Insulin Glargine And Lixisenatide

Prescription

Brand names: Soliqua 100/33

Dosage Form

Injection

Route

SUBCUTANEOUS

Manufacturer

Sanofi-Aventis U.S. LLC

About This Medication

11 DESCRIPTION SOLIQUA 100/33 is a combination of insulin glargine, an insulin analog, and lixisenatide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist. Insulin glargine is a human insulin analog produced by recombinant DNA technology utilizing a nonpathogenic laboratory strain of Escherichia coli (K12) as the production organism. The minimum potency of insulin glargine is NLT 15 units/mg. Insulin glargine differs from human insulin in that the amino acid asparagine at position A21 is replaced by glycine and two arginines are added at the C-terminus of the B-chain. Insulin glargine has low aqueous solubility at neutral pH. At pH 4 insulin glargine is completely soluble. It has a molecular weight of 6.063 kDa. Lixisenatide is a synthetic analogue of human GLP-1, which acts as a GLP-1 receptor agonist. Lixisenatide is a protein containing 44 amino acids, which is amidated at the C-terminal amino acid (position 44) and has a molecular weight of 4.8585 kDa. SOLIQUA 100/33 (insulin glargine and lixisenatide) injection is a sterile, colorless to almost colorless solution for subcutaneous use. SOLIQUA 100/33 is supplied as a prefilled single-patient-use disposable pen contain 300 units of insulin glargine and 100 mcg of lixisenatide in 3 mL of a clear, colorless to almost colorless, sterile, and aqueous solution. Each mL contains 100 units of insulin glargine and 33 mcg of lixisenatide and the inactive ingredients: glycerol (20 mg), metacresol (2.7 mg), methionine (3 mg), zinc (30 mcg), and Water for Injection, USP. Hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide may be added to adjust the pH. The approximate pH is 4.5.

Active Ingredients

Ingredient	Strength
Insulin Glargine	-
Lixisenatide	-

Indications & Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE SOLIQUA 100/33 is a combination of insulin glargine and lixisenatide and is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. SOLIQUA 100/33 is a combination of insulin glargine, an insulin analog, and lixisenatide, a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use ( 1 ) : Concomitant use in combination with any other product containing a GLP-1 receptor agonist is not recommended. Not recommended for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis. Has not been studied in combination with prandial insulin. Limitations of Use : SOLIQUA 100/33 contains lixisenatide. Coadministration with any other product containing lixisenatide or another glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist is not recommended [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] . SOLIQUA 100/33 is not recommended for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis. SOLIQUA 100/33 has not been studied in combination with prandial insulin.

How It Works

12.1 Mechanism of Action SOLIQUA 100/33 SOLIQUA 100/33 is a combination of insulin glargine, a basal insulin analog, and lixisenatide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist. Insulin glargine The primary activity of insulin, including insulin glargine, is regulation of glucose metabolism. Insulin and its analogs lower blood glucose by stimulating peripheral glucose uptake, especially by skeletal muscle and fat, and by inhibiting hepatic glucose production. Insulin inhibits lipolysis and proteolysis and enhances protein synthesis. Lixisenatide Lixisenatide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist that increases glucose-dependent insulin release, decreases glucagon secretion, and slows gastric emptying.

Dosage & Administration

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Inject subcutaneously once a day within the hour prior to the first meal of the day. ( 2.1 ) SOLIQUA 100/33 pen delivers 15 units to 60 units per injection. ( 2.1 , 2.2 ) Maximum daily dosage is 60 units (60 units of insulin glargine and 20 mcg of lixisenatide). ( 2.1 ) Discontinue basal insulin or GLP-1 receptor agonist prior to initiation. ( 2.2 ) In patients naive to basal insulin or to a GLP-1 receptor agonist, currently on less than 30 units of basal insulin, or on a GLP-1 receptor agonist, the recommended starting dosage is 15 units subcutaneously once daily. ( 2.2 ) In patients inadequately controlled on 30 to 60 units of basal insulin, the starting dosage is 30 units subcutaneously once daily. ( 2.2 ) See Full Prescribing Information for titration recommendations. ( 2.3 ) Inject subcutaneously in abdominal area, thigh, or upper arm and rotate injection sites within the same region from one injection to the next to reduce risk of lipodystrophy and localized cutaneous amyloidosis. ( 2.5 ) Do not administer intravenously, or via an infusion pump. ( 2.5 ) Do not dilute or mix with any other insulin products or solutions. ( 2.5 ) 2.1 Important Dosage Information SOLIQUA 100/33 is a combination of insulin glargine and lixisenatide. Administer SOLIQUA 100/33 subcutaneously once a day within the hour prior to the first meal of the day. The SOLIQUA 100/33 pen delivers doses from 15 to 60 units in a single injection. Table 1 presents the units of insulin glargine and the micrograms of lixisenatide in each dosage of SOLIQUA 100/33 [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) ] . The maximum dose of SOLIQUA 100/33 is 60 units daily (60 units insulin glargine and 20 mcg lixisenatide) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] . 2.2 Recommended Starting Dose In patients naive to basal insulin or to a GLP-1 receptor agonist, currently on a GLP-1 receptor agonist or currently on less than 30 units of basal insulin daily: Discontinue therapy with basal insulin or a GLP-1 receptor agonist prior to initiation of SOLIQUA 100/33. The recommended starting dosage of SOLIQUA 100/33 is 15 units (15 units insulin glargine and 5 mcg lixisenatide) given subcutaneously once daily. In patients currently on 30 to 60 units of basal insulin daily, with or without a GLP-1 receptor agonist: Discontinue therapy with basal insulin or GLP-1 receptor agonist prior to initiation of SOLIQUA 100/33. The recommended starting dosage of SOLIQUA 100/33 is 30 units (30 units insulin glargine and 10 mcg lixisenatide) given subcutaneously once daily. Table 1: Units of Insulin Glargine and Micrograms of Lixisenatide in Each Dosage of SOLIQUA 100/33 SOLIQUA 100/33 (dose window display) The dose window on the SOLIQUA 100/33 pen displays numbers for the even units and displays lines for the odd units. Insulin glargine component dose Lixisenatide component dose Comment 2 --- --- Safety test dose – not for injection 15 15 units 5 mcg Recommended starting dosage for patients naive to basal insulin or GLP-1 receptor agonist, currently on GLP-1 receptor agonist, or currently on less than 30 units of basal insulin daily 16 16 units 5.3 mcg 17 17 units 5.7 mcg 18 18 units 6 mcg 19 19 units 6.3 mcg 20 20 units 6.7 mcg 21 21 units 7 mcg 22 22 units 7.3 mcg 23 23 units 7.7 mcg 24 24 units 8 mcg 25 25 units 8.3 mcg 26 26 units 8.7 mcg 27 27 units 9 mcg 28 28 units 9.3 mcg 29 29 units 9.7 mcg 30 30 units 10 mcg Recommended starting dosage for patients currently on 30 to 60 units of basal insulin daily, with or without a GLP-1 receptor agonist: 31 31 units 10.3 mcg 32 32 units 10.7 mcg 33 33 units 11 mcg 34 34 units 11.3 mcg 35 35 units 11.7 mcg 36 36 units 12 mcg 37 37 units 12.3 mcg 38 38 units 12.7 mcg 39 39 units 13 mcg 40 40 units 13.3 mcg 41 41 units 13.7 mcg 42 42 units 14 mcg 43 43 units 14.3 mcg 44 44 units 14.7 mcg 45 45 units 15 mcg 46 46 units 15.3 mcg 47 47 units 15.7 mcg 48 48 units 16 mcg 49 49 units 16.3 mcg 50 50 units 16.7 mcg 51 51 units 17 mcg 52 52 units 17.3 mcg 53 53 units 17.7 mcg 54 54 units 18 mcg 55 55 units 18.3 mcg 56 56 units 18.7 mcg 57 57 units 19 mcg 58 58 units 19.3 mcg 59 59 units 19.7 mcg 60 60 units 20 mcg Maximum daily dosage [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] 2.3 Titration of SOLIQUA 100/33 After starting with the recommended dosage of SOLIQUA 100/33, [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) ] , titrate the dosage upwards or downwards by two to four units (see Table 2 ) every week based on the patient's metabolic needs, blood glucose monitoring results, and glycemic control goal until the desired fasting plasma glucose is achieved. To minimize the risk of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia, additional titration may be needed with changes in physical activity, meal patterns (i.e., macronutrient content or timing of food intake), or renal or hepatic function; during acute illness; or when used with other medications [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) and Drug Interactions (7) ] . Table 2: Recommended Titration of SOLIQUA 100/33 (Every Week) The recommended SOLIQUA 100/33 dosage is between 15 to 60 units (see Table 1 ). Self-Monitored Fasting Plasma Glucose SOLIQUA 100/33 Dosage Adjustment Above target range +2 units (2 units of insulin glargine and 0.66 mcg of lixisenatide) to +4 units (4 units of insulin glargine and 1.32 mcg of lixisenatide) Within target range 0 units Below target range -2 units (2 units of insulin glargine and 0.66 mcg of lixisenatide) to -4 units (4 units of insulin glargine and 1.32 mcg of lixisenatide) 2.4 Missed Doses Instruct patients who miss a dose of SOLIQUA 100/33 to resume the once-daily regimen as prescribed with the next scheduled dose. Do not administer an extra dose or increase the dose to make up for the missed dose. 2.5 Important Administration Instructions The SOLIQUA 100/33 prefilled pen is for single-patient-use only [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] . Train patients on proper use and injection technique before initiating SOLIQUA 100/33. Always check the SOLIQUA 100/33 label before administration [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] . Visually inspect for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration. Only use SOLIQUA 100/33 if the solution is clear and colorless to almost colorless. Inject SOLIQUA 100/33 subcutaneously into the abdominal area, thigh, or upper arm. Rotate injection sites within the same region from one injection to the next to reduce the risk of lipodystrophy and localized cutaneous amyloidosis. Do not inject into areas of lipodystrophy or localized cutaneous amyloidosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) , Adverse Reactions (6) ] . During changes to a patient's insulin regimen, increase the frequency of blood glucose monitoring [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] . Do not administer intravenously or via an insulin pump. Use SOLIQUA 100/33 with caution in patients with visual impairment who may rely on audible clicks to dial their dose. The SOLIQUA 100/33 pen dials in 1-unit increments. Do not dilute or mix SOLIQUA 100/33 with any other insulin or solution. Do not split the dose of SOLIQUA 100/33.

Side Effects Overview

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed elsewhere: Anaphylaxis and Serious Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Acute Pancreatitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Hypoglycemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Acute Kidney Injury Due to Volume Depletion [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] Severe Gastrointestinal Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] Hypokalemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10) ] Acute Gallbladder Disease [see Warnings and Precautions (5.12) ] Pulmonary Aspiration During General Anesthesia or Deep Sedation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.13) ] The most common adverse reactions, reported in ≥5% of patients treated with SOLIQUA 100/33 include hypoglycemia, nausea, nasopharyngitis, diarrhea, upper respiratory tract infection, and headache. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact sanofi-aventis at 1-800-633-1610 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 clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trial of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The safety of SOLIQUA 100/33 (n=834, with a mean treatment duration of 203 days) has been evaluated in two clinical studies (30 weeks duration) in type 2 diabetes patients. The studies, Study A and B [see Clinical Studies (14) ] , had the following characteristics: mean age was approximately 59 years; approximately 50% were male, 90% were Caucasian, 6% were Black or African American, and 18% were Hispanic. The mean duration of diabetes was 10.3 years, mean HbA1c at screening for Study A was 8.2 and Study B was 8.5. The mean BMI at baseline was 32 kg/m 2 . Baseline eGFR was ≥60 mL/min in 87.2% of the pooled study population and mean baseline eGFR was 83.0 mL/min/1.73 m 2 . Table 3: Adverse Reactions Occurring in ≥5% of SOLIQUA 100/33–Treated Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus from Two Pooled Clinical Trials SOLIQUA 100/33, % (n=834) Nausea 10.0 Nasopharyngitis 7.0 Diarrhea 7.0 Upper respiratory tract infection 5.5 Headache 5.4 Hypoglycemia Hypoglycemia is the most commonly observed adverse reaction in patients using insulin, and insulin-containing products including SOLIQUA 100/33 [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] . The rates of reported hypoglycemia depend on the definition of hypoglycemia used, diabetes type, insulin dose, intensity of glucose control, background therapies, and other intrinsic and extrinsic patient factors. For these reasons, comparing rates of hypoglycemia in clinical trials for SOLIQUA 100/33 with the incidence of hypoglycemia for other products may be misleading and also, may not be representative of hypoglycemia rates that will occur in clinical practice. In the SOLIQUA 100/33 program, severe hypoglycemia was defined as an event requiring assistance of another person to actively administer carbohydrate, glucagon, or other resuscitative actions and documented symptomatic hypoglycemia was defined as an event with typical symptoms of hypoglycemia accompanied by a self-monitored plasma glucose value equal to or less than 70 mg/dL (see Table 4 ). No clinically important differences in risk of severe hypoglycemia between SOLIQUA 100/33 and comparators were observed in clinical trials. Table 4: Hypoglycemic Episodes in SOLIQUA 100/33-Treated Patients with T2DM SOLIQUA 100/33 Study A N=469 SOLIQUA 100/33 Study B N=365 Severe symptomatic hypoglycemia Defined as an event requiring assistance of another person to actively administer carbohydrate, glucagon, or other resuscitative actions. (%) 0 1.1 Hypoglycemia (self-monitored plasma glucose <54 mg/dL) (%) 8.1 17.8 Gastrointestinal Adverse Reactions Gastrointestinal adverse reactions are the most commonly observed adverse reaction in patients using lixisenatide. Gastrointestinal adverse reactions occur more frequently at the beginning of SOLIQUA 100/33 therapy. Gastrointestinal adverse reactions including nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, dyspepsia, gastritis, abdominal pain, flatulence, gastroesophageal reflux disease, abdominal distension, and decreased appetite have been reported in patients treated with SOLIQUA 100/33. In Study A, vomiting was 6.4% in the lixisenatide-treated patients versus 3.2% in the SOLIQUA 100/33–treated patients and 1.5% in the insulin glargine–treated patients; nausea was 24% in the lixisenatide-treated patients versus 9.6% in the SOLIQUA 100/33–treated patients, and 3.6% in the insulin glargine–treated patients. Lipodystrophy Administration of insulin subcutaneously, including SOLIQUA 100/33, has resulted in lipoatrophy (depression in the skin) or lipohypertrophy (enlargement or thickening of tissue) in some patients [see Dosage and Administration (2.5) ] . Anaphylaxis and Hypersensitivity Lixisenatide In the lixisenatide development program anaphylaxis cases were adjudicated. Anaphylaxis was defined as a skin or mucosal lesion of acute onset associated with at least 1 other organ system involvement. Symptoms such as hypotension, laryngeal edema or severe bronchospasm could be present but were not required for the case definition. More cases adjudicated as meeting the definition for anaphylaxis occurred in lixisenatide-treated patients (incidence rate of 0.2% or 16 cases per 10,000 patient years) than placebo-treated patient (incidence rate of 0.1% or 7 cases per 10,000 patient years). Allergic reactions (such as anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, and urticaria) adjudicated as possibly related to the study medication were observed more frequently in lixisenatide-treated patients (0.4%) than placebo-treated patients (0.2%) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Insulin glargine Severe, life-threatening, generalized allergy, including anaphylaxis, generalized skin reactions, angioedema, bronchospasm, hypotension, and shock may occur with any insulin, including SOLIQUA 100/33, and may be life-threatening. Pancreatitis In clinical trials of lixisenatide there were 21 cases of pancreatitis among lixisenatide-treated patients and 14 cases in comparator-treated patients (incidence rate of 21 vs 17 per 10,000 patient-years). Lixisenatide cases were reported as acute pancreatitis (n=3), pancreatitis (n=12), chronic pancreatitis (n=5), and edematous pancreatitis (n=1). Some patients had risk factors for pancreatitis, such as a history of cholelithiasis or alcohol abuse. Acute Gallbladder Disease In a cardiovascular outcomes trial, cholelithiasis occurred in 0.4% of lixisenatide-treated patients versus 0.2% in placebo-treated patients and acute cholecystitis in 0.3% of lixisenatide-treated patients versus 0.2% in placebo-treated patients. Injection-Site Reactions As with any insulin or GLP-1 receptor agonist–containing product, patients taking SOLIQUA 100/33 may experience injection-site reactions, including injection-site hematoma, pain, hemorrhage, erythema, nodules, swelling, discoloration, pruritus, warmth, and injection-site mass. In the clinical program the proportion of injection-site reactions occurring in patients treated with SOLIQUA 100/33 was 1.7%. Insulin Initiation and Intensification of Glucose Control Intensification or rapid improvement in glucose control has been associated with a transitory, reversible ophthalmologic refraction disorder, worsening of diabetic retinopathy, and acute painful peripheral neuropathy. However, long-term glycemic control decreases the risk of diabetic retinopathy and neuropathy. Peripheral Edema Some patients taking insulin glargine, a component of SOLIQUA 100/33 have experienced sodium retention and edema, particularly if previously poor metabolic control is improved by intensified insulin therapy. Weight Gain Weight gain can occur with insulin-containing products, including SOLIQUA 100/33, and has been attributed to the anabolic effects of insulin. 6.2 Immunogenicity SOLIQUA 100/33 As with all therapeutic proteins, there is potential for immunogenicity. The detection of antibody formation is highly dependent on the sensitivity and specificity of the assay. Additionally, the observed incidence of antibody (including neutralizing antibody) positivity in an assay may be influenced by several factors including assay methodology, sample handling, timing of sample collection, concomitant medications, and underlying disease. For these reasons, comparison of the incidence of antibodies to SOLIQUA 100/33 in the studies described below with the incidence of antibodies in other studies or to other products may be misleading. After 30 weeks of treatment with SOLIQUA 100/33 in two phase 3 trials, the incidence of formation of anti-insulin glargine antibodies was 21.0% and 26.2%. In approximately 93% of the patients, anti-insulin glargine antibodies showed cross-reactivity to human insulin. The incidence of formation of anti-lixisenatide antibodies was approximately 43%. Lixisenatide In the pool of 9 placebo-controlled studies, 70% of patients exposed to lixisenatide tested positive for anti-lixisenatide antibodies during the trials. In the subset of patients (2.4%) with the highest antibody concentrations (>100 nmol/L), an attenuated glycemic response was observed. A higher incidence of allergic reactions and injection-site reactions occurred in antibody positive patients [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ] . Anti-lixisenatide antibody characterization studies have demonstrated the potential for development of antibodies cross-reactive with endogenous GLP-1 and glucagon, but their incidence has not been fully determined and the clinical significance of these antibodies is not currently known. No information regarding the presence of neutralizing antibodies is currently available. 6.3 Postmarketing Experience The following additional adverse reactions have been identified during post approval use. 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. Insulin glargine: Localized cutaneous amyloidosis at the injection site has occurred with insulins. Hyperglycemia has been reported with repeated insulin injections into areas of localized cutaneous amyloidosis; hypoglycemia has been reported with a sudden change to an unaffected injection site; Lixisenatide: Gastrointestinal : acute pancreatitis, hemorrhagic and necrotizing pancreatitis, ileus Hepatobiliary: cholecystitis, cholelithiasis requiring cholecystectomy Neurologic: dysgeusia, dysesthesia Pulmonary: pulmonary aspiration has occurred in patients receiving GLP-1 receptor agonists undergoing elective surgeries or procedures requiring general anesthesia or deep sedation. Renal: acute renal failure or worsening of chronic renal failure, sometimes requiring hemodialysis Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue: alopecia .

Warnings & Precautions

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Anaphylaxis and Serious Hypersensitivity Reactions : Severe, life-threatening, and generalized allergic reactions can occur. Instruct patients to discontinue use if a reaction occurs and promptly seek medical attention. ( 5.1 ) Acute Pancreatitis : Has been observed in patients treated with GLP-1 receptor agonists, including SOLIQUA 100/33. Discontinue if pancreatitis is suspected. ( 5.2 ) Never share a SOLIQUA 100/33 prefilled pen between patients, even if the needle is changed. ( 5.3 ) Hyperglycemia or Hypoglycemia with Changes in Insulin Regimen : Make changes to a patient's insulin regimen (e.g., insulin strength, manufacturer, type, injection site or method of administration) under close medical supervision with increased frequency of blood glucose monitoring. ( 5.4 ) Overdose Due to Medication Errors : SOLIQUA 100/33 contains two drugs. Instruct patients to always check the label before each injection since accidental mix-ups with insulin products can occur. Do not exceed the maximum dose or use with other GLP-1 receptor agonists. ( 5.5 ) Hypoglycemia : May be life-threatening. Increase frequency of glucose monitoring with changes to insulin dosage, coadministered glucose lowering medications, meal pattern, physical activity; and in patients with renal or hepatic impairment and hypoglycemia unawareness. ( 5.6 ) Acute kidney injury Due to Volume Depletion : Monitor renal function in patients reporting adverse reactions that could lead to volume depletion. SOLIQUA 100/33 is not recommended in patients with end-stage renal disease. ( 5.7 ) Severe Gastrointestinal Adverse Reactions: Use has been associated with gastrointestinal adverse reactions, sometimes severe. SOLIQUA 100/33 is not recommended in patients with severe gastroparesis ( 5.8 ). Immunogenicity : Patients may develop antibodies to insulin glargine and lixisenatide. If there is worsening glycemic control or failure to achieve targeted glycemic control, significant injection-site reactions or allergic reactions, alternative antidiabetic therapy should be considered. ( 5.9 ) Hypokalemia : May be life-threatening. Monitor potassium levels in patients at risk of hypokalemia and treat if indicated. ( 5.10 ) Fluid Retention and Heart Failure with Use of PPAR-gamma agonists ) : Observe for signs and symptoms of heart failure; consider dosage reduction or discontinuation if heart failure occurs. ( 5.11 ) Acute Gallbladder Disease : If cholelithiasis or cholecystitis are suspected, gallbladder studies are indicated. ( 5.12 ) Pulmonary Aspiration During General Anesthesia or Deep Sedation: Has been reported in patients receiving GLP-1 receptor agonists undergoing elective surgeries or procedures. Instruct patients to inform healthcare providers of any planned surgeries or procedures . ( 5.13 ) 5.1 Anaphylaxis and Serious Hypersensitivity Reactions In clinical trials of lixisenatide there have been cases of anaphylaxis (frequency of 0.1% or 10 cases per 10,000 patient-years) and other serious hypersensitivity reactions including angioedema. Severe, life-threatening, generalized allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, generalized skin reactions, angioedema, bronchospasm, hypotension, and shock can occur with insulins, including insulin glargine. There have been postmarketing reports of serious hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylactic reactions and angioedema, in patients treated with SOLIQUA 100/33 [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . Inform and closely monitor patients with a history of anaphylaxis or angioedema with another GLP-1 receptor agonist for allergic reactions, because it is unknown whether such patients will be predisposed to anaphylaxis with SOLIQUA 100/33. SOLIQUA 100/33 is contraindicated in patients with known serious hypersensitivity to lixisenatide or insulin glargine [see Contraindications (4) ] . If a hypersensitivity reaction occurs, the patient should discontinue SOLIQUA 100/33 and promptly seek medical attention. 5.2 Acute Pancreatitis Acute pancreatitis, including fatal and non-fatal hemorrhagic or necrotizing pancreatitis, has been observed in patients treated with GLP-1 receptor agonists [see Adverse Reactions (6) ] . After initiation of SOLIQUA 100/33, observe patients carefully for signs and symptoms of pancreatitis (including persistent severe abdominal pain, sometimes radiating to the back and which may or may not be accompanied by vomiting). If pancreatitis is suspected, discontinue SOLIQUA 100/33 and initiate appropriate management. 5.3 Never Share a SOLIQUA 100/33 Prefilled Pen Between Patients SOLIQUA 100/33 prefilled pens must never be shared between patients, even if the needle is changed. Sharing of the pen poses a risk for transmission of blood-borne pathogens. 5.4 Hyperglycemia or Hypoglycemia with Changes in Insulin Regimen Changes in insulin regimen (e.g., insulin strength, manufacturer, type, injection site or method of administration) may affect glycemic control and predispose to hypoglycemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] or hyperglycemia. Repeated insulin injections into areas of lipodystrophy or localized cutaneous amyloidosis have been reported to result in hyperglycemia; and a sudden change in the injection site (to unaffected area) has been reported to result in hypoglycemia [see Adverse Reactions (6) ] . Make any changes to a patient's insulin regimen under close medical supervision with increased frequency of blood glucose monitoring. Advise patients who have repeatedly injected into areas of lipodystrophy or localized cutaneous amyloidosis to change the injection site to unaffected areas and closely monitor for hypoglycemia. Adjustments in concomitant oral antidiabetic treatment may be needed. When converting from basal insulin therapy or a GLP-1 receptor agonist to SOLIQUA 100/33 follow dosing recommendations [see Dosage and Administration (2.2 , 2.3) ] . 5.5 Overdose Due to Medication Errors SOLIQUA 100/33 contains two drugs: insulin glargine and lixisenatide. Administration of more than 60 units of SOLIQUA 100/33 daily can result in overdose of the lixisenatide component. Do not exceed the 20-mcg maximum recommended dose of lixisenatide or use with other GLP-1 receptor agonists. Accidental mix-ups between insulin products have been reported. To avoid medication errors between SOLIQUA 100/33 and other insulins, instruct patients to always check the insulin label before each injection. 5.6 Hypoglycemia Hypoglycemia is the most common adverse reaction associated with insulin-containing products, including SOLIQUA 100/33 [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . Severe hypoglycemia can cause seizures, may be life-threatening or cause death. Hypoglycemia can impair concentration ability and reaction time; this may place an individual and others at risk in situations where these abilities are important (e.g., driving or operating other machinery). SOLIQUA 100/33 (an insulin-containing product), or any insulin, should not be used during episodes of hypoglycemia [see Contraindications (4) ] . Hypoglycemia can happen suddenly, and symptoms may differ in each individual and change over time in the same individual. Symptomatic awareness of hypoglycemia may be less pronounced in patients with longstanding diabetes, in patients with diabetic nerve disease, in patients using medications that block the sympathetic nervous system (e.g., beta-blockers) [see Drug Interactions (7.1) ] , or in patients who experience recurrent hypoglycemia. Risk Factors for Hypoglycemia The risk of hypoglycemia generally increases with intensity of glycemic control. The risk of hypoglycemia after an injection is related to the duration of action of the insulin and, in general, is highest when the glucose lowering effect of the insulin is maximal. As with all insulin-containing preparations, the glucose lowering effect time course of SOLIQUA 100/33 may vary in different individuals or at different times in the same individual and depends on many conditions, including the area of injection as well as the injection-site blood supply and temperature [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) ] . Other factors which may increase the risk of hypoglycemia include changes in meal pattern (e.g., macronutrient content or timing of meals), changes in level of physical activity, or changes to coadministered medication [see Drug Interactions (7.1) ] . Patients with renal or hepatic impairment may be at higher risk of hypoglycemia [see Use in Specific Populations (8.6 , 8.7) ] . Risk Mitigation Strategies for Hypoglycemia Patients and caregivers must be educated to recognize and manage hypoglycemia. Self-monitoring of blood glucose plays an essential role in the prevention and management of hypoglycemia. In patients at higher risk for hypoglycemia and patients who have reduced symptomatic awareness of hypoglycemia, increased frequency of blood glucose monitoring is recommended. The long-acting effect of insulin glargine may delay recovery from hypoglycemia. 5.7 Acute Kidney Injury Due to Volume Depletion There have been postmarketing reports of acute kidney injury, in some cases requiring hemodialysis, in patients treated with GLP-1 receptor agonists [see Adverse Reactions (6.3) ] . The majority of the reported events occurred in patients who experienced gastrointestinal reactions leading to dehydration such as nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ]. Monitor renal function in patients reporting adverse reactions to SOLIQUA 100/33 that could lead to volume depletion, especially during dosage initiation and escalation of SOLIQUA 100/33.SOLIQUA 100/33 is not recommended in patients with end-stage renal disease [see Use in Specific Populations (8.6) ] . 5.8 Severe Gastrointestinal Adverse Reactions Use of GLP-1 receptor agonists, including SOLIQUA 100/33, has been associated with gastrointestinal adverse reactions, sometimes severe [see Adverse Reactions (6.) ] . SOLIQUA 100/33 is not recommended in patients with severe gastroparesis. 5.9 Immunogenicity Patients may develop antibodies to insulin and lixisenatide following treatment. A pooled analysis of studies of lixisenatide-treated patients showed that 70% were antibody positive at Week 24. In the subset of patients (2.4%) with the highest antibody concentrations (>100 nmol/L), an attenuated glycemic response was observed. A higher incidence of allergic reactions and injection-site reactions occurred in antibody positive patients [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) , Adverse Reactions (6.2) ] . If there is worsening glycemic control or failure to achieve targeted glycemic control, significant injection-site reactions or allergic reactions, alternative antidiabetic therapy should be considered. 5.10 Hypokalemia All insulin-containing products, including SOLIQUA 100/33, cause a shift in potassium from the extracellular to intracellular space, possibly leading to hypokalemia. Untreated hypokalemia may cause respiratory paralysis, ventricular arrhythmia, and death. Monitor potassium levels in patients at risk for hypokalemia if indicated (e.g., patients using potassium-lowering medications, patients taking medications sensitive to serum potassium concentrations). 5.11 Fluid Retention and Heart Failure with Concomitant Use of PPAR-gamma Agonists Thiazolidinediones (TZDs), which are peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor (PPAR)-gamma agonists, can cause dose-related fluid retention, particularly when used in combination with insulin-containing products, including SOLIQUA 100/33. Fluid retention may lead to or exacerbate heart failure. Patients treated with SOLIQUA 100/33 and a PPAR-gamma agonist should be observed for signs and symptoms of heart failure. If heart failure develops, it should be managed according to current standards of care, and discontinuation or dose reduction of the PPAR-gamma agonist must be considered. 5.12 Acute Gallbladder Disease Acute events of gallbladder disease such as cholelithiasis or cholecystitis have been reported in GLP-1 receptor agonist trials and postmarketing. In a cardiovascular outcomes trial, cholelithiasis occurred in 0.4% of lixisenatide-treated patients versus 0.2% in placebo-treated patients and acute cholecystitis in 0.3% of lixisenatide-treated patients versus 0.2% in placebo-treated patients. If cholelithiasis is suspected, gallbladder studies and appropriate clinical follow-up are indicated. 5.13 Pulmonary Aspiration During General Anesthesia or Deep Sedation SOLIQUA 100/33 delays gastric emptying [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) ]. There have been rare postmarketing reports of pulmonary aspiration in patients receiving GLP-1 receptor agonists undergoing elective surgeries or procedures requiring general anesthesia or deep sedation who had residual gastric contents despite reported adherence to preoperative fasting recommendations. Available data are insufficient to inform recommendations to mitigate the risk of pulmonary aspiration during general anesthesia or deep sedation in patients taking SOLIQUA 100/33, including whether modifying preoperative fasting recommendations or temporarily discontinuing SOLIQUA 100/33 could reduce the incidence of retained gastric contents. Instruct patients to inform healthcare providers prior to any planned surgeries or procedures if they are taking SOLIQUA 100/33.

Contraindications

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS SOLIQUA 100/33 is contraindicated: During episodes of hypoglycemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] . In patients with serious hypersensitivity to insulin glargine, lixisenatide, or any of the excipients in SOLIQUA 100/33. Hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis have occurred with both lixisenatide and insulin glargine [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . During episodes of hypoglycemia. ( 4 ) Serious hypersensitivity to insulin glargine, lixisenatide, or any of the excipients in SOLIQUA 100/33 ( 4 )

Pharmacokinetics

12.3 Pharmacokinetics SOLIQUA 100/33 The insulin glargine/lixisenatide ratio has no relevant impact on the PK of insulin glargine in SOLIQUA 100/33. Compared to administration of lixisenatide alone, the C max is lower whereas the AUC is generally comparable when administered as SOLIQUA 100/33. The insulin glargine/lixisenatide ratio has no impact on the PK of lixisenatide in SOLIQUA 100/33. The observed differences in the PK of lixisenatide when given as SOLIQUA 100/33 or alone are not considered to be clinically relevant. Absorption After subcutaneous administration of insulin glargine/lixisenatide combinations, insulin glargine showed no pronounced peak. Exposure to insulin glargine ranged from 86% to 101% compared to administration of insulin glargine alone. After subcutaneous administration of insulin glargine/lixisenatide combinations, the median t max of lixisenatide was in the range of 2.5 to 3.0 hours. There was a small decrease in C max of lixisenatide of 22%–34% compared with separate simultaneous administration of insulin glargine and lixisenatide, which is not likely to be clinically significant. There are no clinically relevant differences in the rate of absorption when lixisenatide is administered subcutaneously in the abdomen, thigh, or arm. Distribution The protein binding of lixisenatide is 55%. Metabolism and elimination A metabolism study in humans who received insulin glargine alone indicates that insulin glargine is partly metabolized at the carboxyl terminus of the B chain in the subcutaneous depot to form two active metabolites with in vitro activity similar to that of human insulin, M1 (21 A -Gly-insulin) and M2 (21 A -Gly-des-30 B -Thr-insulin). Unchanged drug and these degradation products are also present in the circulation. Lixisenatide is presumed to be eliminated through glomerular filtration, and proteolytic degradation. After multiple dose administration in patients with type 2 diabetes, mean terminal half-life was approximately 3 hours and the mean apparent clearance (CL/F) about 35 L/h. Special populations Effects of age, body weight, gender, and race Insulin glargine: Effect of age, race, and gender on the pharmacokinetics of insulin glargine has not been evaluated. In controlled clinical trials in adults with insulin glargine (100 units/mL), subgroup analyses based on age, race, and gender did not show differences in safety and efficacy. Lixisenatide: Age, body weight, gender, and race were not observed to meaningfully affect the pharmacokinetics of lixisenatide in population PK analyses. Renal impairment Lixisenatide: Compared to healthy subjects (N=4), plasma C max of lixisenatide was increased by approximately 60%, 42%, and 83% in subjects with mild (CLcr 60–89 mL/min [N=9]), moderate (CLcr 30–59 mL/min [N=11]), and severe (CLcr 15–29 mL/min [N=8]) renal impairment. Plasma AUC was increased by approximately 34%, 69% and 124% with mild, moderate, and severe renal impairment, respectively [see Use in Specific Populations (8.6) ] . Drug interaction studies with SOLIQUA 100/33 Insulin glargine and lixisenatide have no relevant potential to induce or inhibit CYP isozymes and, therefore, no direct drug interaction is expected. Beyond the interaction studies performed with the individual components no additional interaction studies were conducted with SOLIQUA 100/33. Drug interaction studies with lixisenatide The drug interaction studies focused on the potential for lixisenatide to influence the rate and extent of exposure to coadministered drugs due to its known delaying effect on gastric emptying. Acetaminophen Lixisenatide 10 mcg did not change the overall exposure (AUC) of acetaminophen following administration of a single dose of acetaminophen 1000 mg, whether before or after lixisenatide. No effects on acetaminophen C max and t max were observed when acetaminophen was administered 1 hour before lixisenatide. When administered 1 or 4 hours after 10 mcg lixisenatide, C max of acetaminophen was decreased by 29% and 31%, respectively, and median t max was delayed by 2.0 and 1.75 hours, respectively. Oral contraceptives Administration of a single dose of an oral contraceptive medicinal product (ethinylestradiol 0.03 mg/levonorgestrel 0.15 mg) 1 hour before or 11 hours after 10 mcg lixisenatide, did not change C max , AUC, t 1/2 and t max of ethinylestradiol and levonorgestrel. Administration of the oral contraceptive 1 hour or 4 hours after lixisenatide did not affect the overall exposure (AUC) and mean terminal half-life (t 1/2 ) of ethinylestradiol and levonorgestrel. However, C max of ethinylestradiol was decreased by 52% and 39%, respectively, and C max of levonorgestrel was decreased by 46% and 20%, respectively, and median t max was delayed by 1 to 3 hours. Atorvastatin When lixisenatide 20 mcg and atorvastatin 40 mg were coadministered in the morning for 6 days, the exposure of atorvastatin was not affected, while C max was decreased by 31% and t max was delayed by 3.25 hours. No such increase for t max was observed when atorvastatin was administered in the evening and lixisenatide in the morning but the AUC and C max of atorvastatin were increased by 27% and 66%, respectively. Warfarin and other coumarin derivatives After concomitant administration of warfarin 25 mg with repeated dosing of lixisenatide 20 mcg, there were no effects on AUC or INR (International Normalized Ratio) while C max was reduced by 19% and t max was delayed by 7 hours. Digoxin After concomitant administration of lixisenatide 20 mcg and digoxin 0.25 mg at steady state, the AUC of digoxin was not affected. The t max of digoxin was delayed by 1.5 hour and the C max was reduced by 26%. Ramipril After concomitant administration of lixisenatide 20 mcg and ramipril 5 mg for 6 days, the AUC of ramipril was increased by 21% while the C max was decreased by 63%. The AUC and C max of the active metabolite (ramiprilat) were not affected. The t max of ramipril and ramiprilat were delayed by approximately 2.5 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE SOLIQUA 100/33 is a combination of insulin glargine and lixisenatide and is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. SOLIQUA 100/33 is a combination of insulin glargine, an insulin analog, and lixisenatide, a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use ( …

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Inject subcutaneously once a day within the hour prior to the first meal of the day. ( 2.1 ) SOLIQUA 100/33 pen delivers 15 units to 60 units per injection. ( 2.1 , 2.2 ) Maximum daily dosage is 60 units (60 units of insulin glargine and 20 mcg of lixisenatide). ( 2.1 ) Discontinue basal insulin or GLP-1 receptor agonist prior to initiation. ( 2.2 ) In patients naive to basal insulin or to a …

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Anaphylaxis and Serious Hypersensitivity Reactions : Severe, life-threatening, and generalized allergic reactions can occur. Instruct patients to discontinue use if a reaction occurs and promptly seek medical attention. ( 5.1 ) Acute Pancreatitis : Has been observed in patients treated with GLP-1 receptor agonists, including SOLIQUA 100/33. Discontinue if pancreatitis is suspected. ( 5.2 ) Never share a SOLIQUA 100/33 prefilled pen between patients, even if the needle is changed. ( 5.3 ) Hyperglycemia or Hypoglycemia …

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS SOLIQUA 100/33 is contraindicated: During episodes of hypoglycemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] . In patients with serious hypersensitivity to insulin glargine, lixisenatide, or any of the excipients in SOLIQUA 100/33. Hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis have occurred with both lixisenatide and insulin glargine [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . During episodes of hypoglycemia. ( 4 ) Serious hypersensitivity to insulin glargine, lixisenatide, or any of the excipients in SOLIQUA 100/33 ( 4 …

Insulin Glargine And Lixisenatide is a prescription medication. You will need a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.

Similar Injection Products

Testosterone Cypionate

Angiotensin Ii

Pertuzumab, Trastuzumab, And Hyaluronidase-Zzxf

Mirvetuximab Soravtansine

Spesolimab-Sbzo

Anticoagulant Citrate Phosphate Dextrose …

Browse all Injection products →

References & Data Sources

• DailyMed — Insulin Glargine And Lixisenatide drug label (National Library of Medicine)
• openFDA — Insulin Glargine And Lixisenatide label data (U.S. Food & Drug Administration)
• RxNorm — RXCUI 1858995 (NLM Normalized Drug Names)
• NDC Directory — Insulin Glargine And Lixisenatide (FDA National Drug Code)

Medical Disclaimer

The information on this page is intended for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or medication.

Data sources: DailyMed (NLM), openFDA, MFDS