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ENASIDENIB: 3,704 Adverse Event Reports & Safety Profile

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3,704
Total FAERS Reports
967 (26.1%)
Deaths Reported
1,143
Hospitalizations
3,704
As Primary/Secondary Suspect
112
Life-Threatening
22
Disabilities
Aug 1, 2017
FDA Approved
Celgene Corporation
Manufacturer
Prescription
Status

Active Ingredient: ENASIDENIB MESYLATE · Drug Class: Isocitrate Dehydrogenase 2 Inhibitor [EPC] · Route: ORAL · Manufacturer: Celgene Corporation · FDA Application: 209606 · HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · FDA Label: Available

Patent Expires: Sep 16, 2034 · First Report: 20131129 · Latest Report: 20250915

What Are the Most Common ENASIDENIB Side Effects?

#1 Most Reported
Death
650 reports (17.5%)
#2 Most Reported
Off label use
213 reports (5.8%)
#3 Most Reported
Fatigue
202 reports (5.5%)

All ENASIDENIB Side Effects by Frequency

Side Effect Reports % of Total Deaths Hosp.
Death 650 17.6% 650 14
Off label use 213 5.8% 26 35
Fatigue 202 5.5% 5 41
Nausea 197 5.3% 5 40
Acute myeloid leukaemia 163 4.4% 95 43
Hospitalisation 149 4.0% 2 145
Diarrhoea 144 3.9% 1 35
Decreased appetite 122 3.3% 3 35
Platelet count decreased 113 3.1% 3 45
Drug ineffective 108 2.9% 7 16
Differentiation syndrome 102 2.8% 19 66
Pneumonia 91 2.5% 14 69
Pyrexia 90 2.4% 9 71
Asthenia 89 2.4% 2 39
Full blood count decreased 75 2.0% 2 37
Sepsis 71 1.9% 36 43
Dyspnoea 69 1.9% 3 36
White blood cell count decreased 63 1.7% 2 24
Vomiting 62 1.7% 2 17
Febrile neutropenia 58 1.6% 7 53

Who Reports ENASIDENIB Side Effects? Age & Gender Data

Gender: 43.6% female, 56.4% male. Average age: 70.3 years. Most reports from: US. View detailed demographics →

Is ENASIDENIB Getting Safer? Reports by Year

YearReportsDeathsHosp.
2013 1 1 1
2014 2 0 2
2015 2 0 1
2016 5 3 2
2017 149 35 63
2018 399 123 142
2019 370 131 137
2020 459 154 152
2021 326 99 135
2022 135 48 59
2023 107 49 31
2024 92 34 36
2025 38 14 11

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What Is ENASIDENIB Used For?

IndicationReports
Acute myeloid leukaemia 2,220
Product used for unknown indication 657
Myelodysplastic syndrome 304
Off label use 181
Myeloid leukaemia 58
Leukaemia 55
Acute myeloid leukaemia recurrent 51
Cholangiocarcinoma 48
Glioma 34
Acute myelomonocytic leukaemia 32

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Other Drugs in Same Class: Isocitrate Dehydrogenase 2 Inhibitor [EPC]

Official FDA Label for ENASIDENIB

Official prescribing information from the FDA-approved drug label.

Drug Description

Enasidenib is an inhibitor of isocitrate dehydrogenase-2 (IDH2) enzyme. Enasidenib is available as the mesylate salt with the chemical name: 2-methyl-1-[(4-[6-(trifluoromethyl)pyridin-2-yl]-6-{[2-(trifluoromethyl)pyridin-4-yl]amino}-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)amino]propan-2-ol methanesulfonate.

Or

2-Propanol, 2-methyl-1-[[4-[6-(trifluoromethyl)-2-pyridinyl]-6-[[2-(trifluoromethyl)-4-pyridinyl]amino-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl]amino]-, methanesulfonate (1:1). The chemical structure is: The empirical formula is C 19 H 17 F 6 N 7 O ∙ CH 3 SO 3 H (C 20 H 21 F 6 N 7 O 4 S), and the molecular weight is 569.48 g/mol. Enasidenib is practically insoluble (solubility ≤74 mcg/mL) in aqueous solutions across physiological pH range (pH 1.2 and 7.4). IDHIFA (enasidenib) is available as a 50 mg tablet (equivalent to 60 mg enasidenib mesylate) and a 100 mg tablet (equivalent to 120 mg enasidenib mesylate) for oral administration. Each tablet contains inactive ingredients of colloidal silicon dioxide, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose acetate succinate, iron oxide yellow, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium starch glycolate, talc, and titanium dioxide.

Chemical

Structure

FDA Approved Uses (Indications)

AND USAGE IDHIFA is an isocitrate dehydrogenase-2 inhibitor indicated for the treatment of adult patients with relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia (AML) with an isocitrate dehydrogenase-2 (IDH2) mutation as detected by an FDA-approved test ( 1.1 ).

1.1 Acute Myeloid Leukemia IDHIFA is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia (AML) with an isocitrate dehydrogenase-2 (IDH2) mutation as detected by an FDA-approved test.

Dosage & Administration

AND ADMINISTRATION 100 mg orally once daily until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity ( 2.2 ).

2.1 Patient Selection Select patients for the treatment of AML with IDHIFA based on the presence of IDH2 mutations in the blood or bone marrow <span class="opacity-50 text-xs">[see Indications and Usage (1.1) and Clinical Studies (14.1) ]</span> . Information on FDA-approved tests for the detection of IDH2 mutations in AML is available at http://www.fda.gov/CompanionDiagnostics .

2.2 Recommended Dosage The recommended dosage of IDHIFA is 100 mg taken orally once daily with or without food until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. For patients without disease progression or unacceptable toxicity, treat for a minimum of 6 months to allow time for clinical response. Swallow tablets whole. Do not chew, split, or crush IDHIFA tablets. Administer IDHIFA tablets orally about the same time each day. If a dose of IDHIFA is vomited, missed, or not taken at the usual time, administer the dose as soon as possible on the same day, and return to the normal schedule the following day.

2.3 Monitoring and Dosage Modifications for Toxicities Assess blood counts and blood chemistries for leukocytosis and tumor lysis syndrome prior to the initiation of IDHIFA and monitor at a minimum of every 2 weeks for at least the first 3 months during treatment. Manage any abnormalities promptly <span class="opacity-50 text-xs">[see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ]</span> . Interrupt dosing or reduce dose for toxicities.

See Table

1 for dosage modification guidelines.

Table

1: Dosage Modifications for IDHIFA-Related Toxicities *Grade 1 is mild, Grade 2 is moderate, Grade 3 is serious, Grade 4 is life-threatening.

Adverse Reaction Recommended

Action

  • Differentiation syndrome
  • If differentiation syndrome is suspected, administer systemic corticosteroids and initiate hemodynamic monitoring [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] .
  • Interrupt IDHIFA if severe pulmonary symptoms requiring intubation or ventilator support, and/or renal dysfunction persist for more than 48 hours after initiation of corticosteroids [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] .
  • Resume IDHIFA when signs and symptoms improve to Grade 2* or lower.
  • Noninfectious leukocytosis (white blood cell [WBC] count greater than 30 × 10 9 /L)
  • Initiate treatment with hydroxyurea, as per standard institutional practices.
  • Interrupt IDHIFA if leukocytosis is not improved with hydroxyurea, and then resume IDHIFA at 100 mg daily when WBC is less than 30 × 10 9 /L.
  • Elevation of bilirubin greater than 3 times the upper limit of normal (ULN) sustained for ≥2 weeks without elevated transaminases or other hepatic disorders
  • Reduce IDHIFA dose to 50 mg daily.
  • Resume IDHIFA at 100 mg daily if bilirubin elevation resolves to less than 2 × ULN.
  • Other Grade 3* or higher toxicity considered related to treatment including tumor lysis syndrome
  • Interrupt IDHIFA until toxicity resolves to Grade 2* or lower.
  • Resume IDHIFA at 50 mg daily; may increase to 100 mg daily if toxicities resolve to Grade 1* or lower.
  • If Grade 3* or higher toxicity recurs, discontinue IDHIFA.

Contraindications

None. None ( 4 ).

Known Adverse Reactions

REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling:

  • Differentiation Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] The most common adverse reactions (≥20%) are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, elevated bilirubin, and decreased appetite ( 6.1 ). To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Bristol Myers Squibb at 1-800-721-5072 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 evaluation of single-agent IDHIFA is based on 214 patients with relapsed or refractory AML who were assigned to receive 100 mg daily <span class="opacity-50 text-xs">[see Clinical Studies (14.1) ]</span> . The median duration of exposure to IDHIFA was 4.3 months (range 0.3 to 23.6).

The

30-day and 60-day mortality rates observed with IDHIFA were 4.2% (9/214) and 11.7% (25/214), respectively. Serious adverse reactions were reported in 77.1% of patients. The most frequent serious adverse reactions (≥2%) were leukocytosis (10%), diarrhea (6%), nausea (5%), vomiting (3%), decreased appetite (3%), tumor lysis syndrome (5%), and differentiation syndrome (8%). Differentiation syndrome events characterized as serious included pyrexia, renal failure acute, hypoxia, respiratory failure, and multi-organ failure. Overall, 92 of 214 patients (43%) required a dose interruption due to an adverse reaction; the most frequent adverse reactions leading to dose interruption were differentiation syndrome (4%) and leukocytosis (3%). Ten of 214 patients (5%) required a dose reduction due to an adverse reaction; no adverse reaction required dose reduction in more than 2 patients. Thirty-six of 214 patients (17%) permanently discontinued IDHIFA due to an adverse reaction; the most frequent adverse reaction leading to permanent discontinuation was leukocytosis (1%). The most common adverse reactions (≥20%) of any grade were nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, elevated bilirubin and decreased appetite. Adverse reactions reported in the trial are shown in Table 2.

Table

2: Adverse Reactions Reported in ≥10% (Any Grade) or ≥3% (Grade 3-5) of Patients with Relapsed or Refractory AML a Gastrointestinal disorders observed with IDHIFA treatment can be associated with other commonly reported events such as abdominal pain, and weight decreased. b Tumor lysis syndrome observed with IDHIFA treatment can be associated with commonly reported uric acid increased. c Differentiation syndrome can be associated with other commonly reported events such as respiratory failure, dyspnea, hypoxia, pyrexia, peripheral edema, rash, or renal insufficiency. IDHIFA (100 mg daily) N=214 Body System Adverse Reaction All Grades N=214 n (%) ≥Grade 3 N=214 n (%)

Gastrointestinal

Disorders a Nausea 107 (50) 11 (5)

Diarrhea

91 (43) 17 (8)

Vomiting

73 (34) 4 (2) Metabolism and Nutrition Disorders Decreased appetite 73 (34) 9 (4) Tumor lysis syndrome b 13 (6) 12 (6) Blood and Lymphatic System Disorders Differentiation syndrome c 29 (14) 15 (7) Noninfectious leukocytosis 26 (12) 12 (6)

Nervous System Disorders Dysgeusia

25 (12) 0 (0) Other clinically significant adverse reactions occurring in <10% of patients included:

  • Respiratory, Thoracic, and Mediastinal Disorders: Pulmonary edema, acute respiratory distress syndrome Changes in selected post-baseline laboratory values that were observed in patients with relapsed or refractory AML are shown in Table 3.

Table

3: Most Common (≥20%) New or Worsening Laboratory Abnormalities Reported in Patients with Relapsed or Refractory AML IDHIFA (100 mg daily) N=214 Parameter a All Grades (%) Grade ≥3 (%) a Includes abnormalities occurring up to 28 days after last IDHIFA dose, if new or worsened by at least one grade from baseline, or if baseline was unknown. The denominator varies based on data collected for each parameter (N=213 except phosphorous N=209). Total bilirubin increased 81 15 Calcium decreased 74 8 Potassium decreased 41 15 Phosphorus decreased 27 8 Elevated Bilirubin IDHIFA may interfere with bilirubin metabolism through inhibition of UGT1A1 [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Thirty-seven percent of patients (80/214) experienced total bilirubin elevations ≥2 x ULN at least one time. Of those patients who experienced total bilirubin elevations ≥2 x ULN, 35% had elevations within the first month of treatment, and 89% had no concomitant elevation of transaminases or other severe adverse events related to liver disorders. No patients required a dose reduction for hyperbilirubinemia; treatment was interrupted in 3.7% of patients, for a median of 6 days. Three patients (1.4%) discontinued IDHIFA permanently due to hyperbilirubinemia.

Noninfectious

Leukocytosis IDHIFA can induce myeloid proliferation resulting in a rapid increase in white blood cell count.

Tumor Lysis

Syndrome IDHIFA can induce myeloid proliferation resulting in a rapid reduction in tumor cells which may pose a risk for tumor lysis syndrome.

Other Clinical Trials Experience

The following adverse reactions occurred in other clinical trials of IDHIFA at the recommended dosage: neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, anemia, stomatitis, renal failure, fatigue, dyspnea, and QT prolongation.

FDA Boxed Warning

BLACK BOX WARNING

WARNING: DIFFERENTIATION SYNDROME Patients treated with IDHIFA have experienced symptoms of differentiation syndrome, which can be fatal if not treated. Symptoms may include fever, dyspnea, acute respiratory distress, pulmonary infiltrates, pleural or pericardial effusions, rapid weight gain or peripheral edema, lymphadenopathy, bone pain, and hepatic, renal, or multi-organ dysfunction. If differentiation syndrome is suspected, initiate corticosteroid therapy and hemodynamic monitoring until symptom resolution [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . WARNING: DIFFERENTIATION SYNDROME See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. Patients treated with IDHIFA have experienced symptoms of differentiation syndrome, which can be fatal if not treated. If differentiation syndrome is suspected, initiate corticosteroid therapy and hemodynamic monitoring until symptom resolution ( 5.1 , 6.1 ).

Warnings

AND PRECAUTIONS Embryo-Fetal Toxicity : IDHIFA can cause fetal harm. Advise patients of the potential risk to a fetus and use effective contraception ( 5.2 , 8.1 , 8.3 ).

5.1 Differentiation Syndrome In the clinical trial, 14% of patients treated with IDHIFA experienced differentiation syndrome, which may be life-threatening or fatal if not treated. Differentiation syndrome is associated with rapid proliferation and differentiation of myeloid cells. While there is no diagnostic test for differentiation syndrome, symptoms in patients treated with IDHIFA included acute respiratory distress represented by dyspnea and/or hypoxia (68%) and need for supplemental oxygen (76%); pulmonary infiltrates (73%) and pleural effusion (45%); renal impairment (70%); fever (36%); lymphadenopathy (33%); bone pain (27%); peripheral edema with rapid weight gain (21%); and pericardial effusion (18%). Hepatic, renal, and multi-organ dysfunction have also been observed. Differentiation syndrome has been observed with and without concomitant hyperleukocytosis, in as early as 1 day and up to 5 months after IDHIFA initiation. If differentiation syndrome is suspected, initiate oral or intravenous corticosteroids (e.g., dexamethasone 10 mg every 12 hours) and hemodynamic monitoring until improvement. Taper corticosteroids only after resolution of symptoms. Symptoms of differentiation syndrome may recur with premature discontinuation of corticosteroid treatment. If severe pulmonary symptoms requiring intubation or ventilator support, and/or renal dysfunction persist for more than 48 hours after initiation of corticosteroids, interrupt IDHIFA until signs and symptoms are no longer severe <span class="opacity-50 text-xs">[see Dosage and Administration (2.3) ]</span> . Hospitalization for close observation and monitoring of patients with pulmonary and/or renal manifestation is recommended.

5.2 Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Based on animal embryo-fetal toxicity studies, IDHIFA can cause embryo-fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. In animal embryo-fetal toxicity studies, enasidenib caused embryo-fetal toxicities starting at 0.1 times the steady state clinical exposure based on the area under the concentration-time curve (AUC) at the recommended human dose. Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to the fetus. Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective non‑hormonal contraception during treatment with IDHIFA and for 2 months after the last dose. Advise males with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with IDHIFA and for 2 months after the last dose <span class="opacity-50 text-xs">[see Use in Specific Populations (8.1 , 8.3) ]</span> .

Drug Interactions

INTERACTIONS

  • Certain CYP1A2 and CYP2C19 Substrates: Avoid concomitant use unless otherwise recommended in the Prescribing Information ( 7.1 ).
  • Certain CYP3A Substrates: Avoid concomitant use unless otherwise recommended in the Prescribing Information ( 7.1 ).
  • Certain OATP1B1, OATP1B3, and BCRP Substrates: Avoid concomitant use unless otherwise recommended in the Prescribing Information ( 7.1 ).

7.1 Effect of IDHIFA on Other Drugs Certain CYP1A2 Substrates Avoid concomitant use with IDHIFA unless otherwise recommended in the Prescribing Information for CYP1A2 substrates where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious adverse reactions. Consider reducing the frequency of caffeine intake from various food and beverages in a 24 hour period while taking IDHIFA because IDHIFA may increase the effect of caffeine in patients who are sensitive to it. Enasidenib is a CYP1A2 inhibitor. Concomitant use of IDHIFA increases the exposure of CYP1A2 substrates <span class="opacity-50 text-xs">[see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]</span> , which may increase the risk of adverse reactions related to the substrates. Certain CYP2C19 substrates Avoid concomitant use with IDHIFA unless otherwise recommended in the Prescribing Information for CYP2C19 substrates where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious adverse reactions. Enasidenib is a CYP2C19 inhibitor. Concomitant use of IDHIFA increases the exposure of CYP2C19 substrates <span class="opacity-50 text-xs">[see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]</span> , which may increase the risk of adverse reactions related to these substrates. Certain CYP3A substrates Avoid concomitant use with IDHIFA unless otherwise recommended in the Prescribing Information for CYP3A substrates where minimal concentration changes may lead to reduced efficacy. Do not administer IDHIFA with anti-fungal agents that are substrates of CYP3A due to expected loss of antifungal efficacy. Co-administration of IDHIFA may decrease the concentrations of hormonal contraceptives. Consider alternative methods of contraception in patients receiving IDHIFA [See use in Specific Population (8.1 , 8.3 )] . Enasidenib is a CYP3A inducer. Concomitant use of IDHIFA decreases the exposure of CYP3A substrates <span class="opacity-50 text-xs">[see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]</span> , which may reduce the efficacy of the substrates. Certain OATP1B1, OATP1B3, and BCRP Substrates Avoid coadministration of IDHIFA with OATP1B1, OATP1B3, and BCRP substrates, for which minimal concentration changes may lead to serious toxicities. If coadministration cannot be avoided, decrease the OATP1B1, OATP1B3, and BCRP substrates dosage(s) in accordance with the respective Prescribing Information. Enasidenib is an OATP1B1, OATP1B3, and BCRP transporter inhibitor. Concomitant use of IDHIFA increases the exposure of OATP1B1, OATP1B3, and BCRP substrates <span class="opacity-50 text-xs">[see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]</span> , which may increase the risk of adverse reactions related to these substrates. Certain P-glycoprotein (P-gp)

Substrates

When coadministered with IDHIFA, follow recommended P-gp substrates Prescribing Information and monitor more frequently for adverse reactions related to these substrates. Enasidenib is a P-gp transporter inhibitor. Concomitant use of IDHIFA increases the exposure of P-gp substrates [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] , which may increase the risk of adverse reactions related to the substrates.