0.5 Ml Mosunetuzumab-axgb 10 Mg/ml Injection [lunsumio]
- BOXED WARNING
- 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE
- 2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
- 3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS
- 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS
- 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
- 6 ADVERSE REACTIONS
- 7 DRUG INTERACTIONS
- 8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS
- 11 DESCRIPTION
- 12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
- 13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY
- 14 CLINICAL STUDIES
- 16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING
- 17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION
BOXED WARNING
Cytokine release syndrome (CRS), including serious or life-threatening reactions, can occur in patients receiving LUNSUMIO VELO. Initiate treatment with the LUNSUMIO VELO step-up dosing schedule to reduce the risk of CRS. Withhold LUNSUMIO VELO until CRS resolves or permanently discontinue based on severity [see
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE
1.1 Follicular Lymphoma
LUNSUMIO VELO is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma after two or more lines of systemic therapy.
This indication is approved under accelerated approval based on response rate [see
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
2.1 Important Dosing Information
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LUNSUMIO VELO and LUNSUMIO have different dosage and administration instructions [see
Dosage and Administration (2.2) andWarnings and Precautions (5.7) ].- LUNSUMIO VELO is for subcutaneous use only.
- Check the product label to ensure that the correct formulation (LUNSUMIO VELO or LUNSUMIO) is being prescribed and administered.
- Do not substitute LUNSUMIO VELO for or with LUNSUMIO.
- Administer LUNSUMIO VELO to well-hydrated patients.
- Premedicate before each dose in Cycle 1 [see
Dosage and Administration (2.3) ]. - LUNSUMIO VELO should only be administered by a qualified healthcare professional with appropriate medical support to manage severe reactions such as CRS and neurologic toxicity, including ICANS [see
Warnings and Precautions (5.1 and5.2) ].
2.2 Recommended Dosage
The recommended dosage for LUNSUMIO VELO subcutaneous injection is presented in
Administer for 8 cycles unless patients experience unacceptable toxicity or disease progression.
For patients who achieve a complete response, no further treatment beyond 8 cycles is required. For patients who achieve a partial response or have stable disease in response to treatment with LUNSUMIO VELO after 8 cycles, an additional 9 cycles of treatment (17 cycles total) should be administered, unless a patient experiences unacceptable toxicity or disease progression.
| Day of Treatment | Subcutaneous Dose of LUNSUMIO VELO | |
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| Cycle 1 | Day 1 | 5 mg |
| Day 8 | 45 mg | |
| Day 15 | 45 mg | |
| Cycles 2+ | Day 1 | 45 mg |
| Last Subcutaneous Dose Administered | Time Since Last Dose Administered | Action for Next Subcutaneous Dose(s) |
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| 5 mg Cycle 1 Day 1 |
1 week to 2 weeks | Administer 45 mg (Cycle 1 Day 8) |
| Greater than 2 weeks | Repeat 5 mg (Cycle 1 Day 1) |
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| 45 mg Cycle 1 Day 8 |
1 week to less than 6 weeks | Administer 45 mg (Cycle 1 Day 15) |
| Greater than or equal to 6 weeks | Repeat 5 mg |
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| 45 mg Cycle 1 Day 15 |
1 week to less than 6 weeks | Administer 45 mg (Cycle 2 Day 1), then resume the planned treatment schedule. |
| Greater than or equal to 6 weeks | Repeat 5 mg (Cycle 2 Day 1) |
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| 45 mg Cycle 2 onwards |
3 weeks to less than 6 weeks | Administer 45 mg, then resume the planned treatment schedule. |
| Greater than or equal to 6 weeks | Repeat 5 mg |
2.3 Recommended Premedication
Premedications to reduce the risk of CRS are outlined in
| Treatment Cycle | Patients Requiring Premedication | Premedication | Dosage |
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| Cycle 1 | All patients | Corticosteroid | Dexamethasone 20 mg (preferred) oral or intravenous or methylprednisolone 80 mg oral or intravenous |
| Antihistamine |
Diphenhydramine hydrochloride 50 mg to 100 mg or equivalent oral or intravenous antihistamine | ||
| Antipyretic |
Oral acetaminophen (500 mg to 1,000 mg) | ||
| Cycles 2+ | Patients who experienced any grade CRS with the previous dose | Corticosteroid | Dexamethasone 20 mg (preferred) oral or intravenous or methylprednisolone 80 mg oral or intravenous |
| Antihistamine |
Diphenhydramine hydrochloride 50 mg to 100 mg or equivalent oral or intravenous antihistamine | ||
| Antipyretic |
Oral acetaminophen (500 mg to 1,000 mg) |
2.4 Dosage Modifications for Adverse Reactions
See
Dosage Modifications for Cytokine Release Syndrome
Identify CRS based on clinical presentation [see
If CRS is suspected, withhold LUNSUMIO VELO until CRS resolves, manage according to the recommendations in
| Grade |
Presenting Symptoms | Actions |
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| Grade 1 | Fever ≥ 100.4°F (38°C) |
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| Grade 2 | Fever ≥ 100.4°F (38°C) |
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| Hypotension not requiring vasopressors |
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| hypoxia requiring low-flow oxygen |
Recurrent Grade 2 CRS
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| Grade 3 | Fever ≥ 100.4°F (38°C) |
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| Hypotension requiring a vasopressor (with or without vasopressin) |
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| hypoxia requiring high flow oxygen |
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Recurrent Grade 3 CRS
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| Grade 4 | Fever ≥ 100.4°F (38°C) |
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| Hypotension requiring multiple vasopressors (excluding vasopressin) | ||
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| hypoxia requiring oxygen by positive pressure (e.g., CPAP, BiPAP, intubation and mechanical ventilation). |
Dosage Modifications for Neurologic Toxicity, including ICANS
Management recommendations for neurologic toxicity, including ICANS, are summarized in
| Adverse Reaction | Severity |
Actions |
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| Neurologic Toxicity (including ICANS |
Grade 1 |
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| Grade 3 |
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| Grade 4 |
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Other Adverse Reactions
| Adverse Reactions |
Severity |
Actions |
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| Infections [see |
Grades 1 – 4 |
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| Neutropenia [see |
Absolute neutrophil count less than 0.5 × 109/L |
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| Other Adverse Reactions [see |
Grade 3 or higher |
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2.5 Preparation and Administration
If the LUNSUMIO VELO dose is not administered immediately, refer to "Storage of Prepared Syringe" section below.
- To prevent medication errors, check the vial labels to ensure that the drug being prepared and administered is LUNSUMIO VELO for subcutaneous administration. A peel-off label is provided on the LUNSUMIO VELO Prescribing Information that should be attached to the final prepared syringe. Remove the peel-off label from the Prescribing Information in the LUNSUMIO VELO carton before discarding the carton. Affix the peel-off label to the prepared LUNSUMIO VELO syringe.
- Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. Do not use if the solution is discolored, or cloudy, or if foreign particles are present.
- Each LUNSUMIO VELO 5 mg/0.5 mL and 45 mg/mL vial are supplied as ready-to-use solution that do not need dilution prior to subcutaneous administration. LUNSUMIO VELO vials are for one-time use in one patient only.
- No incompatibilities between LUNSUMIO VELO and polypropylene or polycarbonate syringe material, stainless-steel transfer and injection needles, and polyethylene or polypropylene syringe closing caps have been observed.
Preparation of the Syringe
- Use aseptic technique to prepare LUNSUMIO VELO.
- Select the appropriate strength vial based on the prescribed dose.
- Withdraw the required volume of LUNSUMIO VELO solution from the vial with a syringe and an appropriately sized transfer needle (18G to 21G recommended). The smallest syringe that can accurately deliver the injection volume should be used. Discard any unused portion left in the vial.
- Remove the transfer needle and attach an appropriately sized injection needle (25G to 30G recommended).
- Apply peel-off label from the Prescribing Information to the prepared drug product.
- Once transferred from the vial to the syringe, LUNSUMIO VELO solution for injection should be injected immediately because LUNSUMIO VELO solution for injection does not contain any antimicrobial-preservative.
Administration
Inject the required volume of LUNSUMIO VELO into the subcutaneous tissue of the abdomen or thigh, changing the site of injection with each dose. Do not inject into tattoos, moles, scars or areas where the skin is red, bruised, tender, hard, or not intact. The dose should be administered subcutaneously over approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Storage of Prepared Syringe
- The prepared syringe should be used immediately. If not used immediately, replace the transfer needle with a syringe closing cap. Do not attach an injection needle.
- The capped syringe can be stored refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) for up to 32 hours protected from light and/or at 9°C to 25°C (37°F to 77°F) for up to 8 hours at ambient light.
- Once removed from refrigerated storage, the solution can be equilibrated to ambient temperature up to 25°C (77°F) prior to administration. Do not warm LUNSUMIO VELO in any other way.
3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS
LUNSUMIO VELO is a sterile, colorless to slightly brownish-yellow solution for subcutaneous injection available as:
- Injection: 5 mg/0.5 mL in a single-dose vial
- Injection: 45 mg/mL in a single-dose vial
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS
None.
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
5.1 Cytokine Release Syndrome
LUNSUMIO VELO can cause CRS, including serious or life-threatening reactions [see
CRS occurred in 30% of patients who received LUNSUMIO VELO at the recommended dosage in the clinical trial (N = 94), with Grade 1 CRS occurring in 20%, Grade 2 in 7%, and Grade 3 in 2.1% of patients. Among 28 patients who experienced CRS, CRS recurred in 14%. CRS occurred most commonly after the first two doses: 19% of patients experienced CRS after the Cycle 1 Day 1 dose, 13% after the Cycle 1 Day 8 dose, and 2.1% after the Cycle 1 Day 15 dose.
The median time to CRS onset from the start of LUNSUMIO VELO administration was 17 hours (range: 7 to 33 hours) with the Cycle 1 Day 1 dose, and 62 hours (range: 30 to 113 hours) with the Cycle 1 Day 8 dose. CRS resolved in all patients, after a median duration of 2 days (range: 1 to 15 days).
Clinical signs and symptoms of CRS included fever, hypotension, hypoxia, chills, tachycardia, and headache. Concurrent neurologic adverse reactions occurred in 5% of patients and included but were not limited to headache, dizziness, lethargy, memory impairment, and peripheral neuropathy.
Initiate therapy according to LUNSUMIO VELO step-up dosing schedule to reduce the risk of CRS [see
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 VELO based on severity [see
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.
5.2 Neurologic Toxicity, including Immune Effector Cell-Associated Neurotoxicity Syndrome
LUNSUMIO VELO can cause serious and life-threatening neurologic toxicity, including immune effector cell-associated neurotoxicity syndrome (ICANS) [see
Neurologic toxicity occurred in 53% of patients who received LUNSUMIO VELO at the recommended dosage in the clinical trial (N = 94), with Grade 3 neurologic toxicity occurring in 1.1% of patients. The most frequent neurologic toxicities were headache (17%), insomnia (15%), dizziness (10%), and mental status changes (7%, including confusion and lethargy). ICANS or suspected ICANS was reported in 3.1% of patients (all Grade 1).
Across a broader clinical trial population, ICANS or suspected ICANS occurred in 2.2% (21/949) of patients who received LUNSUMIO or LUNSUMIO VELO. The most frequent manifestations included confusional state and lethargy. Twenty patients had Grade 1-2 reactions 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, 88% of cases resolved after a median duration of 3 days (range: 1 to 20 days).
Coadministration of LUNSUMIO VELO 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 VELO based on severity and follow management recommendations [see
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.
5.3 Infections
LUNSUMIO VELO can cause serious or fatal infections [see
Among patients who received LUNSUMIO VELO at the recommended dosage in the clinical trial, serious infections, including opportunistic infections, occurred in 17%, with Grade 3 or 4 infections in 16% and fatal infections in 3.2% of patients. The most common Grade 3 or greater infections were pneumonia, sepsis, and COVID-19.
Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of infection prior to and during treatment with LUNSUMIO VELO and treat appropriately. LUNSUMIO VELO should not be administered in the presence of active infection. Caution should be exercised when considering use 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 VELO or consider permanent discontinuation based on severity [see
5.4 Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
LUNSUMIO VELO can cause fatal or serious hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH). HLH is a potentially life-threatening, 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 who received LUNSUMIO or LUNSUMIO VELO. Most cases (5/7) were identified within the first 28 days following initiation of treatment, 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 VELO and evaluate and treat promptly for HLH per current practice guidelines.
5.5 Cytopenias
LUNSUMIO VELO can cause serious or severe cytopenias, including lymphopenia, neutropenia, anemia, and thrombocytopenia [see
Among patients who received LUNSUMIO VELO at the recommended dosage in the clinical trial (N = 94), Grade 3 or 4 decreased lymphocytes occurred in 69%, decreased neutrophils occurred in 26%, decreased hemoglobin in 10%, and decreased platelets in 6% of patients. Grade 4 decreased lymphocytes occurred in 22%, decreased neutrophils in 9% and decreased platelets in 3.2% of patients. Febrile neutropenia occurred in 2.1% of patients.
Monitor complete blood counts throughout treatment. Based on the severity of cytopenias, temporarily withhold, or permanently discontinue LUNSUMIO VELO. Consider prophylactic granulocyte colony-stimulating factor administration as applicable [see
5.6 Tumor Flare
LUNSUMIO VELO can cause serious or severe tumor flare [see
Among patients who received LUNSUMIO VELO at the recommended dosage in the clinical trial (N = 94), tumor flare occurred in 1.1% of patients. Manifestations may include 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.
5.7 Risk of Medication Errors with Incorrect Product Use
Mosunetuzumab-axgb is available in two formulations: as an injection for subcutaneous use (LUNSUMIO VELO) and an injection for intravenous use (LUNSUMIO). Check the product labels to ensure that the correct formulation is being prescribed, dispensed, and administered to the patient [see
5.8 Embryo-Fetal Toxicity
Based on its mechanism of action, LUNSUMIO VELO 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 VELO and for 3 months after the last dose [see
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS
The following adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling:
- Cytokine Release Syndrome [see
Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] - Neurologic Toxicity, including Immune Effector Cell-associated Neurotoxicity Syndrome [see
Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] - Infections [see
Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] - Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis [see
Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] - Cytopenias [see
Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] - Tumor Flare [see
Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ]
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.
Relapsed or Refractory Follicular Lymphoma
The safety of LUNSUMIO VELO was evaluated in an open-label, multicenter study which included a cohort of 94 patients with relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma (FL) after at least two lines of systemic therapy [see
The median age was 65 years (range: 35 to 84 years), 56% were male, 85% were White, 2.1% were Black or African American, 11% were Asian, and 2% were Hispanic or Latino.
Serious adverse reactions occurred in 39% of patients. Serious adverse reactions in ≥ 10% of patients included infection (17%, including pneumonia, other respiratory tract infections, and sepsis) and CRS (15%). Fatal adverse reactions occurred in 4.3% of patients from COVID-19 (3.2%) and HLH (1.1%).
Permanent discontinuation LUNSUMIO VELO due to an adverse reaction occurred in 7% of patients, including from COVID-19.
Dosage interruptions of LUNSUMIO VELO due to an adverse reaction occurred in 40% of patients. Adverse reactions which required dosage interruption in ≥ 5% of patients included COVID-19 and neutropenia.
The most common adverse reactions (≥ 20%), excluding laboratory abnormalities, were injection site reactions, fatigue, rash, CRS, COVID-19 infection, musculoskeletal pain, and diarrhea. The most common Grade 3-4 laboratory abnormalities (≥ 15%) were decreased lymphocyte count, decreased neutrophil count, and increased uric acid. Grade 4 laboratory abnormalities in > 5% included lymphocyte count decreased (22%) and neutrophil count decreased (9%).
| Adverse Reaction | LUNSUMIO VELO (N = 94) |
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| All Grades (%) |
Grade 3 or 4 (%) |
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| Immune system disorders | ||
| The table includes a combination of grouped and ungrouped terms. Adverse reactions were graded based on CTCAE Version 4.0, with the exception of CRS, which was graded per ASTCT 2019 criteria. | ||
| Cytokine release syndrome | 30 | 2.1 |
| General disorders and administration site conditions | ||
| Injection site reactions |
69 | 0 |
| Fatigue |
39 | 0 |
| Edema |
13 | 0 |
| Pyrexia | 11 | 1.1 |
| Chills | 11 | 0 |
| Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders | ||
| Rash |
35 | 3.2 |
| Dry skin | 11 | 0 |
| Nervous system | ||
| Headache | 17 | 0 |
| Peripheral neuropathy |
11 | 0 |
| Dizziness |
10 | 0 |
| Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders | ||
| Musculoskeletal pain |
20 | 0 |
| Arthralgia | 13 | 0 |
| Respiratory, thoracic, and mediastinal disorders | ||
| Cough | 13 | 0 |
| Dyspnea | 11 | 0 |
| Gastrointestinal disorders | ||
| Diarrhea | 20 | 0 |
| Nausea | 14 | 0 |
| Constipation | 14 | 0 |
| Abdominal pain | 13 | 0 |
| Infections | ||
| COVID-19 |
27 | 4.3 |
| Upper respiratory tract infection |
15 | 2.1 |
| Pneumonia |
13 | 4.3 |
| Psychiatric disorder | ||
| Insomnia | 15 | 0 |
Clinically relevant adverse reactions in < 10% of patients who received LUNSUMIO VELO included pruritus, skin exfoliation, herpes zoster infection, tremor, sepsis, cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection, ICANS, febrile neutropenia, capillary leak syndrome, tumor flare, and HLH .
| Laboratory Abnormality | LUNSUMIO VELO |
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| All Grades (%) |
Grade 3 or 4 (%) |
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| Hematology | ||
| Lymphocyte count decreased | 84 | 69 |
| Hemoglobin decreased | 60 | 10 |
| Neutrophils decreased | 50 | 26 |
| Platelets decreased | 33 | 6.4 |
| Chemistry | ||
| Phosphate decreased | 48 | 11 |
| Alanine aminotransferase increased | 34 | 1.1 |
| Gamma-glutamyl transferase increased | 31 | 1.1 |
| Uric acid increased | 28 | 28 |
| Aspartate aminotransferase increased | 28 | 2.1 |
| Potassium decreased | 27 | 0 |
| Magnesium decreased | 25 | 2.1 |
Clinically relevant laboratory abnormalities in < 20% of patients included glucose increased.
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS
Effect of LUNSUMIO VELO on CYP450 Substrates
LUNSUMIO VELO causes release of cytokines [see
8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS
8.1 Pregnancy
Risk Summary
Based on the mechanism of action, LUNSUMIO VELO may cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman [see
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 VELO 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.
8.2 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 VELO and for 3 months after the last dose.
8.3 Females and Males of Reproductive Potential
LUNSUMIO VELO may cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman [see
Pregnancy Testing
Verify pregnancy status in females of reproductive potential prior to initiating LUNSUMIO VELO.
Contraception
Females
Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with LUNSUMIO VELO and for 3 months after the last dose.
8.4 Pediatric Use
The safety and efficacy of LUNSUMIO VELO have not been established in pediatric patients.
8.5 Geriatric Use
Among the 94 patients treated with LUNSUMIO VELO, 51% were 65 years of age or older. There is an insufficient number of patients 65 years of age or older to assess whether there are differences in safety or effectiveness by age group.
11 DESCRIPTION
Mosunetuzumab-axgb is a bispecific CD20-directed CD3 T-cell engager. It is a humanized monoclonal anti-CD20xCD3 T-cell-dependent bispecific antibody of the immunoglobulin G1 (IgG1) isotype. Mosunetuzumab-axgb is produced in Chinese Hamster Ovary (CHO) cells by recombinant DNA technology. The approximate molecular weight is 146 kDa.
LUNSUMIO VELO (mosunetuzumab-axgb) injection is a sterile, preservative-free, colorless to slightly brownish-yellow solution for subcutaneous use.
Each single-dose vial contains a 0.5 mL solution of mosunetuzumab-axgb (5 mg), acetic acid (0.2 mg), histidine (0.8 mg), methionine (0.7 mg), polysorbate 20 (0.3 mg), sucrose (41 mg), and Water for Injection, USP. The pH is 5.8.
Each single-dose vial contains a 1 mL solution of mosunetuzumab-axgb (45 mg), acetic acid (0.4 mg), histidine (1.6 mg), methionine (1.5 mg), polysorbate 20 (0.6 mg), sucrose (82.1 mg), and Water for Injection, USP. The pH is 5.8.
12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
12.1 Mechanism of Action
Mosunetuzumab-axgb is a T-cell engaging bispecific antibody that binds to the CD3 receptor expressed on the surface of T-cells and CD20 expressed on the surface of lymphoma cells and some healthy B-lineage cells.
In vitro, mosunetuzumab-axgb activated T-cells, caused the release of proinflammatory cytokines, and induced lysis of B-cells.
12.2 Pharmacodynamics
After subcutaneous administration of the recommended dosage of LUNSUMIO VELO, peripheral B-cell counts decreased to undetectable levels (< 5 cells/microliter) in most patients (94%) by Cycle 2 Day 1 and the depletion was sustained at later cycles including at Cycle 4 and Cycle 8.
LUNSUMIO VELO caused hypogammaglobulinemia (defined as IgG levels < 500 mg/dL). Among 49 patients with baseline IgG levels ≥ 500 mg/dL, 39% experienced a decrease in their IgG levels to < 500 mg/dL after receiving LUNSUMIO VELO.
Plasma concentrations of cytokines (IL-2, IL-6, IL-10, TNF-α and IFN-γ) were measured with subcutaneous administration of LUNSUMIO VELO, and transient elevation of cytokines were observed at doses of 1.6 mg and above. After administration of the recommended dosage of LUNSUMIO VELO, the highest elevation of cytokines was generally observed within 48 hours after the first dose on Cycle 1 Day 8 and generally returned to baseline prior to the third 45 mg full dose on Cycle 2 Day 1. The observed pattern of cytokine release appeared slower and reduced relative to intravenous administration.
12.3 Pharmacokinetics
Mosunetuzumab-axgb subcutaneously administered PK exposure increased proportionally over a dose range from 1.6 mg to 45 mg (0.04 to 1 times the recommended treatment dosage).
When comparing mosunetuzumab exposures following the recommended LUNSUMIO VELO subcutaneous dosing regimen to the recommended LUNSUMIO intravenous dosing regimen in patients with relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma in Study GO29781 [see
| AUC (day∙µg/mL) |
Cmax (µg/mL) |
Ctrough (µg/mL) |
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| All values reported are model-predicted exposure metrics. | |||
| Cycle 1 (0 – 21 days) | 36.7 (57.0) | 3.8 (53.9) | 3.5 (54.1) |
| Cycle 2 (21 – 42 days) | 82.3 (50.9) | 5.2 (50.3) | 2.5 (55.7) |
| Cycle 3 (42 – 63 days) | 72.9 (42.8) | 4.5 (44.0) | 2.4 (52.3) |
| Steady state |
72.8 (34.5) | 4.4 (36.7) | 2.4 (34.2) |
Pharmacokinetic parameters (
| Parameter | LUNSUMIO VELO via Subcutaneous Infusion |
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| Tmax = time to peak concentration | |
| Bioavailability | 89.8% |
| Tmax median (range), days |
4.2 (2.5 – 7.1) |
| Volume of distributiona (L) | 5.5 (31%) |
| Half-lifea (days) | 17.0 (15%) |
| Systemic clearance (L/day) | 1.1 (63%) at baseline 0.58 (18%) at steady state |
Specific Populations
There were no clinically significant differences in the pharmacokinetics of mosunetuzumab-axgb based on age (18 to 96 years), sex, race (Asian and Non-Asian), ethnicity (Hispanic/Latino and not Hispanic/Latino), mild or moderate renal impairment (estimated creatinine clearance [CrCL] by Cockcroft-Gault formula: 30 to 89 mL/min), or mild hepatic impairment (total bilirubin less than or equal to upper limit of normal [ULN] with AST greater than ULN or total bilirubin greater than 1 to 1.5 times ULN with any AST).
The effects of severe renal impairment (CrCL 15 to 29 mL/min) or moderate to severe hepatic impairment (total bilirubin greater than 1.5 times ULN with any AST) on the pharmacokinetics of mosunetuzumab-axgb are unknown.
Drug Interaction Studies
No clinical studies evaluating the drug interaction potential of mosunetuzumab-axgb have been conducted.
12.6 Immunogenicity
The observed incidence of anti-drug antibodies is highly dependent on the sensitivity and specificity of the assay. Differences in assay methods preclude meaningful comparisons of the incidence of anti-drug antibodies in the study described below with the incidence of anti-drug antibodies in other studies, including those of mosunetuzumab-axgb.
During treatment in Study GO29781 (up to 12 months) [see
13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY
13.1 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.
14 CLINICAL STUDIES
The efficacy of LUNSUMIO VELO was evaluated in an open-label, multicenter, multi-cohort study (GO29781, NCT02500407) in patients with relapsed or refractory FL after at least two lines of systemic therapy, including an anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody and an alkylating agent. The study excluded patients with active infections, history of autoimmune disease, prior allogeneic transplant, or any history of central nervous system (CNS) lymphoma or CNS disorders.
Patients received 5 mg on Cycle 1 Day 1 and 45 mg on Cycle 1 Day 8, followed by 45 mg on Cycle 1 Day 15, then 45 mg via subcutaneous injection every 3 weeks in subsequent cycles. A treatment cycle was 21 days. LUNSUMIO VELO was administered for 8 cycles unless patients experienced progressive disease or unacceptable toxicity. After 8 cycles, patients with a complete response discontinued therapy; patients with a partial response or stable disease continued treatment up to 17 cycles, unless patients experienced progressive disease or unacceptable toxicity.
Among the 94 patients, the median age was 65 years (range: 35 to 84) with 49% being age > 65; 56% were male; 85% were White, 11% Asian, 2% Black, and 2% Hispanic or Latino. All had an Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status of 0 or 1. The median number of prior lines of systemic therapy was 3 (range: 2 to 9), with 47% receiving 2 prior lines, 19% receiving 3 prior lines, and 34% receiving 4 or more prior lines.
Sixty-seven percent of patients had refractory disease to prior anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody therapy, 46% had refractory disease to both an anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody and alkylator, 20% had prior autologous stem cell transplant, 16% had prior rituximab plus lenalidomide, and 4% had prior CAR-T therapy. Twenty-five percent had bulky disease, and 44% had progression of disease within 24 months of first systemic therapy.
Efficacy was established on the basis of objective response rate (ORR) and duration of response (DOR) as assessed by an independent review facility using 2007 International Working Group criteria. Efficacy results are summarized in
| Response | LUNSUMIO VELO N=94 |
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| Objective response rate, n (%) | 70 (75) |
| (95% CI) | (64, 83) |
| Complete response, n (%) | 55 (59) |
| (95% CI) | (48, 69) |
| Partial response, n (%) | 15 (16) |
| (95% CI) | (9, 25) |
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Duration of response |
N = 70 |
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22.4 (16.8, 22.8) |
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| At 12 months,% | 70 |
| (95% CI) | (59, 81) |
| At 18 months, % | 60 |
| (95% CI) | (46, 73) |
The median time to first response was 2.8 months (range: 1.2 to 16.0).
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING
LUNSUMIO VELO (mosunetuzumab-axgb) injection is a sterile, colorless to slightly brownish-yellow, preservative-free solution for subcutaneous injection supplied as follows:
- One 5 mg/0.5 mL single-dose vial in a carton (NDC 50242-177-01)
- One 45 mg/mL single-dose vial in a carton (NDC 50242-201-01).
Store refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) in the original carton to protect from light.
Do not freeze. Do not shake.
17 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
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
Infections – Discuss the signs or symptoms associated with infection [see
Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) – Discuss the signs and symptoms associated with HLH, including fever, coagulopathy, cytopenias, and splenomegaly [see
Cytopenias – Discuss the signs and symptoms associated with cytopenias, including neutropenia and febrile neutropenia, anemia, and thrombocytopenia [see
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
Injection-Site Reactions – Inform patients that injection site reactions may occur and to report any severe reactions [See
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
Lactation – Advise women not to breastfeed during treatment with LUNSUMIO VELO and for 3 months after the last dose [see
Manufactured by:
Genentech, Inc.
A Member of the Roche Group
1 DNA Way
South San Francisco, CA 94080-4990
LUNSUMIO VELO is a trademark of Genentech, Inc.
©2025 Genentech, Inc.
U.S. License No.: 1048
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What is LUNSUMIO VELO?
LUNSUMIO VELO is a prescription medicine used to treat adults with follicular lymphoma whose cancer has come back or did not respond to previous treatment, and who have already received two or more treatments. It is not known if LUNSUMIO VELO is safe and effective in children. |
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General information about the safe and effective use of LUNSUMIO VELO.
Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Medication Guide. You can ask your pharmacist or healthcare provider for information about LUNSUMIO VELO that is written for health professionals. |
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What are the ingredients in LUNSUMIO VELO?
Active ingredient: mosunetuzumab-axgb Inactive ingredients: acetic acid, histidine, methionine, polysorbate 20, sucrose, and Water for Injection. Manufactured by: Genentech, Inc., A Member of the Roche Group, 1 DNA Way, South San Francisco, CA 94080-4990 U.S. License No.: 1048 LUNSUMIO VELO is a trademark of Genentech, Inc. For more information, call 1-844-832-3687 or go to www.LUNSUMIO.com. |
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PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 5 mg/0.5 mL Vial Carton
NDC 50242-177-01
Lunsumio Velo™
(mosunetuzumab-axgb)
Injection
5 mg/0.5 mL
For Subcutaneous Use Only.
Single-Dose Vial.
Discard Unused Portion.
ATTENTION: Dispense the enclosed
Medication Guide to each patient.
1 vial
Rx only
Genentech
11027680
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 45 mg/mL Vial Carton
NDC 50242-201-01
Lunsumio Velo™
(mosunetuzumab-axgb)
Injection
45 mg/mL
For Subcutaneous Use Only.
Single-Dose Vial.
Discard Unused Portion.
ATTENTION: Dispense the enclosed
Medication Guide to each patient.
1 vial
Rx only
Genentech
11027612