ALIENSIDIPINE Enasidenib mesylate
Enasidenib is an isocitrate dehydrogenase-2 inhibitor indicated for the treatment of adult patients with relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who have an isocitrate dehydrogenase-2 (IDH2) mutation as detected by an FDA-approved test.
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Product Description
I. Basic Drug Information
Brand Name: Idhifa, ALIENSIDIPINE
Generic Name: Enasidenib
Dosage Form & Strength: 50 mg/tablet; 30 tablets/box
Manufacturer: Lao United Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd.
Lao National Drug Administration Approval No.: 11 L 1273/24
Storage Conditions: 20°C–25°C (excursions permitted between 15°C–30°C); protect from light and moisture; keep the original desiccant in the bottle.
II. Indications
Patient Population: Adult patients confirmed to harbor an IDH2 mutation as detected by an FDA- or NMPA-approved test.
Specific Disease:
Relapsed or Refractory Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML):
Must harbor an IDH2 mutation (e.g., R140Q, R172K, R172S).
III. Mechanism of Action
Target Inhibition: Selectively inhibits the mutated IDH2 enzyme, thereby blocking the production of the oncogenic metabolite 2-hydroxyglutarate (2-HG).
Cellular Effects: Reduces 2-HG levels → restores abnormal hematopoietic cell differentiation → induces apoptosis in leukemia cells.
IV. Dosage and Administration
Standard Regimen
Recommended Dosage: 100 mg orally once daily (either on an empty stomach or with food), continued until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.
Key Requirements:
Swallow tablets whole; do not crush or chew.
Take the medication at approximately the same time each day.
Continue treatment for at least 6 months to assess efficacy. Management of Special Situations
| Scenario | Management Measures
| Missed Dose | Take as soon as possible (if >12 hours remain until the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose)
| Vomiting | Take one replacement dose on the same day
| Concomitant Use with Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors | Monitor for toxicity; dose reduction may be required (follow physician's instructions)
Dose Adjustments for Toxicity
Differentiation Syndrome (Fever/Dyspnea/Hypoxia):
Immediately administer IV Dexamethasone (10 mg every 12 hours); for severe cases, suspend Enasidenib until symptoms resolve.
Grade ≥3 Non-hematologic Toxicity:
Suspend treatment → Resume at a reduced dose of 50 mg/day once toxicity resolves to Grade ≤1 → Permanently discontinue if toxicity recurs.
Tumor Lysis Syndrome (TLS):
Prophylactic hydration and uric acid-lowering therapy; monitor electrolytes and renal function.
V. Adverse Reactions
Common (≥20%)
Gastrointestinal: Nausea (50%), Diarrhea (43%), Vomiting (34%), Decreased Appetite (34%);
Laboratory Abnormalities: Increased Bilirubin (81%), Hypocalcemia (74%), Hypokalemia (41%);
Systemic: Fatigue (37%), Edema (21%).
Serious Adverse Reactions
1. Differentiation Syndrome (14%):
Most frequently occurs within 1 day to 5 months of treatment initiation; mortality rate is 10%.
2. Non-infectious Leukocytosis (12%): Requires monitoring of white blood cell counts.
3. Hepatotoxicity: Increased Bilirubin (81%); monitor liver function periodically.
4. QT Interval Prolongation: Monitor ECG prior to and during treatment.
VI. Contraindications and Warnings
Contraindications:
Pregnancy (risk of teratogenicity); Breastfeeding (discontinue breastfeeding for ≥2 months after the last dose).
Hypersensitivity to any component of the product.
Boxed Warning: Differentiation Syndrome (requires urgent corticosteroid treatment). VII. Drug Interactions
| Concomitant Drug Type | Representative Drug(s) | Risks and Management
| OATP1B1/BCRP Substrates | Rosuvastatin | ↑ Plasma concentration → Dose reduction and toxicity monitoring required
| P-gp Substrates | Digoxin | ↑ Exposure → Dose adjustment required
| Strong CYP3A4 Inducers | Rifampin, Phenytoin | ↓ Enasidenib efficacy → Avoid concomitant use
VIII. Use in Specific Populations
Pregnancy/Lactation:
Contraception is required during treatment and for ≥2 months after the last dose (for both men and women); discontinue breastfeeding during treatment.
Hepatic/Renal Impairment:
Mild to Moderate: No dose adjustment required; Severe (Child-Pugh C or eGFR < 30): Use with caution; data are limited.
Pediatric Patients: Safety has not been established.
Geriatric Patients: No dose adjustment required.
IX. Clinical Efficacy Data
Key Trial (n=199; IDH2-mutated R/R AML):
Complete Remission (CR) Rate: 19%; Complete Remission with Partial Hematologic Recovery (CRh) Rate: 4%;
Median Duration of Remission: 8.2 months (CR), 9.6 months (CRh);
34% of transfusion-dependent patients became transfusion-independent following treatment.
X. Patient Information
Monitoring Requirements:
Baseline: IDH2 mutation testing, ECG, complete blood count (CBC), liver and renal function tests, electrolytes;
During Treatment: Monitor CBC and liver function every 2 weeks for the first 3 months, then once monthly thereafter.
Indications for Immediate Medical Attention:
Fever accompanied by difficulty breathing, bone pain, and/or edema (suggestive of Differentiation Syndrome);
Decreased urine output and/or muscle cramps (suggestive of Tumor Lysis Syndrome).
This prescribing information is based on the latest clinical evidence; specific medication use should be strictly in accordance with a physician's instructions.
Important Note: Avoid consuming grapefruit or starfruit during treatment (as they affect CYP3A4 metabolism); avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if neurological symptoms (such as dizziness or hallucinations) occur.