POLIVY 30 mg/1.88mL
polatuzumab vedotin · INJECTION, POWDER, LYOPHILIZED, FOR SOLUTION · Genentech, Inc.
POLIVY is a injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution containing polatuzumab vedotin at 30 mg/1.88mL, taken intravenous. Manufactured by Genentech, Inc..
Key Facts
- Brand Name
- POLIVY
- Generic Name
- polatuzumab vedotin
- NDC Code (Product)
50242-103- Manufacturer
- Genentech, Inc.
- Strength
- 30 mg/1.88mL
- Dosage Form
- INJECTION, POWDER, LYOPHILIZED, FOR SOLUTION
- Route
- INTRAVENOUS
- Marketing Status
- Application #
- BLA761121
- Marketing Start
- 06/10/2019
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 POLIVY is a CD79b-directed antibody and microtubule inhibitor conjugate indicated: in combination with a rituximab product, cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin, and prednisone (R-CHP) for the treatment of adult patients who have previously untreated diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL), not otherwise specified (NOS) or high-grade B-cell lymphoma (HGBL) and who have an International Prognostic Index score of 2 or greater. ( 1.1 ) in combination with bendamustine and a rituximab product for the treatment of adult patients with relapsed or refractory DLBCL, NOS, after at least two prior therapies. ( 1.2 ) 1.1 Previously Untreated DLBCL, NOS or HGBL POLIVY in combination with a rituximab product, cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin, and prednisone (R-CHP) is indicated for the treatment of adult patients who have previously untreated diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL), not otherwise specified (NOS) or high-grade B-cell lymphoma (HGBL) and who have an International Prognostic Index score of 2 or greater. 1.2 Relapsed or Refractory DLBCL, NOS POLIVY in combination with bendamustine and a rituximab product is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with relapsed or re…
Dosage & Administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The recommended dose of POLIVY is 1.8 mg/kg as an intravenous infusion every 21 days for 6 cycles. ( 2 ) Administer the initial POLIVY dose over 90 minutes. Subsequent infusions may be administered over 30 minutes if the previous infusion is tolerated. ( 2 ) Premedicate with an antihistamine and antipyretic before POLIVY. ( 2 ) See Full Prescribing Information for instructions on preparation and administration. ( 2.4 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosage Patients with Previously Untreated DLBCL, NOS or HGBL The recommended dosage of POLIVY is 1.8 mg/kg administered as an intravenous infusion every 21 days for 6 cycles in combination with a rituximab product, cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin, and prednisone [see Clinical Studies (14.1) ] . Administer POLIVY, cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin, and a rituximab product in any order on Day 1 after the administration of prednisone. Prednisone is administered on Days 1–5 of each cycle. Patients with Relapsed or Refractory DLBCL, NOS The recommended dosage of POLIVY is 1.8 mg/kg administered as an intravenous infusion every 21 days for 6 cycles in combination with bendamustine and a rituximab product. Administer POLIVY, bendamustin…
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. ( 4 )
Drug Interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Concomitant use of strong CYP3A inhibitors or inducers has the potential to affect the exposure to unconjugated monomethyl auristatin E (MMAE). ( 7.1 ) 7.1 Effects of Other Drugs on POLIVY Strong CYP3A Inhibitors Concomitant use with a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor may increase unconjugated MMAE AUC [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] , which may increase POLIVY toxicities. Monitor patients for signs of toxicity. Strong CYP3A Inducers Concomitant use with a strong CYP3A4 inducer may decrease unconjugated MMAE AUC [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] .
Adverse Reactions
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the label: Peripheral Neuropathy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Infusion-Related Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Myelosuppression [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Serious and Opportunistic Infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Tumor Lysis Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] Infusion Site Extravasation Injury [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] The most common adverse reactions (≥20%) in patients with large B-cell lymphoma treated with POLIVY in combination with R-CHP, excluding laboratory abnormalities, are peripheral neuropathy, nausea, fatigue, diarrhea, constipation, alopecia, and mucositis. Grade 3 to 4 laboratory abnormalities (≥10%) are lymphopenia, neutropenia, hyperuricemia, and anemia. ( 6.1 ) The most common adverse reaction (≥20%) in patients with relapsed or refractory DLBCL treated with POLIVY in combination with BR are neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, anemia, pe…
Frequently Asked Questions
What is POLIVY used for?
POLIVY contains polatuzumab vedotin. It is a injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution taken intravenous. Consult your doctor for specific uses.
Is POLIVY a controlled substance?
POLIVY is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.
What is the generic name for POLIVY?
The generic name for POLIVY is polatuzumab vedotin. There are no other listed brand versions of polatuzumab vedotin.
What is the NDC code for POLIVY 30 mg/1.88mL?
The NDC (National Drug Code) for POLIVY 30 mg/1.88mL is 50242-103, listed by Genentech, Inc..
Other POLIVY Dosages
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