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Venclexta
Venetoclax · Tablet, Film Coated
Overview
Active ingredients
Source: NDC Directory| Ingredient | Strength | RxCUI | Monograph |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venetoclax | 10 mg/1 | 1747561 | — |
| Venetoclax | 100 mg/1 | 1747561 | — |
| Venetoclax | 50 mg/1 | 1747561 | — |
Forms, strengths and routes
Source: NDC DirectoryPharmacologic classes are listed in the class section below.
Pharmacologic class
Source: NDC Directory| Class | Type | Browse |
|---|---|---|
| BCL-2 Inhibitor [EPC] | EPC | 1 member — no class page |
| Increased Cellular Death [PE] | PE | 1 member — no class page |
| P-Glycoprotein Inhibitors [MoA] | MoA | All 105 members |
Regulatory status
Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory| Product | Trade name | Form | Strength | Ingredient | Status | TE | Flags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 208573-001 | VENCLEXTA | TABLET | VENETOCLAX | Prescription | AB | RLD | |
| 208573-002 | VENCLEXTA | TABLET | VENETOCLAX | Prescription | AB | RLD | |
| 208573-003 | VENCLEXTA | TABLET | VENETOCLAX | Prescription | AB | RLD RS |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9174982 | May 26, 2030 | 001 | No | U-2537 | May 4, 2016 |
| 9174982 | May 26, 2030 | 001 | No | U-2445 | May 4, 2016 |
| 9174982 | May 26, 2030 | 001 | No | U-2323 | May 4, 2016 |
| 9174982 | May 26, 2030 | 001 | No | U-2446 | May 4, 2016 |
| 9174982 | May 26, 2030 | 002 | No | U-2323 | May 4, 2016 |
| 9174982 | May 26, 2030 | 002 | No | U-2537 | May 4, 2016 |
| 9174982 | May 26, 2030 | 002 | No | U-2446 | May 4, 2016 |
| 9174982 | May 26, 2030 | 002 | No | U-2445 | May 4, 2016 |
| 9174982 | May 26, 2030 | 003 | No | U-2537 | May 4, 2016 |
| 9174982 | May 26, 2030 | 003 | No | U-2445 | May 4, 2016 |
| 9174982 | May 26, 2030 | 003 | No | U-2446 | May 4, 2016 |
| 9174982 | May 26, 2030 | 003 | No | U-2323 | May 4, 2016 |
| 8546399 | June 27, 2031 | 001 | Yes | May 4, 2016 | |
| 8546399 | June 27, 2031 | 002 | Yes | May 4, 2016 | |
| 8546399 | June 27, 2031 | 003 | Yes | May 4, 2016 | |
| 10730873 | November 21, 2031 | 001 | Yes | August 17, 2020 | |
| 10730873 | November 21, 2031 | 002 | Yes | August 17, 2020 | |
| 10730873 | November 21, 2031 | 003 | Yes | August 17, 2020 | |
| 8722657 | January 29, 2032 | 001 | Yes | February 13, 2020 | |
| 8722657 | January 29, 2032 | 002 | Yes | February 13, 2020 | |
| 8722657 | January 29, 2032 | 003 | Yes | February 13, 2020 | |
| 11369599 | May 23, 2032 | 001 | No | July 20, 2022 | |
| 11369599 | May 23, 2032 | 002 | No | July 20, 2022 | |
| 11369599 | May 23, 2032 | 003 | No | July 20, 2022 | |
| 11413282 | September 6, 2033 | 001 | No | U-3412 | September 12, 2022 |
| 11590128 | September 6, 2033 | 001 | No | U-3548 | March 24, 2023 |
| 9539251 | September 6, 2033 | 001 | No | U-2538 | June 13, 2019 |
| 10993942 | September 6, 2033 | 001 | No | U-3114 | May 24, 2021 |
| 11110087 | September 6, 2033 | 001 | No | U-3222 | October 7, 2021 |
| 11110087 | September 6, 2033 | 001 | No | U-3223 | October 7, 2021 |
| 9539251 | September 6, 2033 | 002 | No | U-2538 | June 13, 2019 |
| 11413282 | September 6, 2033 | 002 | No | U-3412 | September 12, 2022 |
| 11590128 | September 6, 2033 | 002 | No | U-3548 | March 24, 2023 |
| 10993942 | September 6, 2033 | 002 | No | U-3114 | May 24, 2021 |
| 11110087 | September 6, 2033 | 002 | No | U-3222 | October 7, 2021 |
| 11110087 | September 6, 2033 | 002 | No | U-3223 | October 7, 2021 |
| 9539251 | September 6, 2033 | 003 | No | U-2538 | June 13, 2019 |
| 11413282 | September 6, 2033 | 003 | No | U-3412 | September 12, 2022 |
| 11590128 | September 6, 2033 | 003 | No | U-3548 | March 24, 2023 |
| 10993942 | September 6, 2033 | 003 | No | U-3114 | May 24, 2021 |
| 11110087 | September 6, 2033 | 003 | No | U-3222 | October 7, 2021 |
| 11110087 | September 6, 2033 | 003 | No | U-3223 | October 7, 2021 |
| Code | Expires | Product |
|---|---|---|
| ODE-239 | May 15, 2026 | 001 |
| ODE-239 | May 15, 2026 | 002 |
| ODE-239 | May 15, 2026 | 003 |
Approval history
Source: Drugs@FDA| Type | No. | Action | Status | Date | Review |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supplement | 32 | Efficacy | Approved | May 20, 2026 | Standard |
| Supplement | 31 | Efficacy | Approved | February 19, 2026 | Standard |
| Supplement | 27 | Labeling | Approved | June 15, 2022 | Standard |
| Supplement | 26 | Labeling | Approved | October 22, 2021 | Standard |
| Supplement | 24 | Efficacy | Approved | October 4, 2021 | Standard |
| Supplement | 23 | Labeling | Approved | November 19, 2020 | Standard |
| Supplement | 21 | Efficacy | Approved | October 16, 2020 | Priority |
| Supplement | 20 | Efficacy | Approved | October 16, 2020 | Priority |
| Supplement | 17 | Labeling | Approved | June 12, 2020 | Standard |
| Supplement | 18 | Labeling | Approved | May 29, 2020 | Standard |
| Supplement | 15 | Labeling | Approved | July 25, 2019 | Standard |
| Supplement | 14 | Labeling | Approved | July 25, 2019 | Standard |
| Supplement | 11 | Labeling | Approved | July 25, 2019 | Standard |
| Supplement | 13 | Efficacy | Approved | May 15, 2019 | Priority |
| Supplement | 9 | Efficacy | Approved | November 21, 2018 | Priority |
| Supplement | 10 | Labeling | Approved | September 7, 2018 | Standard |
| Supplement | 7 | Efficacy | Approved | September 7, 2018 | Priority |
| Supplement | 5 | Efficacy | Approved | June 8, 2018 | Priority |
| Supplement | 4 | Efficacy | Approved | June 8, 2018 | Priority |
| Supplement | 3 | Efficacy | Approved | December 20, 2017 | Priority |
| Original application | 1 | Type 1 - New Molecular Entity | Approved | April 11, 2016 | Priority |
Review documents
- 0 · Supplement · June 8, 2026
- 0 · Supplement · May 26, 2026
- 0 · Supplement · May 22, 2026
- 0 · Supplement · May 21, 2026
- 0 · Supplement · February 24, 2026
- 0 · Supplement · February 23, 2026
- 0 · Supplement · June 16, 2022
- 0 · Supplement · June 16, 2022
- 0 · Supplement · October 25, 2021
- 0 · Supplement · October 25, 2021
- 0 · Supplement · October 6, 2021
- 0 · Supplement · October 5, 2021
- 0 · Supplement · December 9, 2020
- 0 · Supplement · December 9, 2020
- 0 · Supplement · November 23, 2020
- 0 · Supplement · November 20, 2020
- 0 · Supplement · October 20, 2020
- 0 · Supplement · October 20, 2020
- 0 · Supplement · October 16, 2020
- 0 · Supplement · October 16, 2020
- 0 · Supplement · July 14, 2020
- 0 · Supplement · July 14, 2020
- 0 · Supplement · June 26, 2020
- 0 · Supplement · June 15, 2020
- 0 · Supplement · June 2, 2020
- 0 · Supplement · June 2, 2020
- 0 · Supplement · September 30, 2019
- 0 · Supplement · July 29, 2019
- 0 · Supplement · July 29, 2019
- 0 · Supplement · July 29, 2019
Prescribing information
Source: openFDA Drug LabelingReproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20260520). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.
Recent Major Changes
openFDA Drug LabelingDosage and Administration ( 2.2 , 2.5 ) 02/2026 Dosage and Administration ( 2.8 ) 05/2026 Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 , 5.3 ) 02/2026
Indications and Usage
openFDA Drug Labeling1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE VENCLEXTA is a BCL-2 inhibitor indicated: For the treatment of adult patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL). ( 1.1 ) In combination with azacitidine, or decitabine, or low-dose cytarabine for the treatment of newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in adults 75 years or older, or who have comorbidities that preclude use of intensive induction chemotherapy. ( 1.2 ) 1.1 Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia/Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma VENCLEXTA is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL). 1.2 Acute Myeloid Leukemia VENCLEXTA is indicated in combination with azacitidine, or decitabine, or low-dose cytarabine for the treatment of newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in adults 75 years or older, or who have comorbidities that preclude use of intensive induction chemotherapy.
Dosage and Administration
openFDA Drug Labeling2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION See Full Prescribing Information for recommended VENCLEXTA dosages. ( 2.2 , 2.3 ) Take VENCLEXTA tablets orally once daily with a meal and water. ( 2.8 ) Provide prophylaxis for tumor lysis syndrome. ( 2.1 , 2.4 ) 2.1 Important Safety Information Assess patient-specific factors for level of risk of tumor lysis syndrome (TLS) and provide prophylactic hydration and anti-hyperuricemics to patients prior to first dose of VENCLEXTA to reduce risk of TLS [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 ) and Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )]. 2.2 Recommended Dosage for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia/Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma VENCLEXTA dosing begins with a 5-week ramp-up. The 5-week ramp-up dosing schedule is designed to gradually reduce tumor burden (debulk) and decrease the risk of TLS. VENCLEXTA 5-week Dose Ramp-Up Schedule Administer VENCLEXTA according to the 5-week ramp-up dosing schedule to the recommended dosage of 400 mg orally once daily as shown in Table 1 . Table 1. Dosing Schedule for 5-Week Ramp-up Phase for Patients with CLL/SLL VENCLEXTA Oral Daily Dose Week 1 20 mg Week 2 50 mg Week 3 100 mg Week 4 200 mg Week 5 and beyond 400 mg The CLL/SLL Starting Pack provides the first 4 weeks of VENCLEXTA according to the ramp-up schedule [see How Supplied/Storage and Handling ( 16 )] . In Combination with Acalabrutinib Cycle 1 Day 1: Start acalabrutinib 100 mg orally approximately every 12 hours until disease progression, unacceptable toxicity or completion of 14 cycles of treatment. Each cycle is 28 days. Refer to the acalabrutinib prescribing information for additional dosing information. Cycle 3 Day 1: start VENCLEXTA according to the 5-week ramp-up dosing schedule (see Table 1 ). After completing the ramp-up phase, continue VENCLEXTA at a dose of 400 mg orally once daily until disease progression, unacceptable toxicity, or until the last day of Cycle 14. In Combination with Obinutuzumab Start obinutuzumab administration at 100 mg on Cycle 1 Day 1, followed by 900 mg on Cycle 1 Day 2. Administer 1,000 mg on Days 8 and 15 of Cycle 1 and on Day 1 of each subsequent 28-day cycle for a total of 6 cycles. Refer to the obinutuzumab prescribing information for additional dosing information. On Cycle 1 Day 22, start VENCLEXTA according to the 5-week ramp-up dosing schedule (see Table 1 ). After completing the ramp-up phase on Cycle 2 Day 28, continue VENCLEXTA at a dose of 400 mg orally once daily from Cycle 3 Day 1 until the last day of Cycle 12. In Combination with Rituximab Start rituximab administration after the patient has completed the 5-week ramp-up dosing schedule for VENCLEXTA (see Table 1 ) and has received VENCLEXTA at the recommended dosage of 400 mg orally once daily for 7 days. Administer rituximab on Day 1 of each 28-day cycle for 6 cycles, at a dose of 375 mg/m 2 intravenously for Cycle 1 and 500 mg/m 2 intravenously for Cycles 2-6. Continue VENCLEXTA 400 mg orally once daily for 24 months from Cycle 1 Day 1 of rituximab. Refer to the rituximab prescribing information for additional dosing information. Monotherapy The recommended dosage of VENCLEXTA is 400 mg once daily after completion of the 5-week ramp-up dosing schedule (see Table 1 ). Continue VENCLEXTA until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. 2.3 Recommended Dosage for Acute Myeloid Leukemia The recommended dosage and ramp-up of VENCLEXTA depends upon the combination agent. Follow the dosing schedule, including the 3-day or 4-day dose ramp-up, as shown in Table 2. Start VENCLEXTA administration on Cycle 1 Day 1 in combination with: Azacitidine 75 mg/m 2 intravenously or subcutaneously once daily on Days 1-7 of each 28-day cycle; OR Decitabine 20 mg/m 2 intravenously once daily on Days 1-5 of each 28-day cycle; OR Cytarabine 20 mg/m 2 subcutaneously once daily on Days 1-10 of each 28-day cycle. Table 2. Dosing Schedule for 3- or 4-Day Ramp-up Phase in Patients with AML VENCLEXTA Oral Daily Dose Day 1 100 mg Day 2 200 mg Day 3 400 mg D …
Dosage Forms and Strengths
openFDA Drug Labeling3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Table 9. VENCLEXTA Tablet Strength and Description Tablet Strength Description of Tablet 10 mg Round, biconvex shaped, pale yellow film-coated tablet debossed with “V” on one side and “10” on the other side 50 mg Oblong, biconvex shaped, beige film-coated tablet debossed with “V” on one side and “50” on the other side 100 mg Oblong, biconvex shaped, pale yellow film-coated tablet debossed with “V” on one side and “100” on the other side Tablets: 10 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg ( 3 )
Contraindications
openFDA Drug Labeling4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Concomitant use of VENCLEXTA with strong CYP3A inhibitors at initiation and during the ramp-up phase is contraindicated in patients with CLL/SLL due to the potential for increased risk of tumor lysis syndrome [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.6 ) and Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )] . Concomitant use with strong CYP3A inhibitors at initiation and during ramp-up phase in patients with CLL/SLL is contraindicated. ( 2.6 , 4 , 7.1 )
Warnings and Cautions
openFDA Drug Labeling5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Tumor Lysis Syndrome (TLS): Anticipate TLS; assess risk in all patients. Premedicate with anti-hyperuricemics and ensure adequate hydration. Employ more intensive measures (intravenous hydration, frequent monitoring, hospitalization) as overall risk increases. ( 2.4 , 5.1 ) Neutropenia: Monitor blood counts. Interrupt dosing and resume at same or reduced dose. Consider supportive care measures. ( 2.5 , 5.2 ) Infections: Monitor for signs and symptoms of infection and treat promptly. Withhold for Grade 3 and 4 infection until resolution and resume at same or reduced dose. ( 2.5 , 5.3 ) Immunization: Do not administer live attenuated vaccines prior to, during, or after treatment with VENCLEXTA until B-cell recovery. ( 5.4 ) Embryo-Fetal Toxicity: May cause embryo-fetal harm. Advise females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus and to use effective contraception. ( 5.5 ) Treatment of patients with multiple myeloma with VENCLEXTA in combination with bortezomib plus dexamethasone is not recommended outside of controlled clinical trials. ( 5.6 ) 5.1 Tumor Lysis Syndrome Tumor lysis syndrome (TLS), including fatal events and renal failure requiring dialysis, has occurred in patients treated with VENCLEXTA [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )]. VENCLEXTA can cause rapid reduction in tumor and thus poses a risk for TLS at initiation and during the ramp-up phase in all patients, and during reinitiation after dosage interruption in patients with CLL/SLL. Changes in blood chemistries consistent with TLS that require prompt management can occur as early as 6 to 8 hours following the first dose of VENCLEXTA and at each dose increase. TLS, including fatal cases, has been reported after a single 20 mg dose of VENCLEXTA. In patients with CLL/SLL who followed the current (5-week) dose ramp-up and the TLS prophylaxis and monitoring measures, the rate of TLS was 2% in the VENCLEXTA CLL/SLL monotherapy trials. The rate of TLS remained consistent with VENCLEXTA in combination with obinutuzumab or rituximab. With a 2- to 3-week dose ramp-up and higher starting dose in patients with CLL/SLL, the TLS rate was 13% and included deaths and renal failure [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )] . In patients with AML who followed the current 3-day ramp-up dosing schedule and the TLS prophylaxis and monitoring measures, the rate of TLS was 1.1% in patients who received VENCLEXTA in combination with azacitidine (VIALE-A). In patients with AML who followed a 4-day ramp-up dosing schedule and the TLS prophylaxis and monitoring measures, the rate of TLS was 5.6% and included deaths and renal failure in patients who received VENCLEXTA in combination with low-dose cytarabine (VIALE-C) [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )]. The risk of TLS is a continuum based on multiple factors, particularly reduced renal function, tumor burden, and type of malignancy. Splenomegaly may also increase the risk of TLS in patients with CLL/SLL. Assess all patients for risk and provide appropriate prophylaxis for TLS, including hydration and anti-hyperuricemics. Monitor blood chemistries and manage abnormalities promptly. Employ more intensive measures (intravenous hydration, frequent monitoring, hospitalization) as overall risk increases. Interrupt dosing if needed; when restarting VENCLEXTA, follow dose modification guidance [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.1 , 2.2 , 2.3 , 2.4 ) and Use in Specific Populations ( 8.6 )]. Concomitant use of VENCLEXTA with P-gp inhibitors or strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitors increases venetoclax exposure, which may increase the risk of TLS at initiation and during the ramp-up phase of VENCLEXTA. For patients with CLL/SLL, coadministration of VENCLEXTA with strong CYP3A inhibitors at initiation and during the 5-week ramp-up phase is contraindicated [see Contraindications ( 4 )]. For patients with AML, reduce the dose of VENCLEXTA when coadministered with strong CYP3A inhibitors at initiation and during the 3- or 4-day ra …
Adverse Reactions
openFDA Drug Labeling6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Tumor Lysis Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Neutropenia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Infections [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] In CLL/SLL, the most common adverse reactions (≥20%) for VENCLEXTA when given in combination with obinutuzumab or rituximab or as monotherapy are neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, anemia, diarrhea, nausea, upper respiratory tract infection, cough, musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and edema. ( 6.1 ) In CLL/SLL, the most common adverse reactions (≥20%) for VENCLEXTA when given in combination with acalabrutinib are neutropenia, headache, diarrhea, musculoskeletal pain, and COVID-19. ( 6.1 ) In AML, the most common adverse reactions (≥30%) in combination with azacitidine or decitabine or low-dose cytarabine are nausea, diarrhea, thrombocytopenia, constipation, neutropenia, febrile neutropenia, fatigue, vomiting, edema, pyrexia, pneumonia, dyspnea, hemorrhage, anemia, rash, abdominal pain, sepsis, musculoskeletal pain, dizziness, cough, oropharyngeal pain, and hypotension. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact AbbVie Inc. at 1-800-633-9110 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely variable conditions, adverse event rates observed in clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared with rates of clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. In CLL/SLL, the safety population reflects exposure to VENCLEXTA as monotherapy in patients in M13-982, M14-032, and M12-175 and in combination with obinutuzumab or rituximab in patients in CLL14 and MURANO. In this CLL/SLL safety population, the most common adverse reactions (≥20%) for VENCLEXTA were neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, anemia, diarrhea, nausea, upper respiratory tract infection, cough, musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and edema. In the CLL/SLL safety population that reflects exposure to VENCLEXTA in combination with acalabrutinib, the most common adverse reactions (≥20%) were neutropenia, headache, diarrhea, musculoskeletal pain, and COVID-19. In AML, the safety population reflects exposure to VENCLEXTA in combination with decitabine, azacitidine, or low-dose cytarabine in patients in M14-358, VIALE-A, and VIALE-C. In this safety population, the most common adverse reactions (≥30% in any trial) were nausea, diarrhea, thrombocytopenia, constipation, neutropenia, febrile neutropenia, fatigue, vomiting, edema, pyrexia, pneumonia, dyspnea, hemorrhage, anemia, rash, abdominal pain, sepsis, musculoskeletal pain, dizziness, cough, oropharyngeal pain, and hypotension. Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia/Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma VENCLEXTA in Combination with Acalabrutinib The safety of VENCLEXTA in combination with acalabrutinib (VEN+A) (N=291) versus fludarabine plus cyclophosphamide plus rituximab or bendamustine plus rituximab (FCR/BR) (N=259) was evaluated in AMPLIFY, a randomized, multicenter, open-label study in patients with previously untreated CLL [ see Clinical S tudies ( 14.1 ) ] . The median duration of exposure to VENCLEXTA was 11.1 months (range: 2 to 14 months) and to acalabrutinib was 12.9 months (range: 1 to 18 months) in the VEN+A arm. Among patients who received VEN+A, 96% were exposed for 6 months or longer and 91% were exposed for greater than one year. Serious adverse reactions were reported in 25% of patients receiving VEN+A. The most common adverse reaction (≥2%) were COVID-19 including COVID-19 pneumonia (9%), second primary malignancies (2.7%), and neutropenia (2.1%). Fatal adverse events occurred in 3.4% of patients. The most common fatal adverse events included COVID-19 and COVID-19 pneumonia. In the VEN+A arm, adverse reactions led to treatment discontinuation in 8% of patients. Neutropenia led to discontinuation of VENCLEXTA in 0.3% of patients, dose reduc …
Drug Interactions
openFDA Drug Labeling7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitors or P-gp inhibitors: Adjust dosage of VENCLEXTA. ( 2.6 , 7.1 ) Strong or moderate CYP3A inducers: Avoid co-administration. ( 7.1 ) P-gp substrates: Take at least 6 hours before VENCLEXTA. ( 7.2 ) 7.1 Effects of Other Drugs on VENCLEXTA Strong or Moderate CYP3A Inhibitors or P-gp Inhibitors Concomitant use with a strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitor or a P-gp inhibitor increases venetoclax C max and AUC 0-INF [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] , which may increase VENCLEXTA toxicities, including the risk of TLS [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . Concomitant use with a strong CYP3A inhibitor at initiation and during the ramp-up phase in patients with CLL/SLL is contraindicated [see Contraindications ( 4 )] . In patients with CLL/SLL taking a steady daily dosage (after ramp-up phase), consider alternative medications or adjust VENCLEXTA dosage and monitor more frequently for adverse reactions [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.5 , 2.6 )] . In patients with AML, adjust VENCLEXTA dosage and monitor more frequently for adverse reactions [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.5 , 2.6 )] . Resume the VENCLEXTA dosage that was used prior to concomitant use with a strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitor or a P-gp inhibitor 2 to 3 days after discontinuation of the inhibitor [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.5 , 2.6 )] . Avoid grapefruit products, Seville oranges, and starfruit during treatment with VENCLEXTA, as they contain inhibitors of CYP3A. Strong or Moderate CYP3A Inducers Concomitant use with a strong CYP3A inducer decreases venetoclax C max and AUC 0-INF [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] , which may decrease VENCLEXTA efficacy. Avoid concomitant use of VENCLEXTA with strong CYP3A inducers or moderate CYP3A inducers. 7.2 Effect of VENCLEXTA on Other Drugs Warfarin Concomitant use of VENCLEXTA increases warfarin C max and AUC 0-INF [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] , which may increase the risk of bleeding. Monitor international normalized ratio (INR) more frequently in patients using warfarin concomitantly with VENCLEXTA. P-gp Substrates Concomitant use of VENCLEXTA increases C max and AUC 0-INF of P-gp substrates [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] , which may increase toxicities of these substrates. Avoid concomitant use of VENCLEXTA with a P-gp substrate. If a concomitant use is unavoidable, separate dosing of the P-gp substrate at least 6 hours before VENCLEXTA.
Use in Specific Populations
openFDA Drug Labeling8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Lactation: Advise women not to breastfeed. ( 8.2 ) Hepatic Impairment: Reduce the VENCLEXTA dose by 50% in patients with severe hepatic impairment. ( 2.7 , 8.7 ) 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on findings in animals and its mechanism of action [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.1 )] , VENCLEXTA may cause embryo-fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. There are no available data on VENCLEXTA use in pregnant women to inform a drug-associated risk. Administration of venetoclax to pregnant mice during the period of organogenesis was fetotoxic at exposures 1.2 times the human exposure at the recommended dose of 400 mg daily based on AUC. 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. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2% to 4% and 15% to 20%, respectively. Data Animal data In embryo-fetal development studies, venetoclax was administered to pregnant mice and rabbits during the period of organogenesis. In mice, venetoclax was associated with increased post-implantation loss and decreased fetal body weight at 150 mg/kg/day (maternal exposures approximately 1.2 times the human exposure at the recommended dose of 400 mg once daily). No teratogenicity was observed in either the mouse or the rabbit. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary There are no data on the presence of VENCLEXTA in human milk or the effects on the breastfed child or milk production. Venetoclax was present in the milk when administered to lactating rats (see Data) . Because of the potential for serious adverse reactions in a breastfed child, advise women not to breastfeed during treatment with VENCLEXTA and for 1 week after the last dose. Data Animal Data Venetoclax was administered (single dose; 150 mg/kg oral) to lactating rats 8 to 10 days post-parturition. Venetoclax in milk was 1.6 times lower than in plasma. Parent drug (venetoclax) represented the majority of the total drug-related material in milk, with trace levels of three metabolites. 8.3 Females and Males of Reproductive Potential VENCLEXTA may cause fetal harm when administered to pregnant women [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.1 )] . Pregnancy Testing Verify pregnancy status in females of reproductive potential prior to initiating VENCLEXTA. Contraception Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with VENCLEXTA and for 30 days after the last dose. Infertility Based on findings in animals, VENCLEXTA may impair male fertility [see Nonclinical Toxicology ( 13.1 )] . 8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of VENCLEXTA have not been established in pediatric patients. Juvenile Animal Toxicity Data In a juvenile toxicology study, mice were administered venetoclax at 10, 30, or 100 mg/kg/day by oral gavage from 7 to 60 days of age. Clinical signs of toxicity included decreased activity, dehydration, skin pallor, and hunched posture at ≥30 mg/kg/day. In addition, mortality and body weight effects occurred at 100 mg/kg/day. Other venetoclax-related effects were reversible decreases in lymphocytes at ≥10 mg/kg/day; a dose of 10 mg/kg/day is approximately 0.06 times the clinical dose of 400 mg on a mg/m 2 basis for a 20 kg child. 8.5 Geriatric Use Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia/Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma Of the 352 patients with previously treated CLL/SLL evaluated for safety from 3 open-label trials of VENCLEXTA monotherapy, 57% (201/352) were ≥65 years of age and 18% (62/352) were ≥75 years of age. Of the 406 patients with CLL/SLL evaluated for safety from VENCLEXTA in combination with rituximab or obinutuzumab, 67% (273/406) were ≥65 years of age and 24% (97/406) were ≥75 years of age. No clinically meaningful differences …
Mechanism of Action
openFDA Drug Labeling12.1 Mechanism of Action Venetoclax is a selective and orally bioavailable small-molecule inhibitor of BCL-2, an anti-apoptotic protein. Overexpression of BCL-2 has been demonstrated in CLL and AML cells where it mediates tumor cell survival and has been associated with resistance to chemotherapeutics. Venetoclax helps restore the process of apoptosis by binding directly to the BCL-2 protein, displacing pro-apoptotic proteins like BIM, triggering mitochondrial outer membrane permeabilization and the activation of caspases. In nonclinical studies, venetoclax has demonstrated cytotoxic activity in tumor cells that overexpress BCL-2.
Description
openFDA Drug Labeling11 DESCRIPTION Venetoclax is a BCL-2 inhibitor. It is a light yellow to dark yellow solid with the empirical formula C 45 H 50 ClN 7 O 7 S and a molecular weight of 868.44. Venetoclax is described chemically as 4-(4-{[2-(4-chlorophenyl)-4,4-dimethylcyclohex-1-en-1-yl]methyl}piperazin-1-yl)- N -({3-nitro-4-[(tetrahydro-2 H -pyran-4-ylmethyl)amino]phenyl}sulfonyl)-2-(1 H -pyrrolo[2,3- b ]pyridin-5-yloxy)benzamide) and has the following chemical structure: Venetoclax has very low aqueous solubility. VENCLEXTA tablets for oral use are supplied as pale yellow or beige tablets that contain 10 mg, 50 mg, or 100 mg venetoclax as the active ingredient. Each tablet also contains the following inactive ingredients: copovidone, colloidal silicon dioxide, polysorbate 80, sodium stearyl fumarate, and calcium phosphate dibasic. In addition, the 10 mg and 100 mg coated tablets include the following: iron oxide yellow, polyvinyl alcohol, polyethylene glycol, talc, and titanium dioxide. The 50 mg coated tablets also include the following: iron oxide yellow, iron oxide red, iron oxide black, polyvinyl alcohol, talc, polyethylene glycol and titanium dioxide. Each tablet is debossed with “V” on one side and “10”, “50” or “100” corresponding to the tablet strength on the other side. the following chemical structure for Venetoclax is a BCL-2 inhibitor. It is a light yellow to dark yellow solid with the empirical formula C45H50ClN7O7S and a molecular weight of 868.44. Venetoclax is described chemically as 4-(4-{[2-(4-chlorophenyl)-4,4-dimethylcyclohex-1-en-1-yl]methyl}piperazin-1-yl)-N-({3-nitro-4-[(tetrahydro-2H-pyran-4-ylmethyl)amino]phenyl}sulfonyl)-2-(1H-pyrrolo[2,3-b]pyridin-5-yloxy)benzamide).
Overdosage
openFDA Drug Labeling10 OVERDOSAGE There is no specific antidote for VENCLEXTA. For patients who experience overdose, closely monitor and provide appropriate supportive treatment; during ramp-up phase interrupt VENCLEXTA and monitor carefully for signs and symptoms of TLS along with other toxicities [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.2 , 2.3 , 2.4 , 2.5 )] . Based on venetoclax large volume of distribution and extensive protein binding, dialysis is unlikely to result in significant removal of venetoclax.
How Supplied / Storage and Handling
openFDA Drug Labeling16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING VENCLEXTA is dispensed as follows: Packaging Presentation Number of Tablets National Drug Code (NDC) CLL/SLL Starting Pack Each pack contains four weekly wallet blister packs: Week 1 (14 x 10 mg tablets) Week 2 (7 x 50 mg tablets) Week 3 (7 x 100 mg tablets) Week 4 (14 x 100 mg tablets) 0074-0579-28 Wallet containing 10 mg tablets 14 x 10 mg tablets 0074-0561-14 Wallet containing 50 mg tablets 7 x 50 mg tablets 0074-0566-07 Unit dose blister containing 10 mg tablets 2 x 10 mg tablets 0074-0561-11 Unit dose blister containing 50 mg tablet 1 x 50 mg tablet 0074-0566-11 Unit dose blister containing 100 mg tablet 1 x 100 mg tablet 0074-0576-11 Bottle containing 100 mg tablets 28 x 100 mg tablets 0074-0576-30 Bottle containing 100 mg tablets 120 x 100 mg tablets 0074-0576-22 VENCLEXTA 10 mg film-coated tablets are round, biconvex shaped, pale yellow debossed with “V” on one side and “10” on the other side. VENCLEXTA 50 mg film-coated tablets are oblong, biconvex shaped, beige debossed with “V” on one side and “50” on the other side. VENCLEXTA 100 mg film-coated tablets are oblong, biconvex shaped, pale yellow debossed with “V” on one side and “100” on the other side. Store in original container at or below 86°F (30°C). Dispense to patient in original container to protect from moisture.
Adverse event reports
Source: openFDA FAERSAttributed to this product's most-reported active ingredient: VENETOCLAX. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0074-0561-11 | 0074-0561 | AbbVie Inc. | 1 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (0074-0561-11) / 2 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BLISTER PACK | April 11, 2016 |
| 0074-0561-14 | 0074-0561 | AbbVie Inc. | 1 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (0074-0561-14) / 14 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BLISTER PACK | April 11, 2016 |
| 0074-0566-07 | 0074-0566 | AbbVie Inc. | 1 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (0074-0566-07) / 7 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BLISTER PACK | April 11, 2016 |
| 0074-0566-11 | 0074-0566 | AbbVie Inc. | 1 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (0074-0566-11) / 1 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BLISTER PACK | April 11, 2016 |
| 0074-0576-11 | 0074-0576 | AbbVie Inc. | 1 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (0074-0576-11) / 1 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BLISTER PACK | April 11, 2016 |
| 0074-0576-22 | 0074-0576 | AbbVie Inc. | 120 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (0074-0576-22) | April 11, 2016 |
| 0074-0576-30 | 0074-0576 | AbbVie Inc. | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON (0074-0576-30) / 28 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE | June 15, 2022 |
| 0074-0561 | 0074-0561 | AbbVie Inc. | — | April 11, 2016 |
| 0074-0566 | 0074-0566 | AbbVie Inc. | — | April 11, 2016 |
| 0074-0576 | 0074-0576 | AbbVie Inc. | — | April 11, 2016 |
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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