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Xalkori
Crizotinib · Capsule
Overview
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cytochrome P450 2B6 Inhibitors [MoA] | MoA | 4 members — no class page |
| Cytochrome P450 3A Inhibitors [MoA] | MoA | All 89 members |
| Kinase Inhibitor [EPC] | EPC | All 89 members |
| Organic Cation Transporter 1 Inhibitors [MoA] | MoA | 3 members — no class page |
| Organic Cation Transporter 2 Inhibitors [MoA] | MoA | All 32 members |
| P-Glycoprotein Inhibitors [MoA] | MoA | All 105 members |
| Receptor Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors [MoA] | MoA | 4 members — no class page |
Regulatory status
Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory| Product | Trade name | Form | Strength | Ingredient | Status | TE | Flags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 202570-001 | XALKORI | CAPSULE | CRIZOTINIB | Prescription | — | RLD | |
| 202570-002 | XALKORI | CAPSULE | CRIZOTINIB | Prescription | — | RLD RS |
Therapeutic equivalence
Source: Orange BookCodes 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7825137 | May 12, 2027 | 001 | No | U-3403 | September 14, 2011 |
| 7825137 | May 12, 2027 | 001 | No | U-3058 | September 14, 2011 |
| 7825137 | May 12, 2027 | 001 | No | U-3057 | September 14, 2011 |
| 7825137 | May 12, 2027 | 002 | No | U-3403 | — |
| 7825137 | May 12, 2027 | 002 | No | U-3058 | — |
| 7825137 | May 12, 2027 | 002 | No | U-3057 | — |
| 7858643 | October 8, 2029 | 001 | Yes | September 14, 2011 | |
| 7858643 | October 8, 2029 | 002 | Yes | — | |
| 8217057 | November 6, 2029 | 001 | Yes | July 31, 2012 | |
| 8217057 | November 6, 2029 | 002 | Yes | — |
| Code | Expires | Product |
|---|---|---|
| ODE-328 | January 14, 2028 | 001 |
| ODE-328 | January 14, 2028 | 002 |
| ODE-407 | July 14, 2029 | 001 |
| ODE-407 | July 14, 2029 | 002 |
Approval history
Source: Drugs@FDA| Type | No. | Action | Status | Date | Review |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supplement | 36 | Efficacy | Approved | September 7, 2023 | Standard |
| Supplement | 33 | Efficacy | Approved | July 14, 2022 | Priority |
| Supplement | 31 | Labeling | Approved | September 22, 2021 | Standard |
| Supplement | 30 | Efficacy | Approved | January 14, 2021 | Priority |
| Supplement | 28 | Labeling | Approved | June 25, 2019 | Standard |
| Supplement | 27 | Labeling | Approved | December 6, 2018 | Standard |
| Supplement | 26 | Efficacy | Approved | November 30, 2018 | Standard |
| Supplement | 24 | Labeling | Approved | February 7, 2018 | Standard |
| Supplement | 23 | Labeling | Approved | February 7, 2018 | Standard |
| Supplement | 21 | Labeling | Approved | July 21, 2017 | Standard |
| Supplement | 19 | Efficacy | Approved | April 28, 2017 | Standard |
| Supplement | 20 | Labeling | Approved | January 24, 2017 | Standard |
| Supplement | 17 | Labeling | Approved | April 29, 2016 | Standard |
| Supplement | 18 | Labeling | Approved | April 28, 2016 | Standard |
| Supplement | 16 | Efficacy | Approved | March 11, 2016 | Priority |
| Supplement | 15 | Manufacturing (CMC) | Approved | December 7, 2015 | Priority |
| Supplement | 14 | Efficacy | Approved | September 14, 2015 | Standard |
| Supplement | 13 | Labeling | Approved | March 20, 2015 | Standard |
| Supplement | 12 | Manufacturing (CMC) | Approved | August 26, 2014 | Priority |
| Supplement | 11 | Labeling | Approved | May 28, 2014 | Standard |
| Supplement | 10 | Manufacturing (CMC) | Approved | February 14, 2014 | Priority |
| Supplement | 6 | Efficacy | Approved | November 20, 2013 | Standard |
| Supplement | 9 | Labeling | Approved | October 7, 2013 | Standard |
| Supplement | 7 | Labeling | Approved | October 7, 2013 | Standard |
| Supplement | 8 | Manufacturing (CMC) | Approved | September 13, 2013 | Priority |
| Supplement | 5 | Manufacturing (CMC) | Approved | March 12, 2013 | Priority |
| Supplement | 4 | Labeling | Approved | February 28, 2013 | Standard |
| Supplement | 3 | Labeling | Approved | February 24, 2012 | Standard |
| Supplement | 2 | Labeling | Approved | February 17, 2012 | Standard |
| Original application | 1 | Type 1 - New Molecular Entity | Approved | August 26, 2011 | Priority |
Review documents
- 0 · Supplement · September 15, 2023
- 0 · Supplement · September 8, 2023
- 0 · Supplement · September 7, 2023
- 0 · Supplement · July 15, 2022
- 0 · Supplement · July 14, 2022
- 0 · Supplement · September 30, 2021
- 0 · Supplement · January 19, 2021
- 0 · Supplement · January 14, 2021
- 0 · Supplement · June 27, 2019
- 0 · Supplement · June 26, 2019
- 0 · Original application · December 20, 2018
- 0 · Supplement · December 7, 2018
- 0 · Supplement · December 7, 2018
- 0 · Supplement · December 7, 2018
- 0 · Supplement · December 3, 2018
- 0 · Supplement · February 8, 2018
- 0 · Supplement · February 8, 2018
- 0 · Supplement · February 8, 2018
- 0 · Supplement · July 25, 2017
- 0 · Supplement · July 25, 2017
- 0 · Supplement · May 2, 2017
- 0 · Supplement · May 1, 2017
- 0 · Supplement · January 27, 2017
- 0 · Supplement · January 24, 2017
- 0 · Supplement · October 28, 2016
- 0 · Supplement · May 4, 2016
- 0 · Supplement · May 3, 2016
- 0 · Supplement · May 2, 2016
- 0 · Supplement · April 29, 2016
- 0 · Supplement · March 11, 2016
Prescribing information
Source: openFDA Drug LabelingReproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20250722). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.
Recent Major Changes
openFDA Drug LabelingDosage and Administration ( 2 ) 9/2023
Indications and Usage
openFDA Drug Labeling1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE XALKORI is a kinase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of • adult patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose tumors are anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) or ROS1-positive as detected by an FDA-approved test. ( 1.1 , 2.1 ) • pediatric patients 1 year of age and older and young adults with relapsed or refractory, systemic anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL) that is ALK-positive. ( 1.2 , 2.3 ) o Limitations of Use: The safety and efficacy of XALKORI have not been established in older adults with relapsed or refractory, systemic ALK-positive ALCL. • adult and pediatric patients 1 year of age and older with unresectable, recurrent, or refractory inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor (IMT) that is ALK-positive. ( 1.3 , 2.3 ) 1.1 ALK- or ROS1-Positive Metastatic Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer XALKORI is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose tumors are anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) or ROS1-positive as detected by an FDA-approved test [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ] . 1.2 Relapsed or Refractory, Systemic ALK-Positive Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma XALKORI is indicated for the treatment of pediatric patients 1 year of age and older and young adults with relapsed or refractory, systemic anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL) that is ALK-positive . Limitations of Use : The safety and efficacy of XALKORI have not been established in older adults with relapsed or refractory, systemic ALK-positive ALCL. 1.3 Unresectable, Recurrent, or Refractory ALK-Positive Inflammatory Myofibroblastic Tumor XALKORI is indicated for the treatment of adult and pediatric patients 1 year of age and older with unresectable, recurrent, or refractory inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor (IMT) that is ALK-positive.
Dosage and Administration
openFDA Drug Labeling2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION • Metastatic NSCLC: The recommended dosage is 250 mg orally twice daily. ( 2.3 ) • Systemic ALCL: The recommended dosage is 280 mg/m 2 orally twice daily based on body surface area. ( 2.3 ) • Unresectable IMT: o Adult: The recommended dosage is 250 mg orally twice daily. ( 2.3 ) o Pediatric: The recommended dosage is 280 mg/m 2 orally twice daily based on body surface area. ( 2.3 ) • See full prescribing information for dosage adjustments by indication for patients with moderate or severe hepatic impairment or severe renal impairment. ( 2.7 , 2.8 ) 2.1 Patient Selection Select patients for the treatment of metastatic NSCLC with XALKORI based on the presence of ALK or ROS1 positivity in tumor specimens [see Clinical Studies (14.1 , 14.2 , 14.3) ] . Information on FDA-approved tests for the detection of ALK and ROS1 rearrangements in NSCLC is available at http://www.fda.gov/companiondiagnostics . 2.2 Recommended Testing During Treatment with XALKORI • Monitor liver function tests, including alanine aminotransferase (ALT), aspartate aminotransferase (AST), and total bilirubin, every 2 weeks during the first 2 months of treatment, then once a month, and as clinically indicated, with more frequent repeat testing for increased liver transaminases, alkaline phosphatase, or total bilirubin in patients who develop increased transaminases [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . • Monitor complete blood counts including differential weekly for the first month of therapy and then at least monthly, with more frequent monitoring if Grade 3 or 4 abnormalities, fever, or infection occur [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . • For pediatric and young adult patients with ALCL or pediatric patients with IMT, obtain baseline and follow-up ophthalmologic examinations including retinal examination within 1 month of starting XALKORI and every 3 months thereafter [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] . 2.3 Recommended Dosage The recommended dosage of XALKORI is provided in Table 1. Table 1. Recommended Dosage of XALKORI Indication Recommended Dosage of XALKORI ALK- or ROS1-Positive Metastatic NSCLC Adults : 250 mg orally twice daily Relapsed or Refractory, Systemic ALK-Positive ALCL Pediatric Patients and Young Adults : 280 mg/m 2 orally twice daily See Table 2 for Recommended Dosage based on body surface area for pediatric patients and young adults with ALCL for the capsules and oral pellets. Unresectable, Recurrent, or Refractory ALK-Positive IMT Adults : 250 mg orally twice daily Pediatric Patients : 280 mg/m 2 orally twice daily See Table 3 for Recommended Dosage based on body surface area for pediatric patients with IMT for the capsules and oral pellets. Recommended Dosage for Adult Patients with ALK- or ROS1-Positive Metastatic NSCLC • The recommended dosage for adult patients with ALK- or ROS1-positive metastatic NSCLC is XALKORI capsules 250 mg orally, twice daily, with or without food until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity occurs. • For adults who cannot swallow capsules, the recommended dosage of XALKORI pellets is 250 mg (2 x 50 mg + 1 x 150 mg) orally, twice daily, with or without food until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity occurs. Recommended Dosage for Pediatric and Young Adult Patients with ALK-Positive ALCL • The recommended dosage for pediatric patients 1 year of age and older and young adults with relapsed or refractory, systemic ALK-positive ALCL is based on body surface area (BSA) and is provided in Table 2. • Administer XALKORI capsules or pellets orally, twice daily, with or without food until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity occurs. Table 2 provides the dosage based on body surface area (BSA) for XALKORI capsules or pellets. Table 2. Recommended XALKORI Dosage for Pediatric Patients 1 Year of Age and Older and Young Adults With ALK-Positive ALCL Using Either XALKORI Capsules or Pellets Body Surface Area (BSA) Recommended XALKORI Dosage to Achieve 280 mg/m 2 Twice Daily …
Dosage Forms and Strengths
openFDA Drug Labeling3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Capsules: • 200 mg: hard gelatin capsule, size 1, white opaque body and pink opaque cap, with "Pfizer" on the cap and "CRZ 200" on the body. • 250 mg: hard gelatin capsule, size 0, pink opaque cap and body, with "Pfizer" on the cap and "CRZ 250" on the body. Oral Pellets: • 20 mg: hard gelatin capsule, size 4, white opaque body and light blue opaque cap, printed with black ink “Pfizer” on the cap and “CRZ 20” on the body. • 50 mg: hard gelatin capsule, size 3, light gray opaque body and gray opaque cap, printed with black ink “Pfizer” on the cap and “CRZ 50” on the body. • 150 mg: hard gelatin capsule, size 0, light blue opaque body and cap, printed with black ink “Pfizer” on the cap and “CRZ 150” on the body. Capsules: 200 mg, 250 mg ( 3 ) Oral pellets: 20 mg, 50 mg, 150 mg (3)
Contraindications
openFDA Drug Labeling4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. ( 4 )
Warnings and Cautions
openFDA Drug Labeling5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Hepatotoxicity: Fatal hepatotoxicity has occurred. Monitor with periodic liver testing. Temporarily suspend, dose reduce, or permanently discontinue XALKORI. ( 2.2 , 2.6 , 5.1 ) • Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)/Pneumonitis: Permanently discontinue in patients with ILD/pneumonitis. ( 2.6 , 5.2 ) • QT Interval Prolongation: Monitor electrocardiograms and electrolytes in patients who have a history of or predisposition for QTc prolongation, or who are taking medications that prolong QT. Temporarily suspend, dose reduce, or permanently discontinue XALKORI. ( 2.6 , 5.3 ) • Bradycardia: XALKORI can cause bradycardia. Monitor heart rate and blood pressure regularly. Temporarily suspend, dose reduce, or permanently discontinue XALKORI. ( 2.6 , 5.4 ) • Severe Visual Loss: XALKORI can cause visual changes including severe visual loss. Monitor and evaluate for ocular toxicity throughout treatment. Discontinue XALKORI in patients with severe visual loss. ( 2.2 , 2.6 , 5.5 ) • Gastrointestinal Toxicity in Pediatric and Young Adult Patients with ALCL or Pediatric Patients with IMT: XALKORI can cause severe nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and stomatitis. Provide standard antiemetic and antidiarrheal agents. Temporarily suspend, dose reduce, or permanently discontinue XALKORI. ( 2.6 , 5.6 ) • Embryo-Fetal Toxicity: Can cause fetal harm. Advise females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus and use of effective contraception. ( 5.7 , 8.1 , 8.3 ) 5.1 Hepatotoxicity Drug-induced hepatotoxicity with fatal outcome occurred in 0.1% of the 1719 patients treated with XALKORI for NSCLC across clinical trials [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . Concurrent elevations in ALT or AST ≥3 times the ULN and total bilirubin ≥2 times the ULN, with normal alkaline phosphatase, occurred in 5 times the ULN occurred in 11% and 6% of patients, respectively. One percent (1.0%) of patients required permanent discontinuation due to elevated transaminases. Increased transaminases generally occurred within the first 2 months of treatment. In Study ADVL0912, of 121 patients ages 1 to ≤21 years treated with XALKORI for relapsed or refractory tumors including ALCL and IMT, 71% and 79% had increases of AST and ALT, respectively, with increased ALT or AST >5 times the ULN in 6% each. Of the 26 patients with ALCL treated with XALKORI, 65% and 81% had increases of AST and ALT, respectively, with increases >5 times the ULN in 4% each. Of the 14 pediatric patients with IMT treated with XALKORI, 71% had increases of AST and 71% had increases of ALT. In Study A8081013, of the 7 adult patients with IMT treated with XALKORI, 57% and 43% had increases of AST and ALT, respectively. Monitor liver function tests, including ALT, AST, and total bilirubin, every 2 weeks during the first 2 months of treatment, then once a month, and as clinically indicated, with more frequent repeat testing for increased liver transaminases, alkaline phosphatase, or total bilirubin in patients who develop increased transaminases. Withhold, reduce dose, or permanently discontinue XALKORI for hepatotoxicity as recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2.6) ] . 5.2 Interstitial Lung Disease/Pneumonitis Severe, life-threatening, or fatal interstitial lung disease (ILD)/pneumonitis can occur in patients treated with XALKORI. Across clinical trials in patients with NSCLC (n=1719), 2.9% of XALKORI-treated patients had ILD of any grade, 1% had Grade 3 or 4 ILD, and 0.5% had fatal ILD [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . Interstitial lung disease generally occurred within 3 months after the initiation of XALKORI. In Study ADVL0912, among 121 patients ages 1 to ≤21 years with relapsed or refractory tumors, including ALCL and IMT, ILD occurred in 0.8% of patients. Monitor patients for pulmonary symptoms indicative of ILD/pneumonitis. Exclude other potential causes of ILD/pneumonitis, and permanently discontinue XALKORI in patients diagnosed with drug-related ILD/pneumonitis [see …
Adverse Reactions
openFDA Drug Labeling6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: • Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] • Interstitial Lung Disease/Pneumonitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] • QT Interval Prolongation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] • Bradycardia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] • Severe Visual Loss [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] • Gastrointestinal Toxicity in Pediatric and Young Adult Patients with ALCL or Pediatric Patients with IMT [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] The most common adverse reactions (≥25%) in adult patients with NSCLC are vision disorders, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, edema, constipation, elevated transaminases, fatigue, decreased appetite, upper respiratory infection, dizziness, and neuropathy. ( 6.1 ) The most common adverse reactions (≥35%) in patients with ALCL are diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, vision disorder, headache, musculoskeletal pain, stomatitis, fatigue, decreased appetite, pyrexia, abdominal pain, cough, and pruritus. Grade 3–4 laboratory abnormalities (≥15%) are neutropenia, lymphopenia, and thrombocytopenia. ( 6.1 ) The most common adverse reactions (≥35%) in adult patients with IMT are vision disorders, nausea, and edema. ( 6.1 ) The most common adverse reactions (≥35%) in pediatric patients with IMT are vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, rash, vision disorder, upper respiratory tract infection, cough, pyrexia, musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, edema, constipation, and headache. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Pfizer Inc. at 1-800-438-1985 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in clinical practice. The data in the Warnings and Precautions reflect exposure to XALKORI in 1719 patients with NSCLC who received XALKORI 250 mg twice daily enrolled on Studies 1 (including an additional 109 patients who crossed over from the control arm), 2, 3, a single-arm trial (n=1063) of ALK-positive NSCLC, and an additional ALK-positive NSCLC expansion cohort of a dose finding study (n=154). The data also reflect exposure to XALKORI in 121 patients ages 1 to ≤21 years with relapsed or refractory tumors, including 26 patients with systemic ALCL and 14 pediatric patients with IMT, in a single-arm trial (Study ADVL0912). The data are also described for 7 adult patients with IMT treated with XALKORI in a single-arm trial (Study A8081013). ALK- or ROS1-Positive Metastatic NSCLC The data described below is based primarily on 343 patients with ALK-positive metastatic NSCLC who received XALKORI 250 mg orally twice daily from 2 open-label, randomized, active-controlled trials (Studies 1 and 2). The safety of XALKORI was also evaluated in 50 patients with ROS1-positive metastatic NSCLC from a single-arm study (Study 3). The most common adverse reactions (≥25%) of XALKORI in patients with NSCLC are vision disorders, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, edema, constipation, elevated transaminases, fatigue, decreased appetite, upper respiratory infection, dizziness, and neuropathy. Previously Untreated ALK-Positive Metastatic NSCLC - Study 1 (PROFILE 1014) The data in Table 9 are derived from 340 patients with ALK-positive metastatic NSCLC who had not received previous systemic treatment for advanced disease who received treatment in a randomized, multicenter, open-label, active-controlled trial (Study 1). Patients in the XALKORI arm (n=171) received XALKORI 250 mg orally twice daily until documented disease progression, intolerance to therapy, or the investigator determined that the patient was no longer experiencing clinical benefit. A total of 169 patients in the chemotherapy arm received pemetrexed 500 mg/m 2 with cisp …
Drug Interactions
openFDA Drug Labeling7 DRUG INTERACTIONS • Strong CYP3A Inhibitors: Avoid concomitant use. ( 2.9 , 7.1 ) • Strong CYP3A Inducers: Avoid concomitant use. ( 7.1 ) • CYP3A Substrates: Avoid concomitant use with CYP3A substrates, where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious adverse reactions. ( 7.2 ) 7.1 Effect of Other Drugs on XALKORI Strong or Moderate CYP3A Inhibitors Concomitant use of crizotinib with strong CYP3A inhibitors increases crizotinib plasma concentrations [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] , which may increase the risk of adverse reactions of XALKORI. Avoid concomitant use of strong CYP3A inhibitors. If concomitant use of strong CYP3A inhibitors is unavoidable, reduce the XALKORI dosage [see Dosage and Administration (2.9) ] . Avoid grapefruit or grapefruit juice which may also increase plasma concentrations of crizotinib. Use caution with concomitant use of moderate CYP3A inhibitors. Strong CYP3A Inducers Concomitant use of crizotinib with strong CYP3A inducers decreases crizotinib plasma concentrations [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] , which may decrease the efficacy of XALKORI. Avoid concomitant use of strong CYP3A inducers. 7.2 Effect of XALKORI on Other Drugs CYP3A Substrates Concomitant use of crizotinib increases plasma concentrations of CYP3A substrates [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] , which may increase the risk of adverse reactions of these substrates. Avoid concomitant use of XALKORI with CYP3A substrates where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious adverse reactions. If concomitant use of XALKORI is unavoidable, decrease the CYP3A substrate dosage in accordance with approved product labeling. 7.3 Drugs That Prolong the QT Interval XALKORI can prolong the QT/QTc interval. Avoid concomitant use of XALKORI with drugs that prolong the QT interval [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) , Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) ] . 7.4 Drugs That Cause Bradycardia XALKORI can cause bradycardia. Avoid concomitant use of XALKORI with drugs that cause bradycardia (e.g., beta-blockers, non-dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers, clonidine, and digoxin) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] .
Use in Specific Populations
openFDA Drug Labeling8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Lactation: Advise not to breastfeed. ( 8.2 ) 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on findings from animal studies and its mechanism of action, XALKORI can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) ] . There are no available data on the use of XALKORI in pregnant women. In animal reproduction studies, oral administration of crizotinib to pregnant rats during organogenesis at exposures similar to those expected with the maximum recommended human dose resulted in embryotoxicity and fetotoxicity (see Data ) . Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to a fetus. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2% to 4% and 15% to 20%, respectively. Data Animal Data Crizotinib was administered to pregnant rats and rabbits during organogenesis to study the effects on embryo-fetal development. Postimplantation loss was increased at doses ≥50 mg/kg/day (approximately 0.6 times the recommended human dose based on AUC) in rats. No teratogenic effects were observed in rats at doses up to the maternally toxic dose of 200 mg/kg/day (approximately 2.7 times the recommended human dose based on AUC) or in rabbits at doses of up to 60 mg/kg/day (approximately 1.6 times the recommended human dose based on AUC), though fetal body weights were reduced at these doses. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary There is no information regarding the presence of crizotinib or its metabolites in human milk, or the effects on the breastfed child or on milk production. Because of the potential for adverse reactions in breastfed children, advise women not to breastfeed during treatment with XALKORI and for 45 days after the last dose. 8.3 Females and Males of Reproductive Potential Pregnancy Testing Verify the pregnancy status of females of reproductive potential prior to initiating XALKORI [see Use in Specific Population (8.1) ]. Contraception XALKORI can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1) ] . Females Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with XALKORI and for 45 days after the last dose. Males Because of the potential for genotoxicity, advise male patients with female partners of reproductive potential to use condoms during treatment with XALKORI and for 90 days after the last dose [see Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1) ]. Infertility Based on reproductive organ findings in animals, XALKORI may cause reduced fertility in females and males of reproductive potential. It is not known whether these effects on fertility are reversible [see Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1) ]. 8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of XALKORI have been established in pediatric patients 1 year of age and older with relapsed or refractory, systemic ALK-positive ALCL or with unresectable, recurrent, or refractory ALK-positive IMT [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) , Clinical Studies (14.2 , 14.3) ] . The safety and effectiveness have not been established in pediatric patients younger than 1 year of age with ALCL or with IMT, or in any pediatric patients with NSCLC. In a study that evaluated XALKORI in combination with chemotherapy in pediatric patients with newly diagnosed ALCL (Study ANHL12P1; NCT01979536), 13 of 66 (20%) patients had a Grade 2 or higher thromboembolic event, including pulmonary embolism in 6%. The safety and effectiveness of XALKORI in combination with chemotherapy have not been established in patients with newly diagnosed ALCL. Juvenile Animal Toxicity Data Decreased bone formation in growing long bones was observed in immature rats at 150 mg/kg/day following once daily dosing for 28 days (approximately 5.4 times the recommended human dose based on AUC). Other toxicities of potential concern to pediatric patients have not been evaluated in juvenile animals. 8.5 Geriatric Use Of the total number of patients wi …
Mechanism of Action
openFDA Drug Labeling12.1 Mechanism of Action Crizotinib is an inhibitor of receptor tyrosine kinases including ALK, Hepatocyte Growth Factor Receptor (HGFR, c-Met), ROS1 (c-ros), and Recepteur d'Origine Nantais (RON). Translocations can affect the ALK gene resulting in the expression of oncogenic fusion proteins. The formation of ALK fusion proteins results in activation and dysregulation of the gene's expression and signaling which can contribute to increased cell proliferation and survival in tumors expressing these proteins. Crizotinib demonstrated concentration-dependent inhibition of ALK, ROS1, and c-Met phosphorylation in cell-based assays using tumor cell lines and demonstrated antitumor activity in mice bearing tumor xenografts that expressed echinoderm microtubule-associated protein-like 4 (EML4)- or nucleophosmin (NPM)-ALK fusion proteins or c-Met. In vitro, crizotinib induced apoptosis and inhibited proliferation and ALK-mediated signaling in ALCL-derived cell lines (containing NPM-ALK) at clinically achievable exposures. In vivo data obtained in an ALCL-derived mouse model showed complete regression of the tumor at a dose of 100 mg/kg once daily.
Description
openFDA Drug Labeling11 DESCRIPTION Crizotinib is a kinase inhibitor. The molecular formula for crizotinib is C 21 H 22 Cl 2 FN 5 O and the molecular weight is 450.34 daltons. Crizotinib is described chemically as ( R )-3-[1-(2,6-Dichloro-3-fluorophenyl)ethoxy]-5-[1-(piperidin-4-yl)-1 H -pyrazol-4-yl]pyridin-2-amine. The chemical structure of crizotinib is shown below: Crizotinib is a white to pale-yellow powder with a pKa of 9.4 (piperidinium cation) and 5.6 (pyridinium cation). The solubility of crizotinib in aqueous media decreases over the range pH 1.6 to pH 8.2 from greater than 10 mg/mL to less than 0.1 mg/mL. The log of the distribution coefficient (octanol/water) at pH 7.4 is 1.65. Capsules: XALKORI (crizotinib) capsules for oral administration are supplied as printed hard-shell capsules containing 250 mg or 200 mg of crizotinib together with colloidal silicon dioxide, microcrystalline cellulose, anhydrous dibasic calcium phosphate, sodium starch glycolate, magnesium stearate, and hard gelatin capsule shells as inactive ingredients. The pink opaque capsule shell components contain gelatin, titanium dioxide, and red iron oxide. The white opaque capsule shell components contain gelatin and titanium dioxide. The printing ink contains shellac, propylene glycol, strong ammonia solution, potassium hydroxide, and black iron oxide. Oral Pellets: XALKORI (crizotinib) oral pellets for oral administration are supplied as 20 mg, 50 mg, 150 mg of crizotinib contained in hard gelatin capsules. The inactive ingredients in the uncoated pellets are poloxamer and stearyl alcohol. The film-coating consists of hypromellose, glyceryl monostearate, medium chain triglycerides, polyethylene glycol/macrogol, sucrose, and talc. Chemical Structure
How Supplied / Storage and Handling
openFDA Drug Labeling16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING Capsules: • 200 mg capsules Hard gelatin capsule with pink opaque cap and white opaque body, printed with black ink "Pfizer" on the cap, "CRZ 200" on the body; available in: Bottles of 60 capsules: NDC 0069-8141-20 • 250 mg capsules Hard gelatin capsule with pink opaque cap and body, printed with black ink "Pfizer" on the cap, "CRZ 250" on the body; available in: Bottles of 60 capsules: NDC 0069-8140-20 Store at room temperature 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); excursions permitted between 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Oral Pellets: • 20 mg oral pellets Hard gelatin capsule, size 4, light blue opaque cap and white opaque body, printed with black ink “Pfizer” on the cap, “CRZ 20” on the body; available in: Bottles of 60 capsules: NDC 0069-0251-60 • 50 mg oral pellets Hard gelatin capsule, size 3, gray opaque cap and light gray opaque body, printed with black ink “Pfizer” on the cap, “CRZ 50” on the body; available in: Bottles of 60 capsules: NDC 0069-0507-60 • 150 mg oral pellets Hard gelatin capsule, size 0, light blue opaque cap and body, printed with black ink “Pfizer” on the cap, “CRZ 150” on the body; available in: Bottles of 60 capsules: NDC 0069-1500-60 Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); excursions permitted between 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].
Adverse event reports
Source: openFDA FAERSAttributed to this product's most-reported active ingredient: CRIZOTINIB. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0069-8140-20 | 0069-8140 | Pfizer Laboratories Div Pfizer Inc | 60 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (0069-8140-20) | August 26, 2011 |
| 0069-8141-20 | 0069-8141 | Pfizer Laboratories Div Pfizer Inc | 60 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (0069-8141-20) | August 26, 2011 |
| 0069-8140 | 0069-8140 | Pfizer Laboratories Div Pfizer Inc | — | August 26, 2011 |
| 0069-8141 | 0069-8141 | Pfizer Laboratories Div Pfizer Inc | — | August 26, 2011 |
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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