Movymia – Package Leaflet: InfoCons – Consumer Protection presents, in an accessible format, the official package leaflet of the medicine Movymia, as authorised in the European Union and published in the Union Register of medicinal products.
Before anything else
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start using this medicine because it contains important information for you.
- Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
- If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
- This medicine has been prescribed for you only. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their signs of illness are the same as yours.
- If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. See section 4.
ℹ️ 1. What Movymia is and what it is used for
Movymia contains the active substance teriparatide that is used to make the bones stronger, and to reduce the risk of fractures by stimulating bone formation.
Movymia is used to treat osteoporosis in adults. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes your bones to become thin and fragile. This disease is especially common in women after the menopause, but it can also occur in men. Osteoporosis is also common in patients receiving me dicines called corticosteroids.
⚠️ 2. What you need to know before you use Movymia
Do not use Movymia
- if you are allergic to teriparatide or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).
- if you have high levels of calcium in your blood ( pre-existing hypercalcaemia).
- if you suffer from serious kidney problems.
- if you have ever had bone cancer or if other cancers have spread (metastasised) to your bones.
- if you have certain bone diseases. If you have a bone disease, tell your doctor.
- if you have unexplained high levels of alkaline phosphatase in your blood, which means you might have Paget’s disease of bone (disease with abnormal bone changes). If you are not sure, ask your doctor.
- if you have had radiation therapy involving your bone s.
- if you are pregnant or breast -feeding.
Warning s and precautions Movymia may increase calcium in your blood or urine.
Talk to your doctor before or while using Movymia:
- if you have continuing nausea, vomiting, constipation, low energy, or muscle weaknes s. These may be signs there is too much calcium in your blood.
- if you suffer from kidney stones or have had kidney stones.
- if you suffer from kidney problems (moderate renal impairment).
Some patients get dizzy or get a fast heartbeat after the first few doses of Movymia. For the first doses, inject Movymia in a place where you can sit or lie down right away if you get dizzy.
The recommended treatment time of 24 months should not be exceeded.
Before inserting a cartridge in Movymia Pen write down the batch (Lot) number of the cartridge and its first injection date on the outer carton of the cartridge and provide this information when reporting any side effects.
Movymia should not be used in growing adults.
Children and adolescents
Movym ia should not be used in children and adolescents (aged less than 18 years).
Other medicines and Movymia
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are using, have recently used or might use any other medicines.
This is important, because some medicines (e.g. digoxin/digitalis, a medicine used to treat heart disease) may interact with teriparatide.
Pregnancy and breast -feeding Do not use Movymia if you are pregnant or breast -feeding. If you are a woman of child -bearing potential, you should use effective metho ds of contraception during use of Movymia. If you become pregnant while using Movymia, Movymia should be discontinued. A sk your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
Driving and using machines
Some patients may feel dizzy after inje cting Movymia. If you feel dizzy you should not drive or use machines until you feel better.
Movymia contains sodium
This medicine contains less than 1 mmol sodium (23 mg) per dos e, that is to say essentially “sodium – free”.
💊 3. How to use Movymia
Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
The recommended dose is 20 micrograms (corresponding to 80 microliters) given once a day by injection under the skin (subcutaneous injection) in the thigh or abdomen.
To help you remember to use your medicine, inject it at about the same time each day. Movymia can be injected at meal times. Inject Movymia each day for as long as your doctor prescribes it for you.
The total duration of treatment with Movymia should not exceed 24 months. You should not receive more than one treatment course of 24 months over your lifetime.
Your doctor may advise you to use Movymia with calcium and vitamin D. Your doctor will tell you how much you should take each day.
Movymia can be given with or without food.
Movymia cartridges are designed to be used only with the Movymia Pen reusable, multidose medicine delivery system and compatible pen needles. The pen and injection needles are not included with Movymia. However, for treatment initiation a cartridge and pen pack should be used containing one inner carton of Movymia cartridge and one inner carton of Movymia Pen.
31 The pen can be used with injection needles developed according to the pen needle ISO standard of a gauge between 29 G and 31 G (diameter 0.25 – 0.33 mm) and a length between 5 mm to 12.7 mm for subcutaneous injection only.
Before the first use, insert the cartridge into the pen. For the correct use of this medicine it is very important to closely follow the detailed instructions for use of your pen which are provided with the pen.
Use a new injection needle for each injection to prevent contamination and safely dispose of the needle after use.
Never store your pen with the needle attached.
Never share your pen with others.
Do not use your Movymia Pen to inject any other medicine (e.g. insulin).
The pen is customised for use with Movymia only.
Do not refill the cartridge.
Do not transfer the medicine into a syringe.
You should inject Movymia shortly after you take the pen with inserted cartridge out of the refrigerator. Put the pen with inserted cartridge back into the refrigerator immediately after you hav e used it. Do not remove the cartridge from the pen after each use. Store it in the cartridge holder during the whole 28 -day treatment period.
Preparing the pen for use
- To ensure the correct administration of Movymia always read the instructions for use of Movymia Pen , which is included in the carton of the pen.
- Wash your hands before handling the cartridge or pen.
- Check the expiry date on the cartridge label before inserting the cartridge into the pen. Make sure that there are at least 28 days remaining before its expiry date. Insert the cartridge into the pen before the first use as detailed in the pen instructions. Write down the batch (Lot) number of each cartridge and its first injection date on a calendar. The date of first injection should also be recorded on the outer carton of Movymia (see the provided space on the box: {First use:}).
- After inserting a new cartridge and before the first injection from this cartridge prime the pen according to the instructions which are provided. Do not prime again after the first dose.
Injecting Movymia
- Before you inject Movymia, clean your skin where you intend to inject (thigh or abdomen) as instructed by your doctor.
- Gently hold a fold of cleansed skin and insert the needle straight into the skin. Press the push button and hold it pressed in until the dose indication has returned to the start position.
- After your injection, leave the needle in the skin for six seconds to make sure that you receive the whole dose.
- As soon as you have finished the injection, attach the outer needle protective cap on the pen needle and screw the cap anti -clockwise to remove the pen needle. This will keep the remaining Movymia sterile and prevent leaking from the pen. It will also stop air going back into the cartridge and the needle from clogging.
- Replace the cap on your pen. Leave the cartridge in the pen.
If you use more Movymia than you should
If, by mistake, you have used more Movymia than you should, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
The expected effects of overdose include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and headache.
If you forget to use Movymia
If you forget an injection or cannot use your medicine at your usual time , inject it as soon as possible on that day. Do not use a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose. Do not take more than one injection in the same day.
32 If you stop using Movymia If you are considering stopping Movymia treatment, please discuss this with your doctor. Your doctor will advise you and decide how long you should be treated with Movymia.
If you ha ve any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
❗ 4. Possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
The most common side effects are pain in limb ( frequency is very common, may affect more than 1 in 10 people). Other common side effects (affecting up to 1 in 10 people) include feeling sick, headache and dizziness. If you become dizzy (light -headed) after your injection, you should sit or lie down until you feel better. If you do not feel better, you should call a doctor before you continue treatment. Cases of fainting have occur red after teriparatide use.
If you have discomfort around the area of the injection such as redness of the skin, pain, swelling , itching, bruising or minor bleeding (which can occur commonly ), this should clear up in a few days or weeks. Otherwise tell your doctor.
Rarely (may affect up to 1 in 1 000 people) , some patients may suffer allergic reactions consisting of breathlessness, swelling of the face, rash and chest pain. These reactions usually occur soon after injection. In rare cases, serious and potentially life -threatening allergic reactions including anaphylaxis can occur.
Other side effects include
Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)
- increase in blood cholesterol levels
- depression
- nerve pain in the leg
- feeling faint
- spinning sensation
- irregular heartbeats
- breathlessness
- increased sweating
- muscle cramps
- loss of energy
- tiredness
- chest pain
- low blood pressure
- heartburn (painful or burning sensation just below the breast bone)
- being sick (vomiting )
- a hernia of the tube that carries food to your stomach (hiatus hernia)
- low haemoglobin or red blood cell count (anaemia).
Uncommon (may affect up to 1 in 10 0 people)
- increased heart rate
- abnormal heart sound
- shortness of breath
- piles (haemorrhoids)
- leakage of urine
- increased need to pass water
- weight increase
- kidney stones
- pain in the muscles and pain in the joints. Some patients have had severe back cramps o r pain which led to admission into hospital.
33 • increase in blood calcium level
- increase in blood uric acid level
- increase in an enzyme called alkaline phosphatase.
Rare (may affect up to 1 in 1 000 people)
- reduced kidney function, including renal failure
- swelling, mainly in the hands, feet and legs.
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the n ational reporting system listed in Appendix V . By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
🌡️ 5. How to store Movymia
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and the cartridge after EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Store in a refrigerator (2 °C – 8 °C). Do not freeze.
Keep the cartridge in the outer carton in order to protect from light.
You can use Movymia for up to 28 days after the first injection, as long as the cartridge/pen with the cartridge inserted is stored in a refrigerator (2 °C to 8 °C).
Avoid placing the cartridge close to the ice compartment of the refrigerator to prevent freezing. Do not use Movymia if it is, or has been, frozen.
Each cartridge should be properly disposed of after 28 days of first use, even if it is not completely empty.
Movymia contains a clear and colourless solution. Do not use Movymia if solid particles appear or if the solution is cloudy or coloured.
Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste. As k your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. These measures will help protect the environment.
📦 6. Contents of the pack and other information
What Movymia contains
- The active substance is teriparatide. Each dose of 80 microliters cont ains 20 micrograms of teriparatide. One cartridge of 2.4 mL contains 600 micrograms of teriparatide (corresponding to 250 micrograms per mL).
- The other ingredients are: glacial acetic acid, mannitol, metacresol, sodium acetate trihydrate, hydrochloric acid (for pH adjustment), sodium hydroxide (for pH adjustment), water for
injections (see section 2 “ Movymia contains sodium”) .
What Movymia looks like and contents of the pack
Movymia is a colourless and clear solution for injection (injection) . It is suppli ed in a cartridge. Each cartridge contains 2.4 mL of solution, enough for 28 doses.
Pack sizes:
Movymia 1 cartridge or 3 cartridges packed in a plastic tray sealed with lid foil and packed in a carton.
34 Movymia cartridge and pen pack : 1 Movymia cartridge packed in a plastic tray sealed with lid foil and packed in an inner carton and 1 Movymia Pen packed in an inner carton .
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
Marketing Authorisation Holder
STADA Arzneimittel AG Stadastrasse 2 -18 61118 Bad Vilbel Germany
Manufacturer
Gedeon Richter Plc.
Gyömrői út 19 -21.
1103 Budapest Hungary STADA Arzneimittel AG Stadastrasse 2 -18 61118 Bad Vilbel Germany For any information about this medicine, please contact the local representative of the Marketing Authorisation Holder.
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Tel: + 34 934738889 Polska STADA Pharm Sp. z.o o.
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This leaflet was last revised in
Other sources of information Detailed information on this medicine is available on the European Medicines Agency web site: https://www.ema.europa.eu .
Detailed information on this product is also available by scanning the QR code included below or the outer carton with a smartphone. The same information is also available on the following URL: movymiapatients.com QR code to be included 36 Instructions for use Movymia Pen Re-usable pen injector to be used with Movymia cartridges for subcutaneous injections Always follow instructions provided below and on the back page when using the Movymia Pen.
Movymia Pen parts Pen preparation – First use/changing cartridges Write down the first injection date of each new cartridge. This helps you to know when the 28 daily doses per cartridge are used (see section 2 “Warnings and precautions” and section 3 “Preparing the pen for use” in the Package leaflet of Movymia ).
Follow the instructions every time you insert a new Movymia cartridge into your Movymia Pen. Do not repeat this before each daily injection, otherwise you will not have enough Movymia for 28 days.
Read the patient information leaflet for Movymia cartridge provided separately.
37 A: Remove the pen cap.
B: Remove the cartridge holder by turning it (bayonet coupling).
C: Remove the empty cartridge, in the case of changing cartridge. Insert a new Movymia cartridge into the cartridge holder, with the metal crimped cap of the cartridge first.
D: Push back the threaded rod carefully with your finger, in a straight line and as far as it will go. This is not necessary when the rod is already in the starting position, such as at the very first use. The threaded rod cannot be pushed back to the pen housing entirely.
E: Attach the cartridge holder to the housing by turning it 90 degrees, until it stops.
38 F: Attach a new pen needle as follows:
- Pull off the peel foil.
- Screw the pen needle clockwise onto the cartridge holder. Make sure that the pen needle is attached correctly and sits firmly on the cartridge holder.
- Remove the outer needle cap and save it.
- Remove and dispose the inner needle cap.
While attaching the needle s ome drops may escape, this is normal.
39 G: Priming The pen must be primed and tested after inserting a new cartridge and prior the first injection from each cartridge.
- Turn the dose knob clockwise until you see a droplet sign on the dose display. Make sure th at the two indicator stripes are aligned. During dose dialling the pen provides an audible clicking sound and a noticeable resistance.
- Hold the pen with the needle pointing upwards .
- Press the push button fully in. Hold it pressed in until the dose indication has turned back to the start position. Some drops of medicine must be expelled from the needle tip.
If no drops emerge, repeat step G until you see some drops. Do not repeat step G more than four times, but follow the instructions given under T roubleshooting section on the back page.
Administration using the Movymia Pen Wash your hands carefully with soap to minimise the risk of infection.
Make sure you have ready:
- your Movymia Pen with inserted cartridge
- a compatible pen needle
- a puncture -resistant sharps disposal container for used needles.
Do not use the pen if the cartridge is cloudy, discoloured or contains particles.
Read the patient information leaflet for Movymia cartridge provided separately.
40 1. Attach the pen needle Use a new needle for every injection. Do not use the pen needle if the packaging is damaged or not opened by yourself.
Note: There is no need to change the needle when using directly after the pen preparation. In this case continue with step “2. Setting the dose an d injection”.
- Pull off the peel foil.
- Screw the pen needle clockwise onto the cartridge holder. Make sure that the pen needle is attached correctly and sits firmly on the cartridge holder.
- Remove the outer needle cap and save it.
- Remove and dispose the inner needle cap.
While attaching the needle some drops may escape, this is normal.
2. Setting the dose and injection Warning: Ensure the use of the correct medicine . Check the label of the cartridge before its insertion into the cartridge holder.
- To set the fixed daily dose of 80 microliters, turn the dose knob clockwise until it stops and cannot be rotated any further. Make sure the display shows an arrow sign and it is aligned with the indicator stripe . During dose dialling the pen prov ides an audible clicking sound and a noticeable resistance.
Do not try to force the dose knob any further.
Note: If the cartridge contains less than 80 microliters, the dose knob cannot be turned clockwise up to the arrow sign. In this case, remove the pen needle, change the cartridge and proceed with priming according the pen preparation steps.
- Select an appropriate injection site and prepare your skin as recommended by your doctor. Gently hold a skin fold between the thumb and index finger. Insert the needle straight and gently into the skin, as shown in the illustration.
Warning: Prevent the pen needle from bending or breaking. Do not tilt the pen after the needle has been inserted into the skin. Tilting the pen may result in bending or breaking of the needle. Broken needles can get stuck in the skin. Immediately consult the doctor if a broken needle gets stuck in the skin.
42 • Press the push button until the dose indication has returned to the start position. Keep the needle in the skin fold for a fur ther 6 seconds.
- Pull out the pen slowly. Check if the display is at the start position to make sure that the full dose has been injected.
3. Removing the pen needle
- Carefully attach the outer needle cap on the pen needle.
- Screw the needle cap anti-clockwise to remove the pen needle. Dispose of it correctly, for example, in a puncture -resistant sharps disposal container.
43 4. Re -attach pen cap
- Do not remove the cartridge from the Movymia Pen before it is empty.
- Re-attach the pen cap after each use.
- Put the Movymia Pen, with the cartridge inserted, back into the refrigerator between 2 and 8 °C immediately after use.
Note for healthcare professionals Local, healthcare professional or institutional policies may replace the instructions regarding needle handling and disposal.
Additional information The reusable fixed dose pen is designed for easy administration of Movymia to treat osteoporosis .
Each Movymia cartridge contains 28 doses of fixed 80 microlitres Movymia .
Use your Movymia Pen only as prescribed by your doctor, in this instructions for use and the Movymia package leaflet.
The Movymia Pen can be used by self -injecting patients above the age of 18 years, healthcare professionals or third parties such as, for instance, adult re latives.
The Movymia Pen must not be used by blind or visually impaired patients without help from a trained able-bodied person. Consult your doctor in the case of hearing or handling problems.
The pen needles must be used only once and the Movymia cartrid ge must be used by one person only.
Storage and care of Movymia Pen
- Handle your pen with care. Do not drop your pen and avoid knocking it against hard surfaces.
Protect it from water, dust and moisture.
- A damp cloth is sufficient to clean the Movymia Pe n. Do not use alcohol, other solvents or cleaning agents. Never immerse the Movymia Pen in water, as this could damage the pen.
- Do not use your Movymia Pen if it is damaged or if you have any doubts about its correct functioning.
- Transport and store the Mo vymia Pen with inserted cartridge at temperatures specified in the Movymia package leaflet, provided separately.
- Store your Movymia Pen, cartridges and pen needles out of reach of children.
- Do not store the Movymia Pen with a needle attached as this may ca use air bubbles to form in the cartridge.
44 Disposal of Movymia Pen and used accessories The Movymia Pen has a service life of two years. Before disposing of the Movymia Pen always remove the pen needle and the cartridge. Needles and used cartridges must be disposed of separately and safely. The Movymia Pen can be disposed of according to the instructions of the local authorities.
Warnings Follow the instructions presented in this instructions for use. If the instructions are not followed, there are risks of incorrect medication, inaccurate dosage, disease transmission or infection. Seek immediate medical advice if you have any health concern.
Troubleshooting Follow the instructions given in the table if you have any questions regarding the use of Movymia Pen:
Question Answer 1. Small air bubbles are visible in the cartridge. A small air bubble will not affect the dose, or harm.
2. Needle cannot be attached. Use another needle instead.
3. Needle is broken/curved/kinked. Use another needle instead.
4. During dose dialling the pen does not provide an audible signal. Do not use this pen.
5. No medicine comes out of the needle during pen preparation step “G: Priming”. Change the needle and repeat the priming as described in pen preparation sections “F” and “G”.
If still no medicine is expelled, do not use this pen.
6. The dose knob cannot be turned clockwise up to the arrow sign. The amount of Movymia left in the cartridge is less than 80 microlitres. Change the cartridge and the pen needle and perform priming according to the pen preparation.
7. Display does not return to start position after injection. Do not repeat the injection on the same day.
Use a new needle for your injection on the following day.
Set the dose and complete the injection as described in sec tion “2. Setting the dose and injection”.
If the display still does not return to start position after injection, do not use this pen.
8. Spillage from pen is observed. Do not use this pen.
9. The dose knob inadvertently turned clockwise after completing the injection.
How do I reset the dose knob to the start position? Do not press the push button. Reset the pen by simply turning back the dose knob anti – clockwise to the start position.
This instruction s for use was last revised
📄 Package Leaflet – official source
This article reproduces the information in the official package leaflet, as authorised in the European Union. You can consult the original document here: Product information Movymia (PDF, ec.europa.eu).
You can check this medicine at any time in the Union Register of medicinal products (EU number EU/1/16/1161).
⚠️ Important: This article is for information purposes only and does not replace medical advice or the package leaflet inside the medicine box. Read the leaflet carefully before use. For any questions about your treatment, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. If you experience side effects, tell your doctor or pharmacist and report them through your national reporting system.