Vanflyta
Quizartinib · Tablet, Film Coated · Oral
Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE VANFLYTA is indicated in combination with standard cytarabine and anthracycline induction and cytarabine consolidation, and as maintenance monotherapy following consolidation chemotherapy, for the treatment of adult patients with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that is FLT3 internal tandem duplication (ITD)-positive as detected by an FDA-approved test [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) and Clinical Studies (14) ] . VANFLYTA is a kinase inhibitor indicated in combination with standard cytarabine and anthracycline induction and cytarabine consolidation, and as maintenance monotherapy following consolidation chemotherapy, for the treatment of adult patients with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that is FLT3 internal tandem duplication (ITD)-positive as detected by an FDA-approved test. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use: VANFLYTA is not indicated as maintenance monotherapy following allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT); improvement in overall survival with VANFLYTA in this setting has not been demonstrated. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use VANFLYTA is not indicated as maintenance monotherapy following allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT); improvement in overall survival with VANFLYTA in this setting has not been demonstrated [see Clinical Studies (14) ] .
Dosage and administration
Take VANFLYTA tablets orally once daily with or without food at approximately the same time each day. ( 2.2 ) See Full Prescribing Information for recommended VANFLYTA dosage regimen and dosage modifications. ( 2.2 , 2.3 , 2.4 ) 2.1 Patient Selection Select patients for the treatment of AML with VANFLYTA based on the presence of FLT3-ITD mutation positivity [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . Information on FDA-approved tests for the detection of FLT3-ITD mutation in AML is available at: http://www.fda.gov/CompanionDiagnostics. 2.2 Recommended Dosage A treatment course consists of up to 2 cycles of VANFLYTA in combination with induction cytarabine and anthracycline, up to 4 cycles of VANFLYTA in combination with high-dose cytarabine consolidation, and up to 36 cycles of VANFLYTA as maintenance therapy [see Clinical Studies (14) ] or until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. VANFLYTA maintenance therapy should be initiated following consolidation chemotherapy upon blood count recovery of absolute neutrophil count >500/mm 3 and platelet count >50,000/mm 3 . See Table 1 for the recommended dosage of VANFLYTA by phase of therapy . Table 1: VANFLYTA Dosage Regimen VANFLYTA Initiation Induction Patients can receive up to 2 cycles of induction. Consolidation Patients can receive up to 4 cycles of consolidation. Maintenance Starting on Day 8 (for 7 + 3 regimen) For 5 + 2 regimen as the second induction cycle, VANFLYTA will be given on Days 6 to 19. Starting on Day 6 Starting on Day 1 Dose 35.4 mg orally once daily 35.4 mg orally once daily Administer 26.5 mg orally once daily Days 1 through 14 of the first cycle if QTcF is less than or equal to 450 ms. Increase the dose to 53 mg once daily on Day 15 of the first cycle if QTcF is less than or equal to 450 ms. Maintain the 26.5 mg once daily dose if QTcF greater than 500 ms was observed during induction or consolidation. Duration (28-day cycles) Two weeks in each cycle (Days 8 to 21) Two weeks in each cycle (Days 6 to 19) Once daily with no break between cycles for up to 36 cycles For patients who proceed to hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT), VANFLYTA should be stopped 7 days before the start of a conditioning regimen. Administer VANFLYTA orally with or without food at approximately the same time each day. Swallow tablets whole. Do not cut, crush, or chew the tablets. If a dose of VANFLYTA is vomited, do not administer a replacement dose; wait until the next scheduled dose is due. If a dose of VANFLYTA is missed or not taken at the usual time, administer the dose as soon as possible on the same day and return to the usual schedule the following day. The patient should not take two doses on the same day. 2.3 Monitoring and Dosage Modifications for Adverse Reactions Initiate VANFLYTA only if QTcF is less than or equal to 450 ms [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. During induction and consolidation, perform ECGs prior to initiation and then once weekly during VANFLYTA treatment or more frequently as clinically indicated [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. During maintenance, perform ECGs prior to initiation, once weekly for at least the first month following dose initiation and escalation, and thereafter as clinically indicated. Escalate the dose only if QTcF is less than or equal to 450 ms [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. Correct electrolyte abnormalities (hypokalemia and hypomagnesemia), and if possible, avoid concomitant administration of drugs that prolong the QT interval [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. For recommended dosage modifications due to adverse reactions, see Table 2 . For dosage adjustments due to adverse reactions, see Table 3 . Table 2: Recommended Dosage Modifications for Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] Adverse Reaction Recommended Action Grades are in accordance with National Cancer Institute Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events version 4.03 (NCI CTCAE v4.03). QTcF between 450 ms and 480 ms (Grade 1) Continue VANFLYTA dose. QTcF between 481 ms and 500 ms (Grade 2) Reduce the dose of VANFLYTA (see Table 3 ) without interruption. Resume VANFLYTA at the previous dose in the next cycle if QTcF has decreased to less than 450 ms. Monitor the patient closely for QT prolongation during the first cycle at the increased dose. QTcF greater than 500 ms (Grade 3) Interrupt VANFLYTA. Resume VANFLYTA at a reduced dose (see Table 3 ) when QTcF returns to less than 450 ms. Maintain the 26.5 mg once daily dose during maintenance if QTcF greater than 500 ms was observed during induction or consolidation. Recurrent QTcF greater than 500 ms (Grade 3) Permanently discontinue VANFLYTA if QTcF greater than 500 ms recurs despite appropriate dose reduction and correction/elimination of other risk factors (e.g., serum electrolyte abnormalities, concomitant QT prolonging medications). Torsades de pointes, polymorphic ventricular tachycardia, signs/symptoms of life-threatening arrhythmia (Grade 4) Permanently discontinue VANFLYTA. Grade 3 or 4 non-hematologic adverse reactions Interrupt VANFLYTA. Resume treatment at the previous dose if adverse reaction improves to Grade 1 or less. Resume treatment at a reduced dose (see Table 3 ) if adverse reaction improves to Grade 2. Discontinue if Grade 3 or 4 adverse reaction persists beyond 28 days. Grade 3 or 4 hypokalemia (<3 mmol/L) or hypomagnesemia (<0.4 mmol/L or <0.9 mg/dL) Interrupt VANFLYTA. Correct hypokalemia and hypomagnesemia according to institutional guidelines. VANFLYTA may be restarted at the previous dose when the adverse reaction improves to Grade 2 or less without symptoms. Grade 4 neutropenia or thrombocytopenia after achieving remission Recommend bone marrow evaluation. Reduce VANFLYTA dose (see Table 3 ).
Dosage forms and strengths
Tablets: 17.7 mg quizartinib, white, round, film-coated, debossed with "DSC511" 26.5 mg quizartinib, yellow, round, film-coated, debossed with "DSC512" Tablets: 17.7 mg or 26.5 mg of quizartinib. ( 3 )
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS VANFLYTA is contraindicated in patients with severe hypokalemia, severe hypomagnesemia, long QT syndrome, or in patients with a history of ventricular arrhythmias or torsades de pointes [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. Contraindicated in patients with severe hypokalemia, severe hypomagnesemia, long QT syndrome, or in patients with a history of ventricular arrhythmias or torsades de pointes. ( 4 , 5.1 )
Warnings and precautions
Prolongation, Torsades de Pointes, and Cardiac Arrest: Monitor electrocardiograms and levels of serum electrolytes. Reduce, interrupt, or permanently discontinue VANFLYTA as appropriate. ( 2.3 , 5.1 ) Embryo-Fetal Toxicity: VANFLYTA can cause fetal harm. Advise females of reproductive potential and males with female partners of reproductive potential of potential risk to a fetus and to use effective contraception. ( 5.3 , 8.1 , 8.3 ) 5.1 QT Prolongation, Torsades de Pointes, and Cardiac Arrest VANFLYTA prolongs the QT interval in a dose- and concentration-dependent manner. The mechanism of QTc interval prolongation is via inhibition of the slow delayed rectifier potassium current, I Ks , as compared to all other medications that prolong the QTc interval, which is via the rapid delayed rectifier potassium current, I Kr . Therefore, the level of QTc prolongation with VANFLYTA that predicts the risk of cardiac arrhythmias is unclear. Inhibition of I Ks and I Kr may leave patients with limited reserve leading to a higher risk of QT prolongation and serious cardiac arrhythmias, including fatal outcomes [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) ] . Torsades de pointes, ventricular fibrillation, cardiac arrest, and sudden death have occurred in patients treated with VANFLYTA. Of the 1,081 patients with AML treated with VANFLYTA in clinical trials, torsades de pointes occurred in approximately 0.2% of patients, cardiac arrest occurred in 0.6%, including 0.4% with a fatal outcome, and 0.1% of patients experienced ventricular fibrillation [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . These severe cardiac arrhythmias occurred predominantly during the induction phase. Of the 265 patients with newly diagnosed FLT3-ITD-positive AML treated with VANFLYTA in combination with chemotherapy in the clinical trial, 2.3% were found to have a QTcF greater than 500 ms and 10% of patients had an increase from baseline QTcF greater than 60 ms. The clinical trial excluded patients with a QTcF ≥450 ms or other factors that increased the risk of QT prolongation or arrhythmic events (e.g., NYHA Class III or IV congestive heart failure, hypokalemia, family history of long QT interval syndrome). Therefore, avoid use in patients who are at significant risk of developing torsades de pointes, including uncontrolled or significant cardiac disease, recent myocardial infarction, heart failure, unstable angina, bradyarrhythmias, tachyarrhythmias, uncontrolled hypertension, high-degree atrioventricular block, severe aortic stenosis, or uncontrolled hypothyroidism. Do not initiate treatment with VANFLYTA if the QTcF interval is greater than 450 ms. Do not use VANFLYTA in patients with severe hypokalemia, severe hypomagnesemia, long QT syndrome, or in patients with a history of ventricular arrhythmias or torsades de pointes [see Contraindications (4) ] . Perform an ECG and correct electrolyte abnormalities prior to initiation of treatment with VANFLYTA. During induction and consolidation, perform an ECG prior to initiation and then once weekly during VANFLYTA treatment or more frequently as clinically indicated. During maintenance, perform ECGs prior to initiation, once weekly for at least the first month following dose initiation and escalation, and as clinically indicated thereafter. Do not escalate the dose if QTcF is greater than 450 ms [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) ] . Perform ECG monitoring of the QT interval more frequently in patients who are at significant risk of developing QT interval prolongation and torsades de pointes, or following dose escalation. Monitor and correct hypokalemia and hypomagnesemia prior to and during treatment with VANFLYTA. Maintain electrolytes in the normal range. Monitor electrolytes and ECGs more frequently in patients who experience diarrhea or vomiting. Monitor patients more frequently with ECGs if coadministration of VANFLYTA with drugs known to prolong the QT interval is required [see Drug Interactions (7) ] . Reduce the VANFLYTA dose when used concomitantly with strong CYP3A inhibitors, as they may increase quizartinib exposure [see Dosage and Administration (2.4) ] . Reduce VANFLYTA if QTc increases to greater than 480 ms and less than 500 ms. Interrupt and reduce VANFLYTA if QTc increases to greater than 500 ms. Permanently discontinue VANFLYTA in patients who develop recurrent QTc greater than 500 ms or QTc interval prolongation with signs or symptoms of life-threatening arrhythmia [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) ] . VANFLYTA is available only through a restricted program under a REMS [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . 5.2 VANFLYTA REMS VANFLYTA is available only through a restricted distribution program under a REMS called the VANFLYTA REMS because of the serious risk of QT prolongation, torsades de pointes, and cardiac arrest [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Notable requirements of the VANFLYTA REMS include the following: Prescribers must be certified in the VANFLYTA REMS by enrolling and completing training. Prescribers must counsel patients receiving VANFLYTA about the risk of QT prolongation, torsades de pointes, and cardiac arrest, and provide patients with a Patient Wallet Card. Pharmacies that dispense VANFLYTA must be certified with the VANFLYTA REMS and must verify prescribers are certified through the VANFLYTA REMS. Further information about the VANFLYTA REMS is available at www.VANFLYTAREMS.com or by telephone at 1-855-212-6670. 5.3 Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Based on findings in animals and its mechanism of action, VANFLYTA can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. In animal reproduction studies, administration of quizartinib to pregnant rats during organogenesis at exposures 3 times the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of 53 mg/day caused structural abnormalities and alterations to growth. Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to a fetus.
Side effects
The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: QT Prolongation, Torsades de Pointes, and Cardiac Arrest [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] The most common (>20%) adverse reactions, including laboratory abnormalities, are lymphocytes decreased, potassium decreased, albumin decreased, phosphorus decreased, alkaline phosphatase increased, magnesium decreased, febrile neutropenia, diarrhea, mucositis, nausea, calcium decreased, abdominal pain, sepsis, neutropenia, headache, creatine phosphokinase increased, vomiting, and upper respiratory tract infection. ( 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. Newly Diagnosed FLT3-ITD positive AML The safety of VANFLYTA (35.4 mg orally once daily with chemotherapy, 26.5 mg to 53 mg orally once daily as maintenance) in adult patients with newly diagnosed FLT3-ITD positive AML is based on QuANTUM-First, a randomized, double-blind clinical trial of VANFLYTA (n=265) or placebo (n=268) with chemotherapy [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . Among patients who received VANFLYTA, 38% were exposed for 6 months or longer and 30% were exposed for greater than one year. On the VANFLYTA plus chemotherapy arm, 65% and 44% of patients completed induction and consolidation therapy, respectively, compared to 65% and 34% of patients in the placebo plus chemotherapy arm. Serious adverse reactions in ≥5% of patients who received VANFLYTA plus chemotherapy were: febrile neutropenia (11%). Fatal adverse reactions occurred in 10% of patients who received VANFLYTA plus chemotherapy, including sepsis (5%), fungal infections (0.8%), brain edema (0.8%), and one case each of febrile neutropenia, pneumonia, cerebral infarction, acute respiratory distress syndrome, pulmonary embolism, ventricular dysfunction, and cardiac arrest. Permanent discontinuation due to an adverse reaction in patients in the VANFLYTA plus chemotherapy arm occurred in 20% of patients. The most frequent (≥2%) adverse reaction which resulted in permanent discontinuation in the VANFLYTA arm was sepsis (5%). Dosage interruptions of VANFLYTA due to an adverse reaction occurred in 34% of patients. Adverse reactions which required dosage interruption in ≥2% of patients in the VANFLYTA arm included neutropenia (11%), thrombocytopenia (5%), and myelosuppression (3%). Dose reductions of VANFLYTA due to an adverse reaction occurred in 19% of patients. Adverse reactions which required dosage reductions in ≥2% of patients in the VANFLYTA arm were neutropenia (9%), thrombocytopenia (5%), and electrocardiogram QT prolonged (4%). The most common adverse reactions (≥10% with a difference between arms of ≥2% compared to placebo), including laboratory abnormalities, were lymphocytes decreased, potassium decreased, albumin decreased, phosphorus decreased, alkaline phosphatase increased, magnesium decreased, febrile neutropenia, diarrhea, mucositis, nausea, calcium decreased, abdominal pain, sepsis, neutropenia, headache, creatine phosphokinase increased, vomiting, upper respiratory tract infections, hypertransaminasemia, thrombocytopenia, decreased appetite, fungal infections, epistaxis, potassium increased, herpesvirus infections, insomnia, electrocardiogram QT prolonged, magnesium increased, sodium increased, dyspepsia, anemia, and eye irritation. Tables 5 and 6 summarize adverse reactions and laboratory abnormalities observed in patients receiving VANFLYTA in the clinical trial. Table 5: Adverse Reactions (≥10%) in Patients with Newly Diagnosed FLT3-ITD positive AML Who Received VANFLYTA (with a Difference Between Arms of ≥2% Compared to Placebo) in the Clinical Trial Body System Adverse Reaction VANFLYTA + Chemotherapy (N=265) PLACEBO + Chemotherapy (N=268) All Grades % Grade 3 or 4 % All Grades % Grade 3 or 4 % Blood and Lymphatic System Disorders Febrile neutropenia Including fatalities. 44 43 42 41 Neutropenia Includes other related terms. 29 26 14 12 Thrombocytopenia 18 13 13 12 Anemia 11 6 7 5 Gastrointestinal Disorders Diarrhea Diarrhea includes colitis, diarrhea, enteritis, enterocolitis, gastroenteritis, and neutropenic colitis. 42 8 39 8 Mucositis Mucositis includes anal inflammation, anal ulcer, anorectal discomfort, aphthous ulcer, laryngeal inflammation, laryngeal pain, mucosal inflammation, edema mucosal, esophageal pain, esophageal ulcer, esophagitis, oral blood blister, oral disorder, oral mucosa erosion, oral mucosal blistering, oral mucosal erythema, oral pain, oropharyngeal pain, pharyngeal inflammation, proctalgia, proctitis, stomatitis, tongue ulceration, and vaginal ulceration. 38 5 33 4.1 Nausea 34 1.5 31 1.9 Abdominal pain 30 2.3 22 1.1 Vomiting 25 0 20 1.5 Dyspepsia 11 0.4 9 0.7 Infections and Infestations Sepsis Sepsis includes acinetobacter infection, bacteremia, bacterial sepsis, corynebacterium bacteremia, device related bacteremia, device related sepsis, enterobacter sepsis, enterococcal bacteremia, enterococcal sepsis, escherichia bacteremia, escherichia sepsis, klebsiella bacteremia, klebsiella sepsis, neutropenic sepsis, pseudomonal bacteremia, pulmonary sepsis, sepsis, septic shock, staphylococcal bacteremia, staphylococcal infection, staphylococcal sepsis, stenotrophomonas sepsis, streptococcal sepsis, and streptococcal bacteremia.
Drug interactions
Table 7: Effect of Other Drugs on VANFLYTA Strong CYP3A Inhibitors Clinical Impact VANFLYTA is a CYP3A substrate. Concomitant use of VANFLYTA with a strong CYP3A inhibitor increases quizartinib systemic exposure [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] , which may increase the risk of VANFLYTA adverse reactions. Prevention or Management Reduce the dosage of VANFLYTA [see Dosage and Administration (2.4) ]. Strong or Moderate CYP3A Inducers Clinical Impact Concomitant use of VANFLYTA with strong or moderate CYP3A inducers decreases quizartinib systemic exposure [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] , which may reduce VANFLYTA efficacy. Prevention or Management Avoid concomitant use of VANFLYTA with strong or moderate CYP3A inducers [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . QT Interval Prolonging Drugs Clinical Impact VANFLYTA prolongs the QT/QTc interval. Coadministration of VANFLYTA with other drugs that prolong the QT interval may further increase the incidence of QT prolongation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) ] . Prevention or Management Monitor patients more frequently with ECG if co-administration of VANFLYTA with drugs known to prolong the QT interval is required. Examples of QT prolonging drugs include but are not limited to antifungal azoles, ondansetron, granisetron, azithromycin, pentamidine, doxycycline, moxifloxacin, atovaquone, prochlorperazine, and tacrolimus. Breast Cancer Resistant Protein (BCRP) Substrates Clinical Impact Concomitant use of VANFLYTA with BCRP substrates may increase the risk of BCRP substrate-associated adverse reactions [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Prevention or Management Avoid concomitant use of VANFLYTA with drugs that are BCRP substrates where possible. If concomitant use is unavoidable, monitor patients more frequently for BCRP substrate-associated adverse reactions and decrease the BCRP substrates dosage(s) in accordance with the respective Prescribing Information. Strong CYP3A Inhibitors: Reduce the VANFLYTA dose. ( 2.4 , 7 ) Strong or Moderate CYP3A Inducers: Avoid concomitant use. ( 7 , 12.3 ) Breast Cancer Resistant Protein (BCRP) substrates: Avoid concomitant use. ( 7 , 12.3 )
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, VANFLYTA can cause embryo-fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) ] . There are no available data on VANFLYTA use in pregnant women to evaluate for a drug-associated risk. In animal reproduction studies, oral administration of quizartinib to pregnant rats during organogenesis resulted in adverse developmental outcomes including structural abnormalities and alterations to growth at maternal exposures approximately 3 times those in patients at the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of 53 mg/day ( see Data ). Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to a fetus. The background risk in the U.S. general population of major birth defects is 2-4%, and of miscarriage is 15-20% of clinically recognized pregnancies. Data Animal Data In an embryo-fetal development study in rats, pregnant animals received oral doses of quizartinib of 0, 0.6, 2, or 6 mg/kg/day during the period of organogenesis. Administration of quizartinib at the dose of 6 mg/kg/day was associated with adverse developmental outcomes including structural abnormalities (anasarca and edema) and alterations to growth (lower fetal weights and effects on skeletal ossification). At this dose, the maternal systemic exposures (AUC) were approximately 3 times the human exposure at the MRHD of 53 mg/day. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary There are no data on the presence of quizartinib or its metabolites in human milk, or the effects on the breastfed child or milk production. Because of the potential for serious adverse reactions in a breastfed child, advise women not to breastfeed during treatment with VANFLYTA and for one month after the last dose. 8.3 Females and Males of Reproductive Potential VANFLYTA can cause embryo-fetal harm when administered to pregnant women [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1) ] . Pregnancy Testing Verify pregnancy status in females of reproductive potential within seven days before starting treatment with VANFLYTA. Contraception Females Advise female patients of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with VANFLYTA and for 7 months after the last dose. Males Based on genotoxicity findings, advise male patients with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with VANFLYTA and for 4 months after the last dose [see Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1) ] . Infertility Females Based on findings from animal studies, VANFLYTA may impair female fertility. These effects on fertility were reversible [see Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1) ] . Males Based on findings from animal studies, VANFLYTA may impair male fertility. These effects on fertility were reversible [see Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1) ]. 8.4 Pediatric Use Safety and effectiveness of VANFLYTA have not been established in pediatric patients. 8.5 Geriatric Use There were 533 patients with newly diagnosed AML in the clinical study; of the total number of VANFLYTA-treated patients, 69 (26%) were 65 years of age and older, while 1 (0.4%) was 75 years of age [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . No overall differences in safety or efficacy were observed between patients 65 years of age and older and younger adult patients. 8.6 Renal Impairment No dosage adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate renal impairment (i.e., estimated creatinine clearance [CLcr] by Cockcroft-Gault equation: CLcr 30 to 89 mL/min). VANFLYTA has not been studied in patients with severe renal impairment (CLcr <30 mL/min) [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . 8.7 Hepatic Impairment No dosage adjustment is recommended in patients with mild hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class A or total bilirubin ≤ upper limit of normal [ULN] and aspartate aminotransferase [AST] >ULN, or total bilirubin >1 to 1.5 times ULN and any value for AST) or moderate hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class B or total bilirubin >1.5 to 3 times ULN and any value for AST). VANFLYTA has not been studied in patients with severe (Child-Pugh Class C or total bilirubin >3 times ULN and any value for AST) hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] .
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on findings from animal studies and its mechanism of action, VANFLYTA can cause embryo-fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) ] . There are no available data on VANFLYTA use in pregnant women to evaluate for a drug-associated risk. In animal reproduction studies, oral administration of quizartinib to pregnant rats during organogenesis resulted in adverse developmental outcomes including structural abnormalities and alterations to growth at maternal exposures approximately 3 times those in patients at the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of 53 mg/day ( see Data ). Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to a fetus. The background risk in the U.S. general population of major birth defects is 2-4%, and of miscarriage is 15-20% of clinically recognized pregnancies. Data Animal Data In an embryo-fetal development study in rats, pregnant animals received oral doses of quizartinib of 0, 0.6, 2, or 6 mg/kg/day during the period of organogenesis. Administration of quizartinib at the dose of 6 mg/kg/day was associated with adverse developmental outcomes including structural abnormalities (anasarca and edema) and alterations to growth (lower fetal weights and effects on skeletal ossification). At this dose, the maternal systemic exposures (AUC) were approximately 3 times the human exposure at the MRHD of 53 mg/day.
Pediatric use
8.4 Pediatric Use Safety and effectiveness of VANFLYTA have not been established in pediatric patients.
Geriatric use
8.5 Geriatric Use There were 533 patients with newly diagnosed AML in the clinical study; of the total number of VANFLYTA-treated patients, 69 (26%) were 65 years of age and older, while 1 (0.4%) was 75 years of age [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . No overall differences in safety or efficacy were observed between patients 65 years of age and older and younger adult patients.
Description
(quizartinib) is a kinase inhibitor for oral use. The chemical name of quizartinib dihydrochloride is N -(5- tert -butyl-isoxazol-3-yl)- N '-{4-[7-(2-(morpholin-4-ylethoxy)imidazo[2,1- b ][1,3]benzothiazol-2-yl]phenyl}urea dihydrochloride. Quizartinib dihydrochloride is a white to off-white solid with a molecular formula of C 29 H 32 N 6 O 4 S∙2 HCl and a molecular weight of 633.6 for the salt and 560.7 for the free base. The aqueous solubility of quizartinib dihydrochloride (pKa 4.75 and 3.16) decreases with increasing pH. It is very slightly soluble in aqueous media at pH 1 and practically insoluble or insoluble at pH 2 and higher. Quizartinib dihydrochloride is very slightly soluble in ethanol. The chemical structure of quizartinib dihydrochloride is: VANFLYTA is supplied as film-coated tablets containing 20 mg and 30 mg quizartinib dihydrochloride equivalent to 17.7 mg or 26.5 mg of quizartinib, respectively. The inactive ingredients in the tablet core are hydroxypropyl betadex, magnesium stearate, and microcrystalline cellulose. The tablet coating consists of hypromellose, talc, titanium dioxide, and triacetin. The 26.5 mg tablet coating also contains ferric oxide. Chemical Structure
Mechanism of action
12.1 Mechanism of Action Quizartinib is a small molecule inhibitor of the receptor tyrosine kinase FLT3. Quizartinib and its major active metabolite AC886 bind to the adenosine triphosphate (ATP) binding domain of FLT3 with comparable affinity, and both had 10-fold lower affinity towards FLT3-ITD mutation compared to FLT3 in a binding assay. Quizartinib and AC886 inhibited FLT3 kinase activity, preventing autophosphorylation of the receptor, thereby inhibiting downstream FLT3 receptor signaling and blocking FLT3-ITD-dependent cell proliferation. Quizartinib showed antitumor activity in a mouse model of FLT3-ITD-dependent leukemia.
How supplied
(quizartinib) is supplied as round, film-coated tablets, packaged in bottles with a child-resistant closure. Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); excursions permitted from 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Tablet Strength Tablet Description Package Configuration NDC 17.7 mg White, round, film-coated, debossed with "DSC511" , 28-count bottle 65597-504-28 14-count bottle 65597-504-04 26.5 mg Yellow, round, film-coated, debossed with "DSC512" 28-count bottle 65597-511-28 14-count bottle 65597-511-04
Storage
Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); excursions permitted from 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Tablet Strength Tablet Description Package Configuration NDC 17.7 mg White, round, film-coated, debossed with "DSC511" , 28-count bottle 65597-504-28 14-count bottle 65597-504-04 26.5 mg Yellow, round, film-coated, debossed with "DSC512" 28-count bottle 65597-511-28 14-count bottle 65597-511-04
Patient information
Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Medication Guide). QT Prolongation, Torsades de Pointes, and Cardiac Arrest Inform patients of symptoms that may be associated with significant QTc interval prolongation including dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting. Advise patients to report these symptoms and the use of all medications to their healthcare provider [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. VANFLYTA REMS VANFLYTA is available only through a restricted program called the VANFLYTA REMS. Inform patients that they will be given a VANFLYTA Patient Wallet Card that they should carry with them at all times and show to all of their healthcare providers. This card describes signs and symptoms related to QT prolongation/cardiac arrhythmia which, if experienced, should prompt the patient to immediately seek medical attention [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . Drug Interactions Advise patients to inform their healthcare providers of all concomitant medications, including over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal products. Advise patients to avoid concomitant use of St. John's wort as it is a strong CYP3A inducer [see Drug Interactions (7) ]. Embryo-Fetal Toxicity and Use of Contraceptives Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to the fetus. Advise female patients of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with VANFLYTA and for 7 months after the last dose. Advise patients to notify their healthcare provider immediately in the event of a pregnancy or if pregnancy is suspected during VANFLYTA treatment. Advise male patients with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with VANFLYTA and for 4 months after the last dose [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) and Use in Specific Populations (8.1 , 8.3) ]. Infertility Advise females and males of reproductive potential that VANFLYTA may impair fertility [see Use in Specific Populations (8.3) and Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1) ] . Lactation Advise women not to breastfeed during treatment with VANFLYTA and for one month after the last dose [see Use in Specific Populations (8.2) ]. Dosing and Storage Instructions Advise patients that VANFLYTA should be taken once daily at approximately the same time each day and may be taken with or without food. Advise patients to swallow tablets whole. Advise patients not to cut, crush, or chew the tablets [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) ]. Instruct patients that if a dose of VANFLYTA is vomited, not to take an additional dose that day, and to wait until the next scheduled dose on the following day. If a dose of VANFLYTA is missed or not taken at the usual time, instruct patients to take the dose as soon as possible on the same day and return to the usual dosing schedule the following day. Store VANFLYTA at room temperature from 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F).
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Daiichi Sankyo Inc. (revised Apr 16, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Quizartinib Dihydrochloride in 2 products
Vanflyta NDC products (2)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65597-504 | Quizartinib Dihydrochloride 17.7 mg/1 Tablet, Film Coated | Daiichi Sankyo Inc. | NDA |
| 65597-511 | Quizartinib Dihydrochloride 26.5 mg/1 Tablet, Film Coated | Daiichi Sankyo Inc. | NDA |
Frequently asked questions
What is Vanflyta used for?
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE VANFLYTA is indicated in combination with standard cytarabine and anthracycline induction and cytarabine consolidation, and as maintenance monotherapy following consolidation chemotherapy, for the treatment of adult patients with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that is FLT3 internal tandem duplication (ITD)-positive as detected by an FDA-approved test [see…
What are the side effects of Vanflyta?
The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: QT Prolongation, Torsades de Pointes, and Cardiac Arrest [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] The most common (>20%) adverse reactions, including laboratory abnormalities, are lymphocytes decreased, potassium decreased, albumin decreased, phosphorus decreased, alkaline phosphatase increased, magnesium… See the full label for the complete list.
Who makes Vanflyta?
Vanflyta is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Daiichi Sankyo Inc..