylated hydroxyltoluene (BHT), and Chemoderm® 1001/B fragrance
This Patient Information leaflet has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
The Patient Information leaflet was last revised: May 2011
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Manufactured for:
Stiefel Laboratories, Inc.
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
Manufactured by:
DSM Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Greenville, NC 27834
VUSION is a registered trademark of Stiefel Laboratories, Inc.
1Chemoderm is a registered trademark of Firmenich Inc.
©2011 Stiefel Laboratories, Inc.
Revised May 2011
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NDC 0145-0002-04
Vusion®
(miconazole nitrate 0.25% USP, zinc oxide 15% USP, white petrolatum 81.35% USP)
Ointment
50 grams
Rx only
For topical use only
Usual Dosage: See package insert.
Caution: Not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use. Keep out of reach of children. If seal is damaged or punctured, do not use, and return product to place of purchase.
Description: Each gram of VUSION® Ointment contains 2.5 mg miconazole nitrate USP, 150 mg zinc oxide USP, and 813.5 mg white petrolatum USP containing butylated hydroxytoluene, trihydroxystearin, and Chemoderm® 1001/B fragrance.
Store at 25oC (77oF); excursions permitted to 15oC -30oC (59oF -86oF).
See tube crimp for lot number and expiration date.
Manufactured for: Stiefel Laboratories, Inc., Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
For additional information: call 1-866-784-3335. Serious side effects associated with the use of this product may be reported to this number.
VUSION is a registered trademark of Stiefel Laboratories, Inc.
Stiefel Laboratories, Inc.
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
DEVCOMP-0001674
©2011 Stiefel Laboratories, Inc.
VUSIONmiconazole nitrate, zinc oxide, white petrolatum OINTMENT
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