Overview
11 DESCRIPTION Retifanlimab-dlwr is a programmed death receptor-1 (PD-1)–blocking antibody. Retifanlimab‑dlwr is a humanized IgG4 kappa monoclonal antibody produced in Chinese hamster ovary cells. Retifanlimab-dlwr has an approximate molecular weight of 148 kDa. ZYNYZ (retifanlimab-dlwr) injection is a sterile, preservative-free, clear to slightly opalescent, colorless to pale yellow solution for...
Mechanism of Action
12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY 12.1 Mechanism of Action Binding of the PD-1 ligands, PD-L1 and PD-L2, to the PD-1 receptor found on T cells, inhibits T-cell proliferation and cytokine production. Upregulation of PD-1 ligands occurs in some tumors, and signaling through this pathway can contribute to inhibition of active T-cell immune surveillance of tumors. Retifanlimab-dlwr binds to the PD-1 receptor, blocks interaction with its ligands PD-L1 and PD‑L2, and potentiates T-cell activity. 12.2 Pharmacodynamics The exposure-response relationship and time course of pharmacodynamic response for safety and effectiveness of retifanlimab-dlwr have not been fully characterized. 12.
Indications
- 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ZYNYZ is a programmed death receptor-1 (PD-1)–blocking antibody indicated: Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC) in combination with carboplatin and paclitaxel for the first-line treatment of adult patients with inoperable locally recurrent or metastatic squamous cell carcinoma of the anal canal (SCAC). ( 1.1 ) as a single agent for the treatment of adult patients with locally recurrent or metastatic SCAC with disease progression on or intolerance to platinum-based chemotherapy. ( 1.
Common Doses
- 500 mg
- 375 mg
- 10 mg
- 20 mL
Dosage
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Administer ZYNYZ as an intravenous infusion over 30 minutes after dilution ( 2.3 ): For Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC), in combination with carboplatin and paclitaxel, or as a single agent ( 2.1 ): 500 mg every 4 weeks, or 375 mg every 3 weeks For Merkel Cell Carcinoma (MCC) ( 2.1 ): 500 mg every 4 weeks See full prescribing information for dosage modifications for adverse reactions ( 2.2 ) and preparation and administration instructions. ( 2.3 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosage The recommended dosages of ZYNYZ are provided in Table 1.
Contraindications
- 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. ( 4 )
Side Effects
- 6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling. Severe and Fatal Immune-Mediated Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Infusion-Related Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Complications of Allogeneic HSCT [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] ZYNYZ in Combination with Carboplatin and Paclitaxel In patients with SCAC, the most common (≥ 20%) adverse reactions are fatigue, peripheral neuropathy, nausea, alopecia, diarrhea, musculoskeletal pain, constipation, hemorrhage, rash, vomiting, decreased appetite, pruritus,...
Interactions
- No major interactions listed on the FDA label. Always consult a healthcare professional.