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Durvalumab

Also sold as: Imfinzi

Antibodies, MonoclonalPrescription OnlyGeneric Available

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Drug Information

Mechanism of Action

12.1 Mechanism of Action Expression of programmed cell death ligand-1 (PD-L1) can be induced by inflammatory signals (e.g., IFN-gamma) and can be expressed on both tumor cells and tumor-associated immune cells in the tumor microenvironment. PD-L1 blocks T-cell function and activation through interaction with PD-1 and CD80 (B7.1). By binding to its receptors, PD-L1 reduces cytotoxic T-cell activity, proliferation, and cytokine production. Durvalumab is a human immunoglobulin G1 kappa (IgG1κ) monoclonal antibody that binds to PD-L1 and blocks the interaction of PD-L1 with PD-1 and CD80 (B7.1). Blockade of PD-L1/PD-1 and PD-L1/CD80 interactions releases the inhibition of immune responses, without inducing antibody dependent cell-mediated cytotoxicity (ADCC). PD-L1 blockade with durvalumab led to increased T-cell activation in vitro and decreased tumor size in co-engrafted human tumor and immune cell xenograft mouse models.

Indications & Uses

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE IMFINZI is a programmed death-ligand 1 (PD-L1) blocking antibody indicated: • in combination with platinum-containing chemotherapy as neoadjuvant treatment, followed by IMFINZI continued as a single agent as adjuvant treatment after surgery, for the treatment of adult patients with resectable (tumors ≥ 4 cm and/or node positive) non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and no known epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) mutations or anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) rearrangements. ( 1.1 ) • as a single agent, for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable, Stage III NSCLC whose disease has not progressed following concurrent platinum-based chemotherapy and radiation therapy. ( 1.1 ) • in combination with tremelimumab-actl and platinum-based chemotherapy, for the treatment of adult patients with metastatic NSCLC with no sensitizing EGFR mutations or ALK genomic tumor aberrations. ( 1.1 ) • as a single agent, for the treatment of adult patients with limited-stage small cell lung cancer (LS-SCLC) whose disease has not progressed following concurrent platinum-based chemotherapy and radiation therapy. ( 1.2 ) • in combination with etoposide and either carboplatin or cisplatin, as first-line treatment of adult patients with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer (ES-SCLC). ( 1.2 ) • in combination with gemcitabine and cisplatin, as treatment of adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic biliary tract cancer (BTC). ( 1.3 ) • in combination with tremelimumab-actl, for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma (uHCC). ( 1.4 ) • in combination with carboplatin and paclitaxel followed by IMFINZI as a single agent, for the treatment of adult patients with primary advanced or recurrent endometrial cancer that is mismatch repair deficient (dMMR) as determined by an FDA-approved test. ( 1.5 , 2.1 ) • in combination with gemcitabine and cisplatin as neoadjuvant treatment, followed by single agent IMFINZI as adjuvant

Dosage & Administration

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION • Administer IMFINZI as an intravenous infusion over 60 minutes after dilution. ( 2.4 ) • Neoadjuvant and Adjuvant Treatment of Resectable NSCLC: ∘ Weight ≥ 30 kg: Neoadjuvant : IMFINZI 1,500 mg in combination with chemotherapy every 3 weeks for up to 4 cycles prior to surgery. Adjuvant : IMFINZI 1,500 mg as a single agent every 4 weeks for up to 12 cycles after surgery. ( 2.2 ) ∘ Weight < 30 kg Neoadjuvant : IMFINZI 20 mg/kg every 3 weeks in combination with chemotherapy for up to 4 cycles prior to surgery. Adjuvant : 20 mg/kg every 4 weeks as a single agent for up to 12 cycles after surgery. ( 2.2 ) • Unresectable Stage III NSCLC, following concurrent platinum-based chemotherapy and radiation therapy: ∘ Weight ≥ 30 kg: IMFINZI 10 mg/kg every 2 weeks or 1,500 mg every 4 weeks. ( 2.2 ) ∘ Weight < 30 kg: IMFINZI 10 mg/kg every 2 weeks. ( 2.2 ) • Metastatic NSCLC: ∘ Weight ≥ 30 kg: IMFINZI 1,500 mg every 3 weeks in combination with tremelimumab-actl 75 mg and platinum-based chemotherapy for 4 cycles, and then administer IMFINZI 1,500 mg every 4 weeks as a single agent with histology-based pemetrexed maintenance therapy every 4 weeks, and a fifth dose of tremelimumab-actl 75 mg in combination with IMFINZI dose 6 at week 16. ( 2.2 ) ∘ Weight < 30 kg: IMFINZI 20 mg/kg every 3 weeks in combination with tremelimumab-actl 1 mg/kg and platinum-based chemotherapy, and then administer IMFINZI 20 mg/kg every 4 weeks as a single agent with histology-based pemetrexed therapy every 4 weeks, and a fifth dose of tremelimumab-actl 1 mg/kg in combination with IMFINZI dose 6 at week 16. ( 2.2 ) • LS-SCLC, following concurrent platinum-based chemotherapy and radiation therapy: ∘ Weight ≥ 30 kg: 1,500 mg every 4 weeks. ( 2.2 ) ∘ Weight < 30 kg: 20 mg/kg every 4 weeks. ( 2.2 ) • ES-SCLC: ∘ Weight ≥ 30 kg: With etoposide and either carboplatin or cisplatin, administer IMFINZI 1,500 mg every 3 weeks in combination with chemotherapy, and then 1,500 mg every 4 weeks as a single agent. ( 2.2 ) ∘ Weight < 30 kg: With etoposide and either carboplatin or cisplatin, administer IMFINZI 20 mg/kg every 3 weeks in combination with chemotherapy, and then 10 mg/kg every 2 weeks as a single agent. ( 2.2 ) • BTC: ∘ Weight ≥ 30 kg: administer IMFINZI 1,500 mg every 3 weeks in combination with chemotherapy, and then 1,500 mg every 4 weeks as a single agent. ( 2.2 ) ∘ Weight < 30 kg: administer IMFINZI 20 mg/kg every 3 weeks in combination with chemotherapy, and then 20 mg/kg every 4 weeks as a single agent. ( 2.2 ) • uHCC: ∘ Weight ≥ 30 kg: IMFINZI 1,500 mg in combination with tremelimumab-actl 300 mg as a single dose at Cycle 1/Day 1, followed by IMFINZI as a single agent every 4 weeks. ( 2.2 ) ∘ Weight < 30 kg: IMFINZI 20 mg/kg in combination with tremelimumab-actl 4 mg/kg as a single dose at Cycle 1/Day 1, followed by IMFINZI as a single agent every 4 weeks. ( 2.2 ) • dMMR endometrial cancer: ∘ Weight ≥ 30 kg: IMFINZI 1,120 mg in combination with carboplatin and paclitaxel every 3 weeks for 6 cycles, followed by IMFINZI 1,500 mg every 4 weeks as a single agent. ( 2.1 , 2.2 ) ∘ Weight < 30 kg: IMFINZI 15 mg/kg in combination with carboplatin and paclitaxel every 3 weeks for 6 cycles, followed by IMFINZI 20 mg/kg every 4 weeks as a single agent. ( 2.1 , 2.2 ) • MIBC: ∘ Weight ≥ 30 kg: Neoadjuvant: IMFINZI 1,500 mg in combination with gemcitabine and cisplatin every 3 weeks for 4 cycles prior to surgery. Adjuvant: IMFINZI 1,500 mg every 4 weeks as a single agent for up to 8 cycles after surgery. ( 2.2 ) ∘ Weight < 30 kg: Neoadjuvant: IMFINZI 20 mg/kg in combination with gemcitabine and cisplatin every 3 weeks for 4 cycles prior to surgery. Adjuvant: IMFINZI 20 mg/kg every 4 weeks as a single agent for up to 8 cycles after surgery. ( 2.2 ) • See full Prescribing Information for preparation and administration instructions and dosage modifications for adverse reactions. 2.1 Patient Selection Advanced or Recurrent dMMR Endometrial Cancer Select patients for treatment based on the presence of dMMR in tumor specimens [see Clinical Studies (14.5) ]. Information on FDA-approved tests for the detection of dMMR status in endometrial cancer is available at https://www.fda.gov/companiondiagnostics . 2.2 Recommended Dosage The recommended dosages for IMFINZI as a single agent and IMFINZI in combination with other therapeutic agents are presented in Table 1. The recommended dosage schedule and regimens for IMFINZI for the treatment of metastatic NSCLC are provided in Tables 2 and 3 [see Indications and Usage (1.1) ]. Administer IMFINZI as a 60 minute intravenous infusion after dilution [ see Dosage and Administration (2.3) ]. Table 1. Recommended Dosages of IMFINZI Indication Recommended IMFINZI Dosage Duration of Therapy Neoadjuvant and Adjuvant Treatment of Resectable NSCLC Patients with a body weight of ≥ 30 kg: Neoadjuvant: IMFINZI 1,500 mg in combination with chemotherapy Administer IMFINZI prior to chemotherapy on the same day.

Side Effects (Adverse Reactions)

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling. • Immune-Mediated Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. • Infusion-Related Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ]. IMFINZI in Combination with Chemotherapy • Most common adverse reactions (≥ 20%) of patients with resectable, Stage II/III NSCLC [neoadjuvant /adjuvant]) are anemia, nausea, constipation, fatigue, musculoskeletal pain, and rash. ( 6.1 ) IMFINZI as a Single Agent • Most common adverse reactions (≥ 20%) of patients with unresectable, Stage III NSCLC) are cough, fatigue, pneumonitis/radiation pneumonitis, upper respiratory tract infections, dyspnea, and rash. ( 6.1 ) IMFINZI in Combination with Tremelimumab-actl and Platinum-Based Chemothe rapy • Most common adverse reactions (≥ 20%) of patients with metastatic NSCLC) are nausea, fatigue, musculoskeletal pain, decreased appetite, rash, and diarrhea. ( 6.1 ) IMFINZI as a Single Agent • Most common adverse reactions (≥ 20%) of patients with limited-stage SCLC) are pneumonitis or radiation pneumonitis, and fatigue. ( 6.1 ) IMFINZI in Combination with Platinum-Based Chemotherapy • Most common adverse reactions (≥ 20%) of patients with extensive-stage SCLC) are nausea, fatigue/asthenia, and alopecia. ( 6.1 ) IMFINZI in Combination with Gemcitabine and Cisplatin • Most common adverse reactions (≥ 20%) of patients with BTC) are fatigue, nausea, constipation, decreased appetite, abdominal pain, rash, and pyrexia. ( 6.1 ) IMFINZI in Combination with Tremelimumab-actl • Most common adverse reactions (≥ 20%) of patients with uHCC) are rash, diarrhea, fatigue, pruritus, musculoskeletal pain, and abdominal pain. ( 6.1 ) IMFINZI in Combination with Carboplatin and Paclitaxel, followed by IMFINZI as a single agent • Most common adverse reactions (≥ 20%) of patients with endometrial cancer) were peripheral neuropathy, musculoskeletal pain, nausea, alopecia, fatigue, abdominal pain, constipation, rash, decreased magnesium, increased ALT, increased AST, diarrhea, vomiting, cough, decreased potassium, dyspnea, headache, and increased alkaline phosphatase. ( 6.1 ) IMFINZI in Combination with Gemcitabine and Cisplatin, followed by IMFINZI as a single agent • Most common adverse reactions (≥ 20% of patients with MIBC) were decreased hemoglobin, decreased neutrophils, increased blood creatinine, decreased sodium, nausea, increased ALT, decreased calcium, decreased platelets, fatigue, increased potassium, decreased lymphocytes, increased AST, constipation, decreased magnesium, decreased appetite, increased alkaline phosphate, rash, pyrexia, diarrhea, vomiting and abdominal pain. ( 6.1 ) IMFINZI in Combination with FLOT Chemotherapy followed by IMFINZI as a single agent • Most common adverse reactions (≥ 20% of patients with resectable GC/GEJC) were diarrhea, nausea, peripheral neuropathy, fatigue, alopecia, decreased appetite, rash, abdominal pain, vomiting, musculoskeletal pain, pyrexia, and stomatitis ( 6.1 ). To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact AstraZeneca at 1-800-236-9933 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials 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. The data described in the WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS section reflect exposure to IMFINZI as a single agent in a total of 1,889 patients enrolled in the PACIFIC study (a randomized, placebo-controlled study that enrolled 475 patients with unresectable Stage III NSCLC), Study 1108 (an open-label, single-arm, multicohort study that enrolled 970 patients with advanced solid tumors), and an additional open-label, single-arm study (ATLANTIC Study) that enrolled 444 patients with advanced solid tumors, including NSCLC. In these studies, IMFINZI was administered at a dose of 10 mg/kg every 2 weeks. Among the 1889 patients, 38% were exposed for 6 months or more and 18% were exposed for 12 months or more. The data also reflect exposure to IMFINZI 1,500 mg every 4 weeks as a single agent in 262 patients from the ADRIATIC study (a randomized, double-blind study in patients with LS-SCLC) and to IMFINZI in combination with chemotherapy in 265 patients from the CASPIAN study (a randomized, open-label study in patients with ES-SCLC) and in 338 patients from the TOPAZ-1 study (a randomized, double-blind study in patients with BTC). In the CASPIAN and TOPAZ-1 studies, IMFINZI was administered at a dose of 1,500 mg every 3 or 4 weeks. The data also reflect exposure to IMFINZI 1,120 mg in combination with carboplatin and paclitaxel (every 3 weeks for up to 6 cycles) followed by IMFINZI 1,500 mg (every 4 weeks) as a single agent in 235 patients in DUO-E (a randomized, placebo-controlled trial in endometrial cancer). Among the 2

Contraindications

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. ( 4 )

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