KADCYLA 20 mg/mL
ADO-TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINE · INJECTION, POWDER, LYOPHILIZED, FOR SOLUTION · Genentech, Inc.
KADCYLA is a injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution containing ado-trastuzumab emtansine at 20 mg/mL, taken intravenous. Manufactured by Genentech, Inc..
Key Facts
- Brand Name
- KADCYLA
- Generic Name
- ADO-TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINE
- NDC Code (Product)
50242-088- Manufacturer
- Genentech, Inc.
- Strength
- 20 mg/mL
- Dosage Form
- INJECTION, POWDER, LYOPHILIZED, FOR SOLUTION
- Route
- INTRAVENOUS
- Marketing Status
- Application #
- BLA125427
- Marketing Start
- 02/22/2013
Recall History
No Recall HistoryFull Prescribing Information
Indications & Usage
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE KADCYLA is a HER2-targeted antibody and microtubule inhibitor conjugate indicated, as a single agent, for: the treatment of patients with HER2-positive, metastatic breast cancer who previously received trastuzumab and a taxane, separately or in combination. Patients should have either: received prior therapy for metastatic disease, or developed disease recurrence during or within six months of completing adjuvant therapy. ( 1.1 ) the adjuvant treatment of patients with HER2-positive early breast cancer who have residual invasive disease after neoadjuvant taxane and trastuzumab-based treatment. ( 1.2 ) Select patients for therapy based on an FDA-authorized test for KADCYLA [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ] 1.1 Metastatic Breast Cancer (MBC) KADCYLA ® , as a single agent, is indicated for the treatment of patients with HER2-positive, metastatic breast cancer who previously received trastuzumab and a taxane, separately or in combination. Patients should have either: Received prior therapy for metastatic disease, or Developed disease recurrence during or within six months of completing adjuvant therapy. Select patients for therapy based on an FDA-authorized…
Dosage & Administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Do not substitute KADCYLA for or with trastuzumab. HER2 Testing: Perform using FDA-authorized tests by laboratories with demonstrated proficiency. ( 2.1 ) For intravenous infusion only . Do not administer as an intravenous push or bolus. Do not use Dextrose (5%) solution. ( 2.4 ) The recommended dose of KADCYLA is 3.6 mg/kg given as an intravenous infusion every 3 weeks (21-day cycle) until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity, or a total of 14 cycles for patients with EBC. Do not administer KADCYLA at doses greater than 3.6 mg/kg. ( 2.2 ) Management of adverse reactions (infusion-related reactions, hepatotoxicity, left ventricular cardiac dysfunction, thrombocytopenia, pulmonary toxicity or peripheral neuropathy) may require temporary interruption, dose reduction, or treatment discontinuation of KADCYLA. ( 2.3 ) 2.1 Patient Selection Select patients based on HER2 protein overexpression or HER2 gene amplification in tumor specimens [see Indications and Usage (1) , Clinical Studies (14) ]. Assessment of HER2 protein overexpression and/or HER2 gene amplification should be performed using FDA-authorized tests specific for breast cancers by laborator…
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. ( 4 )
Drug Interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS No formal drug-drug interaction studies with KADCYLA have been conducted. In vitro studies indicate that DM1, the cytotoxic component of KADCYLA, is metabolized mainly by CYP3A4 and to a lesser extent by CYP3A5. Concomitant use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, clarithromycin, atazanavir, indinavir, nefazodone, nelfinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir, telithromycin, and voriconazole) with KADCYLA should be avoided due to the potential for an increase in DM1 exposure and toxicity. Consider an alternate medication with no or minimal potential to inhibit CYP3A4. If concomitant use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors is unavoidable, consider delaying KADCYLA treatment until the strong CYP3A4 inhibitors have cleared from the circulation (approximately 3 elimination half-lives of the inhibitors) when possible. If a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor is coadministered and KADCYLA treatment cannot be delayed, patients should be closely monitored for adverse reactions.
Adverse Reactions
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the label: Hepatotoxicity [See Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Left Ventricular Dysfunction [See Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Embryo-Fetal Toxicity [See Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Pulmonary Toxicity [See Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Infusion-Related Reactions, Hypersensitivity Reactions [See Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Hemorrhage [See Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Thrombocytopenia [See Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] Neurotoxicity [See Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] Metastatic Breast Cancer The most common adverse reactions (≥ 25%) with KADCYLA were fatigue, nausea, musculoskeletal pain, hemorrhage, thrombocytopenia, headache, increased transaminases, constipation and epistaxis. ( 6.1 ) Early Breast Cancer The most common adverse reactions (≥ 25%) with KADCYLA were fatigue, nausea, increased transaminases, musculoskeletal pain, hemorrhage, thrombocytopenia, headache, peripheral neuropathy, and arthralgia. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Genentech at 1-888-835-2555 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Exper…
Frequently Asked Questions
What is KADCYLA used for?
KADCYLA contains ADO-TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINE. It is a injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution taken intravenous. Consult your doctor for specific uses.
Is KADCYLA a controlled substance?
KADCYLA is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.
What is the generic name for KADCYLA?
The generic name for KADCYLA is ADO-TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINE. There are no other listed brand versions of ADO-TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINE.
What is the NDC code for KADCYLA 20 mg/mL?
The NDC (National Drug Code) for KADCYLA 20 mg/mL is 50242-088, listed by Genentech, Inc..
Other KADCYLA Dosages
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