vibegron 75 MG Oral Tablet [Gemtesa]

INDICATIONS AND USAGE GEMTESA is a beta-3 adrenergic agonist indicated for the treatment of: overactive bladder (OAB) with symptoms of urge urinary incontinence, urgency, and urinary frequency in adults. ( 1.1 ) overactive bladder (OAB) with symptoms of urge urinary incontinence, urgency, and urinary frequency in adult males on pharmacological therapy for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). ( 1.2 ) 1.1 Overactive Bladder in Adults GEMTESA ® is indicated for the treatment of overactive bladder (OAB) with symptoms of urge urinary incontinence, urgency, and urinary frequency in adults. 1.2 Overactive Bladder in Adult Males with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) GEMTESA is indicated for the treatment of overactive bladder (OAB) with symptoms of urge urinary incontinence, urgency, and urinary frequency in adult males on pharmacological therapy for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The recommended dose is one 75 mg tablet orally once daily. ( 2.1 ) Swallow tablet whole with water. ( 2.1 ) Tablet may be crushed and mixed with applesauce. ( 2.1 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosage The recommended dosage of GEMTESA is one 75 mg tablet orally, once daily with or without food. Swallow GEMTESA tablets whole with a glass of water. In adults, GEMTESA tablets also may be crushed, mixed with a tablespoon (approximately 15 mL) of applesauce and taken immediately with a glass of water [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] .

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Urinary Retention : Monitor for urinary retention, especially in patients with bladder outlet obstruction and also in patients taking muscarinic antagonist medications for OAB, in whom the risk of urinary retention may be greater. If urinary retention develops, discontinue GEMTESA. ( 5.1 ) Angioedema : Angioedema of the face and/or larynx has been reported with GEMTESA. ( 5.2 ) 5.1 Urinary Retention Urinary retention has been reported in patients taking GEMTESA. The risk of urinary retention may be increased in patients with bladder outlet obstruction and also in patients taking muscarinic antagonist medications for the treatment of OAB. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of urinary retention, particularly in patients with bladder outlet obstruction or patients taking muscarinic antagonist medications for the treatment of OAB. Discontinue GEMTESA in patients who develop urinary retention [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )] . 5.2 Angioedema Angioedema of the face and/or larynx has been reported with GEMTESA. Angioedema has been reported to occur hours after the first dose or after multiple doses. Angioedema, associated with upper airway swelling, may be life-threatening. If involvement of the tongue, hypopharynx, or larynx occurs, immediately discontinue GEMTESA and provide appropriate therapy and/or measures necessary to ensure a patent airway. GEMTESA is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to vibegron or any component of GEMTESA [see Contraindications ( 4 ) and Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )] .

CONTRAINDICATIONS GEMTESA is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to vibegron or any components of GEMTESA. Hypersensitivity reactions, such as angioedema, have occurred [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) and Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )] . Do not use if prior hypersensitivity reaction to vibegron or any components of the product. ( 4 )

Mechanism of Action Vibegron is a selective human beta-3 adrenergic receptor agonist. Activation of the beta-3 adrenergic receptor increases bladder capacity by relaxing the detrusor smooth muscle during bladder filling.