tremelimumab
Tremelimumab blocks CTLA-4, a negative regulator of T-cell activity, enhancing immune response against tumors.
IMJUDO is a CTLA-4 blocking antibody indicated for:
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Unresectable Hepatocellular Carcinoma (uHCC):
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Used in combination with durvalumab.
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Metastatic Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC):
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Used with durvalumab and platinum-based chemotherapy.
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Only for patients without EGFR mutations or ALK genomic aberrations.
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uHCC
- ≥30 kg: IMJUDO 300 mg IV (single dose) + durvalumab 1500 mg on Cycle 1, Day 1. Then durvalumab every 4 weeks.
- <30 kg: IMJUDO 4 mg/kg + durvalumab 20 mg/kg, same schedule.
Metastatic NSCLC
- ≥30 kg: IMJUDO 75 mg every 3 weeks for 4 cycles with durvalumab 1500 mg and chemotherapy. Fifth IMJUDO dose at week 16.
- <30 kg: IMJUDO 1 mg/kg and durvalumab 20 mg/kg following same schedule.
Administration Instructions
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IV infusion over 60 minutes.
Common (≥20%) – uHCC (HIMALAYA Study)
- Rash (32%)
- Diarrhea (27%)
- Fatigue (26%)
- Pruritus, abdominal pain, musculoskeletal pain
Common (≥20%) – Metastatic NSCLC (POSEIDON Study)
- Nausea (42%)
- Fatigue (36%)
- Musculoskeletal pain (29%)
- Decreased appetite, rash, diarrhea
None
mmune-Mediated Adverse Reactions (can be fatal):
- Pneumonitis
- Colitis
- Hepatitis
- Endocrinopathies (e.g., hypothyroidism, adrenal insufficiency)
- Nephritis
- Severe dermatologic reactions (e.g., SJS, TEN)
- Pancreatitis
Embryo-Fetal Toxicity
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May cause fetal harm. Avoid in pregnancy; use contraception for 3 months post-treatment.