Relapsed or Refractory AML with an
NPM1
Mutation
The safety of KOMZIFTI for the treatment of patients with relapsed or refractory AML with an NPM1 mutation was evaluated in KO-MEN-001 [see Clinical Studies (14)]. Patients received KOMZIFTI 600 mg once daily (n=112). The median duration of exposure to KOMZIFTI was 2.2 months (range 0.1 to 21.5 months).
Fatal adverse reactions occurred in 4 (4%) patients who received KOMZIFTI, including 2 with differentiation syndrome, 1 with infection, and 1 with sudden death. Serious adverse reactions were reported in 79% of patients who received KOMZIFTI. Serious adverse reactions occurring in ≥ 5% of patients included infection without an identified pathogen (29%), febrile neutropenia (18%), bacterial infection (16%), differentiation syndrome (16%), and dyspnea (6%).
Dosage interruption of KOMZIFTI due to an adverse reaction occurred in 54% of patients. Adverse reactions that required dose interruption in ≥ 2% of patients included infection without an identified pathogen (15%), differentiation syndrome (13%), febrile neutropenia (5%), pyrexia (4%), electrocardiogram QT prolonged (4%), leukocytosis (4%), bacterial infection (3%), cardiac failure (2%), cholecystitis (2%), diarrhea (2%), pruritus (2%), and thrombosis (2%). Dose reduction of KOMZIFTI due to an adverse reaction occurred in 4% of patients. Permanent discontinuation of KOMZIFTI due to an adverse reaction occurred in 21% of patients. Adverse reactions that required permanent discontinuation of KOMZIFTI in ≥ 2% of patients were infection without an identified pathogen (8%), bacterial infection (4%), cardiac arrest (2%), and differentiation syndrome (2%).
The most common (≥ 20%) adverse reactions, including laboratory abnormalities, were aspartate aminotransferase increased, infection without an identified pathogen, potassium decreased, albumin decreased, alanine aminotransferase increased, sodium decreased, creatinine increased, alkaline phosphatase increased, hemorrhage, diarrhea, nausea, fatigue, edema, bacterial infection, musculoskeletal pain, bilirubin increased, potassium increased, differentiation syndrome, pruritus, febrile neutropenia, and transaminases increased.
Table 3 summarizes the adverse reactions in KO-MEN-001.
Table 3 Adverse Reactions Reported in ≥20% (Any Grade) or ≥5% (Grade 3 or 4) of Patients with Relapsed or Refractory AML
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| Adverse Reaction | KOMZIFTI N=112 |
All Grades† (%) | Grade 3 or 4 (%) |
| Infections and infestations |
| Infection without identified pathogena | 52
| 38
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| Bacterial infectionb | 28
| 17
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| Viral infectionc | 16
| 5
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| Vascular disorders |
| Hemorrhaged | 38
| 8
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| Hypertension
| 11
| 5
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| Gastrointestinal disorders |
| Diarrheae* | 36
| 5
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| Nauseaf* | 35
| 2
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| General disorders and administration site conditions |
| Fatigueg | 34
| 8
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| Edemah* | 30
| 3
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| Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders |
| Musculoskeletal paini | 28
| 4
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| Neoplasms benign, malignant, and unspecified (incl cysts and polyps) |
| Differentiation syndrome
| 26
| 13
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| Skin and subcutaneous |
| Pruritusj* | 23
| 0
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| Blood and lymphatic system disorder |
| Febrile neutropenia
| 22
| 22
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| Leukocytosisk* | 16
| 5
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| Investigations |
| Transaminases increasedl | 21
| 8
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| Electrocardiogram QT prolonged* | 12
| 8
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| Renal and urinary disorders |
| Renal impairmentm | 19
| 6
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| Respiratory, thoracic, and mediastinal disorders |
| Hypoxia
| 9
| 5
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Table 4 summarizes the laboratory abnormalities in KO-MEN-001.
Table 4 Selected New or Worsening Laboratory Abnormalities in Patients with Relapsed or Refractory AML
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| Laboratory Abnormality | KOMZIFTI |
Grades 1-4* (%) | Grade 3-4* (%) |
| Aspartate aminotransferase increased
| 53
| 4
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| Potassium decreased
| 52
| 22
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| Albumin decreased
| 51
| 5
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| Alanine aminotransferase increased
| 50
| 6
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| Sodium decreased
| 49
| 3
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| Creatinine increased
| 45
| 4
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| Alkaline phosphatase increased
| 41
| 5
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| Bilirubin increased
| 27
| 6
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| Potassium increased
| 26
| 6
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Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors
Monitor patients more frequently for KOMZIFTI-associated adverse reactions.
Ziftomenib is primarily metabolized by CYP3A. Concomitant use of KOMZIFTI with strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors increases ziftomenib exposure [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)], which may increase the risk of adverse reactions such as QT prolongation.
Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inducers
Avoid concomitant use of KOMZIFTI with strong or moderate CYP3A4 inducers.
Ziftomenib is primarily metabolized by CYP3A. Concomitant use of KOMZIFTI with strong or moderate CYP3A4 inducers may decrease ziftomenib exposure [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)], which may reduce the efficacy of KOMZIFTI.
Gastric Acid Reducing Agents
Concomitant administration of ziftomenib with proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) decreases ziftomenib exposure [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)], which may reduce the efficacy of KOMZIFTI.
Avoid concomitant use of KOMZIFTI with PPIs.
Avoid concomitant use of KOMZIFTI with H2 receptor antagonists (H2RAs) or locally acting antacids. If concomitant use cannot be avoided, modify KOMZIFTI administration time [see Dosage and Administration (2.4)].
Drugs that Prolong the QT Interval
Avoid concomitant use of KOMZIFTI with other product(s) with a known potential to prolong the QTc interval. If concomitant use cannot be avoided, obtain ECGs when initiating, during concomitant use, and as clinically indicated [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]. Interrupt KOMZIFTI if the QTc interval is > 500 ms or the change from baseline is > 60 ms [see Dosage and Administration (2.5)].
Ziftomenib causes QTc interval prolongation [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.2)]. Concomitant use of KOMZIFTI with other products that prolong the QTc interval may result in a greater increase in the QTc interval and adverse reactions associated with QTc interval prolongation, including Torsades de pointes, other serious arrhythmias, and sudden death [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].
Risk Summary
Based on findings in animals and its mechanism of action [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1)], KOMZIFTI can cause embryo-fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. There are no available data on KOMZIFTI use in pregnant women to evaluate for a drug-associated risk.
In animal reproduction studies, oral administration of ziftomenib to pregnant mice during the period of organogenesis resulted in adverse developmental outcomes, including embryo-fetal mortality, structural abnormalities, and altered fetal growth at maternal exposures approximately 0.3 times the human exposure (AUC) at the recommended 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
Ziftomenib was administered orally twice daily to pregnant mice at doses of 6, 20, and 60 mg/kg/day during organogenesis (gestation days 6-15). Decreased fetal body weight, embryo-fetal lethality, fetal external and skeletal malformations and variations (cleft palate, fused cervical arches, absent lumbar vertebrae fused and/or misaligned costal cartilage, absent or short rib, supernumerary site in the suture bone or split palatine of the skull, and/or fused, unossified, and/or incompletely ossified sternebrae) were noted at all doses. At the dose of 6 mg/kg/day in mice, the maternal exposure was approximately 0.3 times the human exposure at the recommended dose of 600 mg once daily.
Risk Summary
There are no data on the presence of ziftomenib or its metabolites in human milk or the effects of ziftomenib or its metabolites on the breastfed child or milk production. Because of the potential for adverse reactions in the breastfed child, advise women not to breastfeed during treatment with KOMZIFTI and for 2 weeks after the last dose.
Pregnancy Testing
Verify pregnancy status in females of reproductive potential prior to initiating KOMZIFTI.
Contraception
Females
Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with KOMZIFTI and for 6 months after the last dose.
Males
Advise males with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with KOMZIFTI and for 3 months after the last dose.
Infertility
Based on findings in animals, KOMZIFTI may impair fertility in females and males of reproductive potential. Findings in animals were not reversible after a 4-week recovery period [see Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1)].
Cardiac Electrophysiology
The effect of KOMZIFTI on the QTc interval was evaluated at 600 mg (the approved recommended dosage) in patients with relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia in KO-MEN-001 (n=133).
The increase in the QTc interval was concentration-dependent with the largest mean increase in QTc interval predicted to be 7.7 ms (upper confidence interval = 12.6 ms) after administration of ziftomenib 600 mg once daily. There were 9 subjects (7%) with QTcF > 500 ms and an increase in QTc > 60 ms over baseline [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].
Specific Populations
No clinically significant differences in the pharmacokinetics of ziftomenib were observed based on age (18 to 86 years), sex, race, ethnicity, mild (bilirubin less than or equal to ULN and AST greater than ULN or bilirubin less than or equal to 1.5 x ULN) or moderate (bilirubin 1.5 to 3 x ULN) hepatic impairment, or mild to moderate (CLCr 30 to 89 mL/min) renal impairment.
The effects of severe hepatic impairment (bilirubin greater than 3 x ULN) or severe renal impairment (CLCr less than 30 mL/min) on ziftomenib pharmacokinetics have not been studied.
Drug Interaction Studies
Clinical Studies and Model-Informed Approaches
Gastric Acid Reducing Agents: Administration of PPIs reduced ziftomenib AUC0-inf by 53% and Cmax by 70%.
Strong, Moderate, or Weak CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Itraconazole, voriconazole, and posaconazole (strong CYP3A4 inhibitors) are estimated to increase ziftomenib AUC by up to 3-fold and Cmax by up to 2-fold.
Erythromycin, fluconazole, and isavuconazole (moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors) are estimated to increase ziftomenib AUC by up to 2-fold and Cmax by up to 2-fold.
Cimetidine (weak CYP3A inhibitor) is estimated to increase ziftomenib AUC and Cmax by up to 1.4-fold.
Strong, Moderate, or Weak CYP3A4 Inducers: Rifampin (strong CYP3A4 inducer) is estimated to decrease ziftomenib AUC by up to 80% and Cmax by up to 70%.
Efavirenz (moderate CYP3A4 inducer) is estimated to decrease ziftomenib AUC and Cmax by up to 70%.
Dexamethasone (weak CYP3A4 inducer) is estimated to decrease ziftomenib AUC and Cmax by up to 40%.
CYP3A4 Substrates: Ziftomenib is predicted to increase the AUC and Cmax of midazolam (CYP3A4 substrate) up to 1.9- and 1.4-fold, respectively, when ziftomenib is administered alone.
Other Drugs: Ziftomenib is not predicted to have clinically significant effects on the exposure of repaglinide (CYP2C8 substrate), (S)-warfarin (CYP2C9 substrate), omeprazole (CYP2C19 substrate), and raltegravir (UGT1A1 substrate).
In Vitro Studies
Cytochrome P450 (CYP450) Enzymes: Ziftomenib does not inhibit CYP1A2 or CYP2D6. Ziftomenib induces CYP1A2 but not CYP2B6 or CYP3A4.
UDP-Glucuronosyltransferase (UGT): Ziftomenib inhibits UGT1A9 and UGT2B17.
Transporter Systems: Ziftomenib is a substrate of P-gp and BCRP, but not BSEP or MRP. Ziftomenib does not inhibit P-gp, BCRP, OAT1, OAT3, OCT2, MATE1, MATE2-K, OATP1B1, OATP1B3, BSEP, or MRP2.
How Supplied
KOMZIFTI 200 mg capsules are supplied as white capsules printed with “ZIF 200” in black ink.
KOMZIFTI capsules are available in white, induction-sealed, square, high-density polyethylene bottles of 90 capsules with child-resistant closure (NDC 84696-200-90).
Differentiation Syndrome
Advise patients of the risk of developing differentiation syndrome as early as 3 days after the start of therapy and during treatment. Instruct patients to immediately report any symptoms suggestive of differentiation syndrome, such as fever, joint or bone pain, dizziness, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, cough, chest pain, rapid weight gain, rash, decreased urinary output, or swelling in the hands, feet, ankles, or legs, to their healthcare provider for further evaluation [see Boxed Warning and Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].
Prolonged QT Interval
Advise patients to consult their healthcare provider immediately if they feel faint, lose consciousness, or have signs or symptoms suggestive of arrhythmia. Advise patients with a history of hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia of the importance of monitoring their electrolytes [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].
Embryo-Fetal Toxicity
Advise pregnant women and females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus. Advise females of reproductive potential to notify their healthcare provider of a known or suspected pregnancy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3), Use in Specific Populations (8.1)].
Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with KOMZIFTI and for 6 months after the last dose. Advise males with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with KOMZIFTI and for 3 months after the last dose [see Use in Specific Populations (8.3)].
Lactation
Advise women not to breastfeed during treatment with KOMZIFTI and for 2 weeks after the last dose [see Use in Specific Populations (8.2)].
Drug Interactions
Advise patients to inform their healthcare providers of all concomitant medications, including over-the-counter medications and supplements [see Drug Interactions (7.1)].
Dosing Instructions
- Advise patients to take KOMZIFTI once daily, at around the same time each day, on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal [see Dosage and Administration (2.3)].
- Advise patients to swallow KOMZIFTI capsules whole. Do not open, break, or chew the capsules [see Dosage and Administration (2.3)].
- Instruct patients, if they miss a dose of KOMZIFTI, to take the dose as soon as possible on the same day and at least 12 hours prior to the next scheduled dose and return to the normal schedule the following day. Advise patients not to take 2 doses within 12 hours to make up for the missed dose [see Dosage and Administration (2.3)].
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