Tryptyr (Acoltremon): Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Warnings

Uses

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE TRYPTYR is indicated for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease. TRYPTYR is a TRPM8 thermoreceptor agonist indicated for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease. ( 1 )

Dosage and administration

Instill one drop in each eye twice daily (approximately 12 hours apart). ( 2 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosage Instill one drop in each eye twice daily (approximately 12 hours apart). 2.2 Administration Instructions Wash hands before use. The single-dose vials are to be used immediately after opening and can be used to dose both eyes. Discard the single-dose vial, including any remaining contents, immediately after use. TRYPTYR can be used concomitantly with other topical ophthalmic eye drops. If more than one topical ophthalmic drug is being used, the drugs should be administered at least five (5) minutes apart . Contact lenses should be removed prior to the administration of TRYPTYR and may be reinserted 15 minutes following administration. If one dose is missed, treatment should continue with the next dose.

Dosage forms and strengths

3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS TRYPTYR is a clear to slightly opalescent, colorless ophthalmic solution containing 0.003% acoltremon in a single-dose vial. Ophthalmic solution: 0.003% acoltremon in a single-dose vial. ( 3 )

Contraindications

None. None. ( 4 )

Warnings and precautions

To avoid the potential for eye injury and contamination, do not touch the vial tip to the eye or other surfaces. ( 5.1 ) 5.1 Potential for Eye Injury and Contamination To avoid the potential for eye injury and contamination, do not touch the vial tip to the eye or other surfaces. 5.2 Use with Contact Lenses TRYPTYR should not be administered while wearing contact lenses. If contact lenses are worn, they should be removed prior to administration of the solution. Lenses may be reinserted 15 minutes following administration of TRYPTYR.

Side effects

The most common adverse reaction was instillation site pain (50%). ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Alcon Laboratories, Inc. at 1-800-757-9780, 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 the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. In patients with dry eye disease, 766 patients received at least one dose of TRYPTYR in four randomized controlled clinical trials across 71 sites in the United States. The most common ocular adverse reaction observed in controlled clinical studies with TRYPTYR was instillation site pain (50%). Less than 1% of patients discontinued therapy due to burning or stinging sensation in the eyes.

Use in specific populations

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on TRYPTYR in pregnant women. Systemic exposure to acoltremon from ocular administration is negligible [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . Intravenous administration of acoltremon to pregnant rats and rabbits during organogenesis did not produce embryofetal toxicity at 806- and 2151-fold the maximum recommended human ocular dose (MRHOD) of acoltremon on a mg/m 2 basis ( see Data ) . All pregnancies have a risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the US general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects is 2 to 4%, and of miscarriage is 15 to 20%, of clinically recognized pregnancies. Data Animal Data In embryofetal developmental studies in pregnant rats and rabbits dosed by intravenous injection daily during organogenesis from gestation days 6-17 and gestation days 7-19, respectively, no maternal or fetal toxicity was observed at 806- and 2151-fold the MRHOD of acoltremon on a mg/m 2 basis. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary There are no data on the presence of acoltremon in human milk, the effects on the breastfed infant, or the effects on milk production. However, systemic exposure to acoltremon following topical ocular administration is low. The lack of clinical data during lactation precludes a clear determination of the risk of TRYPTYR to an infant during lactation; however, the developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for TRYPTYR. 8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of TRYPTYR have not been established in pediatric patients. 8.5 Geriatric Use No clinically relevant differences in safety have been observed between elderly and younger patients.

Pregnancy

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on TRYPTYR in pregnant women. Systemic exposure to acoltremon from ocular administration is negligible [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . Intravenous administration of acoltremon to pregnant rats and rabbits during organogenesis did not produce embryofetal toxicity at 806- and 2151-fold the maximum recommended human ocular dose (MRHOD) of acoltremon on a mg/m 2 basis ( see Data ) . All pregnancies have a risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the US general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects is 2 to 4%, and of miscarriage is 15 to 20%, of clinically recognized pregnancies. Data Animal Data In embryofetal developmental studies in pregnant rats and rabbits dosed by intravenous injection daily during organogenesis from gestation days 6-17 and gestation days 7-19, respectively, no maternal or fetal toxicity was observed at 806- and 2151-fold the MRHOD of acoltremon on a mg/m 2 basis.

Pediatric use

8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of TRYPTYR have not been established in pediatric patients.

Geriatric use

8.5 Geriatric Use No clinically relevant differences in safety have been observed between elderly and younger patients.

Description

(acoltremon ophthalmic solution) 0.003% contains an agonist of TRPM8 ion channels. Acoltremon’s chemical name is (1 R ,2 S ,5 R )-2-isopropyl- N -(4-methoxyphenyl)-5-methylcyclohexane-1-carboxamide. The molecular formula of acoltremon is C 18 H 27 NO 2 and has a molecular weight of 289.42 g/mol. Acoltremon is a white to pale yellow crystalline solid, that is insoluble in water. TRYPTYR is a sterile, clear to slightly opalescent, colorless, isotonic aqueous solution for topical ophthalmic use, with a pH of approximately 7 and an osmolality of 280 to 330 mOsm/kg. Each mL of TRYPTYR contains active: acoltremon 0.003%; and inactives: polyoxyl 35 castor oil, sodium dihydrogen phosphate dihydrate, sodium chloride, hypromellose and purified water. Additionally, sodium hydroxide is used to adjust pH. TRYPTYR does not contain an anti-microbial preservative.

Mechanism of action

12.1 Mechanism of Action Studies in animals suggest that acoltremon, the active substance in TRYPTYR, is an agonist of transient receptor potential melastatin 8 (TRPM8) thermoreceptors. TRPM8 thermoreceptor stimulation has been shown to activate trigeminal nerve signaling leading to increased basal tear production. The exact mechanism of action for TRYPTYR in dry eye disease is unknown.

How supplied

(acoltremon ophthalmic solution) 0.003% is supplied as a sterile, clear to slightly opalescent, and colorless solution in a low-density polyethylene (LDPE), single-dose vial with a 0.4 mL fill. One strip of 5 single-dose vials is packaged in a foil pouch with twelve (12) pouches in a carton. NDC 0065-8595-02; Carton of 60 Single-Dose Vials. Storage Store refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F). After opening the carton, TRYPTYR may be stored refrigerated or at room temperature at 2°C to 25°C (36°F to 77°F). If stored at room temperature, TRYPTYR should be used within 30 days, not to exceed the expiration date printed on the carton and foil pouch. After opening each foil pouch, the single-dose vials should be used within 7 days, not to exceed the expiration date printed on the vial. Store unopened single-dose vials in the original foil pouch until ready to use.

Active ingredients

Acoltremon in 1 product

Tryptyr NDC products (1)

NDC	Strength & form	Labeler	Type
0065-8595	Acoltremon .03 mg/mL Solution	Alcon Laboratories, Inc.	NDA

Frequently asked questions

What is Tryptyr used for?

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE TRYPTYR is indicated for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease. TRYPTYR is a TRPM8 thermoreceptor agonist indicated for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease. ( 1 )

What are the side effects of Tryptyr?

The most common adverse reaction was instillation site pain (50%). ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Alcon Laboratories, Inc. at 1-800-757-9780, 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 the clinical trials of a drug cannot be… See the full label for the complete list.

Who makes Tryptyr?

Tryptyr is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Alcon Laboratories, Inc..