Warnings for Lunsumio
Included as part of the "PRECAUTIONS" Section
Precautions for Lunsumio
Cytokine Release Syndrome
LUNSUMIO can cause cytokine release syndrome (CRS), including serious or life-threatening reactions [see ADVERSE REACTIONS].
Cytokine release syndrome occurred in 39% of patients who received LUNSUMIO at the recommended dose in the clinical trial, with Grade 1 CRS occurring in 28%, Grade 2 in 15%, Grade 3 in 2%, and Grade 4 in 0.5% of patients. Recurrent CRS occurred in 11% of patients. Most patients experienced CRS following doses of 1 mg on Cycle 1 Day 1 (15%), 2 mg on Cycle 1 Day 8 (5%), and 60 mg on Cycle 1 Day 15 (33%). Five percent of patients experienced CRS after receiving 60 mg on Cycle 2 Day 1 with 1% of patients experiencing CRS following subsequent dosages of LUNSUMIO.
The median time to onset of CRS from the start of administration in Cycle 1 Day 1 was 5 hours (range: 1 hour to 3 days), Cycle 1 Day 8 was 28 hours (range: 5 hours to 3 days), Cycle 1 Day 15 was 25 hours (range: 0.1 hours to 16 days), and Cycle 2 Day 1 was 46 hours (range: 12 hours to 3 days). The median duration of CRS was 3 days (range: 1 to 29 days).
Clinical signs and symptoms of CRS included, but were not limited to, fever, chills, hypotension, tachycardia, hypoxia, and headache. Concurrent neurologic adverse reactions occurred in 6% of patients and included but were not limited to headache, confusional state, and anxiety.
Initiate therapy according to LUNSUMIO step-up dosing schedule to reduce the risk of CRS [see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION]. Administer pretreatment medications to reduce the risk of CRS, ensure adequate hydration, and monitor patients following administration of LUNSUMIO accordingly.
At the first sign of CRS, immediately evaluate patients for hospitalization, manage per current practice guidelines and administer supportive care; withhold or permanently discontinue LUNSUMIO based on severity [see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION].
Patients who experience CRS (or other adverse reactions that impair consciousness) should be evaluated and advised not to drive and to refrain from operating heavy or potentially dangerous machinery until resolution.
Neurologic Toxicity, Including Immune Effector Cell-Associated Neurotoxicity Syndrome
LUNSUMIO can cause serious and life-threatening neurologic toxicity, including immune effector cellassociated neurotoxicity syndrome (ICANS) [see ADVERSE REACTIONS].
Neurologic toxicity occurred in 39% of patients who received LUNSUMIO at the recommended dose in the clinical trial, with Grade 3 neurologic toxicity occurring in 3% of patients. The most frequent neurologic toxicities were headache (21%), peripheral neuropathy (13%), dizziness (11%), and mental status changes (6%, including confusional state, disturbance in attention, cognitive disorder, delirium, encephalopathy, and somnolence). ICANS was reported in 1% of patients (Grade 1: 0.5%, Grade 2: 0.5%) who received LUNSUMIO at the recommended dose in the clinical trial.
Across a broader clinical trial population, ICANS or suspected ICANS occurred in 2.1% (20/949) of patients who received LUNSUMIO. The most frequent manifestations included confusional state and lethargy. Nineteen patients had Grade 1-2 events and 1 patient had a Grade 3 event. The majority of cases (75%) occurred during the first cycle of treatment. The median time to onset was 17 days (range: 1 to 48 days). In total, 87% of cases resolved after a median duration of 3 days (range: 1-20 days).
Coadministration of LUNSUMIO with other products that cause dizziness or mental status changes may increase the risk of neurologic toxicity.
Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of neurologic toxicity during treatment. At the first sign of neurologic toxicity, including ICANS, immediately evaluate the patient, consider neurology evaluation as appropriate, and provide supportive therapy based on severity; withhold or permanently discontinue LUNSUMIO based on severity and follow management recommendations [see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION].
Patients who experience neurologic toxicity such as tremors, dizziness, insomnia, severe neurotoxicity, or any other adverse reactions that impair consciousness should be evaluated, including potential neurology evaluation, and patients at increased risk should be advised not to drive and to refrain from operating heavy or potentially dangerous machinery until resolution.
Infections
LUNSUMIO can cause serious or fatal infections [see ADVERSE REACTIONS].
Among patients who received LUNSUMIO at the recommended dose in the clinical trial, serious infections, including opportunistic infections, occurred in 17%, with Grade 3 or 4 infections in 14%, and fatal infections in 0.9% of patients. The most common Grade 3 or greater infections were pneumonia, sepsis, and upper respiratory tract infection.
Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of infection prior to and during treatment with LUNSUMIO and treat appropriately. LUNSUMIO should not be administered in the presence of active infection. Caution should be exercised when considering the use of LUNSUMIO in patients with a history of recurring or chronic infections (e.g., chronic, active Epstein-Barr Virus), with underlying conditions that may predispose to infections or who have had significant prior immunosuppressive treatment. Administer prophylactic antimicrobials according to guidelines.
Withhold LUNSUMIO or consider permanent discontinuation of LUNSUMIO based on severity [see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION].
Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
LUNSUMIO can cause fatal or serious hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH). HLH is a potentially lifethreatening, hyperinflammatory syndrome that is independent of CRS. Common manifestations include fever, elevated ferritin, hemophagocytosis, cytopenias, coagulopathy, hepatitis, and splenomegaly.
Across a broader clinical trial population, HLH occurred in 0.5% (7/1536) of patients. Most cases (5/7) were identified within the first 28 days following initiation of LUNSUMIO, with 3 cases preceded by diagnosed or suspected CRS. Of the 7 cases of HLH, 6 had fatal outcomes, with 2 deaths from HLH alone and 4 deaths with concurrent unresolved HLH. Of the 7 cases of HLH, 4 occurred in the context of concurrent EBV and/or CMV infection.
Monitor for clinical signs and symptoms of HLH. Consider HLH when the presentation of CRS is atypical or prolonged, or when there are features of macrophage activation. For suspected HLH, interrupt LUNSUMIO and evaluate and treat promptly for HLH per current practice guidelines.
Cytopenias
LUNSUMIO can cause serious or severe cytopenias, including neutropenia, anemia, and thrombocytopenia [see ADVERSE REACTIONS].
Among patients who received the recommended dosage in the clinical trial, Grade 3 or 4 decreased neutrophils occurred in 38%, decreased hemoglobin in 19%, and decreased platelets in 12% of patients. Grade 4 decreased neutrophils occurred in 19% and decreased platelets in 5% of patients. Febrile neutropenia occurred in 2%.
Monitor complete blood counts throughout treatment. Based on the severity of cytopenias, temporarily withhold, or permanently discontinue LUNSUMIO. Consider prophylactic granulocyte colony-stimulating factor administration as applicable [see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION].
Tumor Flare
LUNSUMIO can cause serious or severe tumor flare [see ADVERSE REACTIONS].
Among patients who received LUNSUMIO at the recommended dosage in the clinical trial, tumor flare occurred in 4% of patients. Manifestations included new or worsening pleural effusions, localized pain and swelling at the sites of lymphoma lesions, and tumor inflammation.
Patients with bulky tumors or disease located in close proximity to airways or a vital organ should be monitored closely during initial therapy. Monitor for signs and symptoms of compression or obstruction due to mass effect secondary to tumor flare. If compression or obstruction develops, institute standard treatment of these complications.
Embryo-Fetal Toxicity
Based on its mechanism of action, LUNSUMIO may cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to the fetus. Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with LUNSUMIO and for 3 months after the last dose [see Use In Specific Populations].
Patient Counseling Information
Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Medication Guide).
Cytokine Release Syndrome (CRS)
Discuss the signs and symptoms associated with CRS, including fever, chills, hypotension, tachycardia, hypoxia, and headache. Counsel patients to seek immediate medical attention should signs or symptoms of CRS occur at any time. Advise patients who experience symptoms that impair consciousness not to drive and refrain from operating heavy or potentially dangerous machinery until events resolve [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].
Neurologic Toxicity, Including ICANS
Discuss the signs and symptoms associated with neurologic toxicity, including ICANS, headache, peripheral neuropathy, dizziness, or mental status changes. Advise patients to immediately contact their healthcare provider if they experience any signs or symptoms of neurologic toxicity. Advise patients who experience neurologic toxicity that impairs consciousness to refrain from driving or operating heavy or potentially dangerous machinery until neurologic toxicity resolves [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].
Infections
Discuss the signs or symptoms associated with infection [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].
Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH)
Discuss the signs and symptoms associated with HLH, including fever, coagulopathy, cytopenias, and splenomegaly [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].
Cytopenias
Discuss the signs and symptoms associated with cytopenias, including neutropenia and febrile neutropenia, anemia, and thrombocytopenia [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].
Tumor Flare
Inform patients of the potential risk of tumor flare reaction and to report any signs and symptoms associated with this event to their healthcare provider for evaluation [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].
Embryo-Fetal Toxicity
Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to a fetus. Advise females of reproductive potential to inform their healthcare provider if they are pregnant or become pregnant [see Use In Specific Populations]. Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with LUNSUMIO and for 3 months after the last dose [see Use In Specific Populations].
Lactation
Advise women not to breastfeed during treatment with LUNSUMIO and for 3 months after the last dose [see Use In Specific Populations].
Nonclinical Toxicology
Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment Of Fertility
No carcinogenicity or genotoxicity studies have been conducted with mosunetuzumab-axgb.
No dedicated studies have been conducted to evaluate the effects of mosunetuzumab-axgb on fertility. No adverse effects on either male or female reproductive organs were identified in a 26-week repeat dose chronic toxicity study in sexually mature cynomolgus monkeys.
Use In Specific Populations
Pregnancy
Risk Summary
Based on the mechanism of action, LUNSUMIO may cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman [see CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY]. There are no available data on the use of LUNSUMIO in pregnant women to evaluate for a drug-associated risk. No animal reproductive or developmental toxicity studies have been conducted with mosunetuzumab-axgb.
Mosunetuzumab-axgb causes T-cell activation and cytokine release; immune activation may compromise pregnancy maintenance. In addition, based on expression of CD20 on B-cells and the finding of B-cell depletion in non-pregnant animals, mosunetuzumab-axgb can cause B-cell lymphocytopenia in infants exposed to mosunetuzumab-axgb in-utero. Human immunoglobulin G (IgG) is known to cross the placenta; therefore, LUNSUMIO has the potential to be transmitted from the mother to the developing fetus. Advise women of the potential risk to the fetus.
In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2% – 4% and 15% – 20%, respectively.
Lactation
Risk Summary
There is no information regarding the presence of mosunetuzumab-axgb in human milk, the effect on the breastfed child, or milk production. Because human IgG is present in human milk, and there is potential for mosunetuzumab-axgb absorption leading to B-cell depletion, advise women not to breastfeed during treatment with LUNSUMIO and for 3 months after the last dose.
Females And Males Of Reproductive Potential
LUNSUMIO may cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman [see Pregnancy].
Pregnancy Testing
Verify pregnancy status in females of reproductive potential prior to initiating LUNSUMIO.
Contraception
Females
Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with LUNSUMIO and for 3 months after the last dose.
Pediatric Use
The safety and efficacy of LUNSUMIO have not been established in pediatric patients.
Geriatric Use
Among the 90 patients with relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma treated with LUNSUMIO, 33% were 65 years of age or older, and 8% were 75 years of age or older. There is an insufficient number of patients 65 years of age or older and 75 years of age or older to assess whether there are differences in safety or effectiveness in patients 65 years of age and older compared to younger adult patients.