Product Elements:
Ecoza econazole nitrate dimethicone glycerin polysorbate 20 povidone k30 propylene glycol stearic acid trolamine water butane econazole nitrate econazole white to off-white
Drug Interactions:
7 drug interactions 7.1 warfarin concomitant administration of econazole and warfarin has resulted in enhancement of anticoagulant effect. most cases reported product application with use under occlusion, genital application, or application to a large body surface area which may increase the systemic absorption of econazole nitrate. monitoring of international normalized ratio (inr) and/or prothrombin time may be indicated especially for patients who apply econazole to large body surface areas, in the genital area, or under occlusion.
Indications and Usage:
1 indications and usage ecoza (econazole nitrate) topical foam, 1%, is indicated for the treatment of interdigital tinea pedis caused by trichophyton rubrum, trichophyton mentagrophytes, and epidermophyton floccosum in patients 12 years of age and older. ecoza is an azole antifungal indicated for the treatment of interdigital tinea pedis caused by trichophyton rubrum, trichophyton mentagrophytes , and epidermophyton floccosum in patients 12 years of age and older. ( 1 )
Warnings and Cautions:
5 warnings and precautions contents are flammable. instruct the patient to avoid heat, flame, and/or smoking during and immediately following application. ( 5.1 ) 5.1 flammability ecoza topical foam is flammable. avoid heat, flame, and smoking during and immediately following application. contents under pressure. do not puncture and/or incinerate the containers. do not expose containers to heat and/or store at temperatures above 120°f (49°c) even when empty. do not store in direct sunlight.
Dosage and Administration:
2 dosage and administration ecoza topical foam, 1% is for topical use only. ecoza topical foam, 1% is not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use. ecoza topical foam, 1% should be applied to cover affected areas once daily for 4 weeks. for topical use only; not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use. ( 2 ) apply once daily for 4 weeks. ( 2 )
Dosage Forms and Strength:
3 dosage forms and strengths foam, 1%. each gram of ecoza topical foam, 1%, contains 10 mg of econazole nitrate in a white to off-white foam. foam, 1%. ( 3 )
Contraindications:
4 contraindications none. none. ( 4 )
Adverse Reactions:
6 adverse reactions during clinical trials with ecoza topical foam, the most common adverse reactions were application site reactions which occurred in less than 1% of subjects in both the ecoza and vehicle arms. ( 6.1 ) to report suspected adverse reactions, contact quinnova pharmaceuticals at 1-877-660-6263 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 two double-blind, vehicle-controlled clinical trials, 495 subjects were exposed to ecoza topical foam or vehicle (246 subjects were exposed to ecoza topical foam, 1% and 249 were exposed to vehicle). subjects with interdigital tinea pedis applied foam or vehicle once daily for approximately 28 days. during clinical trials with ecoza topica
Read more...l foam, the most common adverse reactions were application site reactions which occurred in less than 1% of subjects in both the ecoza and vehicle arms.
Drug Interactions:
7 drug interactions 7.1 warfarin concomitant administration of econazole and warfarin has resulted in enhancement of anticoagulant effect. most cases reported product application with use under occlusion, genital application, or application to a large body surface area which may increase the systemic absorption of econazole nitrate. monitoring of international normalized ratio (inr) and/or prothrombin time may be indicated especially for patients who apply econazole to large body surface areas, in the genital area, or under occlusion.
Use in Specific Population:
8 use in specific populations 8.1 pregnancy pregnancy category c there are no adequate and well-controlled trials with ecoza topical foam in pregnant women. ecoza topical foam should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. econazole nitrate has not been shown to be teratogenic when administered orally to mice, rabbits or rats. fetotoxic or embryotoxic effects were observed in segment i oral studies with rats receiving 10 to 40 times the human dermal dose. similar effects were observed in segment ii or segment iii studies with mice, rabbits and/or rats receiving oral doses 80 or 40 times the human dermal dose. 8.3 nursing mothers it is not known whether econazole nitrate is excreted in human milk. because many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be exercised when econazole nitrate is administered to a nursing woman. following oral administration of econazole nitrate to lactating rats, econazole and/or metabolites wer
Read more...e excreted in milk and were found in nursing pups. 8.4 pediatric use of the 173 subjects treated with ecoza topical foam, 1% in the clinical trials, 2 subjects were 12 to 17 years old. in a pediatric maximal use trial, ecoza topical foam, 1% was applied once daily to eighteen subjects aged 12 to 17 years with interdigital tinea pedis for 28 days [ see clinical pharmacology (12.3) ]. the safety findings for subjects 12 to 17 years were similar to those in adult population. 8.5 geriatric use of the 173 subjects treated with ecoza topical foam, 1% in the adult clinical trials, 6 subjects were 65 years or older. no overall differences in safety or effectiveness were observed between these subjects and younger subjects.
Use in Pregnancy:
8.1 pregnancy pregnancy category c there are no adequate and well-controlled trials with ecoza topical foam in pregnant women. ecoza topical foam should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. econazole nitrate has not been shown to be teratogenic when administered orally to mice, rabbits or rats. fetotoxic or embryotoxic effects were observed in segment i oral studies with rats receiving 10 to 40 times the human dermal dose. similar effects were observed in segment ii or segment iii studies with mice, rabbits and/or rats receiving oral doses 80 or 40 times the human dermal dose.
Pediatric Use:
8.4 pediatric use of the 173 subjects treated with ecoza topical foam, 1% in the clinical trials, 2 subjects were 12 to 17 years old. in a pediatric maximal use trial, ecoza topical foam, 1% was applied once daily to eighteen subjects aged 12 to 17 years with interdigital tinea pedis for 28 days [ see clinical pharmacology (12.3) ]. the safety findings for subjects 12 to 17 years were similar to those in adult population.
Geriatric Use:
8.5 geriatric use of the 173 subjects treated with ecoza topical foam, 1% in the adult clinical trials, 6 subjects were 65 years or older. no overall differences in safety or effectiveness were observed between these subjects and younger subjects.
Description:
11 description ecoza (econazole nitrate) topical foam, 1% contains the azole antifungal agent, econazole nitrate in an oil-in-water emulsion base consisting of the following inactive ingredients: dimethicone, glycerin, polysorbate 20, povidone, propylene glycol, stearic acid, trolamine, purified water and butane as a propellant. each gram of ecoza topical foam, 1% contains 10 mg of econazole nitrate, usp, in a white to off-white foam. ecoza topical foam, 1% is alcohol (ethanol)-free and for topical use only. chemically, econazole nitrate is 1-[2-{(4-chloro-phenyl)methoxy}-2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl) ethyl]-1h-imidazole mononitrate. econazole nitrate has the molecular formula c 18 h 15 cl 3 n 2 o. hno 3 and a molecular weight of 444.70. its molecular structure is as follows: chemical structure
Clinical Pharmacology:
12 clinical pharmacology 12.1 mechanism of action ecoza topical foam is an azole antifungal [ see clinical pharmacology (12.4) ] . 12.2 pharmacodynamics the pharmacodynamics of ecoza topical foam, 1% have not been established . 12.3 pharmacokinetics the systemic absorption of ecoza topical foam, 1% following topical application was studied in one clinical trial in adults and one clinical study in pediatric subjects. in the adult trial, 19 subjects (male and female) with tinea pedis applied ecoza topical foam, 1% once daily for 29 days. subjects applied a mean daily amount of 2.4 g of ecoza topical foam, 1% to soles, toes, interdigital spaces and tops of both feet up to the ankles. blood samples were obtained on day 29 at pre-dose and 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, and 12 hours after application. results (mean ± sd) showed the time to reach peak plasma concentrations (t max ) was 6.8 ± 5.1 h with maximum concentration (c max ) of 417 ± 218 pg/ml. the area under the concentration time curve for
Read more... the first 12 hours post application on day 29 (auc (0-12) ) was 3440 ± 1920 pg-h/ml. in the pediatric trial, 18 subjects (male and female ages 12 - 17) with interdigital tinea pedis and positive fungal cultures were treated with ecoza topical foam, 1% once daily for 4 weeks. subjects applied a mean daily amount of 3.2 g of ecoza topical foam, 1% to soles, toes, interdigital spaces and tops of both feet up to the ankles. blood samples were obtained on day 28 at pre-dose and 7 h and 11 h post-dose. the mean ± sd econazole plasma concentration was 397 ± 289, 534 ± 745 and 575 ± 638 pg/ml at pre-dose and 7 h and 11 h post-dose, respectively. 12.4 microbiology mechanism of action econazole nitrate, an azole antifungal agent, inhibits fungal cytochrome p-450-mediated 14 alpha-lanosterol demethylase enzyme. this enzyme functions to convert lanosterol to ergosterol. the accumulation of 14 alpha-methyl sterols correlates with the subsequent loss of ergosterol in the fungal cell wall and may be responsible for the fungistatic activity of econazole. mammalian cell demethylation is less sensitive to econazole inhibition. activity in vitro and in clinical infections econazole nitrate has been shown to be active against most strains of the following microorganisms, both in vitro and in clinical infections [ see indications and usage (1) ]. trichophyton rubrum epidermophyton floccosum trichophyton mentagrophytes
Mechanism of Action:
12.1 mechanism of action ecoza topical foam is an azole antifungal [ see clinical pharmacology (12.4) ] .
Pharmacodynamics:
12.2 pharmacodynamics the pharmacodynamics of ecoza topical foam, 1% have not been established .
Pharmacokinetics:
12.3 pharmacokinetics the systemic absorption of ecoza topical foam, 1% following topical application was studied in one clinical trial in adults and one clinical study in pediatric subjects. in the adult trial, 19 subjects (male and female) with tinea pedis applied ecoza topical foam, 1% once daily for 29 days. subjects applied a mean daily amount of 2.4 g of ecoza topical foam, 1% to soles, toes, interdigital spaces and tops of both feet up to the ankles. blood samples were obtained on day 29 at pre-dose and 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, and 12 hours after application. results (mean ± sd) showed the time to reach peak plasma concentrations (t max ) was 6.8 ± 5.1 h with maximum concentration (c max ) of 417 ± 218 pg/ml. the area under the concentration time curve for the first 12 hours post application on day 29 (auc (0-12) ) was 3440 ± 1920 pg-h/ml. in the pediatric trial, 18 subjects (male and female ages 12 - 17) with interdigital tinea pedis and positive fungal cultures were treated
Read more...with ecoza topical foam, 1% once daily for 4 weeks. subjects applied a mean daily amount of 3.2 g of ecoza topical foam, 1% to soles, toes, interdigital spaces and tops of both feet up to the ankles. blood samples were obtained on day 28 at pre-dose and 7 h and 11 h post-dose. the mean ± sd econazole plasma concentration was 397 ± 289, 534 ± 745 and 575 ± 638 pg/ml at pre-dose and 7 h and 11 h post-dose, respectively.
Nonclinical Toxicology:
13 nonclinical toxicology 13.1 carcinogenesis, mutagenesis, impairment of fertility long-term animal studies to determine the carcinogenic potential of ecoza topical foam have not been performed. oral administration of econazole nitrate in rats has been reported to produce prolonged gestation.
Carcinogenesis and Mutagenesis and Impairment of Fertility:
13.1 carcinogenesis, mutagenesis, impairment of fertility long-term animal studies to determine the carcinogenic potential of ecoza topical foam have not been performed. oral administration of econazole nitrate in rats has been reported to produce prolonged gestation.
Clinical Studies:
14 clinical studies in two multi-center, randomized, double-blind, vehicle-controlled clinical trials a total of 505 subjects with interdigital tinea pedis were randomized 1:1 to ecoza topical foam or vehicle; subjects applied the assigned medication once daily for 4 weeks. the severity of erythema, scaling, fissuring, maceration, vesiculation, and pruritus were graded using a 4-point scale (none, mild, moderate, severe). subjects had koh examination and fungal cultures taken to confirm eligibility. a total of 339 subjects with positive fungal cultures were evaluated for efficacy. efficacy was evaluated on day 43, 2 weeks post-treatment with treatment success being defined as complete cure (negative koh and fungal culture and no evidence of clinical disease). the study population ranged in age from 12 to 71 years with 5 subjects less than 18 years of age at baseline. the subjects were 71% male and 51% caucasian. table 1 presents the efficacy results for each trial. table 1: efficacy re
Read more...sults at two weeks post-treatment (day 43) complete cure, effective treatment and mycological cure trial 1 trial 2 ecoza topical foam, 1% n = 82 n(%) foam vehicle n = 83 n(%) ecoza topical foam, 1% n = 91 n(%) foam vehicle n = 83 n(%) complete cure mycological cure and an absence of clinical signs and symptoms (erythema, scaling, fissuring, maceration, vesiculation, or pruritus). 19 (23.2%) 2 (2.4%) 23 (25.3%) 4 (4.8%) effective treatment mycological cure and no or mild erythema and/or scaling with all other signs and symptoms absent. 40 (48.8%) 9 (10.8%) 44 (48.4%) 9 (10.8%) mycological cure negative koh and fungal culture. 56 (68.3%) 13 (15.7%) 61 (67.0%) 15 (18.1%)
How Supplied:
16 how supplied/ storage and handling ecoza topical foam, 1% is white to off-white foam supplied in 10g (ndc 23710-100-10) and 70g (ndc 23710-100-75) aluminum pressurized canister. store at controlled room temperature 20°c to 25°c (68°f to 77°f) with excursions permitted between 15°c and 30°c (59°f and 86°f). do not refrigerate or freeze. ecoza topical foam is flammable. avoid heat, flame, and smoking during and immediately following application. contents under pressure. do not puncture and/or incinerate the containers. do not expose containers to heat and/or store at temperatures above 120°f (49°c) even when empty. do not store in direct sunlight.
Information for Patients:
17 patient counseling information see fda-approved patient labeling (patient information) the patient should be instructed as follows: inform patients that ecoza (econazole nitrate) topical foam, 1% is for topical use only. ecoza (econazole nitrate) topical foam, 1% is not intended for oral, intravaginal, or ophthalmic use. ecoza topical foam, 1% is flammable; avoid heat, flame, and smoking during and immediately following application. if a reaction suggesting sensitivity or chemical irritation develops with the use of ecoza topical foam, 1%, use of the medication should be discontinued.
Spl Patient Package Insert:
Patient information ecoza ® (ee-ko-zah) (econazole nitrate) topical foam, 1% important information: ecoza topical foam is for use on skin only. do not use ecoza topical foam in your eyes or vagina. what is ecoza topical foam? ecoza topical foam is a prescription medicine used on the skin (topical) to treat athlete's foot that is between the toes (interdigital tinea pedis) in people 12 years of age and older. what should i tell my doctor before using ecoza topical foam? before using ecoza topical foam, tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions, including if you: are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. it is not known if ecoza topical foam will harm your unborn baby. are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. it is not known if ecoza topical foam passes into your breast milk. tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. how should i use ecoza topical foam? see the detailed instruc
Read more...tions for use for information about how to use ecoza topical foam. use ecoza topical foam exactly as your doctor tells you to use it. apply ecoza topical foam to the affected skin areas of your feet 1 time a day for 4 weeks. if ecoza topical foam gets in or near your eyes, rinse them well with water. wash your hands after you apply ecoza topical foam. what should i avoid while using ecoza topical foam? ecoza topical foam is flammable. avoid heat, flame and smoking while applying and right after you apply ecoza topical foam to your skin. what are the possible side effects of ecoza topical foam? ecoza topical foam may cause skin reactions at the treatment site. tell your doctor if you have any skin reactions on the areas of your skin treated with ecoza topical foam. these are not all the possible side effects of ecoza topical foam. call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. you may report side effects to fda at 1-800-fda-1088. how should i store ecoza topical foam? store ecoza topical foam at room temperature, between 68°f to 77°f (20°c to 25°c). do not refrigerate or freeze ecoza topical foam. do not store ecoza topical foam in direct sunlight. ecoza topical foam is flammable. keep the ecoza topical foam canister away from heat and temperatures above 120°f (49°c), even if the canister is empty. do not puncture or burn the ecoza topical foam canister. keep ecoza topical foam and all medicines out of the reach of children. general information about the safe and effective use of ecoza topical foam medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a patient information leaflet. you can ask your doctor or pharmacist for information about ecoza topical foam that is written for health professionals. do not use ecoza topical foam for a condition for which it was not prescribed. do not give ecoza topical foam to other people, even if they have the same symptoms that you have. it may harm them. what are the ingredients in ecoza topical foam? active ingredient: econazole nitrate usp inactive ingredients: dimethicone, glycerin, polysorbate 20, povidone, propylene glycol, stearic acid, trolamine, purified water and butane as a propellant. manufactured for exeltis usa dermatology, llc florham park, nj 07932 for more information call exeltis usa, inc. at 1-877-324-9349. this patient information has been approved by the u.s. food and drug administration. issued:07/2016 1007501-02
Package Label Principal Display Panel:
Principal display panel - 70 g canister label ndc 23710-100-70 ecoza⢠(econazole nitrate) topical foam, 1% for topical use only not for ophthalmic, oral or intravaginal use. keep out of reach of children rx only net wt 70g exeltis rethinking healthcare principal display panel - 70 g canister label
Principal display panel - 70 g canister carton ndc 23710-100-70 ecoza⢠(econazole nitrate) topical foam, 1% for topical use only not for ophthalmic, oral or intravaginal use. keep out of reach of children rx only net wt 70g exeltis rethinking healthcare principal display panel - 70 g canister carton