Glofitamab
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WARNING: CYTOKINE RELEASE SYNDROME Cytokine Release Syndrome (CRS), including serious or fatal reactions, can occur in patients receiving COLUMVI. Premedicate before each dose, and initiate treatment with the COLUMVI step-up dosing schedule to reduce the risk of CRS. Withhold COLUMVI until CRS resolves or permanently discontinue based on severity [see Dosage and Administration (2.1 , 2.2 , 2.3 , and 2.4) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . WARNING: CYTOKINE RELEASE SYNDROME See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning Cytokine Release Syndrome (CRS), including serious or fatal reactions, can occur in patients receiving COLUMVI.
Premedicate before each dose, and initiate treatment with the COLUMVI step-up dosing schedule to reduce the risk of CRS. Withhold COLUMVI until CRS resolves or permanently discontinue based on severity. ( 2.1 , 2.2 , 2.3 , 2.4 , 5.1 )
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Important Dosing Information Administer only as an intravenous infusion through a dedicated infusion line that includes a sterile 0.2-micron in-line filter. Administer COLUMVI diluted solution via intravenous bag infusion. The 2.5 mg dose may alternatively be administered via intravenous syringe infusion [see Dosage and Administration (2.5 , 2.6 , 2.7 )] .
COLUMVI should only be administered by a healthcare professional with immediate access to appropriate medical support, including supportive medications to manage severe CRS [see Dosage and Administration ] . Ensure adequate hydration before administering COLUMVI. Premedicate before each dose [see Dosage and Administration ] .
Following pretreatment with obinutuzumab, administer COLUMVI according to the step-up dosing schedule in Table 1 with appropriate premedication, including dexamethasone, to reduce the incidence and severity of CRS [see Dosage and Administration ] . Due to the risk of CRS, patients should be hospitalized during and for 24 hours after completion of infusion of step-up dose 1 (2.5 mg on Cycle 1 Day 8) [see Dosage and Administration and Warnings and Precautions ] .
Patients who experienced any grade CRS during step-up dose 1 should be hospitalized during and for 24 hours after completion of step-up dose 2 (10 mg on Cycle 1 Day 15). CRS with step-up dose 2 can occur in patients who did not experience CRS with step-up dose 1 [see Dosage and Administration and Warnings and Precautions ] .
For subsequent doses, patients who experienced Grade ≥ 2 CRS with their previous infusion should be hospitalized during and for 24 hours after the completion of the next COLUMVI infusion.
Preparation into an Intravenous Bag This section describes preparation of all doses of COLUMVI into an intravenous bag. For preparation instructions for the 2.5 mg dose into an intravenous syringe, see subsection 2.6 [see Dosage and Administration ] . Preparation Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit.
COLUMVI is a colorless clear solution. Discard the vial if the solution is cloudy, discolored, or contains visible particles. Use aseptic technique when preparing the COLUMVI diluted solution for intravenous infusion. Dilution for Intravenous Bag Infusion Determine the dose, total volume of COLUMVI solution, and the number of COLUMVI vials needed (see Table 7 ).
Select an appropriate size infusion bag of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection or 0.45% Sodium Chloride Injection (see Table 7 ). COLUMVI diluted with 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection is compatible with intravenous infusion bags composed of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP) or polyolefin. COLUMVI diluted with 0.45% Sodium Chloride Injection is compatible with intravenous infusion bags composed of PVC.
Prepare the infusion bag by withdrawing and discarding the volume from the infusion bag according to Table 7 . Withdraw the required volume of COLUMVI from the vial(s) using a sterile needle and syringe and dilute into the infusion bag to a final concentration of 0.1 mg/mL to 0.6 mg/mL according to Table 7 . [See table below.] 10 mL 10 mL 100 mL 30 mg 50 mL 30 mL 30 mL 50 mL 100 mL 30 mL 30 mL 100 mL Discard any unused COLUMVI left in the vial.
Gently invert the infusion bag to mix the solution, in order to avoid excess foaming. Do not shake.
Preparation of 2.5 mg Dose into an Intravenous Syringe This section describes the alternative method of preparation of the 2.5 mg dose of COLUMVI into an intravenous syringe. For preparation instructions for all doses into an intravenous infusion bag, see subsection 2.5 [see Dosage and Administration ] . Preparation Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit.
COLUMVI is a colorless clear solution. Discard the vial if the solution is cloudy, discolored, or contains visible particles. Use aseptic technique when preparing the COLUMVI diluted solution for intravenous syringe infusion. Dilution for Intravenous Syringe Infusion (Alternative Method for 2.5 mg Dose Only) Draw 22.5 mL of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection or 0.45% Sodium Chloride Injection into a 30 mL syringe composed of PP (see Table 8 ).
Withdraw 2.5 mL of COLUMVI from the vial using a sterile needle into a second syringe (see Table 8 ). Discard any unused COLUMVI left in the vial. Attach a connector to the two syringes and transfer COLUMVI into the 30 mL syringe. The final concentration of COLUMVI should be 0.1 mg/mL. [See table below.] Disconnect the syringes.
Draw air into the syringe containing the COLUMVI diluted solution and close. Gently invert the syringe to mix the solution, in order to avoid excessive foaming. Do not shake. Remove air bubbles from the syringe before administration.
Storage and Administration Storage of Diluted Product Immediately use diluted COLUMVI solution. If not used immediately, the diluted solution can be stored: Refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) for up to 64 hours, or At room temperature up to 25°C (77°F) for up to 4 hours. Do not freeze the diluted infusion solution.
Discard diluted infusion solution if storage time exceeds these limits. COLUMVI Administration Administer COLUMVI as an intravenous infusion only through a dedicated infusion line that includes a sterile 0.2-micron in-line filter using an intravenous infusion pump or syringe pump. Prime the infusion line with the diluted infusion solution.
No incompatibilities have been observed with infusion sets with product-contacting surfaces of polyurethane (PUR), PVC, PE, polybutadiene (PBD), polyetherurethane (PEU), polycarbonate (PC), silicone, polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), or acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), and in-line filter membranes composed of polyethersulfone (PES) or polysulfone.
See Table 1 for duration of infusion. The maximum time for the administration of the diluted infusion solution may be extended up to 8 hours (see Table 4 ). To ensure the entire dose of COLUMVI is administered, replace the empty infusion bag or syringe with an infusion bag or syringe containing 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection or 0.45% Sodium Chloride Injection connected to the same infusion line.
Continue the infusion at the same rate until the recommended infusion duration is reached according to Table 1 . Do not mix COLUMVI with other drugs.
| Treatment cycle | Day | Dose of COLUMVI | Duration of infusion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 | Day 1 | ObinutuzumabRefer to "Pretreatment with obinutuzumab" described above. | ||
| Day 8 | Step-up dose 1 | 2.5 mg | 4 hoursFor patients who experience CRS with their previous dose of COLUMVI, the time of infusion may be extended up to 8 hours. | |
| Day 15 | Step-up dose 2 | 10 mg | ||
| Cycle 2 | Day 1 | 30 mg | 4 hours | |
| Cycle 3 to 12 | Day 1 | 30 mg | 2 hoursIf the patient experienced CRS with the previous dose, the duration of infusion should be maintained at 4 hours. | |
| Last Dose Administered | Time Since Last Dose Administered | Action for Next Dose(s)Administer premedication as per Table 3 for all patients. |
|---|---|---|
| Obinutuzumab pretreatment (Cycle 1 Day 1) | ≤ 2 weeks | Administer COLUMVI 2.5 mg (Cycle 1 Day 8)Patients should be hospitalized during and for 24 hours after completing infusion of the 2.5 mg dose. , then resume the planned treatment schedule. |
| > 2 weeks | Repeat obinutuzumab 1,000 mg pretreatment (Cycle 1 Day 1).Then administer COLUMVI 2.5 mg (Cycle 1 Day 8) and resume the planned treatment schedule. | |
| COLUMVI 2.5 mg (Cycle 1 Day 8) | ≤ 2 weeks | Administer COLUMVI 10 mg (Cycle 1 Day 15)Patients should be hospitalized during and for 24 hours after completing infusion of the 10 mg dose if CRS occurred during the most recent 2.5 mg dose., then resume the planned treatment schedule. |
| > 2 to ≤ 4 weeks | Repeat COLUMVI 2.5 mg (Cycle 1 Day 8). Then administer COLUMVI 10 mg (Cycle 1 Day 15) and resume the planned treatment schedule. | |
| > 4 weeks | Repeat obinutuzumab 1,000 mg pretreatment (Cycle 1 Day 1) and COLUMVI 2.5 mg (Cycle 1 Day 8). Then administer COLUMVI 10 mg (Cycle 1 Day 15) and resume the planned treatment schedule. | |
| COLUMVI 10 mg (Cycle 1 Day 15) | ≤ 2 weeks | Administer COLUMVI 30 mg (Cycle 2 Day 1), then resume the planned treatment schedule. |
| > 2 to ≤ 6 weeks | Repeat COLUMVI 10 mg (Cycle 1 Day 15).Then administer COLUMVI 30 mg (Cycle 2 Day 1) and resume the planned treatment schedule. | |
| > 6 weeks | Repeat obinutuzumab 1,000 mg pretreatment (Cycle 1 Day 1), COLUMVI 2.5 mg (Cycle 1 Day 8), and COLUMVI 10 mg (Cycle 1 Day 15).Then administer COLUMVI 30 mg (Cycle 2 Day 1) and resume the planned treatment schedule. | |
| COLUMVI 30 mg (Cycle 2 onwards) | ≤ 6 weeks | Administer COLUMVI 30 mg, then resume the planned treatment schedule. |
| > 6 weeks | Repeat the Cycle 1 regimen described in Table 1: obinutuzumab 1,000 mg pretreatment (Day 1), COLUMVI 2.5 mg (Day 8), and COLUMVI 10 mg (Day 15). Then administer COLUMVI 30 mg (Day 1 of next cycle) and resume the planned treatment schedule. |
| Day of Treatment Cycle | Patients requiring premedication | Premedication | Administration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1, Day 8 and Day 15; Cycle 2; Cycle 3 | Dexamethasone 20 mg intravenouslyIf dexamethasone is not available, administer prednisone 100 mg, prednisolone 100 mg, or methylprednisolone 80 mg intravenously. | Completed at least 1 hour prior to COLUMVI infusion. | |
| All patients | Acetaminophen 500 mg to 1,000 mg orally | At least 30 minutes before COLUMVI infusion. | |
| Antihistamine (diphenhydramine 50 mg orally or intravenously or equivalent) | Completed at least 30 minutes before COLUMVI infusion. | ||
| All subsequent infusions | All patients | Acetaminophen 500 mg to 1,000 mg orally | At least 30 minutes before COLUMVI infusion. |
| Antihistamine (diphenhydramine 50 mg orally or intravenously or equivalent) | Completed at least 30 minutes before COLUMVI infusion. | ||
| Patients who experienced any grade CRS with the previous dose | Dexamethasone 20 mg intravenously | Completed at least 1 hour prior to COLUMVI infusion. |
Drug interactions
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For certain CYP substrates where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious adverse reactions, monitor for toxicities or drug concentrations of such CYP substrates when coadministered with COLUMVI. Glofitamab-gxbm causes the release of cytokines [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) ] that may suppress the activity of CYP enzymes, resulting in increased exposure of CYP substrates. Increased exposure of CYP substrates is more likely to occur after the first dose of COLUMVI on Cycle 1 Day 8 and up to 14 days after the first 30 mg dose on Cycle 2 Day 1 and during and after CRS [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] .
Contraindications
None. None. ( 4 )
Pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on its mechanism of action COLUMVI may cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) ] . There are no available data on the use of COLUMVI in pregnant women to evaluate for a drug-associated risk. No animal reproductive and developmental toxicity studies have been conducted with glofitamab-gxbm. Glofitamab-gxbm causes T-cell activation and cytokine release; immune activation may compromise pregnancy maintenance.
In addition, based on expression of CD20 on B cells and the finding of B-cell depletion in non-pregnant animals, glofitamab-gxbm can cause B-cell lymphocytopenia in infants exposed to glofitamab-gxbm in-utero. Human immunoglobulin G (IgG) is known to cross the placenta; therefore, COLUMVI has the potential to be transmitted from the mother to the developing fetus. Advise women of the potential risk to the fetus. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2% to 4% and 15% to 20%, respectively.
For breastfeeding, also see LactMed (National Library of Medicine), which summarizes milk levels and infant effects.
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