Vectibix 100 mg/5mL
panitumumab · SOLUTION · Amgen, Inc
Vectibix is a solution containing panitumumab at 100 mg/5mL, taken intravenous. Manufactured by Amgen, Inc.
Key Facts
- Brand Name
- Vectibix
- Generic Name
- panitumumab
- NDC Code (Product)
55513-954- Manufacturer
- Amgen, Inc
- Strength
- 100 mg/5mL
- Dosage Form
- SOLUTION
- Route
- INTRAVENOUS
- Marketing Status
- Application #
- BLA125147
- Drug Class
- Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Antagonist [EPC]
- Marketing Start
- 10/10/2006
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 Vectibix is an epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) antagonist indicated for the treatment of: Adult patients with wild-type RAS (defined as wild-type in both KRAS and NRAS as determined by an FDA-approved test) Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (mCRC)*: In combination with FOLFOX for first-line treatment. ( 1 , 14.2 ) As monotherapy following disease progression after prior treatment with fluoropyrimidine, oxaliplatin, and irinotecan-containing chemotherapy. ( 1 , 14.1 ) KRAS G12C-mutated Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (mCRC)* In combination with sotorasib, for the treatment of adult patients with KRAS G12C- mutated mCRC, as determined by an FDA-approved test, who have received prior treatment with fluoropyrimidine-, oxaliplatin-, and irinotecan-based chemotherapy. ( 1 ) *Limitations of Use: Vectibix is not indicated for the treatment of patients with RAS -mutant mCRC unless used in combination with sotorasib in KRAS G12C-mutated mCRC. Vectibix is not indicated for the treatment of patients with mCRC for whom RAS mutation status is unknown ( 1 , 2.1 , 5.2 , 12.1 , 14.3 ). Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (mCRC) RAS Wild-Type mCRC Vectibix is indicated for the treat…
Dosage & Administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION RAS Wild-Type mCRC: Administer 6 mg/kg every 14 days as an intravenous infusion over 60 minutes (≤ 1000 mg) or 90 minutes (> 1000 mg). ( 2 ) KRAS G12C -mutated mCRC: Administer 6 mg/kg every 14 days as an intravenous infusion over 60 minutes (≤ 1000 mg) or 90 minutes (> 1000 mg) in combination with sotorasib. ( 2 ) 2.1 Patient Selection RAS Wild-Type mCRC Prior to initiation of treatment with Vectibix as monotherapy, assess RAS mutational status in colorectal tumors and confirm the absence of a RAS mutation in exon 2 (codons 12 and 13), exon 3 (codons 59 and 61), and exon 4 (codons 117 and 146) of both KRAS and NRAS . KRAS G12C-mutated mCRC Prior to initiation of treatment with Vectibix in combination with sotorasib, confirm the presence of the KRAS G12C mutation using an FDA-approved test. Information on FDA-approved tests for the detection of RAS mutations in patients with mCRC is available at: http://www.fda.gov/CompanionDiagnostics. 2.2 Recommended Dosage RAS Wild-Type mCRC The recommended dosage of Vectibix is 6 mg/kg, administered as an intravenous infusion every 14 days until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity [see Dosage and Administrat…
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None
Adverse Reactions
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the label: Dermatologic and Soft Tissue Toxicity [see Boxed Warning , Dosage and Administration (2.3) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Increased Tumor Progression, Increased Mortality, or Lack of Benefit in Patients with RAS -Mutant mCRC Receiving Vectibix Monotherapy or in Combination with Oxaliplatin-based Chemotherapy [see Indications and Usage (1) and Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Electrolyte Depletion/Monitoring [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Infusion Reactions [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) and Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Acute Renal Failure [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Pulmonary Fibrosis/Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Photosensitivity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] Ocular Toxicities [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] Increased Mortality and Toxicity with Vectibix in combination with Bevacizumab and Chemotherapy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ] Most common adverse reactions (≥ 20%) of Vectibix as monotherapy are skin rash with variable presentations, paronychia, fatigue, nausea, and dia…
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vectibix used for?
Vectibix contains panitumumab. It is a solution taken intravenous. Consult your doctor for specific uses.
Is Vectibix a controlled substance?
Vectibix is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.
What is the generic name for Vectibix?
The generic name for Vectibix is panitumumab. There are no other listed brand versions of panitumumab.
What is the NDC code for Vectibix 100 mg/5mL?
The NDC (National Drug Code) for Vectibix 100 mg/5mL is 55513-954, listed by Amgen, Inc.
Other Vectibix Dosages
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