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Revlimid
Lenalidomide · Capsule
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Active ingredients
Source: NDC DirectoryForms, strengths and routes
Source: NDC DirectoryPharmacologic classes are listed in the class section below.
Pharmacologic class
Source: NDC Directory| Class | Type | Browse |
|---|---|---|
| Thalidomide Analog [EPC] | EPC | 4 members — no class page |
Regulatory status
Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory| Product | Trade name | Form | Strength | Ingredient | Status | TE | Flags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 021880-001 | REVLIMID | CAPSULE | LENALIDOMIDE | Prescription | AB | RLD | |
| 021880-002 | REVLIMID | CAPSULE | LENALIDOMIDE | Prescription | AB | RLD | |
| 021880-003 | REVLIMID | CAPSULE | LENALIDOMIDE | Prescription | AB | RLD | |
| 021880-004 | REVLIMID | CAPSULE | LENALIDOMIDE | Prescription | AB | RLD RS | |
| 021880-005 | REVLIMID | CAPSULE | LENALIDOMIDE | Prescription | AB | RLD | |
| 021880-006 | REVLIMID | CAPSULE | LENALIDOMIDE | Prescription | AB | RLD |
Therapeutic equivalence
Source: Orange BookWhat this rating means: Therapeutically equivalent — bioequivalence demonstrated by in vivo or in vitro testing
Codes beginning with “A” indicate products the FDA considers therapeutically equivalent. Codes beginning with “B” indicate bioequivalence has not been established. See methodology.
Patents and exclusivity
Source: Orange Book| Patent | Expires | Product | Substance | Use code | Submitted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7465800 | April 27, 2027 | 001 | Yes | — | |
| 7465800 | April 27, 2027 | 002 | Yes | — | |
| 7465800 | April 27, 2027 | 003 | Yes | — | |
| 7465800 | April 27, 2027 | 004 | Yes | — | |
| 7465800 | April 27, 2027 | 005 | Yes | January 17, 2012 | |
| 7465800 | April 27, 2027 | 006 | Yes | — | |
| 8741929 | March 8, 2028 | 001 | No | U-1983 | June 17, 2014 |
| 8741929 | March 8, 2028 | 002 | No | U-1983 | June 17, 2014 |
| 8741929 | March 8, 2028 | 003 | No | U-1983 | June 17, 2014 |
| 8741929 | March 8, 2028 | 004 | No | U-1983 | June 17, 2014 |
| 8741929 | March 8, 2028 | 005 | No | U-1983 | June 17, 2014 |
| 8741929 | March 8, 2028 | 006 | No | U-1983 | June 17, 2014 |
| Code | Expires | Product |
|---|---|---|
| ODE-241 | May 28, 2026 | 001 |
| ODE-245 | May 28, 2026 | 001 |
| ODE-241 | May 28, 2026 | 002 |
| ODE-245 | May 28, 2026 | 002 |
| ODE-241 | May 28, 2026 | 003 |
| ODE-245 | May 28, 2026 | 003 |
| ODE-241 | May 28, 2026 | 004 |
| ODE-245 | May 28, 2026 | 004 |
| ODE-241 | May 28, 2026 | 005 |
| ODE-245 | May 28, 2026 | 005 |
| ODE-241 | May 28, 2026 | 006 |
| ODE-245 | May 28, 2026 | 006 |
Approval history
Source: Drugs@FDA| Type | No. | Action | Status | Date | Review |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supplement | 70 | Labeling | Approved | July 22, 2026 | Standard |
| Supplement | 69 | REMS | Approved | April 27, 2026 | N/A |
| Supplement | 67 | REMS | Approved | March 24, 2023 | N/A |
| Supplement | 65 | Labeling | Approved | May 24, 2022 | Standard |
| Supplement | 64 | Labeling | Approved | August 31, 2021 | Standard |
| Supplement | 63 | REMS | Approved | August 5, 2021 | N/A |
| Supplement | 54 | REMS | Approved | September 24, 2020 | N/A |
| Supplement | 60 | Labeling | Approved | October 30, 2019 | Standard |
| Supplement | 57 | Efficacy | Approved | May 28, 2019 | Priority |
| Supplement | 56 | Labeling | Approved | January 22, 2019 | Standard |
| Supplement | 55 | Labeling | Approved | December 29, 2017 | Standard |
| Supplement | 53 | Labeling | Approved | November 30, 2017 | Standard |
| Supplement | 52 | Labeling | Approved | November 30, 2017 | Standard |
| Supplement | 51 | Efficacy | Approved | September 15, 2017 | Priority |
| Supplement | 50 | REMS | Approved | June 27, 2017 | N/A |
| Supplement | 49 | Efficacy | Approved | February 22, 2017 | Priority |
| Supplement | 47 | REMS | Approved | April 22, 2016 | N/A |
| Supplement | 46 | REMS | Approved | December 1, 2015 | N/A |
| Supplement | 45 | REMS | Approved | October 27, 2015 | N/A |
| Supplement | 44 | REMS | Approved | September 13, 2015 | N/A |
| Supplement | 41 | Efficacy | Approved | February 17, 2015 | Standard |
| Supplement | 40 | Labeling | Approved | September 12, 2014 | Standard |
| Supplement | 39 | REMS | Approved | September 12, 2014 | N/A |
| Supplement | 36 | Manufacturing (CMC) | Approved | December 19, 2013 | Priority |
| Supplement | 35 | REMS | Approved | November 15, 2013 | N/A |
| Supplement | 38 | Labeling | Approved | November 4, 2013 | Standard |
| Supplement | 34 | Efficacy | Approved | June 5, 2013 | Priority |
| Supplement | 33 | Labeling | Approved | February 8, 2013 | Standard |
| Supplement | 29 | REMS | Approved | February 8, 2013 | N/A |
| Supplement | 31 | REMS | Approved | May 9, 2012 | N/A |
| Supplement | 28 | Labeling | Approved | March 12, 2012 | Standard |
| Supplement | 23 | Efficacy | Approved | December 21, 2011 | Standard |
| Supplement | 18 | Efficacy | Approved | October 12, 2010 | Standard |
| Supplement | 13 | Labeling | Approved | August 3, 2010 | Standard |
| Supplement | 17 | Labeling | Approved | February 23, 2009 | Standard |
| Supplement | 16 | Labeling | Approved | February 23, 2009 | Standard |
| Supplement | 6 | Labeling | Approved | February 23, 2009 | Standard |
| Supplement | 1 | Efficacy | Approved | June 29, 2006 | Priority |
| Original application | 1 | Type 1 - New Molecular Entity | Approved | December 27, 2005 | Priority |
Review documents
- 0 · Supplement · July 24, 2026
- 0 · Supplement · July 24, 2026
- 0 · Supplement · May 1, 2026
- 0 · Original application · November 7, 2023
- 0 · Supplement · March 27, 2023
- 0 · Supplement · March 27, 2023
- 0 · Supplement · March 27, 2023
- 0 · Supplement · May 25, 2022
- 0 · Supplement · May 25, 2022
- 0 · Supplement · September 14, 2021
- 0 · Supplement · September 7, 2021
- 0 · Supplement · August 9, 2021
- 0 · Supplement · September 25, 2020
- 0 · Supplement · October 31, 2019
- 0 · Supplement · October 31, 2019
- 0 · Supplement · June 4, 2019
- 0 · Supplement · May 28, 2019
- 0 · Supplement · February 13, 2019
- 0 · Supplement · January 23, 2019
- 0 · Supplement · January 2, 2018
- 0 · Supplement · December 29, 2017
- 0 · Supplement · December 1, 2017
- 0 · Supplement · December 1, 2017
- 0 · Supplement · November 30, 2017
- 0 · Supplement · November 30, 2017
- 0 · Supplement · September 19, 2017
- 0 · Supplement · September 18, 2017
- 0 · Supplement · June 29, 2017
- 0 · Supplement · February 23, 2017
- 0 · Supplement · February 22, 2017
Prescribing information
Source: openFDA Drug LabelingReproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20230324). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.
Boxed Warning
openFDA Drug LabelingWARNING: EMBRYO-FETAL TOXICITY, HEMATOLOGIC TOXICITY, and VENOUS and ARTERIAL THROMBOEMBOLISM Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Do not use REVLIMID during pregnancy. Lenalidomide, a thalidomide analogue, caused limb abnormalities in a developmental monkey study. Thalidomide is a known human teratogen that causes severe life-threatening human birth defects. If lenalidomide is used during pregnancy, it may cause birth defects or embryo-fetal death. In females of reproductive potential, obtain 2 negative pregnancy tests before starting REVLIMID ® treatment. Females of reproductive potential must use 2 forms of contraception or continuously abstain from heterosexual sex during and for 4 weeks after REVLIMID treatment [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ), and Medication Guide ( 17 )]. To avoid embryo-fetal exposure to lenalidomide, REVLIMID is only available through a restricted distribution program, the Lenalidomide REMS program ( 5.2 ). Information about the Lenalidomide REMS program is available at www.lenalidomiderems.com or by calling the REMS Call Center at 1-888-423-5436. Hematologic Toxicity (Neutropenia and Thrombocytopenia) REVLIMID can cause significant neutropenia and thrombocytopenia. Eighty percent of patients with del 5q myelodysplastic syndromes had to have a dose delay/reduction during the major study. Thirty-four percent of patients had to have a second dose delay/reduction. Grade 3 or 4 hematologic toxicity was seen in 80% of patients enrolled in the study. Patients on therapy for del 5q myelodysplastic syndromes should have their complete blood counts monitored weekly for the first 8 weeks of therapy and at least monthly thereafter. Patients may require dose interruption and/or reduction. Patients may require use of blood product support and/or growth factors [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.2 )] . Venous and Arterial Thromboembolism REVLIMID has demonstrated a significantly increased risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), as well as risk of myocardial infarction and stroke in patients with multiple myeloma who were treated with REVLIMID and dexamethasone therapy. Monitor for and advise patients about signs and symptoms of thromboembolism. Advise patients to seek immediate medical care if they develop symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pain, or arm or leg swelling. Thromboprophylaxis is recommended and the choice of regimen should be based on an assessment of the patient’s underlying risks [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )]. WARNING: EMBRYO-FETAL TOXICITY, HEMATOLOGIC TOXICITY, and VENOUS and ARTERIAL THROMBOEMBOLISM See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. EMBRYO-FETAL TOXICITY • Lenalidomide, a thalidomide analogue, caused limb abnormalities in a developmental monkey study similar to birth defects caused by thalidomide in humans. If lenalidomide is used during pregnancy, it may cause birth defects or embryo-fetal death. • Pregnancy must be excluded before start of treatment. Prevent pregnancy during treatment by the use of two reliable methods of contraception ( 5.1 ). REVLIMID is available only through a restricted distribution program, called the Lenalidomide REMS program ( 5.2 , 17 ). HEMATOLOGIC TOXICITY. REVLIMID can cause significant neutropenia and thrombocytopenia ( 5.3 ). VENOUS AND ARTERIAL THROMBOEMBOLISM Significantly increased risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), as well as risk of myocardial infarction and stroke in patients with multiple myeloma receiving REVLIMID with dexamethasone. Anti-thrombotic prophylaxis is recommended ( 5.4 ).
Recent Major Changes
openFDA Drug LabelingWarnings and Precautions ( 5.1 , 5.2 ) 8/2021 Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 , 5.11 ) 5/2022
Indications and Usage
openFDA Drug Labeling1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE REVLIMID is a thalidomide analogue indicated for the treatment of adult patients with: • Multiple myeloma (MM), in combination with dexamethasone ( 1.1 ). • MM, as maintenance following autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (auto-HSCT) ( 1.1 ). • Transfusion-dependent anemia due to low- or intermediate-1-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) associated with a deletion 5q abnormality with or without additional cytogenetic abnormalities ( 1.2 ). • Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) whose disease has relapsed or progressed after two prior therapies, one of which included bortezomib ( 1.3 ). • Previously treated follicular lymphoma (FL), in combination with a rituximab product ( 1.4 ). • Previously treated marginal zone lymphoma (MZL), in combination with a rituximab product ( 1.5 ). Limitations of Use: • REVLIMID is not indicated and is not recommended for the treatment of patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) outside of controlled clinical trials ( 1.4 ). 1.1 Multiple Myeloma REVLIMID in combination with dexamethasone is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with multiple myeloma (MM). REVLIMID is indicated as maintenance therapy in adult patients with MM following autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (auto-HSCT). 1.2 Myelodysplastic Syndromes REVLIMID is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with transfusion-dependent anemia due to low- or intermediate-1-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) associated with a deletion 5q cytogenetic abnormality with or without additional cytogenetic abnormalities. 1.3 Mantle Cell Lymphoma REVLIMID is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) whose disease has relapsed or progressed after two prior therapies, one of which included bortezomib. 1.4 Follicular Lymphoma REVLIMID in combination with a rituximab product, is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with previously treated follicular lymphoma (FL). 1.5 Marginal Zone Lymphoma REVLIMID in combination with a rituximab product, is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with previously treated marginal zone lymphoma (MZL). 1.6 Limitations of Use REVLIMID is not indicated and is not recommended for the treatment of patients with CLL outside of controlled clinical trials [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] .
Dosage and Administration
openFDA Drug Labeling2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION • MM combination therapy: 25 mg once daily orally on Days 1-21 of repeated 28-day cycles. ( 2.1 ). • MM maintenance therapy following auto-HSCT: 10 mg once daily continuously on Days 1-28 of repeated 28-day cycles ( 2.1 ). • MDS: 10 mg once daily ( 2.2 ). • MCL: 25 mg once daily orally on Days 1-21 of repeated 28-day cycles ( 2.3 ). • FL or MZL: 20 mg once daily orally on Days 1-21 of repeated 28-day cycles for up to 12 cycles ( 2.4 ). • Renal impairment: Adjust starting dose based on the creatinine clearance value ( 2.6 ). • For concomitant therapy doses, see Full Prescribing Information ( 2.1 , 2.4 , 14.1 , 14.4 ). 2.1 Recommended Dosage for Multiple Myeloma REVLIMID Combination Therapy The recommended starting dose of REVLIMID is 25 mg orally once daily on Days 1-21 of repeated 28-day cycles in combination with dexamethasone. Refer to Section 14.1 for specific dexamethasone dosing. For patients greater than 75 years old, the starting dose of dexamethasone may be reduced [see Clinical Studies (14.1) ] . Treatment should be continued until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. In patients who are not eligible for auto-HSCT, treatment should continue until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. For patients who are auto-HSCT-eligible, hematopoietic stem cell mobilization should occur within 4 cycles of a REVLIMID-containing therapy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.12) ]. Dose Adjustments for Hematologic Toxicities During MM Treatment Dose modification guidelines, as summarized in Table 1 below, are recommended to manage Grade 3 or 4 neutropenia or thrombocytopenia or other Grade 3 or 4 toxicity judged to be related to REVLIMID. Table 1: Dose Adjustments for Hematologic Toxicities for MM Platelet counts Thrombocytopenia in MM When Platelets Recommended Course Days 1-21 of repeated 28-day cycle Fall below 30,000/mcL Interrupt REVLIMID treatment, follow CBC weekly Return to at least 30,000/mcL Resume REVLIMID at next lower dose. Do not dose below 2.5 mg daily For each subsequent drop below 30,000/mcL Interrupt REVLIMID treatment Return to at least 30,000/mcL Resume REVLIMID at next lower dose. Do not dose below 2.5 mg daily Absolute Neutrophil counts (ANC) Neutropenia in MM When Neutrophils Recommended Course Days 1-21 of repeated 28-day cycle Fall below 1,000/mcL Interrupt REVLIMID treatment, follow CBC weekly Return to at least 1,000/mcL and neutropenia is the only toxicity Resume REVLIMID at 25 mg daily or initial starting dose Return to at least 1,000/mcL and if other toxicity Resume REVLIMID at next lower dose. Do not dose below 2.5 mg daily For each subsequent drop below 1,000/mcL Interrupt REVLIMID treatment Return to at least 1,000/mcL Resume REVLIMID at next lower dose. Do not dose below 2.5 mg daily REVLIMID Maintenance Therapy Following Auto-HSCT Following auto-HSCT, initiate REVLIMID maintenance therapy after adequate hematologic recovery (ANC at least 1,000/mcL and/or platelet counts at least 75,000/mcL). The recommended starting dose of REVLIMID is 10 mg once daily continuously (Days 1-28 of repeated 28-day cycles) until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. After 3 cycles of maintenance therapy, the dose can be increased to 15 mg once daily if tolerated. Dose Adjustments for Hematologic Toxicities During MM Treatment Dose modification guidelines, as summarized in Table 2 below, are recommended to manage Grade 3 or 4 neutropenia or thrombocytopenia or other Grade 3 or 4 toxicity judged to be related to REVLIMID. Table 2: Dose Adjustments for Hematologic Toxicities for MM Platelet counts Thrombocytopenia in MM When Platelets Recommended Course Fall below 30,000/mcL Interrupt REVLIMID treatment, follow CBC weekly Return to at least 30,000/mcL Resume REVLIMID at next lower dose, continuously for Days 1-28 of repeated 28-day cycle If at the 5 mg daily dose, For a subsequent drop below 30,000/mcL Interrupt REVLIMID treatment. Do not dose below 5 mg daily for Day 1 to 21 …
Dosage Forms and Strengths
openFDA Drug Labeling3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Capsules: • 2.5 mg, white and blue-green opaque hard capsules imprinted "REV" on one half and "2.5 mg" on the other half in black ink • 5 mg, white opaque capsules imprinted "REV" on one half and "5 mg" on the other half in black ink • 10 mg, blue/green and pale yellow opaque capsules imprinted "REV" on one half and "10 mg" on the other half in black ink • 15 mg, powder blue and white opaque capsules imprinted "REV" on one half and "15 mg" on the other half in black ink • 20 mg, powder blue and blue-green opaque hard capsules imprinted "REV" on one half and "20 mg" on the other half in black ink • 25 mg, white opaque capsules imprinted "REV" on one half and "25 mg" on the other half in black ink Capsules: 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, and 25 mg ( 3 ).
Contraindications
openFDA Drug Labeling4 CONTRAINDICATIONS • Pregnancy ( Boxed Warning , 4.1 , 5.1 , 8.1 ). • Demonstrated severe hypersensitivity to lenalidomide ( 4.2 , 5.9 , 5.15 ). 4.1 Pregnancy REVLIMID can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant female. Limb abnormalities were seen in the offspring of monkeys that were dosed with lenalidomide during organogenesis. This effect was seen at all doses tested. Due to the results of this developmental monkey study, and lenalidomide's structural similarities to thalidomide, a known human teratogen, lenalidomide is contraindicated in females who are pregnant [see Boxed Warning ]. If this drug is used during pregnancy or if the patient becomes pregnant while taking this drug, the patient should be apprised of the potential risk to a fetus [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1 , 5.2) , Use in Special Populations (8.1 , 8.3) ] . 4.2 Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions REVLIMID is contraindicated in patients who have demonstrated severe hypersensitivity (e.g., angioedema, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis) to lenalidomide [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9 , 5.15 )].
Warnings and Cautions
openFDA Drug Labeling5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Increased Mortality: serious and fatal cardiac adverse reactions occurred in patients with CLL treated with REVLIMID ( 5.5 ). • Second Primary Malignancies (SPM): Higher incidences of SPM were observed in controlled trials of patients with MM receiving REVLIMID ( 5.6 ). • Increased Mortality: Observed in patients with MM when pembrolizumab was added to dexamethasone and a thalidomide analogue ( 5.7 ). • Hepatotoxicity: Hepatic failure including fatalities; monitor liver function. Stop REVLIMID and evaluate if hepatotoxicity is suspected ( 5.8 ). • Severe Cutaneous Reactions: Discontinue REVLIMID for severe reactions ( 5.9 ). • Tumor lysis syndrome (TLS) including fatalities: Monitor patients at risk of TLS (i.e., those with high tumor burden) and take appropriate precautions ( 5.10 ). • Tumor flare reaction: Serious tumor flare reactions, including fatal reactions, have occurred during investigational use of REVLIMID for chronic lymphocytic leukemia and lymphoma ( 5.11 ). • Impaired Stem Cell mobilization: A decrease in the number of CD34+ cells collected after treatment (> 4 cycles) with REVLIMID has been reported. Consider early referral to transplant center ( 5.12 ). • Early mortality in MCL: Higher rate of early deaths have occurred in patients with MCL ( 5.14 ). • Hypersensitivity: Monitor patients for potential hypersensitivity. Discontinue REVLIMID for angioedema and anaphylaxis ( 5.15 ). 5.1 Embryo-Fetal Toxicity REVLIMID is a thalidomide analogue and is contraindicated for use during pregnancy. Thalidomide is a known human teratogen that causes life-threatening human birth defects or embryo-fetal death [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1) ]. An embryo-fetal development study in monkeys indicates that lenalidomide produced malformations in the offspring of female monkeys who received the drug during pregnancy, similar to birth defects observed in humans following exposure to thalidomide during pregnancy. REVLIMID is only available through the Lenalidomide REMS program [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . Females of Reproductive Potential Females of reproductive potential must avoid pregnancy for at least 4 weeks before beginning REVLIMID therapy, during therapy, during dose interruptions and for at least 4 weeks after completing therapy. Females must commit either to abstain continuously from heterosexual sexual intercourse or to use two methods of reliable birth control, beginning 4 weeks prior to initiating treatment with REVLIMID, during therapy, during dose interruptions and continuing for 4 weeks following discontinuation of REVLIMID therapy. Two negative pregnancy tests must be obtained prior to initiating therapy. The first test should be performed within 10-14 days and the second test within 24 hours prior to prescribing REVLIMID therapy and then weekly during the first month, then monthly thereafter in females with regular menstrual cycles or every 2 weeks in females with irregular menstrual cycles [see Use in Specific Populations (8.3) ] . Males Lenalidomide is present in the semen of patients receiving the drug. Therefore, males must always use a latex or synthetic condom during any sexual contact with females of reproductive potential while taking REVLIMID and for up to 4 weeks after discontinuing REVLIMID, even if they have undergone a successful vasectomy. Male patients taking REVLIMID must not donate sperm and for up to 4 weeks after discontinuing REVLIMID [see Use in Specific Populations (8.3) ]. Blood Donation Patients must not donate blood during treatment with REVLIMID and for 4 weeks following discontinuation of the drug because the blood might be given to a pregnant female patient whose fetus must not be exposed to REVLIMID. 5.2 Lenalidomide REMS Program Because of the embryo-fetal risk [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] , REVLIMID is available only through a restricted program under a Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS), the Lenalidomide REMS program …
Adverse Reactions
openFDA Drug Labeling6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described in detail in other sections of the prescribing information: o Embryo-Fetal Toxicity [see Boxed Warning , Warnings and Precautions (5.1 , 5.2) ] o Hematologic Toxicity [see Boxed Warning , Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] o Venous and Arterial Thromboembolism [see Boxed Warning , Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] o Increased Mortality in Patients with CLL [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] o Second Primary Malignancies [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] o Increased Mortality in Patients with MM When Pembrolizumab Is Added to a Thalidomide Analogue and Dexamethasone [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] o Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] o Severe Cutaneous Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ] o Tumor Lysis Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10) ] o Tumor Flare Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.11) ] o Impaired Stem Cell Mobilization [see Warnings and Precautions (5.12) ] o Thyroid Disorders [see Warnings and Precautions (5.13) ] o Early Mortality in Patients with MCL [see Warnings and Precautions (5.14) ] o Hypersensitivity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.15) ] • MM: Most common adverse reactions (≥20%) include diarrhea, fatigue, anemia, constipation, neutropenia, leukopenia, peripheral edema, insomnia, muscle cramp/spasms, abdominal pain, back pain, nausea, asthenia, pyrexia, upper respiratory tract infection, bronchitis, nasopharyngitis, gastroenteritis, cough, rash, dyspnea, dizziness, decreased appetite, thrombocytopenia, and tremor ( 6.1 ). • MDS: Most common adverse reactions (>15%) include thrombocytopenia, neutropenia, diarrhea, pruritus, rash, fatigue, constipation, nausea, nasopharyngitis, arthralgia, pyrexia, back pain, peripheral edema, cough, dizziness, headache, muscle cramp, dyspnea, pharyngitis, and epistaxis ( 6.1 ). • Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma (NHL: MCL, FL or MZL): Most common adverse reactions (≥15%) included neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, anemia, leukopenia, diarrhea, constipation, nausea, fatigue, pyrexia, cough, upper respiratory tract infection, and rash ( 6.1 ). To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Bristol-Myers Squibb at 1-800-721-5072 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. Newly Diagnosed MM – REVLIMID Combination Therapy: Data were evaluated from 1613 patients in a large phase 3 study who received at least one dose of REVLIMID with low dose dexamethasone (Rd) given for 2 different durations of time (i.e., until progressive disease [Arm Rd Continuous; N=532] or for up to eighteen 28-day cycles [72 weeks, Arm Rd18; N=540] or who received melphalan, prednisone and thalidomide (Arm MPT; N=541) for a maximum of twelve 42-day cycles (72 weeks). The median treatment duration in the Rd Continuous arm was 80.2 weeks (range 0.7 to 246.7) or 18.4 months (range 0.16 to 56.7). In general, the most frequently reported adverse reactions were comparable in Arm Rd Continuous and Arm Rd18, and included diarrhea, anemia, constipation, peripheral edema, neutropenia, fatigue, back pain, nausea, asthenia, and insomnia. The most frequently reported Grade 3 or 4 reactions included neutropenia, anemia, thrombocytopenia, pneumonia, asthenia, fatigue, back pain, hypokalemia, rash, cataract, lymphopenia, dyspnea, DVT, hyperglycemia, and leukopenia. The highest frequency of infections occurred in Arm Rd Continuous (75%) compared to Arm MPT (56%). There were more grade 3 and 4 and serious adverse reactions of infection in Arm Rd Continuous than either Arm MPT or Rd18. In the Rd Continuous arm, the most common adverse reactions leading to dose interruption of REVLIMID were infection ev …
Drug Interactions
openFDA Drug Labeling7 DRUG INTERACTIONS • Digoxin: Monitor digoxin plasma levels periodically due to increased C max and AUC with concomitant REVLIMID therapy ( 7.1 ). • Concomitant use of erythropoietin stimulating agents or estrogen containing therapies with REVLIMID may increase the risk of thrombosis ( 7.2 ). 7.1 Digoxin When digoxin was co-administered with multiple doses of REVLIMID (10 mg/day) the digoxin C max and AUC inf were increased by 14%. Periodically monitor digoxin plasma levels, in accordance with clinical judgment and based on standard clinical practice in patients receiving this medication, during administration of REVLIMID. 7.2 Concomitant Therapies That May Increase the Risk of Thrombosis Erythropoietic agents, or other agents that may increase the risk of thrombosis, such as estrogen containing therapies, should be used with caution after making a benefit-risk assessment in patients receiving REVLIMID [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] . 7.3 Warfarin Co-administration of multiple doses of REVLIMID (10 mg/day) with a single dose of warfarin (25 mg) had no effect on the pharmacokinetics of lenalidomide or R- and S-warfarin. Expected changes in laboratory assessments of PT and INR were observed after warfarin administration, but these changes were not affected by concomitant REVLIMID administration. It is not known whether there is an interaction between dexamethasone and warfarin. Close monitoring of PT and INR is recommended in patients with MM taking concomitant warfarin.
Use in Specific Populations
openFDA Drug Labeling8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS • Lactation: Advise not to breastfeed ( 8.2 ). 8.1 Pregnancy Pregnancy Exposure Registry There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in females exposed to REVLIMID during pregnancy as well as female partners of male patients who are exposed to REVLIMID. This registry is also used to understand the root cause for the pregnancy. Report any suspected fetal exposure to REVLIMID to the FDA via the MedWatch program at 1-800-FDA-1088 and also to the REMS Call Center at 1-888-423-5436. Risk Summary Based on the mechanism of action [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) ] and findings from animal studies [see Data] , REVLIMID can cause embryo-fetal harm when administered to a pregnant female and is contraindicated during pregnancy [see Boxed Warning , Contraindications (4.1) , and Use in Specific Populations (5.1) ] . REVLIMID is a thalidomide analogue. Thalidomide is a human teratogen, inducing a high frequency of severe and life-threatening birth defects such as amelia (absence of limbs), phocomelia (short limbs), hypoplasticity of the bones, absence of bones, external ear abnormalities (including anotia, micropinna, small or absent external auditory canals), facial palsy, eye abnormalities (anophthalmos, microphthalmos), and congenital heart defects. Alimentary tract, urinary tract, and genital malformations have also been documented and mortality at or shortly after birth has been reported in about 40% of infants. Lenalidomide caused thalidomide-type limb defects in monkey offspring. Lenalidomide crossed the placenta after administration to pregnant rabbits and pregnant rats [see Data ] . If this drug is used during pregnancy, or if the patient becomes pregnant while taking this drug, the patient should be apprised of the potential risk to a fetus. If pregnancy does occur during treatment, immediately discontinue the drug. Under these conditions, refer patient to an obstetrician/gynecologist experienced in reproductive toxicity for further evaluation and counseling. Report any suspected fetal exposure to REVLIMID to the FDA via the MedWatch program at 1-800-FDA-1088 and also to the REMS Call Center at 1-888-423-5436. The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. The estimated background risk in the U.S. general population of major birth defects is 2%-4% and of miscarriage is 15%-20% of clinically recognized pregnancies. Data Animal data In an embryo-fetal developmental toxicity study in monkeys, teratogenicity, including thalidomide-like limb defects, occurred in offspring when pregnant monkeys received oral lenalidomide during organogenesis. Exposure (AUC) in monkeys at the lowest dose was 0.17 times the human exposure at the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of 25 mg. Similar studies in pregnant rabbits and rats at 20 times and 200 times the MRHD respectively, produced embryo lethality in rabbits and no adverse reproductive effects in rats. In a pre- and post-natal development study in rats, animals received lenalidomide from organogenesis through lactation. The study revealed a few adverse effects on the offspring of female rats treated with lenalidomide at doses up to 500 mg/kg (approximately 200 times the human dose of 25 mg based on body surface area). The male offspring exhibited slightly delayed sexual maturation and the female offspring had slightly lower body weight gains during gestation when bred to male offspring. As with thalidomide, the rat model may not adequately address the full spectrum of potential human embryo-fetal developmental effects for lenalidomide. Following daily oral administration of lenalidomide from Gestation Day 7 through Gestation Day 20 in pregnant rabbits, fetal plasma lenalidomide concentrations were approximately 20-40% of the maternal C max. Following a single oral dose to pregnant rats …
Mechanism of Action
openFDA Drug Labeling12.1 Mechanism of Action Lenalidomide is an analogue of thalidomide with immunomodulatory, antiangiogenic, and antineoplastic properties. Cellular activities of lenalidomide are mediated through its target cereblon, a component of a cullin ring E3 ubiquitin ligase enzyme complex. In vitro, in the presence of drug, substrate proteins (including Aiolos, Ikaros, and CK1α) are targeted for ubiquitination and subsequent degradation leading to direct cytotoxic and immunomodulatory effects. Lenalidomide inhibits proliferation and induces apoptosis of certain hematopoietic tumor cells including MM, mantle cell lymphoma, and del (5q) myelodysplastic syndromes, follicular lymphoma and marginal zone lymphoma in vitro . Lenalidomide causes a delay in tumor growth in some in vivo nonclinical hematopoietic tumor models including MM. Immunomodulatory properties of lenalidomide include increased number and activation of T cells and natural killer (NK) cells leading to direct and enhanced antibody-dependent cell-mediated cytotoxicity (ADCC) via increased secretion of interleukin-2 and interferon-gamma, increased numbers of NKT cells, and inhibition of pro-inflammatory cytokines (e.g., TNF-α and IL-6) by monocytes. In MM cells, the combination of lenalidomide and dexamethasone synergizes the inhibition of cell proliferation and the induction of apoptosis. The combination of lenalidomide and rituximab increases ADCC and direct tumor apoptosis in follicular lymphoma cells and increases ADCC in marginal zone lymphoma cells compared to rituximab alone in vitro .
Description
openFDA Drug Labeling11 DESCRIPTION REVLIMID, a thalidomide analogue, is an immunomodulatory agent with antiangiogenic and antineoplastic properties. The chemical name is 3-(4-amino-1-oxo 1,3-dihydro-2 H -isoindol-2-yl) piperidine-2,6-dione and it has the following chemical structure: 3-(4-amino-1-oxo 1,3-dihydro-2 H -isoindol-2-yl) piperidine-2,6-dione The empirical formula for lenalidomide is C 13 H 13 N 3 O 3, and the gram molecular weight is 259.3. Lenalidomide is an off-white to pale-yellow solid powder. It is soluble in organic solvent/water mixtures, and buffered aqueous solvents. Lenalidomide is more soluble in organic solvents and low pH solutions. Solubility was significantly lower in less acidic buffers, ranging from about 0.4 to 0.5 mg/ml. Lenalidomide has an asymmetric carbon atom and can exist as the optically active forms S(-) and R(+), and is produced as a racemic mixture with a net optical rotation of zero. REVLIMID is available in 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg and 25 mg capsules for oral administration. Each capsule contains lenalidomide as the active ingredient and the following inactive ingredients: lactose anhydrous, microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, and magnesium stearate. The 5 mg and 25 mg capsule shell contains gelatin, titanium dioxide and black ink. The 2.5 mg and 10 mg capsule shell contains gelatin, FD&C blue #2, yellow iron oxide, titanium dioxide and black ink. The 15 mg capsule shell contains gelatin, FD&C blue #2, titanium dioxide and black ink. The 20 mg capsule shell contains gelatin, FD&C blue #2, yellow iron oxide, titanium dioxide and black ink. Chemical Structure
Overdosage
openFDA Drug Labeling10 OVERDOSAGE There is no specific experience in the management of REVLIMID overdose in patients with MM, MDS, MCL, FL, or MZL. In dose-ranging studies in healthy subjects, some were exposed to up to 200 mg (administered 100 mg BID) and in single-dose studies, some subjects were exposed to up to 400 mg. Pruritus, urticaria, rash, and elevated liver transaminases were the primary reported AEs. In clinical trials, the dose-limiting toxicity was neutropenia and thrombocytopenia.
How Supplied / Storage and Handling
openFDA Drug Labeling16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING 16.1 How Supplied White and blue-green opaque hard capsules imprinted "REV" on one half and "2.5 mg" on the other half in black ink: 2.5 mg bottles of 28 (NDC 59572-402-28) 2.5 mg bottles of 100 (NDC 59572-402-00) White opaque capsules imprinted "REV" on one half and "5 mg" on the other half in black ink: 5 mg bottles of 28 (NDC 59572-405-28) 5 mg bottles of 100 (NDC 59572-405-00) Blue/green and pale yellow opaque capsules imprinted "REV" on one half and "10 mg" on the other half in black ink: 10 mg bottles of 28 (NDC 59572-410-28) 10 mg bottles of 100 (NDC 59572-410-00) Powder blue and white opaque capsules imprinted "REV" on one half and "15 mg" on the other half in black ink: 15 mg bottles of 21 (NDC 59572-415-21) 15 mg bottles of 100 (NDC 59572-415-00) Powder blue and blue-green opaque hard capsules imprinted "REV" on one half and "20 mg" on the other half in black ink. 20 mg bottles of 21 (NDC 59572-420-21) 20 mg bottles of 100 (NDC 59572-420-00) White opaque capsules imprinted "REV" on one half and "25 mg" on the other half in black ink: 25 mg bottles of 21 (NDC 59572-425-21) 25 mg bottles of 100 (NDC 59572-425-00) 16.2 Storage Store at 20°C - 25°C (68°F - 77°F); excursions permitted to 15°C - 30°C (59°F - 86°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. 16.3 Handling and Disposal Care should be exercised in the handling of REVLIMID. REVLIMID capsules should not be opened or broken. If powder from REVLIMID contacts the skin, wash the skin immediately and thoroughly with soap and water. If REVLIMID contacts the mucous membranes, flush thoroughly with water. Procedures for the proper handling and disposal of anticancer drugs should be considered. Several guidelines on the subject have been published. 1 Dispense no more than a 28-day supply.
Adverse event reports
Source: openFDA FAERSAttributed to this product's most-reported active ingredient: LENALIDOMIDE. Combination products with more than six active ingredients are not attributed, because a report count summed across a long ingredient list measures the list, not the medicine.
Packaging and NDCs
Source: NDC Directory| Package NDC | Product NDC | Labeler | Description | Marketing start |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59572-402-00 | 59572-402 | Celgene Corporation | 100 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (59572-402-00) | May 9, 2012 |
| 59572-402-28 | 59572-402 | Celgene Corporation | 28 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (59572-402-28) | May 9, 2012 |
| 59572-405-00 | 59572-405 | Celgene Corporation | 100 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (59572-405-00) | December 27, 2005 |
| 59572-405-28 | 59572-405 | Celgene Corporation | 28 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (59572-405-28) | March 3, 2009 |
| 59572-410-00 | 59572-410 | Celgene Corporation | 100 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (59572-410-00) | December 27, 2005 |
| 59572-410-28 | 59572-410 | Celgene Corporation | 28 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (59572-410-28) | March 3, 2009 |
| 59572-415-00 | 59572-415 | Celgene Corporation | 100 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (59572-415-00) | July 7, 2006 |
| 59572-415-21 | 59572-415 | Celgene Corporation | 21 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (59572-415-21) | July 7, 2006 |
| 59572-420-00 | 59572-420 | Celgene Corporation | 100 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (59572-420-00) | June 10, 2013 |
| 59572-420-21 | 59572-420 | Celgene Corporation | 21 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (59572-420-21) | June 10, 2013 |
| 59572-425-00 | 59572-425 | Celgene Corporation | 100 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (59572-425-00) | July 7, 2006 |
| 59572-425-21 | 59572-425 | Celgene Corporation | 21 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (59572-425-21) | March 3, 2009 |
| 59572-402 | 59572-402 | Celgene Corporation | — | April 16, 2012 |
| 59572-405 | 59572-405 | Celgene Corporation | — | December 27, 2005 |
| 59572-410 | 59572-410 | Celgene Corporation | — | December 27, 2005 |
| 59572-415 | 59572-415 | Celgene Corporation | — | June 29, 2006 |
| 59572-420 | 59572-420 | Celgene Corporation | — | June 6, 2013 |
| 59572-425 | 59572-425 | Celgene Corporation | — | June 29, 2006 |
Sources for this page
| Dataset | Agency | Used for |
|---|---|---|
| NDC Directory | FDA | Identity, ingredients, strengths, forms, routes, labelers, packages |
| Drugs@FDA | FDA | Application, sponsor, submissions, review documents, marketing status |
| Orange Book | FDA | Therapeutic equivalence codes, reference drug flags, patents, exclusivity |
| Drug Labeling | FDA / NLM | Prescribing information reproduced above |
| FAERS | FDA | Adverse event report counts |
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