Actions of Onelar in details
Pharmacology: Onelar HCl is a selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SSNRI).
Mechanism of Action: Although the exact mechanism of the antidepressant and central pain inhibitory action of Onelar in humans are unknown, the antidepressant and pain inhibitory actions are believed to be related to its potentiation of serotonergic and noradrenergic activity in the central nervous system (CNS). Preclinical studies have shown that Onelar is a potent inhibitor of neuronal serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake and a less potent inhibitor of dopamine reuptake. Onelar has no significant affinity for dopaminergic, adrenergic, cholinergic, histaminergic, opioid, glutamate and GABA receptors in vitro. Onelar does not inhibit monoamine oxidase (MAO). Onelar undergoes extensive metabolism, but the major circulating metabolites have not been shown to contribute significantly to the pharmacologic activity of Onelar.
Pharmacokinetics: Onelar is well absorbed after oral administration, with maximal plasma concentrations of Onelar (Cmax) occurring 6 hrs post-dose. The absolute oral bioavailability of Onelar ranged from 32-80%. Food does not affect the Cmax of Onelar, but delays the time to reach peak concentration from 6-10 hrs and it marginally decreases the extent of absorption (AUC) by about 10%. There is a 3-hr delay in absorption and a 1/3 increase in apparent clearance of Onelar after an evening dose as compared to a morning dose. Steady-state plasma concentrations are typically achieved after 3 days of dosing.
The apparent volume of distribution averages about 1640 L. Onelar is highly bound (>90%) to proteins in human plasma, binding primarily to albumin and α1-acid glycoprotein. Plasma protein binding of Onelar is not affected by renal or hepatic impairment.
Elimination of Onelar is mainly through hepatic metabolism involving 2 P450 isozymes, CYP2D6 and CYP1A2. Onelar has an elimination half-life (t½) of about 12 hrs (range 8-17 hrs) and its pharmacokinetics are dose proportional over the therapeutic range. Biotransformation and disposition of Onelar in humans have been determined following oral administration of 14C-labeled Onelar. Onelar comprises about 3% of the total radiolabeled material in the plasma, indicating that it undergoes extensive metabolism to numerous metabolites. The major biotransformation pathways for Onelar involve oxidation of the naphthyl ring followed by conjugation and further oxidation. Both CYP2D6 and CYP1A2 catalyze the oxidation of the naphthyl ring in vitro. Metabolites found in plasma include 4-hydroxy Onelar glucuronide and 5-hydroxy, 6-methoxy Onelar sulfate. Many additional metabolite have been identified in urine, some representing only minor pathways of elimination. Only trace (<1% of the dose) amounts of unchanged Onelar are present in the urine. Most (about 70%) of the Onelar dose appears in the urine as metabolites of Onelar: About 20% is excreted in the feces.
Onelar bioavailability (AUC) appears to be reduced by about 1/3 in smokers. Dosage modifications are not recommended for smokers. After a single Onelar 60 mg dose, Cmax and AUC values were approximately 100% greater in patients with end stage renal disease receiving chronic intermittent hemodialysis than in subjects with normal renal function. The AUCs of the major circulating metabolites were approximately 7- to 9-fold higher and would be expected to increase further with multiple dosing. For this reason, Onelar is not recommended for patients with end stage renal disease (requiring dialysis) or severe renal impairment [estimated creatinine clearance (CrCl) <30 mL/min].
Patients with clinically evident hepatic insufficiency have decreased Onelar metabolism and elimination. After a single Onelar 20 mg dose, 6 cirrhotic patients with moderate liver impairment (Child-Pugh class B) had a mean plasma Onelar clearance about 15% that of age and gender matched healthy subjects, with a 5-fold increase in mean exposure (AUC). Although Cmax was similar to normals in the cirrhotic subjects, the t½ was about 3 times longer.
How should I take Onelar?
Take Onelar only as directed by your doctor to benefit your condition as much as possible. Do not take more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered.
Onelar comes with a Medication Guide. Read and follow the instructions carefully. Ask your doctor if you have any questions.
Swallow the delayed-release capsule whole with or without food. Do not chew, crush, or break the capsule. Do not open the capsule and sprinkle the contents on food or in liquids.
You will need to use Onelar for several weeks before you begin to feel better. Keep using the medicine even if you feel you are not getting better, and talk to your doctor if you have any questions.
Dosing
The dose of Onelar will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of Onelar. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.
The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.
- For oral dosage form (delayed-release capsules):
- For treatment of anxiety:
- Adults—At first, 60 milligrams (mg) once a day. Some patients may start at 30 mg once a day for 1 week before increasing the dose to 60 mg once a day. Your doctor may increase your dose as needed. However, the dose is usually not more than 120 mg per day.
- Elderly—At first, 30 mg once a day for 2 weeks before increasing the dose to 60 mg once a day. Your doctor may increase your dose as needed. However, the dose is usually not more than 120 mg per day.
- Children 7 years of age and older—At first, 30 mg once a day for 2 weeks before increasing the dose to 60 mg once a day. Your doctor may increase your dose as needed. However, the dose is usually not more than 120 mg per day.
- Children younger than 7 years of age—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
- For treatment of chronic muscle pain:
- Adults—60 milligrams (mg) once a day. Some patients may start at 30 mg once a day for 1 week before increasing the dose to 60 mg once a day.
- Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
- For treatment of depression:
- Adults—40 milligrams (mg) per day (given as 20 mg two times per day) to 60 mg per day (given either once a day or as 30 mg two times per day). Your doctor may increase your dose as needed. However, the dose is usually not more than 120 mg per day.
- Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
- For treatment of diabetic peripheral neuropathy:
- Adults—60 milligrams (mg) once a day.
- Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
- For treatment of fibromyalgia:
- Adults—60 milligrams (mg) once a day. Some patients may start at 30 mg once a day for 1 week before increasing the dose to 60 mg once a day.
- Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
- For treatment of anxiety:
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Onelar, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.
Onelar administration
Oral: Administer without regard to meals. Swallow capsule whole; do not crush or chew.
Delayed-release particles capsule: Although the manufacturer does not recommend opening the capsule to facilitate administration, Onelar has been found to be stable for up to 2 hours after sprinkling the contents of capsule on applesauce or in apple juice (not chocolate pudding) taking care not to crush the pellets and damage the enteric coating (Wells 2008). Tolerability studies of this administration technique have not been conducted. Adverse effects have been reported to the FDA when patients opened the capsules, however, reports do not detail if pellets were crushed (FDA 2007).
Delayed-release sprinkle capsule: Capsule can be opened and contents sprinkled over small amount of applesauce; instruct patient to swallow drug/food mixture immediately after mixing. Contents of capsule can also be added to a plastic catheter tip syringe with 50 mL of water and shaken for 10 seconds before administering through a 12 French or larger nasogastric tube.
Onelar pharmacology
Mechanism of Action
Although the exact mechanisms of the antidepressant, central pain inhibitory and anxiolytic actions of Onelar in humans are unknown, these actions are believed to be related to its potentiation of serotonergic and noradrenergic activity in the CNS.
Pharmacodynamics
Preclinical studies have shown that Onelar is a potent inhibitor of neuronal serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake and a less potent inhibitor of dopamine reuptake. Onelar has no significant affinity for dopaminergic, adrenergic, cholinergic, histaminergic, opioid, glutamate, and GABA receptors in vitro. Onelar does not inhibit monoamine oxidase (MAO).
Onelar is in a class of drugs known to affect urethral resistance. If symptoms of urinary hesitation develop during treatment with Onelar, consideration should be given to the possibility that they might be drug-related.
Pharmacokinetics
Onelar has an elimination half-life of about 12 hours (range 8 to 17 hours) and its pharmacokinetics are dose proportional over the therapeutic range. Steady-state plasma concentrations are typically achieved after 3 days of dosing. Elimination of Onelar is mainly through hepatic metabolism involving two P450 isozymes, CYP1A2 and CYP2D6.
Absorption and Distribution
Orally administered Onelar hydrochloride is well absorbed. There is a median 2 hour lag until absorption begins (Tlag), with maximal plasma concentrations (Cmax) of Onelar occurring 6 hours post dose. Food does not affect the Cmax of Onelar, but delays the time to reach peak concentration from 6 to 10 hours and it marginally decreases the extent of absorption (AUC) by about 10%. There is a 3 hour delay in absorption and a one-third increase in apparent clearance of Onelar after an evening dose as compared to a morning dose.
The apparent volume of distribution averages about 1640 L. Onelar is highly bound (>90%) to proteins in human plasma, binding primarily to albumin and α1-acid glycoprotein. The interaction between Onelar and other highly protein bound drugs has not been fully evaluated. Plasma protein binding of Onelar is not affected by renal or hepatic impairment.
Metabolism and Elimination
Biotransformation and disposition of Onelar in humans have been determined following oral administration of 14C-labeled Onelar. Onelar comprises about 3% of the total radiolabeled material in the plasma, indicating that it undergoes extensive metabolism to numerous metabolites. The major biotransformation pathways for Onelar involve oxidation of the naphthyl ring followed by conjugation and further oxidation. Both CYP1A2 and CYP2D6 catalyze the oxidation of the naphthyl ring in vitro. Metabolites found in plasma include 4-hydroxy Onelar glucuronide and 5-hydroxy, 6-methoxy Onelar sulfate. Many additional metabolites have been identified in urine, some representing only minor pathways of elimination. Only trace (<1% of the dose) amounts of unchanged Onelar are present in the urine. Most (about 70%) of the Onelar dose appears in the urine as metabolites of Onelar; about 20% is excreted in the feces. Onelar undergoes extensive metabolism, but the major circulating metabolites have not been shown to contribute significantly to the pharmacologic activity of Onelar.
Children and Adolescents (ages 7 to 17 years)
Onelar steady-state plasma concentration was comparable in children (7 to 12 years of age), adolescents (13 to 17 years of age) and adults. The average steady-state Onelar concentration was approximately 30% lower in the pediatric population (children and adolescents) relative to the adults. The model-predicted Onelar steady state plasma concentrations in children and adolescents were mostly within the concentration range observed in adult patients and did not exceed the concentration range in adults.
References
- EPA DSStox. "Duloxetine: DSSTox provides a high quality public chemistry resource for supporting improved predictive toxicology.". https://comptox.epa.gov/dashboard/ds... (accessed September 17, 2018).
Reviews
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