Hyaluronidase (human recombinant) and Trastuzumab

HERCEPTIN HYLECTA is a combination of trastuzumab, a HER2/neu receptor antagonist, and hyaluronidase, an endoglycosidase, indicated in adults for: The treatment of HER2-overexpressing breast cancer. Select patients for therapy based on an FDA-authorized companion diagnostic for trastuzumab.

The HER2 (or c-erbB2) proto-oncogene encodes a transmembrane receptor protein of 185 kDa, which is structurally related to the epidermal growth factor receptor. Trastuzumab has been shown, in both in vitro assays and in animals, to inhibit the proliferation of human tumor cells that overexpress HER2. Trastuzumab is a mediator of antibody-dependent cellular cytotoxicity (ADCC). In vitro, trastuzumab-mediated ADCC has been shown to be preferentially exerted on HER2 overexpressing cancer cells compared with cancer cells that do not overexpress HER2. Hyaluronan is a polysaccharide found in the extracellular matrix of the subcutaneous tissue. It is depolymerized by the naturally occurring enzyme hyaluronidase. Unlike the stable structural components of the interstitial matrix, hyaluronan has a half-life of approximately 0.5 days.

For subcutaneous use only. HERCEPTIN HYLECTA has different dosage and administration instructions than intravenous trastuzumab products. Do not administer intravenously. Do not substitute HERCEPTIN HYLECTA for or with ado-trastuzumab emtansine. Perform HER2 testing using FDA-authorized tests by laboratories with demonstrated proficiency. The recommended dose of HERCEPTIN HYLECTA is 600 mg/10,000 units (600 mg trastuzumab and 10,000 units hyaluronidase) administered subcutaneously over approximately 2-5 minutes once every three weeks.

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Boxed warning: Cardiomyopathy: HERCEPTIN HYLECTA can result in subclinical and clinical cardiac failure manifesting as CHF, and decreased LVEF, with greatest risk when administered concurrently with anthracyclines. Evaluate cardiac function prior to and during treatment. Discontinue HERCEPTIN HYLECTA for cardiomyopathy. Exacerbation of Chemotherapy-Induced Neutropenia. Hypersensitivity and Administration-Related Reactions (ARRs): Severe ARRs, including anaphylaxis, have been reported with HERCEPTIN HYLECTA. Monitor patients for systemic hypersensitivity reactions. Permanently discontinue HERCEPTIN HYLECTA in patients who experience anaphylaxis or severe hypersensitivity reactions.

The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the label: Cardiomyopathy Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Pulmonary Toxicity Exacerbation of Chemotherapy-Induced Neutropenia Hypersensitivity and Administration-Related Reactions Adjuvant Breast Cancer Most common adverse reactions (≥10%) for HERCEPTIN HYLECTA are fatigue, arthralgia, diarrhea, injection site reaction, upper respiratory tract infection, rash, myalgia, nausea, headache, edema, flushing, pyrexia, cough, and pain in extremity. Metastatic Breast Cancer (based on intravenous trastuzumab) Most common adverse reactions (≥10%) are fever, chills, headache, infection, congestive heart failure, insomnia, cough, and rash.

Anthracyclines Patients who receive anthracycline after stopping HERCEPTIN HYLECTA may be at increased risk of cardiac dysfunction because of HERCEPTIN HYLECTA's estimated long washout period. If possible, avoid anthracycline-based therapy for up to 7 months after stopping HERCEPTIN HYLECTA. If anthracyclines are used, closely monitor the patient's cardiac function.

Store HERCEPTIN HYLECTA vials in the refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) in the original carton to protect from light. Do not freeze. Once removed from the refrigerator, HERCEPTIN HYLECTA must be administered within 4 hours and should not be kept above 30°C (86°F). Do not shake.