Nonprescription Analgesic/Antipyretic Drug Development in Children 2 to Less Than 12 Years of Age
Date & Time
November 15, 2024 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Workshop Location
FDA White Oak Campus
Building 31, Conference Center, The Great Room
10903 New Hampshire Ave.
Silver Spring, MD 20993
Organized By
CDER Office of New Drugs
M-CERSI
About This Event
This public workshop will be hosted by the FDA/CDER Office of New Drugs in collaboration with the University of Maryland Center of Excellence in Regulatory Science and Innovation (M-CERSI). The goal of the workshop is to discuss the current nonprescription analgesic/antipyretic treatment options available for children 2 to less than 12 years of age and the development needs for additional oral nonprescription treatment options containing acetaminophen and/or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for pain, fever, or both for the same pediatric population.
Background
Presently, marketed nonprescription drug products for pain (analgesics) and fever (antipyretics) for children 2 to less than 12 years of age are primarily limited to drug products containing acetaminophen or a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), such as ibuprofen as active ingredients. These pediatric products are indicated for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains due to the common cold, sore throat, flu, headache, toothache, and fever reduction. New acetaminophen and NSAID-containing drug products may offer different characteristics than that of currently available products. However, it is unclear if there are pediatric subpopulations in children 2 to less than 12 years of age who may benefit from new acetaminophen and NSAID-containing drug products. Additionally, there is ambiguity regarding the extent to which expanding the nonprescription analgesic/antipyretic treatment options for this age group might lead to consumer confusion, considering the availability of multiple products containing similar ingredients for the same indication.
Topics for Discussion
The topics we will be exploring are:
the necessity for developing new nonprescription analgesics and antipyretics containing acetaminophen or NSAIDs, either alone or in combination to reduce pain and fever,
the drug characteristics that would represent a therapeutic benefit over current treatment options,
the pediatric subpopulations (e.g., age groups) that would benefit from these new nonprescription drugs for the already established labeled uses (for temporary relief for minor aches and pains due to the common cold, sore throat, flu, headache, toothache, fever reduction)
the potential unintended consequences of introducing more products containing similar ingredients for the same indication in this age group, particularly in relation to consumer confusion
Agenda
Please check back for an updated agenda.
Registration
Registration is free. All interested parties are encouraged to register early.
This workshop will be held on-site and in virtual format. Registration is required for both in-person and virtual attendance. On-line registration will be available until 5:00 PM ET on Thursday, November 14, 2024. Registrants will receive confirmation when they register.
On-Site Attendance
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Entrance for public workshop attendees (non-FDA employees) is through Building 1. Non-FDA attendees will be required to present a government-issued ID (e.g., passport, driver's license) before going through security. After passing through security screening, attendees will be directed to the workshop room in Building 31.
Food and Beverage Options:
Coffee, beverages, light breakfast items, crafted artisan salads and sandwiches will be available for purchase at the kiosk. The kiosk is the only accessible vendor to purchase food and beverage to non-FDA employees. Please note, the kiosk closes at 2:00 PM ET, should you need an afternoon snack or beverage.
Special Accommodations
The FDA will make every effort to accommodate persons with physical disabilities or special needs at public meetings. If you require accommodations due to a disability, email ONDPublicMTGSupport@fda.hhs.gov at least 7 days before the workshop. The FDA White Oak campus and FDA shuttle are generally accessible to people with physical disabilities.
Virtual Attendance (Zoom Webinar)
This meeting will be available for virtual viewing on the days of the meeting via Zoom. All information will be sent to attendees prior to the workshop. If you are unable to download Zoom, you can also use the browser version of Zoom for viewing this workshop.
Contact
For additional details, contact the FDAs CDER/OND/Public Meeting Support Team at ONDPublicMTGSupport@fda.hhs.gov.
Funding Statement
This workshop is supported by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award to the Center of Excellence in Regulatory Science & Innovation, U01FD005946 totaling $17,205 with 100 percent funded by FDA/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by FDA/HHS, or the U.S. Government.