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ZYKADIA

RxNorm 2121059· CERITINIB· ORAL

Kinase Inhibitor [EPC] · Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation

Indications and usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ZYKADIA ® is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose tumors are anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK)-positive as detected by an FDA-approved test [see Dosage and Administration (2.1)] . ZYKADIA is a kinase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of adults with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose tumors are anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK)-positive as detected by an FDA-approved test. ( 1 , 2.1 )

Dosage and administration

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Recommended Dosage: 450 mg orally once daily with food. ( 2.2 ) 2.1 Patient Selection Select patients for treatment of metastatic NSCLC with ZYKADIA based on the presence of ALK positivity in tumor specimens [see Clinical Studies (14.1)] . Information on FDA-approved tests for the detection of ALK rearrangements in NSCLC is available at: http://www.fda.gov/CompanionDiagnostics. 2. 2 Recommended Dosage The recommended dosage of ZYKADIA is 450 mg orally once daily with food until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] . If a dose of ZYKADIA is missed, make up that dose unless the next dose is due within 12 hours. If vomiting occurs during the course of treatment, do not administer an additional dose and continue with the next scheduled dose of ZYKADIA. 2. 3 Dosage Modifications for Adverse Reactions Table 1: Recommended ZYKADIA Dose Reductions Dose Reduction Recommended Dosage First-dose reduction 300 mg taken orally once daily with food Second-dose reduction 150 mg taken orally once daily with food Discontinue ZYKADIA for patients unable to tolerate 150 mg taken orally once daily with food. Dosage modifications for selected adverse reactions of ZYKADIA are provided in Table 2. If dose reduction is required due to an adverse reaction not listed in Table 2, then reduce the daily dose of ZYKADIA by 150 mg. Table 2: Recommended ZYKADIA Dosage Modifications for Adverse Reactions Adverse Reaction ZYKADIA Dose Modification Gastrointestinal Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] Severe or intolerable nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea despite optimal antiemetic or anti-diarrheal therapy Withhold until improved, then resume ZYKADIA at the next lower dosage. Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] ALT or AST elevation greater than 5 times ULN with total bilirubin elevation less than or equal to 2 times ULN Withhold until recovery to baseline or less than or equal to 3 times ULN, then resume ZYKADIA at the next lower dosage. ALT or AST elevation greater than 3 times ULN with total bilirubin elevation greater than 2 times ULN in the absence of cholestasis or hemolysis Permanently discontinue ZYKADIA. Interstitial Lung Disease/Pneumonitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)] Any Grade treatment-related ILD/pneumonitis Permanently discontinue ZYKADIA. QT Interval Prolongation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)] QTc interval greater than 500 msec on at least 2 separate ECGs Withhold until QTc interval is less than 481 msec or recovery to baseline if baseline QTc is greater than or equal to 481 msec, then resume ZYKADIA at the next lower dosage. QTc interval prolongation in combination with torsades de pointes or polymorphic ventricular tachycardia or signs/symptoms of serious arrhythmia Permanently discontinue ZYKADIA. Hyperglycemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)] Persistent hyperglycemia greater than 250 mg/dL despite optimal anti-hyperglycemic therapy Withhold until hyperglycemia is adequately controlled, then resume ZYKADIA at the next lower dosage. If adequate hyperglycemic control cannot be achieved with optimal medical management, discontinue ZYKADIA. Bradycardia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6)] Symptomatic bradycardia that is not life-threatening Withhold until recovery to asymptomatic bradycardia or to a heart rate of 60 bpm or above, evaluate concomitant medications known to cause bradycardia. If bradycardia cannot be attributed to another drug, resume ZYKADIA at the next lower dosage. Clinically significant bradycardia requiring intervention or life-threatening bradycardia in patients taking a concomitant medication also known to cause bradycardia or a medication known to cause hypotension Withhold until recovery to asymptomatic bradycardia or to a heart rate of 60 bpm or above. If the concomitant medication can be adjusted or discontinued, resume ZYKADIA at the next lower dosage with frequent monitoring. Life-threatening bradycardi…

Warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Gastrointestinal Adverse Reactions : ZYKADIA can cause gastrointestinal adverse reactions. If severe or intolerable, withhold if not responsive to antiemetics or antidiarrheals; upon improvement, resume ZYKADIA at a reduced dose. ( 2.3 , 5.1 ) Hepatotoxicity : ZYKADIA can cause hepatotoxicity. Monitor liver laboratory tests at least monthly. Withhold then dose reduce, or permanently discontinue ZYKADIA. ( 2.3 , 5.2 ) Interstitial Lung Disease/Pneumonitis : Occurred in 2.4% of patients. Permanently discontinue ZYKADIA in patients diagnosed with treatment-related interstitial lung disease (ILD)/pneumonitis. ( 2.3 , 5.3 ) QT Interval Prolongation : ZYKADIA can cause QTc interval prolongation. Monitor electrocardiograms and electrolytes in patients with congestive heart failure, bradyarrhythmias, electrolyte abnormalities, or those who are taking medications that are known to prolong the QTc interval. Withhold then dose reduce, or permanently discontinue ZYKADIA. ( 2.3 , 5.4 ) Hyperglycemia : ZYKADIA can cause hyperglycemia. Monitor fasting glucose prior to treatment and periodically thereafter. Initiate or optimize anti-hyperglycemic medications as indicated. Withhold, then dose reduce, or permanently discontinue ZYKADIA. ( 2.3 , 5.5 ) Bradycardia : ZYKADIA can cause bradycardia. Monitor heart rate and blood pressure regularly. Withhold, then dose reduce, or permanently discontinue ZYKADIA. ( 2.3 , 5.6 ) Pancreatitis : Elevations of lipase and/or amylase and pancreatitis can occur. Monitor lipase and amylase prior to treatment and periodically thereafter as clinically indicated. Withhold, then dose reduce ZYKADIA. ( 2.3 , 5.7 ) Embryo-Fetal Toxicity : ZYKADIA can cause fetal harm. Advise females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus and to use effective contraception. ( 5.8 , 8.1 , 8.3 ) 5.1 Gastrointestinal Adverse Reactions Severe gastrointestinal adverse reactions occurred in patients treated with ZYKADIA 750 mg under fasted conditions [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] . Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain occurred in 95% of 925 patients, including severe cases (Grade 3 or 4) in 14% of patients treated with ZYKADIA across clinical studies. Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain leading to dose interruptions or reductions occurred in 36% of patients and leading to treatment discontinuation occurred in 1.6% of patients. The incidence and severity of gastrointestinal adverse reactions were reduced for patients treated with ZYKADIA 450 mg with food in a dose optimization study (ASCEND-8). Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain occurred in 79% of 108 patients treated with ZYKADIA at the recommended dose of 450 mg with food. Of these, 53% were Grade 1 events and 24% were Grade 2 events. One patient (0.9%) experienced Grade 3 diarrhea, and one patient (0.9%) experienced Grade 3 vomiting. One patient (0.9%) required dose adjustment due to vomiting. Eleven (10%) patients had diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain that required at least one dose interruption. Monitor and manage patients using standard of care, including antidiarrheals, antiemetics, or fluid replacement, as indicated. Withhold ZYKADIA if gastrointestinal adverse reaction is severe or intolerable and is not responsive to antiemetics or antidiarrheals. Upon improvement, resume ZYKADIA at a reduced dose [see Dosage and Administration (2.3)] . 5.2 Hepatotoxicity Drug-induced hepatotoxicity occurred in patients treated with ZYKADIA [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] . Elevations in alanine aminotransferase (ALT) > 5 times the upper limit of normal (ULN) occurred in 28% and elevations in aspartate aminotransferase (AST) > 5 times ULN occurred in 16% of 925 patients across clinical studies. Concurrent elevations in ALT > 3 times the ULN and total bilirubin > 2 times the ULN, with alkaline phosphatase < 2 times the ULN occurred in 0.3% of patients across clinical studies. Approximately 1% of patients required …

Contraindications

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. ( 4 )

Drug interactions

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS CYP3A Inhibitors and Inducers : Avoid concurrent use of ZYKADIA with strong CYP3A inhibitors or inducers. If concurrent use of a strong CYP3A inhibitor is unavoidable, dose reduce ZYKADIA. ( 2.4 , 7.1 ) CYP3A Substrates : Avoid coadministration of ZYKADIA with sensitive CYP3A substrates. ( 7.2 ) CYP2C9 Substrates : Avoid coadministration of ZYKADIA with CYP2C9 substrates for which minimal concentration changes may lead to serious toxicities. ( 7.2 ) 7.1 Effect of Other Drugs on ZYKADIA Strong CYP3A Inhibitors A strong CYP3A4/P-gp inhibitor (ketoconazole) increased the systemic exposure of ceritinib [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] , which may increase the incidence and severity of adverse reactions of ZYKADIA. Avoid concurrent use of strong CYP3A inhibitors during treatment with ZYKADIA. If concurrent use of strong CYP3A inhibitors is unavoidable, reduce the ZYKADIA dose [see Dosage and Administration (2.4)] . Do not consume grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they may inhibit CYP3A. Strong CYP3A Inducers A strong CYP3A4/P-gp inducer (rifampin) decreased the systemic exposure of ceritinib [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] , which may decrease the efficacy of ZYKADIA. Avoid concurrent use of strong CYP3A inducers during treatment with ZYKADIA. 7.2 Effect of ZYKADIA on Other Drugs CYP3A Substrates Ceritinib increased the systemic exposure of a sensitive CYP3A substrate (midazolam) [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] . Avoid coadministration of ZYKADIA with sensitive CYP3A substrates. If concomitant use is unavoidable, consider dose reduction of the sensitive CYP3A substrate(s). If ZYKADIA is coadministered with other CYP3A substrates, refer to the CYP3A substrate labeling for dosage recommendation with strong CYP3A inhibitors. CYP2C9 Substrates Ceritinib increased the systemic exposure of a CYP2C9 substrate (warfarin) [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] . Increase the frequency of INR monitoring if coadministration with warfarin is unavoidable as the anti-coagulant effect of warfarin may be enhanced. Avoid coadministration of ZYKADIA with CYP2C9 substrates for which minimal concentration changes may lead to serious toxicities. If concomitant use of such CYP2C9 substrates is unavoidable, consider dose reduction for the coadministered CYP2C9 substrates. 7.3 Drugs That Prolong QT Interval ZYKADIA causes concentration-dependent increases in the QTc interval. When possible, avoid coadministration of ZYKADIA with other products with a known potential to prolong the QTc interval [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4), Clinical Pharmacology (12.2)] . 7.4 Drugs That Cause Bradycardia ZYKADIA can cause bradycardia. When possible, avoid coadministration of ZYKADIA with other products known to cause bradycardia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6), Clinical Pharmacology (12.2)] .

Pregnancy

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on animal studies and its mechanism of action [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1)] , ZYKADIA can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. The limited available data on the use of ZYKADIA in pregnant women are insufficient to inform a risk. Administration of ceritinib to rats and rabbits during the period of organogenesis at maternal plasma exposures below the recommended human dose caused increases in skeletal anomalies in rats and rabbits ( see Data ). 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 are 2% to 4% and 15% to 20%, respectively. Data Animal Data In an embryo-fetal development study in which pregnant rats were administered daily doses of ceritinib during organogenesis, dose-related skeletal anomalies were observed at doses as low as 50 mg/kg (less than 0.5-fold the human exposure by AUC at the recommended dose). Findings included delayed ossifications and skeletal variations. In pregnant rabbits administered ceritinib daily during organogenesis, dose-related skeletal anomalies, including incomplete ossification, were observed at doses equal to or > 2 mg/kg/day (approximately 0.015-fold the human exposure by AUC at the recommended dose). A low incidence of visceral anomalies, including absent or malpositioned gallbladder and retroesophageal subclavian cardiac artery, was observed at doses equal to or > 10 mg/kg/day (approximately 0.13-fold the human exposure by AUC at the recommended dose). Maternal toxicity and abortion occurred in rabbits at doses of 35 mg/kg or greater. In addition, embryolethality was observed in rabbits at a dose of 50 mg/kg.

Adverse events

Most frequently reported events (FDA FAERS). Report frequency does not imply causation.

  • malignant neoplasm progression426
  • diarrhoea424
  • nausea340
  • death279
  • vomiting223
  • metastases to central nervous system172
  • fatigue133
  • non-small cell lung cancer129
  • decreased appetite117
  • disease progression111
  • dyspnoea100
  • abdominal pain98
  • asthenia90
  • non-small cell lung cancer stage iv90
  • drug ineffective84
  • pyrexia69

Adverse reactions (label)

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Gastrointestinal Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] Interstitial Lung Disease/Pneumonitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)] QT Interval Prolongation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)] Hyperglycemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)] Bradycardia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6)] Pancreatitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7)] The most common adverse reactions (incidence of ≥ 25%) in patients treated with ZYKADIA 450 mg with food are diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, and fatigue; and with ZYKADIA 750 mg under fasted conditions are diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, abdominal pain, decreased appetite, and weight loss. ( 6 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation at 1-888-669-6682 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 in the Warnings and Precautions section reflect exposure to ZYKADIA 750 mg once daily under fasted conditions in 925 patients with ALK-positive NSCLC across seven clinical studies, including ASCEND-4 and ASCEND-1, described below, a randomized active-controlled study, two single arm studies, and two dose-escalation studies. The majority of patients enrolled in these studies had received prior treatment with chemotherapy and/or crizotinib for NSCLC. Among these 925 patients, the most common adverse reactions (≥ 25% incidence) were diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, abdominal pain, decreased appetite, and weight loss. Approximately 45% of patients initiating treatment with ZYKADIA 750 mg under fasted conditions had an adverse reaction that required at least one dose reduction and 66% of patients had an adverse reaction that required at least one dose interruption. The median time to first dose reduction due to any reason was 7 weeks. Dose Optimization Study: Dosing Regimen of 450 mg Daily With Food In ASCEND-8, a dose optimization study, ZYKADIA 450 mg daily with food (N = 108) was compared to 750 mg daily under fasted conditions (N = 110) in both previously treated and untreated patients with ALK-positive NSCLC. The overall safety profile of ZYKADIA 450 mg with food was consistent with ZYKADIA 750 mg fasted, except for a reduction in gastrointestinal adverse reactions, while achieving comparable steady-state exposure [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] . The most common adverse reactions (≥ 25% incidence) in the 450 mg with food arm were diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, and fatigue. The incidence and severity of gastrointestinal adverse reactions (diarrhea 59%, nausea 43%, and vomiting 38%) were reduced for patients treated with ZYKADIA 450 mg with food; Grade ≥ 3 adverse reactions were reported in two patients (1.9%): Grade 3 diarrhea and Grade 3 vomiting in one patient each [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] . In patients treated with ZYKADIA 450 mg with food, 24% of patients had an adverse reaction that required at least one dose reduction and 56% of patients had an adverse reaction that required at least one dose interruption. The median time to first dose reduction due to any reason was 8 weeks. Previously Untreated ALK-Positive Metastatic NSCLC The safety of ZYKADIA was evaluated in ASCEND-4, an open-label, randomized, active-controlled multicenter study of 376 previously untreated ALK-positive NSCLC patients [see Clinical Studies (14.1)] . Patients received ZYKADIA 750 mg daily (N = 189) under fasted conditions or chemotherapy and maintenance chemotherapy (N = 187). Chemotherapy regimens were pemetrexed (500 mg/m 2 ) and investigator’s…