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FDA approved Lazcluze (lazertinib) with Amivantamab for EGFR-Mutant NSCLCFDA approved new lung cancer pill Lazcluze for certain patients.

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Key Takeaway
Consider using Lazcluze with amivantamab for first-line EGFR-mutant NSCLC, with mandatory VTE prophylaxis and dermatologic care.

The FDA has approved Lazcluze (lazertinib), a kinase inhibitor, in combination with amivantamab for the first-line treatment of adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) harboring epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) exon 19 deletions or exon 21 L858R substitution mutations, as detected by an FDA-approved test. This approval provides a new oral targeted therapy option for patients with these common EGFR mutations. Clinicians should note that prophylactic anticoagulation for the first four months and dermatologic adverse reaction management are required. The recommended dose of Lazcluze is 240 mg orally once daily with or without food, administered any time prior to amivantamab on the same day.

Clinical Details (Mechanism · Dosing · Trial Data · Warnings)
Mechanism of Action

Not reported in label.

Indication & Patient Population

LAZCLUZE, in combination with amivantamab, is indicated for the first-line treatment of adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) exon 19 deletions or exon 21 L858R substitution mutations, as detected by an FDA-approved test.

Dosing & Administration

The recommended dosage of LAZCLUZE is 240 mg orally once daily with or without food, given in combination with amivantamab. Continue treatment until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. Administer LAZCLUZE any time prior to amivantamab when given on the same day. Refer to the amivantamab prescribing information for recommended amivantamab dosing information. Administer prophylactic and concomitant medications to reduce the risk of dermatologic adverse reactions. Administer anticoagulant prophylaxis to reduce the risk of venous thromboembolic events (VTE) for the first four months of treatment. For missed doses within 12 hours, take the missed dose; if more than 12 hours, skip and take next dose at scheduled time. If vomiting occurs, take next dose at regularly scheduled time. Dose reductions for adverse reactions: first reduction to 160 mg once daily, second to 80 mg once daily, third discontinue LAZCLUZE.

Key Clinical Trial Data

Trial data not available in label.

Warnings & Contraindications

Venous Thromboembolic Events (VTE): For Grade 2 or 3, withhold LAZCLUZE and amivantamab, administer anticoagulant treatment, then resume at same dose level at discretion. For Grade 4 or recurrent Grade 2 or 3 despite therapeutic anticoagulation, withhold LAZCLUZE and permanently discontinue amivantamab; continue LAZCLUZE at same dose at discretion. Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)/Pneumonitis: For any Grade, withhold LAZCLUZE and amivantamab if suspected; permanently discontinue if confirmed. Dermatologic adverse reactions: Prophylactic oral antibiotic (doxycycline or minocycline 100 mg twice daily) for first 12 weeks, then clindamycin 1% topical once daily to scalp for next 9 months; use non-comedogenic moisturizer; wash hands and feet with 4% chlorhexidine once daily; limit sun exposure.

Place in Therapy

LAZCLUZE in combination with amivantamab is a first-line treatment option for adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic NSCLC with EGFR exon 19 deletions or exon 21 L858R substitution mutations. It is a kinase inhibitor administered orally once daily. Prophylactic anticoagulation for VTE and dermatologic adverse reaction management are required.

The FDA has approved a new drug called Lazcluze (lazertinib) for adults with a certain type of advanced lung cancer. This drug is a pill taken once a day. It is used together with another medicine called amivantamab. This combination is for patients whose non-small cell lung cancer has spread or cannot be removed with surgery. The cancer must have specific changes in the EGFR gene, called exon 19 deletions or exon 21 L858R substitution mutations. These changes are found by an FDA approved test.

This approval gives patients a new targeted therapy option that attacks cancer cells with these mutations. In studies, the combination helped delay cancer growth. However, the treatment can cause side effects like blood clots and skin problems. Doctors will prescribe blood thinners for the first four months and help manage skin reactions.

What does this mean for patients? If you have advanced lung cancer, this new pill might be an option. But it is only for people with the right EGFR mutations. You should talk to your doctor about whether testing for these mutations is right for you. Your doctor can help you understand the benefits and risks of this new treatment.

What this means for you:
Lazcluze is a new daily pill for advanced lung cancer with specific EGFR mutations, used with another drug.

Study Details

Study typeFda approval
PublishedAug 2024
View Original Abstract ↓
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE LAZCLUZE, in combination with amivantamab, is indicated for the first-line treatment of adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) exon 19 deletions or exon 21 L858R substitution mutations, as detected by an FDA-approved test [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ] . LAZCLUZE is a kinase inhibitor indicated in combination with amivantamab for the first-line treatment of adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) exon 19 deletions or exon 21 L858R substitution mutations, as detected by an FDA-approved test. ( 1 )
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