KISQALI FEMARA CO-PACK
letrozole and ribociclib · KIT · Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
KISQALI FEMARA CO-PACK is a kit containing letrozole and ribociclib. Manufactured by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation.
Key Facts
- Brand Name
- KISQALI FEMARA CO-PACK
- Generic Name
- letrozole and ribociclib
- NDC Code (Product)
0078-0916- Manufacturer
- Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
- Dosage Form
- KIT
- Marketing Status
- Application #
- NDA209935
- Marketing Start
- 05/04/2017
Recall History
No Recall HistorySide Effects Reported to FDA
FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects
Full Prescribing Information
Indications & Usage
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE KISQALI FEMARA CO-PACK, a co-packaged product containing ribociclib, a kinase inhibitor, and letrozole, an aromatase inhibitor, is indicated: for the adjuvant treatment of adults with hormone receptor (HR)-positive, human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)-negative stage II and III early breast cancer at high risk of recurrence. ( 1 ) as initial endocrine-based therapy for the treatment of adults with HR-positive, HER2-negative advanced or metastatic breast cancer therapy. ( 1 ) 1.1 Early Breast Cancer KISQALI ® FEMARA ® CO-PACK is indicated for the adjuvant treatment of adults with hormone receptor (HR)-positive, human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)-negative stage II and III early breast cancer at high risk of recurrence. 1.2 Advanced or Metastatic Breast Cancer KISQALI ® FEMARA ® CO-PACK indicated as initial endocrine-based therapy for the treatment of adults with hormone receptor (HR)-positive, human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)-negative advanced or metastatic breast cancer.
Dosage & Administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION KISQALI FEMARA CO-PACK tablets are taken in combination orally with or without food. ( 2 ) Early Breast Cancer KISQALI recommended starting dose: 400 mg orally (two 200 mg tablets) taken once daily for 21 consecutive days followed by 7 days off KISQALI treatment. ( 2.1 ) Advanced or Metastatic Breast Cancer KISQALI recommended starting dose: 600 mg orally (three 200 mg tablets) taken once daily for 21 consecutive days followed by 7 days off KISQALI treatment. ( 2.1 ) KISQALI dose interruption, reduction, and/or discontinuation may be required based on individual safety and tolerability. ( 2.2 ) FEMARA: 2.5 mg (one tablet) continuously for a 28-day cycle. ( 2.1 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosage Important Administration Instructions The KISQALI FEMARA CO-PACK is comprised of ribociclib tablets co-packaged with letrozole tablets, to provide a 28-day treatment regimen. KISQALI FEMARA CO-PACK can be taken with or without food [ see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. Pre/perimenopausal women, or men, treated with KISQALI FEMARA CO-PACK should be treated with a luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone (LHRH) agonist according to current clinical practice standards. Patients s…
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Known hypersensitivity to the active substance (letrozole), or to any of the excipients of FEMARA. Refer to FEMARA Prescribing Information. Known hypersensitivity to letrozole, or to any excipients of FEMARA. ( 4 )
Drug Interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Ribociclib CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Avoid concomitant use of KISQALI FEMARA CO-PACK with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If strong inhibitors cannot be avoided, reduce KISQALI dose. ( 2.2, 7.1 ) CYP3A4 Inducers: Avoid concomitant use of KISQALI FEMARA CO-PACK with strong CYP3A inducers. ( 7.2 ) CYP3A Substrates: The dose of CYP3A substrates with narrow therapeutic indices may need to be reduced when given concurrently with KISQALI FEMARA CO-PACK. ( 7.3 ) Drugs Known to Prolong QT Interval: Avoid concomitant use of drugs known to prolong QT interval, such as anti-arrhythmic medicines. ( 7.4 ) 7.1 Drugs That May Increase Ribociclib Plasma Concentrations CYP3A4 Inhibitors Coadministration of a strong CYP3A4 inhibitors increases ribociclib exposure [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] . Increased ribociclib concentrations may increase the incidence and severity of adverse reactions, including QTcF prolongation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)] . Avoid concomitant use of strong CYP3A inhibitors with KISQALI and consider alternative concomitant medications with less potential for CYP3A inhibition. In patients with early breast cancer, if coadministration of KISQALI with a strong …
Adverse Reactions
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling: Interstitial Lung Disease/Pneumonitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] QT Interval Prolongation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)] Hepatobiliary Toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)] Neutropenia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)] In patients with early breast cancer, the most common (incidence ≥ 20%) adverse reactions, including laboratory abnormalities, are lymphocytes decreased, leukocytes decreased, neutrophils decreased, hemoglobin decreased, alanine aminotransferase increased, aspartate aminotransferase increased, infections, creatinine increased, platelets decreased, headache, nausea, and fatigue. ( 6 ) In patients with advanced or metastatic breast cancer, the most common (incidence ≥ 20%) adverse reactions, including laboratory abnormalities, are leukocytes decreased, neutrophils decreased, hemoglobin decreased, lymphocytes decreased, alanine aminotransferase increased, aspartate aminotransferase increased, infections, nausea, fatigue, platelets decreased, diarrhea, head…
Frequently Asked Questions
What is KISQALI FEMARA CO-PACK used for?
KISQALI FEMARA CO-PACK contains letrozole and ribociclib. It is a kit taken as directed. Consult your doctor for specific uses.
Is KISQALI FEMARA CO-PACK a controlled substance?
KISQALI FEMARA CO-PACK is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.
What is the generic name for KISQALI FEMARA CO-PACK?
The generic name for KISQALI FEMARA CO-PACK is letrozole and ribociclib. There are no other listed brand versions of letrozole and ribociclib.
What is the NDC code for KISQALI FEMARA CO-PACK ?
The NDC (National Drug Code) for KISQALI FEMARA CO-PACK is 0078-0916, listed by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation.
Other KISQALI FEMARA CO-PACK Dosages
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