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She's had enough of her moderate to severe endometriosis pain—she needs a change
Do you see patients like these in your practice?
My pain comes and goes throughout the month, keeping me sidelined from things I care about like spending time with friends and family.
Reason for visit: Unresolved endometriosis pain
Diagnosed with endometriosis 4 years ago
Renee continues to suffer from her endometriosis pain. She may be ready for a treatment change.
ORILISSA may be an appropriate option for Renee
Due to my pain, I sometimes struggle to maintain focus at work. And I'm tired of compromising.
Reason for visit: Surgical consult for endometriosis
Diagnosed with endometriosis 8 years ago
Sabrina may be appropriate for surgery for her endometriosis pain. Where do alternative options fit within her journey?
ORILISSA may be an appropriate option for Sabrina
Sometimes I feel like I’m on the outside looking in. It’s hard to stay present when I’m in pain, and that can hold me back.
Reason for visit: Annual exam
Diagnosed with endometriosis 2 years ago
Fiona is early in her treatment journey, but she may be ready to try something other than OCs for her endometriosis pain.
ORILISSA may be an appropriate option for Fiona
Indication and Important Safety Information
INDICATION1
ORILISSA® (elagolix) is indicated for the management of moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION1
CONTRAINDICATIONS
- ORILISSA is contraindicated in women who are pregnant (exposure to ORILISSA early in pregnancy may increase the risk of early pregnancy loss), in women with known osteoporosis or severe hepatic impairment, or with concomitant use of strong organic anion transporting polypeptide (OATP) 1B1 inhibitors (e.g., cyclosporine and gemfibrozil).
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Bone Loss
- ORILISSA causes a dose-dependent decrease in bone mineral density (BMD), which is greater with increasing duration of use and may not be completely reversible after stopping treatment.
- The impact of ORILISSA-associated decreases in BMD on long-term bone health and future fracture risk is unknown. Consider assessment of BMD in patients with a history of low-trauma fracture or other risk factors for osteoporosis or bone loss, and do not use in women with known osteoporosis.
- Limit the duration of use to reduce the extent of bone loss.
Change in Menstrual Bleeding Pattern and Reduced Ability to Recognize Pregnancy
- Women who take ORILISSA may experience a reduction in the amount, intensity, or duration of menstrual bleeding, which may reduce the ability to recognize the occurrence of pregnancy in a timely manner. Perform pregnancy testing if pregnancy is suspected, and discontinue ORILISSA if pregnancy is confirmed.
Suicidal Ideation, Suicidal Behavior, and Exacerbation of Mood Disorders
- Suicidal ideation and behavior, including one completed suicide, occurred in subjects treated with ORILISSA in the endometriosis clinical trials.
- ORILISSA users had a higher incidence of depression and mood changes compared to placebo and ORILISSA users with a history of suicidality or depression had an increased incidence of depression. Promptly evaluate patients with depressive symptoms to determine whether the risks of continued therapy outweigh the benefits. Patients with new or worsening depression, anxiety, or other mood changes should be referred to a mental health professional, as appropriate.
- Advise patients to seek immediate medical attention for suicidal ideation and behavior. Reevaluate the benefits and risks of continuing ORILISSA if such events occur.
Hepatic Transaminase Elevations
- In clinical trials, dose-dependent elevations of serum alanine aminotransferase (ALT) at least 3 times the upper limit of the reference range occurred with ORILISSA.
- Use the lowest effective dose and instruct patients to promptly seek medical attention in case of symptoms or signs that may reflect liver injury, such as jaundice.
- Promptly evaluate patients with elevations in liver tests to determine whether the benefits of continued therapy outweigh the risks.
Reduced Efficacy with Estrogen-Containing Contraceptives
- Based on the mechanism of action of ORILISSA, estrogen-containing contraceptives are expected to reduce the efficacy of ORILISSA. The effect of progestin-only contraceptives on the efficacy of ORILISSA is unknown.
- Advise women to use non-hormonal contraceptives during treatment and for one week after discontinuing ORILISSA.
ADVERSE REACTIONS
- The most common adverse reactions (>5%) in clinical trials included hot flushes and night sweats, headache, nausea, insomnia, amenorrhea, anxiety, arthralgia, depression-related adverse reactions, and mood changes.
These are not all the possible side effects of ORILISSA.
Safety and effectiveness of ORILISSA in patients less than 18 years of age have not been established.
US-ORIL-200330
For more information, please click here for full Prescribing Information.
Reference:
1. ORILISSA [package insert]. North Chicago, IL: AbbVie Inc.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION1
CONTRAINDICATIONS
- ORILISSA is contraindicated in women who are pregnant (exposure to ORILISSA early in pregnancy may increase the risk of early pregnancy loss), in women with known osteoporosis or severe hepatic impairment, in women taking organic anion transporting polypeptide (OATP) 1B1 inhibitors that are known or expected to significantly increase elagolix plasma concentrations, and in women with known hypersensitivity reaction to ORILISSA or any of its inactive components. Reactions have included anaphylaxis and angioedema.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Bone Loss
- ORILISSA causes a dose-dependent decrease in bone mineral density (BMD), which is greater with increasing duration of use and may not be completely reversible after stopping treatment.
- The impact of ORILISSA-associated decreases in BMD on long-term bone health and future fracture risk is unknown. ORILISSA is contraindicated in women with known osteoporosis. Consider assessment of BMD in patients with a history of low-trauma fracture or other risk factors for osteoporosis or bone loss.
- Limit the duration of use to reduce the extent of bone loss.
Change in Menstrual Bleeding Pattern and Reduced Ability to Recognize Pregnancy
- Women who take ORILISSA may experience a reduction in the amount, intensity, or duration of menstrual bleeding, which may reduce the ability to recognize the occurrence of pregnancy in a timely manner. Perform pregnancy testing if pregnancy is suspected, and discontinue ORILISSA if pregnancy is confirmed.
Suicidal Ideation, Suicidal Behavior, and Exacerbation of Mood Disorders
- Suicidal ideation and behavior, including one completed suicide, occurred in subjects treated with ORILISSA in the endometriosis clinical trials.
- ORILISSA users had a higher incidence of depression and mood changes compared to placebo and ORILISSA users with a history of suicidality or depression had an increased incidence of depression. Promptly evaluate patients with depressive symptoms to determine whether the risks of continued therapy outweigh the benefits. Patients with new or worsening depression, anxiety, or other mood changes should be referred to a mental health professional, as appropriate.
- Advise patients to seek immediate medical attention for suicidal ideation and behavior. Reevaluate the benefits and risks of continuing ORILISSA if such events occur.
Hepatic Transaminase Elevations
- In clinical trials, dose-dependent elevations of serum alanine aminotransferase (ALT) at least 3 times the upper limit of the reference range occurred with ORILISSA.
- Use the lowest effective dose and instruct patients to promptly seek medical attention in case of symptoms or signs that may reflect liver injury, such as jaundice.
- Promptly evaluate patients with elevations in liver tests to determine whether the benefits of continued therapy outweigh the risks.
Interactions with Hormonal Contraceptives
- Advise women to use effective non-hormonal contraceptives during treatment and for 28 days after discontinuing ORILISSA.
- Coadministration of ORILISSA 200 mg twice daily with an estrogen-containing contraceptive is not recommended because of the potential for increased estrogen-associated risks including thromboembolic disorders and vascular events. Coadministration of ORILISSA with an estrogen-containing contraceptive is expected to reduce the efficacy of ORILISSA.
- Coadministration with progestin-containing oral contraceptives may reduce the efficacy of the contraceptive. The effect of progestin-only contraceptives on the efficacy of ORILISSA is unknown. Coadministration of ORILISSA with progestin-containing intrauterine contraceptive systems has not been studied.
ADVERSE REACTIONS
- The most common adverse reactions (>5%) in clinical trials included hot flushes and night sweats, headache, nausea, insomnia, amenorrhea, anxiety, arthralgia, depression-related adverse reactions, and mood changes.
These are not all the possible side effects of ORILISSA.
Safety and effectiveness of ORILISSA in pediatric patients have not been established.
US-ORIL-210045
For more information, please click here for full Prescribing Information.
Reference:
1. ORILISSA [package insert]. North Chicago, IL: AbbVie Inc.