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Erdafitinib

L01E - Protein kinase inhibitors ATC L01XE26 Small molecule approved 2019 Oral First-in-class Natural product

JFDA label: Balversa

Mechanism of Action

Inhibitor of Fibroblast growth factor receptor — Fibroblast growth factor receptor inhibitor

TargetActionGene / class
Fibroblast growth factor receptor efficacy INHIBITOR

Indications

Approved

  • Carcinoma, Transitional Cell — urothelial carcinoma
  • Neoplasms — neoplasm
  • Urinary Bladder Neoplasms — urothelial carcinoma

Off-label

  • Carcinoma, Non-Small-Cell Lung
  • Carcinoma, Squamous Cell
  • Multiple Myeloma
  • Prostatic Neoplasms
  • Prostatic Neoplasms, Castration-Resistant

Contraindications

Source: openFDA

  • None. None. ( 4 ) Absolute

Adverse Reactions

Very Common >10%Common 1–10%Uncommon 0.1–1% Rare 0.01–0.1%Very Rare <0.01%Not Known

Cardiac disorders (1)

Common Including Acute Myocardial Infarction

Vascular disorders (1)

Very Common And Peripheral Edema

Hepatobiliary disorders (2)

Common And Increased Alanine Aminotransferase · Increased Aspartate Aminotransferase

Renal and urinary disorders (4)

Common Acute Kidney Injury · And Acute Kidney Injury · Hematuria

Uncommon Renal Failure

Metabolism and nutrition disorders (1)

Common Hyponatremia

Gastrointestinal disorders (5)

Very Common Diarrhea · Of Patients Who Received Balversa Included Nausea · Stomatitis · Vomiting

Common Dry Mouth

Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders (3)

Very Common Actions For Dose Reductions Included Nail Disorders · Nail Disorders

Common Of Patients Included Nail Disorders

Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders (1)

Very Common And Arthralgia

Eye disorders (6)

Very Common Eye Disorders

Common And Blurred Vision · And Eye Disorders · Central Serous Retinopathy · Discontinuation Included Central Serous Retinopathy · S Adverse Reactions Were Central Serous Retinopathy

Infections and infestations (3)

Common Of Patients Included Urinary Tract Infection · Pneumonia · Urinary Tract Infection

General disorders and administration site conditions (13)

Very Common Extremity Pain · Of Patients Who Received Balversa Included Pyrexia · Palmar-Plantar Erythrodysesthesia Syndrome · Pyrexia · Ring Dosage Interruption Included Hyperphosphatemia

Common And Fatigue · And General Physical Health Deterioration · And Hyperphosphatemia · Fatigue · General Physical Health Deterioration · Hyperphosphatemia · Including Sudden Death · Palmar-Plantar Erythro-Dysesthesia Syndrome

Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders (2)

Very Common Epistaxis

Uncommon And Cardiorespiratory Arrest

Dosing

Source: openFDA

Confirm the presence of FGFR3 genetic alterations in tumor specimens prior to initiation of treatment with BALVERSA. ( 2.1 ) Recommended initial dosage: 8 mg orally once daily with a dose increase to 9 mg daily if criteria are met. ( 2.2 ) Swallow whole with or without food. ( 2.2 ) 2.1 Patient Selection Select patients for the treatment of locally advanced or metastatic urothelial carcinoma with BALVERSA based on the presence of susceptible FGFR3 genetic alterations in tumor specimens as detected by an FDA-approved companion diagnostic [see Clinical Studies (14.1) ] . Information on FDA-approved tests for the detection of FGFR3 genetic alterations in urothelial cancer is available at: http://www.fda.gov/CompanionDiagnostics. 2.2 Recommended Dosage and Schedule The recommended starting dose of BALVERSA is 8 mg (two 4 mg tablets) orally once daily, with a dose increase to 9 mg (three 3 mg tablets) once daily based on tolerability, including hyperphosphatemia, at 14 to 21 days [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) ]. Swallow tablets whole with or without food. If vomiting occurs any time after taking BALVERSA, the next dose should be taken the next day. Treatment should continue until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity occurs. If a dose of BALVERSA is missed, it can be taken as soon as possible on the same day. Resume the regular daily dose schedule for BALVERSA the next day. Extra tablets should not be taken to make up for the missed dose. Dose Increase based on Serum Phosphate Levels Assess serum phosphate levels 14 to 21 days after initiating treatment. Increase the dose of BALVERSA to 9 mg once daily if serum phosphate level is < 9.0 mg/dL and there are no ocular disorders or Grade 2 or greater adverse reactions. If the phosphate level is 9.0 mg/dL or higher follow the relevant dose modifications in Table 2. Monitor phosphate levels monthly for hyperphosphatemia [see Pharmacodynamics (12.2) ] . 2.3 Dose Modifications for Adverse Reactions The recommended dose modifications for adverse reactions are listed in Table 1. Table 1: BALVERSA Dose Reduction Schedule Dose 1 st dose reduction 2 nd dose reduction 3 rd dose reduction 4 th dose reduction 5 th dose reduction 9 mg ➞ (three 3 mg tablets) 8 mg (two 4 mg tablets) 6 mg (two 3 mg tablets) 5 mg (one 5 mg tablet) 4 mg (one 4 mg tablet) Stop 8 mg ➞ (two 4 mg tablets) 6 mg (two 3 mg tablets) 5 mg (one 5 mg tablet) 4 mg (one 4 mg tablet) Stop Table 2 summarizes recommendations for dose interruption, reduction, or discontinuation of BALVERSA in the management of specific adverse reactions. Table 2: Dose Modifications for Adverse Reactions Adverse Reaction BALVERSA Dose Modification Hyperphosphatemia In all patients, restrict phosphate intake to 600–800 mg daily. <6.99 mg/dL Continue BALVERSA at current dose. 7–8.99 mg/dL Continue BALVERSA at current dose. Start phosphate binder with food until phosphate level is <7 mg/dL. Reduce the dose if serum phosphate remains ≥7 mg/dL for a period of 2 months or if clinically necessary. 9–10 mg/dL Withhold BALVERSA with weekly reassessments until level returns to <7 mg/dL. Then restart BALVERSA at the same dose level. Start phosphate binder with food until serum phosphate level returns to <7 mg/dL. Reduce the dose if serum phosphate remains ≥9 mg/dL for a period of 1 month or if clinically necessary. >10 mg/dL Withhold BALVERSA with weekly reassessments until level returns to <7 mg/dL. Then may restart BALVERSA at the first reduced dose level. If hyperphosphatemia (≥10 mg/dL) for >2 weeks, discontinue BALVERSA permanently. Medical management of symptoms as clinically relevant. Serum phosphate with life-threatening consequences; urgent intervention indicated (e.g., dialysis) Discontinue BALVERSA permanently. Central Serous Retinopathy (CSR) Any Withhold BALVERSA and perform an ophthalmic evaluation within 2 weeks: If improving within 14 days, restart BALVERSA at the current dose. If not improving within 14 days, withhold BALVERSA until i

Warnings & Precautions

Source: openFDA

Warnings & Precautions

Ocular disorders: BALVERSA can cause central serous retinopathy/retinal pigment epithelial detachment (CSR/RPED). Perform monthly ophthalmological examinations during the first four months of treatment, every 3 months afterwards, and at any time for visual symptoms. Withhold BALVERSA when CSR/RPED occurs and permanently discontinue if it does not resolve within 4 weeks or if Grade 4 in severity. ( 2.3 , 5.1 ) Hyperphosphatemia: Increases in phosphate levels are a pharmacodynamic effect of BALVERSA. Monitor for hyperphosphatemia and manage with dose modifications when required. ( 2.3 , 5.2 ) Embryo-fetal toxicity: Can cause fetal harm. Advise patients of the potential risk to the fetus and to use effective contraception ( 5.3 , 8.1 , 8.3)

Ocular Disorders BALVERSA can cause ocular disorders, including centra

Ocular Disorders BALVERSA can cause ocular disorders, including central serous retinopathy/retinal pigment epithelial detachment (CSR/RPED) resulting in visual field defect. In the pooled safety population [see Adverse Reactions (6) ] , CSR/RPED occurred in 22% of patients treated with BALVERSA, with a median time to first onset of 46 days. In 104 patients with CSR, 40% required dose interruptions and 56% required dose reductions; 2.9% of BALVERSA-treated patients required permanent discontinuation for CSR. Of the 24 patients who restarted BALVERSA after dose interruption with or without dose reduction, 67% had recurrence and/or worsening of CSR after restarting. CSR was ongoing in 41% of the 104 patients at the time of last evaluation. Dry eye symptoms occurred in 26% of BALVERSA-treated patients. All patients should receive dry eye prophylaxis with ocular demulcents as needed. Perform monthly ophthalmological examinations during the first 4 months of treatment and every 3 months afterwards, and urgently at any time for visual symptoms. Ophthalmological examination should include assessment of visual acuity, slit lamp examination, fundoscopy, and optical coherence tomography. Withhold or permanently discontinue BALVERSA based on severity and/or ophthalmology exam findings [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) ] .

Hyperphosphatemia and Soft Tissue Mineralization BALVERSA can cause hy

Hyperphosphatemia and Soft Tissue Mineralization BALVERSA can cause hyperphosphatemia leading to soft tissue mineralization, cutaneous calcinosis, non-uremic calciphylaxis and vascular calcification. Increases in phosphate levels are a pharmacodynamic effect of BALVERSA [see Pharmacodynamics (12.2) ]. In the pooled safety population [see Adverse Reactions (6) ], increased phosphate occurred in 73% of BALVERSA-treated patients. The median onset time of increased phosphate was 16 days (range: 8–421) after initiating BALVERSA. Twenty-four percent of patients received phosphate binders during treatment with BALVERSA. Vascular calcification was observed in 0.2% of patients treated with BALVERSA. Monitor for hyperphosphatemia throughout treatment. Restrict dietary phosphate intake (600–800 mg daily) and avoid concomitant use of agents that may increase serum phosphate levels. If serum phosphate is above 7.0 mg/dL, consider adding an oral phosphate binder until serum phosphate level returns to <7.0 mg/dL. Withhold, dose reduce, or permanently discontinue BALVERSA based on duration and severity of hyperphosphatemia according to Table 2 [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) ].

Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Based on the mechanism of action and findings in

Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Based on the mechanism of action and findings in animal reproduction studies, BALVERSA can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. In an embryo-fetal toxicity study, oral administration of erdafitinib to pregnant rats during the period of organogenesis caused malformations and embryo-fetal death at maternal exposures that were less than the human exposures at the maximum human recommended dose based on area under the curve (AUC). Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to the fetus. Advise female patients of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with BALVERSA and for one month after the last dose. Advise male patients with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with BALVERSA and for one month after the last dose [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1 , 8.3) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) ] .

Pregnancy & Lactation

Lactation

Probably Unsafe Hale L4

The manufacturer recommends that breastfeeding be discontinued during erdafitinib therapy and for 1 month after the final dose.

Chemistry & Properties

2D structure
FormulaC25H30N6O2
Molecular weight446.56 g/mol
IUPAC nameN'-(3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)-N'-[3-(1-methylpyrazol-4-yl)quinoxalin-6-yl]-N-propan-2-ylethane-1,2-diamine
CAS1346242-81-6
PubChem CID67462786
InChIKeyOLAHOMJCDNXHFI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
logP4.18 (XLogP 3.2)
Polar surface area77.33 Ų
H-bond acceptors / donors8 / 1
Drug-likeness (QED)0.41
Lipinski violations0
SMILESCOc1cc(OC)cc(N(CCNC(C)C)c2ccc3ncc(-c4cnn(C)c4)nc3c2)c1

Biology & Pharmacokinetics

Pharmacokinetics

BBB penetrantNo

Enzyme interactions

EnzymeRoleDetail
CYP1A2Inhibitor
CYP1A2Substrate
CYP2C19Inhibitor
CYP2C19Substrate
CYP2C8Inhibitor
CYP2C9Substrate
CYP2D6Inhibitor
CYP2D6Substrate
CYP3A4Inhibitor

Receptor binding (top 5)

TargetActionAffinity
fibroblast growth factor receptor 1 (FGFR1) Inhibitor pIC50 8.9
fibroblast growth factor receptor 2 (FGFR2) Inhibitor pIC50 8.6
fibroblast growth factor receptor 3 (FGFR3) Inhibitor pIC50 8.5
fibroblast growth factor receptor 4 (FGFR4) Inhibitor pIC50 8.2
kinase insert domain receptor (KDR) Inhibitor pIC50 7.4

Transporters

BCRP (Inhibitor)BSEP (Inhibitor)MDR1 (Inhibitor)MRP1 (Inhibitor)OATP1B1 (Inhibitor)OATP1B3 (Inhibitor)OCT2 (Inhibitor)P-gp (Inhibitor)MDR1 (Substrate)P-gp (Substrate)

Drug–drug interactions (100+, DDInter)

Interacting drugSeverityManagement
Aluminum hydroxide major
Apalutamide major
Calcifediol major
Calcipotriol (topical) major
Calcitriol major
Calcium Phosphate major
Calcium acetate major
Calcium carbonate major
Calcium citrate major
Ceritinib major
Cholecalciferol major
Clarithromycin major
Cobicistat major
Dabrafenib major
Dexamethasone major
Dihydrotachysterol major
Doxercalciferol major
Enzalutamide major
Ergocalciferol major
Iron sucrose major
Ketoconazole major
Lanthanum carbonate major
Lorlatinib major
Lumacaftor major
Magaldrate major
Magnesium carbonate major
Magnesium chloride major
Magnesium citrate major
Magnesium gluconate major
Magnesium hydroxide major
Magnesium oxide major
Magnesium sulfate major
Mitotane major
Paricalcitol major
Sevelamer major
Sodium glycerophosphate major
Tetraferric tricitrate decahydrate major
Abemaciclib moderate
Afatinib moderate
Apixaban moderate

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Registered Products (6)

BrandForm / strengthPackAgentCitizen (JOD)
Balversa Tablet 3 mg 56 tab pack varies Adatco Drug Store
Balversa Tablet 5 mg 28 tab Adatco Drug Store
Balversa Tablet 4 mg 28 tab pack varies Adatco Drug Store
Balversa Tablet 4 mg 14 tab pack varies Adatco Drug Store
Balversa Tablet 4 mg 56 tab pack varies Adatco Drug Store
Balversa Tablet 3 mg 84 tab pack varies Adatco Drug Store