INDICATIONS AND USAGE
CAMBIA® (diclofenac potassium) for oral solution is indicated for the acute
treatment of migraine attacks with or without aura in adults (18 years of age or older).
Limitations of Use:
- CAMBIA is not indicated for the prophylactic therapy of migraine.
- The safety and effectiveness of CAMBIA have not been established for cluster headache.
CAMBIA® (diclofenac potassium) for oral solution is indicated for the acute treatment of
migraine attacks with or without aura in adults (18 years of age or older).
Limitations of Use:
- CAMBIA is not indicated for the prophylactic therapy of migraine.
- The safety and effectiveness of CAMBIA have not been established for cluster headache.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING: RISK OF SERIOUS CARDIOVASCULAR AND GASTROINTESTINAL EVENTS
Cardiovascular Thrombotic Events
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular
thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction, and stroke, which can be fatal. This risk may occur
early in treatment and may increase with duration of use.
- CAMBIA is contraindicated in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery.
Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Ulceration, and Perforation
- NSAIDs cause an increased risk of serious gastrointestinal (GI) adverse events including bleeding,
ulceration, and perforation of the stomach or intestines, which can be fatal. These events can occur at
any time during use and without warning symptoms. Elderly patients and patients with a prior history of
peptic ulcer disease and/or GI bleeding are at greater risk for serious GI events.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Use the lowest effective dosage for the shortest duration consistent with individual patient
treatment goals. The safety and effectiveness of a second dose have not been established.
Non-Interchangeability with Other Formulations of Diclofenac
Different formulations of oral diclofenac are not bioequivalent even if the milligram strength is
the same. Therefore, it is not possible to convert dosing from any other formulation of diclofenac to
CAMBIA.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
CAMBIA is contraindicated in the following patients:
- Known hypersensitivity (e.g., anaphylactic reactions and serious skin reactions) to diclofenac or any
components of the drug product
- History of asthma, urticaria, or other allergic-type reactions after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs.
Severe, sometimes fatal, anaphylactic reactions to NSAIDs have been reported in such patients.
- In the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Cardiovascular Thrombotic Events
Clinical trials of several COX-2 selective and nonselective NSAIDs of up to three years duration have shown
an increased risk of serious cardiovascular (CV) thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction (MI) and
stroke, which can be fatal.
To minimize the potential risk for an adverse CV event in NSAID-treated patients, use the lowest effective
dose for the shortest duration possible. Physicians and patients should remain alert for the development of
such events, throughout the entire treatment course, even in the absence of previous CV symptoms. Patients
should be informed about the symptoms of serious CV events and the steps to take if they occur.
Post-MI Patients
Avoid the use of CAMBIA in patients with a recent MI unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk
of recurrent CV thrombotic events. If CAMBIA is used in patients with a recent MI, monitor patients for
signs of cardiac ischemia.
Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Ulceration, and Perforation
NSAIDs, including diclofenac, cause serious gastrointestinal (GI) adverse events including inflammation,
bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, or large intestine, which
can be fatal. These serious adverse events can occur at any time, with or without warning symptoms, in
patients treated with NSAIDs. Only one in five patients who develop a serious upper GI adverse event on
NSAID therapy is symptomatic.
See full Prescribing Information for more information.
Hepatotoxicity
Inform patients of the warning signs and symptoms of hepatotoxicity (e.g., nausea, fatigue, lethargy,
diarrhea, pruritus, jaundice, right upper quadrant tenderness, and "flu-like" symptoms). If clinical signs
and symptoms consistent with liver disease develop, or if systemic manifestations occur (e.g., eosinophilia,
rash, etc.), discontinue CAMBIA immediately, and perform a clinical evaluation of the patient.
To minimize the potential risk for an adverse liver-related event in patients treated with CAMBIA, use the
lowest effective dose for the shortest duration possible.
Hypertension
NSAIDs, including CAMBIA, can lead to new onset of hypertension or worsening of pre-existing hypertension,
either of which may contribute to the increased incidence of CV events. Use NSAIDs, including CAMBIA, with
caution in patients with hypertension. Monitor blood pressure closely during the initiation of NSAID
treatment and throughout the course of therapy.
Patients taking angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, thiazides, or loop diuretics may have
impaired response to these therapies when taking NSAIDs.
Heart Failure and Edema
A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials demonstrated an approximately two-fold increase in
hospitalizations for heart failure in COX-2 selective-treated patients and nonselective NSAID-treated
patients compared to placebo-treated patients. In a National Registry study of patients with heart failure,
NSAID use increased the risk of MI, hospitalization for heart failure, and death.
Additionally, fluid retention and edema have been observed in some patients treated with NSAIDs. Use of
diclofenac may blunt the CV effects of several therapeutic agents used to treat these medical conditions
(e.g., diuretics, ACE inhibitors, or angiotensin receptor blockers [ARBs]).
Avoid the use of CAMBIA in patients with severe heart failure unless the benefits are expected to outweigh
the risk of worsening heart failure. If CAMBIA is used in patients with severe heart failure, monitor
patients for signs of worsening heart failure.
Renal Toxicity and Hyperkalemia
Renal Toxicity
Monitor renal function in patients with renal or hepatic impairment, heart failure, dehydration, or
hypovolemia. Avoid use of CAMBIA in patients with advanced renal disease unless benefits are expected to
outweigh risk of worsening renal function.
Anaphylactic Reactions
Diclofenac has been associated with anaphylactic reactions in patients with and without known
hypersensitivity to diclofenac and in patients with aspirin-sensitive asthma. Seek emergency help if an
anaphylactic reaction occurs.
Exacerbation of Asthma Related to Aspirin Sensitivity
CAMBIA is contraindicated in patients with aspirin-sensitive asthma. Monitor patients with preexisting
asthma (without aspirin sensitivity).
Serious Skin Reactions
NSAIDs, including diclofenac, can cause serious skin adverse events such as exfoliative dermatitis,
Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS), and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), which can be fatal. These serious
events can occur without warning.
CAMBIA should be discontinued at the first appearance of skin rash or any other sign of hypersensitivity.
CAMBIA is contraindicated in patients with previous serious skin reactions to NSAIDs.
Medication Overuse Headache
Overuse of acute migraine drugs (e.g., ergotamine, triptans, opioids, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
or combination of these drugs for 10 or more days per month) may lead to exacerbation of headache
(medication overuse headache). Medication overuse headache may present as migraine-like daily headaches or
as a marked increase in frequency of migraine attacks. Detoxification of patients, including withdrawal of
the overused drugs and treatment of withdrawal symptoms (which often includes a transient worsening of
headache) may be necessary.
Hematologic Toxicity
Anemia has occurred in NSAID-treated patients. This may be due to occult or gross blood loss, fluid
retention, or an incompletely described effect upon erythropoiesis. If a patient treated with CAMBIA has any
signs or symptoms of anemia, monitor hemoglobin or hematocrit.
NSAIDs, including CAMBIA, may increase the risk of bleeding events. Concomitant use of warfarin and other
anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), and serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and serotonin
norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) may increase this risk. Monitor these patients and any patient
who may be adversely affected by alterations in platelet function for signs of bleeding.
ADVERSE REACTIONS
The most common adverse events (≥1% and greater than placebo) in clinical trials with CAMBIA were nausea
and dizziness.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Drugs That Interfere with Hemostasis (e.g. warfarin, aspirin, SSRIs/SNRIs):
Monitor
patients for bleeding who are concomitantly taking CAMBIA with drugs that interfere with hemostasis.
Concomitant use of CAMBIA and analgesic doses of aspirin is not generally recommended.
ACE Inhibitors and ARBs
Concomitant use with CAMBIA in elderly, volume depleted, or those with renal impairment may result in
deterioration of renal function. In such high risk patients, monitor for signs of worsening renal function.
Diuretics
NSAIDs can reduce natriuretic effect of loop and thiazide diuretics. Monitor patients to assure diuretic
efficacy including antihypertensive effects.
Digoxin
Concomitant use with CAMBIA can increase serum concentration and prolong half-life of digoxin. Monitor
serum digoxin levels.
Please see full Prescribing Information for complete information about Drug
Interactions.
USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS
Use in Pregnancy
Based on animal data, may cause fetal harm. Based on human data, starting at 30 weeks gestation, CAMBIA
should be avoided as premature closure of the ductus arteriosus in the fetus may occur. Prior to 30 weeks
gestation, CAMBIA should be used in pregnancy only if the potential benefit outweighs the risk to the fetus
(Category C). Starting at 30 weeks, CAMBIA can cause fetal harm (Category D).
Nursing Mothers:
Use with caution, as it is not known if diclofenac is excreted in human milk.
Pediatric Use
Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.
Geriatric Use
Elderly patients, compared to younger patients, are at greater risk for NSAID-associated serious
cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and/or renal adverse reactions. If the anticipated benefit for the elderly
patient outweighs these potential risks, start dosing at the low end of the dosing range, and monitor
patients for adverse effects
Hepatic Impairment
Because hepatic metabolism accounts for almost 100% of diclofenac elimination, patients with hepatic
impairment should be considered for treatment with CAMBIA only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Renal Impairment
Treatment with CAMBIA is not recommended in patients with advanced renal disease.
Please see full Prescribing Information including BOXED WARNING and Medication Guide for
more information about CAMBIA.
