Myfembree Drug Information

Generic name: RELUGOLIX, ESTRADIOL HEMIHYDRATE, AND NORETHINDRONE ACETATE

Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone Receptor Antagonist [EPC]

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Uses of Myfembree

Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Associated with Uterine Leiomyomas MYFEMBREE is indicated for the management of heavy menstrual bleeding associated with uterine leiomyomas (fibroids) in premenopausal women.

Moderate to Severe Pain Associated with Endometriosis MYFEMBREE is indicated for the management of moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis in premenopausal women.

Limitations of Use Use of MYFEMBREE should be limited to 24 months due to the risk of continued bone loss that may not be reversible.

Dosage & Administration of Myfembree

Prior to Initiation of MYFEMBREE

Exclude pregnancy. Discontinue hormonal contraceptives.

Recommended Dosage

Take one tablet of MYFEMBREE orally once daily at approximately the same time, with or without food. Start MYFEMBREE as early as possible after the onset of menses but no later than seven days after menses has started. The recommended total duration of treatment with MYFEMBREE is 24 months.

Missed Dose Take the missed dose of MYFEMBREE as soon as possible the same day and then resume regular dosing the next day at the usual time.

Dosage Modification for Concomitant Use with P-gp Inhibitors

Avoid concomitant use of MYFEMBREE with oral P-gp inhibitors. If concomitant use is unavoidable, take MYFEMBREE first and separate dosing by at least 6 hours.

Side Effects of Myfembree

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 clinical practice. Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Associated with Uterine Leiomyomas The safety of MYFEMBREE was evaluated in two placebo-controlled clinical trials, Study L1 (LIBERTY 1) and Study L2 (LIBERTY 2), in women with heavy menstrual bleeding associated with uterine fibroids. In these trials, women received a once daily relugolix 40-mg tablet and an over-encapsulated tablet of E2 1 mg and NETA 0.5 mg (relugolix + E2/NETA), which is equivalent to 1 tablet of MYFEMBREE.

Across the two trials, 254 women received MYFEMBREE once daily for 24 weeks. Of these, 476 women were treated with MYFEMBREE in a 28-week extension trial, Study L3 (LIBERTY Extension), for a total treatment duration of up to 12 months. Demographics were similar across the studies; approximately 43% were White, 51% were Black, and approximately 23% were of Hispanic or Latino ethnicity.

The mean age at study entry was approximately 42 years (range 19 to 51 years). Of women who completed Study L3, 229 were rerandomized to continue MYFEMBREE or withdraw from therapy (placebo) for an additional 52 weeks (Study L4). Serious Adverse Reactions In Studies L1 and L2, serious adverse reactions were reported in 3.1% of MYFEMBREE-treated women as compared to 2.3% of placebo-treated women.

In MYFEMBREE-treated women, serious adverse drug reactions included uterine myoma expulsion and menorrhagia experienced by one woman and uterine leiomyoma (prolapse), cholecystitis, and pelvic pain reported for one woman each. Adverse Reactions Leading to Study Drug Discontinuation In Studies L1 and L2, 3.9% of women treated with MYFEMBREE discontinued therapy due to adverse reactions, as compared to 4.3% receiving placebo. The most common adverse reaction leading to discontinuation of MYFEMBREE was uterine bleeding (1.2%) with an onset usually reported within the first 3 months of therapy.

Common Adverse Reactions The most common adverse reactions reported in at least 3% of women treated with MYFEMBREE for heavy menstrual bleeding associated with uterine fibroids and at an incidence greater than placebo during double-blind placebo-controlled treatment are summarized below in Table 1. Table 1: Adverse Reactions Occurring in 3% or More in Women with Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Associated with Uterine Fibroids Treated with In Study L1, more women experienced the adverse reaction of new or worsening hypertension with MYFEMBREE as compared to placebo (7.0% vs. 0.8%). The most common adverse reactions reported during the extension trial, Study L3, were similar to those reported in the placebo-controlled trials.

Less Common Adverse Reactions Adverse reactions reported in at least 2% and less than 3% of women with heavy menstrual bleeding associated with uterine fibroids in the MYFEMBREE treated group and greater incidence than placebo included irritability, dyspepsia, and breast cyst. Other important adverse reactions reported in MYFEMBREE-treated women included one serious reaction each of uterine myoma expulsion (0.4%) and uterine leiomyoma (prolapse) (0.4%). Bone Loss The effect of MYFEMBREE on BMD was assessed by DXA.

The least squares mean percent changes from baseline in lumbar spine BMD at Month 6 in Studies L1 and L2 are presented below in Table 2. Table 2: Mean Percent Change (On-Treatment) from Baseline in Lumbar Spine BMD in Women with Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Associated with Uterine Fibroids in Studies L1 and L2 at Month 6 In the open-label extension trial, Study L3, women received an additional 28 weeks of MYFEMBREE for a total of up to 52 weeks of treatment. Women from Study L3 showed continued bone loss at Months 6 and 12 when treated with up to 52 weeks of MYFEMBREE.

The least squares mean percent changes from baseline in lumbar spine BMD at Months 6 and 12 are presented below in Table 3. Table 3: Mean Percent Change (On-Treatment) from Baseline* in Lumbar Spine BMD at Month 6* and Month 12 for MYFEMBREE-Treated Women with Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Associated with Uterine Fibroids in Study L3 A separate concurrent prospective observational study enrolled 262 women with heavy menstrual bleeding associated with uterine fibroids who were age-matched to participants of Studies L1 and L2. While these women were not randomized to receive treatment for heavy menstrual bleeding associated with uterine fibroids, women were permitted to receive treatment from their provider during the clinical trials for this indication.

Women underwent DXA scans at baseline, Month 6 and Month 12 to monitor for changes in BMD. The mean percent changes from baseline (95% CI) in lumbar spine BMD at Months respectively. In Studies L1, L2, and L3, four of women treated with MYFEMBREE experienced low trauma fractures (defined as a fall from standing height or less).

Two women, one from Study L1 and one from Study L2, fractured after 117 and 166 days of treatment with MYFEMBREE. Two women in Study L3, both treated with relugolix monotherapy for 12 weeks prior to MYFEMBREE therapy, fractured after 149 and 164 days of treatment with MYFEMBREE. Depression, Mood Disorders, and Suicidal Ideation In Studies L1 and L2, MYFEMBREE was associated with adverse mood changes.

Resumption of Menstruation after Discontinuation Post study menstrual status was available for 35 women in Study L1 and 30 women in Study L2 who were treated with MYFEMBREE and prematurely discontinued the study or did not continue into the long-term extension study. The mean time from last dose to occurrence of menses was 36 days in Study L1 and 30.7 days in Study L2. Mean time to occurrence of menses was longer for women who achieved amenorrhea (40.6 days and 41.1 days in Studies L1 and L2, respectively) compared with women without amenorrhea (33.0 days and 26.6 days in Studies L1 and L2, respectively) in the last 35 days of treatment.

After 12 months of treatment with MYFEMBREE (Study L1 or Study L2, then Study L3) 93.8% (61/65) of women resumed menses. Mean time from last dose of drug to occurrence of menses was 40.5 days. Mean time to occurrence of menses was longer in women who reported amenorrhea over the last 35 days of treatment compared with women without amenorrhea over the last 35 days of treatment (45.6 days vs. 32.6 days, respectively).

Women who did not have a return to menses included those who had surgery, used alternative medications associated with amenorrhea, entered menopause, and unknown cause. Increases in Lipids Lipid levels were assessed at baseline and Week 24/End of Treatment in Studies L1 and L2. Moderate to Severe Pain Associated with Endometriosis The safety of MYFEMBREE was evaluated in two placebo-controlled clinical trials, Study S1 and Study S2, in women with moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis.

Of these, 799 women were treated with MYFEMBREE in an 80-week extension trial, Study S3, for a total treatment duration of up to 24 months. Demographics were similar across these trials; 91% were white, 6% were Black, and 12% were of Hispanic or Latino ethnicity. The mean age at study entry was 34 years (range 18 to 50 years).

Serious Adverse Reactions In Studies S1 and S2, serious adverse reactions were reported in 2.9% of MYFEMBREE-treated women as compared to 2.2% of placebo-treated women. In MYFEMBREE-treated women, serious adverse reactions included uterine hemorrhage, suicidal ideation, cholelithiasis, and cholecystitis. Adverse Reactions Leading to Study Drug Discontinuation In Studies S1 and S2, 4.5% of MYFEMBREE-treated women discontinued therapy due to adverse reactions as compared to 2.9% of placebo-treated women.

The most common adverse reaction (1.7%) leading to discontinuation in MYFEMBREE-treated women was mood-related disorders (including depression, mood swings, altered mood, affect lability, and suicidal ideation). Common Adverse Reactions The most common adverse reactions reported in at least 3% of women treated with MYFEMBREE for moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis and with an incidence greater than placebo during Studies S1 and S2 are summarized below in Table 4. Table 4: Adverse Reactions Occurring in 3% or More of Women with Moderate to Severe Pain Associated with Endometriosis Treated with The most common adverse reactions reported in the safety extension trial, Study S3, were similar to those reported in the placebo-controlled trials.

Less Common Adverse Reactions Adverse reactions reported in at least 2% and less than 3% of women with moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis in the MYFEMBREE group and with a greater incidence than placebo included diarrhea (2.4%), peripheral edema (2.2%), and vulvovaginal dryness (2.2%). The least squares (LS) mean percent changes from baseline in lumbar spine BMD at Month 6 and for women with moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis in Studies S1 and S2 are presented in Table 5. Table 5: LS Mean Percent Change (On-Treatment) from Baseline in Lumbar Spine BMD in Women with Moderate to Severe Pain Associated with Endometriosis at Month 6 in Studies S1 and S2 In the open-label extension, Study S3, women received an additional 80 weeks of MYFEMBREE for a total of up to 24 months of treatment.

A separate concurrent prospective observational study enrolled 452 women with moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis who were age-matched to participants of Studies S1 and S2. While these women were not randomized to receive treatment for moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis, women were permitted to receive treatment from their provider for this indication. In women with moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis, a decline in lumbar spine BMD of > 3% from pre-treatment baseline was observed in 19.7% (45/228) of women who had a DXA scan following 12 months of MYFEMBREE treatment in Study S3 and in 9.1% (29/320) of untreated women in the Observational Endometriosis Cohort.

The maximum percent decline from pre-treatment baseline at the lumbar spine, femoral neck and total hip at Month respectively. BMD loss may not be completely reversible after stopping treatment. In Study S3, two women sustained fractures after falling.

One woman, who was treated for almost 24 weeks with MYFEMBREE following 12 weeks of relugolix monotherapy, sustained a tibia/fibula fracture and one who was treated for 104 weeks with MYFEMBREE, sustained a wrist fracture 144 days after she discontinued MYFEMBREE. The impact of BMD loss on long-term bone health and future fracture risk in premenopausal women is unknown. Suicidal Ideation and Mood Disorders (Including Depression) In Studies S1 and S2, a greater proportion of women treated with MYFEMBREE compared with placebo reported mood disorders (including depression) (9.1% vs. 7.2%).

In addition, cases of suicidal ideation were reported in the safety extension trial, Study S3. Resumption of Menstruation after Discontinuation Post-study menstrual status was available for 55 women in Study S1 and 59 women in Study S2 who were treated with MYFEMBREE and either prematurely discontinued the study or did not continue into the extension study. The mean time from last dose to occurrence of menses was 27.1 days in Study S1 and 39.2 days in Study S2.

Mean time to occurrence of menses was longer for women who achieved amenorrhea (34.3 days and 42.8 days in Studies S1 and S2, respectively) compared with women without amenorrhea (21.0 days and 32.1 days in Studies S1 and S2, respectively) in the last 28 days of treatment. After 12 months of treatment with MYFEMBREE (Study S1 or Study S2, then Study S3), 97.9% (46/47) of women resumed menses. Women who did not have a return to menses included those who had surgery, used alternative medications associated with amenorrhea, or became pregnant.

Increases in Lipids Lipid levels were assessed at baseline and Week 24/End of Treatment in Studies S1 and S2. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. Immune system disorders: anaphylactoid reaction Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: drug eruption, angioedema, urticaria Neoplasms (benign, malignant, and unspecified): uterine leiomyoma degeneration

Table 1: Adverse Reactions Occurring in 3% or More in Women with Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Associated with Uterine Fibroids Treated with MYFEMBREE in Studies L1 and L2
1 Includes hot flush, hyperhidrosis, or night sweats.
2 Includes menorrhagia, metrorrhagia, vaginal hemorrhage, polymenorrhea, and menstruation irregular.
3 Includes libido decreased and loss of libido.
Adverse ReactionMYFEMBREE (N = 254) %Placebo (N = 256) %
Vasomotor symptoms 110.66.6
Abnormal uterine bleeding 26.31.2
Alopecia3.50.8
Libido decreased 33.10.4
Table 2: Mean Percent Change (On-Treatment) from Baseline in Lumbar Spine BMD in Women with Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Associated with Uterine Fibroids in Studies L1 and L2 at Month 6
Abbreviations: BMD = bone mineral density; CI = confidence interval.
MYFEMBREEPlacebo
Number of subjects254256
Percent change from baseline (95% CI)-0.23 (-0.64, 0.18)0.18 (-0.21, 0.58)
Treatment difference, %-0.42
Table 3: Mean Percent Change (On-Treatment) from Baseline* in Lumbar Spine BMD at Month 6* and Month 12 for MYFEMBREE-Treated Women with Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Associated with Uterine Fibroids in Study L3
Abbreviations: BMD = bone mineral density; CI = confidence interval.
Baseline and Month 6 assessments include only those participants from Studies L1 and L2 who participated in Study L3.
Number of Women (N = 163)
Month 6*Month 12
Percent change from baseline* (95% CI)-0.23 (-0.69, 0.24)-0.80 (-1.36, -0.25)
Table 4: Adverse Reactions Occurring in 3% or More of Women with Moderate to Severe Pain Associated with Endometriosis Treated with MYFEMBREE
1 Includes hot flush, hyperhidrosis, night sweats, and flushing.
2 Includes affect lability, affective disorder, anxiety, depressed mood, depression, emotional distress, generalized anxiety disorder, irritability, mixed anxiety and depressive disorder, mood altered, mood swings, and suicidal ideation.
3 Includes menorrhagia, metrorrhagia, vaginal hemorrhage, uterine hemorrhage, polymenorrhea, and menstruation irregular.
4 Includes libido decreased, libido disorder, and female sexual arousal disorder.
Adverse ReactionMYFEMBREE (N = 418) %Placebo (N = 416) %
Headache33.026.4
Vasomotor symptoms 113.27.2
Mood disorders 29.17.2
Abnormal uterine bleeding 36.74.6
Nausea6.04.1
Toothache5.52.4
Back pain4.82.9
Decreased sexual desire and arousal 44.31.2
Arthralgia3.62.2
Fatigue3.12.4
Dizziness3.11.2
Table 5: LS Mean Percent Change (On-Treatment) from Baseline in Lumbar Spine BMD in Women with Moderate to Severe Pain Associated with Endometriosis at Month 6 in Studies S1 and S2
Abbreviations: LS = least squares; BMD = bone mineral density; CI = confidence interval.
Treatment Month 6
MYFEMBREEPlacebo
Number of subjects418416
Percent change from baseline (95% CI)-0.72 (-1.06, -0.38)0.12 (-0.22, 0.47)
Treatment difference, %-0.84
Table 6: LS Mean Percent Change (On-Treatment) from Baseline* in Lumbar Spine BMD at Months 6*, 12, and 24 for Women with Moderate to Severe Pain Associated with Endometriosis Treated with MYFEMBREE in Study S3
Abbreviations: LS = least squares; BMD = bone mineral density; CI = confidence interval; N = number of subjects who received continuous MYFEMBREE treatment throughout Studies S1/S2 and S3; n = number of subjects who had BMD assessments.
Baseline and Month 6 assessments include only those participants from Studies S1 and S2 who also participated in Study S3.
Number of Women (N = 277)
Month 6* (n=264)Month 12 (n=228)Month 24 (n=163)
Percent change from baseline* (95% CI)-0.91 (-1.30, -0.53)-0.81 (-1.26, -0.36)-0.45 (-1.03, 0.13)

Warnings & Cautions for Myfembree

Thromboembolic Disorders and Vascular Events MYFEMBREE is contraindicated in women with current or history of thrombotic or thromboembolic disorders and in women at increased risk for these events. Discontinue MYFEMBREE immediately if an arterial or venous thrombotic, cardiovascular, or cerebrovascular event occurs or is suspected. Discontinue MYFEMBREE at least 4 to 6 weeks before surgery of the type associated with an increased risk of thromboembolism, or during periods of prolonged immobilization, if feasible.

Discontinue MYFEMBREE immediately if there is sudden unexplained partial or complete loss of vision, proptosis, diplopia, papilledema, or retinal vascular lesions and evaluate for retinal vein thrombosis as these have been reported in patients receiving estrogens and progestins. Estrogen and progestin combinations, including the estradiol/norethindrone acetate component of MYFEMBREE, increase the risk of thrombotic or thromboembolic disorders, including pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis, stroke, and myocardial infarction, especially in women at high risk for these events. In general, the risk is greatest among women over 35 years of age who smoke and women with uncontrolled hypertension, dyslipidemia, vascular disease, or obesity.

Two thromboembolic events (DVT and PE) occurred in one woman treated for 38 days with MYFEMBREE for moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis.

Bone Loss MYFEMBREE is contraindicated in women with known osteoporosis. Consider the benefits and risks of MYFEMBREE treatment in patients with a history of a low trauma fracture or risk factors for osteoporosis or bone loss, including taking medications that may decrease bone mineral density (BMD) (e.g., systemic or chronic inhaled corticosteroids, anticonvulsants, or chronic use of proton pump inhibitors). Assessment of BMD by dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) is recommended at baseline.

In women with heavy menstrual bleeding associated with uterine fibroids, periodic DXA during treatment with MYFEMBREE is recommended. In women with moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis, annual DXA is recommended while taking MYFEMBREE. Consider discontinuing MYFEMBREE if the risk associated with bone loss exceeds the potential benefit of treatment.

Although the effect of supplementation with calcium and vitamin D was not studied, such supplementation for patients with inadequate dietary intake may be beneficial. MYFEMBREE may cause a decrease in BMD in some patients. BMD loss may be greater with increasing duration of use and may not be completely reversible after stopping treatment.

The impact of BMD decreases on long-term bone health and future fracture risk in premenopausal women is unknown.

Hormone-Sensitive Malignancies MYFEMBREE is contraindicated in women with current or a history of hormone-sensitive malignancies (e.g., breast cancer) and in women at increased risk for hormone-sensitive malignancies. Discontinue MYFEMBREE if a hormone-sensitive malignancy is diagnosed. Surveillance measures in accordance with standard of care, such as breast examinations and mammography, are recommended.

The use of estrogen alone or estrogen plus progestin has been reported to result in an increase in abnormal mammograms requiring further evaluation.

Suicidal Ideation and Mood Disorders (Including Depression)

Evaluate patients with a history of suicidal ideation, depression, and mood disorders prior to initiating treatment. Monitor patients for mood changes and depressive symptoms including shortly after initiating treatment, to determine whether the risks of continuing therapy with MYFEMBREE outweigh the benefits. Patients with new or worsening depression, anxiety, or other mood changes should be referred to a mental health professional, as appropriate.

Advise patients to seek immediate medical attention for suicidal ideation and behavior. Re-evaluate the benefits and risks of continuing MYFEMBREE if such events occur. Gonadotropin-releasing hormone receptor antagonists, including MYFEMBREE, have been associated with mood disorders (including depression) and suicidal ideation.

In Studies S1 and S2 in women with moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis, a greater proportion of women treated with MYFEMBREE as compared to placebo reported mood disorders (including depression) (9.1% vs. 7.2%). In addition, cases of suicidal ideation were reported with MYFEMBREE use. All women who reported suicidal ideation had a history of depression and/or anxiety.

Hepatic Impairment and Transaminase Elevations Contraindication in Patients with Hepatic Impairment MYFEMBREE is contraindicated in patients with known hepatic impairment or disease. Steroid hormones may be poorly metabolized in patients with impaired liver function. Transaminase Elevations Instruct women to promptly seek medical attention for symptoms or signs that may reflect liver injury, such as jaundice or right upper abdominal pain.

Acute liver test abnormalities may necessitate the discontinuation of MYFEMBREE use until the liver tests return to normal and MYFEMBREE causation has been excluded. In placebo-controlled clinical trials, in women with uterine fibroids or endometriosis, elevations (≥ 3 times the upper limit of the normal of reference range) in alanine aminotransferase (ALT) occurred in of MYFEMBREE-treated women, respectively, as compared to of placebo-treated women, respectively; moreover, elevations (≥ 3 times ULN of reference range) in aspartate aminotransferase (AST) occurred in of MYFEMBREE-treated women, respectively, as compared to of placebo-treated women, respectively. No patterns in time to onset of these liver transaminase elevations were identified.

Gallbladder Disease or History of Cholestatic Jaundice Discontinue MYFEMBREE if signs or symptoms of gallbladder disease or jaundice occur. For women with a history of cholestatic jaundice associated with past estrogen use or with pregnancy, assess the risk-benefit of continuing therapy. Studies among estrogen users suggest a small increased relative risk of developing gallbladder disease.

Elevated Blood Pressure MYFEMBREE is contraindicated in women with uncontrolled hypertension. For women with well-controlled hypertension, continue to monitor blood pressure and stop MYFEMBREE if blood pressure rises significantly. In the placebo-controlled clinical trials in women with heavy menstrual bleeding associated with uterine fibroids or with moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis, more women in one study (Study L1; uterine fibroids) experienced the adverse reaction of new or worsening hypertension with MYFEMBREE compared to placebo (7.0% vs. 0.8%).

Change in Menstrual Bleeding Pattern and Reduced Ability to Recognize Pregnancy Exclude pregnancy before initiating MYFEMBREE. Start MYFEMBREE as early as possible after the start of menses but no later than 7 days after menses has started. If MYFEMBREE is initiated later in the menstrual cycle, irregular and/or heavy bleeding may initially occur.

Women who take MYFEMBREE may experience amenorrhea or a reduction in the amount, intensity, or duration of menstrual bleeding, which may delay the ability to recognize pregnancy. Perform pregnancy testing if pregnancy is suspected and discontinue MYFEMBREE if pregnancy is confirmed. Advise women of reproductive potential to use effective non-hormonal contraception during treatment with MYFEMBREE and for one week after the final dose.

Avoid concomitant use of hormonal contraceptives with MYFEMBREE. The use of estrogen-containing hormonal contraceptives can increase estrogen levels which may increase the risk of estrogen-associated adverse events and decrease the efficacy of MYFEMBREE.

Risk of Early Pregnancy Loss MYFEMBREE is contraindicated for use in pregnancy. Based on findings from animal studies and its mechanism of action, MYFEMBREE can cause early pregnancy loss. However, in both rabbits and rats, no fetal malformations were present at any dose level tested which were associated with relugolix exposures about half and approximately 300 times exposures in women at the recommended human dose.

Uterine Fibroid Prolapse or Expulsion

Advise women with known or suspected submucosal uterine fibroids about the possibility of uterine fibroid prolapse or expulsion and instruct them to contact their physician if severe bleeding and/or cramping occurs while being treated with MYFEMBREE. In Studies L1 and L2, uterine fibroid prolapse or uterine fibroid expulsion were reported in women treated with MYFEMBREE.

Alopecia

Consider discontinuing MYFEMBREE if hair loss becomes a concern. In Phase 3 placebo-controlled clinical trials in women with heavy menstrual bleeding associated with uterine fibroids, 3.5% of MYFEMBREE-treated women experienced alopecia, hair loss, and hair thinning as compared to 0.8% of placebo-treated women. In 3 of the 11 affected women treated with MYFEMBREE across Studies L1 and L2, alopecia was reported as moderate.

For one MYFEMBREE-treated woman in the extension trial, alopecia was a reason for discontinuing treatment. No specific pattern of hair loss was described. The majority of affected women completed the study with reported hair loss ongoing.

Whether the hair loss is reversible is unknown.

Effects on Carbohydrate and Lipid Metabolism

More frequent monitoring in MYFEMBREE-treated women with prediabetes and diabetes may be necessary. MYFEMBREE may decrease glucose tolerance and result in increased blood glucose concentrations. Monitor lipid levels and consider discontinuing MYFEMBREE if hypercholesterolemia or hypertriglyceridemia worsens.

In women with pre-existing hypertriglyceridemia, estrogen therapy may be associated with elevations in triglycerides levels leading to pancreatitis. Use of MYFEMBREE is associated with increases in total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C).

Effect on Other Laboratory Results Patients with hypothyroidism and hypoadrenalism may require higher doses of thyroid hormone or cortisol replacement therapy. The use of estrogen and progestin combinations may raise serum concentrations of binding proteins (e.g., thyroid-binding globulin, corticosteroid-binding globulin), which may reduce free thyroid or corticosteroid hormone levels. The use of estrogen and progestin may also affect the levels of sex hormone-binding globulin, and coagulation factors.

Hypersensitivity Reactions

Hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylactoid reactions, urticaria and angioedema, have been reported with MYFEMBREE. MYFEMBREE is contraindicated in women with a history of hypersensitivity reactions to relugolix or any component of MYFEMBREE. Immediately discontinue MYFEMBREE if a hypersensitivity reaction occurs.

Drug Interactions with Myfembree

Effect of Other Drugs on MYFEMBREE P-gp Inhibitors Co-administration of MYFEMBREE with P-gp inhibitors increases the AUC and maximum concentration (C max ) of relugolix and may increase the risk of adverse reactions associated with MYFEMBREE. Avoid use of MYFEMBREE with oral P-gp inhibitors. If use is unavoidable, take MYFEMBREE first, separate dosing by at least 6 hours, and monitor patients for adverse reactions.

Combined P-gp and Strong CYP3A Inducers Use of MYFEMBREE with combined P-gp and strong CYP3A inducers decreases the AUC and C max of relugolix, estradiol, and/or norethindrone and may decrease the therapeutic effects of MYFEMBREE.

Pregnancy Safety for Myfembree

Pregnancy Pregnancy Exposure Registry There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to MYFEMBREE during pregnancy. Pregnant females exposed to MYFEMBREE and healthcare providers are encouraged to call the MYFEMBREE Pregnancy Exposure Registry at 1-855-428-0707. Risk Summary MYFEMBREE is contraindicated in pregnancy.

Based on findings from animal studies and its mechanism of action, MYFEMBREE may cause early pregnancy loss. Discontinue MYFEMBREE if pregnancy occurs during treatment. The limited human data with the use of MYFEMBREE in pregnant women are insufficient to evaluate for a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes.

In animal reproduction studies, oral administration of relugolix in pregnant rabbits during organogenesis resulted in spontaneous abortion and total litter loss at relugolix exposures about half those at the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of 40 mg. In both rabbits and rats, no fetal malformations were present at any dose level tested which were associated with relugolix exposures about half and approximately 300 times exposures in women at the MRHD, respectively. Epidemiologic studies and meta-analyses have not found an increased risk of genital or non-genital birth defects (including cardiac anomalies and limb-reduction defects) following exposure to estrogens and progestins before conception or during early pregnancy.

The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. There are insufficient data to conclude whether the presence of uterine fibroids or endometriosis reduces the likelihood of achieving pregnancy or increases the risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes.

In the United States general population, the estimated background risks of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies are respectively. Data Animal Data In an embryo-fetal development study, oral administration of relugolix to pregnant rabbits during the period of organogenesis (Days 6 to 18 of gestation) resulted in abortion, total litter loss, or decreased number of live fetuses at a dose of 9 mg/kg/day (about half the human exposure at the maximum recommended human dose of 40 mg daily, based on AUC). No treatment related malformations were observed in surviving fetuses.

No treatment related effects were observed at 3 mg/kg/day (about 0.1-fold the MRHD) or lower. The binding affinity of relugolix for rabbit GnRH receptors is unknown. In a similar embryo-fetal development study, oral administration of relugolix to pregnant rats during the period of organogenesis (Days 6 to 17 of gestation) did not affect pregnancy status or fetal endpoints at doses up to 1000 mg/kg/day (300 times the MRHD), a dose at which maternal toxicity (decreased body weight gain and food consumption) was observed.

A no observed adverse effect level (NOAEL) for maternal toxicity was 200 mg/kg/day (86 times the MRHD). In rats, the binding affinity of relugolix for GnRH receptors is more than 1000-fold lower than that in humans, and this study represents an assessment of non-pharmacological targets of relugolix during pregnancy. No treatment related malformations were observed up to 1000 mg/kg/day.

In a pre- and postnatal developmental study in pregnant and lactating rats, oral administration of relugolix to rats during late pregnancy and lactation (Day 6 of gestation to Day 20 of lactation) had no effects on pre- and postnatal development at doses up to 1000 mg/kg/day (300 times the MRHD), a dose in which maternal toxicity was observed (effects on body weight gain). A NOAEL for maternal toxicity was 100 mg/kg/day (34 times the MRHD).

Pediatric Use of Myfembree

Pediatric Use Safety and effectiveness of MYFEMBREE in pediatric patients have not been established.

Contraindications for Myfembree

MYFEMBREE is contraindicated in women: With a high risk of arterial, venous thrombotic, or thromboembolic disorders. Examples include women over 35 years of age who smoke and women who are known to have: current or history of deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism vascular disease (e.g., cerebrovascular disease, coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease) thrombogenic valvular or thrombogenic rhythm diseases of the heart (e.g., subacute bacterial endocarditis with valvular disease, or atrial fibrillation) inherited or acquired hypercoagulopathies uncontrolled hypertension headaches with focal neurological symptoms or migraine headaches with aura if over 35 years of age Who are pregnant. Exposure to MYFEMBREE early in pregnancy may increase the risk of early pregnancy loss.

With known osteoporosis, because of the risk of further bone loss. With current or history of breast cancer or other hormone-sensitive malignancies, and with increased risk for hormone-sensitive malignancies. With known hepatic impairment or disease.

With undiagnosed abnormal uterine bleeding. With known anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, or hypersensitivity to MYFEMBREE or any of its components. Anaphylactoid reactions, urticaria, and angioedema have been reported.

High risk of arterial, venous thrombotic, or thromboembolic disorder. Pregnancy. Known osteoporosis.

Undiagnosed abnormal uterine bleeding. Known hypersensitivity to components of MYFEMBREE.

Overdosage Information for Myfembree

Overdosage of estrogen plus progestin may cause nausea, vomiting, breast tenderness, abdominal pain, drowsiness, fatigue, and withdrawal bleeding. Supportive care is recommended if an overdose occurs. The amount of relugolix, estradiol, or norethindrone removed by hemodialysis is unknown.

Clinical Studies of Myfembree

Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Associated with Uterine Fibroids

The efficacy and safety of MYFEMBREE were evaluated in two replicate, 24-week, multinational, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled studies in a total of 768 premenopausal women with heavy menstrual bleeding associated with uterine fibroids in Study L1 (NCT03049735) and Study L2 (NCT03103087). For study inclusion, women had to have uterine fibroids confirmed by ultrasound examination in which at least one fibroid met at least one of the following criteria: Subserosal, intramural, or < 50% intracavitary submucosal fibroid with a diameter ≥ 2 cm, or Multiple small fibroids with a total uterine volume of ≥ 130cm 3. Women also had to have menstrual blood loss (MBL) volume of ≥ 80 mL per cycle for two menstrual cycles or ≥ 160 mL during one cycle quantified by the alkaline hematin method from menstrual products collected during baseline menstrual cycles to be included in the studies.

Women with hemoglobin < 8.0 g/dL were excluded from the study. Iron therapy was required for women with hemoglobin ≥ 8 g/dL and ≤ 10 g/dL. Women were allowed, but not required, to take calcium and vitamin D during the study.

Treatment was initiated within the first seven days after the onset of menses. The primary endpoint was the proportion of women in the MYFEMBREE group compared with women in the placebo group, who achieved menstrual blood loss volume of < 80 mL and at least a 50% reduction from baseline MBL volume over the last 35 days of treatment, as measured by the alkaline hematin method. Key secondary endpoints were related to amenorrhea, MBL volume, and change in hemoglobin.

A total of 768 women were randomized and treated in Studies L1 and L2 (741 women in the efficacy population used for these studies). Approximately 53% of study participants were Black, 41% were White, and 6% were of other races. Across studies at baseline, mean (± standard deviation) MBL volume at baseline was 231 mL (± 156).

Menstrual Blood Loss In both Study L1 and Study L2, a statistically higher proportion of women treated with MYFEMBREE achieved the primary endpoint of both an MBL volume of less than 80 mL and at least a 50% reduction from baseline in MBL volume over the last 35 days of treatment compared with placebo ( Table 8 ). Table 8: Proportion of Responders for Reduction in MBL Volume Over Last 35 days of Treatment in Women with Uterine Fibroids (Studies L1 and L2) Amenorrhea In Studies L1 and L2, 50.0% and 50.4% of women treated with MYFEMBREE, respectively, achieved amenorrhea as compared to 6.2% and 3.1% treated with placebo, respectively, over the last 35 days of treatment. Percent Change in MBL Volume The mean MBL volumes in Studies L1 and L2 at baseline were 243.8 mL and 246.7 mL in the MYFEMBREE group and 223.2 mL and 211.8 mL in the placebo group, respectively.

Reductions in MBL volume for MYFEMBREE and placebo groups are depicted in Figure 1. A statistically higher proportion treated with MYFEMBREE compared with placebo had > 2 g/dL improvement in hemoglobin levels, see Table 9. Table 9: Proportion of Women with Baseline Hgb ≤ 10.5 and > 2 g/dL Improvement in Hemoglobin Levels from Baseline at Week 24 Recurrence of Heavy Menstrual Bleeding After Discontinuation of MYFEMBREE In a randomized withdrawal study (L4), 229 women from the open label extension Study L3 were rerandomized to either continue blinded treatment with MYFEMBREE or withdrawal of therapy (placebo) for an additional 52 weeks.

The median time to return to heavy menstrual bleeding among women randomized to placebo (treatment withdrawal) was 5.9 weeks.

Moderate to Severe Pain Associated with Endometriosis

The efficacy of MYFEMBREE was assessed in two 24-week, multinational, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled studies in pre-menopausal women with moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis in Study S1 (NCT03204318) and Study S2 (NCT03204331). For study inclusion, women had to have endometriosis confirmed by direct visualization during surgery and/or histology in addition to pain associated with endometriosis during a placebo run-in period. Dysmenorrhea (DYS) and non-menstrual pelvic pain (NMPP) were assessed daily using an 11-point numerical rating scale (NRS) ranging from 0 (“no pain”) to 10 (“pain as bad as you can imagine”).

Specifically, women had to have pain that met the following criteria: DYS NRS score ≥ 4.0 on at least 2 days AND Mean NMPP NRS score ≥ 2.5 or Mean NMPP NRS score ≥ 1.25 and NMPP NRS score ≥ 5.0 on at least 4 days Studies S1 and S2 each had two co-primary endpoints. The first co-primary endpoint was a responder analysis where a responder was defined as a woman who achieved a reduction from baseline in dysmenorrhea (DYS) NRS of at least 2.8 points over the last 35 days of treatment, without an increase in analgesic use (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug or opioid). In Study S1, a total of 424 women were included in the efficacy population (212 received MYFEMBREE; 212 received placebo).

The median age of the efficacy population was 34 years and the mean body mass index was 26 kg/m 2. Approximately 92% were White, 6% were Black, and 7% were of Hispanic or Latino descent. A total of 19% were from the United States and/or Canada.

At baseline, 29% of women used an opioid rescue analgesic for moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis. In Study S2, a total of 405 women were included in the efficacy population (205 received MYFEMBREE; 200 received placebo). Approximately 90% were White, 6% were Black, and 17% were of Hispanic or Latino descent.

A total of 24% were from United States and none were from Canada. The results for the co-primary efficacy endpoints as assessed at Week 24 are shown below in Table 10. Table 10: Proportion of Dysmenorrhea and Non-Menstrual Pelvic Pain Responders at Week 24 - Key secondary efficacy endpoints included changes from baseline in the DYS NRS scores, NMPP NRS scores, Endometriosis Health Profile-30 (EHP-30) pain domain scores, dyspareunia NRS scores, and opioid use.

Reduction in DYS and NMPP NRS Scores Women treated with MYFEMBREE had a greater reduction in DYS and NMPP NRS scores as compared to placebo from baseline to Week 24 in both Studies S1 and S2 ( Figure 2 and Figure 3 ). Figure 2: Mean DYS NRS Scores in Figure 2 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 3 Reduction in EHP-30 Pain Domain Scores The impact of moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis was evaluated using the pain domain from the Endometriosis Health Profile-30 (EHP-30), where the domain score (normalized) ranges from 0 to 100 with a higher score representing greater impact of pain on activities. Least squares mean changes in EHP-30 pain domain scores over time are shown in Figure 4.

Figure 4: Mean Change in EHP-30 Pain Domain Scores in Studies S1 and S2 over 24 Weeks Study S1 Study S2 Figure 4 Figure 4 Reduction in Dyspareunia Dyspareunia associated with endometriosis was evaluated in a subgroup of women who engaged in sexual activity with vaginal intercourse at baseline and during treatment (68% of enrolled women). Dyspareunia (pain during sexual intercourse) was assessed daily using an 11-point NRS ranging from 0 (“no pain”) to 10 (“pain as bad as you can imagine”). The opioid rescue analgesics used at baseline, Month 3, and Month 6 are shown in Table 11.

The clinical relevance of these data has not been demonstrated. Table 11: Opioid Rescue Analgesic Use in Studies S1 and S2

Table 8: Proportion of Responders for Reduction in MBL Volume Over Last 35 days of Treatment in Women with Uterine Fibroids (Studies L1 and L2)
Abbreviations: CI = confidence interval.
Study L1Study L2
MYFEMBREE (N = 122)Placebo (N = 113)MYFEMBREE (N = 125)Placebo (N = 129)
Women with MBL Volume < 80 mL and ≥50% Reduction in MBL Volume from Baseline to the Last 35 Days of Treatment72.1%16.8%71.2%14.7%
Difference from placebo, % 95% CI p-value55.3% (44.2%, 65.6%) < 0.000156.5% (46.6%, 66.5%) < 0.0001
Study L1Study L2
Table 9: Proportion of Women with Baseline Hgb ≤ 10.5 and > 2 g/dL Improvement in Hemoglobin Levels from Baseline at Week 24
Abbreviation: CI = confidence interval.
n = number of patients with Hgb ≤10.5 g/dL at baseline.
N = number of patients in each treatment group.
Study L1Study L2
MYFEMBREE n=43 (N = 122)Placebo n=29 (N = 113)MYFEMBREE n=40 (N = 125)Placebo n=53 (N = 129)
% at Week 2444.2%17.2%55.0%5.7%
Difference from placebo, % 95% CI p-value26.9% (6.7%, 47.2%) 0.017749.3% (32.7%, 66.0%) <0.0001
Table 10: Proportion of Dysmenorrhea and Non-Menstrual Pelvic Pain Responders at Week 24
Abbreviations: CI = confidence interval.
Responders are women with a reduction from baseline of at least 2.8 points on the NRS for dysmenorrhea or at least 2.1 points on the NRS for non-menstrual pelvic pain and no increase in analgesic use over the last 35 days of treatment.
Study S1Study S2
MYFEMBREE (N = 212)Placebo (N = 212)MYFEMBREE (N = 205)Placebo (N = 200)
Dysmenorrhea74.5%26.9%75.1%30.5%
Difference from placebo (95% CI) p-value47.6% (39.3%, 56.0%) ≤ 0.0001-44.6% (35.9%, 53.3%) ≤ 0.0001-
Non-menstrual pelvic pain58.5%39.6%65.9%42.5%
Difference from placebo (95% CI) p-value18.9% (9.5%, 28.2%) ≤ 0.0001-23.4% (13.9%, 32.8%) ≤ 0.0001-
Study S1Study S2
Study S1Study S2
Study S1Study S2
Table 11: Opioid Rescue Analgesic Use in Studies S1 and S2
Max = maximum; Min = minimum; SD = standard deviation; monthly tablets calculations are both on 28-day interval.
= denominator is the number of subjects on opioid rescue analgesics at baseline.
# = denominator is the number of subjects off opioid rescue analgesics at baseline.
Study S1Study S2
MYFEMBREE (N = 212)Placebo (N = 212)MYFEMBREE (N = 205)Placebo (N = 200)
Tablets per month at baseline Mean (SD) Median (Min, Max)9.1 (12.36) 4.2 (0.6, 60.7)11.7 (11.95) 7.2 (0.5, 54.6)9.0 (13.51) 5.6 (0.7, 106.9)10.0 (12.82) 6.1 (0.4, 86.3)
Tablets per month at Month 3 Mean (SD) Median (Min, Max)3.9 (7.98) 0.0 (0.0, 32.0)8.2 (11.48) 3.2 (0.0, 40.8)3.4 (8.26) 0.0 (0.0, 57.6)7.5 (23.49) 2.4 (0.0, 215.2)
Tablets per month at Month 6 Mean (SD) Median (Min, Max)4.8 (10.38) 0.0 (0.0, 45.4)10.7 (28.93) 3.2 (0.0, 40.8)2.4 (5.02) 0.0 (0.0, 28.0)5.6 (14.16) 1.2 (0.0, 120.8)
Number and % of subjects on any dose of opioid rescue at baseline who were off opioid at Month 3*33/64 (51.6%)10/56 (17.9%)46/100 (46.0%)27/94 (28.7%)
Number and % of subjects on any dose of opioid rescue at baseline who were off opioid at Month 6*39/64 (60.9%)18/56 (32.1%)65/100 (65.0%)38/94 (40.4%)
Number and % of subjects not on opioid rescue at baseline who were on opioid at Month 3#4/148 (2.7%)10/156 (6.4%)6/105 (5.7%)15/106 (14.2%)
Number and % of subjects not on any dose of opioid rescue at baseline who were on opioid at Month 6#5/148 (3.4%)12/156 (7.7%)2/105 (1.9%)12/106 (11.3%)

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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