Trabectedin

Generic Name: trabectedin

Alkylating Drug [EPC]Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Yondelis

11 DESCRIPTION Trabectedin is an alkylating drug with the chemical name (1' R ,6 R ,6a R ,7 R ,13 S ,14 S ,16 R )-5-(acetyloxy)-3',4',6,6a,7,13,14,16-octahydro-6',8,14-trihydroxy-7',9-dimethoxy-4,10,23-trimethyl-spiro[6,16-(epithiopropanoxymethano)-7,13-imino-12 H -1,3-dioxolo[7,8]isoquino[3,2- b ][3]benzazocine-20,1'(2' H )-isoquinolin]-19-one. The molecular formula is C 39 H 43 N 3 O 11 S. The molecular weight is 761.84 daltons.

Overview

11 DESCRIPTION Trabectedin is an alkylating drug with the chemical name (1' R ,6 R ,6a R ,7 R ,13 S ,14 S ,16 R )-5-(acetyloxy)-3',4',6,6a,7,13,14,16-octahydro-6',8,14-trihydroxy-7',9-dimethoxy-4,10,23-trimethyl-spiro[6,16-(epithiopropanoxymethano)-7,13-imino-12 H -1,3-dioxolo[7,8]isoquino[3,2- b ][3]benzazocine-20,1'(2' H )-isoquinolin]-19-one. The molecular formula is C 39 H 43 N 3 O 11 S. The molecular weight is 761.84 daltons.

Uses

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE YONDELIS ® is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic liposarcoma or leiomyosarcoma who received a prior anthracycline-containing regimen [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . YONDELIS is an alkylating drug indicated for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic liposarcoma or leiomyosarcoma who received a prior anthracycline-containing regimen ( 1 )

Dosage

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Administer at 1.5 mg/m 2 as a 24-hour intravenous infusion, every 3 weeks through a central venous line ( 2.1 , 2.6 ) Premedication: dexamethasone 20 mg intravenously, 30 min before each infusion ( 2.3 ) Hepatic Impairment: Administer at 0.9 mg/m 2 as a 24-hour intravenous infusion, every 3 weeks through a central venous line in patients with moderate hepatic impairment ( 2.2 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosage The recommended dose is 1.5 mg/m 2 administered as an intravenous infusion over 24 hours through a central venous line every 21 days (3 weeks), until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.

Side Effects

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in more detail in other sections of the labeling: Anaphylaxis [see Contraindications (4) ] Neutropenic Sepsis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Rhabdomyolysis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Cardiomyopathy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Capillary Leak Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Extravasation Resulting in Tissue Necrosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] The most common (≥20%) adverse reactions are nausea, fatigue, vomiting, constipation, decreased appetite, diarrhea, peripheral edema, dyspnea, and headache.

Interactions

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS CYP3A inhibitors: Avoid concomitant strong CYP3A inhibitors ( 7.1 ) CYP3A inducers: Avoid concomitant strong CYP3A inducers ( 7.2 ) 7.1 Effect of Cytochrome CYP3A Inhibitors Coadministration of YONDELIS with ketoconazole, a strong CYP3A inhibitor, increased systemic exposure of trabectedin by 66%. Avoid using strong CYP3A inhibitors (e.g., oral ketoconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole, voriconazole, clarithromycin, telithromycin, indinavir, lopinavir, ritonavir, boceprevir, nelfinavir, saquinavir, telaprevir, nefazodone, conivaptan) in patients taking YONDELIS.

Warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Neutropenic sepsis: Severe, and fatal, neutropenic sepsis may occur. Monitor neutrophil count during treatment. Withhold YONDELIS for neutrophil count 2.5 × upper limit of normal were not enrolled in Trial ET743-SAR-3007. In Trial ET743-SAR-3007, the incidence of Grade 3–4 elevated liver function tests (LFTs; defined as elevations in ALT, AST, total bilirubin, or alkaline phosphatase) was 35% (134/378) in patients receiving YONDELIS. The median time to development of Grade 3–4 elevation in ALT or AST was 29 days (range: 3 days to 11.5 months). Of the 134 patients with Grade 3–4 elevations in LFTs, 114 (85%) experienced complete resolution with the median time to complete resolution of 13 days (range: 4 days to 4.4 months). 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS YONDELIS is contraindicated in patients with known severe hypersensitivity, including anaphylaxis, to trabectedin. Known hypersensitivity to trabectedin ( 4 )

Pregnancy

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on its mechanism of action, trabectedin can cause fetal harm when administered during pregnancy [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) ] . There are no available data with the use of YONDELIS during pregnancy. Animal reproductive and developmental studies at relevant doses have not been conducted with trabectedin; however, placental transfer of trabectedin was demonstrated in pregnant rats. Advise pregnant woman of the potential risk to a fetus.

Storage

Storage and Handling Store YONDELIS vials in a refrigerator at 2 °C to 8 °C (36 °F to 46 °F). YONDELIS is a hazardous drug. Follow applicable special handling and disposal procedures. 1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Trabectedin used for?

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE YONDELIS ® is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic liposarcoma or leiomyosarcoma who received a prior anthracycline-containing regimen [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . YONDELIS is an alkylating drug indicated for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic liposarcoma or leiomyosarcoma who received a prior anthracycline-containing regimen ( 1 )

What are the side effects of Trabectedin?

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in more detail in other sections of the labeling: Anaphylaxis [see Contraindications (4) ] Neutropenic Sepsis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Rhabdomyolysis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Cardiomyopathy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Capillary Leak Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Extravasation Resulting in Tissue Necrosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] The most common (≥20%) adverse reactions are nausea, fatigue, vomiting, constipation, decreased appetite, diarrhea, peripheral edema, dyspnea, and headache.

Can I take Trabectedin during pregnancy?

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on its mechanism of action, trabectedin can cause fetal harm when administered during pregnancy [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) ] . There are no available data with the use of YONDELIS during pregnancy. Animal reproductive and developmental studies at relevant doses have not been conducted with trabectedin; however, placental transfer of trabectedin was demonstrated in pregnant rats. Advise pregnant woman of the potential risk to a fetus.

What are the important warnings for Trabectedin?

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Neutropenic sepsis: Severe, and fatal, neutropenic sepsis may occur. Monitor neutrophil count during treatment. Withhold YONDELIS for neutrophil count 2.5 × upper limit of normal were not enrolled in Trial ET743-SAR-3007. In Trial ET743-SAR-3007, the incidence of Grade 3–4 elevated liver function tests (LFTs; defined as elevations in ALT, AST, total bilirubin, or alkaline phosphatase) was 35% (134/378) in patients receiving YONDELIS. The median time to development of Grade 3–4 elevation in ALT or AST was 29 days (range: 3 days to 11.5 months). Of the 134 patients with Grade 3–4 elevations in LFTs, 114 (85%) experienced complete resolution with the median time to complete resolution of 13 days (range: 4 days to 4.4 months). 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS YONDELIS is contraindicated in patients with known severe hypersensitivity, including anaphylaxis, to trabectedin. Known hypersensitivity to trabectedin ( 4 )

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