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ADCETRIS

BRENTUXIMAB VEDOTIN CD30-directed Antibody Interactions
Oncology Approved 2011-08-19

ADCETRIS is a CD30-directed antibody-drug conjugate indicated for the treatment of various CD30-expressing malignancies, including classical Hodgkin lymphoma (cHL) and several types of T-cell and B-cell lymphomas. It is utilized in both adult and pediatric populations, serving as a first-line treatment in combination with chemotherapy or as a therapy for relapsed and refractory cases. The drug's therapeutic role also extends to post-transplantation consolidation and for patients who are ineligible for stem cell transplants or CAR T-cell therapy.

Source: FDA Label • SEATTLE GENETICS • CD30-directed Immunoconjugate

How ADCETRIS Works

ADCETRIS is an antibody-drug conjugate comprising a CD30

Source: FDA Label
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Indications
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Phase 3 Trials
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Priority Reviews
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Years on Market

Details

Status
Prescription
First Approved
2011-08-19
Routes
INJECTION
Dosage Forms
INJECTABLE

Companies

Active Ingredient: BRENTUXIMAB VEDOTIN

ADCETRIS Approval History

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What ADCETRIS Treats

6 indications

ADCETRIS is approved for 6 conditions since its original approval in 2011. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.

  • Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma
  • Systemic Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
  • Peripheral T-Cell Lymphoma
  • Angioimmunoblastic T-Cell Lymphoma
  • Primary Cutaneous Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
  • Mycosis Fungoides
Source: FDA Label

ADCETRIS Boxed Warning

PROGRESSIVE MULTIFOCAL LEUKOENCEPHALOPATHY (PML) JC virus infection resulting in PML and death can occur in patients receiving ADCETRIS [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) , Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . WARNING: PROGRESSIVE MULTIFOCAL LEUKOENCEPHALOPATHY (PML) See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. JC virus infection resulting in PML and death can occur in patients receiving ADCETRIS ( 5.9 , 6.1 )....

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- SUPPL - Efficacy New indication (new disease/condition approved)
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ADCETRIS FDA Label Details

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FDA Label (PDF)

ADCETRIS is a CD30-directed antibody and microtubule inhibitor conjugate indicated for treatment of: • Adult patients with previously untreated Stage III or IV classical Hodgkin lymphoma (cHL), in combination with doxorubicin, vinblastine, and dacarbazine . • Pediatric patients 2 years and older with previously untreated high risk classical Hodgkin lymphoma (cHL), in combination with doxorubicin, vincristine, etoposide, prednisone, and cyclophosphamide . • Adult patients with classical Hodgkin lymphoma (cHL) at high risk of relapse or progression as post-autologous hematopoietic stem cell tran...

⚠️ BOXED WARNING

WARNING: PROGRESSIVE MULTIFOCAL LEUKOENCEPHALOPATHY (PML) JC virus infection resulting in PML and death can occur in patients receiving ADCETRIS [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) , Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . WARNING: PROGRESSIVE MULTIFOCAL LEUKOENCEPHALOPATHY (PML) See full prescribing informatio...

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