Fyarro Drug Information

Generic name: SIROLIMUS

mTOR Inhibitor Immunosuppressant [EPC] Kinase Inhibitor [EPC]

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Uses of Fyarro

FYARRO ® is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with locally advanced unresectable or metastatic malignant perivascular epithelioid cell tumor (PEComa).

Dosage & Administration of Fyarro

Patients with Hepatic Impairment

The recommended dosage modification of FYARRO in patients with mild or moderate hepatic impairment is described in Table 3. Closely monitor patients with hepatic impairment for increased toxicity. Avoid use in patients with severe hepatic impairment.

Table 3.

Preparation and Administration FYARRO is a hazardous drug

Follow applicable special handling and disposal procedures. 1 FYARRO is supplied as a sterile lyophilized powder for reconstitution before use. READ ENTIRE PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO RECONSTITUTION. Preparation: Aseptically, reconstitute each vial by injecting 20 mL of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP.

Slowly inject the 20 mL of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, over a minimum of 1 minute, using the sterile syringe to direct the solution flow onto the INSIDE WALL OF THE VIAL. DO NOT INJECT the 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, directly onto the lyophilized powder, which has a cake-like appearance, as this will result in foaming. Once the injection is complete, allow the vial to sit for a minimum of 5 minutes to ensure proper wetting of the lyophilized powder.

Gently swirl and/or invert the vial slowly for at least 2 minutes until complete dissolution of any powder occurs. Avoid shaking the vial to prevent the generation of foam. If foaming or clumping occurs, let suspension stand for at least 15 minutes until foam subsides.

If foaming or clumping is present after one hour, do not use the reconstituted suspension. Each mL of the reconstituted formulation will contain 5 mg sirolimus. The reconstituted suspension should be milky and homogenous without visible particulates.

If particulates or settling are visible, the vial should be gently inverted again to ensure complete resuspension prior to use. Discard the reconstituted suspension if precipitates are observed. Discard any unused portion.

Transfer the volume of FYARRO required for the calculated dose into an empty sterile PVC or polyolefin infusion bag for administration without further dilution. The use of medical devices containing silicone oil as a lubricant (e.g., syringes and intravenous bags) to reconstitute and administer FYARRO may result in the formation of proteinaceous strands. Visually inspect reconstituted FYARRO suspension in the infusion bag prior to administration.

Discard reconstituted suspension if particulate matter, proteinaceous strands, or discoloration are observed. Administration: Administer the reconstituted FYARRO suspension intravenously over 30 minutes. Figure

Stability

Unopened vials of FYARRO are stable until the date indicated on the package when stored between 2ºC to 8ºC (36ºF to 46ºF) in the original package. Neither freezing nor thawing adversely affects the stability of the product. Stability of Reconstituted Suspension in the Vial Reconstituted FYARRO in the vial should be used immediately but may be refrigerated at 2ºC to 8ºC (36ºF to 46ºF) for a maximum of 6 hours stored in the original carton to protect it from light.

Discard any unused portion. Stability of Reconstituted Suspension in the Infusion Bag The suspension for infusion when prepared as recommended in an infusion bag should be used immediately but may be refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) and protected from light for a maximum of 9 hours. The total maximum combined refrigerated storage time of reconstituted FYARRO in the vial and in the infusion bag is 15 hours.

This may be followed by storage in the infusion bag at ambient temperature (approximately 25°C) and lighting conditions for a maximum of 4 hours. Discard any unused portion.

Table 1. Recommended dose reductions of FYARRO for adverse reactions.
*Permanently discontinue FYARRO in patients who are unable to tolerate FYARRO after three dose reductions.
Dose ReductionDose
First Dose Reduction75 mg/m 2 (25% reduction from 100 mg/m 2 )
Second Dose Reduction56 mg/m 2 (25% reduction from 75 mg/m 2 )
Third Dose Reduction*45 mg/m 2 (20% reduction from 56 mg/m 2 )
Table 2. Recommended FYARRO Dosage Modifications for Adverse Reactions
*Severity based on Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events Version 4.03.
Adverse ReactionSeverity*Dosage Modifications
Stomatitis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )]Grade 2 or 3Withhold FYARRO until Grade ≤1. Restart at the same dose for first occurrence. If recurs, restart at reduced dose level.
Grade 4Permanently discontinue FYARRO.
Anemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )]Grade 2Withhold FYARRO until Hb ≥8 g/dL. Restart at the same dose level.
Grade ≥3Withhold FYARRO until Hb ≥8 g/dL. Restart at the same dose level. If recurs, resume at reduced dose level.
Thrombocytopenia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )]Grade 2Withhold FYARRO until platelet count >100×10 9 /L. Restart at the same dose level.
Grade ≥3Withhold FYARRO until platelet count >100×10 9 /L. Restart at reduced dose level.
Neutropenia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )]Grade 2 or 3Withhold FYARRO until absolute neutrophil count ≥1.5×10 9 /L. Restart at the same dose level.
Grade 4Withhold FYARRO until absolute neutrophil count ≥1.5×10 9 /L. Restart at reduced dose level.
Infections [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )]Grade 3Withhold FYARRO until resolved. Restart at reduced dose level. If recurs, permanently discontinue FYARRO.
Grade 4Withhold FYARRO until resolved. Restart at reduced dose level or permanently discontinue FYARRO.
Hypokalemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )]Grade 2Withhold FYARRO until Grade ≤1. Restart at the same dose level. If recurs, restart at reduced dose level.
Grade ≥3Withhold FYARRO until Grade ≤1. Restart at reduced dose level. If recurs, permanently discontinue FYARRO.
Hyperglycemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )]Grade ≥3Withhold FYARRO until Grade ≤2. Restart at reduced dose level.
Interstitial Lung Disease / Non- Infectious Pneumonitis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )]Grade 2Withhold FYARRO for up to 3 weeks until Grade ≤1. Restart at reduced dose level. If not resolved to Grade ≤1 within 3 weeks, permanently discontinue FYARRO. If recurs, permanently discontinue FYARRO.
Grade ≥3Permanently discontinue FYARRO.
Hemorrhage [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 )]Grade 2 or 3Withhold FYARRO until Grade ≤1. Resume at reduced dose. If recurs, permanently discontinue FYARRO.
Grade 4Permanently discontinue FYARRO.
Other Adverse Reactions [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )]Grade 3Withhold FYARRO until Grade ≤1. Restart at the same dose level. If recurs, restart at reduced dose level.
Grade 4Permanently discontinue FYARRO.
Table 3. Recommended FYARRO Dosage in Patients with Mild or Moderate Hepatic Impairment
Hepatic Impairment (based on NCI criteria)Dosage
Mild (total bilirubin ≤ULN, AST >ULN or total bilirubin >1 to 1.5×ULN, any AST)75 mg/m 2
Moderate (total bilirubin >1.5 to 3.0×ULN, any AST)56 mg/m 2

Side Effects of Fyarro

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. The safety of FYARRO was assessed in a single-arm study (AMPECT). Ethnicity was 82% not Hispanic or Latino, 15% Hispanic or Latino, and 3% Not Reported.

Serious adverse reactions occurred in 14 (41%) patients who received FYARRO. Fatal adverse reactions occurred in 1 (2.9%) patient who received FYARRO and experienced upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage. Permanent discontinuation of FYARRO due to an adverse reaction occurred in 3 (9%) patients.

Adverse reactions which resulted in permanent discontinuation of FYARRO included pneumonitis, anemia, and noninfective cystitis. Dosage interruptions of FYARRO due to an adverse reaction occurred in 22 (65%) patients. Dose reductions of FYARRO due to an adverse reaction occurred in 12 (35%) patients.

Adverse reactions which required dose reductions in >5% of patients included stomatitis and pneumonitis in 3 (9%) patients each. Table 4 summarizes the adverse reactions in AMPECT. Table 4.

Adverse Reactions ≥10% in Patients with PEComa Who Received FYARRO in AMPECT 0 Table 5 summarizes the laboratory abnormalities in AMPECT. Table 5. Laboratory Abnormalities ≥10% That Worsened from Baseline in Patients with PEComa who Received FYARRO in AMPECT 0 Clinically relevant adverse reactions occurring in <10% of patients included enteritis, edema, pancytopenia, acute kidney injury, and acute coronary syndrome.

Table 4. Adverse Reactions ≥10% in Patients with PEComa Who Received FYARRO in AMPECT
Grading according to NCI CTCAE Version 4.03
a Includes stomatitis, aphthous ulcer, mouth ulceration, esophageal ulcer
b Includes diarrhea and enteritis
c Includes abdominal pain, abdominal pain upper, and epigastric discomfort
d Includes face edema, generalized edema, edema, edema peripheral, and periorbital edema
e Includes dermatitis acneiform, palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia syndrome, rash, rash erythematous, rash macular, rash maculo-papular, rash papular, rash pruritic, and skin exfoliation
f Includes all reported infections, including but not limited to, upper respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infection, sinusitis, skin infection, folliculitis, nasopharyngitis, pharyngitis, pharyngitis streptococcal, pneumonia, vaginal infection
g Includes dysesthesia, hypoesthesia, neuropathy peripheral, paresthesia, and peripheral sensory neuropathy
h Includes dizziness, dizziness postural, and vertigo
i Includes arthralgia, back pain, musculoskeletal chest pain, myalgia, neck pain, non-cardiac chest pain, pain in extremity
j Includes cough, productive cough, and upper-airway cough syndrome
k Includes dyspnea and dyspnea exertional
l Includes epistaxis, hemorrhoidal hemorrhage, mouth hemorrhage, post procedural hemorrhage, and upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage. Includes one fatal adverse reaction of upper GI hemorrhage
*No Grade 4 reactions were reported
FYARRO (N=34)
Adverse ReactionAll Grades (%)Grade 3 to 4* (%)
Gastrointestinal
Stomatitis a7918
Nausea500
Diarrhea b472.9
Vomiting322.9
Abdominal Pain c296
Constipation242.9
Dry Mouth150
Hemorrhoids120
General disorders
Fatigue682.9
Edema d502.9
Pyrexia240
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders
Rash e680
Alopecia240
Pruritus180
Dry Skin120
Nail disorder120
Infections
Infections f5912
Metabolism and nutrition
Decreased appetite440
Dehydration156
Nervous system
Dysgeusia320
Headache290
Peripheral neuropathy g150
Dizziness h120
Investigations
Weight decreased470
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Musculoskeletal pain i472.9
Respiratory, thoracic, and mediastinal disorders
Cough j350
Pneumonitis180
Dyspnea k120
Vascular disorders
Hypertension292.9
Hemorrhage l242.9
Psychiatric disorders
Insomnia212.9
Eye disorders
Vision blurred120
Table 5. Laboratory Abnormalities ≥10% That Worsened from Baseline in Patients with PEComa who Received FYARRO in AMPECT
1 Grading according to NCI CTCAE Version 4.03
2 The denominator used to calculate the rate varied from 33 to 34 based on the number of patients with a baseline value and at least one post-treatment value.
FYARRO 2 (N=34)
Laboratory Abnormality 1All Grades (%)Grades 3 to 4 (%)
Hematology
Decreased lymphocytes8221
Decreased hemoglobin686
Decreased leukocytes410
Decreased neutrophils350
Decreased platelets350
Chemistry
Increased creatinine820
Increased triglycerides520
Increased cholesterol483
Increased alanine aminotransferase (ALT)472.9
Decreased potassium4412
Decreased magnesium420
Decreased albumin352.9
Increased aspartate transaminase (AST)322.9
Increased alkaline phosphatase290
Decreased sodium242.9
Decreased calcium150
Decreased glucose150
Decreased phosphate159
Increased lipase126
Increased glucose1212
Increased sodium120

Warnings & Cautions for Fyarro

Myelosuppression FYARRO can cause myelosuppression including anemia, thrombocytopenia and neutropenia. Anemia occurred in 68% of patients; 6% were Grade 3. Thrombocytopenia and neutropenia occurred in 35% of patients each.

Obtain blood counts at baseline and every 2 months for the first year of treatment and every 3 months thereafter, or more frequently if clinically indicated. Based on the severity of the adverse reaction, withhold, resume at reduced dose, or permanently discontinue FYARRO.

Infections FYARRO can cause infections

Infections such as urinary tract infections (UTI), upper respiratory tract infections and sinusitis occurred in 59% of patients. Grade 3 infections occurred in 12% of patients, including a single case each of a UTI, pneumonia, skin, and abdominal infections. Monitor patients for infections, including opportunistic infections.

Hypokalemia FYARRO can cause hypokalemia

Hypokalemia occurred in 44% of patients, including 12% Grade 3 events. Monitor potassium levels prior to starting FYARRO and implement potassium supplementation as medically indicated.

Hyperglycemia FYARRO can cause hyperglycemia

Hyperglycemia occurred in 12% of patients treated with FYARRO, all of which were Grade 3 events. Monitor fasting serum glucose prior to starting FYARRO. During treatment, monitor serum glucose every 3 months in non-diabetic patients, or as clinically indicated.

Monitor serum glucose more frequently in diabetic patients.

Interstitial Lung Disease / Non-Infectious Pneumonitis FYARRO can cause interstitial lung disease (ILD) / non-infectious pneumonitis. ILD / non-infectious pneumonitis occurred in 18% of patients treated with FYARRO, of which all were Grades 1 or 2.

Hemorrhage FYARRO can cause serious and sometimes fatal hemorrhage. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of hemorrhage.

Hypersensitivity Reactions FYARRO can cause hypersensitivity reactions. Hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylactic, angioedema, exfoliative dermatitis and hypersensitivity vasculitis have been observed with administration of the oral formulation of sirolimus. Hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis have been observed with human albumin administration.

Monitor patients closely for signs and symptoms of infusion reactions during and following each FYARRO infusion in a setting where cardiopulmonary resuscitation medication and equipment are available. Monitor patients for at least 2 hours after the first infusion and as clinically needed for each subsequent infusion. Reduce the rate, interrupt infusion, or permanently discontinue FYARRO based on severity and institute appropriate medical management as needed.

Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Based on animal studies and the mechanism of action, FYARRO can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. In animal studies, mechanistic target of rapamycin kinase (mTOR) inhibitors caused embryo-fetal toxicity when administered during the period of organogenesis at maternal exposures that were equal to or less than human exposures at the recommended lowest starting dose. Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to a fetus.

Advise females of reproductive potential to avoid becoming pregnant and to use effective contraception while using FYARRO and for 12 weeks after the last dose.

Male Infertility Azoospermia or oligospermia may be observed in patients treated with FYARRO. FYARRO is an anti-proliferative drug and affects rapidly dividing cells such as germ cells.

Immunizations and Risks Associated with Live Vaccines

No studies in conjunction with immunization have been conducted with FYARRO. Immunization during FYARRO treatment may be ineffective. Update immunizations according to immunization guidelines prior to initiating FYARRO, if possible.

Immunization with live vaccines is not recommended during treatment and avoid close contact with those who have received live vaccines while on FYARRO. The interval between live vaccinations and initiation of FYARRO should be in accordance with current vaccination guidelines for patients on immunosuppressive therapies.

Risk of Transmission of Infectious Agents with Human Albumin

FYARRO contains human albumin, a derivative of human blood. Human albumin carries only a remote risk of transmission of viral diseases because of effective donor screening and product manufacturing processes. A theoretical risk for transmission of Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) also is considered extremely remote.

No cases of transmission of viral diseases or CJD have ever been associated with albumin.

Drug Interactions with Fyarro

Effects of Other Drugs on FYARRO

CYP3A4 and/or P-gp Inhibitors or Inducers CYP3A4 and/or P-gp inhibitors may increase sirolimus concentrations, which may increase the risk of FYARRO adverse reactions. CYP3A4 and/or P-gp inducers may decrease sirolimus concentrations, which may reduce FYARRO effectiveness. Strong CYP3A4 and/or P-gp Inhibitors or Inducers: Avoid concomitant use of FYARRO with strong CYP3A4 and/or P-gp inhibitors or strong CYP3A4 and/or P-gp inducers.

Grapefruit or Grapefruit Juice: Avoid concomitant use of FYARRO with grapefruit or grapefruit juice. Moderate or Weak CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Reduce the dosage of FYARRO when used concomitantly with a moderate or weak CYP3A4 inhibitor. Moderate or Weak CYP3A4 Inducers: Use of FYARRO may result in decreased effectiveness.

Pregnancy Safety for Fyarro

Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on animal studies and the mechanism of action, FYARRO can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Although there are no data on the use of FYARRO in pregnant women, there are limited data on the use of sirolimus during pregnancy. In animal studies, oral sirolimus was embryo/fetotoxic in rats at sub-therapeutic doses.

Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to a fetus. The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. 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.

Data Animal Data Reproductive studies in animals have not been performed with FYARRO. Studies with an oral formulation of sirolimus have shown that it crosses the placenta and is toxic to the conceptus. In rat embryo-fetal development studies, pregnant rats were administered an oral formulation of sirolimus during the period of organogenesis (Gestational Day 6-15).

Sirolimus produced embryo-fetal lethality at 0.5 mg/kg and reduced fetal weight at 1 mg/kg. The no observed adverse effect level (NOAEL) for fetal toxicity in rats was 0.1 mg/kg. Maternal toxicity (weight loss) was observed at 2 mg/kg.

The NOAEL for maternal toxicity was 1 mg/kg. In rabbit embryo-fetal development studies, pregnant rabbits were administered an oral formulation of sirolimus during the period of organogenesis (Gestational Day 6-18). There were no effects on embryo-fetal development at doses up to 0.05 mg/kg; however, at doses of 0.05 mg/kg and above, the ability to sustain a pregnancy was impaired (i.e., embryo-fetal abortion or early resorption).

Maternal toxicity (decreased body weight) was observed at 0.05 mg/kg. The NOAEL for maternal toxicity was 0.025 mg/kg. In a pre- and post-natal development study in rats, pregnant females were dosed with an oral formation of sirolimus during gestation and lactation (Gestational Day 6 through Lactation Day 20).

An increased incidence of dead pups occurred at 0.5 mg/kg, resulting in reduced live litter size. At 0.1 mg/kg, there were no adverse effects on offspring. Sirolimus did not cause maternal toxicity or affect developmental parameters in the surviving offspring (e.g., morphological development, motor activity, learning, or fertility assessment) at 0.5 mg/kg, the highest oral dose tested.

Pediatric Use of Fyarro

Pediatric Use The safety and efficacy of FYARRO in pediatric patients have not been established.

Contraindications for Fyarro

FYARRO is contraindicated in patients with a history of severe hypersensitivity to sirolimus, other rapamycin derivatives, or albumin.

Clinical Studies of Fyarro

Perivascular Epithelioid Cell Tumor (PEComa)

The efficacy of FYARRO was assessed in AMPECT (NCT02494570), a multi-center, single-arm clinical trial in 31 patients with locally advanced unresectable or metastatic malignant PEComa. Patients were required to have measurable disease at baseline, centrally confirmed diagnosis by pathology of malignant PEComa, and Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) Performance Status (PS) of 0 or 1. Patients with lymphangioleiomyomatosis and prior treatment with a mTOR inhibitor were excluded.

Five (16%) patients had locally advanced disease and 26 (84%) had metastatic disease. Ninety-four percent of patients had prior surgery,19% had prior radiation therapy, and 13% had prior systemic therapy. The major efficacy outcome measures were overall response rate (ORR) and duration of response (DOR) as assessed by blinded independent central review (BICR) using RECIST v.1.1.

The efficacy results are summarized in Table 6. Table 6. Efficacy Results in AMPECT

Table 6. Efficacy Results in AMPECT
All responses were initially partial responses. Two patients with partial response converted to complete response during the follow up-period.
+ Denotes ongoing responses
CI = Confidence Interval; NR = Not Reached; NE = Not Estimable
Efficacy EndpointsFYARRO (N=31)
Overall Response Rate (95% CI)39% (22%, 58%)
Duration of Response (DOR)(N=12)
Median (95% CI) in monthsNR (6.5, NE)
Range in months5.6, 55.5+
% with duration ≥6 months92%
% with duration ≥12 months67%
% with duration ≥24 months58%

Drug information sourced from the FDA. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional before making any medication decisions.

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