Opponents say including data from a small pediatric trial of Purdue's buprenorphine patch could give the impression the study was more robust than it actually was, while supporters say labeling should reflect any available data that can inform pediatric prescribing.
A US FDA advisory committee's divided opinion on adding pediatric study data to Purdue Pharma LP's Butrans (buprenorphine extended release transdermal) labeling reflects a struggle between the desire to give healthcare providers all available information on dosing and safety in children and the concern that pediatric labeling would expand off-label use in this population.
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A real-world evidence study also does not meet the regulatory standard for an adequate and well-controlled clinical investigation, the agency said. The FDA should allow the accelerated approval drug to remain available like other treatments that failed their confirmatory trials, Intercept said.
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Proposal to have panelists rate the strength of efficacy and safety evidence on a numeric scale also draws support in written comments on ways to optimize the advisory committee process.
A real-world evidence study also does not meet the regulatory standard for an adequate and well-controlled clinical investigation, the agency said. The FDA should allow the accelerated approval drug to remain available like other treatments that failed their confirmatory trials, Intercept said.
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