Enhertu
fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki · Injection, Powder, Lyophilized, For Solution · Intravenous
Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ENHERTU is a HER2-directed antibody and topoisomerase inhibitor conjugate indicated for: HER2-Positive Early Breast Cancer as neoadjuvant treatment of adult patients with HER2-positive (IHC 3+ or ISH+) Stage II or III breast cancer, as determined by an FDA-authorized test followed by a taxane, trastuzumab, and pertuzumab (THP). ( 1.1 ) as adjuvant treatment of adult patients with HER2-positive (IHC 3+ or ISH+) breast cancer who have residual invasive disease following neoadjuvant trastuzumab (with or without pertuzumab) and taxane-based treatment. ( 1.1 ) HER2-Positive Metastatic Breast Cancer in combination with pertuzumab as first-line treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic HER2-positive (IHC 3+ or ISH+) breast cancer, as determined by an FDA-authorized test. ( 1.2 ) as monotherapy for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic HER2-positive (IHC 3+ or ISH+) breast cancer who have received a prior anti-HER2-based regimen either in the metastatic setting, or, in the neoadjuvant or adjuvant setting and have developed disease recurrence during or within six months of completing therapy. ( 1.2 ) HER2-Low and HER2-Ultralow Metastatic Breast Cancer as monotherapy for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic hormone receptor (HR)-positive, HER2-low (IHC 1+ or IHC 2+/ISH-) or HER2-ultralow (IHC 0 with membrane staining) breast cancer, as determined by an FDA-authorized test, that has progressed on one or more endocrine therapies in the metastatic setting. ( 1.3 ) as monotherapy for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic HER2-low (IHC 1+ or IHC 2+/ISH-) breast cancer, as determined by an FDA-authorized test, who have received a prior chemotherapy in the metastatic setting; or developed disease recurrence during or within 6 months of completing adjuvant chemotherapy. ( 1.3 ) HER2-Mutant Unresectable or Metastatic Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer as monotherapy for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose tumors have activating HER2 (ERBB2) mutations, as detected by an FDA-authorized test, and who have received a prior systemic therapy* ( 1.4 ) HER2-Positive Locally Advanced or Metastatic Gastric Cancer as monotherapy for the treatment of adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic HER2-positive (IHC 3+ or IHC 2+/ISH positive) gastric or gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma who have received a prior trastuzumab-based regimen. ( 1.5 ) HER2-Positive (IHC 3+) Unresectable or Metastatic Solid Tumors as monotherapy for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic HER2-positive (IHC 3+) solid tumors who have received prior systemic treatment and have no satisfactory alternative treatment options* ( 1.6 ) * These indications are approved under accelerated approval based on objective response rate and duration of response. Continued approval for this indication may be contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in a confirmatory trial. ( 14.3 , 14.5 ) 1.1 HER2-Positive Early Breast Cancer ENHERTU followed by a taxane, trastuzumab, and pertuzumab (THP) is indicated for the neoadjuvant treatment of adult patients with HER2-positive (IHC 3+ or ISH+) Stage II or III breast cancer as determined by an FDA-authorized test [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ]. ENHERTU is indicated for the adjuvant treatment of adult patients with HER2-positive (IHC 3+ or ISH+) breast cancer who have residual invasive disease following neoadjuvant trastuzumab (with or without pertuzumab) and taxane-based treatment. 1.2 HER2-Positive Metastatic Breast Cancer ENHERTU, in combination with pertuzumab, is indicated for the first-line treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic HER2-positive (IHC 3+ or ISH+) breast cancer, as determined by an FDA-authorized test [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ]. ENHERTU, as monotherapy, is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic HER2-positive (IHC 3+ or ISH+) breast cancer who have received a prior anti-HER2-based regimen either in the metastatic setting, or, in the neoadjuvant or adjuvant setting and have developed disease recurrence during or within six months of completing therapy. 1.3 HER2-Low and HER2-Ultralow Metastatic Breast Cancer ENHERTU, as monotherapy, is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic Hormone receptor (HR)-positive HER2-low (IHC 1+ or IHC 2+/ISH-) or HER2-ultralow (IHC 0 with membrane staining) breast cancer, as determined by an FDA-authorized test, that has progressed on one or more endocrine therapies in the metastatic setting [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ] . HER2-low (IHC 1+ or IHC 2+/ISH-) breast cancer, as determined by an FDA-authorized test, who have received a prior chemotherapy in the metastatic setting or developed disease recurrence during or within 6 months of completing adjuvant chemotherapy [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ] . 1.4 HER2-Mutant Unresectable or Metastatic Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer ENHERTU, as monotherapy, is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose tumors have activating HER2 (ERBB2) mutations, as detected by an FDA-authorized test, and who have received a prior systemic therapy. This indication is approved under accelerated approval based on objective response rate and duration of response [see Clinical Studies (14.4) ] . Continued approval for this indication may be contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in a confirmatory trial.
Dosage and administration
Do not substitute ENHERTU for or with trastuzumab or ado-trastuzumab emtansine. ( 2.2 , 2.4 ) For intravenous infusion only . Do not administer as an intravenous push or bolus. DO NOT use Sodium Chloride Injection, USP. ( 2.4 ) Premedicate for prevention of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting. ( 2.2 ) HER2-Positive Early Breast Cancer Neoadjuvant: ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg every 3 weeks for 4 cycles, followed by THP regimen for 4 cycles. ( 2.2 , 2.3 ) Post Neoadjuvant: ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg every 3 weeks for 14 cycles unless disease recurrence or unacceptable toxicity. ( 2.2 , 2.3 ) HER2-Positive, HER2-Low, or HER2-Ultralow Breast Cancer, HER2-Mutant NSCLC, and HER2-Positive (IHC 3+) Solid Tumors: ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg every 3 weeks until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. ( 2.2 , 2.3 ) HER2-Positive First-line Metastatic Breast Cancer: ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg every 3 weeks in combination with pertuzumab until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. Cycle 1, Day 1: ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg followed by pertuzumab 840 mg. ( 2.2 , 2.3 ) Subsequent cycles, Day 1: ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg followed by pertuzumab 420 mg. ( 2.2 , 2.3 ) HER2-Positive Gastric Cancer: 6.4 mg/kg every 3 weeks until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. ( 2.2 , 2.3 ) Management of adverse reactions (ILD, neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, or left ventricular dysfunction) may require temporary interruption, dose reduction, or discontinuation of ENHERTU. ( 2.3 ) 2.1 Patient Selection HER2-Positive Early Breast Cancer Select patients for the treatment of HER2-positive early breast cancer with ENHERTU based on HER2-positive (IHC 3+ or ISH+) status [see Clinical Studies (14.1) ]. HER2-Positive Metastatic Breast Cancer Select patients for treatment of unresectable or metastatic HER2-positive breast cancer with ENHERTU in combination with pertuzumab based on confirmed HER2-positive status or HER2 gene amplification (IHC 3+ or ISH+) [see Clinical Studies (14.2) ] . HER2-Low or HER2-Ultralow Unresectable or Metastatic Breast Cancer Select patients for treatment of unresectable or metastatic HER2-low (IHC 1+ or IHC 2+/ISH-) or HER2-ultralow (IHC 0 with membrane staining) breast cancer with ENHERTU based on HER2 expression [see Clinical Studies (14.3) ] . HER2-Mutant Unresectable or Metastatic NSCLC Select patients for the treatment of unresectable or metastatic HER2-mutant NSCLC with ENHERTU based on the presence of activating HER2 (ERBB2) mutations in tumor or plasma specimens [see Clinical Studies (14.4) ] . If no mutation is detected in a plasma specimen, test tumor tissue. HER2-Positive Locally Advanced or Metastatic Gastric Cancer Select patients with locally advanced or metastatic HER2-positive gastric cancer based on HER2 protein overexpression or HER2 gene amplification (IHC 3+ or IHC 2+/ISH+). Reassess HER2 status if it is feasible to obtain a new tumor specimen after prior trastuzumab-based therapy and before treatment with ENHERTU. HER2-Positive (IHC 3+) Unresectable or Metastatic Solid Tumors Select patients for treatment of unresectable or metastatic solid tumors with ENHERTU based on HER2-positive (IHC 3+) specimens [see Clinical Studies (14.6) ] . An FDA-authorized test for the detection of HER2-positive (IHC 3+) solid tumors for treatment with ENHERTU is not currently available. Additional Patient Selection Information Information on FDA-authorized tests for the detection of HER2 protein expression, HER2 gene amplification, and activating HER2 mutations is available at: http://www.fda.gov/CompanionDiagnostics. 2.2 Recommended Dosage Do not substitute ENHERTU for or with trastuzumab or ado-trastuzumab emtansine. Slow or interrupt the infusion rate if the patient develops infusion-related symptoms. Permanently discontinue ENHERTU in case of severe infusion reactions. Premedication ENHERTU is highly emetogenic [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] , which includes delayed nausea and/or vomiting. Administer prophylactic antiemetic medications per local institutional guidelines for prevention of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting. The recommended dosages for ENHERTU as monotherapy and ENHERTU in combination with pertuzumab are presented in Table 1. Administer ENHERTU as an intravenous infusion [see Dosage and Administration (2.4) ]. Table 1: Recommended Dosage Indication Recommended ENHERTU Dosage Duration of Therapy As Monotherapy HER2-Positive Early Breast Cancer – Post Neoadjuvant Treatment ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg every 3 weeks 14 cycles unless disease recurrence or unacceptable toxicity HER2-Positive, HER2-Low, or HER2-Ultralow Metastatic Breast Cancer, HER2-Mutant Unresectable or Metastatic NSCLC, and HER2-Positive (IHC 3+) Unresectable or Metastatic Solid Tumors as monotherapy ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg every 3 weeks Until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity HER2-Positive Locally Advanced or Metastatic Gastric Cancer as monotherapy ENHERTU 6.4 mg/kg every 3 weeks Until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity In Combination HER2-Positive Metastatic Breast Cancer in combination with pertuzumab Cycle 1, Day 1: ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg, followed by pertuzumab 840 mg Administer pertuzumab 30 minutes after ENHERTU. Subsequent cycles, Day 1: ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg, followed by pertuzumab 420 mg every 3 weeks Until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity In Sequence HER2-Positive Early Breast Cancer followed by THP ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg every 3 weeks for 4 cycles, followed by THP regimen THP regimen: a taxane concurrent with trastuzumab (6 mg/kg every 3 weeks) and pertuzumab (an initial dose of 840 mg followed by 420 mg every 3 weeks) for 4 cycles 4 cycles of ENHERTU followed by 4 cycles of THP. 2.3 Dosage Modifications for Adverse Reactions Management of adverse reactions may require temporary interruption, dose reduction, or treatment discontinuation of ENHERTU as described in Tables 2 and 3. Refer to the Prescribing Information for pertuzumab for dose modification recommendations. Pertuzumab is not to be administered as a single agent.
Dosage forms and strengths
For injection: 100 mg of fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki as a white to yellowish white lyophilized powder in a single-dose vial for reconstitution and further dilution For injection: 100 mg lyophilized powder in a single-dose vial ( 3 )
Contraindications
None . None. ( 4 )
Warnings and precautions
Neutropenia: Monitor complete blood counts prior to initiation of ENHERTU and prior to each dose, and as clinically indicated. Manage through treatment interruption or dose reduction. ( 2.3 , 5.2 ) Left Ventricular Dysfunction (LVD): Assess left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) prior to initiation of ENHERTU and at regular intervals during treatment as clinically indicated. Manage through treatment interruption or discontinuation. Permanently discontinue ENHERTU in patients with symptomatic congestive heart failure (CHF). ( 2.3 , 5.3 ) 5.1 Interstitial Lung Disease/Pneumonitis Severe, life-threatening, or fatal interstitial lung disease (ILD), including pneumonitis, can occur in patients treated with ENHERTU [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . A higher incidence of Grade 1 and 2 ILD/pneumonitis has been observed in patients with moderate renal impairment. Advise patients to immediately report cough, dyspnea, fever, and/or any new or worsening respiratory symptoms. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of ILD. Promptly investigate evidence of ILD. Evaluate patients with suspected ILD by radiographic imaging. Consider consultation with a pulmonologist. For asymptomatic (Grade 1) ILD, consider corticosteroid treatment (e.g., ≥0.5 mg/kg/day prednisolone or equivalent). Withhold ENHERTU until recovery [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) ] . In cases of symptomatic ILD (Grade 2 or greater), promptly initiate systemic corticosteroid treatment (e.g., ≥1 mg/kg/day prednisolone or equivalent) and continue for at least 14 days followed by gradual taper for at least 4 weeks. Permanently discontinue ENHERTU in patients who are diagnosed with symptomatic (Grade 2 or greater) ILD [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) ] . HER2-Positive, HER2-Low, and HER2-Ultralow Breast Cancer, HER2-Mutant NSCLC, and Solid Tumors (Including IHC 3+) (5.4 mg/kg) ENHERTU as Monotherapy In patients treated with ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg, ILD occurred in 12% of patients. Median time to first onset was 5.5 months (range: 0.9 to 31.5). Fatal outcomes due to ILD and/or pneumonitis occurred in 0.9% of patients treated with ENHERTU. ENHERTU in Combination with Pertuzumab In patients treated with ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg in combination with pertuzumab (N=431), ILD occurred in 12% of patients. Median time to first onset was 8.0 months (range: 0.6 to 33.8). Fatal outcomes due to ILD and/or pneumonitis occurred in 0.5% of patients treated with ENHERTU in combination with pertuzumab. ENHERTU followed by THP In patients treated with ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg followed by THP in DESTINY-Breast11, ILD occurred in 4.4% of patients. Median time to first onset was 2.7 months (range: 1.1 to 6.0). Fatal outcomes due to ILD and/or pneumonitis occurred in one patient (0.3%) treated with ENHERTU followed by THP. HER2-Positive Locally Advanced or Metastatic Gastric Cancer (6.4 mg/kg) In patients with locally advanced or metastatic HER2-positive gastric or GEJ adenocarcinoma treated with ENHERTU 6.4 mg/kg, ILD occurred in 10% of patients. Median time to first onset was 2.8 months (range: 1.2 to 21). 5.2 Neutropenia Severe neutropenia, including febrile neutropenia, can occur in patients treated with ENHERTU. Monitor complete blood counts prior to initiation of ENHERTU and prior to each dose, and as clinically indicated. Based on the severity of neutropenia, ENHERTU may require dose interruption or reduction [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) ] . HER2-Positive, HER2-Low, and HER2-Ultralow Breast Cancer, HER2-Mutant NSCLC, and Solid Tumors (Including IHC 3+) (5.4 mg/kg) ENHERTU as Monotherapy In patients treated with ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg, a decrease in neutrophil count was reported in 65% of patients. Nineteen percent had Grade 3 or 4 decreased neutrophil count. Median time to first onset of decreased neutrophil count was 22 days (range: 2 to 939). Febrile neutropenia was reported in 1% of patients. ENHERTU in Combination with Pertuzumab In patients treated with ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg in combination with pertuzumab (N=431), decreased neutrophil count occurred in 79% of patients. Median time to first onset was 22 days (range: 5 to 994). Twenty-nine percent had Grades 3 or 4 decreased neutrophil count. Febrile neutropenia was reported in 2.6% of patients. ENHERTU followed by THP In patients treated with ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg followed by THP in DESTINY-Breast11, a decrease in neutrophil count was reported in 58% of patients. Seventeen percent had Grade 3 or 4 decreased neutrophil count. Median time to first onset of decreased neutrophil count was 42 days (range: 11 to 165). Febrile neutropenia was reported in 0.9% of patients. HER2-Positive Locally Advanced or Metastatic Gastric Cancer (6.4 mg/kg) In patients with locally advanced or metastatic HER2-positive gastric or GEJ adenocarcinoma treated with ENHERTU 6.4 mg/kg, a decrease in neutrophil count was reported in 72% of patients. Fifty-one percent had Grade 3 or 4 decreased neutrophil count. Median time to first onset of decreased neutrophil count was 16 days (range: 4 to 187). Febrile neutropenia was reported in 4.8% of patients. 5.3 Left Ventricular Dysfunction Patients treated with ENHERTU may be at increased risk of developing left ventricular dysfunction. Left ventricular dysfunction (LVD) has been observed with anti-HER2 therapies, including ENHERTU. Assess LVEF prior to initiation of ENHERTU and at regular intervals during treatment as clinically indicated. Manage LVD through treatment interruption. Permanently discontinue ENHERTU if LVEF of less than 40% or absolute decrease from baseline of greater than 20% is confirmed. Permanently discontinue ENHERTU in patients with symptomatic congestive heart failure (CHF) [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) ] . Treatment with ENHERTU has not been studied in patients with a history of clinically significant cardiac disease or LVEF less than 50% prior to initiation of treatment.
Side effects
The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Interstitial Lung Disease/Pneumonitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Neutropenia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Left Ventricular Dysfunction [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] The most common adverse reactions (≥20%), including laboratory abnormalities, in patients with: HER2-Positive, HER2-Low, and HER2-Ultralow Breast Cancer, HER2-Mutant NSCLC, and HER2-Positive (including IHC 3+) Solid Tumors are decreased white blood cell count, nausea, decreased hemoglobin, decreased neutrophil count, decreased lymphocyte count, fatigue, decreased platelet count, increased aspartate aminotransferase, increased alanine aminotransferase, increased blood alkaline phosphatase, vomiting, alopecia, constipation, decreased blood potassium, decreased appetite, diarrhea, and musculoskeletal pain. ( 6.1 ) HER2-Positive Early Breast Cancer are decreased hemoglobin, increased alanine aminotransferase, increased aspartate aminotransferase, decreased white blood cell count, nausea, peripheral neuropathy, diarrhea, decreased neutrophil count, alopecia, fatigue, decreased lymphocyte count, rash, musculoskeletal pain, decreased blood potassium, constipation, vomiting, stomatitis, and decreased appetite. ( 6.1 ) HER2-Positive Metastatic Breast Cancer in Combination with Pertuzumab are decreased white blood cell count, decreased hemoglobin, decreased neutrophil count, nausea, increased alanine aminotransferase, diarrhea, increased aspartate aminotransferase, decreased lymphocyte count, decreased platelet count, increased blood alkaline phosphatase, decreased blood potassium, fatigue, alopecia, vomiting, upper respiratory tract infection, constipation, decreased appetite, decreased weight, COVID-19, musculoskeletal pain, increased blood bilirubin, and abdominal pain. ( 6.1 ) HER2-Positive Gastric Cancer are decreased hemoglobin, decreased white blood cell count, decreased neutrophil count, decreased lymphocyte count, decreased platelet count, nausea, decreased appetite, increased aspartate aminotransferase, fatigue, increased blood alkaline phosphatase, increased alanine aminotransferase, diarrhea, decreased blood potassium, vomiting, constipation, increased blood bilirubin, pyrexia, and alopecia. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. at 1-877-437-7763 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. HER2-Positive, HER2-Low, and HER2-Ultralow Breast Cancer, HER2-Mutant NSCLC, and Solid Tumors (Including IHC 3+) (5.4 mg/kg) ENHERTU as Monotherapy The pooled safety population described in WARNINGS and PRECAUTIONS reflects exposure to ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg intravenously every 3 weeks in 2233 patients in Study DS8201-A-J101 (NCT02564900), DESTINY-Breast01, DESTINY-Breast02, DESTINY-Breast03, DESTINY-Breast04, DESTINY-Breast06, DESTINY-Lung01, DESTINY-Lung02, DESTINY-CRC02, and DESTINY-PanTumor02. Among these patients, 67% were exposed for greater than 6 months and 39% were exposed for greater than 12 months. In this pooled safety population, the most common (≥20%) adverse reactions (including laboratory abnormalities) were decreased white blood cell count (73%), nausea (72%), decreased hemoglobin (67%), decreased neutrophil count (65%), decreased lymphocyte count (60%), fatigue (55%), decreased platelet count (48%), increased aspartate aminotransferase (46%), increased alanine aminotransferase (43%), increased blood alkaline phosphatase (39%), vomiting (38%), alopecia (37%), constipation (32%), decreased blood potassium (32%), decreased appetite (31%), diarrhea (30%), and musculoskeletal pain (24%). ENHERTU in Combination with Pertuzumab The pooled safety population described in WARNINGS and PRECAUTIONS reflects exposure to ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg in combination with pertuzumab intravenously every 3 weeks in 431 patients in DESTINY-Breast07 (n=50), and DESTINY-Breast09 (n=381). Among these patients, 86% were exposed for greater than 6 months and 73% were exposed for greater than 12 months. In this pooled safety population, the most common (≥20%) adverse reactions (including laboratory abnormalities) were decreased white blood cell count (86%), decreased hemoglobin (80%), decreased neutrophil count (79%), nausea (74%), increased alanine aminotransferase (65%), diarrhea (64%), increased aspartate aminotransferase (63%), decreased lymphocyte count (61%), decreased platelet count (55%), increased blood alkaline phosphatase (54%), decreased blood potassium (54%), fatigue (53%), alopecia (48%), vomiting (46%), upper respiratory tract infection (32%), constipation (31%), decreased appetite (31%), decreased weight (28%), musculoskeletal pain (23%), increased blood bilirubin (23%), and abdominal pain (22%). ENHERTU followed by THP The data described in the WARNINGS and PRECAUTIONS reflect exposure to ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg intravenously every 3 weeks for four cycles followed by THP for four cycles in 320 patients in Study DESTINY-Breast11. HER2-Positive Locally Advanced or Metastatic Gastric Cancer (6.4 mg/kg) The data described in WARNINGS and PRECAUTIONS reflect exposure to ENHERTU 6.4 mg/kg intravenously every 3 weeks in 125 patients in DESTINY-Gastric01. HER2-Positive Early Breast Cancer DESTINY-Breast11 The safety of ENHERTU followed by THP was evaluated in 320 patients with HER2-positive (IHC 3+ or ISH+) early breast cancer who received at least one dose of ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg followed by THP in DESTINY-Breast11 [see Clinical Studies (14.1) ] . ENHERTU was administered by intravenous infusion once every three weeks for four cycles followed by THP for four cycles.
Use in specific populations
Lactation: Advise not to breastfeed. (8.2) Females and Males of Reproductive Potential: Verify pregnancy status of females prior to initiation of ENHERTU. ( 8.3 ) 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on its mechanism of action, ENHERTU can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. There are no available data on the use of ENHERTU in pregnant women. In postmarketing reports, use of a HER2-directed antibody during pregnancy resulted in cases of oligohydramnios manifesting as fatal pulmonary hypoplasia, skeletal abnormalities, and neonatal death ( see Data ). Based on its mechanism of action, the topoisomerase inhibitor component of ENHERTU, DXd, can also cause embryo-fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman because it is genotoxic and targets actively dividing cells [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) , Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1) ] . Advise patients of the potential risks to a fetus. There are clinical considerations if ENHERTU is used in pregnant women, or if a patient becomes pregnant within 7 months after the last dose of ENHERTU ( see Clinical Considerations ). 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. Clinical Considerations Fetal/Neonatal Adverse Reactions Monitor women who received ENHERTU during pregnancy or within 7 months prior to conception for oligohydramnios. If oligohydramnios occurs, perform fetal testing that is appropriate for gestational age and consistent with community standards of care. Data Human Data There are no available data on the use of ENHERTU in pregnant women. In postmarketing reports in pregnant women receiving a HER2-directed antibody, cases of oligohydramnios manifesting as fatal pulmonary hypoplasia, skeletal abnormalities, and neonatal death have been reported. These case reports described oligohydramnios in pregnant women who received a HER2-directed antibody either alone or in combination with chemotherapy. In some case reports, amniotic fluid index increased after use of a HER2-directed antibody was stopped. Animal Data There were no animal reproductive or developmental toxicity studies conducted with fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary There is no data regarding the presence of fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki in human milk, the effects on the breastfed child, or the effects on milk production. Because of the potential for serious adverse reactions in a breastfed child, advise women not to breastfeed during treatment with ENHERTU and for 7 months after the last dose. 8.3 Females and Males of Reproductive Potential Pregnancy Testing Verify pregnancy status of females of reproductive potential prior to initiation of ENHERTU. Contraception Females ENHERTU can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1) ] . Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with ENHERTU and for 7 months after the last dose. Males Because of the potential for genotoxicity, advise male patients with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with ENHERTU and for 4 months after the last dose [see Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1) ] . Infertility Based on findings in animal toxicity studies, ENHERTU may impair male reproductive function and fertility [see Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1) ] . 8.4 Pediatric Use Safety and effectiveness of ENHERTU have not been established in pediatric patients. Animal Data Juvenile animal studies have not been conducted with fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki. In a six-week repeat-dose toxicity study in rats, intravenous administration of fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki resulted in incisor tooth toxicity including single cell necrosis in the base area (e.g., ameloblasts, odontoblasts) and degeneration of the enamel at ≥60 mg/kg (approximately ≥9 times the human recommended dose of 5.4 mg/kg based on AUC), abnormal formation or hypoplasia of the dentin, hemorrhage in the sub-enamel organ tissue, and focal lack of the cementum at 197 mg/kg (approximately 19 times the human recommended dose of 5.4 mg/kg based on AUC). Degeneration of the enamel organ, abnormal dentin formation, hemorrhage in the sub-enamel organ tissue, focal lack of the cementum, and root fracture were observed at 197 mg/kg following a 9-week recovery period. 8.5 Geriatric Use ENHERTU as Monotherapy Of the 2233 patients treated with ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg, 28% were 65 years or older and 6% were 75 years or older. No overall differences in efficacy within clinical studies were observed between patients ≥65 years of age compared to younger patients. There was a higher incidence of Grade 3-4 adverse reactions observed in patients aged 65 years or older (56%) as compared to younger patients (49%). Of the 125 patients with HER2-positive locally advanced or metastatic gastric or GEJ adenocarcinoma treated with ENHERTU 6.4 mg/kg in DESTINY-Gastric01, 56% were 65 years or older and 14% were 75 years or older. No overall differences in efficacy or safety were observed between patients ≥65 years of age compared to younger patients. ENHERTU in Combination with Pertuzumab In patients with HER2-positive unresectable or metastatic breast cancer treated with ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg in combination with pertuzumab (N=431), 17% were 65 years or older and 3% were 75 years or older. No overall differences in efficacy or safety were observed between patients ≥65 years of age compared to younger patients. ENHERTU followed by THP Of the 320 patients with HER2-positive early breast cancer treated with ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg followed by THP, 12% were 65 years or older and 1.6% were 75 years or older.
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on its mechanism of action, ENHERTU can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. There are no available data on the use of ENHERTU in pregnant women. In postmarketing reports, use of a HER2-directed antibody during pregnancy resulted in cases of oligohydramnios manifesting as fatal pulmonary hypoplasia, skeletal abnormalities, and neonatal death ( see Data ). Based on its mechanism of action, the topoisomerase inhibitor component of ENHERTU, DXd, can also cause embryo-fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman because it is genotoxic and targets actively dividing cells [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) , Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1) ] . Advise patients of the potential risks to a fetus. There are clinical considerations if ENHERTU is used in pregnant women, or if a patient becomes pregnant within 7 months after the last dose of ENHERTU ( see Clinical Considerations ). 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. Clinical Considerations Fetal/Neonatal Adverse Reactions Monitor women who received ENHERTU during pregnancy or within 7 months prior to conception for oligohydramnios. If oligohydramnios occurs, perform fetal testing that is appropriate for gestational age and consistent with community standards of care. Data Human Data There are no available data on the use of ENHERTU in pregnant women. In postmarketing reports in pregnant women receiving a HER2-directed antibody, cases of oligohydramnios manifesting as fatal pulmonary hypoplasia, skeletal abnormalities, and neonatal death have been reported. These case reports described oligohydramnios in pregnant women who received a HER2-directed antibody either alone or in combination with chemotherapy. In some case reports, amniotic fluid index increased after use of a HER2-directed antibody was stopped. Animal Data There were no animal reproductive or developmental toxicity studies conducted with fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki.
Pediatric use
8.4 Pediatric Use Safety and effectiveness of ENHERTU have not been established in pediatric patients. Animal Data Juvenile animal studies have not been conducted with fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki. In a six-week repeat-dose toxicity study in rats, intravenous administration of fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki resulted in incisor tooth toxicity including single cell necrosis in the base area (e.g., ameloblasts, odontoblasts) and degeneration of the enamel at ≥60 mg/kg (approximately ≥9 times the human recommended dose of 5.4 mg/kg based on AUC), abnormal formation or hypoplasia of the dentin, hemorrhage in the sub-enamel organ tissue, and focal lack of the cementum at 197 mg/kg (approximately 19 times the human recommended dose of 5.4 mg/kg based on AUC). Degeneration of the enamel organ, abnormal dentin formation, hemorrhage in the sub-enamel organ tissue, focal lack of the cementum, and root fracture were observed at 197 mg/kg following a 9-week recovery period.
Geriatric use
8.5 Geriatric Use ENHERTU as Monotherapy Of the 2233 patients treated with ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg, 28% were 65 years or older and 6% were 75 years or older. No overall differences in efficacy within clinical studies were observed between patients ≥65 years of age compared to younger patients. There was a higher incidence of Grade 3-4 adverse reactions observed in patients aged 65 years or older (56%) as compared to younger patients (49%). Of the 125 patients with HER2-positive locally advanced or metastatic gastric or GEJ adenocarcinoma treated with ENHERTU 6.4 mg/kg in DESTINY-Gastric01, 56% were 65 years or older and 14% were 75 years or older. No overall differences in efficacy or safety were observed between patients ≥65 years of age compared to younger patients. ENHERTU in Combination with Pertuzumab In patients with HER2-positive unresectable or metastatic breast cancer treated with ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg in combination with pertuzumab (N=431), 17% were 65 years or older and 3% were 75 years or older. No overall differences in efficacy or safety were observed between patients ≥65 years of age compared to younger patients. ENHERTU followed by THP Of the 320 patients with HER2-positive early breast cancer treated with ENHERTU 5.4 mg/kg followed by THP, 12% were 65 years or older and 1.6% were 75 years or older. No overall difference in efficacy was observed between patients ≥65 years of age compared to younger patients. There was a higher incidence of Grade 3-4 adverse reactions observed in patients aged 65 years or older (38%) as compared to younger patients (30%).
Description
Fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki is a HER2-directed antibody and topoisomerase inhibitor conjugate. Fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki is an antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) composed of three components: 1) a humanized anti-HER2 IgG1 monoclonal antibody (mAb), covalently linked to 2) a topoisomerase I inhibitor, via 3) a tetrapeptide-based cleavable linker. Deruxtecan is composed of a protease-cleavable maleimide tetrapeptide linker and the topoisomerase inhibitor, DXd, which is an exatecan derivative. The antibody is produced in Chinese hamster ovary cells by recombinant DNA technology, and the topoisomerase inhibitor and linker are produced by chemical synthesis. Approximately 8 molecules of deruxtecan are attached to each antibody molecule. Fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki has the following structure: ENHERTU (fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki) is a sterile, white to yellowish white, preservative-free lyophilized powder in single-dose vials. Each vial delivers 100 mg of fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki, L-histidine (4.45 mg), L-histidine hydrochloride monohydrate (20.2 mg), polysorbate 80 (1.5 mg), and sucrose (450 mg). Following reconstitution with 5 mL of Sterile Water for Injection, USP, the resulting concentration of fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki is 20 mg/mL with a pH of 5.5. The resulting solution is administered by intravenous infusion following dilution. Chemical Structure
Mechanism of action
12.1 Mechanism of Action Fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki is a HER2-directed antibody-drug conjugate. The antibody is a humanized anti-HER2 IgG1. The small molecule, DXd, is a topoisomerase I inhibitor attached to the antibody by a cleavable linker. Following binding to HER2 on tumor cells, fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki undergoes internalization and intracellular linker cleavage by lysosomal enzymes. Upon release, the membrane-permeable DXd causes DNA damage and apoptotic cell death.
How supplied
How Supplied/Storage ENHERTU (fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki) for injection is a white to yellowish white lyophilized powder supplied as: Carton Contents NDC One 100 mg single-dose vial NDC 65597-406-01 Store vials in a refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) in the original carton to protect from light until time of reconstitution. Do not freeze. Do not shake the reconstituted or diluted solution [see Dosage and Administration (2.4) ] . Special Handling ENHERTU (fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki) is a hazardous drug. Follow applicable special handling and disposal procedures. 1
Storage
Store vials in a refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) in the original carton to protect from light until time of reconstitution. Do not freeze. Do not shake the reconstituted or diluted solution [see Dosage and Administration (2.4) ] . Special Handling ENHERTU (fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki) is a hazardous drug. Follow applicable special handling and disposal procedures. 1
Patient information
Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Medication Guide). Interstitial Lung Disease Inform patients of the risks of severe or fatal ILD. Advise patients to contact their healthcare provider immediately for any of the following: cough, shortness of breath, fever, or other new or worsening respiratory symptoms [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Neutropenia Advise patients of the possibility of developing neutropenia and to immediately contact their healthcare provider should they develop a fever, particularly in association with any signs of infection [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . Left Ventricular Dysfunction Advise patients to contact their healthcare provider immediately for any of the following: new onset or worsening shortness of breath, cough, fatigue, swelling of ankles/legs, palpitations, sudden weight gain, dizziness, loss of consciousness [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] . Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Inform female patients of the potential risk to a fetus. Advise female patients to contact their healthcare provider of a known or suspected pregnancy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) , Use in Specific Populations (8.1) ] . Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with ENHERTU and for 7 months after the last dose [see Use in Specific Populations (8.3) ] . Advise male patients with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with ENHERTU and for 4 months after the last dose [see Use in Specific Populations (8.3) ] . Lactation Advise women not to breastfeed during treatment and for 7 months after the last dose of ENHERTU [see Use in Specific Populations (8.2) ] . Infertility Advise males of reproductive potential that ENHERTU may impair fertility [see Use in Specific Populations (8.3) ] .
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Daiichi Sankyo Inc. (revised May 15, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Trastuzumab Deruxtecan in 1 product
Enhertu NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65597-406 | Trastuzumab Deruxtecan 100 mg/5mL Injection, Powder, Lyophilized, For Solution | Daiichi Sankyo Inc. | BLA |
Frequently asked questions
What is Enhertu used for?
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ENHERTU is a HER2-directed antibody and topoisomerase inhibitor conjugate indicated for: HER2-Positive Early Breast Cancer as neoadjuvant treatment of adult patients with HER2-positive (IHC 3+ or ISH+) Stage II or III breast cancer, as determined by an FDA-authorized test followed by a taxane, trastuzumab, and pertuzumab (THP). ( 1.1 ) as adjuvant treatment of adult…
What are the side effects of Enhertu?
The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Interstitial Lung Disease/Pneumonitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Neutropenia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Left Ventricular Dysfunction [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] The most common adverse reactions (≥20%), including laboratory abnormalities, in patients with: HER2-Positive,… See the full label for the complete list.
Who makes Enhertu?
Enhertu is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Daiichi Sankyo Inc..