meropenem 1000 MG Injection

INDICATIONS AND USAGE Meropenem for injection (I.V.) is a penem antibacterial indicated for the treatment of: 4. Complicated skin and skin structure infections (adult patients and pediatric patients 3 months of age and older only). ( 1.1 ) 5. Complicated intra-abdominal infections (adult and pediatric patients). ( 1.2 ) 6. Bacterial meningitis (pediatric patients 3 months of age and older only). ( 1.3 ) To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of Meropenem for injection (I.V.) and other antibacterial drugs, Meropenem for injection (I.V.) should only be used to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by susceptible bacteria. 1.1 Complicated Skin and Skin Structure Infections (Adult Patients and Pediatric Patients 3 Months of Age and Older Only) Meropenem for injection, USP (I.V.) is indicated for the treatment of complicated skin and skin structure infections (cSSSI) due to Staphylococcus aureus (methicillin-susceptible isolates only), Streptococcus pyogenes, Streptococcus agalactiae, viridans group streptococci , Enterococcus faecalis (vancomycin-susceptible isolates only), Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis, Bacteroides fragilis, and Peptostreptococcus species. 1.2 Complicated Intra-abdominal Infections (Adult and Pediatric Patients) Meropenem for injection, USP (I.V.) is indicated for the treatment of complicated appendicitis and peritonitis caused by viridans group streptococci, Escherichia coli , Klebsiella pneumoniae , Pseudomonas aeruginosa , Bacteroides fragilis , B. thetaiotaomicron , and Peptostreptococcus species. 1.3 Bacterial Meningitis (Pediatric Patients 3 Months of Age and Older Only) Meropenem for injection, USP (I.V.) is indicated for the treatment of bacterial meningitis caused by Haemophilus influenzae , Neisseria meningitidis and penicillin-susceptible isolates of Streptococcus pneumoniae . Meropenem for injection, USP (I.V.) has been found to be effective in eliminating concurrent bacteremia in association with bacterial meningitis. 1.4 Usage To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of Meropenem for injection, USP (I.V.) and other antibacterial drugs, Meropenem for injection, USP (I.V.) should only be used to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by susceptible bacteria. When culture and susceptibility information are available, they should be considered in selecting or modifying antibacterial therapy. In the absence of such data, local epidemiology and susceptibility patterns may contribute to the empiric selection of therapy.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION 500 mg every 8 hours by intravenous infusion over 15 to 30 minutes for complicated skin and skin structure infections (cSSSI) for adult patients. When treating infections caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa , a dose of 1 gram every 8 hours is recommended. ( 2.1 ) 1 gram every 8 hours by intravenous infusion over 15 minutes to 30 minutes for intra-abdominal infections for adult patients. ( 2.1 ) 1 gram every 8 hours by intravenous bolus injection (5 mL to 20 mL) over 3 minutes to 5 minutes for adult patients. ( 2.1 ) Dosage should be reduced in adult patients with renal impairment. ( 2.2 ) Recommended Meropenem for Injection, USP Dosage Schedule for Adult Patients with Renal Impairment Creatinine Clearance (mL/min) Dose (dependent on type of infection) Dosing Interval Greater than 50 Recommended dose (500 mg cSSSI and 1 gram Intra-abdominal) Every 8 hours 26 to 50 Recommended dose Every 12 hours 10 to 25 One-half recommended dose Every 12 hours Less than 10 One-half recommended dose Every 24 hours Pediatric patients 3 months of age and older Recommended Meropenem for Injection, USP Dosage Schedule for Pediatric Patients 3 Months of Age and Older with Normal Renal Function ( 2.3 ) Type of Infection Dose (mg/kg) Up to a Maximum Dose Dosing Interval - Intravenous infusion is to be given over approximately 15 minutes to 30 minutes. - Intravenous bolus injection (5 mL to 20 mL) is to be given over approximately 3 minutes to 5 minutes. - There is no experience in pediatric patients with renal impairment. Complicated skin and skin structure 20 mg/kg (or 1 gram for pediatric patients weighing over 50 kg) every 8 hours is recommended when treating complicated skin and skin structure infections caused by P. aeruginosa. ( 2.3 ) 10 500 mg Every 8 hours Intra-abdominal 20 1 gram Every 8 hours Meningitis 40 2 gram Every 8 hours Pediatric patients less than 3 months of age Recommended Meropenem for Injection, USP Dosage Schedule for Pediatric Patients Less Than 3 Months of Age with Complicated Intra-Abdominal Infections and Normal Renal Function ( 2.3 ) Age Group Dose (mg/kg) Dose Interval - Intravenous infusion is to be given over 30 minutes. - There is no experience in pediatric patients with renal impairment. GA: gestational age and PNA: postnatal age Infants less than 32 weeks GA and PNA less than 2 weeks 20 Every 12 hours Infants less than 32 weeks GA and PNA 2 weeks and older 20 Every 8 hours Infants 32 weeks and older GA and PNA less than 2 weeks 20 Every 8 hours Infants 32 weeks and older GA and PNA 2 weeks and older 30 Every 8 hours 2.1 Adult Patients The recommended dose of Meropenem for Injection, USP is 500 mg given every 8 hours for skin and skin structure infections and 1 gram given every 8 hours for intra-abdominal infections. When treating complicated skin and skin structure infections caused by P. aeruginosa , a dose of 1 gram every 8 hours is recommended. Meropenem for Injection, USP should be administered by intravenous infusion over approximately 15 minutes to 30 minutes. Doses of 1 gram may also be administered as an intravenous bolus injection (5 mL to 20 mL) over approximately 3 minutes to 5 minutes. 2.2 Use in Adult Patients with Renal Impairment Dosage should be reduced in patients with creatinine clearance of 50 mL/min or less. (See dosing table below.) When only serum creatinine is available, the following formula (Cockcroft and Gault equation) 1 may be used to estimate creatinine clearance. Males: Creatinine Clearance (mL/min) = Weight (kg) × (140 - age) 72 × serum creatinine (mg/dL) Females: 0.85 × above value Table 1: Recommended Meropenem for Injection, USP Dosage Schedule for Adult Patients with Renal Impairment Creatinine Clearance (mL/min) Dose (dependent on type of infection) Dosing Interval Greater than 50 Recommended dose (500 mg cSSSI and 1 gram Intra-abdominal) Every 8 hours 26 to 50 Recommended dose Every 12 hours 10 to 25 One-half recommended dose Every 12 hours Less than 10 One-half recommended dose Every 24 hours There is inadequate information regarding the use of Meropenem for Injection, USP in patients on hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis. 2.3 Use in Pediatric Patients Pediatric Patients 3 Months of Age and Older For pediatric patients 3 months of age and older, the Meropenem for Injection, USP dose is 10 mg/kg, 20 mg/kg or 40 mg/kg every 8 hours (maximum dose is 2 grams every 8 hours), depending on the type of infection (cSSSI, cIAI, intra-abdominal infection or meningitis). See dosing table 2 below. For pediatric patients weighing over 50 kg administer Meropenem for Injection, USP at a dose of 500 mg every 8 hours for cSSSI, 1 gram every 8 hours for cIAI and 2 grams every 8 hours for meningitis. Administer Meropenem for Injection, USP as an intravenous infusion over approximately 15 minutes to 30 minutes or as an intravenous bolus injection (5 mL to 20 mL) over approximately 3 minutes to 5 minutes. There is limited safety data available to support the administration of a 40 mg/kg (up to a maximum of 2 grams) bolus dose. Table 2: Recommended Meropenem for Injection, USP Dosage Schedule for Pediatric Patients 3 Months of Age and Older with Normal Renal Function Type of Infection Dose (mg/kg) Up to a Maximum Dose Dosing Interval There is no experience in pediatric patients with renal impairment. Complicated skin and skin structure infections 10 500 mg Every 8 hours Complicated intra-abdominal infections 20 1 gram Every 8 hours Meningitis 40 2 grams Every 8 hours When treating cSSSI caused by P. aeruginosa , a dose of 20 mg/kg (or 1 gram for pediatric patients weighing over 50 kg) every 8 hours is recommended. Pediatric Patients Less Than 3 Months of Age For pediatric patients (with normal renal function) less than 3 months of age, with complicated intra-abdominal infections, the Meropenem for Injection, USP dose is based on gestational age (GA) and postnatal age (PNA). See dosing table 3 below. Meropenem for Injection, USP should be given as intravenous infusion over 30 minutes. Table 3: Recommended Meropenem for Injection, USP Dosage Schedule for Pediatric Patients Less than 3 Months of Age with Complicated Intra-abdominal Infections and Normal Renal Function Age Group Dose (mg/kg) Dose Interval There is no experience in pediatric patients with renal impairment. Infants less than 32 weeks GA and PNA less than 2 weeks 20 Every 12 hours Infants less than 32 weeks GA and PNA 2 weeks and older 20 Every 8 hours Infants 32 weeks and older GA and PNA less than 2 weeks 20 Every 8 hours Infants 32 weeks and older GA and PNA 2 weeks and older 30 Every 8 hours 2.4 Preparation and Administration of Meropenem for Injection, USP Important Administration Instructions: Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. For Intravenous Bolus Administration Re-constitute injection vials (500 mg and 1 gram) with Sterile Water for Injection (see table 4 below). Shake to dissolve and let stand until clear. Table 4: Volume of Sterile Water for Injection for Reconstitution of Injection Vials Vial Size Amount of Diluent Added (mL) Approximate Withdrawable Volume (mL) Approximate Average Concentration (mg/mL) 500 mg 10 10 50 1 gram 20 20 50 For Infusion Injection vials (500 mg and 1 gram) may be directly re-constituted with a compatible infusion fluid. Alternatively, an injection vial may be re-constituted, then the resulting solution added to an intravenous container and further diluted with an appropriate infusion fluid [see Dosage and Administration (2.5) and (2.6) ]. Do not use flexible container in series connections. 2.5 Compatibility Compatibility of Meropenem for Injection, USP with other drugs has not been established. Meropenem for Injection, USP should not be mixed with or physically added to solutions containing other drugs. 2.6 Stability and Storage Freshly prepared solutions of Meropenem for Inject

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Serious and occasionally fatal hypersensitivity (anaphylactic) reactions have been reported in patients receiving β-lactams. ( 5.1 ) • Severe cutaneous adverse reactions have been reported in patients receiving Meropenem for Injection. ( 5.2 ) • Rhabdomyolysis: If signs or symptoms of rhabdomyolysis are observed, discontinue Meropenem for Injection and initiate appropriate therapy. ( 5.3 ) • Seizures and other adverse CNS experiences have been reported during treatment. ( 5.4 ) • Co-administration of Meropenem for Injection with valproic acid or divalproex sodium reduces the serum concentration of valproic acid potentially increasing the risk of breakthrough seizures. ( 5.5 , 7.2 ) • Clostridioides difficile -associated diarrhea (ranging from mild diarrhea to fatal colitis) has been reported. Evaluate if diarrhea occurs. ( 5.6 ) • In patients with renal dysfunction, thrombocytopenia has been observed. ( 5.9 ) 5.1 Hypersensitivity Reactions Serious and occasionally fatal hypersensitivity (anaphylactic) reactions have been reported in patients receiving therapy with β-lactams. These reactions are more likely to occur in individuals with a history of sensitivity to multiple allergens. There have been reports of individuals with a history of penicillin hypersensitivity who have experienced severe hypersensitivity reactions when treated with another β-lactam. Before initiating therapy with Meropenem for Injection, it is important to inquire about previous hypersensitivity reactions to penicillins, cephalosporins, other β-lactams, and other allergens. If an allergic reaction to Meropenem for Injection occurs, discontinue the drug immediately. 5.2 Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions Severe cutaneous adverse reactions (SCAR) such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS), toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), erythema multiforme (EM) and acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP) have been reported in patients receiving Meropenem for Injection [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )] . If signs and symptoms suggestive of these reactions appear, meropenem should be withdrawn immediately and an alternative treatment should be considered. 5.3 Rhabdomyolysis Rhabdomyolysis has been reported with the use of meropenem [ see Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 ) ]. If signs or symptoms of rhabdomyolysis such as muscle pain, tenderness or weakness, dark urine or elevated creatine phosphokinase are observed, discontinue Meropenem for Injection and initiate appropriate therapy. 5.4 Seizure Potential Seizures and other adverse CNS experiences have been reported during treatment with Meropenem for Injection. These experiences have occurred most commonly in patients with CNS disorders (e.g., brain lesions or history of seizures) or with bacterial meningitis and/or compromised renal function [ see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 ) and Drug Interactions ( 7.2 ) ]. During clinical investigations, 2904 immunocompetent adult patients were treated for non-CNS infections with the overall seizure rate being 0.7% (based on 20 patients with this adverse event). All meropenem-treated patients with seizures had pre-existing contributing factors. Among these are included prior history of seizures or CNS abnormality and concomitant medications with seizure potential. Dosage adjustment is recommended in patients with advanced age and/or adult patients with creatinine clearance of 50 mL/min or less [ see Dosage and Administration ( 2.2 ) ]. Close adherence to the recommended dosage regimens is urged, especially in patients with known factors that predispose to convulsive activity. Continue anti-convulsant therapy in patients with known seizure disorders. If focal tremors, myoclonus, or seizures occur, evaluate neurologically, placed on anti-convulsant therapy if not already instituted, and re-examine the dosage of Meropenem for Injection to determine whether it should be decreased or discontinued. 5.5 Risk of Breakthrough Seizures Due to Drug Interaction with Valproic Acid The concomitant use of meropenem and valproic acid or divalproex sodium is generally not recommended. Case reports in the literature have shown that co-administration of carbapenems, including meropenem, to patients receiving valproic acid or divalproex sodium results in a reduction in valproic acid concentrations. The valproic acid concentrations may drop below the therapeutic range as a result of this interaction, therefore increasing the risk of breakthrough seizures. Increasing the dose of valproic acid or divalproex sodium may not be sufficient to overcome this interaction. Consider administration of antibacterial drugs other than carbapenems to treat infections in patients whose seizures are well controlled on valproic acid or divalproex sodium. If administration of Meropenem for Injection is necessary, consider supplemental anti-convulsant therapy [ see Drug Interactions (7.2) ]. 5.6 Clostridioides difficile -associated Diarrhea Clostridioides difficile -associated diarrhea (CDAD) has been reported with use of nearly all antibacterial agents, including Meropenem for Injection, and may range in severity from mild diarrhea to fatal colitis. Treatment with antibacterial agents alters the normal flora of the colon leading to overgrowth of C. difficile . C. difficile produces toxins A and B which contribute to the development of CDAD. Hypertoxin producing isolates of C. difficile cause increased morbidity and mortality, as these infections can be refractory to antimicrobial therapy and may require colectomy. CDAD must be considered in all patients who present with diarrhea following antibacterial drug use. Careful medical history is necessary since CDAD has been reported to occur over two months after the administration of antibacterial agents. If CDAD is suspected or confirmed, ongoing antibacterial drug use not directed against C. difficile may need to be discontinued. Appropriate fluid and electrolyte management, protein supplementation, antibacterial drug treatment of C. difficile , and surgical evaluation should be instituted as clinically indicated. 5.7 Development of Drug-Resistant Bacteria Prescribing Meropenem for Injection in the absence of a proven or strongly suspected bacterial infection or a prophylactic indication is unlikely to provide benefit to the patient and increases the risk of the development of drug-resistant bacteria. 5.8 Overgrowth of Nonsusceptible Organisms As with other broad-spectrum antibacterial drugs, prolonged use of meropenem may result in overgrowth of nonsusceptible organisms. Repeated evaluation of the patient is essential. If superinfection does occur during therapy, appropriate measures should be taken. 5.9 Thrombocytopenia In patients with renal impairment, thrombocytopenia has been observed but no clinical bleeding reported [ see Dosage and Administration ( 2.2 ), Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 ), Use in Specific Populations ( 8.5 ) and ( 8.6 ), and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )]. 5.10 Potential for Neuromotor Impairment Alert patients receiving Meropenem for Injection on an outpatient basis regarding adverse events such as seizures, delirium, headaches and/or paresthesias that could interfere with mental alertness and/or cause motor impairment. Until it is reasonably well established that Meropenem for Injection is well tolerated, advise patients not to operate machinery or motorized vehicles [ see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 ) ].

CONTRAINDICATIONS Meropenem for injection is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any component of this product or to other drugs in the same class or in patients who have demonstrated anaphylactic reactions to beta (β)-lactams. • Known hypersensitivity to product components or other drugs in the same class or in patients who have demonstrated anaphylactic reactions to beta (β)-lactams. ( 4 )

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY 12.1 Mechanism of Action Meropenem is an antibacterial drug [see Microbiology (12.4)] . 12.2 Pharmacodynamics The percentage of time of a dosing interval that unbound plasma concentration of meropenem exceeds the meropenem minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) against the infecting organism has been shown to best correlate with efficacy in animal and in vitro models of infection. 12.3 Pharmacokinetics Plasma Concentrations At the end of a 30-minute intravenous infusion of a single dose of meropenem for injection in healthy volunteers, mean peak plasma concentrations of meropenem are approximately 49 mcg/mL (range 39 to 58) for the 1 gram dose. Following intravenous doses of 500 mg, mean plasma concentrations of meropenem usually decline to approximately 1 mcg/mL at 6 hours after administration. No accumulation of meropenem in plasma was observed with regimens using 1 gram administered every 6 hours in healthy volunteers with normal renal function. Distribution The plasma protein binding of meropenem is approximately 2%. After a single intravenous dose of meropenem for injection, the highest mean concentrations of meropenem were found in tissues and fluids at 1 hour (0.5 hours to 1.5 hours) after the start of infusion, except where indicated in the tissues and fluids listed in Table 2 below. Table 2: Meropenem Concentrations in Selected Tissues (Highest Concentrations Reported) Tissue Intravenous Dose (gram) Number of Samples Mean [mcg/mL or mcg/(gram)] 1 Range [mcg/mL or mcg/(gram)] Endometrium 0.5 7 4.2 1.7 to 10.2 Myometrium 0.5 15 3.8 0.4 to 8.1 Ovary 0.5 8 2.8 0.8 to 4.8 Cervix 0.5 2 7 5.4 to 8.5 Fallopian tube 0.5 9 1.7 0.3 to 3.4 Skin 0.5 22 3.3 0.5 to 12.6 Interstitial fluid 2 0.5 9 5.5 3.2 to 8.6 Skin 1 10 5.3 1.3 to 16.7 Interstitial fluid 2 1 5 26.3 20.9 to 37.4 Colon 1 2 2.6 2.5 to 2.7 Bile 1 7 14.6 (3 hours) 4 to 25.7 Gall bladder 1 1 - 3.9 Peritoneal fluid 1 9 30.2 7.4 to 54.6 Lung 1 2 4.8 (2 hours) 1.4 to 8.2 Bronchial mucosa 1 7 4.5 1.3 to 11.1 Muscle 1 2 6.1 (2 hours) 5.3 to 6.9 Fascia 1 9 8.8 1.5 to 20 Heart valves 1 7 9.7 6.4 to 12.1 Myocardium 1 10 15.5 5.2 to 25.5 CSF (inflamed) 20 mg/kg 3 40 mg/kg 4 8 5 1.1 (2 hours) 3.3 (3 hours) 0.2 to 2.8 0.9 to 6.5 CSF (uninflamed) 4 0.2 (2 hours) 0.1 to 0.3 1 at 1 hour unless otherwise noted 2 obtained from blister fluid 3 in pediatric patients of age 5 months to 8 years 4 in pediatric patients of age 1 month to 15 years (Meropenem for Injection is not approved for use in pediatric patients younger than 3 months of age) Elimination In subjects with normal renal function, the elimination half-life of meropenem is approximately 1 hour. The elimination half-life for meropenem was approximately 1.5 hours in pediatric patients 3 months to 2 years of age. Metabolism There is one metabolite of meropenem that is microbiologically inactive. Excretion Meropenem is primarily excreted unchanged by the kidneys. Approximately 70% (50% to 75%) of the dose is excreted unchanged within 12 hours. A further 28% is recovered as the microbiologically inactive metabolite. Fecal elimination represents only approximately 2% of the dose. The measured renal clearance and the effect of probenecid show that meropenem undergoes both filtration and tubular secretion. Urinary concentrations of meropenem in excess of 10 mcg/mL are maintained for up to 5 hours after a 500 mg dose. Specific Populations Patients with Hepatic Impairment A pharmacokinetic study with meropenem for injection in patients with hepatic impairment has shown no effects of liver disease on the pharmacokinetics of meropenem. Patients with Renal Impairment Pharmacokinetic (PK) studies with meropenem for injection in adult patients with renal impairment have shown that the reduction in plasma clearance of meropenem correlates with creatinine clearance. The effect of renal impairment on the PK of meropenem has not been studied in the pediatric patients. Therefore, there is no experience in pediatric patients with renal impairment [see Dosage and Administration (2.3)] . Drug Interaction Studies Probenecid competes with meropenem for active tubular secretion and thus inhibits the renal excretion of meropenem. Following administration of probenecid with meropenem, the mean systemic exposure increased 56% and the mean elimination half-life increased 38% [see Drug Interactions (7.1)] . 12.4 Microbiology Mechanism of Action The bactericidal activity of meropenem results from the inhibition of cell wall synthesis. Meropenem penetrates the cell wall of most gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria to bind penicillin-binding-protein (PBP) targets. Meropenem binds to PBPs 2, 3 and 4 of Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa ; and PBPs 1, 2 and 4 of Staphylococcus aureus . Bactericidal concentrations (defined as a 3 log10 reduction in cell counts within 12 hours to 24 hours) are typically 1-2 times the bacteriostatic concentrations of meropenem, with the exception of Listeria monocytogenes , against which lethal activity is not observed. Meropenem does not have in vitro activity against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) or methicillinresistant Staphylococcus epidermidis (MRSE). Resistance There are several mechanisms of resistance to carbapenems: 1) decreased permeability of the outer membrane of gram-negative bacteria (due to diminished production of porins) causing reduced bacterial uptake, 2) reduced affinity of the target PBPs, 3) increased expression of efflux pump components, and 4) production of antibacterial drug-destroying enzymes (carbapenemases, metallo-β-lactamases). Cross-resistance is sometimes observed with isolates resistant to other carbapenems. Interaction with Other Antimicrobials In vitro tests show meropenem to act synergistically with aminoglycoside antibacterial drugs against some isolates of Pseudomonas aeruginosa . Antimicrobial Activity Meropenem has been shown to be active against most isolates of the following microorganisms, both in vitro and in clinical infections [see Indications and Usage (1)] . Gram-positive bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae (penicillin-susceptible isolates only) Gram-negative bacteria Haemophilus influenzae Neisseria meningitidis The following in vitro data are available, but their clinical significance is unknown. At least 90% of the following bacteria exhibit an in vitro minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) less than or equal to the susceptible breakpoint for meropenem against isolates of similar genus or organism group. However, the efficacy of meropenem in treating clinical infections caused by these bacteria have not been established in adequate and well-controlled clinical trials. Gram-positive bacteria Staphylococcus epidermidis (methicillin-susceptible isolates only) Gram-negative bacteria Aeromonas hydrophila Campylobacter jejuni Citrobacter freundii Citrobacter koseri Enterobacter cloacae Hafnia alvei Klebsiella oxytoca Moraxella catarrhalis Morganella morganii Pasteurella multocida Proteus vulgaris Serratia marcescens Anaerobic bacteria Bacteroides ovatus Bacteroides uniformis Bacteroides vulgatus Clostridium difficile Clostridium perfringens Eggerthella lenta Fusobacterium species Prevotella intermedia Prevotella melaninogenica Propionibacterium acnes Susceptibility Testing For specific information regarding susceptibility test interpretive criteria and associated test methods and quality control standards recognized by FDA for this drug, please see: https://www.fda.gov/STIC.