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Tislelizumab

PD-1/PD-L1 (Programmed cell death protein 1/death ligand 1) inhibitors

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Therapeutic class
PD-1/PD-L1 (Programmed cell death protein 1/death ligand 1) inhibitors
Action class
Programmed Death Receptor-1 Blocking Antibody
Mechanism
Programmed Death Receptor-1-directed Antibody Interactions
Habit forming
No
Availability
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Brand names

Tevimbra

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10 ML · Injection

FDA label sections are from openFDA and may not reflect the most recent labeling — confirm against the current DailyMed label.

Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE TEVIMBRA is a programmed death receptor-1 (PD-1)-blocking antibody indicated for: Esophageal Cancer in combination with platinum-containing chemotherapy for the first-line treatment of adults with unresectable or metastatic esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) whose tumors express PD-L1 (≥1). ( 1.1 ) as a single agent in adults with unresectable or metastatic esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) after prior systemic chemotherapy that did not include a PD-(L)1 inhibitor. ( 1.1 ) Gastric Cancer in combination with platinum and fluoropyrimidine-based chemotherapy in adults for the first line treatment of unresectable or metastatic HER2-negative gastric or gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma whose tumors express PD-L1 (≥1). ( 1.2 ) 1.1 Esophageal Cancer First-Line Treatment of Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma TEVIMBRA, in combination with platinum-containing chemotherapy, is indicated for the first-line treatment of adults with unresectable or metastatic esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) whose tumors express PD-L1 (≥1). Previously Treated Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma TEVIMBRA, as a single agent, is indicated for the treatment of adults with unresectable or metastatic esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) after prior systemic chemotherapy that did not include a PD-(L)1 inhibitor. 1.2 Gastric Cancer TEVIMBRA, in combination with platinum and fluoropyrimidine-based chemotherapy, is indicated for the first-line treatment of adults with unresectable or metastatic HER2-negative gastric or gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma (G/GEJ) whose tumors express PD-L1 (≥1).
How it works
12.1 Mechanism of Action Binding of the PD-1 ligands PD-L1 and PD-L2, to the PD-1 receptor found on T cells, inhibits T-cell proliferation and cytokine production. Upregulation of PD-1 ligands occurs in some tumors and signaling through this pathway can contribute to inhibition of active T-cell immune surveillance of tumors. Tislelizumab-jsgr binds to PD-1 and blocks its interaction with PD-L1 and PD-L2, releasing PD-1 pathway-mediated inhibition of the immune response, including the anti-tumor immune response. Tislelizumab-jsgr decreased tumor growth in xenograft models and a human PD-1 transgenic mouse model.
How to use / dosing
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Recommended Dosage: Esophageal Cancer 150 mg every 2 weeks or 200 mg every 3 weeks or 300 mg every 4 weeks or 400 mg every 6 weeks in combination with platinum-containing chemotherapy for first-line treatment of unresectable or metastatic ESCC. ( 2.2 ) 150 mg every 2 weeks or 200 mg every 3 weeks or 300 mg every 4 weeks or 400 mg every 6 weeks as a single agent for treatment of unresectable or metastatic ESCC. ( 2.2 ) Gastric Cancer 150 mg every 2 weeks or 200 mg every 3 weeks or 300 mg every 4 weeks or 400 mg every 6 weeks in combination with platinum and fluoropyrimidine-based chemotherapy. ( 2.2 ) 2.1 Patient Selection Select patients for the first-line treatment of unresectable or metastatic esophageal squamous cell carcinoma based on the presence of PD-L1 in tumor specimens [see Clinical Studies (14.1) ]. An FDA-approved companion diagnostic for the detection of PD-L1 in patients with unresectable or metastatic esophageal squamous cell carcinoma is not available. Select patients for the first-line treatment of unresectable or metastatic HER2-negative gastric or gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma (G/GEJ) based on the presence of PD-L1 in tumor specimens [see Clinical Studies (14.2) ] . An FDA-approved companion diagnostic for the detection of PD-L1 in patients with unresectable or metastatic HER2-negative gastric or gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma (G/GEJ) is not available. 2.2 Recommended Dosage The recommended dosages of TEVIMBRA administered intravenously as a single agent or in combination with other therapeutic agents are presented in Table 1. Table 1: Recommended Dosages for TEVIMBRA as a Single Agent or in Combination with Other Therapeutic Agents Indication Recommended Dosage of TEVIMBRA Duration/Timing of Treatment ESCC OR First-Line Gastric Cancer 150 mg every 2 weeks OR 200 mg every 3 weeks OR 300 mg every 4 weeks OR 400 mg every 6 weeks Until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. Refer to the respective Prescribing Information for each therapeutic agent administered in combination with TEVIMBRA for the recommended dosage information, as appropriate. 2.3 Dosage Modifications for Adverse Reactions No dose reduction of TEVIMBRA is recommended. In general, withhold TEVIMBRA for severe (Grade 3) immune-mediated adverse reactions. Permanently discontinue TEVIMBRA 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 equivalent per day within 12 weeks of initiating steroids [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Dosage modifications for TEVIMBRA for adverse reactions that require management different from these general guidelines are summarized in Table 2 . Refer to the respective Prescribing Information for dosage modifications for the platinum and fluoropyrimidine agent administered in combination with TEVIMBRA. Table 2: Recommended Dosage Modifications for Adverse Reactions Adverse Reaction Severity of Adverse Reaction Based on Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (CTCAE) Version 4. Dosage Modifications ALT = alanine aminotransferase, AST = aspartate aminotransferase, ULN = upper limit of normal, SJS = Stevens-Johnson syndrome, TEN = toxic epidermal necrolysis, DRESS = drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms. Immune-Mediated Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Pneumonitis Grade 2 Withhold Resume in patients with complete or partial resolution (Grades 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. Grade 3 or 4 or recurrent Grade 2 Permanently discontinue Colitis Grade 2 or 3 Withhold Grade 4 Permanently discontinue Hepatitis with no tumo
Side effects
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are discussed in more detail in other sections of the label: Severe and fatal immune-mediated adverse reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Infusion-related reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Most common adverse reactions (≥20%), including laboratory abnormalities, were: TEVIMBRA in combination with platinum-containing chemotherapy: decreased neutrophil count, decreased sodium, increased glucose, anemia, fatigue, decreased appetite, increased AST, decreased potassium, increased serum creatinine, decreased calcium, increased ALT, diarrhea, stomatitis, and vomiting. ( 6.1 ) TEVIMBRA as a single agent: increased glucose, decreased hemoglobin, decreased lymphocytes, decreased sodium, decreased albumin, increased alkaline phosphatase, anemia, fatigue, increased AST, musculoskeletal pain, decreased weight, increased ALT, and cough. ( 6.1 ) TEVIMBRA in combination with platinum and fluoropyrimidine-based chemotherapy: nausea, fatigue, decreased appetite, anemia, peripheral sensory neuropathy, vomiting, decreased platelet count, decreased neutrophil count, increased aspartate aminotransferase, diarrhea, abdominal pain, increased alanine aminotransferase, decreased white blood cell count, decreased weight, and pyrexia. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact BeOne Medicines at 1-877-828-5596 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 pooled safety population described in WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS reflect exposure to TEVIMBRA as a single agent in 2390 patients enrolled in three randomized open-label, active-controlled studies (BGB-A317-301, RATIONALE-302, BGB-A317-303) and six open-label, single-arm studies (BGB-A317-209, BGB-A317-208, BGB-A317-204, BGB-A317-203, BGB-A317-102, BGB-A317_Study_001), which enrolled 307 patients with esophageal squamous cell carcinoma and 2083 patients with advanced or recurrent tumors. TEVIMBRA was administered at a dose of 200 mg intravenously once every 3 weeks, except in study BGB-A317_Study_001 where patients also received other dosage regimens. Among the 2390 patients, 38% were exposed for longer than 6 months, and 23% were exposed for longer than 12 months. First-line Treatment of Unresectable or Metastatic Esophageal Carcinoma (ESCC) The safety of TEVIMBRA in combination with chemotherapy was evaluated in RATIONALE-306, a randomized, placebo-controlled, multicenter, double-blind trial in patients with unresectable, advanced, or metastatic ESCC [see Clinical Studies (14.1) ] . Patients were randomized (1:1) to receive either TEVIMBRA 200 mg by intravenous infusion over 30-60 minutes every 3 weeks or placebo plus a chemotherapy doublet regimen. The chemotherapy doublet regimens consisted of: Platinum (cisplatin [60 to 80 mg/m 2 IV, on Day 1] or oxaliplatin [130 mg/m 2 IV, on Day 1]) and a fluoropyrimidine (5-FU [750 to 800 mg/m 2 IV, on Day 1 to 5] or capecitabine [1000 mg/m 2 orally twice daily, on Day 1 to 14]) or Platinum (cisplatin [60 to 80 mg/m 2 IV, on Day 1 or 2] or oxaliplatin [130 mg/m 2 IV, on Day 1 or 2]) and (paclitaxel 175 mg/m 2 IV, on Day 1) Patients were treated until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. The median duration of exposure was 6.4 months (range: 0.1 to 38.3 months) in TEVIMBRA-treated patients. Serious adverse reactions occurred in 48% of patients receiving TEVIMBRA in combination with chemotherapy. The most frequent serious adverse reactions (≥2%) were pneumonia (5.2%), dysphagia (5.2%), diarrhea (2.2%), fatigue (2.2%), and esophageal stenosis (2.2%). Fatal adverse reactions occurred in 8% of patients who received TEVIMBRA in combination with chemother

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 its mechanism of action, TEVIMBRA can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) ] . There are no available data on the use of TEVIMBRA in pregnant women. Animal studies have demonstrated that inhibition of the PD-1/PD-L1 pathway can lead to increased risk of immune-mediated rejection of the developing fetus resulting in fetal death (see Data ) . Human IgG4 immunoglobulins (IgG4) are known to cross the placental barrier; therefore, tislelizumab-jsgr has the potential to be transmitted from the mother to the developing fetus. 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 Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with TEVIMBRA to evaluate its effect on reproduction and fetal development. A central function of the PD-1/PD-L1 pathway is to preserve pregnancy by maintaining maternal immune tolerance to the fetus. In murine models of pregnancy, blockade of PD-L1 signaling has been shown to disrupt tolerance to the fetus and to result in an increase in fetal loss; therefore, potential risks of administering TEVIMBRA during pregnancy include increased rates of abortion or stillbirth. As reported in the literature, there were no malformations related to the blockade of 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 tislelizumab-jsgr may increase the risk of developing immune-mediated disorders or altering the normal immune response.
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.
KidneyConsult your doctor
…immune-mediated endocrinopathies, immune-mediated nephritis with renal dysfunction, immune-mediated dermatologic adverse reactions, and solid organ transplant rejection.…
LiverConsult your doctor
…Evaluate liver enzymes, creatinine, and thyroid function at baseline and periodically during treatment.…
Warnings & precautions
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Immune-Mediated Adverse Reactions : ( 5.1 ) 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 nephritis with renal dysfunction, immune-mediated dermatologic adverse reactions, and solid organ transplant rejection. Monitor for early identification and management. Evaluate liver enzymes, creatinine, and thyroid function at baseline and periodically during treatment. Withhold or permanently discontinue TEVIMBRA based on the severity of reaction. Infusion-Related Reactions : Slow the rate of infusion, interrupt, or permanently discontinue based on severity of infusion reaction. ( 5.2 ) Complications of Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (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 to use effective contraception. ( 5.4 , 8.1 , 8.3 ) 5.1 Severe and Fatal Immune-Mediated Adverse Reactions TEVIMBRA is a monoclonal antibody that belongs to a class of drugs that bind to either the programmed death receptor-1 (PD-1) or 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 treatment with 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 TEVIMBRA depending on severity [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) ] . In general, if TEVIMBRA 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 corticosteroids. 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 TEVIMBRA can cause immune-mediated pneumonitis, which can be fatal. In patients treated with other PD-1/PD-L1 blocking antibodies, the incidence of pneumonitis is higher in patients who have received prior thoracic radiation. Immune-mediated pneumonitis occurred in 4.7% (113/2390) of patients receiving TEVIMBRA, including fatal (0.1%), Grade 4 (0.3%), Grade 3 (1.4%), and Grade 2 (1.9%) adverse reac
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. ( 4 )

Pediatric use

8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of TEVIMBRA have not been established in pediatric patients.

⚑ 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.

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.