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Proleukin

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Marketing start date: 22 Dec 2024

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Adverse Reactions

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Capillary Leak Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )]. Neurotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )]. Serious Infections Including Sepsis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )]. Renal Toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )]. Immune-Mediated Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )]. Serious Manifestations of Eosinophilia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 )]. Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.9 )]. Infusion-Related Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.10 )] . Most common (≥ 30%) adverse reactions including laboratory abnormalities are hypotension, hyperbilirubinemia, dyspnea, rash, diarrhea, oliguria, chills, vomiting, thrombocytopenia, nausea, confusional state and increased creatinine. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Clinigen, Inc. at 1-877-776-5385 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. The safety of Proleukin was evaluated in a series of single and multicenter, controlled studies enrolling a total of 525 patients with metastatic renal cell carcinoma (mRCC studies) or metastatic melanoma (metastatic melanoma studies) [see Clinical Studies ( 14.1 , 14.2 )] . In patients who received Proleukin in these studies, fatal adverse reactions occurred in 4% (11/255) of the patients with metastatic RCC, and 2% (6/270) of the patients with metastatic melanoma. In these studies, >90% of patients had doses withheld for adverse reactions [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 )]. The most common (≥30%) adverse reactions were hypotension, hyperbilirubinemia, dyspnea, rash, diarrhea, oliguria, chills, vomiting, thrombocytopenia, nausea, confusional state, and increased creatinine. Table 4 summarizes adverse reactions that occurred in these studies. Table 4: Adverse Reactions (≥10% all grades or ≥1% Grade 4) in Patients with Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma or Metastatic Melanoma (n=525) receiving Proleukin a Cardiovascular disorder: Electrocardiogram abnormal, cardiac failure congestive. b Lung disorder: Pulmonary congestion, rales, rhonchi. c Respiratory disorder: Acute respiratory distress syndrome, lung infiltration, lung disorder, respiratory failure, endotracheal intubation. Adverse Reaction Proleukin N = 525 All Grades (%) Grade 4 (%) General disorders Chills 52 0 Pyrexia 29 1 Edema peripheral 28 0 Malaise 27 0 Asthenia 23 0 Edema 15 0 Pain 12 0 Cardiac disorders Hypotension 71 3 Blood pressure fluctuation Not documented 1 Tachycardia 23 0 Dilated veins 13 0 Supraventricular tachycardia 12 1 Ventricular tachycardia <10 1 Cardiovascular disorder a 11 0 Myocardial infarction <10 1 Arrhythmia 10 0 Cardiac arrest <10 1 Gastrointestinal disorders Diarrhea 67 2 Vomiting 50 0 Nausea 35 0 Stomatitis 22 <1 Decreased appetite 20 0 Abdominal pain 11 0 Abdominal distention 10 0 Blood and lymphatic system disorders Thrombocytopenia 37 1 Anemia 29 0 Leukopenia 16 0 Disseminated intravascular coagulation <10 1 Infections Infections 13 1 Sepsis <10 1 Hepatobiliary disorders Hyperbilirubinemia 40 2 Aspartate aminotransferase increased 23 1 Metabolic and nutritional disorders Weight increased 16 0 Acidosis 12 1 Hypomagnesemia 12 0 Hypocalcemia 11 <1 Blood alkaline phosphatase increased 10 0 Nervous system disorders Confusional state 34 1 Stupor <10 1 Coma <10 2 Psychotic disorder <10 1 Somnolence 22 0 Anxiety 12 0 Dizziness 11 0 Respiratory, thoracic, and mediastinal disorders Dyspnea 43 1 Lung disorder b 24 0 Respiratory disorder c 11 3 Apnea <10 1 Cough 11 0 Rhinitis 10 0 Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders Rash 42 0 Pruritis 24 0 Dermatitis exfoliative 18 0 Renal and urinary disorders Oliguria 63 6 Blood creatinine increased 33 1 Anuria <10 5 Acute kidney injury <10 1 Additional life-threatening adverse reactions (Grade 4) were reported by <1% of the 525 patients: Cardiac disorders: bradycardia, pericardial effusion, ventricular extrasystoles, myocardial ischemia, arrhythmia supraventricular, coronary artery disease, atrioventricular block second degree, endocarditis Eye disorders: mydriasis, pupillary disorder Gastrointestinal disorders: intestinal perforation, gastrointestinal hemorrhage, hematemesis, pancreatitis, diarrhea hemorrhagic General disorders and administration site conditions: hypothermia Infections and infestations: gangrene Metabolism and nutrition disorders: hyperuricemia Nervous system disorders: syncope, neuropathy peripheral, seizure, generalized tonic-clonic seizure Investigations: liver function tests abnormal, blood urea increased Psychiatric disorders: agitation, paranoia Renal and urinary disorders: renal failure, renal tubular necrosis Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders: respiratory acidosis, asthma, pulmonary edema, hyperventilation, hypoxia, hemoptysis, hypoventilation, pneumothorax Vascular disorders: shock, hemorrhage, phlebitis, thrombosis Other Clinical Trial Experience The following serious adverse reactions were reported in patients with RCC, melanoma, or other cancers treated with Proleukin-based regimens (n >1800 patients) using dosages other than the recommended dosage: Cardiovascular disorders: transient ischemic attacks, pericarditis Gastrointestinal disorders: duodenal ulcer; gastrointestinal necrosis, tracheo-esophageal fistula Nervous system disorders: meningitis, brain edema Renal and urinary disorders: nephritis (allergic) In the same clinical population, the following fatal events each occurred with a frequency of <1%: hyperthermia malignant; cardiac arrest; myocardial infarction; pulmonary embolism; cerebrovascular accident; intestinal perforation; hepatic failure or renal failure; severe depression leading to suicide; pulmonary edema; respiratory arrest; respiratory failure. Patients with ECOG PS of 1 or higher had a higher treatment-related mortality and serious adverse events. 6.2 Post Marketing Experience The following adverse reactions have been identified during post-approval use of Proleukin. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. Blood and lymphatic system disorders: neutropenia, febrile neutropenia, eosinophilia, lymphopenia Cardiac disorders: cardiomyopathy, cardiac tamponade Endocrine disorders: hyperthyroidism Gastrointestinal disorders: gastritis, intestinal obstruction General disorders and administration site conditions: injection site necrosis Hepatobiliary disorders: hepatitis, hepatosplenomegaly, cholecystitis Immune system disorders: anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, urticaria Infections and infestations: pneumonia (bacterial, fungal, viral), endocarditis, cellulitis Metabolism and nutrition disorders: hyponatremia, hypophosphatemia Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders: myopathy, rhabdomyolysis Nervous system disorders: encephalopathy, extrapyramidal disorder, neuralgia Psychiatric disorders: insomnia Vascular disorders: hypertension, subdural hemorrhage, subarachnoid hemorrhage, cerebral hemorrhage, retroperitoneal hemorrhage

Contraindications

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions Proleukin is contraindicated in patients with a known history of severe hypersensitivity to aldesleukin or any component of the Proleukin formulation [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )]. Organ Allografts Proleukin is contraindicated in patients with organ allografts [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] . Significant Organ Impairment Proleukin is contraindicated in patients with significant cardiac (including those with an abnormal cardiac ejection fraction, impaired wall motion, or significant coronary artery disease), pulmonary (including those with an FEV1 ≤ 2 liters or < 75% predicted for height and age), renal, hepatic, or CNS impairment [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 , 5.2 , 5.4 )] . Hypersensitivity to aldesleukin. ( 4 ) Organ allografts. ( 4 ) Significant organ impairment. ( 4 )

Description

11 DESCRIPTION Aldesleukin is a human interleukin-2 lymphocyte growth factor produced by recombinant DNA technology using a genetically engineered E. coli strain containing an analog of the human interleukin-2 gene. It is a purified protein with a molecular weight of approximately 15,300 Da. This recombinant form differs from native interleukin-2 in the following ways: a) aldesleukin is not glycosylated; b) the molecule has no N-terminal alanine; c) the molecule has serine substituted for cysteine at amino acid position 125. Proleukin exists as biologically active, non-covalently bound microaggregates with an average size of 27 recombinant interleukin-2 molecules; the aggregation state of aldesleukin may differ compared to native interleukin-2. The manufacturing process for aldesleukin involves fermentation in a defined medium containing tetracycline hydrochloride. The presence of tetracycline hydrochloride is not detectable in the final product. Proleukin (aldesleukin) for injection is a sterile, preservative-free white to off-white, lyophilized powder, which has a cake-like appearance, supplied in single-dose vials for intravenous administration after reconstitution and dilution. When reconstituted with 1.2 mL Sterile Water for Injection, USP, each mL contains 18 million International Units (1.1 mg) aldesleukin, mannitol (50 mg), sodium dodecyl sulfate (0.19 mg), buffered with disodium hydrogen phosphate dihydrate (1.12 mg) and sodium dihydrogen phosphate dihydrate (0.19 mg) to a pH of 7.5 (range 7.2 to 7.8).

Dosage And Administration

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Administer Proleukin in an inpatient hospital setting with an intensive care facility. Evaluate cardiovascular, pulmonary, neurologic and renal function before beginning Proleukin. ( 2.1 ) See Full Prescribing Information for Premedication and Supportive Medications. ( 2.3 ) Recommended dosage: 600,000 IU/kg (0.037 mg/kg) every 8 hours by a 15-minute intravenous infusion for a maximum of 14 doses. Following 9 days of rest, repeat the schedule for a maximum of another 14 doses (total of 28 doses per course, as tolerated). ( 2.2 ) Evaluate patients approximately 4 weeks after completion of a course of therapy and again immediately prior to the start of the next course. ( 2.2 ) Dose modification for toxicity should be accomplished by withholding or interrupting a dose. ( 2.4 ) Follow reconstitution and dilution procedures. ( 2.5 ) 2.1 Recommended Evaluation and Testing Before Initiating Proleukin Conduct baseline hematologic, chemistry, renal and hepatic function tests. Additionally, evaluate cardiac ejection fraction, coronary artery disease as appropriate, pulmonary function with PFTs, and evaluate for renal, hepatic, and CNS impairment prior to initiating treatment with Proleukin [see Contraindications ( 4 ), Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 , 5.2 )] . Verify pregnancy status of females of reproductive potential prior to initiating Proleukin [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ), Use in Specific Populations ( 8.1 , 8.3 )] . 2.2 Recommended Dosage Administer Proleukin in an inpatient hospital setting. An intensive care facility with specialists skilled in cardiopulmonary or intensive care medicine must be available [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . The recommended dosage of Proleukin for metastatic renal cell carcinoma and metastatic melanoma is described in Table 1. Administer Proleukin as an intravenous infusion after dilution [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.5 ) ] . Administer pre-infusion medications and supportive treatment, as appropriate, prior to and during each infusion [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.3 )]. Discontinue Proleukin for unacceptable toxicity [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 )]. Table 1: Recommended Dosage of Proleukin 1 A maximum of 28 doses (2 cycles) per treatment course Each course of therapy consists of the following: Cycle 1 Days 1-5 600,000 IU/kg (0.037 mg/kg) every 8 hours; maximum of 14 doses 1 Rest period Days 6-14 Cycle 2 Days 15-19 600,000 IU/kg (0.037 mg/kg) every 8 hours; maximum of 14 doses 1 Evaluate patients for response approximately 4 weeks after completion of a course of therapy and again immediately prior to the scheduled start of the next treatment course. Additional courses of treatment may be administered to patients if there is a treatment response following the last course, and the patient did not experience any adverse reactions in previous course(s) that led to permanent discontinuation [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 )]. Separate each treatment course by a rest period of at least 7 weeks from the date of hospital discharge. 2.3 Premedication and Supportive Medications Premedicate patients with an antipyretic immediately prior to beginning Proleukin. Continue antipyretics during treatment as needed for fever [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 , 5.10 )]. Administer prophylactic antibiotics per institutional guidelines prior to beginning Proleukin and throughout the treatment course for patients with indwelling central catheters [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )]. Administer prophylactic medication for gastrointestinal irritation and bleeding during each Proleukin treatment course [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )]. Additional medications may be needed if patients experience hypotension, dyspnea, rigors, nausea, diarrhea, pruritis, or dermatitis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 , 5.8 , 5.9 )]. 2.4 Dosage Modifications for Adverse Reactions No dose reduction for Proleukin is recommended for adverse reactions. In general, withhold or interrupt a dose or permanently discontinue Proleukin based on the severity of the adverse reaction as described in Table 2. Table 2: Recommended Dosage Modifications for Adverse Reactions Adverse Reaction Severity Dosage Modification Cardiovascular [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Atrial fibrillation, Supraventricular tachycardia, or Bradycardia that requires treatment or is recurrent or persistent Decrease in systolic blood pressure to <90 mmHg Withhold until patient is asymptomatic with full recovery to normal sinus rhythm Sustained ventricular tachycardia (≥5 beats) Cardiac rhythm disturbances not controlled or unresponsive to management ECG changes consistent with ischemia or myocardial infarction or angina/chest pain Cardiac tamponade Permanently discontinue Respiratory [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] O2 saturation <90% Withhold until O2 saturation is >90% Intubation for >72 hours Permanently discontinue Neurologic [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Mental status changes, including moderate confusion or agitation Withhold until completely resolved Coma or toxic psychosis lasting >48 hours Repetitive or difficult to control seizures Permanently discontinue Gastrointestinal [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Fecal immunochemical test (FIT) or fecal occult blood test (FOBT) positive Withhold until FIT or FOBT negative Bowel ischemia/perforation or GI bleeding requiring surgery Permanently discontinue Hepatic [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Signs of hepatic toxicity including liver pain or ≥ Grade 3 AST or ALT elevation Withhold all further treatment for that course. Initiate a new course of treatment no sooner than 7 weeks after signs of hepatic toxicity have resolved and hospital discharge Hepatic failure Permanently discontinue Dermatologic [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 , 5.7 )] Bullous dermatitis or marked worsening of pre-existing skin condition Withhold until all signs of bullous dermatitis have resolved Infectious [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Sepsis syndrome, patient is clinically unstable Withhold until sepsis syndrome has resolved, patient is clinically stable, infection is under treatment Renal [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 , 5.4 )] Serum creatinine >4.5 mg/dL or a serum creatinine of ≥4 mg/dL in the presence of severe volume overload, acidosis, or hyperkalemia Withhold until serum creatinine levels return to normal (<1.5 mg/dL) or baseline and fluid and electrolyte status are stable Persistent oliguria, urine output of <10 mL/hr for 16-24 hours with rising SCr Withhold until urine output >10 mL/hour with a decrease of serum creatinine >1.5 mg/dL or normalization of serum creatinine Renal failure requiring dialysis >72 hours Permanently discontinue 2.5 Preparation and Administration Preparation Reconstitute Proleukin using Sterile Water for Injection, USP. Do not reconstitute or dilute Proleukin with Bacteriostatic Water for Injection, or 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection. Add 1.2 mL of Sterile Water for Injection, USP, by injecting the water along the walls of the vial and not directly on the lyophilized powder. The resulting concentration is 18 million IU (1.1 mg)/mL of Proleukin. The prepared solution is a clear, colorless to slightly yellow liquid. Slowly swirl the vial; do not shake. Withdraw the required dose of Proleukin and discard the vial with any unused portion. Use polyvinyl chloride bags for dilution of Proleukin and dilute using 5% Dextrose Injection to a concentration between 0.03 mg/mL and 0.07 mg/mL based on the required dose as follows: Table 3: Recommended Proleukin Dilution Dose 5% Dextrose Volume ≤25.4 million IU (≤1.5 mg) 25 mL >25.4 million IU-60 million IU (>1.5 mg-3.5 mg) 50 mL >60 million IU (>3.5 mg) 100 mL Storage of Diluted Proleukin Infusion Solution Store under refrigeration at 2° to 8°C (36° to 46°F) for no more than 48 hours from the time of preparation to the end of the infusion. Protect from light. Do not freeze. Allow the diluted solution to come to room temperature prior to administration. Administration Do not use in-line filters when administering Proleukin. Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. Do not co-administer Proleukin with other drugs through the same intravenous line. Administer by intravenous infusion over 15 minutes.

Indications And Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Proleukin is a lymphocyte growth factor indicated for: The treatment of adults with metastatic renal cell carcinoma. ( 1.1 ) The treatment of adults with metastatic melanoma. ( 1.2 ) 1.1 Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma Proleukin is indicated for the treatment of adults with metastatic renal cell carcinoma (RCC). 1.2 Metastatic Melanoma Proleukin is indicated for the treatment of adults with metastatic melanoma.

Overdosage

10 OVERDOSAGE Exceeding the recommended dose of Proleukin has been associated with a more rapid onset of severe or life-threatening toxicities. Treat toxicities supportively; life-threatening toxicities may be ameliorated by the intravenous administration of dexamethasone.

Adverse Reactions Table

Table 4: Adverse Reactions (≥10% all grades or ≥1% Grade 4) in Patients with Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma or Metastatic Melanoma (n=525) receiving Proleukin

a Cardiovascular disorder: Electrocardiogram abnormal, cardiac failure congestive.

b Lung disorder: Pulmonary congestion, rales, rhonchi.

c Respiratory disorder: Acute respiratory distress syndrome, lung infiltration, lung disorder, respiratory failure, endotracheal intubation.

Adverse Reaction

Proleukin

N = 525

All Grades (%)

Grade 4 (%)

General disorders

Chills

52

0

Pyrexia

29

1

Edema peripheral

28

0

Malaise

27

0

Asthenia

23

0

Edema

15

0

Pain

12

0

Cardiac disorders

Hypotension

71

3

Blood pressure fluctuation

Not documented

1

Tachycardia

23

0

Dilated veins

13

0

Supraventricular tachycardia

12

1

Ventricular tachycardia

<10

1

Cardiovascular disordera

11

0

Myocardial infarction

<10

1

Arrhythmia

10

0

Cardiac arrest

<10

1

Gastrointestinal disorders

Diarrhea

67

2

Vomiting

50

0

Nausea

35

0

Stomatitis

22

<1

Decreased appetite

20

0

Abdominal pain

11

0

Abdominal distention

10

0

Blood and lymphatic system disorders

Thrombocytopenia

37

1

Anemia

29

0

Leukopenia

16

0

Disseminated intravascular coagulation

<10

1

Infections

Infections

13

1

Sepsis

<10

1

Hepatobiliary disorders

Hyperbilirubinemia

40

2

Aspartate aminotransferase increased

23

1

Metabolic and nutritional disorders

Weight increased

16

0

Acidosis

12

1

Hypomagnesemia

12

0

Hypocalcemia

11

<1

Blood alkaline phosphatase increased

10

0

Nervous system disorders

Confusional state

34

1

Stupor

<10

1

Coma

<10

2

Psychotic disorder

<10

1

Somnolence

22

0

Anxiety

12

0

Dizziness

11

0

Respiratory, thoracic, and mediastinal disorders

Dyspnea

43

1

Lung disorderb

24

0

Respiratory disorderc

11

3

Apnea

<10

1

Cough

11

0

Rhinitis

10

0

Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders

Rash

42

0

Pruritis

24

0

Dermatitis exfoliative

18

0

Renal and urinary disorders

Oliguria

63

6

Blood creatinine increased

33

1

Anuria

<10

5

Acute kidney injury

<10

1

Drug Interactions

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Drug interaction studies with Proleukin have not been conducted. The drug interaction information described below have been observed post-marketing. See Full Prescribing Information for important drug interactions. ( 7 ) 7.1 Effect of Other Drugs on Proleukin Glucocorticoids Avoid concomitant use of glucocorticoids. Coadministration with glucocorticoids may reduce aldesleukin antitumor effectiveness. 7.2 Effect of Proleukin on Other Drugs Radiographic Iodinated Contrast Media Monitor for delayed adverse reactions in patients receiving iodinated contrast media following Proleukin. Administration of radiographic iodinated contrast media following administration of interleukin-2 resulted in acute, atypical adverse reactions that resemble the immediate side effects caused by Proleukin in some patients [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 )] . Effect on Cytochrome P-450 Substrates For certain CYP substrates, minimal changes in the concentration may lead to serious adverse reactions. Monitor for toxicity or drug concentration changes of such CYP substrates when co-administered with Proleukin. Aldesleukin causes release of cytokines [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.2 )] that may suppress activity of CYP enzymes, resulting in increased exposure of CYP substrates.

Clinical Pharmacology

12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY 12.1 Mechanism of Action Aldesleukin is an interleukin-2 lymphocyte growth factor. The antitumor activity of aldesleukin has not been fully characterized. In vitro studies performed on human cell lines show enhancement of lymphocyte mitogenesis and cytotoxicity, induction of killer cell activity [lymphokine-activated killer (LAK) and natural killer (NK) cells] and interferon gamma production, and proliferation of human interleukin-2-dependent cell lines. Administration of aldesleukin in animals and humans produces multiple immunological effects in a dose-dependent manner. These effects include activation of cellular immunity and the production of cytokines including tumor necrosis factor, IL-1, and interferon gamma. In vivo experiments in murine melanoma and sarcoma tumor models have shown inhibition of tumor growth. 12.2 Pharmacodynamics Dose-dependent immunological effects including activation of cellular immunity with lymphocytosis, eosinophilia, and thrombocytopenia, and the production of cytokines including tumor necrosis factor, IL-1, and gamma interferon were observed following administration of aldesleukin in animals and humans. Aldesleukin exposure-response relationships and the time course of pharmacodynamic response are unknown. 12.3 Pharmacokinetics Aldesleukin serum concentrations change proportionally with the Proleukin dosage. Distribution Aldesleukin is rapidly distributed (distribution half-life of 13 minutes) into the extravascular space following a Proleukin intravenous infusion. Elimination The serum elimination half-life aldesleukin is 85 minutes in patients with cancer following a 5-minute intravenous infusion of Proleukin. The mean clearance rate of aldesleukin is 268 mL/min. Metabolism Aldesleukin is metabolized to amino acids in the proximal convoluted tubules of the kidney. Excretion Aldesleukin is primarily excreted in the kidney by both glomerular filtration and peritubular extraction. In the kidney it is metabolized and excreted into urine with little or no aldesleukin present. 12.6 Immunogenicity The observed incidence of anti-drug antibodies is highly dependent on the sensitivity and specificity of the assay. Differences in assay methods preclude meaningful comparisons of the incidence of anti-drug antibodies in the studies described below with the incidence of anti-drug antibodies in other studies. In clinical studies, using an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), low titers of anti-aldesleukin antibodies were observed in 74% (57 of 77) of patients with metastatic renal cell carcinoma treated with an every 8-hour Proleukin regimen and in 66% (33 of 50) of patients with metastatic melanoma treated with a variety of intravenous regimens. In a separate study in 13 patients, following the first cycle of therapy, the geometric mean aldesleukin exposure (AUC) on Day 15 compared to Day 1 increased by 68% in 11 patients who developed anti-aldesleukin antibodies while no change was observed in the 2 antibody-negative patients. Overall, neutralizing antibodies were detected in 1 patient. Based on these data, the clinical relevance of anti-aldesleukin antibodies could not be assessed.

Mechanism Of Action

12.1 Mechanism of Action Aldesleukin is an interleukin-2 lymphocyte growth factor. The antitumor activity of aldesleukin has not been fully characterized. In vitro studies performed on human cell lines show enhancement of lymphocyte mitogenesis and cytotoxicity, induction of killer cell activity [lymphokine-activated killer (LAK) and natural killer (NK) cells] and interferon gamma production, and proliferation of human interleukin-2-dependent cell lines. Administration of aldesleukin in animals and humans produces multiple immunological effects in a dose-dependent manner. These effects include activation of cellular immunity and the production of cytokines including tumor necrosis factor, IL-1, and interferon gamma. In vivo experiments in murine melanoma and sarcoma tumor models have shown inhibition of tumor growth.

Pharmacodynamics

12.2 Pharmacodynamics Dose-dependent immunological effects including activation of cellular immunity with lymphocytosis, eosinophilia, and thrombocytopenia, and the production of cytokines including tumor necrosis factor, IL-1, and gamma interferon were observed following administration of aldesleukin in animals and humans. Aldesleukin exposure-response relationships and the time course of pharmacodynamic response are unknown.

Pharmacokinetics

12.3 Pharmacokinetics Aldesleukin serum concentrations change proportionally with the Proleukin dosage. Distribution Aldesleukin is rapidly distributed (distribution half-life of 13 minutes) into the extravascular space following a Proleukin intravenous infusion. Elimination The serum elimination half-life aldesleukin is 85 minutes in patients with cancer following a 5-minute intravenous infusion of Proleukin. The mean clearance rate of aldesleukin is 268 mL/min. Metabolism Aldesleukin is metabolized to amino acids in the proximal convoluted tubules of the kidney. Excretion Aldesleukin is primarily excreted in the kidney by both glomerular filtration and peritubular extraction. In the kidney it is metabolized and excreted into urine with little or no aldesleukin present.

Effective Time

20230929

Version

6

Dosage And Administration Table

Table 1: Recommended Dosage of Proleukin

1 A maximum of 28 doses (2 cycles) per treatment course

Each course of therapy consists of the following:

Cycle 1

Days 1-5

600,000 IU/kg (0.037 mg/kg) every 8 hours; maximum of 14 doses1

Rest period

Days 6-14

Cycle 2

Days 15-19

600,000 IU/kg (0.037 mg/kg) every 8 hours; maximum of 14 doses1

Dosage Forms And Strengths

3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS For Injection: 22 million International Units (1.3 mg) of aldesleukin available as a white to off-white, lyophilized powder in a single-dose vial for reconstitution. When reconstituted, each mL contains 18 million International Units (1.1 mg) aldesleukin. For Injection: 22 million International Units (1.3 mg) lyophilized powder in a single-dose vial. ( 3 )

Spl Product Data Elements

Proleukin aldesleukin aldesleukin aldesleukin MANNITOL SODIUM PHOSPHATE, MONOBASIC, UNSPECIFIED FORM SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE SODIUM PHOSPHATE, DIBASIC, UNSPECIFIED FORM WATER

Animal Pharmacology And Or Toxicology

13.2 Animal Toxicology and/or Pharmacology Repeated doses of aldesleukin administered to animals intravenously resulted in dose-dependent extramedullary hematopoiesis and lymphoid hyperplasia.

Carcinogenesis And Mutagenesis And Impairment Of Fertility

13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility The carcinogenic and genotoxic potential of aldesleukin have not been evaluated. Animal fertility studies have not been conducted with aldesleukin.

Nonclinical Toxicology

13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY 13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility The carcinogenic and genotoxic potential of aldesleukin have not been evaluated. Animal fertility studies have not been conducted with aldesleukin. 13.2 Animal Toxicology and/or Pharmacology Repeated doses of aldesleukin administered to animals intravenously resulted in dose-dependent extramedullary hematopoiesis and lymphoid hyperplasia.

Application Number

BLA103293

Brand Name

Proleukin

Generic Name

aldesleukin

Product Ndc

76310-022

Product Type

HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG

Route

INTRAVENOUS

Package Label Principal Display Panel

Principal Display Panel - Proleukin Label NDC 76310-022-01 Rx only Proleukin ® (aldesleukin) for injection 22 million International Units/Vial (1.3 mg/vial) Single-Dose Vial • Discard Unused Portion CLINIGEN PR019VL-03 proleukin-label

Information For Patients

17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION Inform patients or caregivers of the following risks of Proleukin: Capillary Leak Syndrome Advise patients about the risk of capillary leak syndrome and to inform their healthcare provider immediately if they develop new or worsening symptoms of hypotension, dyspnea, or edema [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )]. Neurotoxicity Advise the patient to inform their healthcare provider immediately if they develop mental status changes, speech difficulties, blindness, ataxia, hallucinations, agitation, or experienced a seizure [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )]. Serious Infections Including Sepsis Advise patients to inform their healthcare provider immediately if they develop signs of infection or sepsis including fever, chills, weakness, dyspnea [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )]. Immune-mediated Adverse Reactions Advise patients that Proleukin can cause immune-mediated adverse reactions and can exacerbate pre-existing autoimmune disease. These immune-mediated adverse reactions can occur in any organ system or tissue. Proleukin may also increase the risk of allograft rejection in transplant patients. Advise patients to contact their healthcare provider for any new or worsening signs or symptoms [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] . Hypothyroidism, sometimes preceded by hyperthyroidism, has been reported following Proleukin treatment. Evaluate thyroid function at baseline and periodically during treatment and initiate thyroid replacement therapy as clinically indicated. Hyperglycemia and/or diabetes mellitus has been reported during Proleukin therapy. Monitor patients for hyperglycemia and initiate treatment with insulin as clinically indicated. Serious Manifestations of Eosinophilia Advise patients to inform their healthcare provider immediately if they develop serious symptoms of eosinophilia including new severe rash or dyspnea [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 )]. Delayed Adverse Reactions to Iodinated Contrast Media Advise patients to inform their health care provider that they received Proleukin prior to undergoing imaging that requires iodinated contrast material [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 )]. Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with Proleukin [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ), Use in Specific Populations ( 8.1 , 8.3 )] . Proleukin may cause fetal harm. Advise females of reproductive potential to inform their healthcare provider of a known or suspected pregnancy [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ), Use in Specific Populations ( 8.1 , 8.3 )] . Lactation Advise females not to breastfeed during treatment with Proleukin [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.2 )] . Hypersensitivity Advise patients to inform their healthcare provider if they develop signs and symptoms of hypersensitivity reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.9 )]. Manufactured by: Clinigen, Inc. Malvern, PA 19355 U.S. License No. 2154 At Boehringer Ingelheim Pharma Biberach/Riss, Germany For additional information, contact Clinigen, Inc. 1-877-PROLEUKIN (1-877-776-5385) PROLEUKIN is a registered trademark. © Clinigen, Inc. Proleukin logo Clinigen logo

Clinical Studies

14 CLINICAL STUDIES 14.1 Metastatic Renal Cell Cancer The efficacy of Proleukin was evaluated in two hundred fifty-five patients with metastatic renal cell carcinoma (mRCC) in 7 clinical studies conducted at 21 institutions (mRCC studies). Eligible patients had an Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) Performance Status (PS) of 0 or 1 and normal organ function as determined by cardiac stress test, pulmonary function tests, and creatinine ≤1.5 mg/dL. Studies excluded patients with brain metastases, active infections, organ allografts, and diseases requiring steroid treatment. Not all patients in these studies received the recommended Proleukin dosing regimen. The major efficacy outcome measure was objective response rate (ORR) determined by investigator assessment per ECOG response criteria for solid tumors (1982). Efficacy results are summarized in Table 5 . Table 5: Proleukin Efficacy Results in mRCC Studies + Denotes ongoing responses Proleukin (n=255) Objective Response Rate ORR (95% CI), % 15% (11, 20) Complete Response (CR), % 7% Partial Response (PR), % 8% Duration of response (months) Number of Patients Who Responded n= 37 Median (months) 54 Range (months) 3, 131+ 14.2 Metastatic Melanoma The efficacy of Proleukin was evaluated in two hundred seventy patients with metastatic melanoma in 8 clinical studies conducted at 22 institutions (metastatic melanoma studies). Eligible patients had an Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) Performance Status (PS) of 0 or 1 and normal organ function as determined by cardiac stress test, pulmonary function tests, and creatinine ≤1.5 mg/dL. Studies excluded patients with brain metastases, active infections, organ allografts, and diseases requiring steroid treatment. Not all patients in these studies received the recommended Proleukin dosing regimen. Patients with metastatic melanoma received a median of 18 of the 28 scheduled doses of Proleukin during the first course of therapy. The major efficacy outcome measure was objective response rate (ORR) determined by investigator assessment per ECOG response criteria for solid tumors (1982). Efficacy results are summarized in Table 6 . Table 6: Proleukin Efficacy Results in Metastatic Melanoma Studies + Denotes ongoing responses Proleukin (n=270) Objective Response Rate ORR (95% CI) 16% (12, 21) Complete Response (CR), % 6% Partial Response (PR), % 10% Duration of response (months) Number of Patients Who Responded n= 43 Median (months) (95% CI) 9 Range (months) 1, 122+

Clinical Studies Table

Table 5: Proleukin Efficacy Results in mRCC Studies
+ Denotes ongoing responses
Proleukin (n=255)
Objective Response Rate
ORR (95% CI), %15% (11, 20)
Complete Response (CR), %7%
Partial Response (PR), %8%
Duration of response (months)
Number of Patients Who Respondedn= 37
Median (months)54
Range (months)3, 131+

Geriatric Use

8.5 Geriatric Use Clinical studies of Proleukin did not include sufficient numbers of patients 65 years of age and older to determine whether they respond differently from younger adult patients.

Pediatric Use

8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of Proleukin have not been established in pediatric patients.

Pregnancy

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on findings in an animal study and its mechanism of action, Proleukin may cause fetal harm or loss of pregnancy when administered to a pregnant woman [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.1 )]. Data on the use of Proleukin in pregnant women are limited and insufficient to assess the drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or other adverse maternal or fetal outcomes; however, development of capillary leak syndrome during pregnancy can lead to adverse fetal outcomes (see Clinical Considerations) . Intravenous administration of aldesleukin to pregnant rats during the period of organogenesis resulted in embryo lethality at doses 27 times and maternal toxicities at doses 2.1 times the human exposure at the recommended clinical dose (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%–4% and 15–20%, respectively. Clinical Considerations Fetal/Neonatal Adverse Reactions Capillary leak syndrome in women who are exposed to Proleukin during pregnancy may result in maternal hypotension and decreased placental perfusion. Severe or prolonged maternal hypotension and decreased placental perfusion can lead to intrauterine growth restriction, perinatal asphyxia, or fetal/neonatal demise. Monitor fetal and neonatal status in pregnant women who develop capillary leak syndrome associated with Proleukin. Data Animal Data Aldesleukin has been shown to have embryolethal effects in rats when given in doses at 27 to 36 times the human dose (scaled by body weight). Significant maternal toxicities were observed in pregnant rats administered aldesleukin by IV injection at doses 2.1 to 36 times higher than the human dose during critical period of organogenesis.

Use In Specific Populations

8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Pregnancy: May cause fetal harm. ( 8.1 ) Lactation: Advise not to breastfeed. ( 8.2 ) 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on findings in an animal study and its mechanism of action, Proleukin may cause fetal harm or loss of pregnancy when administered to a pregnant woman [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.1 )]. Data on the use of Proleukin in pregnant women are limited and insufficient to assess the drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or other adverse maternal or fetal outcomes; however, development of capillary leak syndrome during pregnancy can lead to adverse fetal outcomes (see Clinical Considerations) . Intravenous administration of aldesleukin to pregnant rats during the period of organogenesis resulted in embryo lethality at doses 27 times and maternal toxicities at doses 2.1 times the human exposure at the recommended clinical dose (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%–4% and 15–20%, respectively. Clinical Considerations Fetal/Neonatal Adverse Reactions Capillary leak syndrome in women who are exposed to Proleukin during pregnancy may result in maternal hypotension and decreased placental perfusion. Severe or prolonged maternal hypotension and decreased placental perfusion can lead to intrauterine growth restriction, perinatal asphyxia, or fetal/neonatal demise. Monitor fetal and neonatal status in pregnant women who develop capillary leak syndrome associated with Proleukin. Data Animal Data Aldesleukin has been shown to have embryolethal effects in rats when given in doses at 27 to 36 times the human dose (scaled by body weight). Significant maternal toxicities were observed in pregnant rats administered aldesleukin by IV injection at doses 2.1 to 36 times higher than the human dose during critical period of organogenesis. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary There are no data on the presence of aldesleukin in either human or animal milk, the effects on the breastfed child, or the effects on milk production. Maternal cytokines are known to be present in human breast milk. Because of the potential for serious adverse reactions from Proleukin in a breastfed child, such as impaired immune function, advise women not to breastfeed during treatment. 8.3 Females and Males of Reproductive Potential Based on animal data and mechanism of action, Proleukin may cause embryo-fetal harm [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.1 )]. Pregnancy Testing Verify pregnancy status of females of reproductive potential prior to initiating Proleukin [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.1 )]. Contraception Females Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with Proleukin. 8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of Proleukin have not been established in pediatric patients. 8.5 Geriatric Use Clinical studies of Proleukin did not include sufficient numbers of patients 65 years of age and older to determine whether they respond differently from younger adult patients.

How Supplied

16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING Proleukin ® (aldesleukin) for injection is supplied in single-dose vials. Each vial contains 22 million International Units (1.3 mg) of Proleukin. NDC 76310-022-01 Individually boxed single-dose vial Store unopened vials refrigerated at 2° to 8°C (36° to 46°F) in the original carton to protect from light. Do not use beyond the expiration date printed on the vial. NOTE: This product contains no preservative.

Boxed Warning

WARNING: CAPILLARY LEAK SYNDROME (CLS), NEUROLOGIC TOXICITIES and SERIOUS INFECTIONS Capillary leak syndrome (CLS), including life threatening or fatal reactions, has occurred in patients treated with Proleukin. Do not administer Proleukin to patients with significant cardiac, pulmonary, renal, and hepatic impairment. Administer Proleukin in a hospital setting with an intensive care facility. Withhold or discontinue Proleukin as recommended [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 ), Contraindications ( 4 ), Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . Neurologic toxicities, which may be life-threatening or result in coma or permanent neurological deficits, have occurred in patients treated with Proleukin. Withhold or discontinue Proleukin as recommended [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 ), Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . Serious Infections including sepsis and bacterial endocarditis have occurred in patients treated with Proleukin. Treat pre-existing bacterial infections prior to initiation of Proleukin therapy and withhold Proleukin as recommended [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 ), Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] . WARNING: CAPILLARY LEAK SYNDROME (CLS), NEUROLOGIC TOXICITY, AND SERIOUS INFECTIONS See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. Capillary Leak Syndrome (CLS) including life-threatening or fatal reactions, has occurred in patients treated with Proleukin. Administer Proleukin in a hospital setting with an intensive care unit. Withhold or discontinue Proleukin as recommended. ( 2.4 , 4 , 5.1 ) Neurologic toxicities, which may be life-threatening or result in coma or permanent neurological deficits, have occurred in patients treated with Proleukin. Withhold or discontinue Proleukin as recommended. ( 2.4 , 5.2 ) Serious infections including sepsis and bacterial endocarditis have occurred in patients treated with Proleukin. Treat preexisting bacterial infections prior to initiating Proleukin and withhold Proleukin as recommended. ( 2.4 , 5.3 )

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