Mylotarg (Page 2 of 6)

2.4 Instructions for Reconstitution, Dilution, and Administration

Use appropriate aseptic technique for the reconstitution and dilution procedures. Protect the reconstituted and diluted MYLOTARG solution from light.

Reconstitution

  • MYLOTARG is a cytotoxic drug. Follow applicable special handling and disposal procedures.1
  • Calculate the dose (mg) and number of vials of MYLOTARG required.
  • Prior to reconstitution, allow drug product vials to reach room temperature (up to 30°C) for approximately 5 minutes.
  • Reconstitute each vial with 5 mL of Sterile Water for Injection, USP to obtain a concentration of 1 mg/mL of MYLOTARG that delivers 4.5 mL (4.5 mg).
  • Gently swirl the vial to aid dissolution. DO NOT SHAKE.
  • Inspect the reconstituted solution for particulates and discoloration. The reconstituted solution may contain small white to off-white, opaque to translucent, and amorphous to fiber-like particles.
  • MYLOTARG contains no bacteriostatic preservatives.
  • If the reconstituted solution cannot be used immediately, it may be stored in the original vial for up to 16 hours in a refrigerator (2°C to 8°C; 36°F to 46°F) or up to 3 hours at room temperature (up to 30°C). PROTECT FROM LIGHT. DO NOT FREEZE.

Dilution

  • Calculate the required volume of the reconstituted solution needed to obtain the appropriate dose according to patient body surface area. Withdraw this amount from the vial(s) using a syringe. PROTECT FROM LIGHT. Discard any unused reconstituted solution left in the vial.

Doses must be mixed to a concentration between 0.075 mg/mL to 0.234 mg/mL according to the following instructions:

  • Doses less than 3.9 mg must be prepared for administration by syringe. Add the reconstituted MYLOTARG solution to a syringe with 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection to a final concentration between 0.075 mg/mL to 0.234 mg/mL. PROTECT FROM LIGHT.
  • Doses greater than or equal to 3.9 mg are to be diluted in a syringe or a polyvinyl chloride (PVC) with di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), non-PVC polyolefin, or ethylene vinyl acetate intravenous infusion bag in an appropriate volume of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection to ensure a final concentration between 0.075 mg/mL to 0.234 mg/mL. PROTECT FROM LIGHT.
  • Gently invert the infusion container to mix the diluted solution. DO NOT SHAKE.
  • Following dilution with 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, MYLOTARG solution should be infused immediately. If not used immediately, the diluted solution may be stored up to 18 hours in a refrigerator (2°C to 8°C; 36°F to 46°F) and for up to 6 hours at room temperature (up to 30°C). The allowed time at room temperature (up to 30°C) includes the time required for preparation of the diluted solution, equilibration, if needed, and the 2 hours needed to administer to the patient. PROTECT FROM LIGHT and DO NOT FREEZE.

Administration

  • Use an in-line 0.2 micron polyethersulfone (PES) filter for infusion of MYLOTARG.
  • Protect the intravenous bag from light using a light-blocking cover during infusion. The infusion line does not need to be protected from light.
  • Infuse the diluted solution over 2 hours using an infusion set made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) with DEHP, PVC non-DEHP, polyethylene, or polyurethane. The infusion must be completed prior to the end of the allowed 6-hour storage of the diluted solution at room temperature (up to 30°C).
  • Do not mix MYLOTARG with, or administer as an infusion with, other medicinal products.

3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS

For injection: 4.5 mg as a white to off-white lyophilized cake or powder in a single-dose vial for reconstitution and further dilution.

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS

MYLOTARG is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to the active substance in MYLOTARG or any of its components or to any of the excipients. Reactions have included anaphylaxis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2), Adverse Reactions (6)].

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

5.1 Hepatotoxicity, Including Veno-occlusive Liver Disease (VOD)

Hepatotoxicity, including life-threatening and sometimes fatal hepatic VOD events, have been reported in patients receiving MYLOTARG as a single agent or as part of a combination chemotherapy regimen [see Adverse Reactions (6)].

In ALFA-0701, VOD events were reported in 6/131 (5%) adult patients during or following treatment with MYLOTARG, or following later hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT). The median time from the MYLOTARG dose to onset of VOD was 9 days (range: 2–298 days), with 5 events occurring within 28 days of any dose of MYLOTARG and 1 event occurring greater than 28 days after the last dose of MYLOTARG. Three of the 6 VOD events were fatal. VOD was also reported in 2 patients in the control arm of ALFA-0701 after receiving MYLOTARG as a therapy for relapsed AML.

In MyloFrance-1 (MYLOTARG 3 mg/m2 on Days 1, 4 and 7), VOD events were reported in none of the 57 patients during or following treatment, or following HSCT after completion of MYLOTARG treatment.

In AAML0531, VOD events were reported in 25/520 (5%) pediatric patients in the MYLOTARG arm. VOD was fatal in 2 patients. Among 187 pediatric patients who underwent HSCT in the MYLOTARG arm, VOD occurred within 30 days post-HSCT in 20 (11%) patients.

Based on an analysis across trials, the risk of VOD was higher in adult patients who received higher doses of MYLOTARG as monotherapy, in patients with moderate or severe hepatic impairment prior to receiving MYLOTARG, in patients treated with MYLOTARG after HSCT, and in patients who underwent HSCT after treatment with MYLOTARG. Patients who had moderate/severe hepatic impairment prior to treatment with MYLOTARG were 8.7 times more likely to develop VOD compared to patients without moderate/severe hepatic impairment at baseline. Patients treated with MYLOTARG for relapse after HSCT were 2.6 times more likely to develop VOD compared to patients without prior HSCT. Patients who underwent HSCT following MYLOTARG treatment were 2.9 times more likely to develop VOD after HSCT compared to patients without HSCT following MYLOTARG treatment. Although no relationship was found between VOD and time of HSCT relative to higher MYLOTARG monotherapy doses, the ALFA-0701 study recommended an interval of 2 months between the last dose of MYLOTARG and HSCT. In MyloFrance-1, no patients underwent HSCT within 3.5 months of MYLOTARG therapy.

Assess ALT, AST, total bilirubin, and alkaline phosphatase prior to each dose of MYLOTARG. After treatment with MYLOTARG, monitor frequently for signs and symptoms of VOD; these may include elevations in ALT, AST, total bilirubin, hepatomegaly (which may be painful), rapid weight gain, and ascites. Monitoring only total bilirubin may not identify all patients at risk of VOD. For patients who develop abnormal liver tests, more frequent monitoring of liver tests and clinical signs and symptoms of hepatotoxicity is recommended. For patients who proceed to HSCT, monitor liver tests frequently during the post-HSCT period, as appropriate.

Manage signs or symptoms of hepatic toxicity by dose interruption or discontinuation of MYLOTARG [see Dosage and Administration (2.3)]. In patients who experience VOD, discontinue MYLOTARG and treat according to standard medical practice.

5.2 Infusion-Related Reactions (Including Anaphylaxis)

Life-threatening or fatal infusion-related-reactions can occur during or within 24 hours following infusion of MYLOTARG [see Adverse Reactions (6)]. Signs and symptoms of infusion-related reactions may include fever, chills, hypotension, tachycardia, hypoxia and respiratory failure.

Premedicate prior to MYLOTARG infusion [see Dosage and Administration (2.1)]. Monitor vital signs frequently during infusion. Interrupt infusion immediately for patients who develop evidence of infusion reaction, especially dyspnea, bronchospasm, or hypotension. Monitor patients during and for at least 1 hour after the end of the infusion or until signs and symptoms completely resolve. Discontinue use of MYLOTARG in patients who develop signs or symptoms of anaphylaxis, including severe respiratory symptoms or clinically significant hypotension [see Dosage and Administration (2.2)].

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