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- Therapeutic class
- Other antineoplastic agents
- Action class
- Methyltransferase Inhibitor
- Mechanism
- Multidrug and Toxin Extrusion Transporter 1 Inhibitors
- Habit forming
- No
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200 MG · Oral Tablet
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Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE TAZVERIK is a methyltransferase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of: Adults and pediatric patients aged 16 years and older with metastatic or locally advanced epithelioid sarcoma not eligible for complete resection. ( 1.1 ) Adult patients with relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma whose tumors are positive for an EZH2 mutation as detected by an FDA-approved test and who have received at least 2 prior systemic therapies. ( 1.2 ) Adult patients with relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma who have no satisfactory alternative treatment options. ( 1.2 ) These indications are approved under accelerated approval based on overall response rate and duration of response. Continued approval for these indications may be contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in a confirmatory trial(s). 1.1 Epithelioid Sarcoma TAZVERIK is indicated for the treatment of adults and pediatric patients aged 16 years and older with metastatic or locally advanced epithelioid sarcoma not eligible for complete resection. This indication is approved under accelerated approval based on overall response rate and duration of response [see Clinical Studies ( 14.1 )]. Continued approval for this indication may be contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in a confirmatory trial(s). 1.2 Relapsed or Refractory Follicular Lymphoma TAZVERIK is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with relapsed or refractory (R/R) follicular lymphoma (FL) whose tumors are positive for an EZH2 mutation as detected by an FDA-approved test and who have received at least 2 prior systemic therapies. TAZVERIK is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with R/R FL who have no satisfactory alternative treatment options. These indications are approved under accelerated approval based on overall response rate and duration of response [see Clinical Studies ( 14.2 )]. Continued approval for these indications may be contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in a confirmatory trial(s).
How it works
12.1 Mechanism of Action Tazemetostat is an inhibitor of the methyltransferase, EZH2, and some EZH2 gain-of-function mutations including Y646X, A682G, and A692V. Tazemetostat also inhibited EZH1 with a half-maximal inhibitory concentration (IC 50 ) of 392 nM, approximately 36 times higher than the IC 50 for inhibition of EZH2. The most well-characterized function of EZH2 is as the catalytic subunit of the polycomb repressive complex 2 (PRC2), catalyzing mono-, di-, and trimethylation of lysine 27 of histone H3. Trimethylation of histone H3 leads to transcriptional repression. SWItch/Sucrose Non-Fermentable (SWI/SNF) complexes can antagonize PRC2 function in the regulation of the expression of certain genes of patients with epithelioid sarcoma. Preclinical in vitro and in vivo models with the loss or dysfunction of certain SWI/SNF complex members (e.g., integrase interactor 1 [INI1/SNF5/SMARCB1/BAF47], SMARCA4, and SMARCA2) can lead to aberrant EZH2 activity or expression and a resulting oncogenic dependence on EZH2. Tazemetostat suppressed proliferation of B-cell lymphoma cell lines in vitro and demonstrated antitumor activity in a mouse xenograft model of B-cell lymphoma with or without EZH2 gain-of-function mutations. Tazemetostat demonstrated greater effects on the inhibition of proliferation of lymphoma cell lines with mutant EZH2.
How to use / dosing
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Recommended dosage is 800 mg taken orally twice daily with or without food. ( 2.2 ) 2.1 Patient Selection Select patients with R/R FL for treatment with TAZVERIK based on the presence of EZH2 mutation of codons Y646, A682, or A692 in tumor specimens [see Clinical Studies ( 14.2 )] . Information on FDA-approved tests for the detection of EZH2 mutation in relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma is available at: http://www.fda.gov/CompanionDiagnostics. 2.2 Recommended Dosage The recommended dosage of TAZVERIK is 800 mg orally twice daily with or without food until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. Swallow tablets whole. Do not cut, crush, or chew tablets. Do not take an additional dose if a dose is missed or vomiting occurs after TAZVERIK, but continue with the next scheduled dose. 2.3 Dosage Modifications for Adverse Reactions Table 1 summarizes the recommended dose reductions, and Table 2 summarizes the recommended dosage modifications of TAZVERIK for adverse reactions. Table 1. Recommended Dose Reductions of TAZVERIK for Adverse Reactions *Permanently discontinue TAZVERIK in patients who are unable to tolerate 400 mg orally twice daily. Dose Reduction Dosage First 600 mg orally twice daily Second 400 mg orally twice daily* Table 2. Recommended Dosage Modifications of TAZVERIK for Adverse Reactions Adverse Reaction Severity Dosage Modification Neutropenia [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )] Neutrophil count less than 1 × 10 9 /L Withhold until neutrophil count is greater than or equal to 1 × 10 9 /L or baseline. For first occurrence, resume at same dose. For second and third occurrence, resume at reduced dose. Permanently discontinue after fourth occurrence. Thrombocytopenia [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )] Platelet count less than 50 × 10 9 /L Withhold until platelet count is greater than or equal to 75 × 10 9 /L or baseline. For first and second occurrence, resume at reduced dose. Permanently discontinue after third occurrence. Anemia [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )] Hemoglobin less than 8 g/dL Withhold until improvement to at least Grade 1 or baseline, then resume at same or reduced dose. Other adverse reactions [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )] Grade 3 Withhold until improvement to at least Grade 1 or baseline. For first and second occurrence, resume at reduced dose. Permanently discontinue after third occurrence. Grade 4 Withhold until improvement to at least Grade 1 or baseline. For first occurrence, resume at reduced dose. Permanently discontinue after second occurrence. 2.4 Dosage Modifications for Drug Interactions Strong or Moderate CYP3A Inhibitors Avoid coadministration of TAZVERIK with strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitors. If coadministration with a strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitor cannot be avoided, reduce the TAZVERIK dose as shown in Table 3 below. After discontinuation of the strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitor for 3 elimination half-lives, resume the TAZVERIK dose that was taken prior to initiating the inhibitor [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 ), Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . Table 3. Recommended Dose Reductions of TAZVERIK for Strong or Moderate CYP3A Inhibitors Current Dosage Adjusted Dosage 800 mg orally twice daily 400 mg orally twice daily 600 mg orally twice daily 400 mg for first dose and 200 mg for second dose 400 mg orally twice daily 200 mg orally twice daily
Side effects
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in labeling: Secondary Malignancies [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )]. The most common (≥20%) adverse reactions in patients with epithelioid sarcoma are pain, fatigue, nausea, decreased appetite, vomiting, and constipation. ( 6.1 ) The most common (≥20%) adverse reactions in patients with follicular lymphoma are fatigue, upper respiratory tract infection, musculoskeletal pain, nausea, and abdominal pain. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Epizyme at 855-463-5127 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical Trial Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared with rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. Epithelioid Sarcoma The safety of TAZVERIK was evaluated in a cohort (Cohort 5) of Study EZH-202 that enrolled patients with epithelioid sarcoma [see Clinical Studies ( 14.1 )]. Patients received TAZVERIK 800 mg orally twice daily (n=62). Among patients who received TAZVERIK, 44% were exposed for 6 months or longer and 24% were exposed for greater than one year. Serious adverse reactions occurred in 37% of patients who received TAZVERIK. Serious adverse reactions in ≥3% of patients who received TAZVERIK were hemorrhage, pleural effusion, skin infection, dyspnea, pain, and respiratory distress. One patient (2%) permanently discontinued TAZVERIK due to an adverse reaction of altered mood. Dosage interruptions due to an adverse reaction occurred in 34% of patients who received TAZVERIK. The most frequent adverse reactions requiring dosage interruptions in ≥3% were hemorrhage, increased alanine aminotransferase (ALT), and increased aspartate aminotransferase (AST). Dose reduction due to an adverse reaction occurred in one (2%) patient who received TAZVERIK; the dose was reduced in this patient for decreased appetite. The most common adverse reactions (≥20%) were pain, fatigue, nausea, decreased appetite, vomiting, and constipation. Table 4 presents adverse reactions in patients with epithelioid sarcoma in Cohort 5 of Study EZH-202. Table 4. Adverse Reactions (≥10%) in Patients with Epithelioid Sarcoma Who Received TAZVERIK in Cohort 5 of Study EZH-202 Adverse Reaction TAZVERIK N=62 All Grades (%) Grade 3 or 4 (%) a Includes tumor pain, pain in extremity, non-cardiac chest pain, flank pain, back pain, arthralgia, bone pain, cancer pain, musculoskeletal pain, myalgia, neck pain b Includes fatigue and asthenia c Includes abdominal pain, gastrointestinal pain, abdominal pain lower d Includes dyspnea and dyspnea exertional e Includes wound hemorrhage, rectal hemorrhage, pulmonary hemorrhage, hemorrhage intracranial, cerebral hemorrhage, hemoptysis General Pain a 52 7 Fatigue b 47 1.6 Gastrointestinal Nausea 36 0 Vomiting 24 0 Constipation 21 0 Diarrhea 16 0 Abdominal pain c 13 1.6 Metabolism and nutrition Decreased appetite 26 4.8 Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal Cough 18 0 Dyspnea d 16 4.8 Vascular Hemorrhage e 18 4.8 Nervous system Headache 18 0 Investigations Weight decreased 16 7 Table 5 summarizes select laboratory abnormalities in patients with epithelioid sarcoma in Cohort 5 of Study EZH-202. Table 5. Select Laboratory Abnormalities (≥ 10%) Worsening from Baseline in Patients with Epithelioid Sarcoma Who Received TAZVERIK in Cohort 5 of Study EZH-202 *The denominator used to calculate the rate varied from 39 to 61 based on the number of patients with a baseline value and at least one post-treatment value. Laboratory Abnormality TAZVERIK* All Grades (%) Grade 3 or 4 (%) Hematology Decreased hemoglobin 49 15 Decreased lymphocytes 36 13 Decreased white blood cell count 19 0 Chemistry Increased triglycerides 36 3.3 Increased glucose 33 1.6 Decreased sodium 30 1.7 Decreased phosphate 28 1.7 Decreased albumin
Safety advice
Conservative summary derived from FDA labeling — defaults to “consult your doctor” unless the label is explicit. Not a substitute for your clinician’s advice.
PregnancyUnsafe
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on findings from animal studies and its mechanism of action [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.1 )] , TAZVERIK can cause fetal harm when administered to pregnant women. There are no available data on TAZVERIK use in pregnant women to inform the drug-associated risk. Administration of tazemetostat to pregnant rats and rabbits during organogenesis resulted in dose-dependent increases in skeletal developmental abnormalities in both species beginning at maternal exposures approximately 1.5 times the adult human exposure [AUC 0-45h ] at the 800 mg twice daily dose (see Data ) . Advise pregnant women 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 In pregnant rats, once daily oral administration of tazemetostat during the period of organogenesis from gestation day (GD) 7 through 17 resulted in no maternal adverse effects at doses up to 100 mg/kg/day (approximately 6 times the adult human exposure at 800 mg twice daily). Skeletal malformations and variations occurred in fetuses at doses of ≥50 mg/kg (approximately 2 times the adult human exposure at the 800 mg twice daily dose). At 200 mg/kg (approximately 14 times the adult human exposure at the 800 mg twice daily dose), major findings included increased post implantation loss, missing digits, fused vertebrae, domed heads and fused bones of the skull, and reduced fetal body weights. In pregnant rabbits, no adverse maternal effects were observed after once daily oral administration of 400 mg/kg/day tazemetostat (approximately 7 times the adult human exposure at the 800 mg twice daily dose) from GD 7 through 19. Skeletal variations were present at doses ≥100 mg/kg/day (approximately 1.5 times the adult human exposure at the 800 mg twice daily dose), with skeletal malformations at ≥200 mg/kg/day (approximately 5.6 times the adult human exposure at the 800 mg twice daily dose). At 400 mg/kg (approximately 7 times the adult human exposure at the 800 mg twice daily dose), major findings included increased post implantation loss and cleft palate and snout.
BreastfeedingConsult your doctor
8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Lactation : Advise not to breastfeed.…
AlcoholNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
DrivingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
KidneyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
LiverNo information
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Warnings & precautions
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Secondary Malignancies : TAZVERIK increases the risk of developing secondary malignancies, including T-cell lymphoblastic lymphoma, myelodysplastic syndrome, acute myeloid leukemia, and B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Monitor patients long-term for the development of secondary malignancies. ( 5.1 ) Embryo-Fetal Toxicity : Can cause fetal harm. Advise patients of potential risk to a fetus and to use effective non-hormonal contraception. ( 5.2 ) 5.1 Secondary Malignancies The risk of developing secondary malignancies is increased following treatment with TAZVERIK. Across clinical trials of 758 adults who received TAZVERIK 800 mg twice daily as monotherapy, myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), acute myeloid leukemia (AML), or B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL) occurred in 1.7% of patients. One pediatric patient developed T-cell lymphoblastic lymphoma (T-LBL). Monitor patients long-term for the development of secondary malignancies. 5.2 Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Based on findings from animal studies and its mechanism of action, TAZVERIK can cause fetal harm when administered to pregnant women. There are no available data on TAZVERIK use in pregnant women to inform the drug-associated risk. Administration of tazemetostat to pregnant rats and rabbits during organogenesis resulted in dose-dependent increases in skeletal developmental abnormalities in both species beginning at maternal exposures approximately 1.5 times the adult human exposure (area under the plasma concentration time curve [AUC 0-45h ]) at the 800 mg twice daily dose. Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to a fetus. Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with TAZVERIK and for 6 months after the final dose. Advise males with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with TAZVERIK and for 3 months after the final dose [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.1 , 8.3 )] .
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. ( 4 )
Pediatric use
8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of TAZVERIK have been established in pediatric patients aged 16 years and older (adolescents) with metastatic or locally advanced epithelioid sarcoma. Use of TAZVERIK for this indication is supported by evidence from adequate and well-controlled studies in adults (including 3 adolescent patients aged 16 years) [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 ), Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 ), Clinical Studies ( 14.1 )] . The safety and effectiveness of TAZVERIK in pediatric patients aged less than 16 years have not been established. Juvenile Animal Toxicity Data In a 13-week juvenile rat toxicology study, animals were dosed daily from post-natal day 7 to day 97 (approximately equivalent to neonate to adulthood). Tazemetostat resulted in: T-LBL at doses ≥50 mg/kg (approximately 2.8 times the adult human exposure at the 800 mg twice daily dose) Increased trabecular bone at doses ≥100 mg/kg (approximately 10 times the adult human exposure at the 800 mg twice daily dose) Increased body weight at doses ≥50 mg/kg (approximately equal to the adult human exposure at the 800 mg twice daily dose) Distended testicles in males at doses ≥50 mg/kg (approximately equal to the adult human exposure at the 800 mg twice daily dose)
⚑ About half of pediatric medication use is off-label and not described in FDA labels — absence of pediatric information does not mean a medicine is unused or unsafe in children. Confirm with your clinician.
Interactions (label text — not an interaction checker)
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Strong or Moderate Cytochrome P450 (CYP)3A Inhibitors : Avoid coadministration of strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitors with TAZVERIK. Reduce the dose of TAZVERIK if coadministration of strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitors cannot be avoided. ( 2.3 , 7.1 ) Strong or Moderate CYP3A Inducers : Avoid coadministration with TAZVERIK. ( 7.1 ) 7.1 Effect of Other Drugs on TAZVERIK Strong or Moderate CYP3A Inhibitors Coadministration of TAZVERIK with a strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitor increases tazemetostat plasma concentrations [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )], which may increase the frequency or severity of adverse reactions. Avoid coadministration of strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitors with TAZVERIK. If coadministration of strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitors cannot be avoided, reduce TAZVERIK dose [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 )]. Strong or Moderate CYP3A Inducers Coadministration of TAZVERIK with a strong CYP3A inducer decreases tazemetostat plasma concentrations [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] , and coadministration of TAZVERIK with a moderate CYP3A inducer may also decrease tazemetostat plasma concentrations. The decrease in tazemetostat plasma concentration may decrease the efficacy of TAZVERIK. Avoid coadministration of moderate or strong CYP3A inducers with TAZVERIK. 7.2 Effect of TAZVERIK on Other Drugs CYP3A Substrates Coadministration of TAZVERIK with CYP3A substrates, including hormonal contraceptives, can result in decreased concentrations and reduced efficacy of CYP3A substrates [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.3 ), Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] .
Current FDA labels (DailyMed)
2 marketed products on record (RxNorm)
Reference only — not clinical advice. Verify against current FDA labeling and consult a licensed provider. About half of pediatric drug use is off-label and is not reflected in FDA labels; absence of pediatric information does not mean a medicine is unused or unsafe in children.