General MedicinePrescription OnlyPregnancy Cat. Not classifiedFDA Yes
Rozlytrek
ENTRECTINIB
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ROZLYTREK is a kinase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of: Adult patients with ROS1- positive metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) as detected by an FDA-approved test. ( 1.1 ) Adult and pediatric patients older than 1 month of age with solid tumors that: have a neurotrophic tyrosine receptor kinase ( NTRK) gene fusion, as detected by an FDA-approved test without a known acquired resistance mutation, are metastatic or where surgical resection is likely to res...
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Brand names:Rozlytrek
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Medicine ClassGeneral Medicine
FDA ApprovedYes
PregnancyCategory Not classified
Quick Facts
- Active ingredient
- ENTRECTINIB
- Medicine class
- General Medicine
- Brand names
- Rozlytrek
- Availability
- Prescription only (Rx)
- Pregnancy category
- Not classified
- FDA approved
- Yes
What Is Rozlytrek?
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ROZLYTREK is a kinase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of: Adult patients with ROS1- positive metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) as detected by an FDA-approved test. ( 1.1 ) Adult and pediatric patients older than 1 month of age with solid tumors that: have a neurotrophic tyrosine receptor kinase ( NTRK) gene fusion, as detected by an FDA-approved test without a known acquired resistance mutation, are metastatic or where surgical resection is likely to res...
Rozlytrek (ENTRECTINIB) belongs to the General Medicine class of medications. It was first approved by the FDA in Yes. This medication requires a prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.
Key Safety Information
- •Always follow the dose recommended by your healthcare professional. Taking more than prescribed increases the risk of side effects including serious complications.
- •Seek emergency care if you experience signs of an allergic reaction — hives, swelling, difficulty breathing, or rash. Stop the medication and call your doctor immediately.
- •Some medications can increase the risk of cardiovascular events. Tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure, a history of heart attack or stroke, or any pre-existing health condition.
- •Avoid or limit alcohol while taking Rozlytrek. Do not drink alcohol without first discussing it with your healthcare provider as it may increase adverse effects.
- •Take Rozlytrek with food or a full glass of water if stomach upset occurs. Stop use and talk to your doctor if you experience persistent stomach pain or GI symptoms.
- •Tell your doctor about all medications, supplements, and vitamins you take. Some combinations significantly increase the risk of harm.
This is a summary only. Always read the full prescribing information and consult your healthcare provider for personalized medical advice.
Uses & Indications
Rozlytrek is prescribed for the following conditions. Some uses are FDA-approved indications; others may be evidence-based off-label uses. Consult your healthcare provider for personalized guidance.
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ROZLYTREK is a kinase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of: Adult patients with ROS1- positive metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) as detected by an FDA-approved test.
( 1.1 ) Adult and pediatric patients older than 1 month of age with solid tumors that: have a neurotrophic tyrosine receptor kinase ( NTRK) gene fusion, as detected by an FDA-approved test without a known acquired resistance mutation, are metastatic or where surgical resection is likely to result in severe morbidity, and have progressed following treatment or have no satisfactory alternative therapy.
This indication is approved under accelerated approval based on tumor response rate and durability of response.
Continued approval for this indication may be contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in the confirmatory trials.
( 1.2 ) 1.1 ROS1 -Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer ROZLYTREK is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with ROS1- positive metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), as detected by an FDA-approved test.
1.2 NTRK Gene Fusion-Positive Solid Tumors ROZLYTREK is indicated for the treatment of adult and pediatric patients older than 1 month of age with solid tumors that: have a neurotrophic tyrosine receptor kinase (NTRK) gene fusion, as detected by an FDA-approved test without a known acquired resistance mutation, are metastatic or where surgical resection is likely to result in severe morbidity, and have progressed following treatment or have no satisfactory alternative therapy.
This indication is approved under accelerated approval based on tumor response rate and durability of response [see Clinical Studies (14.2) ] .
Continued approval for this indication may be contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in the confirmatory trials.
Dosage Guide
The following are general dosing guidelines only. Your actual dose should be determined by your healthcare provider based on your condition, renal/hepatic function, and other medications.
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Adult Dosage
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Select patients for treatment based on the presence of ROS1 rearrangement(s) or NTRK gene fusion. ( 2.1 ) Evaluate left ventricular ejection fraction, serum uric acid levels and QT interval and electrolytes prior to ROZLYTREK initiation. ( 2.2 ) Select appropriate dosage form: oral capsules, capsules prepared as an oral suspension or oral pellets. ( 2.3 ) Use capsules prepared as suspension for enteral tube administration. Do not use pellets for enteral tube administration. ( 2.3 ) Administer ROZLYTREK capsules, capsules prepared as a suspension, or pellets once daily, with or without food. ( 2.4 ) Adult Dosage for ROS1- Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: 600 mg orally once daily. ( 2.5 ) Adult and Pediatric Dosage for NTRK Gene Fusion-Positive Solid Tumors: Adults: 600 mg orally once daily. ( 2.6 ) Pediatric Patients: Recommended dosage is based on age and body surface area (BSA) as shown below. ( 2.6 ) Age Recommended Daily Dosage >6 months ≤0.50 m 2 : 3
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Side Effects
Common
- 6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Congestive Heart Failure [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Central Nervous System Effects [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Skeletal Fractures [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Hyperuricemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] QT Interval Prolongation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Vision Disorders [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] The most common adverse reactions (≥ 20%) were fatigue, constipation, dysgeusia, edema, dizziness, diarrhea, nausea, dysesthesia, dyspnea, myalgia, cognitive impairment, increased weight, cough, vomiting, pyrexia, arthralgia, and vision disorders.
- ( 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 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 to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice.
- Data in WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS and below reflect exposure to ROZLYTREK in 355 patients, including 172 (48%) patients exposed for 6 months or longer and 84 (24%) patients exposed for 1 year or longer.
- ROZLYTREK was studied in one dose-finding trial in adults [ALKA (n = 57)], one dose-finding and activity-estimating trial in adults [STARTRK-1 (n = 76)], one dose-finding and activity-estimating trial in pediatric and adult patients [STARTRK-NG (n = 16)], and one single arm, activity-estimating trial in adults [STARTRK-2 (n = 206)].
- The population characteristics were: median age 55 years (range: 4 to 86 years);
- 5% (n = 17) were less than 18 years of age;
Serious
- 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) : Assess left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) prior to initiation of ROZLYTREK.
- Monitor patients for clinical signs and symptoms of CHF.
- For patients with myocarditis, with or without a decreased ejection fraction, MRI or cardiac biopsy may be required to make the diagnosis.
- For new onset or worsening CHF, withhold ROZLYTREK, reassess LVEF and institute appropriate medical management.
- Reduce dose or permanently discontinue ROZLYTREK based on severity of CHF or worsening LVEF.
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Warnings & Contraindications
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) : Assess left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) prior to initiation of ROZLYTREK. Monitor patients for clinical signs and symptoms of CHF. For patients with myocarditis, with or without a decreased ejection fraction, MRI or cardiac biopsy may be required to make the diagnosis. For new onset or worsening CHF, withhold ROZLYTREK, reassess
How Rozlytrek Works
12.1 Mechanism of Action Entrectinib is an inhibitor of the tropomyosin receptor tyrosine kinases (TRK) TRKA, TRKB, and TRKC (encoded by the neurotrophic tyrosine receptor kinase [ NTRK ] genes NTRK1, NTRK2, and NTRK3 , respectively), proto-oncogene tyrosine-protein kinase ROS1 (ROS1), and anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) with IC 50 values of 0.1 to 2 nM. Entrectinib also inhibits JAK2 and TNK2 with IC 50 values > 5 nM. The major active metabolite of entrectinib, M5, showed similar in vitro activity against TRK, ROS1, and ALK. Fusion proteins that include TRK, ROS1, or ALK kinase domains can drive tumorigenic potential through hyperactivation of downstream signaling pathways leading to unconstrained cell proliferation. Entrectinib demonstrated in vitro and in vivo inhibition of cancer cell
Pharmacokinetics
Absorption
Absorption The maximum entrectinib plasma concentration was reached 4 – 6 hours after oral administration of a 600 mg dose
Metabolism
metabolite M5 were characterized in adult patients with ROS1 -positive NSCLC, NTRK gene fusion-positive solid tumors, and healthy subjects
Excretion
Excretion Following oral administration of a single oral dose of [ 14 C]-labeled entrectinib, 83% of radioactivity was excreted in feces (36% of the dose as unchanged entrectinib and 22% as M5) with m
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safety
Not classified
Breastfeeding
Many medications pass into breast milk in varying amounts. Before using Rozlytrekwhile breastfeeding, discuss the benefits and risks with your healthcare provider or pharmacist — they can weigh your dose, your infant's age, and available lactation safety data to find the safest option for you and your baby.
Storage & Handling
Storage: Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); excursions permitted between 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature] . Store ROZLYTREK capsules in the original container and keep the bottle tightly closed in order to protect from moisture. Storage time should not exceed 2 ho
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Sources & References
- • FDA Prescribing Information — Official labeling and package insert for Rozlytrek
- • U.S. National Library of Medicine — MedlinePlus drug information
- • American Hospital Formulary Service (AHFS) — Clinical pharmacology monograph
- • PubMed / MEDLINE — View clinical studies
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