TECENTRIQ (atezolizumab) injection, solution
Genentech, Inc.
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE
TECENTRIQ is a programmed death-ligand 1 (PD-L1) blocking antibody indicated:
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)
- as adjuvant treatment following resection and platinum-based chemotherapy for adult patients with Stage II to IIIA NSCLC whose tumors have PD-L1 expression on ≥ 1% of tumor cells, as determined by an FDA-approved test. (1.1, 14.1)
- for the first-line treatment of adult patients with metastatic NSCLC whose tumors have high PD-L1 expression (PD-L1 stained ≥ 50% of tumor cells [TC ≥ 50%] or PD-L1 stained tumor-infiltrating immune cells [IC] covering ≥ 10% of the tumor area [IC ≥ 10%] ), as determined by an FDA-approved test, with no EGFR or ALK genomic tumor aberrations. (1.1)
- in combination with bevacizumab, paclitaxel, and carboplatin, for the first-line treatment of adult patients with metastatic non-squamous NSCLC with no EGFR or ALK genomic tumor aberrations. (1.1)
- in combination with paclitaxel protein-bound and carboplatin for the first-line treatment of adult patients with metastatic non-squamous NSCLC with no EGFR or ALK genomic tumor aberrations (1.1)
- for the treatment of adult patients with metastatic NSCLC who have disease progression during or following platinum-containing chemotherapy. Patients with EGFR or ALK genomic tumor aberrations should have disease progression on FDA-approved therapy for NSCLC harboring these aberrations prior to receiving TECENTRIQ. (1.1)
Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
- in combination with carboplatin and etoposide, for the first-line treatment of adult patients with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer (ES-SCLC). (1.2)
Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC)
- in combination with bevacizumab for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic HCC who have not received prior systemic therapy. (1.3 )
Melanoma
- in combination with cobimetinib and vemurafenib for the treatment of adult patients with BRAF V600 mutation-positive unresectable or metastatic melanoma. (1.4)
Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma (ASPS)
- for the treatment of adult and pediatric patients 2 years of age and older with unresectable or metastatic ASPS. (1.5)
1.1 Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- TECENTRIQ, as a single-agent, is indicated as adjuvant treatment following resection and platinum-based chemotherapy for adult patients with stage II to IIIA [see Clinical Studies (14.1)] non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose tumors have PD-L1 expression on ≥ 1% of tumor cells, as determined by an FDA-approved test [see Dosage and Administration (2.1)].
- TECENTRIQ, as a single agent, is indicated for the first-line treatment of adult patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose tumors have high PD-L1 expression (PD-L1 stained ≥ 50% of tumor cells [TC ≥ 50%] or PD-L1 stained tumor-infiltrating immune cells [IC] covering ≥ 10% of the tumor area [IC ≥ 10%]), as determined by an FDA-approved test, with no EGFR or ALK genomic tumor aberrations [see Dosage and Administration (2.1)].
- TECENTRIQ, in combination with bevacizumab, paclitaxel, and carboplatin, is indicated for the first-line treatment of adult patients with metastatic non-squamous NSCLC with no EGFR or ALK genomic tumor aberrations.
- TECENTRIQ, in combination with paclitaxel protein-bound and carboplatin, is indicated for the first-line treatment of adult patients with metastatic non-squamous NSCLC with no EGFR or ALK genomic tumor aberrations.
- TECENTRIQ, as a single-agent, is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with metastatic NSCLC who have disease progression during or following platinum-containing chemotherapy. Patients with EGFR or ALK genomic tumor aberrations should have disease progression on FDA-approved therapy for NSCLC harboring these aberrations prior to receiving TECENTRIQ.
1.2 Small Cell Lung Cancer
TECENTRIQ, in combination with carboplatin and etoposide, is indicated for the first-line treatment of adult patients with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer (ES-SCLC).
1.3 Hepatocellular Carcinoma
TECENTRIQ, in combination with bevacizumab, is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) who have not received prior systemic therapy.
1.4 Melanoma
TECENTRIQ, in combination with cobimetinib and vemurafenib, is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with BRAF V600 mutation-positive unresectable or metastatic melanoma [see Dosage and Administration (2.1)].
1.5 Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma
TECENTRIQ, as a single agent, is indicated for the treatment of adult and pediatric patients 2 years of age and older with unresectable or metastatic alveolar soft part sarcoma (ASPS).
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administer TECENTRIQ intravenously over 60 minutes. If the first infusion is tolerated, all subsequent infusions may be delivered over 30 minutes.
NSCLC
- In the adjuvant setting, administer TECENTRIQ following resection and up to 4 cycles of platinum-based chemotherapy as 840 mg every 2 weeks, 1200 mg every 3 weeks or 1680 mg every 4 weeks for up to 1 year. (2.2)
- In the metastatic setting, administer TECENTRIQ as 840 mg every 2 weeks, 1200 mg every 3 weeks, or 1680 mg every 4 weeks. (2.2)
- When administering with chemotherapy with or without bevacizumab, administer TECENTRIQ prior to chemotherapy and bevacizumab when given on the same day. (2.2)
Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Administer TECENTRIQ as 840 mg every 2 weeks, 1200 mg every 3 weeks, or 1680 mg every 4 weeks. When administering with carboplatin and etoposide, administer TECENTRIQ prior to chemotherapy when given on the same day. (2.2)
Hepatocellular Carcinoma
- Administer TECENTRIQ as 840 mg every 2 weeks, 1200 mg every 3 weeks, or 1680 mg every 4 weeks. Administer TECENTRIQ prior to bevacizumab when given on the same day. Bevacizumab is administered at 15 mg/kg every 3 weeks. (2.2)
Melanoma
- Following completion of a 28 day cycle of cobimetinib and vemurafenib, administer TECENTRIQ 840 mg every 2 weeks, 1200 mg every 3 weeks, or 1680 mg every 4 weeks with cobimetinib 60 mg orally once daily (21 days on /7 days off) and vemurafenib 720 mg orally twice daily. (2.2)
ASPS
- Adults: Administer TECENTRIQ as 840 mg every 2 weeks, 1200 mg every 3 weeks, or 1680 mg every 4 weeks. (2.2)
- Pediatric patients 2 years of age and older: 15 mg/kg (up to a maximum of 1200 mg), every 3 weeks (2.2)
2.1 Patient Selection for Treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer and Melanoma
Select patients with Stage II to IIIA non-small cell lung cancer for treatment with TECENTRIQ as a single agent based on PD-L1 expression on tumor cells [see Clinical Studies (14.1)].
Select patients with first-line metastatic non-small cell lung cancer for treatment with TECENTRIQ as a single agent based on the PD-L1 expression on tumor cells or on tumor-infiltrating immune cells [see Clinical Studies (14.1)].
Information on FDA-approved tests for the determination of PD-L1 expression in metastatic non-small cell lung cancer are available at: http://www.fda.gov/CompanionDiagnostics.
Select patients with unresectable or metastatic melanoma for treatment with TECENTRIQ in combination with cobimetinib and vemurafenib after confirming the presence of a BRAF V600 mutation [see Clinical Studies (14.4)]. Information on FDA-approved tests for the detection of BRAF V600 mutations in melanoma is available at: http://www.fda.gov/CompanionDiagnostics.
2.2 Recommended Dosage
The recommended dosages of TECENTRIQ administered intravenously as a single agent are presented in Table 1.
| * 60-minute intravenous infusion. If the first infusion is tolerated, all subsequent infusions may be delivered over 30 minutes. | ||
| Metastatic NSCLC |
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Until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity |
| Adjuvant Treatment of NSCLC |
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Up to one year, unless there is disease recurrence or unacceptable toxicity |
| ASPS (adult) |
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Until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity |
| ASPS (pediatric, 2 years of age and older) | 15 mg/kg (up to a maximum 1200 mg) every 3 weeks | |
The recommended intravenous dosages of TECENTRIQ in combination with other therapeutic agents are presented in Table 2. Refer to the respective Prescribing Information for each therapeutic agent administered in combination with TECENTRIQ for the recommended dosage information, as appropriate.
| Indication | Recommended Dosage of TECENTRIQ60-minute intravenous infusion. If the first infusion is tolerated, all subsequent infusions may be delivered over 30 minutes. | Duration of Therapy |
|---|---|---|
| NSCLC |
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Until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity |
| SCLC |
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| HCC |
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| Melanoma |
Prior to initiating TECENTRIQ, patients should receive a 28 day treatment cycle of cobimetinib 60 mg orally once daily (21 days on and 7 days off) and vemurafenib 960 mg orally twice daily from Days 1-21 and vemurafenib 720 mg orally twice daily from Days 22-28. |
2.3 Dosage Modifications for Adverse Reactions
No dose reduction for TECENTRIQ is recommended. In general, withhold TECENTRIQ for severe (Grade 3) immune-mediated adverse reactions. Permanently discontinue TECENTRIQ for life-threatening (Grade 4) immune-mediated adverse reactions, recurrent severe (Grade 3) immune-mediated reactions that require systemic immunosuppressive treatment, or an inability to reduce corticosteroid dose to 10 mg or less of prednisone or equivalent per day within 12 weeks of initiating steroids.
Dosage modifications for TECENTRIQ for adverse reactions that require management different from these general guidelines are summarized in Table 3.
| Adverse Reaction | SeverityBased on Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (CTCAE), version 4 | Dosage Modification |
|---|---|---|
| ALT = alanine aminotransferase, AST = aspartate aminotransferase, ULN = upper limit normal, DRESS = Drug Rash with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms, SJS = Stevens Johnson syndrome, TEN = toxic epidermal necrolysis | ||
| Immune-Mediated Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] | ||
| Pneumonitis | Grade 2 | WithholdResume in patients with complete or partial resolution (Grade 0 to 1) after corticosteroid taper. Permanently discontinue if no complete or partial resolution within 12 weeks of initiating steroids or inability to reduce prednisone to 10 mg per day or less (or equivalent) within 12 weeks of initiating steroids |
| Grades 3 or 4 | Permanently discontinue | |
| Colitis | Grades 2 or 3 | Withhold |
| Grade 4 | Permanently discontinue | |
| Hepatitis with no tumor involvement of the liver | AST or ALT increases to more than 3 and up to 8 times ULN or Total bilirubin increases to more than 1.5 and up to 3 times ULN |
Withhold |
| AST or ALT increases to more than 8 times ULN or Total bilirubin increases to more than 3 times ULN |
Permanently discontinue | |
| Hepatitis with tumor involvement of the liverIf AST and ALT are less than or equal to ULN at baseline, withhold or permanently discontinue TECENTRIQ based on recommendations for hepatitis with no liver involvement | Baseline AST or ALT is more than 1 and up to 3 times ULN and increases to more than 5 and up to 10 times ULN or Baseline AST or ALT is more than 3 and up to 5 times ULN and increases to more than 8 and up to 10 times ULN |
Withhold |
| AST or ALT increases to more than 10 times ULN or Total bilirubin increases to more than 3 times ULN |
Permanently discontinue | |
| Endocrinopathies | Grades 3 or 4 | Withhold until clinically stable or permanently discontinue depending on severity |
| Nephritis with Renal Dysfunction | Grades 2 or 3 increased blood creatinine | Withhold |
| Grade 4 increased blood creatinine | Permanently discontinue | |
| Exfoliative Dermatologic Conditions | Suspected SJS, TEN, or DRESS | Withhold |
| Confirmed SJS, TEN, or DRESS | Permanently discontinue | |
| Myocarditis or Pericarditis | Grades 2, 3, or 4 | Permanently discontinue |
| Neurological Toxicities | Grade 2 | Withhold |
| Grades 3 or 4 | Permanently discontinue | |
| Other Adverse Reactions | ||
| Infusion-Related Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] | Grades 1 or 2 | Interrupt or slow the rate of infusion |
| Grades 3 or 4 | Permanently discontinue | |
2.4 Preparation and Administration
Preparation
Visually inspect drug product for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. Discard the vial if the solution is cloudy, discolored, or visible particles are observed. Do not shake the vial.
Prepare the solution for infusion as follows:
- Select the appropriate vial(s) based on the prescribed dose.
- Withdraw the required volume of TECENTRIQ from the vial(s) using sterile needle and syringe.
- Dilute to a final concentration between 3.2 mg/mL and 16.8 mg/mL in a polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polyethylene (PE), or polyolefin (PO) infusion bag containing 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP.
- Dilute with only 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP.
- Mix diluted solution by gentle inversion. Do not shake.
- Discard used or empty vials of TECENTRIQ.
Storage of Infusion Solution
This product does not contain a preservative.
Administer immediately once prepared. If diluted TECENTRIQ infusion solution is not used immediately, store solution either:
- At room temperature for no more than 6 hours from the time of preparation. This includes room temperature storage of the infusion in the infusion bag and time for administration of the infusion, or
- Under refrigeration at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) for no more than 24 hours from time of preparation.
Do not freeze.
Do not shake.
Administration
Administer the initial infusion over 60 minutes through an intravenous line with or without a sterile, non-pyrogenic, low-protein binding in-line filter (pore size of 0.2–0.22 micron). If the first infusion is tolerated, all subsequent infusions may be delivered over 30 minutes.
Do not coadminister other drugs through the same intravenous line.
Do not administer as an intravenous push or bolus.
3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS
Injection: 840 mg/14 mL (60 mg/mL) and 1200 mg/20 mL (60 mg/mL) colorless to slightly yellow solution in a single-dose vial.
Injection: 840 mg/14 mL (60 mg/mL) and 1200 mg/20 mL (60 mg/mL) solution in a single-dose vial. (3)
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS
None.
None. (4)
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
- Immune-Mediated Adverse Reactions Immune-mediated adverse reactions, which may be severe or fatal, can occur in any organ system or tissue, including the following: immune-mediated pneumonitis, immune-mediated colitis, immune-mediated hepatitis, immune-mediated endocrinopathies, immune-mediated dermatologic adverse reactions, immune-mediated nephritis and renal dysfunction, and solid organ transplant rejection. (5.1) Monitor for early identification and management. Evaluate liver enzymes, creatinine, and thyroid function at baseline and periodically during treatment. (5.1) Withhold or permanently discontinue based on severity and type of reaction. (5.1).
- Infusion-Related Reactions: Interrupt, slow the rate of infusion, or permanently discontinue based on severity of infusion reactions. (5.2)
- Complications of Allogeneic HSCT: Fatal and other serious complications can occur in patients who receive allogeneic HSCT before or after being treated with a PD-1/PD-L1 blocking antibody. (5.3)
- Embryo-Fetal Toxicity: Can cause fetal harm. Advise females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus and use of effective contraception. (5.4, 8.1, 8.3)
5.1 Severe and Fatal Immune-Mediated Adverse Reactions
TECENTRIQ is a monoclonal antibody that belongs to a class of drugs that bind to either the programmed death-receptor 1 (PD-1) or the PD-ligand 1 (PD-L1), blocking the PD-1/PD-L1 pathway, thereby removing inhibition of the immune response, potentially breaking peripheral tolerance and inducing immune-mediated adverse reactions. Important immune-mediated adverse reactions listed under Warnings and Precautions may not include all possible severe and fatal immune-mediated reactions.
Immune-mediated adverse reactions, which may be severe or fatal, can occur in any organ system or tissue. Immune-mediated adverse reactions can occur at any time after starting a PD-1/PD-L1 blocking antibody. While immune-mediated adverse reactions usually manifest during treatment with PD-1/PD-L1 blocking antibodies, immune-mediated adverse reactions can also manifest after discontinuation of PD-1/PD-L1 blocking antibodies.
Early identification and management of immune-mediated adverse reactions are essential to ensure safe use of PD-1/PD-L1 blocking antibodies. Monitor patients closely for symptoms and signs that may be clinical manifestations of underlying immune-mediated adverse reactions. Evaluate liver enzymes, creatinine, and thyroid function at baseline and periodically during treatment. In cases of suspected immune-mediated adverse reactions, initiate appropriate workup to exclude alternative etiologies, including infection. Institute medical management promptly, including specialty consultation as appropriate.
Withhold or permanently discontinue TECENTRIQ depending on severity [see Dosage and Administration (2.3)]. In general, if TECENTRIQ requires interruption or discontinuation, administer systemic corticosteroid therapy (1 to 2 mg/kg/day prednisone or equivalent) until improvement to Grade 1 or less. Upon improvement to Grade 1 or less, initiate corticosteroid taper and continue to taper over at least 1 month. Consider administration of other systemic immunosuppressants in patients whose immune-mediated adverse reactions are not controlled with corticosteroid therapy.
Toxicity management guidelines for adverse reactions that do not necessarily require systemic steroids (e.g., endocrinopathies and dermatologic reactions) are discussed below.
Immune-Mediated Pneumonitis
TECENTRIQ can cause immune-mediated pneumonitis. The incidence of pneumonitis is higher in patients who have received prior thoracic radiation.
TECENTRIQ as a Single Agent:
Immune-mediated pneumonitis occurred in 3% (83/2616) of patients receiving TECENTRIQ as a single agent, including fatal (<0.1%), Grade 4 (0.2%), Grade 3 (0.8%), and Grade 2 (1.1%) adverse reactions. Pneumonitis led to permanent discontinuation of TECENTRIQ in 0.5% and withholding of TECENTRIQ in 1.5% of patients.
Systemic corticosteroids were required in 55% (46/83) of patients with pneumonitis. Pneumonitis resolved in 69% of the 83 patients. Of the 39 patients in whom TECENTRIQ was withheld for pneumonitis, 25 reinitiated TECENTRIQ after symptom improvement; of these, 4% had recurrence of pneumonitis.
In IMpower010 immune-mediated pneumonitis occurred in 3.8% (19/495) of patients receiving TECENTRIQ as a single agent, including fatal (0.2%), Grade 4 (0.2%), and Grade 3 (0.6%) adverse reactions. Pneumonitis led to permanent discontinuation of TECENTRIQ in 2.2% and withholding of TECENTRIQ in 0.8% of patients.
Systemic corticosteroids were required in 63% (12/19) of patients with pneumonitis. Pneumonitis resolved in 84% of the 19 patients.
TECENTRIQ in Combination with Cobimetinib and Vemurafenib:
Immune-mediated pneumonitis occurred in 13% (29/230) of patients receiving TECENTRIQ in combination with cobimetinib and vemurafenib, including Grade 3 (1.3%) and Grade 2 (7%) adverse reactions. Pneumonitis led to permanent discontinuation of TECENTRIQ in 2.6% and withholding of TECENTRIQ in 7.4% of patients.
Systemic corticosteroids were required in 55% (16/29) of patients with pneumonitis. Pneumonitis resolved in 97% of the 29 patients. Of the 17 patients in whom TECENTRIQ was withheld for pneumonitis, 10 reinitiated TECENTRIQ after symptom improvement; of these, 50% had recurrence of pneumonitis.
Immune-Mediated Colitis
TECENTRIQ can cause immune-mediated colitis. Colitis can present with diarrhea, abdominal pain, and lower gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding. Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection/reactivation has been reported in patients with corticosteroid-refractory immune-mediated colitis. In cases of corticosteroid-refractory colitis, consider repeating infectious workup to exclude alternative etiologies.
TECENTRIQ as a Single Agent:
Immune-mediated colitis occurred in 1% (26/2616) of patients receiving TECENTRIQ as a single agent, including Grade 3 (0.5%) and Grade 2 (0.3%) adverse reactions. Colitis led to permanent discontinuation of TECENTRIQ in 0.2% and withholding of TECENTRIQ in 0.5% of patients.
Systemic corticosteroids were required in 50% (13/26) of patients with colitis. Colitis resolved in 73% of the 26 patients. Of the 12 patients in whom TECENTRIQ was withheld for colitis, 8 reinitiated treatment with TECENTRIQ after symptom improvement; of these, 25% had recurrence of colitis.
Immune-Mediated Hepatitis
TECENTRIQ can cause immune-mediated hepatitis.
Immune-mediated hepatitis occurred in 1.8% (48/2616) of patients receiving TECENTRIQ as a single agent, including fatal (<0.1%), Grade 4 (0.2%), Grade 3 (0.5%), and Grade 2 (0.5%) adverse reactions. Hepatitis led to permanent discontinuation of TECENTRIQ in 0.2% and withholding of TECENTRIQ in 0.2% of patients.
Systemic corticosteroids were required in 25% (12/48) of patients with hepatitis. Hepatitis resolved in 50% of the 48 patients. Of the 6 patients in whom TECENTRIQ was withheld for hepatitis, 4 reinitiated treatment with TECENTRIQ after symptom improvement; of these, none had recurrence of hepatitis.
TECENTRIQ in Combination with Cobimetinib and Vemurafenib:
Immune-mediated hepatitis occurred in 6.1% (14/230) of patients receiving TECENTRIQ in combination with cobimetinib and vemurafenib, including Grade 4 (1.3%), Grade 3 (1.7%) and Grade 2 (1.3%) adverse reactions. Hepatitis led to permanent discontinuation of TECENTRIQ in 2.2% and withholding of TECENTRIQ in 1.7% of patients.
Systemic corticosteroids were required in 50% (7/14) of patients with hepatitis. Hepatitis resolved in 93% of the 14 patients. Of the 4 patients in whom TECENTRIQ was withheld for hepatitis, 3 reinitiated TECENTRIQ after symptom improvement; of these, 33% had recurrence of hepatitis.
Immune-Mediated Endocrinopathies
Adrenal Insufficiency
TECENTRIQ can cause primary or secondary adrenal insufficiency. For Grade 2 or higher adrenal insufficiency, initiate symptomatic treatment, including hormone replacement as clinically indicated. Withhold or permanently discontinue TECENTRIQ depending on severity [see Dosage and Administration (2.3)].
Adrenal insufficiency occurred in 0.4% (11/2616) of patients receiving TECENTRIQ as a single agent, including Grade 3 (<0.1%) and Grade 2 (0.2%) adverse reactions. Adrenal insufficiency led to permanent discontinuation of TECENTRIQ in one patient and withholding of TECENTRIQ in one patient.
Systemic corticosteroids were required in 82% (9/11) of patients with adrenal insufficiency; of these, 3 patients remained on systemic corticosteroids. The single patient in whom TECENTRIQ was withheld for adrenal insufficiency did not reinitiate TECENTRIQ.
In IMpower010 immune-mediated adrenal insufficiency occurred in 1.2% (6/495) of patients receiving TECENTRIQ as a single agent, including Grade 3 (0.4%) adverse reactions. Adrenal insufficiency led to permanent discontinuation of TECENTRIQ in 0.6% and withholding of TECENTRIQ in 0.2% of patients.
Systemic corticosteroids were required in 83% (5/6) of patients with adrenal insufficiency; of these, 4 patients remained on systemic corticosteroids.
Hypophysitis
TECENTRIQ can cause immune-mediated hypophysitis. Hypophysitis can present with acute symptoms associated with mass effect such as headache, photophobia, or visual field cuts. Hypophysitis can cause hypopituitarism. Initiate hormone replacement as clinically indicated. Withhold or permanently discontinue TECENTRIQ depending on severity [see Dosage and Administration (2.3)].
Hypophysitis occurred in <0.1% (2/2616) of patients receiving TECENTRIQ as a single agent, including Grade 2 (1 patient, <0.1%) adverse reactions. Hypophysitis led to permanent discontinuation of TECENTRIQ in one patient and no patients required withholding of TECENTRIQ.
Systemic corticosteroids were required in 50% (1/2) of patients with hypophysitis. Hypophysitis did not resolve in these 2 patients.
Thyroid disorders
TECENTRIQ can cause immune-mediated thyroid disorders. Thyroiditis can present with or without endocrinopathy. Hypothyroidism can follow hyperthyroidism. Initiate hormone replacement for hypothyroidism or medical management for hyperthyroidism as clinically indicated. Withhold or permanently discontinue TECENTRIQ depending on severity [see Dosage and Administration (2.3)].
Thyroiditis:
Thyroiditis occurred in 0.2% (4/2616) of patients receiving TECENTRIQ as a single agent, including Grade 2 (<0.1%) adverse reactions. Thyroiditis did not lead to permanent discontinuation of TECENTRIQ in any of these patients, but led to withholding of TECENTRIQ in one patient.
Hormone replacement therapy was required in 75% (3/4) of patients with thyroiditis. Systemic corticosteroids were required in 25% (1/4) of patients with thyroiditis. Thyroiditis resolved in 50% of patients. The single patient in whom TECENTRIQ was withheld for thyroiditis reinitiated TECENTRIQ; this patient did not have recurrence of thyroiditis.
In IMpower010, thyroiditis occurred in 1.2% (6/495) of patients receiving TECENTRIQ as a single agent, including Grade 2 (0.4%) adverse reactions. Thyroiditis led to withholding of TECENTRIQ in one patient.
Hormone replacement therapy was required in 67% (4/6) of patients with thyroiditis. Systemic corticosteroids were required in 33% (2/6) of patients with thyroiditis. Thyroiditis resolved in 50% of patients.
Hyperthyroidism:
TECENTRIQ as a Single Agent:
Hyperthyroidism occurred in 0.8% (21/2616) of patients receiving TECENTRIQ as a single agent, including Grade 2 (0.4%) adverse reactions. Hyperthyroidism did not lead to permanent discontinuation of TECENTRIQ in any of these patients, but led to withholding of TECENTRIQ in 0.1% of patients.
Antithyroid therapy was required in 29% (6/21) of patients with hyperthyroidism. Of these 6 patients, the majority remained on antithyroid treatment. Of the 3 patients in whom TECENTRIQ was withheld for hyperthyroidism, one patient reinitiated TECENTRIQ; this patient did not have recurrence of hyperthyroidism.
In IMpower010 hyperthyroidism occurred in 6% (32/495) of patients receiving TECENTRIQ as a single agent, including Grade 3 (0.4%) adverse reactions. Hyperthyroidism led to permanent discontinuation of TECENTRIQ in 0.8% and withholding of TECENTRIQ in 2.8% of patients.
Antithyroid therapy was required in 38% (12/32) of patients with hyperthyroidism. Of these 12 patients, the majority remained on antithyroid treatment. Of the 14 patients in whom TECENTRIQ was withheld for hyperthyroidism, 9 patients reinitiated TECENTRIQ.
TECENTRIQ in Combination with Cobimetinib and Vemurafenib:
Hyperthyroidism occurred in 19% (43/230) of patients receiving TECENTRIQ in combination with cobimetinib and vemurafenib, including Grade 3 (0.9%) and Grade 2 (7.8%) adverse reactions. Hyperthyroidism led to permanent discontinuation of TECENTRIQ in 0.4% and withholding of TECENTRIQ in 10% of patients.
Antithyroid therapy was required in 53% (23/43) of patients with hyperthyroidism. Of these 23 patients, the majority remained on antithyroid treatment. Of the 24 patients in whom TECENTRIQ was withheld for hyperthyroidism, 18 patients reinitiated TECENTRIQ; of these, 28% had recurrence of hyperthyroidism.
Hypothyroidism:
TECENTRIQ as a Single Agent:
Hypothyroidism occurred in 4.9% (128/2616) of patients receiving TECENTRIQ as a single agent, including Grade 3 (0.2%) and Grade 2 (3.4%) adverse reactions. Hypothyroidism did not lead to permanent discontinuation of TECENTRIQ in any of these patients, but led to withholding of TECENTRIQ in 0.6% of patients.
Hormone replacement therapy was required in 81% (104/128) of patients with hypothyroidism. The majority of patients with hypothyroidism remained on thyroid hormone replacement. Of the 17 patients in whom TECENTRIQ was withheld for hypothyroidism, 8 reinitiated TECENTRIQ after symptom improvement.
In IMpower010 hypothyroidism occurred in 17% (86/495) of patients receiving TECENTRIQ as a single agent. Hypothyroidism led to permanent discontinuation of TECENTRIQ in 1.6% and withholding of TECENTRIQ in 1.6% of patients.
Hormone replacement was required in 57% (49/86) of patients with hypothyroidism. The majority of patients with hypothyroidism remained on thyroid hormone replacement. Of the 8 patients in whom TECENTRIQ was withheld for hypothyroidism, 3 reinitiated TECENTRIQ after symptom improvement.
TECENTRIQ in Combination with Platinum-based Chemotherapy:
Hypothyroidism occurred in 11% (277/2421) of patients with NSCLC and SCLC receiving TECENTRIQ in combination with platinum-based chemotherapy, including Grade 4 (<0.1%), Grade 3 (0.3%), and Grade 2 (5.7%) adverse reactions. Hypothyroidism led to permanent discontinuation of TECENTRIQ in 0.1% and withholding of TECENTRIQ in 1.6% of patients.
Hormone replacement therapy was required in 71% (198/277) of patients with hypothyroidism. The majority of patients with hypothyroidism remained on thyroid hormone replacement. Of the 39 patients in whom TECENTRIQ was withheld for hypothyroidism, 9 reinitiated TECENTRIQ after symptom improvement.
TECENTRIQ in Combination with Cobimetinib and Vemurafenib:
Hypothyroidism occurred in 26% (60/230) of patients receiving TECENTRIQ in combination with cobimetinib and vemurafenib, including Grade 2 (9.1%) adverse reactions. Hypothyroidism did not lead to permanent discontinuation of TECENTRIQ in any of these patients, but led to withholding of TECENTRIQ in 2.6% of patients.
Hormone replacement therapy was required in 52% (31/60) of patients with hypothyroidism. The majority of patients with hypothyroidism remained on thyroid hormone replacement. Of the 6 patients in whom TECENTRIQ was withheld for hypothyroidism, 4 reinitiated TECENTRIQ after symptom improvement. The majority of patients with hypothyroidism required long term thyroid replacement.
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, which can present with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Monitor patients for hyperglycemia or other signs and symptoms of diabetes. Initiate treatment with insulin as clinically indicated. Withhold or permanently discontinue TECENTRIQ depending on severity [see Dosage and Administration (2.3)].
Type 1 diabetes mellitus occurred in 0.3% (7/2616) of patients receiving TECENTRIQ, including Grade 3 (0.2%) and Grade 2 (<0.1%) adverse reactions. Type 1 diabetes mellitus led to permanent discontinuation of TECENTRIQ in one patient and withholding of TECENTRIQ in two patients.
Treatment with insulin was required for all patients with confirmed Type 1 diabetes mellitus and insulin therapy was continued long-term. Of the 2 patients in whom TECENTRIQ was withheld for Type 1 diabetes mellitus, both re-initiated TECENTRIQ treatment.
Immune-Mediated Nephritis with Renal Dysfunction
TECENTRIQ can cause immune-mediated nephritis.
TECENTRIQ as a Single Agent:
Immune-mediated nephritis with renal dysfunction occurred in <0.1% (1/2616) of patients receiving TECENTRIQ as a single agent, and this adverse reaction was a Grade 3 (<0.1%) adverse reaction. Nephritis led to permanent discontinuation of TECENTRIQ in this patient.
This patient required systemic corticosteroids. In this patient, nephritis did not resolve.
TECENTRIQ in Combination with Cobimetinib and Vemurafenib:
Immune-mediated nephritis with renal dysfunction occurred in 1.3% (3/230) of patients receiving TECENTRIQ in combination with cobimetinib and vemurafenib, including Grade 2 (1.3%) adverse reactions. Nephritis led to permanent discontinuation of TECENTRIQ in 0.4% and withholding of TECENTRIQ in 0.9% of patients.
Systemic corticosteroids were required in 67% (2/3) of patients with nephritis. Nephritis resolved in all 3 of these patients. Of the 2 patients in whom TECENTRIQ was withheld for nephritis, both reinitiated TECENTRIQ after symptom improvement and neither had recurrence of nephritis.
Immune-Mediated Dermatologic Adverse Reactions
TECENTRIQ can cause immune-mediated rash or dermatitis. Exfoliative dermatitis, including Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS), DRESS, and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), has occurred with PD-1/PD-L1 blocking antibodies. Topical emollients and/or topical corticosteroids may be adequate to treat mild to moderate non-exfoliative rashes. Withhold or permanently discontinue TECENTRIQ depending on severity [see Dosage and Administration (2.3)].
Immune-mediated dermatologic adverse reactions occurred in 0.6% (15/2616) of patients receiving TECENTRIQ as a single agent, including Grade 3 (<0.1%) and Grade 2 (0.2%) adverse reactions. Dermatologic adverse reactions led to permanent discontinuation of TECENTRIQ in 0.1% and withholding of TECENTRIQ in 0.2% of patients.
Systemic corticosteroids were required in 20% (3/15) of patients with dermatologic adverse reactions. Dermatologic adverse reactions resolved in 87% of the 15 patients. Of the 4 patients in whom TECENTRIQ was withheld for immune-mediated dermatologic adverse reactions, none re-initiated TECENTRIQ.
Other Immune-Mediated Adverse Reactions
The following clinically significant immune-mediated adverse reactions occurred at an incidence of < 1% (unless otherwise noted) in patients who received TECENTRIQ or were reported with the use of other PD-1/PD-L1 blocking antibodies. Severe or fatal cases have been reported for some of these adverse reactions.
Cardiac/Vascular: Myocarditis, pericarditis, vasculitis.
Nervous System: Meningitis, encephalitis, myelitis and demyelination, myasthenic syndrome/myasthenia gravis (including exacerbation), Guillain-Barré syndrome, nerve paresis, autoimmune neuropathy.
Ocular: Uveitis, iritis, and other ocular inflammatory toxicities can occur. Some cases can be associated with retinal detachment. Various grades of visual impairment, including blindness, can occur. If uveitis occurs in combination with other immune-mediated adverse reactions, consider a Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada-like syndrome, as this may require treatment with systemic steroids to reduce the risk of permanent vision loss.
Gastrointestinal: Pancreatitis to include increases in serum amylase and lipase levels, gastritis, duodenitis.
Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue: Myositis/polymyositis, rhabdomyolysis and associated sequelae including renal failure, arthritis, polymyalgia rheumatic.
Endocrine: Hypoparathyroidism.
Other (Hematologic/Immune): Hemolytic anemia, aplastic anemia, hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis, systemic inflammatory response syndrome, histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenitis (Kikuchi lymphadenitis), sarcoidosis, immune thrombocytopenic purpura, solid organ transplant rejection.
5.2 Infusion-Related Reactions
TECENTRIQ can cause severe or life-threatening infusion-related reactions. Monitor for signs and symptoms of infusion-related reactions. Interrupt, slow the rate of, or permanently discontinue TECENTRIQ based on the severity [see Dosage and Administration (2.3)]. For Grade 1 or 2 infusion-related reactions, consider using pre-medications with subsequent doses.
In clinical studies enrolling 2616 patients with various cancers who received TECENTRIQ as a single-agent [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)], infusion-related reactions occurred in 1.3% of patients, including Grade 3 (0.2%). The frequency and severity of infusion-related reactions were similar whether TECENTRIQ was given as a single-agent in patients with various cancers, in combination with other antineoplastic drugs in NSCLC and SCLC, and across the recommended dose range (840 mg Q2W to 1680 mg Q4W).
5.3 Complications of Allogeneic HSCT after PD-1/PD-L1 Inhibitors
Fatal and other serious complications can occur in patients who receive allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) before or after being treated with a PD-1/PD-L1 blocking antibody. Transplant-related complications include hyperacute graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), acute GVHD, chronic GVHD, hepatic veno-occlusive disease (VOD) after reduced intensity conditioning, and steroid-requiring febrile syndrome (without an identified infectious cause). These complications may occur despite intervening therapy between PD-1/PD-L1 blockage and allogeneic HSCT.
Follow patients closely for evidence of transplant-related complications and intervene promptly. Consider the benefits versus risks of treatment with a PD-1/PD-L1 blocking antibody prior to or after an allogeneic HSCT.
5.4 Embryo-Fetal Toxicity
Based on its mechanism of action, TECENTRIQ can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. There are no available data on the use of TECENTRIQ in pregnant women. Animal studies have demonstrated that inhibition of the PD-L1/PD-1 pathway can lead to increased risk of immune-related rejection of the developing fetus resulting in fetal death.
Verify pregnancy status of females of reproductive potential prior to initiating TECENTRIQ. Advise females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus. Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with TECENTRIQ and for at least 5 months after the last dose [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1, 8.3)].
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS
The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling:
- Severe and Fatal Immune-Mediated Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]
- Infusion-Related Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]
- Complications of Allogeneic HSCT after PD-1/PD-L1 Inhibitors [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)]
TECENTRIQ as a single-agent
- Most common adverse reactions (≥ 20%) with TECENTRIQ as a single-agent are fatigue/asthenia, decreased appetite, nausea, cough, and dyspnea. (6.1)
TECENTRIQ in combination with other antineoplastic drugs
- Most common adverse reactions (≥ 20%) in patients with NSCLC and SCLC are fatigue/asthenia, nausea, alopecia, constipation, diarrhea, and decreased appetite. (6.1)
TECENTRIQ in combination with bevacizumab
- Most common adverse reactions (≥ 20%) in patients with HCC are hypertension, fatigue and proteinuria. (6.1)
TECENTRIQ in combination with cobimetinib and vemurafenib
- Most common adverse reactions (≥ 20%) with TECENTRIQ in patients with melanoma are rash, musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, hepatotoxicity, pyrexia, nausea, pruritus, edema, stomatitis, hypothyroidism, and photosensitivity reaction. (6.1)
To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Genentech at 1-888-835-2555 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 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS reflect exposure to TECENTRIQ as a single-agent in 2616 patients in two randomized, active-controlled studies (POPLAR, OAK) and three open-label, single arm studies (PCD4989g, BIRCH, FIR) which enrolled 1636 patients with metastatic NSCLC, and 980 patients with other tumor types. TECENTRIQ was administered at a dose of 1200 mg intravenously every 3 weeks in all studies except PCD4989g. Among the 2616 patients who received a single-agent TECENTRIQ, 36% were exposed for longer than 6 months and 20% were exposed for longer than 12 months. Using the dataset described for patients who received TECENTRIQ as a single-agent, the most common adverse reactions in ≥ 20% of patients were fatigue/asthenia (48%), decreased appetite (25%), nausea (24%), cough (22%), and dyspnea (22%). In addition, the data reflect exposure to TECENTRIQ as a single agent as adjuvant therapy in 495 patients with early stage NSCLC enrolled in a randomized study (IMpower010).
In addition, the data reflect exposure to TECENTRIQ in combination with other antineoplastic drugs in 2421 patients with NSCLC (N = 2223) or SCLC (N = 198) enrolled in five randomized, active-controlled trials, including IMpower150, IMpower130 and IMpower133. Among the 2421 patients, 53% were exposed to TECENTRIQ for longer than 6 months and 29% were exposed to TECENTRIQ for longer than 12 months. Among the 2421 patients with NSCLC and SCLC who received TECENTRIQ in combination with other antineoplastic drugs, the most common adverse reactions in ≥20% of patients were fatigue/asthenia (49%), nausea (38%), alopecia (35%), constipation (29%), diarrhea (28%) and decreased appetite (27%).
The data also reflect exposure to TECENTRIQ administered in combination with cobimetinib and vemurafenib in 230 patients enrolled in IMspire150. Among the 230 patients, 62% were exposed to TECENTRIQ for longer than 6 months and 42% were exposed to TECENTRIQ for longer than 12 months.
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)
Adjuvant Treatment of Early-stage NSCLC
IMpower010
The safety of TECENTRIQ was evaluated in IMpower010, a multicenter, open-label, randomized trial for the adjuvant treatment of patients with stage IB (tumors ≥ 4 cm) - IIIA NSCLC who had complete tumor resection and received up to 4 cycles of cisplatin-based adjuvant chemotherapy. Patients received TECENTRIQ 1200 mg every 3 weeks (n=495) for 1 year (16 cycles), unless disease progression or unacceptable toxicity occurred, or best supportive care [see Clinical Studies (14.1)]. The median number of cycles received was 16 (range: 1, 16).
Fatal adverse reactions occurred in 1.8% of patients receiving TECENTRIQ; these included multiple organ dysfunction syndrome, pneumothorax, interstitial lung disease, arrhythmia, acute cardiac failure, myocarditis, cerebrovascular accident, death of unknown cause, and acute myeloid leukemia (1 patient each).
Serious adverse reactions occurred in 18% of patients receiving TECENTRIQ. The most frequent serious adverse reactions (>1%) were pneumonia (1.8%), pneumonitis (1.6%), and pyrexia (1.2%).
TECENTRIQ was discontinued due to adverse reactions in 18% of patients; the most common adverse reactions (≥1%) leading to TECENTRIQ discontinuation were pneumonitis (2.2%), hypothyroidism (1.6%), increased aspartate aminotranferase (1.4%), arthralgia (1.0%), and increased alanine aminotransferase (1.0%).
Adverse reactions leading to interruption of TECENTRIQ occurred in 29% of patients; the most common (>1%) were rash (3.0%), hyperthyroidism (2.8%), hypothyroidism (1.6%), increased AST (1.6%), pyrexia (1.6%), increased ALT (1.4%), upper respiratory tract infection (1.4%), headache (1.2%), peripheral neuropathy (1.2%), and pneumonia (1.2%).
Tables 4 and 5 summarize adverse reactions and selected laboratory abnormalities in patients receiving TECENTRIQ in IMpower010.
| Adverse ReactionGraded per NCI CTCAE v4.0 | TECENTRIQ N = 495 |
Best Supportive Care N = 495 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
|
| Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue | ||||
| RashIncludes rash, dermatitis, genital rash, skin exfoliation, rash maculo-papular, rash erythematous, rash papular, lichen planus, eczema asteatotic, dermatitis exfoliative, palmar-plantar erythrodysaesthesia syndrome, dyshidrotic eczema, eczema, drug eruption, rash pruritic, toxic skin eruption, dermatitis acneiform | 17 | 1.2 | 1.4 | 0 |
| Pruritus | 10 | 0 | 0.6 | 0 |
| Endocrine Disorders | ||||
| HypothyroidismIncludes hypothyroidism, autoimmune hypothyroidism, primary hypothyroidism, blood thyroid stimulating hormone increased | 14 | 0 | 0.6 | 0 |
| Respiratory, Thoracic and Mediastinal | ||||
| CoughProductive cough, upper airway cough syndrome, cough | 16 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| General | ||||
| PyrexiaIncludes pyrexia, body temperature increased, hyperthermia | 14 | 0.8 | 2.2 | 0.2 |
| FatigueIncludes fatigue, asthenia | 14 | 0.6 | 5 | 0.2 |
| Nervous System Disorders | ||||
| Peripheral neuropathyIncludes paraesthesia, neuropathy peripheral, peripheral sensory neuropathy, hypoaesthesia, polyneuropathy, dysaesthesia, neuralgia, axonal neuropathy | 12 | 0.4 | 7 | 0.2 |
| Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue | ||||
| Musculoskeletal painIncludes myalgia, bone pain, back pain, spinal pain, musculoskeletal chest pain, pain in extremity, neck pain, non-cardiac chest pain, musculoskeletal discomfort, musculoskeletal stiffness, musculoskeletal pain | 14 | 0.8 | 9 | 0.2 |
| ArthralgiaIncludes arthralgia, arthritis | 11 | 0.6 | 6 | 0 |
| Laboratory AbnormalityGraded per NCI CTCAE v4.0, except for increased creatinine which only includes patients with creatinine increase based on upper limit of normal definition for Grade 1 events (NCI CTCAE v5.0). | TECENTRIQThe denominators used to calculate the rate varied from 78-480 for BSC arm and 483 for atezolizumab are for all tests of interest based on the number of patients with a baseline value and at least one post-treatment value. | Best Supportive Care | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
|
| Chemistry | ||||
| Increased aspartate aminotransferase | 34 | 2.5 | 18 | 0 |
| Increased alanine aminotransferase | 30 | 3.3 | 19 | 0.4 |
| Hyperkalemia | 24 | 3.5 | 15 | 2.5 |
| Increased blood creatinine | 31 | 0.2 | 23 | 0.2 |
Metastatic Chemotherapy-Naïve NSCLC
IMpower110
The safety of TECENTRIQ was evaluated in IMpower110, a multicenter, international, randomized, open-label study in 549 chemotherapy-naïve patients with stage IV NSCLC, including those with EGFR or ALK genomic tumor aberrations. Patients received TECENTRIQ 1200 mg every 3 weeks (n=286) or platinum-based chemotherapy consisting of carboplatin or cisplatin with either pemetrexed or gemcitabine (n=263) until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity [see Clinical Studies (14.1)]. IMpower110 enrolled patients whose tumors express PD-L1 (PD-L1 stained ≥ 1% of tumor cells [TC] or PD-L1 stained tumor-infiltrating immune cells [IC] covering ≥ 1% of the tumor area). The median duration of exposure to TECENTRIQ was 5.3 months (0 to 33 months).
Fatal adverse reactions occurred in 3.8% of patients receiving TECENTRIQ; these included death (reported as unexplained death and death of unknown cause), aspiration, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, pulmonary embolism, acute myocardial infarction, cardiac arrest, mechanical ileus, sepsis, cerebral infarction, and device occlusion (1 patient each).
Serious adverse reactions occurred in 28% of patients receiving TECENTRIQ. The most frequent serious adverse reactions (>2%) were pneumonia (2.8%), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (2.1%) and pneumonitis (2.1%).
TECENTRIQ was discontinued due to adverse reactions in 6% of patients; the most common adverse reactions (≥2 patients) leading to TECENTRIQ discontinuation were peripheral neuropathy and pneumonitis.
Adverse reactions leading to interruption of TECENTRIQ occurred in 26% of patients; the most common (>1%) were ALT increased (2.1%), AST increased (2.1%), pneumonitis (2.1%), pyrexia (1.4%), pneumonia (1.4%) and upper respiratory tract infection (1.4%).
Tables 6 and 7 summarize adverse reactions and selected laboratory abnormalities in patients receiving TECENTRIQ in IMpower110.
| Adverse Reaction | TECENTRIQ N = 286 |
Platinum-Based Chemotherapy N = 263 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
|
| Graded per NCI CTCAE v4.0 | ||||
| Gastrointestinal | ||||
| Nausea | 14 | 0.3 | 34 | 1.9 |
| Constipation | 12 | 1.0 | 22 | 0.8 |
| Diarrhea | 11 | 0 | 12 | 0.8 |
| General | ||||
| Fatigue/asthenia | 25 | 1.4 | 34 | 4.2 |
| Pyrexia | 14 | 0 | 9 | 0.4 |
| Metabolism and Nutrition | ||||
| Decreased appetite | 15 | 0.7 | 19 | 0 |
| Respiratory, Thoracic and Mediastinal | ||||
| Dyspnea | 14 | 0.7 | 10 | 0 |
| Cough | 12 | 0.3 | 10 | 0 |
| Laboratory Abnormality | TECENTRIQ | Platinum-Based Chemotherapy | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
|
| Each test incidence is based on the number of patients who had at least one on-study laboratory measurement available: TECENTRIQ (range: 278-281); platinum-based chemotherapy (range: 256-260). Graded per NCI CTCAE v4.0. Increased blood creatinine only includes patients with test results above the normal range. | ||||
| Hematology | ||||
| Anemia | 69 | 1.8 | 94 | 20 |
| Lymphopenia | 47 | 9 | 59 | 17 |
| Chemistry | ||||
| Hypoalbuminemia | 48 | 0.4 | 39 | 2 |
| Increased alkaline phosphatase | 46 | 2.5 | 42 | 1.2 |
| Hyponatremia | 44 | 9 | 36 | 7 |
| Increased ALT | 38 | 3.2 | 32 | 0.8 |
| Increased AST | 36 | 3.2 | 32 | 0.8 |
| Hyperkalemia | 29 | 3.9 | 36 | 2.7 |
| Hypocalcemia | 24 | 1.4 | 24 | 2.7 |
| Increased blood creatinine | 24 | 0.7 | 33 | 1.5 |
| Hypophosphatemia | 23 | 3.6 | 21 | 2 |
IMpower150
The safety of TECENTRIQ with bevacizumab, paclitaxel and carboplatin was evaluated in IMpower150, a multicenter, international, randomized, open-label trial in which 393 chemotherapy-naïve patients with metastatic non-squamous NSCLC received TECENTRIQ 1200 mg with bevacizumab 15 mg/kg, paclitaxel 175 mg/m2 or 200 mg/m2, and carboplatin AUC 6 mg/mL/min intravenously every 3 weeks for a maximum of 4 or 6 cycles, followed by TECENTRIQ 1200 mg with bevacizumab 15 mg/kg intravenously every 3 weeks until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity [see Clinical Studies (14.1)]. The median duration of exposure to TECENTRIQ was 8.3 months in patients receiving TECENTRIQ with bevacizumab, paclitaxel, and carboplatin.
Fatal adverse reactions occurred in 6% of patients receiving TECENTRIQ; these included hemoptysis, febrile neutropenia, pulmonary embolism, pulmonary hemorrhage, death, cardiac arrest, cerebrovascular accident, pneumonia, aspiration pneumonia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, intracranial hemorrhage, intestinal angina, intestinal ischemia, intestinal obstruction and aortic dissection.
Serious adverse reactions occurred in 44%. The most frequent serious adverse reactions (>2%) were febrile neutropenia, pneumonia, diarrhea, and hemoptysis.
TECENTRIQ was discontinued due to adverse reactions in 15% of patients; the most common adverse reaction leading to discontinuation was pneumonitis (1.8%).
Adverse reactions leading to interruption of TECENTRIQ occurred in 48%; the most common (>1%) were neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, fatigue/asthenia, diarrhea, hypothyroidism, anemia, pneumonia, pyrexia, hyperthyroidism, febrile neutropenia, increased ALT, dyspnea, dehydration and proteinuria.
Tables 8 and 9 summarize adverse reactions and laboratory abnormalities in patients receiving TECENTRIQ with bevacizumab, paclitaxel, and carboplatin in IMpower150.
| Adverse Reaction | TECENTRIQ with Bevacizumab, Paclitaxel, and Carboplatin N = 393 |
Bevacizumab, Paclitaxel and Carboplatin N = 394 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
|
| Graded per NCI CTCAE v4.0 | ||||
| Nervous System | ||||
| NeuropathyIncludes neuropathy peripheral, peripheral sensory neuropathy, hypoesthesia, paraesthesia, dysesthesia, polyneuropathy | 56 | 3 | 47 | 3 |
| Headache | 16 | 0.8 | 13 | 0 |
| General | ||||
| Fatigue/Asthenia | 50 | 6 | 46 | 6 |
| Pyrexia | 19 | 0.3 | 9 | 0.5 |
| Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue | ||||
| Alopecia | 48 | 0 | 46 | 0 |
| RashIncludes rash, rash maculo-papular, drug eruption, eczema, eczema asteatotic, dermatitis, contact dermatitis, rash erythematous, rash macular, pruritic rash, seborrheic dermatitis, dermatitis psoriasiform | 23 | 2 | 10 | 0.3 |
| Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue | ||||
| Myalgia/PainIncludes pain in extremity, musculoskeletal chest pain, musculoskeletal discomfort, neck pain, back pain, myalgia, and bone pain | 42 | 3 | 34 | 2 |
| Arthralgia | 26 | 1 | 22 | 1 |
| Gastrointestinal | ||||
| Nausea | 39 | 4 | 32 | 2 |
| DiarrheaIncludes diarrhea, gastroenteritis, colitis, enterocolitis | 33 | 6 | 25 | 0.5 |
| Constipation | 30 | 0.3 | 23 | 0.3 |
| Vomiting | 19 | 2 | 18 | 1 |
| Metabolism and Nutrition | ||||
| Decreased appetite | 29 | 4 | 21 | 0.8 |
| Vascular | ||||
| Hypertension | 25 | 9 | 22 | 8 |
| Respiratory | ||||
| Cough | 20 | 0.8 | 19 | 0.3 |
| Epistaxis | 17 | 1 | 22 | 0.3 |
| Renal | ||||
| ProteinuriaData based on Preferred Terms since laboratory data for proteinuria were not systematically collected | 16 | 3 | 15 | 3 |
| Laboratory Abnormality | TECENTRIQ with Bevacizumab, Paclitaxel, and Carboplatin | Bevacizumab, Paclitaxel and Carboplatin | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
|
| Each test incidence is based on the number of patients who had both baseline and at least one on-study laboratory measurement available: TECENTRIQ with bevacizumab, paclitaxel, and carboplatin range: 337-380); bevacizumab, paclitaxel, and carboplatin (range: 337-382). Graded per NCI CTCAE v4.0 | ||||
| Hematology | ||||
| Anemia | 83 | 10 | 83 | 9 |
| Neutropenia | 52 | 31 | 45 | 26 |
| Lymphopenia | 48 | 17 | 38 | 13 |
| Chemistry | ||||
| Hyperglycemia | 61 | 0 | 60 | 0 |
| Increased BUN | 52 | NANA = Not applicable. NCI CTCAE does not provide a Grades 3-4 definition for these laboratory abnormalities | 44 | NA |
| Hypomagnesemia | 42 | 2 | 36 | 1 |
| Hypoalbuminemia | 40 | 3 | 31 | 2 |
| Increased AST | 40 | 4 | 28 | 0.8 |
| Hyponatremia | 38 | 10 | 36 | 9 |
| Increased Alkaline Phosphatase | 37 | 2 | 32 | 1 |
| Increased ALT | 37 | 6 | 28 | 0.5 |
| Increased TSH | 30 | NA | 20 | NA |
| Hyperkalemia | 28 | 3 | 25 | 2 |
| Increased Creatinine | 28 | 1 | 19 | 2 |
| Hypocalcemia | 26 | 3 | 21 | 3 |
| Hypophosphatemia | 25 | 4 | 18 | 4 |
| Hypokalemia | 23 | 7 | 14 | 4 |
| Hyperphosphatemia | 25 | NA | 19 | NA |
IMpower130
The safety of TECENTRIQ with paclitaxel protein-bound and carboplatin was evaluated in IMpower130, a multicenter, international, randomized, open-label trial in which 473 chemotherapy-naïve patients with metastatic non-squamous NSCLC received TECENTRIQ 1200 mg and carboplatin AUC 6 mg/mL/min intravenously on Day 1 and paclitaxel protein-bound 100 mg/m2 intravenously on Day 1, 8, and 15 of each 21-day cycle for a maximum of 4 or 6 cycles, followed by TECENTRIQ 1200 mg intravenously every 3 weeks until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity [see Clinical Studies (14.1)]. Among patients receiving TECENTRIQ, 55% were exposed for 6 months or longer and 3.5% were exposed for greater than one year.
Fatal adverse reactions occurred in 5.3% of patients receiving TECENTRIQ; these included pneumonia (1.1%), pulmonary embolism (0.8%), myocardial infarction (0.6%), cardiac arrest (0.4%), pneumonitis (0.4%) and sepsis, septic shock, staphylococcal sepsis, aspiration, respiratory distress, cardiorespiratory arrest, ventricular tachycardia, death (not otherwise specified), and hepatic cirrhosis (0.2% each).
Serious adverse reactions occurred in 51% of patients receiving TECENTRIQ. The most frequent serious adverse reactions (≥2%) were pneumonia (6%), diarrhea (3%), lung infection (3%), pulmonary embolism (3%), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease exacerbation (2.5%), dyspnea (2.3%), and febrile neutropenia (1.9%).
TECENTRIQ was discontinued due to adverse reactions in 13% of patients; the most common adverse reactions leading to discontinuation were pneumonia (0.8%), pulmonary embolism (0.8%), fatigue (0.6%), dyspnea (0.6%), pneumonitis (0.6%), neutropenia (0.4%), nausea (0.4%), renal failure (0.4%), cardiac arrest (0.4%), and septic shock (0.4%).
Adverse reactions leading to interruption of TECENTRIQ occurred in 62% of patients; the most common (>1%) were neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, anemia, diarrhea, fatigue/asthenia, pneumonia, dyspnea, pneumonitis, pyrexia, nausea, acute kidney injury, vomiting, pulmonary embolism, arthralgia, infusion-related reaction, abdominal pain, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease exacerbation, dehydration, and hypokalemia.
Tables 10 and 11 summarize adverse reactions and laboratory abnormalities in patients receiving TECENTRIQ with paclitaxel protein-bound and carboplatin in IMpower130.
| Adverse Reaction | TECENTRIQ with Paclitaxel Protein-Bound and Carboplatin N = 473 |
Paclitaxel Protein-Bound and Carboplatin N = 232 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Grades (%) | Grades 3–4 (%) | All Grades (%) | Grades 3–4 (%) | |
| Graded per NCI CTCAE v4.0 | ||||
| General | ||||
| Fatigue/Asthenia | 61 | 11 | 60 | 8 |
| Gastrointestinal | ||||
| Nausea | 50 | 3.4 | 46 | 2.2 |
| Diarrhea Includes diarrhea, colitis, and gastroenteritis | 43 | 6 | 32 | 6 |
| Constipation | 36 | 1.1 | 31 | 0 |
| Vomiting | 27 | 2.7 | 19 | 2.2 |
| Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue | ||||
| Myalgia/Pain Includes back pain, pain in extremity, myalgia, musculoskeletal chest pain, bone pain, neck pain and musculoskeletal discomfort | 38 | 3 | 22 | 0.4 |
| Nervous System | ||||
| Neuropathy Includes neuropathy peripheral, peripheral sensory neuropathy, hypoesthesia, paresthesia, dysesthesia, polyneuropathy | 33 | 2.5 | 28 | 2.2 |
| Respiratory, Thoracic and Mediastinal | ||||
| Dyspnea Includes dyspnea, dyspnea exertional and wheezing | 32 | 4.9 | 25 | 1.3 |
| Cough | 27 | 0.6 | 17 | 0 |
| Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue | ||||
| Alopecia | 32 | 0 | 27 | 0 |
| Rash Includes rash, rash maculo-papular, eczema, rash pruritic, rash erythematous, dermatitis, dermatitis contact, drug eruption, seborrheic dermatitis and rash macular. | 20 | 0.6 | 11 | 0.9 |
| Metabolism and Nutrition | ||||
| Decreased appetite | 30 | 2.1 | 26 | 2.2 |
| Laboratory Abnormality | TECENTRIQ with Paclitaxel Protein-Bound and Carboplatin N = 473 |
Paclitaxel Protein-Bound and Carboplatin N = 232 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) | |
| Each test incidence is based on the number of patients who had both baseline and at least one on-study laboratory measurement available: TECENTRIQ with paclitaxel protein-bound and carboplatin (range: 423 - 467); paclitaxel protein-bound and carboplatin (range: 218 - 229). Graded per NCI CTCAE v4.0. | ||||
| Hematology | ||||
| Anemia | 92 | 33 | 87 | 25 |
| Neutropenia | 75 | 50 | 67 | 39 |
| Thrombocytopenia | 73 | 19 | 59 | 13 |
| Lymphopenia | 71 | 23 | 61 | 16 |
| Chemistry | ||||
| Hyperglycemia | 75 | 8 | 66 | 8 |
| Hypomagnesemia | 50 | 3.4 | 42 | 3.2 |
| Hyponatremia | 37 | 9 | 28 | 7 |
| Hypoalbuminemia | 35 | 1.3 | 31 | 0 |
| Increased ALT | 31 | 2.8 | 24 | 3.9 |
| Hypocalcemia | 31 | 2.6 | 27 | 1.8 |
| Hypophosphatemia | 29 | 6 | 20 | 3.2 |
| Increased AST | 28 | 2.2 | 24 | 1.8 |
| Increased TSH | 26 | NANA = Not applicable. NCI CTCAE does not provide a Grades 3-4 definition for these laboratory abnormalities | 5 | NA |
| Hypokalemia | 26 | 6 | 24 | 4.4 |
| Increased Alkaline Phosphatase | 25 | 2.6 | 22 | 1.3 |
| Increased Blood Creatinine | 23 | 2.8 | 16 | 0.4 |
| Hyperphosphatemia | 21 | NA | 13 | NA |
Previously Treated Metastatic NSCLC
The safety of TECENTRIQ was evaluated in OAK, a multicenter, international, randomized, open-label trial in patients with metastatic NSCLC who progressed during or following a platinum-containing regimen, regardless of PD-L1 expression [see Clinical Studies (14.1)]. A total of 609 patients received TECENTRIQ 1200 mg intravenously every 3 weeks until unacceptable toxicity, radiographic progression, or clinical progression or docetaxel (n=578) 75 mg/m2 intravenously every 3 weeks until unacceptable toxicity or disease progression. The study excluded patients with active or prior autoimmune disease or with medical conditions that required systemic corticosteroids. The median duration of exposure was 3.4 months (0 to 26 months) in TECENTRIQ-treated patients and 2.1 months (0 to 23 months) in docetaxel-treated patients.
The study population characteristics were: median age of 63 years (25 to 85 years), 46% age 65 years or older, 62% male, 71% White, 20% Asian, 68% former smoker, 16% current smoker, and 63% had ECOG performance status of 1.
Fatal adverse reactions occurred in 1.6% of patients; these included pneumonia, sepsis, septic shock, dyspnea, pulmonary hemorrhage, sudden death, myocardial ischemia or renal failure.
Serious adverse reactions occurred in 33.5% of patients. The most frequent serious adverse reactions (>1%) were pneumonia, sepsis, dyspnea, pleural effusion, pulmonary embolism, pyrexia and respiratory tract infection.
TECENTRIQ was discontinued due to adverse reactions in 8% of patients. The most common adverse reactions leading to TECENTRIQ discontinuation were fatigue, infections and dyspnea. Adverse reactions leading to interruption of TECENTRIQ occurred in 25% of patients; the most common (>1%) were pneumonia, liver function test abnormality, dyspnea, fatigue, pyrexia, and back pain.
Tables 12 and 13 summarize adverse reactions and laboratory abnormalities, respectively, in OAK.
| Adverse Reaction | TECENTRIQ N = 609 |
Docetaxel N = 578 |
||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
|
| Graded per NCI CTCAE v4.0 | ||||
| General | ||||
| Fatigue/AstheniaIncludes fatigue and asthenia | 44 | 4 | 53 | 6 |
| Pyrexia | 18 | <1 | 13 | <1 |
| Respiratory | ||||
| CoughIncludes cough and exertional cough | 26 | <1 | 21 | <1 |
| Dyspnea | 22 | 2.8 | 21 | 2.6 |
| Metabolism and Nutrition | ||||
| Decreased appetite | 23 | <1 | 24 | 1.6 |
| Musculoskeletal | ||||
| Myalgia/PainIncludes musculoskeletal pain, musculoskeletal stiffness, musculoskeletal chest pain, myalgia | 20 | 1.3 | 20 | <1 |
| Arthralgia | 12 | 0.5 | 10 | 0.2 |
| Gastrointestinal | ||||
| Nausea | 18 | <1 | 23 | <1 |
| Constipation | 18 | <1 | 14 | <1 |
| Diarrhea | 16 | <1 | 24 | 2 |
| Skin | ||||
| RashIncludes rash, erythematous rash, generalized rash, maculopapular rash, papular rash, pruritic rash, pustular rash, pemphigoid | 12 | <1 | 10 | 0 |
| Laboratory Abnormality | TECENTRIQ | Docetaxel | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
|
| Each test incidence is based on the number of patients who had both baseline and at least one on-study laboratory measurement available: TECENTRIQ (range: 546–585) and docetaxel (range: 532–560). Graded according to NCI CTCAE version 4.0 | ||||
| Hematology | ||||
| Anemia | 67 | 3 | 82 | 7 |
| Lymphocytopenia | 49 | 14 | 60 | 21 |
| Chemistry | ||||
| Hypoalbuminemia | 48 | 4 | 50 | 3 |
| Hyponatremia | 42 | 7 | 31 | 6 |
| Increased Alkaline Phosphatase | 39 | 2 | 25 | 1 |
| Increased AST | 31 | 3 | 16 | 0.5 |
| Increased ALT | 27 | 3 | 14 | 0.5 |
| Hypophosphatemia | 27 | 5 | 23 | 4 |
| Hypomagnesemia | 26 | 1 | 21 | 1 |
| Increased Creatinine | 23 | 2 | 16 | 1 |
Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
The safety of TECENTRIQ with carboplatin and etoposide was evaluated in IMpower133, a randomized, multicenter, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial in which 198 patients with ES-SCLC received TECENTRIQ 1200 mg and carboplatin AUC 5 mg/mL/min on Day 1 and etoposide 100 mg/m2 intravenously on Days 1, 2 and 3 of each 21-day cycle for a maximum of 4 cycles, followed by TECENTRIQ 1200 mg every 3 weeks until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity [see Clinical Studies (14.2)]. Among 198 patients receiving TECENTRIQ, 32% were exposed for 6 months or longer and 12% were exposed for 12 months or longer.
Fatal adverse reactions occurred in 2% of patients receiving TECENTRIQ. These included pneumonia, respiratory failure, neutropenia, and death (1 patient each).
Serious adverse reactions occurred in 37% of patients receiving TECENTRIQ. Serious adverse reactions in >2% were pneumonia (4.5%), neutropenia (3.5%), febrile neutropenia (2.5%), and thrombocytopenia (2.5%).
TECENTRIQ was discontinued due to adverse reactions in 11% of patients. The most frequent adverse reaction requiring permanent discontinuation in >2% of patients was infusion-related reactions (2.5%).
Adverse reactions leading to interruption of TECENTRIQ occurred in 59% of patients; the most common (>1%) were neutropenia (22%), anemia (9%), leukopenia (7%), thrombocytopenia (5%), fatigue (4.0%), infusion-related reaction (3.5%), pneumonia (2.0%), febrile neutropenia (1.5%), increased ALT (1.5%), and nausea (1.5%).
Tables 14 and 15 summarize adverse reactions and laboratory abnormalities, respectively, in patients who received TECENTRIQ with carboplatin and etoposide in IMpower133.
| Adverse Reaction | TECENTRIQ with Carboplatin and Etoposide N = 198 |
Placebo with Carboplatin and Etoposide N = 196 |
||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
|
| Graded per NCI CTCAE v4.0 | ||||
| General | ||||
| Fatigue/asthenia | 39 | 5 | 33 | 3 |
| Gastrointestinal | ||||
| Nausea | 38 | 1 | 33 | 1 |
| Constipation | 26 | 1 | 30 | 1 |
| Vomiting | 20 | 2 | 17 | 3 |
| Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue | ||||
| Alopecia | 37 | 0 | 35 | 0 |
| Metabolism and Nutrition | ||||
| Decreased appetite | 27 | 1 | 18 | 0 |
| Laboratory Abnormality | TECENTRIQ with Carboplatin and Etoposide | Placebo with Carboplatin and Etoposide | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
|
| Each test incidence is based on the number of patients who had both baseline and at least one on-study laboratory measurement available: TECENTRIQ (range: 181-193); Placebo (range: 181-196). Graded per NCI CTCAE v4.0 | ||||
| Hematology | ||||
| Anemia | 94 | 17 | 93 | 19 |
| Neutropenia | 73 | 45 | 76 | 48 |
| Thrombocytopenia | 58 | 20 | 53 | 17 |
| Lymphopenia | 46 | 14 | 38 | 11 |
| Chemistry | ||||
| Hyperglycemia | 67 | 10 | 65 | 8 |
| Increased Alkaline Phosphatase | 38 | 1 | 35 | 2 |
| Hyponatremia | 34 | 15 | 33 | 11 |
| Hypoalbuminemia | 32 | 1 | 30 | 0 |
| Decreased TSHTSH = thyroid-stimulating hormone. NCI CTCAE v4.0 does not include these laboratories. | 28 | NANA = Not applicable. | 15 | NA |
| Hypomagnesemia | 31 | 5 | 35 | 6 |
| Hypocalcemia | 26 | 3 | 28 | 5 |
| Increased ALT | 26 | 3 | 31 | 1 |
| Increased AST | 22 | 1 | 21 | 2 |
| Increased Blood Creatinine | 22 | 4 | 15 | 1 |
| Hyperphosphatemia | 21 | NA | 23 | NA |
| Increased TSH | 21 | NA | 7 | NA |
Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC)
The safety of TECENTRIQ in combination with bevacizumab was evaluated in IMbrave150, a multicenter, international, randomized, open-label trial in patients with locally advanced or metastatic or unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma who have not received prior systemic treatment [see Clinical Studies (14.3)]. Patients received 1,200 mg of TECENTRIQ intravenously followed by 15 mg/kg bevacizumab (n=329) every 3 weeks, or 400 mg of sorafenib (n=156) given orally twice daily, until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. The median duration of exposure to TECENTRIQ was 7.4 months (range: 0-16 months) and to bevacizumab was 6.9 months (range: 0-16 months).
Fatal adverse reactions occurred in 4.6% of patients in the TECENTRIQ and bevacizumab arm. The most common adverse reactions leading to death were gastrointestinal and esophageal varices hemorrhage (1.2%) and infections (1.2%).
Serious adverse reactions occurred in 38% of patients in the TECENTRIQ and bevacizumab arm. The most frequent serious adverse reactions (≥ 2%) were gastrointestinal hemorrhage (7%), infections (6%), and pyrexia (2.1%).
Adverse reactions leading to discontinuation of TECENTRIQ occurred in 9% of patients in the TECENTRIQ and bevacizumab arm. The most common adverse reactions leading to TECENTRIQ discontinuation were hemorrhages (1.2%), including gastrointestinal, subarachnoid, and pulmonary hemorrhages; increased transaminases or bilirubin (1.2%); infusion-related reaction/cytokine release syndrome (0.9%); and autoimmune hepatitis (0.6%).
Adverse reactions leading to interruption of TECENTRIQ occurred in 41% of patients in the TECENTRIQ and bevacizumab arm; the most common (≥ 2%) were liver function laboratory abnormalities including increased transaminases, bilirubin, or alkaline phosphatase (8%); infections (6%); gastrointestinal hemorrhages (3.6%); thrombocytopenia/decreased platelet count (3.6%); hyperthyroidism (2.7%); and pyrexia (2.1%).
Immune-related adverse reactions requiring systemic corticosteroid therapy occurred in 12% of patients in the TECENTRIQ and bevacizumab arm.
Tables 16 and 17 summarize adverse reactions and laboratory abnormalities, respectively, in patients who received TECENTRIQ and bevacizumab in IMbrave150.
| Adverse Reaction | TECENTRIQ in combination with Bevacizumab (n = 329) |
Sorafenib (n=156) |
||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All GradesGraded per NCI CTCAE v4.0
(%) |
Grades 3–4
(%) |
All Grades
(%) |
Grades 3–4
(%) |
|
| Vascular Disorders | ||||
| Hypertension | 30 | 15 | 24 | 12 |
| General Disorders and Administration Site Conditions | ||||
| Fatigue/astheniaIncludes fatigue and asthenia | 26 | 2 | 32 | 6 |
| Pyrexia | 18 | 0 | 10 | 0 |
| Renal and Urinary Disorders | ||||
| Proteinuria | 20 | 3 | 7 | 0.6 |
| Investigations | ||||
| Weight Decreased | 11 | 0 | 10 | 0 |
| Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue Disorders | ||||
| Pruritus | 19 | 0 | 10 | 0 |
| Rash | 12 | 0 | 17 | 2.6 |
| Gastrointestinal Disorders | ||||
| Diarrhea | 19 | 1.8 | 49 | 5 |
| Constipation | 13 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
| Abdominal Pain | 12 | 0 | 17 | 0 |
| Nausea | 12 | 0 | 16 | 0 |
| Vomiting | 10 | 0 | 8 | 0 |
| Metabolism and Nutrition Disorders | ||||
| Decreased Appetite | 18 | 1.2 | 24 | 3.8 |
| Respiratory, Thoracic and Mediastinal Disorders | ||||
| Cough | 12 | 0 | 10 | 0 |
| Epistaxis | 10 | 0 | 4.5 | 0 |
| Injury, Poisoning and Procedural Complications | ||||
| Infusion-Related Reaction | 11 | 2.4 | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory Abnormality | TECENTRIQ in combination with Bevacizumab (n = 329) |
Sorafenib (n=156) |
||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All GradesGraded per NCI CTCAE v4.0
(%) |
Grades 3–4
(%) |
All Grades
(%) |
Grades 3–4
(%) |
|
| Each test incidence is based on the number of patients who had both baseline and at least one on-study laboratory measurement available: TECENTRIQ plus bevacizumab (222-323) and sorafenib (90-153) | ||||
| Chemistry | ||||
| Increased AST | 86 | 16 | 90 | 16 |
| Increased Alkaline Phosphatase | 70 | 4 | 76 | 4.6 |
| Increased ALT | 62 | 8 | 70 | 4.6 |
| Decreased Albumin | 60 | 1.5 | 54 | 0.7 |
| Decreased Sodium | 54 | 13 | 49 | 9 |
| Increased Glucose | 48 | 9 | 43 | 4.6 |
| Decreased Calcium | 30 | 0.3 | 35 | 1.3 |
| Decreased Phosphorus | 26 | 4.7 | 58 | 16 |
| Increased Potassium | 23 | 1.9 | 16 | 2 |
| Hypomagnesemia | 22 | 0 | 22 | 0 |
| Hematology | ||||
| Decreased Platelet | 68 | 7 | 63 | 4.6 |
| Decreased Lymphocytes | 62 | 13 | 58 | 11 |
| Decreased Hemoglobin | 58 | 3.1 | 62 | 3.9 |
| Increased Bilirubin | 57 | 8 | 59 | 14 |
| Decreased Leukocyte | 32 | 3.4 | 29 | 1.3 |
| Decreased Neutrophil | 23 | 2.3 | 16 | 1.1 |
Melanoma
The safety of TECENTRIQ, administered with cobimetinib and vemurafenib was evaluated in IMspire150, a double-blind, randomized (1:1), placebo-controlled study conducted in patients with previously untreated BRAF V600 mutation-positive metastatic or unresectable melanoma [see Clinical Studies (14.4)]. Patients received TECENTRIQ with cobimetinib and vemurafenib (N=230) or placebo with cobimetinib and vemurafenib (n=281).
Among the 230 patients who received TECENTRIQ administered with cobimetinib and vemurafenib, the median duration of exposure to TECENTRIQ was 9.2 months (range: 0-30 months) to cobimetinib was 10.0 months (range: 1-31 months) and to vemurafenib was 9.8 months (range: 1-31 months).
Fatal adverse reactions occurred in 3% of patients in the TECENTRIQ plus cobimetinib and vemurafenib arm. Adverse reactions leading to death were hepatic failure, fulminant hepatitis, sepsis, septic shock, pneumonia, and cardiac arrest.
Serious adverse reactions occurred in 45% of patients in the TECENTRIQ plus cobimetinib and vemurafenib arm. The most frequent (≥ 2%) serious adverse reactions were hepatotoxicity (7%), pyrexia (6%), pneumonia (4.3%), malignant neoplasms (2.2%), and acute kidney injury (2.2%).
Adverse reactions leading to discontinuation of TECENTRIQ occurred in 21% of patients in the TECENTRIQ plus cobimetinib and vemurafenib arm. The most frequent (≥ 2%) adverse reactions leading to TECENTRIQ discontinuation were increased ALT (2.2%) and pneumonitis (2.6%).
Adverse reactions leading to interruption of TECENTRIQ occurred in 68% of patients in the TECENTRIQ plus cobimetinib and vemurafenib arm. The most frequent (≥ 2%) adverse reactions leading to TECENTRIQ interruption were pyrexia (14%), increased ALT (13%), hyperthyroidism (10%), increased AST (10%), increased lipase (9%), increased amylase (7%), pneumonitis (5%), increased CPK (4.3%), diarrhea (3.5%), pneumonia (3.5%), asthenia (3%), rash (3%), influenza (3%), arthralgia (2.6%), fatigue (2.2%), dyspnea (2.2%), cough (2.2%), peripheral edema (2.2%), uveitis (2.2%), bronchitis (2.2%), hypothyroidism (2.2%), and respiratory tract infection (2.2%).
Tables 18 and 19 summarize the incidence of adverse reactions and laboratory abnormalities in Study IMspire150.
| Adverse Reaction | TECENTRIQ in combination with Cobimetinib and Vemurafenib (n=230) |
Placebo with Cobimetinib and Vemurafenib (n=281) |
||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Grades (%) |
Grade 3–4 (%) |
All Grades (%) |
Grade 3–4 (%) |
|
| Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue Disorders | ||||
| RashIncludes rash, rash maculo-papular, dermatitis acneiform, rash macular, rash erythematous, eczema, skin exfoliation, rash papular, rash pustular, palmar-plantar erythrodysaesthesia syndrome, dermatitis, dermatitis contact, erythema multiforme, rash pruritic, drug eruption, nodular rash, dermatitis allergic, exfoliative rash, dermatitis exfoliative generalised and rash morbilliform | 75 | 27 | 72 | 23 |
| Pruritus | 26 | <1 | 17 | <1 |
| Photosensitivity reaction | 21 | <1 | 25 | 3.2 |
| General Disorders and Administration Site Conditions | ||||
| Fatigue Includes fatigue, asthenia and malaise | 51 | 3 | 45 | 1.8 |
| Pyrexia Includes pyrexia and hyperpyrexia | 49 | 1.7 | 35 | 2.1 |
| Edema Includes edema peripheral, lymphoedema, oedema, face oedema, eyelid oedema, periorbital oedema, lip oedema and generalised oedema | 26 | <1 | 21 | 0 |
| Gastrointestinal Disorders | ||||
| Hepatotoxicity Includes alanine aminotransferase increased, aspartate aminotransferase increased, blood bilirubin increased, transaminases increased, hepatitis, hepatic enzyme increased, hepatotoxicity, hypertransaminasaemia, bilirubin conjugated increased, hepatocellular injury, hyperbilirubinaemia, liver function test increased, hepatic failure, hepatitis fulminant and liver function test abnormal | 50 | 21 | 36 | 13 |
| Nausea | 30 | <1 | 32 | 2.5 |
| Stomatitis Includes stomatitis, mucosal inflammation, aphthous ulcer, mouth ulceration, cheilitis and glossitis | 23 | 1.3 | 15 | <1 |
| Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Disorders | ||||
| Musculoskeletal pain Includes arthralgia, myalgia, pain in extremity, back pain, musculoskeletal pain, arthritis, neck pain, musculoskeletal chest pain, musculoskeletal stiffness, bone pain, spinal pain, immune-mediated arthritis, joint stiffness and non-cardiac chest pain | 62 | 4.3 | 48 | 3.2 |
| Endocrine Disorders | ||||
| Hypothyroidism Includes hypothyroidism and blood thyroid stimulating hormone increased | 22 | 0 | 10 | 0 |
| Hyperthyroidism | 18 | <1 | 8 | 0 |
| Injury, Poisoning and Procedural Complications | ||||
| Infusion-related reaction Includes infusion related reaction and hypersensitivity | 10 | 2.6 | 8 | <1 |
| Respiratory, Thoracic and Mediastinal Disorders | ||||
| Pneumonitis Includes pneumonitis and interstitial lung disease | 12 | 1.3 | 6 | <1 |
| Vascular Disorders | ||||
| Hypertension Includes hypertension, blood pressure increased, hypertensive crisis | 17 | 10 | 18 | 7 |
Clinically important adverse reactions in < 10% of patients who received TECENTRIQ plus cobimetinib and vemurafenib were:
Cardiac Disorders: Arrhythmias, ejection fraction decreased, electrocardiogram QT prolonged
Eye Disorders: Uveitis
Gastrointestinal disorders: Pancreatitis
Infections and infestations: Pneumonia, urinary tract infection
Metabolism and nutrition disorders: Hyperglycemia
Nervous system Disorders: Dizziness, dysgeusia, syncope
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders: Dyspnea, oropharyngeal pain
Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue Disorders: Vitiligo
| Laboratory Abnormality | TECENTRIQ in combination with Cobimetinib and Vemurafenib (n=230) |
Placebo with Cobimetinib and Vemurafenib (n=281) |
||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Grades (%) |
Grade 3–4 (%) |
All Grades (%) |
Grade 3–4 (%) |
|
| Graded per NCI CTCAE v4.0. | ||||
| Each test incidence is based on the number of patients who had both baseline and at least one on-study laboratory measurement available: TECENTRIQ plus cobimetinib and vemurafenib (28-277), placebo plus cobimetinib and vemurafenib arm (25-230). | ||||
| Hematology | ||||
| Decreased Lymphocytes | 80 | 24 | 72 | 17 |
| Decreased Hemoglobin | 77 | 2.6 | 72 | 2.2 |
| Decreased Platelet | 34 | 1.3 | 24 | 0.4 |
| Decreased Neutrophils | 26 | 2.2 | 19 | 1.5 |
| Chemistry | ||||
| Increased Creatine Kinase | 88 | 22 | 81 | 18 |
| Increased AST | 80 | 13 | 68 | 6 |
| Increased ALT | 79 | 18 | 62 | 12 |
| Increased Triacylglycerol Lipase | 75 | 46 | 62 | 35 |
| Increased Alkaline Phosphatase | 73 | 6 | 63 | 2.9 |
| Decreased Phosphorus | 67 | 22 | 64 | 14 |
| Increased Amylase | 51 | 13 | 45 | 13 |
| Increased Blood Urea Nitrogen | 47 | NANA= Not applicable. NCI CTCAE v4.0 does not include these laboratories. | 37 | NA |
| Decreased Albumin | 43 | 0.9 | 34 | 1.5 |
| Increased Bilirubin | 42 | 3.1 | 33 | 0.7 |
| Decreased Calcium | 41 | 1.3 | 28 | 0 |
| Decreased Sodium | 40 | 5 | 34 | 7 |
| Decreased Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone | 38 | NA | 23 | NA |
| Increased Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone Increased Thyroid Stimulating Hormone has a difference <5% (All Grades) between arms and is included for clinical completeness. | 37 | NA | 33 | NA |
| Decreased Potassium | 36 | 5 | 22 | 4.3 |
| Increased Triiodothyronine | 33 | NA | 18 | NA |
| Increased Free Thyroxine | 32 | NA | 21 | NA |
| Decreased Total Triiodothyronine | 32 | NA | 8 | NA |
| Increased Potassium | 29 | 1.3 | 19 | 1.4 |
| Decreased Triiodothyronine | 27 | NA | 21 | NA |
| Increased Sodium | 20 | 0 | 13 | 0.4 |
Unresectable or Metastatic Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma (ASPS)
The safety of TECENTRIQ was evaluated in 47 adult and 2 pediatric patients enrolled in Study ML39345 [see Clinical Studies (14.5)]. Adult patients received TECENTRIQ 1200 mg every 3 weeks and pediatric patients received 15 mg/kg up to a maximum 1200 mg every 3 weeks until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. The median duration of exposure to TECENTRIQ was 8.9 months (1 to 40 months).
Serious adverse reactions occurred in 41% of patients receiving TECENTRIQ. The most frequent serious adverse reactions (>2%) were fatigue, pain in extremity, pulmonary hemorrhage, and pneumonia (4.1% each).
Dosage interruptions of TECENTRIQ due to an adverse reaction occurred in 35% of patients. The most common adverse reactions (≥3%) leading to dose interruptions were pneumonitis and pain in extremity (4.1% each).
Tables 20 and 21 summarize adverse reactions and laboratory abnormalities in Study ML39345.
| Adverse Reaction | TECENTRIQ N = 49 |
|
|---|---|---|
| All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
|
| Graded per NCI CTCAE v4.0 | ||
| General disorders and administration site conditions | ||
| Fatigue | 55 | 2 |
| Pyrexia | 25 | 2 |
| Influenza like illness | 18 | 0 |
| Gastrointestinal disorders | ||
| Nausea | 43 | 0 |
| Vomiting | 37 | 0 |
| Constipation | 33 | 0 |
| Diarrhea | 27 | 2 |
| Abdominal painIncludes abdominal pain and abdominal pain upper | 25 | 0 |
| Metabolism and nutrition disorders | ||
| Decreased appetite | 22 | 2 |
| Respiratory, Thoracic and Mediastinal | ||
| CoughIncludes cough, upper-airway cough syndrome, and productive cough | 45 | 0 |
| Dyspnea | 33 | 0 |
| Rhinitis allergic | 16 | 0 |
| Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders | ||
| Musculoskeletal painIncludes arthralgia, pain in extremity, myalgia, non-cardiac chest pain, neck pain, musculoskeletal chest pain, and back pain | 67 | 8 |
| Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders | ||
| RashIncludes rash maculo-papular, rash, dermatitis acneiform, eczema, skin exfoliation, and drug eruption | 47 | 2 |
| Nervous system disorders | ||
| Headache | 43 | 4 |
| DizzinessIncludes vertigo and dizziness | 29 | 4 |
| Vascular disorders | ||
| Hypertension | 43 | 6 |
| HemorrhageIncludes pulmonary hemorrhage, hemoptysis, conjunctival hemorrhage, epistaxis, hematuria, rectal hemorrhage, and laryngeal hemorrhage | 29 | 2 |
| Psychiatric disorders | ||
| Insomnia | 27 | 0 |
| Anxiety | 25 | 0 |
| Cardiac Disorders | ||
| ArrhythmiaIncludes atrial fibrillation, sinus bradycardia, ventricular tachycardia, and sinus tachycardia | 22 | 2 |
| Endocrine disoders | ||
| HypothyroidismIncludes hypothyroidism and blood thyroid stimulating hormone increased | 25 | 0 |
| Investigations | ||
| Weight decreased | 18 | 0 |
| Weight increased | 16 | 6 |
| Laboratory Abnormality Laboratory tests which do not have NCI CTCAE grading criteria are also included for All Grade assessments, which were performed by comparing to respective lab normal ranges. | TECENTRIQThe denominators used to calculate the rate varied from 4-49 for all tests of interest based on the number of patients with a baseline value and at least one on-study laboratory measurement available. | |
|---|---|---|
| All Grades (%) |
Grades 3–4 (%) |
|
| Hematology | ||
| Decreased Hemoglobin | 63 | 0 |
| Decreased Platelets | 27 | 0 |
| Increased Platelets | 29 | 0 |
| Chemistry | ||
| Increased Alkaline Phosphatase | 29 | 0 |
| Decreased Amylase | 40 | 0 |
| Increased Amylase | 20 | 20 |
| Decreased Bilirubin | 49 | 0 |
| Decreased Calcium | 47 | 0 |
| Increased Calcium | 25 | 14 |
| Decreased Glucose | 33 | 0 |
| Increased Glucose | 78 | 0 |
| Decreased Glucose (fasting) | 25 | 0 |
| Decreased Magnesium | 21 | 0 |
| Increased Magnesium | 26 | 26 |
| Increased AST | 39 | 2 |
| Increased ALT | 33 | 2 |
| Decreased Sodium | 43 | 0 |
| Increased Lipase | 25 | 25 |
6.2 Postmarketing Experience
The following adverse reactions have been identified during post-approval use of TECENTRIQ. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure.
- Cardiac: pericarditis, pericardial effusion, cardiac tamponade
8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS
Lactation: Advise not to breastfeed. (8.2)
8.1 Pregnancy
Risk Summary
Based on its mechanism of action [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1)], TECENTRIQ can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. There are no available data on the use of TECENTRIQ in pregnant women.
Animal studies have demonstrated that inhibition of the PD-L1/PD-1 pathway can lead to increased risk of immune-related rejection of the developing fetus resulting in fetal death (see Data). Advise females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a 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.
Data
Animal Data
Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with TECENTRIQ to evaluate its effect on reproduction and fetal development. A literature-based assessment of the effects on reproduction demonstrated that a central function of the PD-L1/PD-1 pathway is to preserve pregnancy by maintaining maternal immune tolerance to a fetus. Blockage of PD-L1 signaling has been shown in murine models of pregnancy to disrupt tolerance to a fetus and to result in an increase in fetal loss; therefore, potential risks of administering TECENTRIQ during pregnancy include increased rates of abortion or stillbirth. As reported in the literature, there were no malformations related to the blockade of PD-L1/PD-1 signaling in the offspring of these animals; however, immune-mediated disorders occurred in PD-1 and PD-L1 knockout mice. Based on its mechanism of action, fetal exposure to atezolizumab may increase the risk of developing immune-mediated disorders or altering the normal immune response.
8.2 Lactation
Risk Summary
There is no information regarding the presence of atezolizumab in human milk, the effects on the breastfed infant, or the effects on milk production. As human IgG is excreted in human milk, the potential for absorption and harm to the infant is unknown. Because of the potential for serious adverse reactions in breastfed infants from TECENTRIQ, advise women not to breastfeed during treatment and for at least 5 months after the last dose.
8.3 Females and Males of Reproductive Potential
Pregnancy Testing
Verify pregnancy status in females of reproductive potential prior to initiating TECENTRIQ [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1)].