Drug Detail:Fulphila (Pegfilgrastim [ peg-fil-gras-tim ])
Drug Class: Colony stimulating factors
Highlights of Prescribing Information
FULPHILA® (pegfilgrastim-jmdb) injection, for subcutaneous use
Initial U.S. Approval: 2018
FULPHILA® (pegfilgrastim-jmdb) is biosimilar* to NEULASTA® (pegfilgrastim). (1)
Recent Major Changes
Warnings and Precautions, Thrombocytopenia (5.7) 03/2021
Warnings and Precautions, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS) and Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) (5.10) 03/2021
Indications and Usage for Fulphila Injection
Fulphila is a leukocyte growth factor indicated to
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- Decrease the incidence of infection, as manifested by febrile neutropenia, in patients with non-myeloid malignancies receiving myelosuppressive anti-cancer drugs associated with a clinically significant incidence of febrile neutropenia. (1.1)
Limitations of Use
Fulphila is not indicated for the mobilization of peripheral blood progenitor cells for hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.
Fulphila Injection Dosage and Administration
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- Patients with cancer receiving myelosuppressive chemotherapy
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- 6 mg administered subcutaneously once per chemotherapy cycle. (2.1)
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- Do not administer between 14 days before and 24 hours after administration of cytotoxic chemotherapy. (2.1)
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- Use weight based dosing for pediatric patients weighing less than 45 kg; refer to Table 1. (2.2)
Dosage Forms and Strengths
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- Injection: 6 mg/0.6 mL solution in a single-dose prefilled syringe for manual use only. (3)
Contraindications
Patients with a history of serious allergic reactions to human granulocyte colony-stimulating factors such as pegfilgrastim products or filgrastim products. (4)
Warnings and Precautions
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- Fatal splenic rupture: Evaluate patients who report left upper abdominal or shoulder pain for an enlarged spleen or splenic rupture. (5.1)
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- Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS): Evaluate patients who develop fever, lung infiltrates, or respiratory distress. Discontinue Fulphila in patients with ARDS. (5.2)
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- Serious allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis: Permanently discontinue Fulphila in patients with serious allergic reactions. (5.3)
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- Fatal sickle cell crises: Discontinue Fulphila if sickle cell crisis occurs. (5.4)
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- Glomerulonephritis: Evaluate and consider dose-reduction or interruption of Fulphila if causality is likely. (5.5)
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- Thrombocytopenia: Monitor platelet counts. (5.7)
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- Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS) and Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML): Monitor patients with breast and lung cancer using Fulphila in conjunction with chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy for signs and symptoms of MDS/AML. (5.10)
Adverse Reactions/Side Effects
Most common adverse reactions (≥ 5% difference in incidence compared to placebo) are bone pain and pain in extremity. (6.1)
To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Biocon Biologics Inc. at 1-833-986-1468 (1-877-4-INFO-RX) or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
*Biosimilar means that the biological product is approved based on data demonstrating that it is highly similar to an FDA-approved biological product, known as a reference product, and that there are no clinically meaningful differences between the biosimilar product and the reference product.
Biosimilarity of Fulphila has been demonstrated for the condition(s) of use (e.g. indication(s), dosing regimen(s)), strength(s), dosage form(s), and route(s) of administration described in its Full Prescribing Information.
See 17 for PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION and FDA-approved patient labeling.
Revised: 6/2023
Full Prescribing Information
1. Indications and Usage for Fulphila Injection
1.1 Patients with Cancer Receiving Myelosuppressive Chemotherapy
Fulphila is indicated to decrease the incidence of infection, as manifested by febrile neutropenia, in patients with non-myeloid malignancies receiving myelosuppressive anti-cancer drugs associated with a clinically significant incidence of febrile neutropenia [see Clinical Studies (14.1)].
2. Fulphila Injection Dosage and Administration
2.1 Patients with Cancer Receiving Myelosuppressive Chemotherapy
The recommended dosage of Fulphila is a single subcutaneous injection of 6 mg administered once per chemotherapy cycle. For dosing in pediatric patients weighing less than 45 kg, refer to Table 1. Do not administer Fulphila between 14 days before and 24 hours after administration of cytotoxic chemotherapy.
2.2 Administration
Fulphila is administered subcutaneously via a single-dose prefilled syringe for manual use.
Prior to use‚ remove the carton from the refrigerator and allow the Fulphila prefilled syringe to reach room temperature for a minimum of 30 minutes. Discard any prefilled syringe left at room temperature for greater than 72 hours.
Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. Do not administer Fulphila if discoloration or particulates are observed.
Pediatric Patients weighing less than 45 kg
The Fulphila prefilled syringe is not designed to allow for direct administration of doses less than 0.6 mL (6 mg). The syringe does not bear graduation marks, which are necessary to accurately measure doses of Fulphila less than 0.6 mL (6 mg) for direct administration to patients. Thus, the direct administration to patients requiring dosing of less than 0.6 mL (6 mg) is not recommended due to the potential for dosing errors. Refer to Table 1.
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Body Weight |
Fulphila Dose |
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Less than 10 kg* |
See below |
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10 to 20 kg |
1.5 mg |
0.15 mL |
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21 to 30 kg |
2.5 mg |
0.25 mL |
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31 to 44 kg |
4 mg |
0.4 mL |
3. Dosage Forms and Strengths
Fulphila is a clear, colorless, preservative-free solution available as:
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- Injection: 6 mg/0.6 mL in a single-dose prefilled syringe for manual use only.
4. Contraindications
Fulphila is contraindicated in patients with a history of serious allergic reactions to pegfilgrastim products or filgrastim products. Reactions have included anaphylaxis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)].
5. Warnings and Precautions
5.1 Splenic Rupture
Splenic rupture, including fatal cases, can occur following the administration of pegfilgrastim products. Evaluate for an enlarged spleen or splenic rupture in patients who report left upper abdominal or shoulder pain after receiving Fulphila.
5.2 Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) can occur in patients receiving pegfilgrastim products. Evaluate patients who develop fever and lung infiltrates or respiratory distress after receiving Fulphila, for ARDS. Discontinue Fulphila in patients with ARDS.
5.3 Serious Allergic Reactions
Serious allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, can occur in patients receiving pegfilgrastim products. The majority of reported events occurred upon initial exposure. Allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, can recur within days after the discontinuation of initial anti-allergic treatment. Permanently discontinue Fulphila in patients with serious allergic reactions. Do not administer Fulphila to patients with a history of serious allergic reactions to pegfilgrastim products or filgrastim products.
5.4 Use in Patients with Sickle Cell Disorders
Severe and sometimes fatal sickle cell crises can occur in patients with sickle cell disorders receiving pegfilgrastim products. Discontinue Fulphila if sickle cell crisis occurs.
5.5 Glomerulonephritis
Glomerulonephritis has occurred in patients receiving pegfilgrastim. The diagnoses were based upon azotemia, hematuria (microscopic and macroscopic), proteinuria, and renal biopsy. Generally, events of glomerulonephritis resolved after dose reduction or discontinuation of pegfilgrastim. If glomerulonephritis is suspected, evaluate for cause. If causality is likely, consider dose-reduction or interruption of Fulphila.
5.6 Leukocytosis
White blood cell (WBC) counts of 100 x 109/L or greater have been observed in patients receiving pegfilgrastim products. Monitoring of complete blood count (CBC) during Fulphila therapy is recommended.
5.7 Thrombocytopenia
Thrombocytopenia has been reported in patients receiving pegfilgrastim. Monitor platelet counts.
5.8 Capillary Leak Syndrome
Capillary leak syndrome has been reported after G-CSF administration, including pegfilgrastim, and is characterized by hypotension, hypoalbuminemia, edema and hemoconcentration. Episodes vary in frequency, severity and may be life-threatening if treatment is delayed. Patients who develop symptoms of capillary leak syndrome should be closely monitored and receive standard symptomatic treatment, which may include a need for intensive care.
5.9 Potential for Tumor Growth Stimulatory Effects on Malignant Cells
The granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF) receptor through which pegfilgrastim products and filgrastim products act has been found on tumor cell lines. The possibility that pegfilgrastim products act as a growth factor for any tumor type, including myeloid malignancies and myelodysplasia, diseases for which pegfilgrastim products are not approved, cannot be excluded.
5.10 Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS) and Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) in Patients with Breast and Lung Cancer
MDS and AML have been associated with the use of pegfilgrastim in conjunction with chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy in patients with breast and lung cancer. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of MDS/AML in these settings.
5.11 Aortitis
Aortitis has been reported in patients receiving pegfilgrastim. It may occur as early as the first week after start of therapy. Manifestations may include generalized signs and symptoms such as fever, abdominal pain, malaise, back pain, and increased inflammatory markers (e.g., c-reactive protein and white blood cell count). Consider aortitis in patients who develop these signs and symptoms without known etiology. Discontinue Fulphila if aortitis is suspected.
6. Adverse Reactions/Side Effects
The following clinically significant adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling:
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- Splenic Rupture [See Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]
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- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome [See Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]
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- Serious Allergic Reactions [See Warnings and Precautions (5.3)]
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- Use in Patients with Sickle Cell Disorders [See Warnings and Precautions (5.4)]
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- Glomerulonephritis [See Warnings and Precautions (5.5)]
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- Leukocytosis [See Warnings and Precautions (5.6)]
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- Thrombocytopenia [See Warnings and Precautions (5.7)]
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- Capillary Leak Syndrome [See Warnings and Precautions (5.8)]
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- Potential for Tumor Growth Stimulatory Effects on Malignant Cells [See Warnings and Precautions (5.9)]
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- Myelodysplastic syndrome [See Warnings and Precautions (5.10)]
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- Acute myeloid leukemia [See Warnings and Precautions (5.10)]
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- Aortitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.11)]
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 with rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in clinical practice.
Pegfilgrastim clinical trials safety data are based upon 932 patients receiving pegfilgrastim in seven randomized clinical trials. The population was 21 to 88 years of age and 92% female. The ethnicity was 75% Caucasian, 18% Hispanic, 5% Black, and 1% Asian. Patients with breast (n = 823), lung and thoracic tumors (n = 53) and lymphoma (n = 56) received pegfilgrastim after nonmyeloablative cytotoxic chemotherapy. Most patients received a single 100 mcg/kg (n = 259) or a single 6 mg (n = 546) dose per chemotherapy cycle over 4 cycles.
The following adverse reaction data in Table 2 are from a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study in patients with metastatic or non-metastatic breast cancer receiving docetaxel 100 mg/m2 every 21 days (Study 3). A total of 928 patients were randomized to receive either 6 mg pegfilgrastim (n = 467) or placebo (n = 461). The patients were 21 to 88 years of age and 99% female. The ethnicity was 66% Caucasian, 31% Hispanic, 2% Black, and < 1% Asian, Native American, or other.
The most common adverse reactions occurring in ≥ 5% of patients and with a between-group difference of ≥ 5% higher in the pegfilgrastim arm in placebo-controlled clinical trials are bone pain and pain in extremity.
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Placebo (N = 461) |
Pegfilgrastim 6 mg SC on Day 2 (N = 467) |
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Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders |
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Bone pain |
26% |
31% |
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Pain in extremity |
4% |
9% |
6.2 Immunogenicity
As with all therapeutic proteins, there is a potential for immunogenicity. The detection of antibody formation is highly dependent on the sensitivity and specificity of the assay. Additionally, the observed incidence of antibody (including neutralizing antibody) positivity in an assay may be influenced by several factors, including assay methodology, sample handling, timing of sample collection, concomitant medications, and underlying disease. For these reasons, comparison of the incidence of antibodies in the studies described below with the incidence of antibodies in other studies or to other pegfilgrastim products may be misleading.
Binding antibodies to pegfilgrastim were detected using a BIAcore assay. The approximate limit of detection for this assay is 500 ng/mL. Pre-existing binding antibodies were detected in approximately 6% (51/849) of patients with metastatic breast cancer. Four of 521 pegfilgrastim-treated subjects who were negative at baseline developed binding antibodies to pegfilgrastim following treatment. None of these 4 patients had evidence of neutralizing antibodies detected using a cell-based bioassay.
6.3 Postmarketing Experience
The following adverse reactions have been identified during post approval use of pegfilgrastim products. 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.
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- Splenic rupture and splenomegaly (enlarged spleen) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]
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- Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]
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- Allergic reactions/hypersensitivity, including anaphylaxis, skin rash, and urticaria, generalized erythema, and flushing [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)]
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- Sickle cell crisis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)]
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- Glomerulonephritis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)]
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- Leukocytosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6)]
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- Thrombocytopenia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7)]
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- Capillary Leak Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8)]
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- Injection site reactions
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- Sweet’s syndrome, (acute febrile neutrophilic dermatosis), cutaneous vasculitis
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- Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) and acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in patients with breast and lung cancer receiving chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10)]
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- Aortitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.11)]
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- Alveolar hemorrhage
8. Use In Specific Populations
8.1 Pregnancy
Risk Summary
Although available data with Fulphila or pegfilgrastim product use in pregnant women are insufficient to establish whether there is a drug associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes, there are available data from published studies in pregnant women exposed to filgrastim products. These studies have not established an association of filgrastim product use during pregnancy with major birth defects, miscarriage or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes.
In animal studies, no evidence of reproductive/developmental toxicity occurred in the offspring of pregnant rats that received cumulative doses of pegfilgrastim approximately 10 times the recommended human dose (based on body surface area). In pregnant rabbits, increased embryolethality and spontaneous abortions occurred at 4 times the maximum recommended human dose simultaneously with signs of maternal toxicity (see Data).
The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively.
Data
Human Data
Retrospective studies indicate that exposure to pegfilgrastim is without significant adverse effect on fetal outcomes and neutropenia. Preterm deliveries have been reported in some patients.
Animal Data
Pregnant rabbits were dosed with pegfilgrastim subcutaneously every other day during the period of organogenesis. At cumulative doses ranging from the approximate human dose to approximately 4 times the recommended human dose (based on body surface area), the treated rabbits exhibited decreased maternal food consumption, maternal weight loss, as well as reduced fetal body weights and delayed ossification of the fetal skull; however, no structural anomalies were observed in the offspring from either study. Increased incidences of post-implantation losses and spontaneous abortions (more than half the pregnancies) were observed at cumulative doses approximately 4 times the recommended human dose, which were not seen when pregnant rabbits were exposed to the recommended human dose.
Three studies were conducted in pregnant rats dosed with pegfilgrastim at cumulative doses up to approximately 10 times the recommended human dose at the following stages of gestation: during the period of organogenesis, from mating through the first half of pregnancy, and from the first trimester through delivery and lactation. No evidence of fetal loss or structural malformations was observed in any study. Cumulative doses equivalent to approximately 3 and 10 times the recommended human dose resulted in transient evidence of wavy ribs in fetuses of treated mothers (detected at the end of gestation but no longer present in pups evaluated at the end of lactation).
8.2 Lactation
Risk Summary
There are no data on the presence of pegfilgrastim products in human milk, the effects on the breastfed child, or the effects on milk production. Other filgrastim products are secreted poorly into breast milk, and filgrastim products are not absorbed orally by neonates. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for Fulphila and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from Fulphila or from the underlying maternal condition.
8.4 Pediatric Use
The safety and effectiveness of pegfilgrastim have been established in pediatric patients. No overall differences in safety were identified between adult and pediatric patients based on postmarketing surveillance and review of the scientific literature.
Use of pegfilgrastim in pediatric patients for chemotherapy-induced neutropenia is based on adequate and well-controlled studies in adults with additional pharmacokinetic and safety data in pediatric patients with sarcoma [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) and Clinical Studies (14.1)].
10. Overdosage
Overdosage of pegfilgrastim products may result in leukocytosis and bone pain. Events of edema, dyspnea, and pleural effusion have been reported in a single patient who administered pegfilgrastim on 8 consecutive days in error. In the event of overdose, the patient should be monitored for adverse reactions [see Adverse Reactions (6)].
11. Fulphila Injection Description
Pegfilgrastim-jmdb is a covalent conjugate of recombinant methionyl human G-CSF and monomethoxypolyethylene glycol. Recombinant methionyl human G-CSF is a water-soluble 175 amino acid protein with a molecular weight of approximately 19 kilodaltons (kD). Recombinant methionyl human G-CSF is obtained from the bacterial fermentation of a strain of E coli transformed with a genetically engineered plasmid containing the human G-CSF gene. To produce pegfilgrastim-jmdb a 20 kD monomethoxypolyethylene glycol molecule is covalently bound to the N-terminal methionyl residue of recombinant methionyl human G-CSF. The average molecular weight of pegfilgrastim-jmdb is approximately 39 kD.
Fulphila (pegfilgrastim-jmdb) injection is intended for subcutaneous use only and is supplied in a single-dose prefilled syringe with a 29 gauge needle, with UltraSafe Passive Plus™ Needle Guard. The prefilled syringe does not bear graduation marks and is designed to deliver the entire contents of the syringe (6 mg/0.6 mL).
The delivered 0.6 mL dose from the prefilled syringe contains 6 mg pegfilgrastim-jmdb (based on protein mass only) in a sterile, clear, colorless, preservative-free solution (pH 4.0) containing acetate (0.7 mg), D-sorbitol (30 mg), polysorbate 20 (0.024 mg) and sodium (0.01 mg) in Water for Injection, USP.
12. Fulphila Injection - Clinical Pharmacology
12.1 Mechanism of Action
Pegfilgrastim products are colony-stimulating factors that act on hematopoietic cells by binding to specific cell surface receptors, thereby stimulating proliferation, differentiation, commitment, and end cell functional activation.
12.2 Pharmacodynamics
Animal data and clinical data in humans suggest a correlation between pegfilgrastim products exposure and the duration of severe neutropenia as a predictor of efficacy. Selection of the dosing regimen of Fulphila is based on reducing the duration of severe neutropenia.
12.3 Pharmacokinetics
The pharmacokinetics of pegfilgrastim was studied in 379 patients with cancer. The pharmacokinetics of pegfilgrastim was nonlinear, and clearance decreased with increases in dose. Neutrophil receptor binding is an important component of the clearance of pegfilgrastim, and serum clearance is directly related to the number of neutrophils. In addition to numbers of neutrophils, body weight appeared to be a factor. Patients with higher body weights experienced higher systemic exposure to pegfilgrastim after receiving a dose normalized for body weight. A large variability in the pharmacokinetics of pegfilgrastim was observed. The half-life of pegfilgrastim ranged from 15 to 80 hours after subcutaneous injection.
Specific Populations
No gender-related differences were observed in the pharmacokinetics of pegfilgrastim, and no differences were observed in the pharmacokinetics of geriatric patients (≥ 65 years of age) compared with younger patients (< 65 years of age) [see Use in Specific Populations (8.5)].
Patients with Renal Impairment
In a study of 30 subjects with varying degrees of renal dysfunction, including end stage renal disease, renal dysfunction had no effect on the pharmacokinetics of pegfilgrastim.
Pediatric Patients with Cancer Receiving Myelosuppressive Chemotherapy
The pharmacokinetics and safety of pegfilgrastim were studied in 37 pediatric patients with sarcoma in Study 4 [see Clinical Studies 14.1]. The mean (± standard deviation [SD]) systemic exposure (AUC0-inf) of pegfilgrastim after subcutaneous administration at 100 mcg/kg was 47.9 (± 22.5) mcg·hr/mL in the youngest age group (0 to 5 years, n = 11), 22.0 (± 13.1) mcg·hr/mL in the (6 to 11 years age group (n = 10), and 29.3 (± 23.2) mcg·hr/mL in the 12 to 21 years age group (n = 13). The terminal elimination half-lives of the corresponding age groups were 30.1 (± 38.2) hours, 20.2 (± 11.3) hours, and 21.2 (± 16.0) hours, respectively.
13. Nonclinical Toxicology
13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility
No carcinogenicity or mutagenesis studies have been performed with pegfilgrastim products.
Pegfilgrastim did not affect reproductive performance or fertility in male or female rats at cumulative weekly doses approximately 6 to 9 times higher than the recommended human dose (based on body surface area).
14. Clinical Studies
14.1 Patients with Cancer Receiving Myelosuppressive Chemotherapy
Pegfilgrastim was evaluated in three randomized, double-blind, controlled studies. Studies 1 and 2 were active-controlled studies that employed doxorubicin 60 mg/m2 and docetaxel 75 mg/m2 administered every 21 days for up to 4 cycles for the treatment of metastatic breast cancer. Study 1 investigated the utility of a fixed dose of pegfilgrastim. Study 2 employed a weight-adjusted dose. In the absence of growth factor support, similar chemotherapy regimens have been reported to result in a 100% incidence of severe neutropenia (ANC < 0.5 x 109/L) with a mean duration of 5 to 7 days and a 30% to 40% incidence of febrile neutropenia. Based on the correlation between the duration of severe neutropenia and the incidence of febrile neutropenia found in studies with filgrastim, duration of severe neutropenia was chosen as the primary endpoint in both studies, and the efficacy of pegfilgrastim was demonstrated by establishing comparability to filgrastim-treated patients in the mean days of severe neutropenia.
In Study 1, 157 patients were randomized to receive a single subcutaneous injection of pegfilgrastim (6 mg) on day 2 of each chemotherapy cycle or daily subcutaneous filgrastim (5 mcg/kg/day) beginning on day 2 of each chemotherapy cycle. In Study 2, 310 patients were randomized to receive a single subcutaneous injection of pegfilgrastim (100 mcg/kg) on day 2 or daily subcutaneous filgrastim (5 mcg/kg/day) beginning on day 2 of each chemotherapy cycle.
Both studies met the major efficacy outcome measure of demonstrating that the mean days of severe neutropenia of pegfilgrastim-treated patients did not exceed that of filgrastim-treated patients by more than 1 day in cycle 1 of chemotherapy. The mean days of cycle 1 severe neutropenia in Study 1 were 1.8 days in the pegfilgrastim arm compared to 1.6 days in the filgrastim arm [difference in means 0.2 (95% CI -0.2, 0.6)] and in Study 2 were 1.7 days in the pegfilgrastim arm compared to 1.6 days in the filgrastim arm [difference in means 0.1 (95% CI -0.2, 0.4)].
A secondary endpoint in both studies was days of severe neutropenia in cycles 2 through 4 with results similar to those for cycle 1.
Study 3 was a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study that employed docetaxel 100 mg/m2 administered every 21 days for up to 4 cycles for the treatment of metastatic or non-metastatic breast cancer. In this study, 928 patients were randomized to receive a single subcutaneous injection of pegfilgrastim (6 mg) or placebo on day 2 of each chemotherapy cycle. Study 3 met the major trial outcome measure of demonstrating that the incidence of febrile neutropenia (defined as temperature ≥ 38.2°C and ANC ≤ 0.5 x109/L) was lower for pegfilgrastim-treated patients as compared to placebo-treated patients (1% versus 17%, respectively, p < 0.001). The incidence of hospitalizations (1% versus 14%) and IV anti-infective use (2% versus 10%) for the treatment of febrile neutropenia was also lower in the pegfilgrastim-treated patients compared to the placebo-treated patients.
Study 4 was a multicenter, randomized, open-label study to evaluate the efficacy, safety, and pharmacokinetics [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] of pegfilgrastim in pediatric and young adult patients with sarcoma. Patients with sarcoma receiving chemotherapy age 0 to 21 years were eligible. Patients were randomized to receive subcutaneous pegfilgrastim as a single-dose of 100 mcg/kg (n = 37) or subcutaneous filgrastim at a dose 5 mcg/kg/day (n = 6) following myelosuppressive chemotherapy. Recovery of neutrophil counts was similar in the pegfilgrastim and filgrastim groups. The most common adverse reaction reported was bone pain.
16. How is Fulphila Injection supplied
Fulphila single-dose prefilled syringe for manual use
Fulphila (pegfilgrastim-jmdb) Injection is a clear, colorless solution supplied in a prefilled single-dose syringe for manual use containing 6 mg pegfilgrastim-jmdb, supplied with a 29 gauge, 1/2-inch needle with an UltraSafe Passive Plus™ Needle Guard.
Fulphila is provided in a dispensing pack containing one sterile 6 mg/0.6 mL prefilled syringe.
NDC 83257-005-41
Fulphila prefilled syringe does not bear graduation marks and is intended only to deliver the entire contents of the syringe (6 mg/0.6 mL) for direct administration. Use of the prefilled syringe is not recommended for direct administration for pediatric patients weighing less than 45 kg who require doses that are less than the full contents of the syringe.
Store refrigerated between 2° to 8°C (36° to 46°F) in the carton to protect from light or physical damage. Do not shake. Discard syringes stored at room temperature for more than 72 hours. Avoid freezing; if frozen, thaw in the refrigerator before administration. Discard syringe if frozen more than once.
17. Patient Counseling Information
Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Patient Information and Instructions for Use).
Advise patients of the following risks and potential risks with Fulphila:
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- Splenic rupture and splenomegaly [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]
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- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]
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- Serious allergic reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)]
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- Sickle cell crisis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)]
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- Glomerulonephritis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)]
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- Increased risk of Myelodysplastic Syndrome and/or Acute Myeloid Leukemia in patients with breast and lung cancer who receive pegfilgrastim in conjunction with chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10)]
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- Capillary Leak Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8)]
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- Aortitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.11)]
Instruct patients who self-administer Fulphila using the single-dose prefilled syringe of the:
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- Importance of following the Instructions for Use.
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- Dangers of reusing syringes.
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- Importance of following local requirements for proper disposal of used syringes.
Manufactured by:
Biocon Biologics Inc.
245 Main st, 2nd Floor
Cambridge, MA 02142 U.S.A.
U.S. License No. 2324
Patient Information
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Fulphila® (FULL-fil-ah)
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What is Fulphila? Fulphila is a man-made form of granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF). G-CSF is a substance produced by the body. It stimulates the growth of neutrophils, a type of white blood cell important in the body’s fight against infection. |
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Do not take Fulphila if you have had a serious allergic reaction to pegfilgrastim products or filgrastim products. |
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Before you receive Fulphila, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:
Tell your healthcare provider about all of the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. |
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How will I receive Fulphila?
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What are possible side effects of Fulphila? Fulphila may cause serious side effects, including:
The most common side effects of Fulphila are pain in the bones, arms, and legs. These are not all the possible side effects of Fulphila. Call your health care provider for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. |
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How should I store Fulphila?
Keep the Fulphila prefilled syringe out of the reach of children. |
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General information about the safe and effective use of Fulphila. Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Patient Information leaflet. Do not use Fulphila for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give Fulphila to other people, even if they have the same symptoms that you have. It may harm them. You can ask your pharmacist or healthcare provider for information about Fulphila that is written for health professionals. |
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What are the ingredients in Fulphila? Active ingredient: pegfilgrastim-jmdb Inactive ingredients: acetate, D-sorbitol, polysorbate 20, and sodium in Water for Injection. Manufactured by: Biocon Biologics Inc. 245 Main st, 2nd Floor Cambridge, MA 02142 U.S.A U.S. License No. 2324 Product of India. Code No.: KR/DRUGS/KTK/28D/07/2006 For more information, go to www.fulphila.com or call 1-833-986-1468. |
This Patient Information has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Revised: 06/2023
FULPHILA® is a registered trademark of Biosimilars New Co Ltd; a Biocon Biologics Company.
Manufactured by:
Biocon Biologics Inc.
245 Main st. 2nd Floor
Cambridge, MA 02142 U.S.A.
U.S. License No. 2324
Product of India
KR/DRUGS/KTK/28D/07/2006
Revised: 06/2023
BF1639/05
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Instructions for Use FULPHILA® (FULL-fil-ah) (pegfilgrastim-jmdb) injection, for subcutaneous use Single-Dose Prefilled Syringe |
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Guide to Parts |
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Before Use |
After Use |
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Important: The needle is covered by the gray needle cap before use. |
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Important Information Read the Patient Information for important information you need to know about Fulphila before using these Instructions for Use.
Storing the Fulphila prefilled syringe
Before you use a Fulphila prefilled syringe, read this important information:
Call your healthcare provider if you have any questions. |
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Step 1: Gather supplies |
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A - Find a clean, well-lit and flat work surface, such as a table. B - Take the prefilled syringe carton out of the refrigerator and place it on your clean work surface. Allow it to reach room temperature for 30 minutes before giving an injection. C - Remove the prefilled syringe tray from the carton. D - Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water. E - Gather the supplies for the injection:
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Step 2: Prepare for injection |
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F - Open the tray by peeling away the cover. Grab the For safety reasons:
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G - Inspect the medicine and prefilled syringe.
Do not use the prefilled syringe if:
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H - Prepare and clean the injection site.
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Clean the injection site with an alcohol wipe. Let the skin dry.
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I - Hold the prefilled syringe by the needle safety guard.
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Step 3: Inject the dose |
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J - Pinch the cleaned injection site to create a firm surface.
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K - Hold the pinch. Insert the needle into the skin between 45 to 90 degrees.
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L - Using slow and constant pressure, push the plunger rod until it reaches the bottom.
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M - Once the entire dose has been injected, the needle safety guard will be triggered. You can do either of the following:
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After releasing the plunger, the needle safety guard will safely cover the injection needle.
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N - Examine the injection site. If there is blood, press a cotton ball or gauze pad on the injection site. Do not rub the injection site. Apply an adhesive bandage if needed. |
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Step 4: Disposing of used prefilled syringes |
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Important: Keep the sharps disposal container out of the reach of children.
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This Instructions for Use has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Manufactured by:
Biocon Biologics Inc.
245 Main St, 2nd Floor
Cambridge, MA 02142, U.S.A.
U.S. License No. 2324
KR/DRUGS/KTK/28D/07/2006
Copyright © 2023 Biocon Biologics Inc. All rights reserved.
Revised: 06/2023
BF1638/05
PACKAGE/LABEL PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
NDC 83257-005-41 Rx only
Fulphila®
(pegfilgrastim-jmdb)
Injection
6 mg/0.6 mL
Single-Dose Prefilled Syringe
Pegylated Recombinant Methionyl Human Granulocyte Colony-Stimulating Factor (PEG-r-metHuG-CSF) derived from E Coli
For Subcutaneous Use Only
Sterile Solution - No Preservative
One 0.6 mL Single-Dose
Prefilled Syringe
Each 0.6 mL prefilled syringe contains: 6 mg pegfilgrastim (based on protein mass only) in a sterile, clear, colorless, preservative-free solution (pH 4.0) containing acetate (0.7 mg), D-sorbitol (30 mg), polysorbate 20 (0.024 mg), and sodium (0.01 mg) in water for injection, USP.
No U.S. standard of potency
Store refrigerated at 2° to 8°C (36° to 46°F) in original carton to Protect from Light. Do Not Freeze or Shake.
Keep this and all medication out of the reach of children.
Dosage: See prescribing information for dosage and instructions for use.
Manufactured by:
Biocon Biologics Inc.
245 Main St, 2nd Floor
Cambridge, MA 02142, U.S.A.
U.S. License No. 2324
Product of India
KR/DRUGS/KTK/28D/07/2006
Copyright © 2023 Biocon Biologics Inc.
All rights reserved.
| FULPHILA
pegfilgrastim injection |
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| Labeler - Biocon Biologics Inc. (117609395) |
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| Name | Address | ID/FEI | Business Operations |
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| Biocon Biologics Limited | 650501997 | manufacture(83257-005) , analysis(83257-005) , pack(83257-005) | |
