VITRAKVI 100 mg/1
LAROTRECTINIB · CAPSULE · Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
VITRAKVI is a capsule containing larotrectinib at 100 mg/1, taken oral. Manufactured by Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc..
Key Facts
- Brand Name
- VITRAKVI
- Generic Name
- LAROTRECTINIB
- NDC Code (Product)
50419-391- Manufacturer
- Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
- Strength
- 100 mg/1
- Dosage Form
- CAPSULE
- Route
- ORAL
- Marketing Status
- Application #
- NDA210861
- Drug Class
- Kinase Inhibitor [EPC]
- Marketing Start
- 07/26/2019
Recall History
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: microbial contamination identified as Penicillium brevicompactum observed during routine ongoing stability testing
Side Effects Reported to FDA
FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects
Full Prescribing Information
Indications & Usage
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE VITRAKVI is indicated for the treatment of adult and pediatric patients with solid tumors that: have a neurotrophic receptor tyrosine kinase ( NTRK ) gene fusion without a known acquired resistance mutation, are metastatic or where surgical resection is likely to result in severe morbidity, and have no satisfactory alternative treatments or that have progressed following treatment. Select patients for therapy based on an FDA-approved test [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ]. VITRAKVI is a kinase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of adult and pediatric patients with solid tumors that: have a neurotrophic receptor tyrosine kinase ( NTRK ) gene fusion without a known acquired resistance mutation, are metastatic or where surgical resection is likely to result in severe morbidity, and have no satisfactory alternative treatments or that have progressed following treatment. Select patients for therapy based on an FDA-approved test. ( 1 , 2.1 )
Dosage & Administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Select patients for treatment with VITRAKVI based on the presence of a NTRK gene fusion ( 2.1 , 14 ). Recommended Dosage in Adult and Pediatric Patients with Body Surface Area of 1 Meter-Squared or greater: 100 mg orally twice daily ( 2.2 ) Recommended Dosage in Pediatric Patients with Body Surface Area of Less Than 1 Meter-Squared: 100 mg/m 2 orally twice daily ( 2.2 ) 2.1 Patient Selection Select patients for treatment with VITRAKVI based on the presence of a NTRK gene fusion in tumor specimens [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . In patients with secretory breast cancer, mammary analogue secretory cancer (MASC), congenital mesoblastic nephroma (CMN), or infantile fibrosarcoma, consider treatment without confirmation of NTRK rearrangements in tumor specimens. Information on FDA-approved tests is available at http://www.fda.gov/companiondiagnostics. 2.2 Recommended Dosage Recommended Dosage in Adult and Pediatric Patients with Body Surface Area of 1 Meter-Squared or greater The recommended dosage of VITRAKVI is 100 mg orally twice daily, with or without food, until disease progression or until unacceptable toxicity. Recommended Dosage in Pediatric Patients wi…
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. ( 4 )
Drug Interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Avoid coadministration of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors with VITRAKVI. If coadministration cannot be avoided, reduce the VITRAKVI dose. ( 2.5 , 7.1 ) Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Monitor for adverse reactions more frequently in patients coadministered a moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor with VITRAKVI and reduce the VITRAKVI dosage based on severity of adverse reactions. ( 7.1 ) Strong CYP3A4 Inducers: Avoid coadministration of strong CYP3A4 inducers with VITRAKVI. If coadministration cannot be avoided, increase the VITRAKVI dose. ( 2.6 , 7.1 ) Moderate CYP3A4 Inducers: Increase the VITRAKVI dose. ( 2.6 , 7.1 ) Sensitive CYP3A4 Substrates: Avoid coadministration of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates with VITRAKVI. ( 7.2 ) 7.1 Effects of Other Drugs on VITRAKVI Strong and Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Coadministration of VITRAKVI with a strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor may increase larotrectinib plasma concentrations, which may result in a higher incidence of adverse reactions [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. Avoid coadministration of VITRAKVI with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors, including grapefruit or grapefruit juice. If coadministration of strong CYP3A4 inh…
Adverse Reactions
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Central Nervous System Effects [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Skeletal Fractures [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] The most common (≥ 20%) adverse reactions, including laboratory abnormalities, with VITRAKVI were increased AST, increased ALT, anemia, hypoalbuminemia, musculoskeletal pain, increased alkaline phosphatase, leukopenia, lymphopenia, neutropenia, hypocalcemia, fatigue, vomiting, cough, constipation, pyrexia, diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, dizziness, and rash ( 6 ). To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc. at 1-888-842-2937 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical Trial 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. Unless noted, data in WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS and below reflects exposure to VITRAKVI i…
Frequently Asked Questions
What is VITRAKVI used for?
VITRAKVI contains LAROTRECTINIB. It is a capsule taken oral. Consult your doctor for specific uses.
Is VITRAKVI a controlled substance?
VITRAKVI is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.
What is the generic name for VITRAKVI?
The generic name for VITRAKVI is LAROTRECTINIB. There are no other listed brand versions of LAROTRECTINIB.
What is the NDC code for VITRAKVI 100 mg/1?
The NDC (National Drug Code) for VITRAKVI 100 mg/1 is 50419-391, listed by Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc..
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