FOR US HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS

For the treatment of iron deficiency anemia in adult patients with chronic kidney disease not on dialysis

Safety: Pharmacodynamics in AURYXIA

AURYXIA has been shown to have an impact on serum phosphorus1

Mean serum phosphorus decreased from baseline in patients with AURYXIA1

AURYXIA (n=117)

Mean serum phosphorus decreased from baseline in patients with AURYXIAMean serum phosphorus decreased from baseline in patients with AURYXIA

PHARMACODYNAMICS: PHOSPHORUS RANGE

  • During the 16-week randomized period: Incidence of hypophosphatemia, reported as a treatment-related adverse event, occurred in 1% of patients treated with AURYXIA (1 patient) and 2% of patients treated with placebo (2 patients)3

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ADVERSE REACTIONS

Trial design5

In a 24-week study consisting of a 16-week, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled efficacy period followed by an 8-week, open-label safety extension period, this trial evaluated the efficacy and safety of AURYXIA for the treatment of iron deficiency anemia in adult patients with CKD not on dialysis. Patients who were intolerant of or have had an inadequate therapeutic response to oral iron supplements, with hemoglobin ≥9.0 g/dL and ≤11.5 g/dL, serum ferritin ≤200 ng/mL, and TSAT ≤25% were enrolled. Patients were randomized to treatment with either AURYXIA (n=117) or placebo (n=117).

The primary endpoint was the proportion of patients achieving a ≥1.0 g/dL increase in hemoglobin at any time point during the 16-week efficacy period. Use of oral iron, IV iron, or ESAs was not permitted at any time during the trial.

CKD=chronic kidney disease; KDOQI=Kidney Disease Outcomes Quality Initiative.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION AND INDICATION

CONTRAINDICATION

AURYXIA® (ferric citrate) is contraindicated in patients with iron overload syndromes, e.g., hemochromatosis

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

  • Iron Overload: Increases in serum ferritin and transferrin saturation (TSAT) were observed in clinical trials with AURYXIA in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) on dialysis treated for hyperphosphatemia, which may lead to excessive elevations in iron stores. Assess iron parameters prior to initiating AURYXIA and monitor while on therapy. Patients receiving concomitant intravenous (IV) iron may require a reduction in dose or discontinuation of IV iron therapy
  • Risk of Overdosage in Children Due to Accidental Ingestion: Accidental ingestion and resulting overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6 years of age. Advise patients of the risks to children and to keep AURYXIA out of the reach of children

ADVERSE REACTIONS
The most common adverse reactions reported with AURYXIA in clinical trials were:

  • Iron Deficiency Anemia in CKD Not on Dialysis: Discolored feces (22%), diarrhea (21%), constipation (18%), nausea (10%), abdominal pain (5%) and hyperkalemia (5%)

SPECIFIC POPULATIONS

  • Pregnancy and Lactation: There are no available data on AURYXIA use in pregnant women to inform a drug-associated risk of major birth defects and miscarriage. However, an overdose of iron in pregnant women may carry a risk for spontaneous abortion, gestational diabetes and fetal malformation. Data from rat studies have shown the transfer of iron into milk, hence, there is a possibility of infant exposure when AURYXIA is administered to a nursing woman

INDICATION

AURYXIA® (ferric citrate) is indicated for:

  • The treatment of iron deficiency anemia in adult patients with chronic kidney disease not on dialysis

To report suspected adverse reactions, contact Akebia Therapeutics, Inc. at 1-844-445-3799

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REFERENCES

  1. Fishbane S, Block GA, Loram L, et al. Effects of ferric citrate in patients with nondialysis-dependent CKD and iron deficiency anemia. J Am Soc Nephrol. 2017;28(6):1851-1858.
  2. National Kidney Foundation. K/DOQI clinical practice guidelines for bone metabolism and disease in chronic kidney disease. Am J Kidney Dis. 2003;42(4 Suppl 3):S1-S201.
  3. Supplement to: Fishbane S, Block GA, Loram L, et al. Effects of ferric citrate in patients with nondialysis-dependent CKD and iron deficiency anemia. J Am Soc Nephrol. 2017;28(6):1851-1858.
  4. AURYXIA® [Package Insert]. Cambridge, MA: Akebia Therapeutics, Inc.; 2021.
  5. Data on File 16, Akebia Therapeutics, Inc.
  6. Data on File 14, Akebia Therapeutics, Inc.