Lurbinectedin
Generic Name: lurbinectedin
Brand Names:
Zepzelca
11 DESCRIPTION ZEPZELCA is an alkylating drug. The chemical name of ZEPZELCA (lurbinectedin) is (1’R,6R,6aR,7R,13S,14S,16R)-8,14-dihydroxy-6’,9-dimethoxy-4,10,23-trimethyl-19-oxo-2’,3’,4’,6,7,9’,12,13,14,16-decahydro-6aH-spiro[7,13-azano-6,16-(epithiopropanooxymethano) [1,3]dioxolo[7,8]isoquinolino[3,2-b][3]benzazocine-20,1’-pyrido[3,4-b]indol]-5-yl acetate. The molecular formula is C 41 H 44 N 4 O 10 S.
Overview
11 DESCRIPTION ZEPZELCA is an alkylating drug. The chemical name of ZEPZELCA (lurbinectedin) is (1’R,6R,6aR,7R,13S,14S,16R)-8,14-dihydroxy-6’,9-dimethoxy-4,10,23-trimethyl-19-oxo-2’,3’,4’,6,7,9’,12,13,14,16-decahydro-6aH-spiro[7,13-azano-6,16-(epithiopropanooxymethano) [1,3]dioxolo[7,8]isoquinolino[3,2-b][3]benzazocine-20,1’-pyrido[3,4-b]indol]-5-yl acetate. The molecular formula is C 41 H 44 N 4 O 10 S.
Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ZEPZELCA is an alkylating drug indicated: • in combination with atezolizumab or atezolizumab and hyaluronidase-tqj, for the maintenance treatment of adult patients with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer whose disease has not progressed after first-line induction therapy with atezolizumab or atezolizumab and hyaluronidase-tqjs, carboplatin and etoposide. ( 1.1 ) • For the treatment of adult patients with metastatic small cell lung cancer (SCLC) with disease progression on or after platinum-based chemotherapy. ( 1.2 ) This indication is approved under accelerated approval based on overall response rate and duration of response.
Dosage
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION • Recommended Dosage : 3.2 mg/m 2 administered intravenously every 21 days until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. • Administration via a central venous line is recommended to reduce the risk of extravasation that can cause tissue necrosis requiring debridement. ( 5.3 ) • Administer ZEPZELCA as an intravenous infusion over 60 minutes. • To reduce the risk of nausea, administer corticosteroids and serotonin agonists prior to Cycle 1 and consider use for subsequent cycles. ( 2.5 ) • To reduce the risk of febrile neutropenia during treatment with ZEPZELCA in combination with atezolizumab or atezolizumab and hyaluronidase-tqjs, administer granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF) [Refer to Prescribing Information].
Side Effects
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: • Myelosuppression [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] • Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] • Extravasation Resulting in Tissue Necrosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] • Rhabdomyolysis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] The most common adverse reactions for ZEPZELCA as a single agent, including laboratory abnormalities, (≥20%) are leukopenia, lymphopenia, fatigue, anemia, neutropenia, increased creatinine, increased alanine aminotransferase, increased glucose, thrombocytopenia, nausea, decreased appetite, musculoskeletal pain, decreased albumin, constipation, dyspnea, decreased sodium, increased aspartate aminotransferase, vomiting, cough, decrea...
Interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Effect of Other Drugs on ZEPZELCA : Avoid coadministration with strong or a moderate CYP3A inhibitors and strong CYP3A inducers. ( 7.1 ) 7.1 Effect of Other Drugs on ZEPZELCA Strong and Moderate CYP3A Inhibitors Coadministration of ZEPZELCA with a strong or a moderate CYP3A inhibitor increases lurbinectedin systemic exposure [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ], which may increase the incidence and severity of adverse reactions to ZEPZELCA. Avoid grapefruit and Seville oranges during ZEPZELCA treatment, as these contain strong or moderate inhibitors of CYP3A. Avoid coadministration of ZEPZELCA with strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitors. If coadministration cannot be avoided, reduce the dose of ZEPZELCA [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) ] .
Warnings
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Myelosuppression : Monitor blood counts prior to each administration. Initiate treatment with ZEPZELCA only if baseline neutrophil count is ≥ 1,500 cells/mm 3 and platelet count is ≥ 100,000/mm 3 . For neutrophil count less than 500 cells/mm 3 or any value less than lower limit of normal, administer G-CSF. Withhold, reduce the dose, or permanently discontinue ZEPZELCA based on severity. ( 5.1 ) • Hepatotoxicity : Monitor liver function tests prior to initiating ZEPZELCA, periodically during treatment and as clinically indicated. Withhold, reduce the dose, or permanently discontinue ZEPZELCA based on severity. ( 5.2 ) • Extravasation Resulting in Tissue Necrosis : Consider use of a central venous catheter to reduce the risk of extravasation. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. ( 4 )
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on animal data and its mechanism of action [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) ] , ZEPZELCA can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. There are no available data to inform the risk of ZEPZELCA use in pregnant women. Intravenous administration of a single lurbinectedin dose (approximately 0.2 times the 3.2 mg/m 2 clinical dose) to pregnant rats during the period of organogenesis caused embryolethality (see Data) . Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to a fetus.
Storage
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING How Supplied ZEPZELCA (lurbinectedin) for injection is supplied as a sterile, preservative-free, white to off-white lyophilized powder in a single-dose clear glass vial. Each carton (NDC 68727-712-01) contains 4 mg in one single-dose vial. Storage and Handling Store refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F). ZEPZELCA is a hazardous drug.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lurbinectedin used for?▼
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ZEPZELCA is an alkylating drug indicated: • in combination with atezolizumab or atezolizumab and hyaluronidase-tqj, for the maintenance treatment of adult patients with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer whose disease has not progressed after first-line induction therapy with atezolizumab or atezolizumab and hyaluronidase-tqjs, carboplatin and etoposide. ( 1.1 ) • For the treatment of adult patients with metastatic small cell lung cancer (SCLC) with disease progression on or after platinum-based chemotherapy. ( 1.2 ) This indication is approved under accelerated approval based on overall response rate and duration of response.
What are the side effects of Lurbinectedin?▼
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: • Myelosuppression [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] • Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] • Extravasation Resulting in Tissue Necrosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] • Rhabdomyolysis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] The most common adverse reactions for ZEPZELCA as a single agent, including laboratory abnormalities, (≥20%) are leukopenia, lymphopenia, fatigue, anemia, neutropenia, increased creatinine, increased alanine aminotransferase, increased glucose, thrombocytopenia, nausea, decreased appetite, musculoskeletal pain, decreased albumin, constipation, dyspnea, decreased sodium, increased aspartate aminotransferase, vomiting, cough, decrea...
Can I take Lurbinectedin during pregnancy?▼
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on animal data and its mechanism of action [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) ] , ZEPZELCA can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. There are no available data to inform the risk of ZEPZELCA use in pregnant women. Intravenous administration of a single lurbinectedin dose (approximately 0.2 times the 3.2 mg/m 2 clinical dose) to pregnant rats during the period of organogenesis caused embryolethality (see Data) . Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to a fetus.
What are the important warnings for Lurbinectedin?▼
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Myelosuppression : Monitor blood counts prior to each administration. Initiate treatment with ZEPZELCA only if baseline neutrophil count is ≥ 1,500 cells/mm 3 and platelet count is ≥ 100,000/mm 3 . For neutrophil count less than 500 cells/mm 3 or any value less than lower limit of normal, administer G-CSF. Withhold, reduce the dose, or permanently discontinue ZEPZELCA based on severity. ( 5.1 ) • Hepatotoxicity : Monitor liver function tests prior to initiating ZEPZELCA, periodically during treatment and as clinically indicated. Withhold, reduce the dose, or permanently discontinue ZEPZELCA based on severity. ( 5.2 ) • Extravasation Resulting in Tissue Necrosis : Consider use of a central venous catheter to reduce the risk of extravasation. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. ( 4 )
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