CYRAMZA
RxNorm 1657775· RAMUCIRUMAB· INTRAVENOUS
Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Receptor 2 Antagonist [EPC] · Eli Lilly and Company
Indications and usage
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE CYRAMZA ® is a human vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 2 (VEGFR2) antagonist indicated: as a single agent or in combination with paclitaxel, for treatment of adults with advanced or metastatic gastric or gastro-esophageal junction adenocarcinoma with disease progression on or after prior fluoropyrimidine- or platinum-containing chemotherapy. ( 1.1 ) in combination with erlotinib, for first-line treatment of adults with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer with epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) exon 19 deletions or exon 21 (L858R) mutations. ( 1.2 ) in combination with docetaxel, for treatment of adults with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer with disease progression on or after platinum-based chemotherapy. Patients with EGFR or ALK genomic tumor aberrations should have disease progression on FDA-approved therapy for these aberrations prior to receiving CYRAMZA. ( 1.2 ) in combination with FOLFIRI, for the treatment of adults with metastatic colorectal cancer with disease progression on or after prior therapy with bevacizumab, oxaliplatin, and a fluoropyrimidine. ( 1.3 ) as a single agent, for the treatment of adults with hepatocellular carcinoma in patients who have an alpha fetoprotein of ≥400 ng/mL and have been treated with sorafenib. ( 1.4 ) 1.1 Gastric Cancer CYRAMZA ® , as a single agent or in combination with paclitaxel, is indicated for the treatment of adults with advanced or metastatic, gastric or gastro-esophageal junction (GEJ) adenocarcinoma with disease progression on or after prior fluoropyrimidine- or platinum-containing chemotherapy. 1.2 Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer CYRAMZA, in combination with erlotinib, is indicated for the first-line treatment of adults with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose tumors have epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) exon 19 deletions or exon 21 (L858R) substitution mutations. CYRAMZA, in combination with docetaxel, is indicated for the treatment of adults with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with disease progression on or after platinum-based chemotherapy. Patients with epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) or anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) genomic tumor aberrations should have disease progression on FDA-approved therapy for these aberrations prior to receiving CYRAMZA. 1.3 Colorectal Cancer CYRAMZA, in combination with FOLFIRI (irinotecan, folinic acid, and fluorouracil), is indicated for the treatment of adults with metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) with disease progression on or after prior therapy with bevacizumab, oxaliplatin, and a fluoropyrimidine. 1.4 Hepatocellular Carcinoma CYRAMZA, as a single agent, is indicated for the treatment of adults with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) who have an alpha fetoprotein (AFP) of ≥400 ng/mL and have been treated with sorafenib.
Dosage and administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION For intravenous infusion only. Do not administer as an intravenous push or bolus. ( 2.7 ) Premedicate before each infusion. ( 2.1 ) Gastric Cancer : Administer CYRAMZA 8 mg/kg every 2 weeks as a single agent or in combination with weekly paclitaxel. ( 2.2 ) Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer : Administer CYRAMZA 10 mg/kg every 2 weeks with daily erlotinib. ( 2.3 ) Administer CYRAMZA 10 mg/kg on Day 1 of a 21-day cycle prior to docetaxel. ( 2.3 ) Colorectal Cancer : Administer CYRAMZA 8 mg/kg every 2 weeks prior to FOLFIRI. ( 2.4 ) Hepatocellular Carcinoma : Administer CYRAMZA 8 mg/kg every 2 weeks. ( 2.5 ) 2.1 Premedication Prior to each CYRAMZA infusion, premedicate all patients with an intravenous histamine-1 receptor antagonist (e.g., diphenhydramine hydrochloride) [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] . For patients who have experienced a Grade 1 or 2 IRR, premedicate with a histamine-1 receptor antagonist, dexamethasone (or equivalent), and acetaminophen prior to each CYRAMZA infusion [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.6 )] . 2.2 Recommended Dosage for Gastric Cancer The recommended dosage of CYRAMZA, either as a single agent or in combination with weekly paclitaxel, is 8 mg/kg every 2 weeks administered by intravenous infusion over 60 minutes. If the first infusion is tolerated, all subsequent CYRAMZA infusions may be administered over 30 minutes. Continue CYRAMZA until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. When given in combination with paclitaxel, administer CYRAMZA prior to administration of paclitaxel. Refer to the prescribing information for paclitaxel for dosage information. 2.3 Recommended Dosage for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer EGFR Exon 19 Deletions or Exon 21 (L858R) Substitution Mutations – CYRAMZA in Combination with Erlotinib The recommended dosage of CYRAMZA is 10 mg/kg every 2 weeks administered by intravenous infusion over 60 minutes. If the first infusion is tolerated, all subsequent CYRAMZA infusions may be administered over 30 minutes. Continue CYRAMZA until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. Refer to the prescribing information for erlotinib for dosage information. Disease Progression On Or After Platinum-based Chemotherapy – CYRAMZA in Combination with Docetaxel The recommended dosage of CYRAMZA is 10 mg/kg administered by intravenous infusion over 60 minutes on Day 1 of a 21-day cycle prior to docetaxel infusion. If the first infusion is tolerated, all subsequent CYRAMZA infusions may be administered over 30 minutes. Continue CYRAMZA until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. Refer to the prescribing information for docetaxel for dosage information. 2.4 Recommended Dosage for Colorectal Cancer The recommended dosage of CYRAMZA is 8 mg/kg every 2 weeks administered by intravenous infusion over 60 minutes prior to FOLFIRI administration. If the first infusion is tolerated, all subsequent CYRAMZA infusions may be administered over 30 minutes. Continue CYRAMZA until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. Refer to the prescribing information for fluorouracil, leucovorin, and irinotecan for dosage information. 2.5 Recommended Dosage for Hepatocellular Carcinoma The recommended dosage of CYRAMZA is 8 mg/kg every 2 weeks administered by intravenous infusion over 60 minutes. If the first infusion is tolerated, all subsequent CYRAMZA infusions may be administered over 30 minutes. Continue CYRAMZA until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. 2.6 Dosage Modifications for Adverse Reactions Reduce dose, withhold dose, or discontinue CYRAMZA to manage adverse reactions as described in Table 1 . Table 1: Dosage Modifications for CYRAMZA Adverse Reaction Severity a Dosage Modification a National Cancer Institute Common Toxicity Criteria for Adverse Events (NCI CTCAE) version 4.0 used to identify adverse reactions Hemorrhage [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Grade 3 or 4 Permanently discontinue CYRAMZA Gastrointestinal Perforation [see Warnings and Pre…
Warnings
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Hemorrhage : CYRAMZA increases the risk of hemorrhage and gastrointestinal hemorrhage, including severe and fatal events. Permanently discontinue CYRAMZA in patients who experience severe bleeding. ( 5.1 ) Gastrointestinal Perforations : CYRAMZA increases the risk of gastrointestinal perforation, which can be fatal. Permanently discontinue CYRAMZA in patients who experience a gastrointestinal perforation. ( 5.2 ) Impaired Wound Healing : Withhold CYRAMZA for 28 days prior to elective surgery. Do not administer CYRAMZA for at least 2 weeks following a major surgical procedure and until adequate wound healing. The safety of resumption of CYRAMZA after resolution of wound healing complications has not been established. ( 5.3 ) Arterial Thromboembolic Events (ATEs) : Serious and sometimes fatal ATEs can occur with CYRAMZA. Permanently discontinue CYRAMZA in patients who experience an ATE. ( 5.4 ) Hypertension : Monitor blood pressure and treat hypertension. Withhold CYRAMZA for severe hypertension. Permanently discontinue CYRAMZA for hypertension that cannot be controlled with antihypertensive therapy and for hypertensive crisis or hypertensive encephalopathy. ( 5.5 ) Infusion-Related Reactions (IRR) : Monitor for signs and symptoms during infusion. Reduce the infusion rate for Grade 1 or 2 IRR and permanently discontinue for Grade 3 or 4 IRR. ( 5.6 ) Worsening of Pre-existing Hepatic Impairment : New onset or worsening encephalopathy, ascites or hepatorenal syndrome can occur in patients with Child-Pugh B or C cirrhosis. ( 5.7 ) Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome : Permanently discontinue CYRAMZA. ( 5.8 ) Proteinuria Including Nephrotic Syndrome : Monitor for proteinuria. Withhold CYRAMZA for urine protein levels greater than or equal to 2 g per 24 hours. Permanently discontinue CYRAMZA for urine protein levels greater than 3 g per 24 hours or nephrotic syndrome. ( 5.9 ) Thyroid Dysfunction : Monitor thyroid function during treatment. ( 5.10 ) Embryo-Fetal Toxicity : Can cause fetal harm. Advise females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus and to use effective contraception. ( 5.11 , 8.1 , 8.3 ) 5.1 Hemorrhage CYRAMZA increased the risk of hemorrhage and gastrointestinal hemorrhage, including Grade ≥3 hemorrhagic events. Across six clinical studies in 2137 patients with various cancers treated with CYRAMZA, the incidence of all Grade hemorrhage ranged from 13-55%. Grade 3-5 hemorrhage incidence ranged from 2-5% [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )] . Patients with gastric cancer receiving nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) were excluded from enrollment in REGARD and RAINBOW; therefore, the risk of gastric hemorrhage in CYRAMZA-treated patients with gastric tumors receiving NSAIDs is unknown. Patients with NSCLC receiving therapeutic anticoagulation or with evidence of major airway invasion by cancer were excluded from REVEL. In addition, patients with NSCLC with a recent history of gross hemoptysis, those receiving chronic therapy with NSAIDs or other anti-platelet therapy other than once daily aspirin, or with radiographic evidence of major blood vessel invasion or intratumor cavitation were excluded from REVEL and RELAY; therefore, the risk of pulmonary hemorrhage in these groups of patients is unknown. Permanently discontinue CYRAMZA in patients who experience severe (Grade 3 or 4) bleeding [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.6 )] . 5.2 Gastrointestinal Perforations CYRAMZA can increase the risk of gastrointestinal perforation, a potentially fatal event. Across six clinical studies in 2137 patients with various cancers treated with CYRAMZA, the incidence of all Grade and Grade 3-5 gastrointestinal perforations ranged from <1-2% [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )] . Permanently discontinue CYRAMZA in patients who experience a gastrointestinal perforation [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.6 )] . 5.3 Impaired Wound Healing Impaired wound healing can occur in patients who…
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None None ( 4 )
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on its mechanism of action [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.1 )] , CYRAMZA can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. There are no available data on CYRAMZA use in pregnant women. Animal models link angiogenesis, VEGF and VEGFR2 to critical aspects of female reproduction, embryo-fetal development, and postnatal development. No animal studies have been conducted to evaluate the effect of ramucirumab on reproduction and fetal development. Advise a pregnant woman of the potential risk to a fetus. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively. Data Animal Data No animal studies have been specifically conducted to evaluate the effect of ramucirumab on reproduction and fetal development. In mice, loss of the VEGFR2 gene resulted in embryo-fetal death and these fetuses lacked organized blood vessels and blood islands in the yolk sac. In other models, VEGFR2 signaling was associated with development and maintenance of endometrial and placental vascular function, successful blastocyst implantation, maternal and feto-placental vascular differentiation, and development during early pregnancy in rodents and non-human primates. Disruption of VEGF signaling has also been associated with developmental anomalies including poor development of the cranial region, forelimbs, forebrain, heart, and blood vessels.
Adverse events
Most frequently reported events (FDA FAERS). Report frequency does not imply causation.
- malignant neoplasm progression800
- death572
- interstitial lung disease294
- neutropenia261
- febrile neutropenia260
- decreased appetite229
- diarrhoea221
- off label use209
- nausea199
- fatigue198
- disease progression193
- hypertension187
- pyrexia186
- neutrophil count decreased177
- ascites172
- neuropathy peripheral171
Adverse reactions (label)
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Hemorrhage [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . Gastrointestinal Perforations [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . Impaired Wound Healing [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] . Arterial Thromboembolic Events [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] . Hypertension [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] . Infusion-Related Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] . Worsening of Pre-existing Hepatic Impairment [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 )] . Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 )] . Proteinuria Including Nephrotic Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.9 )] . Thyroid Dysfunction [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.10 )] . The most common adverse reactions observed in single agent CYRAMZA-treated gastric cancer patients at a rate of ≥10% and ≥2% higher than placebo were hypertension and diarrhea. ( 6.1 ) The most common adverse reactions observed in patients treated with CYRAMZA with paclitaxel at a rate of ≥30% and ≥2% higher than placebo with paclitaxel were fatigue/asthenia, neutropenia, diarrhea, and epistaxis. ( 6.1 ) The most common adverse reactions observed in patients treated with CYRAMZA with erlotinib at a rate of ≥30% and ≥2% higher than placebo with erlotinib were, infections, hypertension, stomatitis, proteinuria, alopecia, and epistaxis. The most common laboratory abnormalities at a rate of ≥30% and ≥2% higher difference in incidence between arms were increased alanine aminotransferase, increased aspartate aminotransferase, anemia, thrombocytopenia, and neutropenia. ( 6.1 ) The most common adverse reactions observed in patients treated with CYRAMZA with docetaxel at a rate of ≥30% and ≥2% higher than placebo with docetaxel were neutropenia, fatigue/asthenia, and stomatitis/mucosal inflammation. ( 6.1 ) The most common adverse reactions observed in patients treated with CYRAMZA with FOLFIRI at a rate of ≥30% and ≥2% higher than placebo with FOLFIRI were diarrhea, neutropenia, decreased appetite, epistaxis, and stomatitis. ( 6.1 ) The most common adverse reactions observed in single agent CYRAMZA-treated HCC patients at a rate of ≥15% and ≥2% higher than placebo were fatigue, peripheral edema, hypertension, abdominal pain, decreased appetite, proteinuria, nausea, and ascites. The most common laboratory abnormalities at a rate of ≥30% and a ≥2% higher difference in incidence between arms were thrombocytopenia, hypoalbuminemia, and hyponatremia. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Eli Lilly and Company at 1-800-LillyRx (1-800-545-5979) or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The data described in the Warnings and Precautions section reflect exposure to CYRAMZA in 2137 patients from six studies: REGARD, RAINBOW, RAISE, REVEL, REACH-2, and RELAY. Gastric Cancer The safety of CYRAMZA was evaluated in REGARD and RAINBOW [see Clinical Studies ( 14.1 )] . Patients in both trials had locally advanced or metastatic gastric cancer (including GEJ adenocarcinoma) and had previously received platinum- or fluoropyrimidine-containing chemotherapy. Patients had Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status (PS) of 0 or 1. Both trials excluded patients with uncontrolled hypertension, major surgery within 28 days, or patients receiving chronic anti-platelet therapy other than once daily aspirin. REGARD excluded patients with bilirubin ≥1.5 mg/dL and RAINBOW excluded patients with bilirubin >1.5 times the upper limit of normal (ULN). CYRAMZA Administered as a Single Agent (REGARD) Patients received either CYRAMZA 8 mg/kg or placebo intra…
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