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U.S. FDA Approval of RYBREVANT FASPRO™ (amivantamab and hyaluronidase-lpuj) Enables the Simplest, Shortest Administration Time for a First-Line Combination Regimen when Combined with LAZCLUZE® (lazertinib)
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Core Insights - Johnson & Johnson's RYBREVANT FASPRO™ has received FDA approval as the first subcutaneous therapy for patients with EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), significantly reducing administration time and related reactions [1][2][5] Group 1: Product Approval and Benefits - RYBREVANT FASPRO™ reduces administration time from hours to five minutes compared to traditional chemotherapy regimens [6] - The therapy demonstrates a fivefold reduction in administration-related reactions (ARRs), with 13% in the subcutaneous (SC) arm versus 66% in the intravenous (IV) arm [6][9] - The approval builds on Phase 3 MARIPOSA data, showing a projected overall survival benefit exceeding four years for patients treated with RYBREVANT plus LAZCLUZE® [7][8] Group 2: Clinical Efficacy - Data from the Phase 3 PALOMA-3 study indicates that RYBREVANT FASPRO™ meets co-primary pharmacokinetic endpoints and shows improved progression-free survival (PFS) and overall survival (OS) compared to IV administration [3][4] - At 12 months, 65% of patients receiving the SC therapy were alive, compared to 51% treated with IV [4] - The combination of RYBREVANT and LAZCLUZE® has shown a statistically significant reduction in the risk of death compared to osimertinib, with a hazard ratio of 0.75 [7] Group 3: Patient-Centric Approach - The introduction of RYBREVANT FASPRO™ aligns with patient needs for faster, less invasive treatment options that enhance comfort and dignity [5] - The therapy allows patients to reclaim time and focus on living rather than treatment, addressing both physical and emotional burdens associated with lengthy infusions [5] Group 4: Safety Profile - The safety profile of RYBREVANT FASPRO™ is consistent with known profiles of IV administration, with common adverse reactions including rash, nail toxicity, and musculoskeletal pain [10][46] - Serious adverse reactions occurred in 33% of patients, with 5% experiencing death due to adverse reactions [47][48] Group 5: Market Context - RYBREVANT FASPRO™ represents a significant advancement for EGFR+ NSCLC patients, who previously had limited treatment options [8] - The therapy is expected to change the treatment landscape by preventing resistance mechanisms and improving long-term outcomes for patients with EGFR mutations [13][21]