Tucatinib

Generic Name: tucatinib

Kinase Inhibitor [EPC]Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Tukysa

11 DESCRIPTION Tucatinib is a kinase inhibitor. The chemical name is (N4-(4-([1,2,4]triazolo[1,5-a]pyridin-7-yloxy)-3-methylphenyl)-N6-(4,4-dimethyl-4,5-dihydrooxazol-2-yl)quinazoline-4,6-diamine. The molecular formula is C 26 H 24 N 8 O 2 and the molecular weight is 480.52 g/mol.

Overview

11 DESCRIPTION Tucatinib is a kinase inhibitor. The chemical name is (N4-(4-([1,2,4]triazolo[1,5-a]pyridin-7-yloxy)-3-methylphenyl)-N6-(4,4-dimethyl-4,5-dihydrooxazol-2-yl)quinazoline-4,6-diamine. The molecular formula is C 26 H 24 N 8 O 2 and the molecular weight is 480.52 g/mol.

Uses

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE TUKYSA is a kinase inhibitor indicated: • in combination with trastuzumab and capecitabine for treatment of adult patients with advanced unresectable or metastatic HER2-positive breast cancer, including patients with brain metastases, who have received one or more prior anti-HER2-based regimens in the metastatic setting. ( 1.1 ) • in combination with trastuzumab for the treatment of adult patients with RAS wild-type HER2-positive unresectable or metastatic colorectal cancer that has progressed following treatment with fluoropyrimidine-, oxaliplatin-, and irinotecan-based chemotherapy. ( 1.2 ) This indication is approved under accelerated approval based on tumor response rate and durability of response [see Clinical Studies (14.2) ].

Dosage

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION • In patients with unresectable or metastatic colorectal cancer, confirm the presence of HER2 protein overexpression and RAS wild-type in tumor specimens prior to the initiation of TUKYSA ( 2.1 ) • Recommended dosage: 300 mg taken orally twice daily with or without food. ( 2.1 ) • For patients with severe hepatic impairment, the recommended dosage is 200 mg orally twice daily. ( 2.3 , 8.7 ) 2.1 Patient Selection Select patients for treatment of unresectable or metastatic colorectal cancer with TUKYSA based on the presence of: • HER2 overexpression or gene amplification [see Clinical Studies (14.2) ].

Side Effects

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: • Diarrhea [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] • Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] • The most common adverse reactions (≥20%) with TUKYSA in combination with trastuzumab and capecitabine in patients with metastatic breast cancer are diarrhea, palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia, nausea, hepatotoxicity, vomiting, stomatitis, decreased appetite, anemia, and rash. ( 6.1 ) • The most common adverse reactions (≥20%) with TUKYSA in combination with trastuzumab in patients with unresectable or metastatic colorectal cancer are diarrhea, fatigue, rash, nausea, abdominal pain, infusion related reactions, and pyrexia.

Interactions

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS • Strong CYP3A Inducers or Moderate CYP2C8 Inducers : Avoid concomitant use. ( 7.1 ) • Strong CYP2C8 Inhibitors : Avoid concomitant use; reduce TUKYSA dose if concomitant use cannot be avoided. ( 2.4 , 7.1 ) • CYP3A Substrates : Avoid concomitant use with CYP3A substrates, where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious or life-threatening toxicities. ( 7.2 ) • P-gp Substrates : Consider reducing the dose of P-gp substrates, where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious or life-threatening toxicities. ( 7.2 ) 7.1 Effects of Other Drugs on TUKYSA Table 7 summarizes the effect of other drugs on TUKYSA.

Warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Diarrhea : Severe diarrhea, including dehydration, acute kidney injury, and death, has been reported. Administer antidiarrheal treatment as clinically indicated. Interrupt dose, then dose reduce, or permanently discontinue TUKYSA based on severity. ( 2.2 , 5.1 ) • Hepatotoxicity : Severe hepatotoxicity has been reported on TUKYSA. Monitor ALT, AST and bilirubin prior to starting TUKYSA, every 3 weeks during treatment and as clinically indicated. Interrupt dose, then dose reduce, or permanently discontinue TUKYSA based on severity. ( 2.2 , 5.2 ) • Embryo-Fetal Toxicity : TUKYSA can cause fetal harm. Advise patients of potential risk to a fetus and to use effective contraception. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. ( 4 )

Pregnancy

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary TUKYSA is used in combination with trastuzumab and capecitabine. Refer to the Full Prescribing Information of trastuzumab and capecitabine for pregnancy information. Based on findings in animals and its mechanism of action, TUKYSA can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) ] . There are no available human data on TUKYSA use in pregnant women to inform a drug-associated risk.

Storage

16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING 16.1 How Supplied TUKYSA 50 mg tablets are supplied as yellow, film-coated, round tablets containing 50 mg of tucatinib. Each tablet is debossed with “TUC” on one side and “50” on the other side, and is packaged as follows: 50 mg tablets: 60 count in 75 cc bottle: NDC 51144-001-60 TUKYSA 150 mg tablets are supplied as yellow, film-coated, oval-shaped tablets co...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tucatinib used for?

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE TUKYSA is a kinase inhibitor indicated: • in combination with trastuzumab and capecitabine for treatment of adult patients with advanced unresectable or metastatic HER2-positive breast cancer, including patients with brain metastases, who have received one or more prior anti-HER2-based regimens in the metastatic setting. ( 1.1 ) • in combination with trastuzumab for the treatment of adult patients with RAS wild-type HER2-positive unresectable or metastatic colorectal cancer that has progressed following treatment with fluoropyrimidine-, oxaliplatin-, and irinotecan-based chemotherapy. ( 1.2 ) This indication is approved under accelerated approval based on tumor response rate and durability of response [see Clinical Studies (14.2) ].

What are the side effects of Tucatinib?

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: • Diarrhea [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] • Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] • The most common adverse reactions (≥20%) with TUKYSA in combination with trastuzumab and capecitabine in patients with metastatic breast cancer are diarrhea, palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia, nausea, hepatotoxicity, vomiting, stomatitis, decreased appetite, anemia, and rash. ( 6.1 ) • The most common adverse reactions (≥20%) with TUKYSA in combination with trastuzumab in patients with unresectable or metastatic colorectal cancer are diarrhea, fatigue, rash, nausea, abdominal pain, infusion related reactions, and pyrexia.

Can I take Tucatinib during pregnancy?

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary TUKYSA is used in combination with trastuzumab and capecitabine. Refer to the Full Prescribing Information of trastuzumab and capecitabine for pregnancy information. Based on findings in animals and its mechanism of action, TUKYSA can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) ] . There are no available human data on TUKYSA use in pregnant women to inform a drug-associated risk.

What are the important warnings for Tucatinib?

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Diarrhea : Severe diarrhea, including dehydration, acute kidney injury, and death, has been reported. Administer antidiarrheal treatment as clinically indicated. Interrupt dose, then dose reduce, or permanently discontinue TUKYSA based on severity. ( 2.2 , 5.1 ) • Hepatotoxicity : Severe hepatotoxicity has been reported on TUKYSA. Monitor ALT, AST and bilirubin prior to starting TUKYSA, every 3 weeks during treatment and as clinically indicated. Interrupt dose, then dose reduce, or permanently discontinue TUKYSA based on severity. ( 2.2 , 5.2 ) • Embryo-Fetal Toxicity : TUKYSA can cause fetal harm. Advise patients of potential risk to a fetus and to use effective contraception. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. ( 4 )

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