Atezolizumab And Hyaluronidase-tqjs

Generic Name: atezolizumab and hyaluronidase-tqjs

Programmed Death Receptor-1 Blocking Antibody [EPC]Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Tecentriq Hybreza

11 DESCRIPTION TECENTRIQ HYBREZA is a fixed-combination drug product containing atezolizumab and hyaluronidase (human recombinant). Atezolizumab is a programmed cell death ligand 1 (PD-L1) blocking antibody. Atezolizumab is an Fc-engineered, humanized, non-glycosylated IgG1 kappa immunoglobulin that has a calculated molecular mass of 145 kDa.

Overview

11 DESCRIPTION TECENTRIQ HYBREZA is a fixed-combination drug product containing atezolizumab and hyaluronidase (human recombinant). Atezolizumab is a programmed cell death ligand 1 (PD-L1) blocking antibody. Atezolizumab is an Fc-engineered, humanized, non-glycosylated IgG1 kappa immunoglobulin that has a calculated molecular mass of 145 kDa.

Uses

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE TECENTRIQ HYBREZA is a combination of atezolizumab, a programmed death-ligand 1 (PD-L1) blocking antibody, and hyaluronidase, an endoglycosidase indicated: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) as adjuvant treatment following resection and platinum-based chemotherapy for adult patients with Stage II to IIIA NSCLC whose tumors have PD-L1 expression on ≥ 1% of tumor cells, as determined by an FDA-approved test. ( 1.1 ) for the first-line treatment of adult patients with metastatic NSCLC whose tumors have high PD-L1 expression (PD-L1 stained ≥ 50% of tumor cells [TC ≥ 50%] or PD-L1 stained tumor-infiltrating immune cells [IC] covering ≥ 10% of the tumor area [IC ≥ 10%]), as determined by an FDA-approved test, with no EGFR or ALK genomic tumor aberrations.

Dosage

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION TECENTRIQ HYBREZA has different recommended dosage and administration than intravenous atezolizumab products. ( 2.2 ) TECENTRIQ HYBREZA is for subcutaneous use in the thigh only. ( 2.2 ) Do not administer TECENTRIQ HYBREZA intravenously. ( 2.2 ) The recommended dosage for adult patients and pediatric patients (12 years and older who weigh 40 kg or greater) is: TECENTRIQ HYBREZA 15 mL (1,875 mg atezolizumab and 30,000 units hyaluronidase) subcutaneously into the thigh over approximately 7 minutes every 3 weeks. ( 2.2 ) TECENTRIQ HYBREZA must be administered by a healthcare professional. ( 2.2 ) NSCLC Dosage In the adjuvant setting , administer TECENTRIQ HYBREZA following resection and up to 4 cycles of platinum-based chemotherapy every 3 weeks for up to 1 year.

Side Effects

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Severe and Fatal Immune-Mediated Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Infusion-Related Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Complications of Allogeneic HSCT after PD-1/PD-L1 Inhibitors [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Most common adverse reactions (AR) (≥ 10%) with TECENTRIQ HYBREZA as monotherapy in patients with NSCLC were fatigue, musculoskeletal pain, cough, dyspnea, and decreased appetite. ( 6.1 ) Safety of TECENTRIQ HYBREZA for the approved NSCLC, EC-SCLC, HCC, melanoma and ASPS indications is based on safety of intravenous atezolizumab in these populations.

Warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Immune-Mediated Adverse Reactions Immune-mediated adverse reactions, which may be severe or fatal, can occur in any organ system or tissue, including the following: immune-mediated pneumonitis, immune-mediated colitis, immune-mediated hepatitis, immune-mediated endocrinopathies, immune-mediated dermatologic adverse reactions, immune-mediated nephritis and renal dysfunction, and solid organ transplant rejection. ( 5.1 ) Monitor for early identification and management. Evaluate liver enzymes, creatinine, and thyroid function at baseline and periodically during treatment. Withhold or permanently discontinue based on severity and type of reaction. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS TECENTRIQ HYBREZA is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to hyaluronidase or to any of its excipients. TECENTRIQ HYBREZA is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to hyaluronidase or any of its excipients. ( 4 )

Pregnancy

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on its mechanism of action [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) ] , TECENTRIQ HYBREZA can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman . There are no available data on the use of TECENTRIQ HYBREZA in pregnant women. Animal studies have demonstrated that inhibition of the PD-L1/PD-1 pathway can lead to increased risk of immune-related rejection of the developing fetus resulting in fetal death (see Data ) . Advise females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] . In the U.S.

Storage

Store vials under refrigeration at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) in the original carton to protect from light. Do not freeze. Do not shake.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Atezolizumab And Hyaluronidase-tqjs used for?

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE TECENTRIQ HYBREZA is a combination of atezolizumab, a programmed death-ligand 1 (PD-L1) blocking antibody, and hyaluronidase, an endoglycosidase indicated: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) as adjuvant treatment following resection and platinum-based chemotherapy for adult patients with Stage II to IIIA NSCLC whose tumors have PD-L1 expression on ≥ 1% of tumor cells, as determined by an FDA-approved test. ( 1.1 ) for the first-line treatment of adult patients with metastatic NSCLC whose tumors have high PD-L1 expression (PD-L1 stained ≥ 50% of tumor cells [TC ≥ 50%] or PD-L1 stained tumor-infiltrating immune cells [IC] covering ≥ 10% of the tumor area [IC ≥ 10%]), as determined by an FDA-approved test, with no EGFR or ALK genomic tumor aberrations.

What are the side effects of Atezolizumab And Hyaluronidase-tqjs?

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Severe and Fatal Immune-Mediated Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Infusion-Related Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Complications of Allogeneic HSCT after PD-1/PD-L1 Inhibitors [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Most common adverse reactions (AR) (≥ 10%) with TECENTRIQ HYBREZA as monotherapy in patients with NSCLC were fatigue, musculoskeletal pain, cough, dyspnea, and decreased appetite. ( 6.1 ) Safety of TECENTRIQ HYBREZA for the approved NSCLC, EC-SCLC, HCC, melanoma and ASPS indications is based on safety of intravenous atezolizumab in these populations.

Can I take Atezolizumab And Hyaluronidase-tqjs during pregnancy?

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on its mechanism of action [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) ] , TECENTRIQ HYBREZA can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman . There are no available data on the use of TECENTRIQ HYBREZA in pregnant women. Animal studies have demonstrated that inhibition of the PD-L1/PD-1 pathway can lead to increased risk of immune-related rejection of the developing fetus resulting in fetal death (see Data ) . Advise females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] . In the U.S.

What are the important warnings for Atezolizumab And Hyaluronidase-tqjs?

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Immune-Mediated Adverse Reactions Immune-mediated adverse reactions, which may be severe or fatal, can occur in any organ system or tissue, including the following: immune-mediated pneumonitis, immune-mediated colitis, immune-mediated hepatitis, immune-mediated endocrinopathies, immune-mediated dermatologic adverse reactions, immune-mediated nephritis and renal dysfunction, and solid organ transplant rejection. ( 5.1 ) Monitor for early identification and management. Evaluate liver enzymes, creatinine, and thyroid function at baseline and periodically during treatment. Withhold or permanently discontinue based on severity and type of reaction. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS TECENTRIQ HYBREZA is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to hyaluronidase or to any of its excipients. TECENTRIQ HYBREZA is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to hyaluronidase or any of its excipients. ( 4 )

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