Braftovi Drug Information

Generic name: ENCORAFENIB

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Uses of Braftovi

  • is a kinase inhibitor indicated: Melanoma
  • in combination with binimetinib, for the treatment of patients with unresectable or metastatic melanoma with a BRAF V600E or V600K mutation, as detected by an FDA-authorized test. ( 1.1 , 2.1 ) Colorectal Cancer (CRC)
  • in combination with cetuximab and fluorouracil-based chemotherapy, for the treatment of adult patients with metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) with a BRAF V600E mutation, as detected by an FDA‑authorized test. ( 1.2 , 2.1 )
  • in combination with cetuximab, for the treatment of adult patients with mCRC with a BRAF V600E mutation, as detected by an FDA-authorized test, after prior therapy. ( 1.2 , 2.1 ) Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)
  • in combination with binimetinib, for the treatment of adult patients with metastatic non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with a BRAF V600E mutation, as detected by an FDA-authorized test. ( 1.3 , 2.1 ) Limitations of Use BRAFTOVI is not indicated for treatment of patients with wild-type BRAF melanoma, wild-type BRAF CRC, or wild-type BRAF NSCLC. ( 1.4 , 5.2 ) 1.1 BRAF V600E or V600K Mutation–Positive Unresectable or Metastatic Melanoma BRAFTOVI is indicated, in combination with binimetinib, for the treatment of patients with unresectable or metastatic melanoma with a BRAF V600E or V600K mutation, as detected by an FDA-authorized test [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ] . 1.2 BRAF V600E Mutation-Positive Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (mCRC)
  • BRAFTOVI is indicated, in combination with cetuximab and fluorouracil-based chemotherapy , for the treatment of adult patients with metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) with a BRAF V600E mutation, as detected by an FDA- authorized test [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ].
  • BRAFTOVI is indicated, in combination with cetuximab, for the treatment of adult patients with mCRC with a BRAF V600E mutation, as detected by an FDA- authorized test, after prior therapy [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ]. 1.3 BRAF V600E Mutation-Positive Metastatic Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) BRAFTOVI is indicated, in combination with binimetinib, for the treatment of adult patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with a BRAF V600E mutation, as detected by an FDA-authorized test [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ] . 1.4 Limitations of Use BRAFTOVI is not indicated for treatment of patients with wild-type BRAF melanoma, wild-type BRAF CRC, or wild-type BRAF NSCLC [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] .

Dosage & Administration of Braftovi

ActionRecommended Dose
First dose reduction300 mg (four 75 mg capsules) orally once daily
Second dose reduction225 mg (three 75 mg capsules) orally once daily
Subsequent modificationPermanently discontinue if unable to tolerate BRAFTOVI 225 mg (three 75 mg capsules) once daily

Side Effects of Braftovi

  • The following adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling:
  • New Primary Malignancies [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]
  • Tumor Promotion in BRAF Wild-Type Tumors [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ]
  • Cardiomyopathy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ]
  • Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ]
  • Hemorrhage [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ]
  • Uveitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ]
  • QT Prolongation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ]
  • Embryo-Fetal Toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ]
  • Risks Associated with BRAFTOVI as a Single Agent [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ]
  • Risks Associated with Combination Treatment [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10) ]
  • Melanoma : Most common adverse reactions (≥25%) for BRAFTOVI, in combination with binimetinib, are fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and arthralgia. ( 6.1 )
  • CRC : Most common adverse reactions (≥25%) for BRAFTOVI, in combination with cetuximab and mFOLFOX6, are peripheral neuropathy, nausea, fatigue, diarrhea, decreased appetite, rash, vomiting, hemorrhage, abdominal pain, arthralgia, pyrexia, and constipation. ( 6.1 )
  • Most common adverse reactions (≥25%) for BRAFTOVI, in combination with cetuximab and FOLFIRI are nausea, diarrhea, fatigue, vomiting, alopecia, constipation, abdominal pain, decreased appetite, and rash. ( 6.1 )
  • Most common adverse reactions (≥25%) for BRAFTOVI, in combination with cetuximab, are fatigue, nausea, diarrhea, dermatitis acneiform, abdominal pain, decreased appetite, arthralgia, and rash. ( 6.1 )
  • NSCLC : Most common adverse reactions (≥25%) for BRAFTOVI, in combination with binimetinib, are fatigue, nausea, diarrhea, musculoskeletal pain, vomiting, abdominal pain, visual impairment, constipation, dyspnea, rash, and cough. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Pfizer Inc. at 1-800-438-1985 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 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. BRAF V600E or V600K Mutation-Positive Unresectable or Metastatic Melanoma The safety of BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib is described in 192 patients with BRAF V600 mutation-positive unresectable or metastatic melanoma who received BRAFTOVI (450 mg once daily) in combination with binimetinib (45 mg twice daily) in a randomized open-label, active-controlled trial (COLUMBUS). The COLUMBUS trial [see Clinical Studies (14.1) ] excluded patients with a history of Gilbert's syndrome, abnormal left ventricular ejection fraction, prolonged QTc (>480 ms), uncontrolled hypertension, and history or current evidence of retinal vein occlusion. The median duration of exposure was 11.8 months for patients treated with BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib and 6.2 months for patients treated with vemurafenib. The most common (≥25%) adverse reactions in patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib were fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and arthralgia. Adverse reactions leading to dose interruptions of BRAFTOVI occurred in 30% of patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib; the most common were nausea (7%), vomiting (7%), and pyrexia (4%). Adverse reactions leading to dose reductions of BRAFTOVI occurred in 14% of patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib; the most common were arthralgia (2%), fatigue (2%), and nausea (2%). Five percent (5%) of patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib experienced an adverse reaction that resulted in permanent discontinuation of BRAFTOVI; the most common were hemorrhage in 2% and headache in 1% of patients. Table 5 and Table 6 present adverse drug reactions and laboratory abnormalities, respectively, identified in COLUMBUS. The COLUMBUS trial was not designed to demonstrate a statistically significant difference in adverse reaction rates for BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib, as compared to vemurafenib, for any specific adverse reaction listed in Table 5. Table 5: Adverse Reactions Occurring in ≥10% of Patients Receiving BRAFTOVI in Combination with Binimetinib in COLUMBUS Grades per National Cancer Institute CTCAE v4.03. Adverse Reaction BRAFTOVI with binimetinib N=192 Vemurafenib N=186 All Grades (%) Grades 3 and 4 Grade 4 adverse reactions limited to fatigue (n=1), pruritus (n=1), and rash (n=1) in the BRAFTOVI with binimetinib arm. (%) All Grades (%) Grades 3 and 4 (%) General Disorders and Administration Site Conditions Fatigue Represents a composite of multiple, related preferred terms. 43 3 46 6 Pyrexia 18 4 30 0 Gastrointestinal Disorders Nausea 41 2 34 2 Vomiting 30 2 16 1 Abdominal pain 28 4 16 1 Constipation 22 0 6 1 Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Disorders Arthralgia 26 1 46 6 Myopathy 23 0 22 1 Pain in extremity 11 1 13 1 Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue Disorders Hyperkeratosis 23 1 49 1 Rash 22 1 53 13 Dry skin 16 0 26 0 Alopecia 14 0 38 0 Pruritus 13 1 21 1 Nervous System Disorders Headache 22 2 20 1 Dizziness 15 3 4 0 Peripheral neuropathy 12 1 13 2 Vascular Disorders Hemorrhage 19 3 9 2 BRAFTOVI when used as a single agent increases the risk of certain adverse reactions compared to BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib. In patients receiving BRAFTOVI 300 mg orally once daily as a single agent, the following adverse reactions were observed at a higher rate (≥5%) compared to patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib: palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia syndrome (51% vs. 7%), hyperkeratosis (57% vs. 23%), dry skin (38% vs. 16%), erythema (16% vs. 7%), rash (41% vs. 22%), alopecia (56% vs. 14%), pruritus (31% vs. 13%), arthralgia (44% vs. 26%), myopathy (33% vs. 23%), back pain (15% vs. 9%), dysgeusia (13% vs. 6%), and acneiform dermatitis (8% vs. 3%). Other clinically important adverse reactions occurring in <10% of patients who received BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib were: Nervous system disorders: Facial paresis Gastrointestinal disorders: Pancreatitis Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: Panniculitis, Photosensitivity Immune system disorders: Drug hypersensitivity Table 6: Laboratory Abnormalities Occurring in ≥10% (All Grades) of Patients Receiving BRAFTOVI in Combination with Binimetinib in COLUMBUS Laboratory Abnormality BRAFTOVI with binimetinib Grades per National Cancer Institute CTCAE v4.03. N=192 Vemurafenib N=186 All Grades (%) Grades 3 and 4 (%) All Grades (%) Grades 3 and 4 (%) Hematology Anemia 36 3.6 34 2.2 Leukopenia 13 0 10 0.5 Lymphopenia 13 2.1 30 7 Neutropenia 13 3.1 4.8 0.5 Chemistry Increased Creatinine 93 3.6 92 1.1 Increased Gamma Glutamyl Transferase 45 11 34 4.8 Increased ALT 29 6 27 2.2 Increased AST 27 2.6 24 1.6 Hyperglycemia 28 5 20 2.7 Increased Alkaline Phosphatase 21 0.5 35 2.2 Hyponatremia 18 3.6 15 0.5 Hypermagnesemia 10 1.0 26 0.5 BRAF V600E Mutation-Positive Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (mCRC) in Combination with Cetuximab and fluorouracil-based chemotherapy The safety of BRAFTOVI 300 mg once daily in combination with cetuximab (500 mg/m 2 every 2 weeks) and mFOLFOX6 was evaluated in 232 patients with BRAF V600E mutation-positive metastatic CRC in a randomized, open-label, active-controlled trial (BREAKWATER) [see Clinical Studies (14.2) ] . In a separate cohort of BREAKWATER (Cohort 3), 139 patients with BRAF V600E mutation-positive mCRC were evaluated; of which 71 patients received BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab (500 mg/m 2 every 2 weeks) and FOLFIRI. Patients with pancreatitis, leptomeningeal disease, chronic inflammatory bowel disease requiring medical intervention, as well as clinically significant cardiovascular diseases [e.g., myocardial infarction, acute coronary syndromes, NYHA Class ≥II congestive heart failure, prolonged QTcF interval (≥480 ms), history of prolonged QT syndrome] and active infectious conditions were excluded. BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and mFOLFOX6 Among patients who received BRAFTOVI, 73% were exposed for 6 months or longer and 48% were exposed for one year or longer. Serious adverse reactions occurred in 46% of patients who received BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and mFOLFOX6. Serious adverse reactions in >3% of patients included intestinal obstruction (4.7%), pyrexia (3.9%), sepsis (3.4%), and abdominal pain (3.4%). Fatal intestinal obstruction occurred in 0.9%, and fatal large intestinal perforation and gastrointestinal perforation occurred in 0.4% (each) of patients who received BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and mFOLFOX6. Permanent discontinuation of BRAFTOVI due to an adverse reaction occurred in 14% of patients. Adverse reactions which resulted in permanent discontinuation of BRAFTOVI in ≥1% of patients included increased lipase and sepsis. Dosage interruptions of BRAFTOVI due to an adverse reaction occurred in 68% of patients. Adverse reactions which required dosage interruption in ≥5% included neutropenia, anemia, pyrexia, COVID-19, and diarrhea. Dose reductions of BRAFTOVI due to an adverse reaction occurred in 25% of patients. Adverse reactions leading to dose reductions of BRAFTOVI in ≥2% of patients included fatigue, anemia, arthralgia, increased lipase, nausea, neurotoxicity, and vomiting. The most common (≥25%) adverse reactions of BRAFTOVI when used in combination with cetuximab and mFOLFOX6 were peripheral neuropathy, nausea, fatigue, diarrhea, decreased appetite, rash, vomiting, hemorrhage, abdominal pain, arthralgia, pyrexia, and constipation. The most common Grade 3 or 4 laboratory abnormalities (≥10%) of BRAFTOVI when used in combination with cetuximab and mFOLFOX6 were increased lipase, decreased neutrophil count, decreased hemoglobin, decreased white blood cell count, and increased glucose. Table 7 and Table 8 present adverse drug reactions and laboratory abnormalities, respectively, identified in patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and mFOLFOX6 in BREAKWATER. Table 7: Adverse Reactions Occurring in ≥10% of Patients Receiving BRAFTOVI in Combination with Cetuximab and mFOLFOX6 in BREAKWATER Grades per National Cancer Institute CTCAE v4.03. Adverse Reaction BRAFTOVI with cetuximab and mFOLFOX6 N=232 mFOLFOX6 with or without bevacizumab or FOLFOXIRI with or without bevacizumab or CAPOX with or without bevacizumab N=229 mFOLFOX6 with or without bevacizumab N=115 Represents a subset of the control arm (mFOLFOX6 with or without bevacizumab or FOLFOXIRI with or without bevacizumab or CAPOX with or without bevacizumab). All Grades (%) Grade 3 or 4 (%) All Grades (%) Grade 3 or 4 (%) All Grades (%) Grade 3 or 4 (%) Nervous System Disorders Peripheral neuropathy Represents multiple related terms. 64 19 53 9 57 10 Headache 15 0.4 9 0 12 0 Dysgeusia 15 0 14 0 19 0 Neurotoxicity 11 6 8 0 12 0 Gastrointestinal Disorders Nausea 54 3 50 3.9 44 2.6 Diarrhea 42 1.3 50 4.8 44 2.6 Vomiting 36 3.9 22 2.2 17 1.7 Abdominal pain 32 5 31 1.7 30 1.7 Constipation 27 0.4 23 0.4 25 0.9 Stomatitis 17 2.2 16 1.3 19 1.7 General Disorders and Administration Site Conditions Fatigue 53 7 41 4.8 45 7 Pyrexia 29 2.2 16 0.4 17 0.9 Metabolism and Nutrition Disorders Decreased appetite 38 2.2 27 1.3 30 2.6 Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue Disorders Rash 36 1.3 6 0 5 0 Alopecia 23 0 11 0 12 0 Dry skin 22 0.4 6 0 5 0 Dermatitis acneiform 20 0.9 1.3 0 0.9 0 Skin hyperpigmentation 19 0 3.1 0 1.7 0 Pruritus 14 0 3.9 0.4 5 0.9 Vascular Disorders Hemorrhage 34 2.6 21 1.3 15 1.7 Edema 11 0 4.4 0 6 0 Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Disorders Arthralgia 32 2.6 6 0.4 7 0.9 Myopathy 19 0 4.8 0.4 6 0.9 Musculoskeletal pain 14 0.9 10 1.3 13 1.7 Infections and Infestations COVID-19 16 0.9 17 0.4 16 0.9 Respiratory tract infection 11 0.9 11 0.4 9 0.9 Psychiatric Disorders Insomnia 13 0 9 0 5 0 Other clinically important adverse reactions occurring in <10% of patients who received BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and mFOLFOX6 were: Immune system disorders: Drug hypersensitivity Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: Hyperkeratosis Gastrointestinal disorders: Pancreatitis Table 8: Laboratory Abnormalities Occurring in ≥20% (All Grades) of Patients Receiving BRAFTOVI in Combination with Cetuximab and mFOLFOX6 in BREAKWATER Grades per National Cancer Institute CTCAE v4.03. Laboratory Abnormality The denominator used to calculate the rate varied from 220 to 227 based on the number of patients with a baseline and at least one post-treatment value. BRAFTOVI with cetuximab and mFOLFOX6 mFOLFOX6 with or without bevacizumab or FOLFOXIRI with or without bevacizumab or CAPOX with or without bevacizumab mFOLFOX6 with or without bevacizumab Represents a subset of the control arm (mFOLFOX6 with or without bevacizumab or FOLFOXIRI with or without bevacizumab or CAPOX with or without bevacizumab). All Grades (%) Grade 3 or 4 (%) All Grades (%) Grade 3 or 4 (%) All Grades (%) Grade 3 or 4 (%) Hematology Hemoglobin decreased 68 19 50 6 45 7 Activated partial thromboplastin time prolonged 67 5 43 1 50 2 Neutrophil count decreased 66 37 63 35 62 33 White blood cell decreased 66 12 59 8 56 6 Platelet count decreased 65 1 57 3 61 4 INR increased 47 1 23 1 24 2 Chemistry Lipase increased 85 53 57 28 53 23 Creatinine increased 70 1 72 1 75 0 Glucose increased 56 11 40 2 39 1 Alanine aminotransferase increased 43 1 44 3 46 4 Albumin decreased 42 1 27 1 25 1 Aspartate aminotransferase increased 40 1 41 2 37 3 Alkaline phosphatase increased 40 3 35 1 32 3 Potassium decreased 38 5 23 5 17 3 Calcium decreased 33 4 22 2 19 2 Magnesium decreased 27 1 12 1 9 0 Sodium decreased 23 3 17 4 16 5 BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and FOLFIRI Among patients who received BRAFTOVI, 81% were exposed for 6 months or longer and 17% were exposed for one year or longer. Serious adverse reactions occurred in 39% of patients who received BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and FOLFIRI. Serious adverse reactions in >3% of patients included febrile neutropenia (5.6%) and infusion related reaction (4.2%). Fatal gastrointestinal perforation occurred in 1.4% of patients who received BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and FOLFIRI. Permanent discontinuation of BRAFTOVI due to an adverse reaction occurred in 9% of patients. Adverse reactions which resulted in permanent discontinuation of BRAFTOVI in ≥1% of patients included completed suicide, diarrhea, dyspnea, gastrointestinal perforation, infusion related reaction and pyrexia. Dosage interruptions of BRAFTOVI due to an adverse reaction occurred in 55% of patients. Adverse reactions which required dosage interruption in ≥5% included neutropenia, diarrhea, and febrile neutropenia. Dose reductions of BRAFTOVI due to an adverse reaction occurred in 20% of patients. Adverse reactions leading to dose reductions of BRAFTOVI in ≥2% of patients included nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, fatigue, and diarrhea. The most common (≥25%) adverse reactions of BRAFTOVI when used in combination with cetuximab and FOLFIRI were nausea, diarrhea, fatigue, vomiting, alopecia, constipation, abdominal pain, decreased appetite, and rash. The most common Grade 3 or 4 laboratory abnormalities (≥10%) of BRAFTOVI when used in combination with cetuximab and FOLFIRI were decreased neutrophil count, increased lipase, decreased white blood cell count, and decreased hemoglobin. Table 9 and Table 10 present adverse drug reactions and laboratory abnormalities, respectively, identified in patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and FOLFIRI in Cohort 3 of BREAKWATER. Table 9: Adverse Reactions Occurring in ≥10% of Patients Receiving BRAFTOVI in Combination with Cetuximab and FOLFIRI (Cohort 3) in BREAKWATER Grades per National Cancer Institute CTCAE v4.03. Adverse Reaction BRAFTOVI with cetuximab and FOLFIRI N=71 FOLFIRI with or without bevacizumab N=68 All Grades (%) Grade 3 or 4 (%) All Grades (%) Grade 3 or 4 (%) Gastrointestinal Disorders Nausea 61 2.8 57 1.5 Diarrhea Represents multiple related terms. 55 10 49 9 Vomiting 47 2.8 31 0 Constipation 31 1.4 29 1.5 Abdominal pain 30 0 22 1.5 General Disorders and Administration Site Conditions Fatigue 47 4.2 50 6 Pyrexia 17 0 4.4 1.5 Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue Disorders Alopecia 35 1.4 22 0 Rash 27 0 1.5 0 Dry skin 24 0 6 0 Skin hyperpigmentation 24 0 2.9 0 Palmar-plantar erythrodysaesthesia syndrome 17 0 7 0 Dermatitis acneiform 11 0 0 0 Pruritus 11 0 4.4 0 Metabolism and Nutrition Disorders Decreased appetite 30 4.2 32 2.9 Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Disorders Arthralgia 24 0 4.4 0 Myopathy 13 0 9 0 Vascular Disorders Hemorrhage 21 0 22 0 Nervous System Disorders Dysgeusia 14 0 4.4 0 Headache 13 0 13 0 Psychiatric Disorders Insomnia 13 0 13 0 Neoplasms Benign, Malignant and Unspecified (Including Cysts and Polyps) Melanocytic nevus 11 0 0 0 Cardiac Disorders Arrhythmia 11 0 1.5 0 Other clinically important adverse reactions occurring in <10% of patients who received BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and FOLFIRI were: Immune system disorders: Drug hypersensitivity Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: Hyperkeratosis Gastrointestinal disorders: Pancreatitis Nervous system disorders: Peripheral neuropathy Table 10: Laboratory Abnormalities Occurring in ≥20% (All Grades) of Patients Receiving BRAFTOVI in Combination with Cetuximab and FOLFIRI in BREAKWATER Grades per National Cancer Institute CTCAE v4.03. Laboratory Abnormality The denominator used to calculate the rate varied from 65 to 68 based on the number of patients with a baseline and at least one post‑treatment value. BRAFTOVI with cetuximab and FOLFIRI FOLFIRI with or without bevacizumab All Grades (%) Grade 3 or 4 (%) All Grades (%) Grade 3 or 4 (%) Hematology White blood cell decreased 72 20 67 6 Neutrophil count decreased 69 30 62 32 Hemoglobin decreased 61 10 58 3 INR increased 43 0 21 0 Activated partial thromboplastin time prolonged 33 2 43 0 Platelet count decreased 21 0 26 0 Chemistry Creatinine increased 59 2 82 3 Lipase increased 46 22 32 12 Glucose increased 43 8 35 3 Alanine aminotransferase increased 34 2 33 3 Albumin decreased 34 2 26 0 Potassium decreased 34 6 18 6 Calcium decreased 27 2 24 5 Alkaline phosphatase increased 22 0 36 5 BRAF V600E Mutation-Positive Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (CRC) in Combination with Cetuximab The safety of BRAFTOVI 300 mg once daily in combination with cetuximab (400 mg/m 2 initial dose, followed by 250 mg/m 2 weekly) was evaluated in 216 patients with BRAF V600E mutation–positive metastatic CRC in a randomized, open-label, active-controlled trial (BEACON CRC). The BEACON CRC trial [see Clinical Studies (14.3) ] excluded patients with a history of Gilbert’s syndrome, abnormal left ventricular ejection fraction, prolonged QTc (>480 ms), uncontrolled hypertension, and history or current evidence of retinal vein occlusion. The median duration of exposure was 4.4 months for patients treated with BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and 1.6 months for patients treated with either irinotecan or infusional 5-fluorouracil (5-FU)/folinic acid (FA)/irinotecan (FOLFIRI) in combination with cetuximab. The most common (≥25%) adverse reactions in patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab were fatigue, nausea, diarrhea, dermatitis acneiform, abdominal pain, decreased appetite, arthralgia, and rash. Adverse reactions leading to dose interruptions of BRAFTOVI occurred in 33% of patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab; the most common were vomiting (4%), fatigue (4%), nausea (4%), pyrexia (3%), and diarrhea (3%). Adverse reactions leading to dose reductions of BRAFTOVI occurred in 9% of patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab; the most common were fatigue (2%), arthralgia (2%), and peripheral neuropathy (2%). Ten percent (10%) of patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab experienced an adverse reaction that resulted in permanent discontinuation of BRAFTOVI. None of the adverse reactions leading to permanent discontinuation of BRAFTOVI occurred in more than one patient (>0.5%). Table 11 and Table 12 present adverse drug reactions and laboratory abnormalities, respectively, identified in BEACON CRC. Table 11: Adverse Reactions Occurring in ≥10% of Patients Receiving BRAFTOVI in Combination with Cetuximab in BEACON CRC Grades per National Cancer Institute CTCAE v4.03. Adverse Reaction BRAFTOVI with cetuximab N=216 Irinotecan with cetuximab or FOLFIRI with cetuximab N=193 All Grades (%) ≥Grade 3 Grade 4-5 adverse reactions in the BRAFTOVI with cetuximab arm were limited to Grade 5 hemorrhage (n=1). (%) All Grades (%) ≥Grade 3 (%) General Disorders and Administration Site Conditions Fatigue Represents a composite of multiple, related preferred terms. 51 7 50 8 Pyrexia 17 1 15 1 Gastrointestinal Disorders Nausea 34 1 41 1 Diarrhea 33 2 48 10 Abdominal pain 30 4 32 5 Vomiting 21 1 29 3 Constipation 15 0 18 1 Metabolism and Nutrition Disorders Decreased appetite 27 1 27 3 Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Disorders Arthralgia 27 1 3 0 Myopathy 15 1 4 0 Pain in extremity 10 0 1 0 Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue Disorders Dermatitis acneiform 32 1 43 3 Rash 26 0 26 2 Pruritus 14 0 6 0 Melanocytic nevus 14 0 0 0 Dry skin 13 0 12 1 Nervous System Disorders Headache 20 0 3 0 Peripheral neuropathy 12 1 6 0 Vascular Disorders Hemorrhage 19 2 9 0 Psychiatric Disorders Insomnia 13 0 6 0 Other clinically important adverse reactions occurring in <10% of patients who received BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab were: Gastrointestinal disorders: Pancreatitis Table 12: Laboratory Abnormalities Occurring in ≥10% (All Grades) of Patients Receiving BRAFTOVI in Combination with Cetuximab in BEACON CRC Grades per National Cancer Institute CTCAE v4.03. Laboratory Abnormality Based on the number of patients with available baseline and at least one on-treatment laboratory test. BRAFTOVI with cetuximab Irinotecan with cetuximab or FOLFIRI with cetuximab All Grades (%) Grades 3 and 4 (%) All Grades (%) Grades 3 and 4 (%) Hematology Anemia 34 4 48 5 Lymphopenia 24 7 35 5 Increased activated partial thromboplastin time 13 1 7 1 Chemistry Hypomagnesemia 19 0 22 1 Increased alkaline phosphatase 18 4 30 7 Increased ALT 17 0 29 3 Increased AST 15 1 22 2 Hypokalemia 12 3 32 5 Hyponatremia 11 2 13 2 BRAF V600E Mutation-Positive Metastatic Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) The safety of BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib was evaluated in 98 patients with BRAF V600E mutation-positive metastatic NSCLC who received BRAFTOVI (450 mg once daily) in combination with binimetinib (45 mg twice daily) in an open-label, single-arm trial (PHAROS). The PHAROS trial [see Clinical Studies (14.3) ] excluded patients with abnormal left ventricular ejection fraction, prolonged QTc (>480 ms), uncontrolled hypertension, and history or current evidence of retinal vein occlusion. The median duration of treatment for BRAFTOVI and binimetinib was 9.2 and 8.4 months, respectively. The most common (≥25%) adverse reactions in patients receiving BRAFTOVI were fatigue, nausea, diarrhea, musculoskeletal pain, vomiting, abdominal pain, visual impairment, constipation, dyspnea, rash, and cough. Adverse reactions leading to dose interruptions of BRAFTOVI occurred in 59% of patients receiving BRAFTOVI; the most common (≥5%) were diarrhea (17%); nausea (13%); musculoskeletal pain, fatigue (8% each); AST increased (7%); ALT increased, anemia, hemorrhage, vomiting (6% each); and acute kidney injury (5%). Adverse reactions leading to dose reductions of BRAFTOVI occurred in 30% of patients receiving BRAFTOVI; the most common (≥5%) were diarrhea, nausea (8% each); AST increased and fatigue (5% each). A total of 16% of patients receiving BRAFTOVI experienced an adverse reaction that resulted in permanent discontinuation of BRAFTOVI; the most common (≥2%) were diarrhea, musculoskeletal pain (3.1% each); fatigue, rash, nausea, visual impairment, and vomiting (2% each). None of the other adverse reactions leading to permanent discontinuation of BRAFTOVI occurred in more than 1 patient. Serious adverse reactions occurred in 38% of patients who received BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib. Serious adverse reactions occurring in ≥2% of patients were hemorrhage (6%); diarrhea (4.1%); anemia, dyspnea, pneumonia (3.1% each); arrhythmia, device related infection, edema, myocardial infarction, and pleural effusion (2% each). Fatal adverse reactions occurred in 2% of patients who received BRAFTOVI (450 mg once daily) in combination with binimetinib, including intracranial hemorrhage and myocardial infarction (1% each). Table 13 and Table 14 present adverse drug reactions and laboratory abnormalities, respectively, identified in PHAROS. Table 13: Adverse Reactions Occurring in ≥10% of Patients Receiving BRAFTOVI in Combination with Binimetinib in PHAROS Grades per National Cancer Institute CTCAE v4.03. Adverse Reaction BRAFTOVI with binimetinib N=98 All Grades (%) Grades 3 and 4 One Grade 5 adverse reaction of hemorrhage occurred. (%) General Disorders and Administration Site Conditions Fatigue Fatigue includes fatigue, asthenia. 61 8 Edema Edema includes edema peripheral, generalized edema, swelling, localized edema, face edema. 23 1 Pyrexia 22 0 Gastrointestinal Disorders Nausea 58 3.1 Diarrhea Diarrhea includes diarrhea, colitis. 52 7 Vomiting 37 1 Abdominal pain Abdominal pain includes abdominal pain, abdominal pain upper, abdominal discomfort, epigastric discomfort. 32 1 Constipation 27 0 Eye Disorders Visual impairment Visual impairment includes vision blurred, visual impairment, vitreous floaters, photophobia, visual acuity reduced, photopsia. 29 2 Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Disorders Musculoskeletal pain Musculoskeletal pain includes back pain, arthralgia, pain in extremity, myalgia, musculoskeletal chest pain, noncardiac chest pain, neck pain. 48 4.1 Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue Disorders Rash Rash includes rash, rash macular, rash maculo-papular, rash papular, rash pustular, dermatitis acneiform, palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia syndrome, eczema, skin exfoliation. 27 3.1 Pruritis Pruritis includes pruritus, pruritus genital. 16 0 Dry skin 13 0 Alopecia 12 0 Respiratory, Thoracic and Mediastinal Disorders Dyspnea Dyspnea includes dyspnea, dyspnea exertional. 27 8 Cough Cough includes cough, productive cough. 26 0 Nervous System Disorders Dizziness Dizziness includes dizziness, balance disorder. 17 1 Headache 11 0 Metabolism and Nutrition Disorders Decreased appetite 14 1 Vascular Disorders Hemorrhage Hemorrhage includes anal hemorrhage, hemothorax, gastrointestinal hemorrhage, hematochezia, hematuria, hemoptysis, hemorrhage intracranial, hyphema, small intestinal hemorrhage, upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage, vaginal hemorrhage. 12 4.1 Hypertension 10 5 Cardiac Disorders Left ventricular dysfunction/cardiomyopathy Left ventricular dysfunction/cardiomyopathy includes ejection fraction decreased, cardiac failure, cardiac failure congestive. 11 1 Investigations Weight increased 11 1 Psychiatric Disorders Insomnia 10 0 Other clinically important adverse reactions occurring in <10% of patients who received BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib were: Nervous system disorders: Peripheral neuropathy, Dysgeusia, Facial paresis Gastrointestinal disorders: Pancreatitis Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: Hyperkeratosis, Erythema, Photosensitivity Immune system disorders: Drug hypersensitivity Table 14: Laboratory Abnormalities Occurring in ≥10% (All Grades) of Patients Receiving BRAFTOVI with Binimetinib Grades per National Cancer Institute CTCAE v4.03. Laboratory Abnormality Based on the number of patients with available baseline and at least one on-treatment laboratory test. BRAFTOVI with binimetinib All Grades (%) Grades 3 and 4 (%) Hematology Anemia 47 11 Lymphopenia 24 6 Thrombocytopenia 20 1.1 Leukopenia 12 0 Neutropenia 12 1.1 Chemistry Increased creatinine 91 3.2 Hyperglycemia 48 6 Increased creatine kinase 41 3.3 Lipase increased 40 14 Increased ALT 34 9 Hypoalbuminemia 32 0 Increased AST 31 10 Increased alkaline phosphatase 31 3.2 Hyperkalemia 31 2.1 Hyponatremia 26 11 Serum amylase increased 22 1.1 Hypocalcemia 12 2.1

Warnings & Cautions for Braftovi

  • New Primary Malignancies, cutaneous and noncutaneous : Can occur. Monitor for malignancies and perform dermatologic evaluations prior to, while on therapy, and following discontinuation of treatment. ( 5.1 )
  • Tumor Promotion in BRAF Wild-Type Tumors : Increased cell proliferation can occur with BRAF inhibitors. ( 5.2 )
  • Cardiomyopathy : Assess left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) before initiating treatment with BRAFTOVI and binimetinib, and after one month of treatment, then every 2 to 3 months thereafter. The safety of BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib has not been established in patients with LVEF below 50%. ( 5.3 )
  • Hepatotoxicity : Monitor liver function tests before and during treatment with BRAFTOVI and binimetinib and as clinically indicated. ( 5.4 )
  • Hemorrhage : Major hemorrhagic events can occur in patients receiving BRAFTOVI and binimetinib. ( 5.5 )
  • Uveitis : Perform ophthalmologic evaluation at regular intervals and for any visual disturbances. ( 5.6 )
  • QT Prolongation : Monitor electrolytes before and during treatment. Correct electrolyte abnormalities and control for cardiac risk factors for QT prolongation. Withhold BRAFTOVI for QTc of 500 ms or greater. ( 5.7 )
  • Embryo-Fetal Toxicity : Can cause fetal harm. Advise females with reproductive potential of potential risk to the fetus and to use effective nonhormonal method of contraception. ( 5.8 , 8.1 , 8.3 )
  • Risks Associated with BRAFTOVI as a Single Agent : If binimetinib is temporarily interrupted or permanently discontinued, reduce the dose of BRAFTOVI as recommended. ( 5.9 )
  • Risks Associated with Combination Treatment : BRAFTOVI is indicated for use as part of a regimen in combination with binimetinib or cetuximab. ( 5.10 ) 5.1 New Primary Malignancies New primary malignancies, cutaneous and noncutaneous, have been observed in patients treated with BRAF inhibitors and can occur with BRAFTOVI. Cutaneous Malignancies In COLUMBUS, cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cuSCC), including keratoacanthoma (KA), occurred in 2.6%, and basal cell carcinoma occurred in 1.6% of patients who received BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib. Median time to first occurrence of cuSCC/KA was 5.8 months (range 1 to 9 months) [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . For patients who received BRAFTOVI as a single agent, cuSCC/KA was reported in 8%, basal cell carcinoma in 1%, and a new primary melanoma in 5% of patients. In BEACON CRC, cuSCC/KA occurred in 1.4% of patients with CRC, and a new primary melanoma occurred in 1.4% of patients who received BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab. In PHAROS, cuSCC and skin papilloma, each occurred in 2% of patients who received BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib. In BREAKWATER, the following cutaneous malignancies occurred in patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and mFOLFOX6: melanocytic nevus in 5.6%, skin papilloma in 3% , basal cell carcinoma in 1.3%, squamous cell carcinoma of skin in 0.9%, keratoacanthoma in 0.4% and malignant melanoma in situ in 0.4%. In patients who received BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and FOLFIRI, skin papilloma occurred in 2.8% and keratoacanthoma in 1.4% of patients. Perform dermatologic evaluations prior to initiating treatment, every 2 months during treatment, and for up to 6 months following discontinuation of treatment. Manage suspicious skin lesions with excision and dermatopathologic evaluation. Dose modification is not recommended for new primary cutaneous malignancies. Noncutaneous Malignancies Based on its mechanism of action, BRAFTOVI may promote malignancies associated with activation of RAS through mutation or other mechanisms [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . Monitor patients receiving BRAFTOVI for signs and symptoms of noncutaneous malignancies. Discontinue BRAFTOVI for RAS mutation-positive noncutaneous malignancies [see Dosage and Administration (2.5) ] . 5.2 Tumor Promotion in BRAF Wild-Type Tumors In vitro experiments have demonstrated paradoxical activation of MAP-kinase signaling and increased cell proliferation in BRAF wild-type cells, which are exposed to BRAF inhibitors. Confirm evidence of BRAF V600E or V600K mutation prior to initiating BRAFTOVI [see Indications and Usage (1) , Dosage and Administration (2.1) ] . 5.3 Cardiomyopathy Cardiomyopathy, manifesting as left ventricular dysfunction associated with symptomatic or asymptomatic decreases in ejection fraction, has been reported in patients treated with BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib. In COLUMBUS, evidence of cardiomyopathy (decreased in LVEF below the institutional LLN with an absolute decreased in LVEF ≥10% below baseline as detected by echocardiography or MUGA) occurred in 7% of patients receiving BRAFTOVI plus binimetinib. Grade 3 left ventricular dysfunction occurred in 1.6% of patients. The median time to first occurrence of left ventricular dysfunction (any grade) in patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib was 3.6 months (range 0 to 21 months). Cardiomyopathy resolved in 87% of patients receiving BRAFTOVI plus binimetinib. In PHAROS, evidence of cardiomyopathy (decrease in LVEF below the institutional LLN with an absolute decrease in LVEF ≥10% below baseline as detected by echocardiography or MUGA) occurred in 11% of patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib. Grade 3 left ventricular dysfunction occurred in 1% of patients. Cardiomyopathy resolved in 82% of patients receiving BRAFTOVI plus binimetinib. Assess ejection fraction by echocardiogram or MUGA scan prior to initiating treatment, one month after initiating treatment, and every 2 to 3 months during treatment. The safety of BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib has not been established in patients with baseline ejection fraction that is either below 50% or below the institutional lower limit of normal (LLN). Patients with cardiovascular risk factors should be monitored closely when treated with BRAFTOVI. Withhold, reduce dose, or permanently discontinue based on severity of adverse reaction [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) , Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . 5.4 Hepatotoxicity Hepatotoxicity can occur when BRAFTOVI is administered in combination with binimetinib. In COLUMBUS, the incidence of Grade 3 or 4 increases in liver function laboratory tests in patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib was 6% for alanine aminotransferase (ALT), 2.6% for aspartate aminotransferase (AST), and 0.5% for alkaline phosphatase. In PHAROS, the incidence of Grade 3 or 4 increases in liver function laboratory tests in patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib was 10% for AST, 9% for ALT, and 3.2% for alkaline phosphatase. In BREAKWATER, the incidence of Grade 3 or 4 increases in liver function laboratory tests in patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and mFOLFOX6 was 2.6% for alkaline phosphatase, and 1.3% each for ALT and AST. In patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and FOLFIRI, the incidence of Grade 3 or 4 increases in liver function laboratory tests was 1.5% each for ALT and AST. Monitor liver laboratory tests before initiation of BRAFTOVI, monthly during treatment, and as clinically indicated. Withhold, reduce dose, or permanently discontinue based on severity of adverse reaction [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) , Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . 5.5 Hemorrhage In COLUMBUS, hemorrhage occurred in 19% of patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib; Grade 3 or greater hemorrhage occurred in 3.2% of patients. The most frequent hemorrhagic events were gastrointestinal, including rectal hemorrhage (4.2%), hematochezia (3.1%), and hemorrhoidal hemorrhage (1%). Fatal intracranial hemorrhage in the setting of new or progressive brain metastases occurred in 1.6% of patients. In BEACON CRC, hemorrhage occurred in 19% of patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab; Grade 3 or higher hemorrhage occurred in 1.9% of patients, including fatal gastrointestinal hemorrhage in 0.5% of patients. The most frequent hemorrhagic events were epistaxis (6.9%), hematochezia (2.3%), and rectal hemorrhage (2.3%). In PHAROS, hemorrhage occurred in 12% of patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib including fatal hemorrhage intracranial (1%); Grade 3 or 4 hemorrhage occurred in 4.1% of patients. The most frequent hemorrhagic events were anal hemorrhage and hemothorax (2% each). In BREAKWATER, hemorrhage occurred in 34 % of patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and mFOLFOX6; Grade 3 or 4 hemorrhage occurred in 3% of patients. In patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and FOLFIRI, hemorrhage occurred in 21% of patients. Withhold, reduce dose, or permanently discontinue based on severity of adverse reaction [see Dosage and Administration (2.5) , Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . 5.6 Uveitis Uveitis, including iritis and iridocyclitis, has been reported in patients treated with BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib. In COLUMBUS, the incidence of uveitis among patients treated with BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib was 4%. In PHAROS, the incidence of uveitis among patients treated with BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib was 1%. In BREAKWATER, the incidence of uveitis among patients who received BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and mFOLFOX6 was 0.4%. Assess for visual symptoms at each visit. Perform an ophthalmologic evaluation at regular intervals and for new or worsening visual disturbances, and to follow new or persistent ophthalmologic findings. Withhold, reduce dose, or permanently discontinue based on severity of adverse reaction [see Dosage and Administration (2.5) , Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . 5.7 QT Prolongation BRAFTOVI is associated with dose-dependent QTc interval prolongation in some patients [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) ] . In COLUMBUS, an increase in QTcF to >500 ms was measured in 0.5% (1/192) of patients who received BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib. In PHAROS, an increase in QTcF to >500 ms was measured in 2.1% (2/95) of patients who received BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib. In BREAKWATER, an increase of QTcF >500 ms was measured in 4% (9/226) of patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and mFOLFOX6. In patients receiving BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and FOLFIRI, an increase of QTcF >500 ms was measured in 1.5% (1/65) of patients. Monitor patients who already have or who are at significant risk of developing QTc prolongation, including patients with known long QT syndromes, clinically significant bradyarrhythmias, severe or uncontrolled heart failure and those taking other medicinal products associated with QT prolongation. Correct hypokalemia and hypomagnesemia prior to and during BRAFTOVI administration. Withhold, reduce dose, or permanently discontinue for QTc >500 ms [see Dosage and Administration (2.5) , Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . 5.8 Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Based on its mechanism of action, BRAFTOVI can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Encorafenib produced embryo-fetal developmental changes in rats and rabbits and was an abortifacient in rabbits at doses greater than or equal to those resulting in exposures approximately 26 (in the rat) and 178 (in the rabbit) times the human exposure at the recommended dose of 450 mg, with no clear findings at lower doses. Advise pregnant women and females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus. Advise females of reproductive potential to use an effective, nonhormonal method of contraception since BRAFTOVI can render hormonal contraceptives ineffective, during treatment and for 2 weeks after the last dose of BRAFTOVI [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1 , 8.3) ] . 5.9 Risks Associated with BRAFTOVI as a Single Agent BRAFTOVI when used as a single agent is associated with an increased risk of certain adverse reactions compared to when BRAFTOVI is used in combination with binimetinib. In COLUMBUS, Grades 3 or 4 dermatologic reactions occurred in 21% of patients treated with BRAFTOVI single agent compared to 2% of patients treated with BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) , Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . If binimetinib is temporarily interrupted or permanently discontinued, reduce the dose of BRAFTOVI as recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2.5) ] . 5.10 Risks Associated with Combination Treatment BRAFTOVI is indicated for use as part of a regimen in combination with binimetinib, in combination with cetuximab, in combination with cetuximab and mFOLFOX6 or FOLFIRI . Refer to the prescribing information for binimetinib, cetuximab and individual product components of mFOLFOX6 and FOLFIRI for additional risk information.

Drug Interactions with Braftovi

  • Strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors: Avoid coadministration. If unavoidable, reduce BRAFTOVI dosage. ( 2.6 , 7.1 )
  • Strong CYP3A4 inducers: Avoid coadministration. ( 7.1 )
  • Sensitive CYP3A4 substrates: Avoid coadministration with CYP3A4 substrates (including hormonal contraceptives) for which a decrease in plasma concentration may lead to reduced efficacy of the substrate. ( 7.2 )
  • Transporters: Dose reductions of drugs that are substrates of OATP1B1, OATP1B3, or BCRP may be required when used concomitantly with BRAFTOVI. ( 7.2 , 12.3 ) 7.1 Effect of Other Drugs on BRAFTOVI Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Coadministration of BRAFTOVI with a strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor increases encorafenib plasma concentrations [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] and may increase encorafenib adverse reactions. Avoid coadministration of BRAFTOVI with strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors, including grapefruit juice. If coadministration is unavoidable, reduce the BRAFTOVI dose [see Dosage and Administration (2.6) ] . Strong CYP3A4 Inducers Coadministration of BRAFTOVI with a strong CYP3A4 inducer may decrease encorafenib plasma concentrations [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] and may decrease encorafenib efficacy. Avoid coadministration of BRAFTOVI with strong CYP3A4 inducers. 7.2 Effect of BRAFTOVI on Other Drugs Sensitive CYP3A4 Substrates BRAFTOVI is a strong CYP3A4 inducer at steady-state. Concomitant use of BRAFTOVI may decrease the plasma concentrations of CYP3A4 substrates (including hormonal contraceptives), [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] , which may reduce the efficacy of these substrates. Avoid the coadministration of BRAFTOVI with CYP3A4 substrates for which a decrease in plasma concentration may lead to reduced efficacy of the substrate. If the coadministration cannot be avoided, see the CYP3A4 substrate product labeling for recommendations. OATP1B1, OATP1B3, or BCRP Substrates Coadministration of BRAFTOVI with OATP1B1, OATP1B3, or BCRP substrates can result in increased concentrations of the substrates, and may increase toxicity of these agents. When used in combination, monitor patients closely for signs and symptoms of increased exposure and consider adjusting the dose of these substrates [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. 7.3 Drugs That Prolong the QT Interval BRAFTOVI is associated with dose-dependent QTc interval prolongation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) , Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) ] . Avoid coadministration of BRAFTOVI with drugs known to prolong the QT/QTc interval.

Pregnancy Safety for Braftovi

Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on its mechanism of action, BRAFTOVI can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman . There are no available clinical data on the use of BRAFTOVI during pregnancy. In animal reproduction studies, encorafenib produced embryo-fetal developmental changes in rats and rabbits and was an abortifacient in rabbits at doses greater than or equal to those resulting in exposures approximately 26 (in the rat) and 178 (in the rabbit) times the human exposure at the clinical dose of 450 mg, with no clear findings at lower doses (see Data ). Advise pregnant women and females of reproductive potential 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 In reproductive toxicity studies, administration of encorafenib to rats during the period of organogenesis resulted in maternal toxicity, decreased fetal weights, and increased incidence of total skeletal variations at a dose of 20 mg/kg/day (approximately 26 times the human exposure based on area under the concentration-time curve at the recommended clinical dose of 450 mg once daily). In pregnant rabbits, administration of encorafenib during the period of organogenesis resulted in maternal toxicity, decreased fetal body weights, increased incidence of total skeletal variations and increased post-implantation loss, including total loss of pregnancy at a dose of 75 mg/kg/day (approximately 178 times the human exposure based on AUC at the recommended clinical dose of 450 mg once daily). While formal placental transfer studies have not been performed, encorafenib exposure in the fetal plasma of both rats and rabbits was up to 1.7% and 0.8%, respectively, of maternal exposure.

Pediatric Use of Braftovi

Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of BRAFTOVI have not been established in pediatric patients.

Overdosage Information for Braftovi

Since encorafenib is 86% bound to plasma proteins, hemodialysis is likely to be ineffective in the treatment of overdose with BRAFTOVI.

Clinical Studies of Braftovi

  • 14.1 BRAF V600E or V600K Mutation-Positive Unresectable or Metastatic Melanoma BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib was evaluated in a randomized, active-controlled, open-label, multicenter trial (COLUMBUS; NCT01909453). Eligible patients were required to have BRAF V600E or V600K mutation-positive unresectable or metastatic melanoma, as detected using the bioMerieux THxID™ BRAF assay. Patients were permitted to have received immunotherapy in the adjuvant setting and one prior line of immunotherapy for unresectable locally advanced or metastatic disease. Prior use of BRAF inhibitors or MEK inhibitors was prohibited. Randomization was stratified by American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC) Stage (IIIB, IIIC, IVM1a or IVM1b, versus IVM1c), Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status (0 versus 1), and prior immunotherapy for unresectable or metastatic disease (yes versus no). Patients were randomized (1:1:1) to receive BRAFTOVI 450 mg once daily in combination with binimetinib 45 mg twice daily (BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib), BRAFTOVI 300 mg once daily, or vemurafenib 960 mg twice daily. Treatment continued until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. Only the results of the approved dosing (BRAFTOVI 450 mg in combination with binimetinib 45 mg) are described below. The major efficacy outcome measure was progression-free survival (PFS), as assessed by a blinded independent central review, to compare BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib with vemurafenib. Additional efficacy outcome measures included overall survival (OS), as well as objective response rate (ORR) and duration of response (DoR) which were assessed by central review. A total of 577 patients were randomized, 192 to the BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib arm, 194 to the BRAFTOVI arm, and 191 to the vemurafenib arm. Of the 383 patients randomized to either the BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib or the vemurafenib arms, the median age was 56 years (20 to 89 years), 59% were male, 91% were White, and 72% had baseline ECOG performance status of 0. Ninety-five percent (95%) had metastatic disease, 65% were Stage IVM1c, and 4% received prior CTLA-4, PD-1, or PD-L1 directed antibodies. Twenty-eight percent (28%) had elevated baseline serum lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), 45% had ≥3 organs with tumor involvement at baseline, and 3% had brain metastases. Based on centralized testing, 100% of patients' tumors tested positive for BRAF mutations; BRAF V600E (88%), BRAF V600K (11%), or both (<1%). BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib demonstrated a statistically significant improvement in PFS compared to vemurafenib. Efficacy results are summarized in Table 15 and Figure 1. Table 15: Efficacy Results for COLUMBUS CI = Confidence interval; CR = Complete response; DoR = Duration of response; HR = Hazard ratio; NE = Not estimable; ORR = Overall response rate; OS = Overall survival; PFS = Progression-free survival; PR = Partial response. BRAFTOVI with binimetinib N=192 Vemurafenib N=191 Progression-Free Survival Number of events (%) 98 (51) 106 (55) Progressive disease 88 (46) 104 (54) Death 10 (5) 2 (1) Median PFS, months (95% CI) 14.9 (11.0, 18.5) 7.3 (5.6, 8.2) HR (95% CI) Estimated with Cox proportional hazard model adjusted by the following stratification factors: American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC) Stage (IIIB, IIIC, IVM1a or IVM1b, versus IVM1c) and Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status (0 versus 1). 0.54 (0.41, 0.71) P -value Log-rank test adjusted by the same stratification factors. <0.0001 Overall Survival Based on a cutoff date of 82.4 months after the date of the PFS analysis. Number of events (%) 139 (72) 147 (77) Median OS, months (95% CI) 33.6 (24.4, 39.2) 16.9 (14.0, 24.5) HR (95% CI) 0.67 (0.53, 0.84) Overall Response Rate ORR (95% CI) 63% (56%, 70%) 40% (33%, 48%) CR 8% 6% PR 55% 35% Duration of Response Median DoR, months (95% CI) 16.6 (12.2, 20.4) 12.3 (6.9, 16.9) Figure 1: Kaplan-Meier Curves for Progression-Free Survival in COLUMBUS Figure 1 14.2 BRAF V600E Mutation-Positive Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (mCRC) BREAKWATER - BRAFTOVI with Cetuximab and mFOLFOX6 BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and mFOLFOX6 was evaluated in a randomized, active-controlled, open-label, multicenter trial (BREAKWATER CRC; NCT04607421). Eligible patients were required to have BRAF V600E mutation-positive metastatic colorectal cancer (CRC), as detected using the Qiagen therascreen BRAF V600E RGQ polymerase chain reaction (PCR) Kit. Other key eligibility criteria included no prior systemic treatment in the metastatic setting, absence of prior treatment with any selective BRAF inhibitor or EGFR inhibitor, tumor that is not microsatellite instability-high (MSI-H) or mismatch repair deficient (dMMR) unless the patient is ineligible to receive immune checkpoint inhibitors, tumor that is not RAS-mutated or for which RAS mutation status is unknown, and Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status 0-1. Randomization was stratified by ECOG performance status (0 versus 1) and region (US/Canada versus Europe versus Rest of World). Patients were initially randomized 1:1:1 to one of the following treatment arms, and then 1:1 after discontinuation of enrollment of the BRAFTOVI+cetuximab arm (158 patients):
  • BRAFTOVI 300 mg orally once daily in combination with cetuximab 500 mg/m 2 IV infusion every 2 weeks (BRAFTOVI+cetuximab arm)
  • BRAFTOVI 300 mg orally once daily in combination with cetuximab 500 mg/m 2 IV infusion every 2 weeks and mFOLFOX6 every 2 weeks (BRAFTOVI+cetuximab+mFOLFOX6 arm)
  • mFOLFOX6 (every 2 weeks), or FOLFOXIRI (every 2 weeks), or CAPOX (every 3 weeks), each with or without bevacizumab (administered per prescribing instructions) mFOLFOX6 consisted of oxaliplatin 85 mg/m 2 , leucovorin 400 mg/m 2 , 5-FU 400 mg/m 2 IV bolus, then 5-FU 2400 mg/m 2 continuous IV infusion over 46-48 hours; CAPOX consisted of oxaliplatin 130 mg/m 2 IV infusion and capecitabine 1000 mg/m 2 oral tablet twice daily on Days 1-14; FOLFOXIRI consisted of irinotecan 165 mg/m 2 , oxaliplatin 85 mg/m 2 , leucovorin 400 mg/m 2 , 5-FU 2400 or 3200 mg/m 2 (per local standard of care) continuous IV infusion over 46-48 hours. Treatment continued until disease progression, unacceptable toxicity, withdrawal of consent, lost to follow-up, or death. Only the results of the approved regimen (BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and mFOLFOX6) are described below. The major efficacy outcome measures were confirmed objective response rate (ORR) and progression‑free survival as assessed by BICR. Additional efficacy outcome measures included overall survival (OS) and duration of response (DoR) as assessed by BICR. PFS and OS were evaluated in all randomized patients. ORR and DoR were evaluated in the first 110 participants randomized in each arm. A total of 236 patients were randomized to the BRAFTOVI+cetuximab+mFOLFOX6 arm and 243 to the control arm. Of these patients, the median age was 61 years, 49% were female, 59% were White, 37% were Asian, 0.4% were Multiracial, 0.2% were Black or African American, and 2.5% were not reported. Twelve percent (12%) were Hispanic or Latino, 81% were not Hispanic or Latino, and 7% were not reported. Fifty-four percent (54%) had baseline ECOG performance status of 0. BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and mFOLFOX6 demonstrated statistically significant improvements in ORR, PFS, and OS compared to the active comparator. Efficacy results are summarized in Table 16. Table 16: Efficacy Results for BRAFTOVI with Cetuximab and mFOLFOX6 CI = Confidence interval; CR = Complete response; DoR = Duration of response; N = Number of patients; NE = Not estimable; ORR = Objective response rate; PR = Partial response; HR = Hazard ratio; OS = Overall survival; PFS = Progression-free survival. Efficacy Parameter BRAFTOVI with cetuximab and mFOLFOX6 N=236 mFOLFOX6 ± bevacizumab or FOLFOXIRI ± bevacizumab or CAPOX ± bevacizumab N=243 Progression-Free Survival Number of events (%) 122 (52) 132 (54) Progressive disease 105 (45) 109 (45) Death 17 (7) 23 (9) Median PFS, months (95% CI) 12.8 (11.2, 15.9) 7.1 (6.8, 8.5) HR (95% CI) Hazard ratio based on stratified Cox proportional hazards model. Stratified by ECOG performance status and geographic region at randomization. 0.53 (0.41, 0.68) P -value Stratified log-rank test. Tested at 1-sided alpha level of 0.023. <0.0001 Objective Response Rate ORR Subset included the first 110 participants in each arm. ORR (95% CI) 61% (52%, 70%) 40% (31%, 49%) CR 2.7% 1.8% PR 58% 38% P -value Cochran-Mantel-Haenszel test; tested at 1-sided alpha level of 0.001. 0.0008 Duration of Response Median DoR, months (95% CI) 13.9 (8.5, NE) 11.1 (6.7, 12.7) Overall Survival Interim OS analysis conducted at 81.5% of total events required for final analysis. Number of events (%) 94 (40%) 148 (61%) Median OS, months (95% CI) 30.3 (21.7, NE) 15.1 (13.7, 17.7) HR (95% CI) 0.49 (0.38, 0.63) P -value Stratified log-rank test. Tested at 1-sided alpha level of 0.012. <0.0001 Figure 2: Kaplan-Meier Curves for Progression-Free Survival in BREAKWATER (BRAFTOVI plus cetuximab and mFOLFOX6) Figure 3: Kaplan-Meier Curves for Overall Survival in BREAKWATER (BRAFTOVI plus cetuximab and mFOLFOX6) BREAKWATER - BRAFTOVI with Cetuximab and FOLFIRI BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and FOLFIRI (fluorouracil, leucovorin and irinotecan) was evaluated in a separate cohort (Cohort 3) of BREAKWATER CRC (NCT04607421). Patients were randomized 1:1 to one of the following treatment arms:
  • BRAFTOVI 300 mg orally once daily in combination with cetuximab 500 mg/m 2 IV infusion every 2 weeks and FOLFIRI every 2 weeks (BRAFTOVI+cetuximab+FOLFIRI arm)
  • FOLFIRI (every 2 weeks) with or without bevacizumab (administered per prescribing instructions) FOLFIRI consisted of irinotecan 180 mg/m 2 (90 minute IV infusion); leucovorin 400 mg/m 2 (120 minute IV infusion); and 5-FU (400 mg/m 2 IV bolus, then 5-FU 2400 mg/m 2 continuous IV infusion over 46 - 48 hours). Treatment continued until disease progression, unacceptable toxicity, withdrawal of consent, lost to follow-up, or death. The major efficacy outcome measure was confirmed objective response rate (ORR) as assessed by BICR. An additional efficacy outcome measure included duration of response (DoR) as assessed by BICR. A total of 73 patients were randomized to the BRAFTOVI+cetuximab+FOLFIRI arm and 74 to the control arm. Of these patients, the median age was 62 years, 54% were female, 61% were White, 33% were Asian, 1.4% were Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, 0.7% were Multiracial, and 3.4% were not reported; 10% were Hispanic or Latino, 83% were not Hispanic or Latino, and 7% were not reported. There were no Black or African American patients enrolled in Cohort 3 of BREAKWATER. Sixty percent (60%) had baseline ECOG performance status of 0. BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab and FOLFIRI demonstrated a statistically significant improvement in ORR compared to the active comparator. Efficacy results are summarized in Table 17. Table 17: Efficacy Results for BRAFTOVI with Cetuximab and FOLFIRI CI = Confidence interval; CR = Complete response; DoR = Duration of response; N = Number of patients; ORR = Objective response rate; PR = Partial response. Efficacy Parameter BRAFTOVI with cetuximab and FOLFIRI N=73 FOLFIRI with or without bevacizumab N=74 Objective Response Rate ORR (95% CI) 64% (53%, 74%) 39% (29%, 51%) CR 4.1% 1.4% PR 60% 38% P -value Stratified by ECOG performance status at randomization. Cochran-Mantel-Haenszel test; tested at 1-sided alpha level of 0.025. 0.0011 Duration of Response % with DoR ≥6 months 57% 35% BEACON CRC-BRAFTOVI with Cetuximab following prior therapy BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab was evaluated in a randomized, active-controlled, open-label, multicenter trial (BEACON CRC; NCT02928224). Eligible patients were required to have BRAF V600E mutation-positive metastatic colorectal cancer (CRC), as detected using the Qiagen therascreen BRAF V600E RGQ polymerase chain reaction (PCR) Kit, with disease progression after 1 or 2 prior regimens. Other key eligibility criteria included absence of prior treatment with a RAF, MEK, or EGFR inhibitor, eligibility to receive cetuximab per local labeling with respect to tumor RAS status, and ECOG performance status (PS) 0-1. Randomization was stratified by Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status (0 versus 1), prior use of irinotecan (yes versus no), and cetuximab product used (US‑licensed versus EU-authorized). Patients were randomized 1:1:1 to one of the following treatment arms:
  • BRAFTOVI 300 mg orally once daily in combination with cetuximab (BRAFTOVI/cetuximab arm)
  • BRAFTOVI 300 mg orally once daily in combination with binimetinib and cetuximab
  • Irinotecan with cetuximab or FOLFIRI with cetuximab (control arm) The dosage of cetuximab in all patients was 400 mg/m 2 intravenously for the first dose followed by 250 mg/m 2 weekly. Patients in the control arm received cetuximab with either irinotecan 180 mg/m 2 intravenously on Days 1 and 15 of each 28‑day cycle or FOLFIRI intravenously (irinotecan 180 mg/m 2 on Days 1 and 15; folinic acid 400 mg/m 2 on Days 1 and 15; then 5-FU 400 mg/m 2 bolus on Days 1 and 15 followed by 5-FU 2400 mg/m 2 /day by continuous infusion over 2 days). Treatment continued until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. Only the results of the approved regimen (BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab) are described below. The major efficacy outcome measure was overall survival (OS). Additional efficacy outcome measures included progression-free survival (PFS), overall response rate (ORR), and duration of response (DoR) as assessed by blinded independent central review (BICR). OS and PFS were assessed in all randomized patients. ORR and DoR were assessed in the subset of the first 220 patients included in the randomized portion of the BRAFTOVI/cetuximab and control arm of the study. A total of 220 patients were randomized to the BRAFTOVI/cetuximab arm and 221 to the control arm. Of these 441 patients, the median age was 61 years; 53% were female; 80% were White, 15% were Asian, and 5% were other or not reported. Four percent (4%) were Hispanic or Latino, 90% were not Hispanic or Latino, and 6% were not reported or unknown. Fifty percent (50%) had baseline ECOG performance status of 0; 66% received 1 prior therapy and 34% received 2; 93% received prior oxaliplatin and 52% received prior irinotecan. BRAFTOVI in combination with cetuximab demonstrated a statistically significant improvement in OS, ORR, and PFS compared to the active comparator. Efficacy results are summarized in Table 18 and Figure 4 Table 18: Efficacy Results from BEACON CRC CI = Confidence interval; CR = Complete response; DoR = Duration of response; HR = Hazard ratio; NR = Not reached; ORR = Overall response rate; OS = Overall survival; PFS = Progression-free survival; PR = Partial response. BRAFTOVI with cetuximab N=220 Irinotecan with cetuximab or FOLFIRI with cetuximab N=221 Overall Survival Number of Events (%) 93 (42) 114 (52) Median OS, months (95% CI) 8.4 (7.5, 11.0) 5.4 (4.8, 6.6) HR (95% CI) Stratified by ECOG PS, source of cetuximab (US-licensed versus EU-authorized) and prior irinotecan use at randomization. Stratified Cox proportional hazard model. 0.60 (0.45, 0.79) P -value Stratified log-rank test, tested at alpha level of 0.0084. 0.0003 Overall Response Rate (per BICR) ORR (95% CI) BRAFTOVI/cetuximab arm (n=113) and control arm (n=107). 20% (13%, 29%) 2% (0%, 7%) CR 5% 0% PR 15% 2% P -value Cochran-Mantel-Haenszel test; tested at alpha level of 0.05. <0.0001 Median DoR, months (95% CI) 6.1 (4.1, 8.3) NR (2.6, NR) Progression‑Free Survival (per BICR) Number of events (%) 133 (60) 128 (58) Progressive disease 110 (50) 101 (46) Death 23 (10) 27 (12) Median PFS, months (95% CI) 4.2 (3.7, 5.4) 1.5 (1.4, 1.7) HR (95% CI) 0.40 (0.31, 0.52) P -value Stratified log-rank test, tested at alpha level of 0.0234. <0.0001 Figure 4: Kaplan-Meier Curves for Overall Survival in BEACON CRC Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 14.3 BRAF V600E Mutation-Positive Metastatic Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer BRAFTOVI in combination with binimetinib was evaluated in an open-label, multicenter, single-arm study in patients with BRAF V600E mutation-positive metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) (PHAROS; NCT03915951). Eligible patients had a diagnosis of histologically-confirmed metastatic NSCLC with BRAF V600E mutation that was treatment-naïve or had been previously treated with 1 prior line of systemic therapy in the metastatic setting (platinum-based chemotherapy and/or anti-PD-1/PD-L1 therapies), age 18 years or older, Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status (PS) of 0 or 1, and measurable disease as defined by Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors (RECIST) v1.1. Prior use of BRAF inhibitors or MEK inhibitors was not allowed. Patients received BRAFTOVI 450 mg once daily and binimetinib 45 mg orally twice daily until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. The major efficacy outcome measures were objective response rate (ORR) per RECIST v1.1 and duration of response (DoR) as assessed by independent review committee (IRC). In the efficacy population, BRAF V600E mutation status was determined by prospective local testing using tumor tissue (78%) or blood (22%) specimens. Of the 98 patients with BRAF V600E mutation, 6 patients were enrolled into the trial based on testing of their tumor tissue specimens with the FoundationOne CDx tissue test. Of the remaining 92 patients enrolled based on local testing, 68 patients had their tumor tissue specimens retrospectively confirmed as having BRAF V600E positive status by the FoundationOne CDx tissue test. The remaining patients had either BRAF V600E negative status (n=5) or had unevaluable results (n=19) by the FoundationOne CDx tissue test. In addition, plasma samples from 81 out of 98 patients were retrospectively tested using the FoundationOne Liquid CDx assay. Of the 81 patients, 48 were confirmed positive for BRAF V600E, while 33 patients were BRAF V600E mutation negative by FoundationOne Liquid CDx assay. The remaining 17 samples had unevaluable results with FoundationOne Liquid CDx assay. The efficacy population included 59 treatment-naïve patients and 39 previously-treated patients. Among these 98 patients, the median age was 70 years (range: 47 to 86); 53% female; 88% White, 7% Asian, 3% Black or African American, and 1% American Indian or Alaska Native; 99% were not Hispanic or Latino; 13% were current smokers and 57% were former smokers; 73% had ECOG PS of 1; and 97% had adenocarcinoma. All patients had metastatic disease, and 8% had brain metastases at baseline. Efficacy results for patients with BRAF V600E mutation-positive metastatic NSCLC are summarized in Table 19. Table 19: Efficacy Results for PHAROS CI = Confidence interval; CR = Complete response; DoR = Duration of response; N = Number of patients; NE = Not estimable; ORR = Objective response rate; PR = Partial response. BRAFTOVI with binimetinib Efficacy Parameter Treatment‑naïve (N=59) Previously‑treated (N=39) Objective Response Rate Assessed by Independent Central Review (ICR). ORR (95% CI) 75% (62, 85) 46% (30, 63) CR 15% 10% PR 59% 36% Duration of Response Based on observed duration of response. N=44 N=18 Range in months 1.4, 51.6+ 3.8, 45.8+ % with DoR ≥12 months 64% 44% % with DoR ≥24 months 43% 22%

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