Fam-trastuzumab Deruxtecan-nxki
Generic Name: fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki
Brand Names:
Enhertu
11 DESCRIPTION Fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki is a HER2-directed antibody and topoisomerase inhibitor conjugate. Fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki is an antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) composed of three components: 1) a humanized anti-HER2 IgG1 monoclonal antibody (mAb), covalently linked to 2) a topoisomerase inhibitor, via 3) a tetrapeptide-based cleavable linker.
Overview
11 DESCRIPTION Fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki is a HER2-directed antibody and topoisomerase inhibitor conjugate. Fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki is an antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) composed of three components: 1) a humanized anti-HER2 IgG1 monoclonal antibody (mAb), covalently linked to 2) a topoisomerase inhibitor, via 3) a tetrapeptide-based cleavable linker.
Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ENHERTU is a HER2-directed antibody and topoisomerase inhibitor conjugate indicated: HER2-Positive Metastatic Breast Cancer in combination with pertuzumab as first-line treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic HER2-positive (IHC 3+ or ISH+) breast cancer, as determined by an FDA-approved test. ( 1.1 ) as monotherapy for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic HER2-positive (IHC 3+ or ISH+) breast cancer who have received a prior anti-HER2-based regimen either in the metastatic setting, or, in the neoadjuvant or adjuvant setting and have developed disease recurrence during or within six months of completing therapy.
Dosage
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Do not substitute ENHERTU for or with trastuzumab or ado-trastuzumab emtansine. ( 2.2 , 2.4 ) For intravenous infusion only . Do not administer as an intravenous push or bolus. DO NOT use Sodium Chloride Injection, USP. ( 2.4 ) Premedicate for prevention of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting. ( 2.2 ) HER2-positive, HER2-low, or HER2-ultralow breast cancer, HER2-mutant NSCLC, and HER2-positive (IHC 3+) solid tumors: ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg every 3 weeks until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. ( 2.2 , 2.3 ) HER2-Positive First-line Metastatic Breast Cancer ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg every 3 weeks (in combination with pertuzumab until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. Cycle 1, Day 1: ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg followed by pertuzumab 840 mg.
Side Effects
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Interstitial Lung Disease/Pneumonitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Neutropenia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Left Ventricular Dysfunction [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] The most common adverse reactions (≥20%), including laboratory abnormalities, in patients with: HER2-positive, HER2-low, and HER2-ultralow metastatic breast cancer, HER2-mutant NSCLC, and HER2-positive (including IHC 3+) solid tumors are decreased white blood cell count, nausea, decreased hemoglobin, decreased neutrophil count, decreased lymphocyte count, fatigue, decreased platelet count, increased aspartate aminotransferase, increased alanine aminotransferase, increased blood alkaline...
Warnings
WARNING: INTERSTITIAL LUNG DISEASE and EMBRYO-FETAL TOXICITY Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) and pneumonitis, including fatal cases, have been reported with ENHERTU. Monitor for and promptly investigate signs and symptoms including cough, dyspnea, fever, and other new or worsening respiratory symptoms. Permanently discontinue ENHERTU in all patients with Grade 2 or higher ILD/pneumonitis. 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Neutropenia: Monitor complete blood counts prior to initiation of ENHERTU and prior to each dose, and as clinically indicated. Manage through treatment interruption or dose reduction. ( 2.3 , 5.2 ) Left Ventricular Dysfunction: Assess left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) prior to initiation of ENHERTU and at regular intervals during treatment as clinically indicated. Manage through treatment interruption or discontinuation. Permanently discontinue ENHERTU in patients with symptomatic congestive heart failure (CHF). 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None . None. ( 4 )
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on its mechanism of action, ENHERTU can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. There are no available data on the use of ENHERTU in pregnant women. In postmarketing reports, use of a HER2-directed antibody during pregnancy resulted in cases of oligohydramnios manifesting as fatal pulmonary hypoplasia, skeletal abnormalities, and neonatal death ( see Data ).
Storage
How Supplied/Storage ENHERTU (fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki) for injection is a white to yellowish white lyophilized powder supplied as: Carton Contents NDC One 100 mg single-dose vial NDC 65597-406-01 Store vials in a refrigerator at 2ºC to 8ºC (36ºF to 46ºF) in the original carton to protect from light until time of reconstitution. Do not freeze.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fam-trastuzumab Deruxtecan-nxki used for?▼
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ENHERTU is a HER2-directed antibody and topoisomerase inhibitor conjugate indicated: HER2-Positive Metastatic Breast Cancer in combination with pertuzumab as first-line treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic HER2-positive (IHC 3+ or ISH+) breast cancer, as determined by an FDA-approved test. ( 1.1 ) as monotherapy for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic HER2-positive (IHC 3+ or ISH+) breast cancer who have received a prior anti-HER2-based regimen either in the metastatic setting, or, in the neoadjuvant or adjuvant setting and have developed disease recurrence during or within six months of completing therapy.
What are the side effects of Fam-trastuzumab Deruxtecan-nxki?▼
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Interstitial Lung Disease/Pneumonitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Neutropenia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Left Ventricular Dysfunction [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] The most common adverse reactions (≥20%), including laboratory abnormalities, in patients with: HER2-positive, HER2-low, and HER2-ultralow metastatic breast cancer, HER2-mutant NSCLC, and HER2-positive (including IHC 3+) solid tumors are decreased white blood cell count, nausea, decreased hemoglobin, decreased neutrophil count, decreased lymphocyte count, fatigue, decreased platelet count, increased aspartate aminotransferase, increased alanine aminotransferase, increased blood alkaline...
Can I take Fam-trastuzumab Deruxtecan-nxki during pregnancy?▼
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on its mechanism of action, ENHERTU can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. There are no available data on the use of ENHERTU in pregnant women. In postmarketing reports, use of a HER2-directed antibody during pregnancy resulted in cases of oligohydramnios manifesting as fatal pulmonary hypoplasia, skeletal abnormalities, and neonatal death ( see Data ).
What are the important warnings for Fam-trastuzumab Deruxtecan-nxki?▼
WARNING: INTERSTITIAL LUNG DISEASE and EMBRYO-FETAL TOXICITY Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) and pneumonitis, including fatal cases, have been reported with ENHERTU. Monitor for and promptly investigate signs and symptoms including cough, dyspnea, fever, and other new or worsening respiratory symptoms. Permanently discontinue ENHERTU in all patients with Grade 2 or higher ILD/pneumonitis. 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Neutropenia: Monitor complete blood counts prior to initiation of ENHERTU and prior to each dose, and as clinically indicated. Manage through treatment interruption or dose reduction. ( 2.3 , 5.2 ) Left Ventricular Dysfunction: Assess left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) prior to initiation of ENHERTU and at regular intervals during treatment as clinically indicated. Manage through treatment interruption or discontinuation. Permanently discontinue ENHERTU in patients with symptomatic congestive heart failure (CHF). 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None . None. ( 4 )
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