Phexxi

Phexxi is an FDA-registered drug product whose active ingredient is LACTIC ACID, L-, CITRIC ACID MONOHYDRATE, AND POTASSIUM BITARTRATE. It is labelled by Evofem, Inc. taken by vaginal and marketed as a human prescription drug product. Identifiers on file: NDC 69751-100, application NDA208352, label effective 20231121. This page reproduces the FDA-approved label text so you can check what a product is, who makes it and how it is supplied before discussing it with a pharmacist or prescriber.

Across FDA labelling, products containing LACTIC ACID, L-, CITRIC ACID MONOHYDRATE, AND POTASSIUM BITARTRATE are most often described in connection with: prevention pregnancy, females reproductive, on-demand method, usage phexxi, combination lactic, acid citric, potassium bitartrate, contraception limitations. Wording differs between labels, and the full indications section on this page takes precedence when it is present.

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE PHEXXI is indicated for the prevention of pregnancy in females of reproductive potential for use as an on-demand method of contraception. PHEXXI is a combination of lactic acid, citric acid, and potassium bitartrate indicated for the prevention of pregnancy in females of reproductive potential for use as an on-demand method of contraception. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use: PHEXXI is not effective for the prevention of pregnancy when administered after intercourse. Limitations of Use PHEXXI is not effective for the prevention of pregnancy when administered after intercourse [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ].

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Administer one (1) pre-filled single-dose applicator of PHEXXI (5 grams) vaginally immediately before (or up to one hour before) each episode of vaginal intercourse ( 2.1 ) May use during any part of the menstrual cycle ( 2.2 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosage Administer one pre-filled applicator of PHEXXI (5 grams) vaginally immediately before or up to one hour before each act of vaginal intercourse. If more than one act of vaginal intercourse occurs within one hour, an additional dose must be applied. Five grams of PHEXXI contains 90 mg of lactic acid, 50 mg of citric acid, and 20 mg of potassium bitartrate. 2.2 Timing of PHEXXI Use May use PHEXXI during any part of the menstrual cycle. May use PHEXXI as soon as it is safe to resume vaginal intercourse after childbirth, abortion, or miscarriage. 2.3 Use of PHEXXI with Other Contraceptive Methods PHEXXI may be used concomitantly with hormonal contraceptives; latex, polyurethane, and polyisoprene condoms; and vaginal diaphragms. Avoid PHEXXI use with vaginal rings. 2.4 Use of PHEXXI with Other Vaginal Products PHEXXI may be used concomitantly with other products for vaginal infections including miconazole, metronidazole, and tioconazole.

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Cystitis and Pyelonephritis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Most common adverse reactions (≥2%) were vulvovaginal burning sensation, vulvovaginal pruritus, vulvovaginal mycotic infection, urinary tract infection, vulvovaginal discomfort, bacterial vaginosis, vaginal discharge, genital discomfort, dysuria, and vulvovaginal pain. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Evofem at toll-free phone 1-833-EVFMBIO 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. The safety of PHEXXI (pre-filled applicator with 5-gram dose) has been evaluated in two clinical trials (Study 1 and Study 2) in 2804 subjects (over 19,000 cycles of exposure) . The racial/ethnic distribution was 66% White, 27% Black or African American, 2% Asian, 1% American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.3% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and 5% other; 32% of the study population was Hispanic. Study 1 included a one-year extension phase where 342 U.S. subjects were exposed to PHEXXI for 13 cycles. Hypersensitivity Reaction Of the 2804 PHEXXI-treated subjects in Studies 1 and 2, one subject reported a suspected drug hypersensitivity. Avoid PHEXXI use in females of reproductive potential with suspected hypersensitivity to the ingredients in PHEXXI. The most common adverse reactions (≥10%) in the U.S. population in Studies 1 and 2 (n = 2480) were: vulvovaginal burning sensation (18.0%) and vulvovaginal pruritus (14.5%). The majority of these adverse reactions were mild and few led to discontinuation. Table 1 summarizes the most common adverse reactions (≥2%) reported by subjects using PHEXXI in the U.S. Table 1. Adverse Reactions that Occurred in ≥ 2% of Subjects Who Used PHEXXI to Prevent Pregnancy (Studies 1 and 2 – U.S. population only) Adverse Reaction PHEXXI (N=2480) (%) Vulvovaginal Burning Sensation 18.0 Vulvovaginal Pruritus 14.5 Vulvovaginal Mycotic Infection Includes preferred terms (PT) vulvovaginal mycotic infection and vulvovaginal candidiasis. 9.1 Urinary Tract Infection Includes PTs urinary tract infection, streptococcal urinary tract infection, Escherichia urinary tract infection, and urinary tract infection bacterial. Does not include PTs cystitis, kidney infection, and pyelonephritis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]. 9.0 Vulvovaginal Discomfort 9.0 Bacterial Vaginosis 8.4 Vaginal Discharge 5.5 Genital Discomfort 4.1 Dysuria 3.1 Vulvovaginal pain 2.1 Among subjects who used PHEXXI in Studies 1 and 2, 1.6% discontinued from the clinical trials due to an adverse reaction. The most common adverse reactions leading to study discontinuation were vulvovaginal burning sensation (0.7%); and vulvovaginal pruritus and vulvovaginal discomfort (0.1% each). Adverse Reactions in Male Partners Among male partners of subjects who used PHEXXI for contraception in Study 2, 9.8% (131 of 1330) reported symptoms of local discomfort (burning, itching, pain, and "other"). Of these local discomfort symptoms, 74.7% were mild, 21.4% were moderate, and 3.9% were severe. Two subjects discontinued participation in the study due to male partner symptoms.

What is Phexxi used for?
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE PHEXXI is indicated for the prevention of pregnancy in females of reproductive potential for use as an on-demand method of contraception. PHEXXI is a combination of lactic acid, citric acid, and potassium bitartrate indicated for the prevention of pregnancy in females of reproductive potential for use as an on-demand method of contraception. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use: …

Who makes Phexxi?
Evofem, Inc. is the labeler of record for Phexxi.

What form does Phexxi come in?
administered by vaginal. Strengths and pack sizes vary by label, so compare the NDC on your pack with the identifier listed on this page.

Is Phexxi prescription or over-the-counter?
The FDA label for this product is recorded as human prescription drug. Marketing status can differ between strengths and countries, so check the dispensing rules where you live.

Has Phexxi been recalled?
No FDA recall record in our database matches this product name or manufacturer. Recall data is updated periodically, so a very recent notice may not appear here yet.

Where does this information come from?
All content is reproduced from FDA Structured Product Labelling data via openFDA. It is provided for identification and reference only and is not medical advice.