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These highlights do not include all the information needed to use HEPZATO safely and effectively. See full prescribing information for HEPZATO KIT and HEPZATO KIT Hepatic Delivery System Instructions for Use.HEPZATO (melphalan) for injection is a component of the HEPZATO KIT Hepatic Delivery System (HDS) for intra-arterial use. Initial U.S. Approval: 1964


WARNING: PERI-PROCEDURAL COMPLICATIONS, MYELOSUPPRESSION

  • Severe peri-procedural complications including hemorrhage, hepatocellular injury, and thromboembolic events may occur via hepatic intra-arterial administration of HEPZATO. Assess patients for these adverse reactions during and for at least 72 hours following administration of HEPZATO [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].
  • HEPZATO is available only through a restricted program under a Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy called the HEPZATO KIT REMS [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].
  • Myelosuppression with resulting severe infection, bleeding, or symptomatic anemia may occur with HEPZATO. Monitor hematologic laboratory parameters and delay additional cycles of HEPZATO therapy until blood counts have improved. [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE

HEPZATO for injection, as a component of the HEPZATO KIT, is indicated as a liver-directed treatment for adult patients with uveal melanoma with unresectable hepatic metastases affecting less than 50% of the liver and no extrahepatic disease or extrahepatic disease limited to the bone, lymph nodes, subcutaneous tissues, or lung that is amenable to resection or radiation.


2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION


2.1 Important Pre-Treatment and Administration Information

HEPZATO is a component of the HEPZATO KIT Hepatic Delivery System [HDS]. Refer to the HEPZATO KIT Hepatic Delivery System Instructions for Use (IFU) for additional instructions including pre-infusion evaluation, hydration, premedication, anticoagulation, and supportive care.

Caution: The double balloon catheter component of the HDS contains natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions [see Contraindications (4)].

  • Healthcare providers must complete the required HEPZATO KIT REMS training prior to administration of the HEPZATO KIT [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].
  • Discontinue oral anticoagulation and drugs affecting platelet function prior to the procedure [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].
  • Discontinue ACE-inhibitors, calcium channel blockers, or alpha-1-adrenergic blockers prior to the procedure [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].
  • Conduct baseline hematologic testing. Administer intra-hepatic HEPZATO with the HEPZATO KIT only to patients with the following [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)].Hemoglobin ≥ 10 g/dL Platelets ≥ 100,000/microliter Neutrophils > 2000/microliter

2.2 Recommended Dosage

Men ≥ 152 cm 52 kg + (0.75 kg/cm of height greater than 152 cm)
< 152 cm 52 kg – (0.75 kg/cm of height less than 152 cm)
Women ≥ 152 cm 49 kg + (0.67 kg/cm of height greater than 152 cm)
< 152 cm 49 kg – (0.67 kg/cm of height less than 152 cm)
  • Administer HEPZATO via the HEPZATO KIT Hepatic Delivery System only to patients weighing 35 kg or greater due to potential size limitations with respect to percutaneous catheterization.
  • HEPZATO, a component of the HEPZATO KIT, is administered by infusion into the hepatic artery (see IFU) every 6 to 8 weeks for up to 6 total infusions.
  • The recommended HEPZATO dose is 3 mg/kg based on ideal body weight (IBW), as calculated per Table 1 below, with a maximum of 220 mg during a single treatment.

2.3 Dosage Modifications for Adverse Reactions

A dosage reduction to 2 mg/kg is recommended for subsequent treatments for the following reasons:

HEPZATO administered with the HEPZATO KIT should be discontinued if patients have life threatening or HEPZATO-related persistent toxicity that has not resolved to Grade 2 or less by 8 weeks following treatment.

  • Grade 4 neutropenia of > 5 days duration despite growth factor support or associated with neutropenic fever;
  • Grade 4 thrombocytopenia of > 5 days duration or associated with a hemorrhage that required a transfusion;

2.4 Preparation and Administration

Refer to the HEPZATO KIT Hepatic Delivery System IFU for further details and instructions.

Reconstitute and dilute melphalan immediately prior to beginning intra-arterial infusion.

Reconstituted and diluted solutions of HEPZATO are unstable. No more than 60 minutes should elapse from reconstitution and completion of the intra-hepatic infusion of the diluted HEPZATO solution. A citrate derivative of melphalan has been detected in reconstituted HEPZATO in 30 minutes, and nearly 1% of labeled strength of melphalan hydrolyzes every 10 minutes when reconstituted HEPZATO is further diluted in 0.9% Sodium Chloride. A precipitate forms if the reconstituted solution is stored at 5°C. Do not refrigerate HEPZATO once reconstituted.

HEPZATO is a hazardous drug1. Follow applicable special handling and disposal procedures.

Reconstitution and Dilution Instructions:

  • Rapidly (in 5 seconds or less) inject 10 mL of the supplied sterile diluent [see Dosage Forms and Strengths (3.0)] into the HEPZATO 50 mg vial using a sterile needle (20-gauge or larger) and syringe. The resulting solution will contain melphalan 5 mg/mL
  • Immediately shake the vial vigorously until a clear solution is obtained. No more than five (5) seconds should elapse between the discharge of the syringe and the commencement of shaking.
  • Immediately further dilute the required dose with the provided 0.9% sodium chloride injection, United States Pharmacopeia (USP), to a concentration not greater than 0.45 mg/mL, as followsHEPZATO doses up to 110 mg:Dilute in 250 mL of 0.9% sodium chloride injection HEPZATO doses 111 mg to 220 mg:Divide the total dose equally into 2 and dilute each in 250 mL of 0.9% sodium chloride injection (for example, if the total dose is 200 mg, dilute 100 mg in each 250 mL 0.9% sodium chloride injection)
  • Visually inspect parenteral drug products for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. If particulates and discolorations are noted, the product should not be used.
  • Administer diluted HEPZATO intra-arterially as described in the IFU. Complete the infusion within 30 minutes, followed by a 30-minute washout period. Refer to the IFU for additional administration procedures.

3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS

HEPZATO (melphalan) is supplied in the HEPZATO KIT that contains the following:

  • Melphalan for injection: 5 single dose, clear glass vials for injection, containing 50 mg white to pale yellow lyophilized powder, intended for reconstitution with the supplied diluents

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS

HEPZATO and the HEPZATO KIT are contraindicated in patients with:

  • Active intracranial metastases or brain lesions with a propensity to bleed
  • Liver failure, portal hypertension, or known varices at risk for bleeding
  • Surgery or medical treatment of the liver in the previous 4 weeks
  • Uncorrectable coagulopathy
  • Inability to safely undergo general anesthesia, including active cardiac conditions including, but not limited to, unstable coronary syndromes (unstable or severe angina or myocardial infarction), worsening or new-onset congestive heart failure, significant arrhythmias, or severe valvular disease
  • History of allergies or known hypersensitivity to melphalan
  • History of allergies or known hypersensitivity to a component or material utilized within the HEPZATO KIT includingHistory of allergy to natural rubber latex History of allergy or hypersensitivity to heparin or presence of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) History of severe allergic reaction to iodinated contrast not controlled by premedication with antihistamines and steroids

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS


5.1 Peri-Procedural Complications

Hemorrhage, hepatocellular injury, and thromboembolic events have been observed when HEPZATO has been administered via hepatic intra-arterial administration. Administration of HEPZATO requires general anesthesia and extracorporeal bypass of circulation which may cause life threatening or fatal adverse effects. Ensure the patient is euvolemic but do not overhydrate the patient. Monitor for these peri-procedural complications during the procedure and for at least 72 hours following the procedure.

To mitigate the risk of thromboembolic events, administer anticoagulation as described in the IFU during the procedure.

Due to the risk of bleeding, do not use in patients with uncorrectable coagulopathies and delay treatment with the HEPZATO KIT for at least 4 weeks after surgery or other medical procedure involving the liver. Platelets and clotting factors may be removed during the HEPZATO KIT procedure. Monitor platelets and coagulation parameters as described in the IFU. If life-threatening bleeding occurs during the procedure, reverse anticoagulation as described in the IFU and correct coagulopathy as appropriate. Discontinue anticoagulation with warfarin or other oral anticoagulants prior to the procedure; resume when hemostasis has been restored after the procedure, provided no bleeding complications have been observed. Refer to the Prescribing Information of the anticoagulant agent for bridging recommendations for anti-coagulation prior to surgical procedures. Discontinue drugs affecting platelet function such as aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or other anti-platelet drugs one week before the procedure.

Patients with abnormal hepatic vascular (especially arterial supply) or biliary (especially re-implantation of bile duct) anatomy or gastric acid hypersecretion syndromes may be at increased risk of peri-procedural complications or other severe adverse reactions. Screen patients for a history of prior surgeries involving the bile duct to assess whether the patient is an appropriate candidate for HEPZATO KIT and monitor patients for adverse reactions following HEPZATO KIT administration.

Procedure-related reductions in blood pressure including severe hypotension can occur during the HEPZATO KIT procedure. Closely monitor blood pressure during the procedure. Patients may require fluid support and vasopressors. To reduce the risk of severe hypotension, assess hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis function, and temporarily discontinue ACE-inhibitors, calcium channel blockers, or alpha-1-adrenergic blockers for at least 5 half-lives prior to treatment with the HEPZATO-KIT. If necessary, use other short-acting antihypertensive drugs to manage blood pressure during the peri-procedure period.


5.2 HEPZATO KIT REMS PROGRAM

The HEPZATO KIT is only available through a restricted program under a REMS, because of the risk of severe peri-procedural complications including hemorrhage, hepatocellular injury, and thromboembolic events defined in the REMS. The HEPZATO KIT should only be used by trained healthcare providers [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].

Important requirements of the HEPZATO KIT REMS include:

Further information is available at www.HEPZATOKITREMS.com or contact Delcath Systems at 1-833-632-0457.

  • Healthcare settings that dispense and administer HEPZATO KIT must be enrolled, certified, and comply with the REMS requirements.
  • Certified healthcare facilities must ensure that healthcare providers who perform the Percutaneous Hepatic Perfusion (PHP) procedure are trained on the use of HEPZATO KIT and must only dispense HEPZATO when authorized to do so by the REMS.
  • Certified healthcare facilities must ensure that patients are assessed for severe peri-procedural complications during the procedure and for at least 72 hours following the procedure.

5.3 Myelosuppression

Hematologic adverse reactions, including thrombocytopenia, anemia, and neutropenia have been reported in patients treated with HEPZATO. The risk of hematologic adverse reactions may be increased in patients who have received prior chemotherapy, bone irradiation, or who have compromised bone marrow function.

In the 95 patients who received HEPZATO in the FOCUS trial, 68% had Grade 3 or 4 myelosuppression. A total of 55%, 33%, and 30% experienced Grade 3 or 4 thrombocytopenia, anemia, and neutropenia, respectively. Median time to thrombocyte nadir was 13 days (range: 3-33) after treatment with median recovery in 20 days (range: 4-29) after treatment. Median time to hemoglobin nadir was 10 days (range: 3-21) after treatment with median recovery in 13 days (range: 4-28) after treatment. Median time to neutrophil nadir was 11 days (range: 3-36) after treatment with median recovery in 17 days (range: 9-36) after treatment.

Monitor patients for severe infections, bleeding, and symptomatic anemia. Only administer HEPZATO in patients with platelets >100,000/microliter, hemoglobin ≥10.0 gm/dL and neutrophils >2,000/microliter. Administer transfusions or growth factors as appropriate [see Dosage and Administration (2.1)].


5.4 Hypersensitivity Reactions

Hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis, have occurred in approximately 2% of patients who received an intravenous (IV) formulation of melphalan. These reactions with melphalan are characterized by urticaria, pruritus, edema, skin rashes, and in some patients, tachycardia, bronchospasm, dyspnea, and hypotension. Hypersensitivity can occur in patients with or without prior exposure to IV or oral melphalan.

When a hypersensitivity reaction is observed, immediately terminate the hepatic arterial HEPZATO infusion and administer necessary supportive care [see Contraindications (4)].

Patients with a history of allergic reactions to iodinated contrast may experience hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis, during treatment with the HEPZATO KIT. Premedicate patients with a history of allergic reaction to iodinated contrast prior to treatment with HEPZATO KIT. Do not administer HEPZATO KIT in patients with a history of severe allergic reactions or anaphylaxis to iodinated contrast [see IFU, see Contraindications (4)].


5.5 Gastrointestinal Adverse Reactions

Gastrointestinal adverse reactions including nausea and vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea are common, and occurred in 84% of patients treated with HEPZATO in the FOCUS trial. Administer a proton pump inhibitor the day prior to and the morning of the procedure. If anti-emetic treatment is required, pre-medicate with anti-emetic therapy in subsequent cycles.


5.6 Secondary Malignancies

Melphalan has been shown to cause chromatid or chromosome damage in humans. Secondary malignancies, including acute nonlymphocytic leukemia, myeloproliferative syndrome, and carcinoma, have been reported in patients with cancer treated with intravenous alkylating drugs including melphalan. Some patients also received other chemotherapeutic agents or radiation therapy. Precise quantification of the risk of acute leukemia, myeloproliferative syndrome, or carcinoma is not possible. Published reports of leukemia in patients who have received oral or IV melphalan (and other alkylating drugs) suggest that the risk of leukemogenesis increases with chronicity of treatment and with cumulative dose [see Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1)].


5.7 Embryo-Fetal Toxicity

Based on animal studies and its mechanism of action, melphalan can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Melphalan is genotoxic, targets actively dividing cells, and was embryolethal and teratogenic in rats. Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to a fetus. Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with HEPZATO and for 6 months after the last dose. Advise males with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with HEPZATO and for 3 months after the last dose [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1, 8.3), Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1)].


5.8 Infertility

Melphalan-based chemotherapy regimens have been reported to cause suppression of ovarian function in premenopausal women, resulting in persistent amenorrhea in approximately 9% of patients. Reversible or irreversible testicular suppression has also been reported [see Use in Specific Populations (8.3)].


6 ADVERSE REACTIONS

Below are adverse reactions associated with HEPZATO KIT. Additional adverse reactions related to the procedure and/or medical device are described in further detail in the HEPZATO KIT IFU. The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling:

  • Peri-procedural complications [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]
  • Myelosuppression [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)]
  • Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)]
  • Gastrointestinal Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)]
  • Secondary Malignancies [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6)]

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-device combination cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice.

The adverse drug reactions (ADRs) described in this section were identified from the FOCUS trial. FOCUS was a multicenter trial that evaluated HEPZATO (melphalan) administered via the HEPZATO KIT in patients with unresectable hepatic metastases from uveal melanoma. In the FOCUS trial, a total of 95 patients were enrolled into the HEPZATO KIT arm, of which 91 patients received treatment with HEPZATO.

Serious adverse reactions occurred in 45% of patients who received HEPZATO. Serious adverse reactions occurring in ≥ 2% of patients were thrombocytopenia (10%), neutropenia (8%), febrile neutropenia (7%), platelet count decreased (6%), leukopenia (4.2%), cardiac arrest (3.2%), neutrophil count decreased (2.1%), hypoxia (2.1%), pleural effusion (2.1%), pulmonary edema (2.1%), and deep vein thrombosis (2.1%). Fatal adverse reactions occurred in 3 (3.2%) patients who were treated with HEPZATO; these included cardiac arrest, acute hepatic failure and bacterial peritonitis.

HEPZATO was permanently discontinued due to adverse reactions in 18% of patients with neutropenia being the most common adverse reaction (3.2%) requiring permanent discontinuation.

Dose reductions due to an adverse reaction occurred in 14% of patients who received HEPZATO. Adverse reactions which required dose reductions occurring in ≥ 2% of patients were platelet count decreased (6%), neutropenia (4.2%), anemia (2.1%), and thrombocytopenia (2.1%).

Adverse reactions that required dosage interruption in ≥ 2% of patients who received HEPZATO were platelet count decreased (6%), neutropenia (5%), thrombocytopenia (3.2%), anemia (3.2%) and febrile neutropenia (2.1%).

The most common (≥20%) adverse reactions or laboratory abnormalities reported in patients treated with HEPZATO were thrombocytopenia (65%), fatigue (65%), anemia (63%), nausea (57%), musculoskeletal pain (46%), leukopenia (46%), abdominal pain (39%), neutropenia (35%), vomiting (35%), increased alanine aminotransferase (32%), prolonged activated partial thromboplastin time (28%), increased aspartate aminotransferase (28%), increased blood alkaline phosphatase (27%), and dyspnea (23%).

Table 2 and Table 3 summarize adverse reactions and laboratory abnormalities, respectively, that occurred in FOCUS.

All Adverse Reactions N=95
All Grades (%)Grades 3 or 4 (%)
Gastrointestinal disorders
     Nausea 57 0
     Abdominal Pain139 1
     Vomiting135 0
     Diarrhea117 1
General disorders
     Fatigue165 0
     Pyrexia116 0
Musculoskeletal And Connective Tissue Disorders
     Musculoskeletal Pain146 1
      Groin Pain 11 0
Respiratory disorders
     Dyspnea123 2
     Cough115 0
Nervous system disorders
     Headache119 0
     Lethargy 12 0
     Dizziness111 0
Injury and procedural complications
     Contusion 17 0
Metabolism and nutrition disorders
     Decreased appetite 16 0
Vascular disorders
     Hemorrhage115 1
     Hypotension113 3
Laboratory AbnormalityAll Laboratory Abnormalities N=95
All Grades (%)Grades 3 or 4(%)
Platelets decreaseda65 55
Hemoglobin decreaseda63 33
Leukocytes decreaseda46 34
Neutrophils decreaseda35 30
Alanine aminotransferase increased 32 3
International normalized ratio increased 31 8
Activated partial thromboplastin time prolonged 28 8
Aspartate aminotransferase increased 28 4
Blood alkaline phosphatase increased 27 2
Calcium decreased 13 3
Troponin I increased 13 2
Blood bilirubin increased 11 3

8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS


8.1 Pregnancy


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Risk Summary

Based on animal studies and its mechanism of action, melphalan can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman, including teratogenicity and/or embryo-fetal lethality [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1)]. Melphalan is a genotoxic drug and can cause chromatid or chromosome damage in humans [see Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1)]. In animal studies, melphalan was embryolethal and teratogenic in rats at doses below the recommended clinical doses [see Data]. Advise a pregnant woman of the potential risk to a fetus.

The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated populations are unknown. However, the background risk in the United States general population of major birth defects is 2% to 4% and of miscarriage is 15% to 20% of clinically recognized pregnancies.


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Data


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Animal Data

Adequate animal studies have not been conducted with IV melphalan. Melphalan was embryolethal and teratogenic in rats following oral administration of 6 to 18 mg/m2/day for ten (10) days (0.05 to 0.16 times the recommended clinical dose of 3 mg/kg or 111 mg/m2/day) and intraperitoneal administration of 18 mg/m2 (0.16 times the highest recommended clinical dose). Malformations resulting from melphalan administration included alterations of the brain (underdevelopment, deformation, meningocele, and encephalocele) and eye (anophthalmia and microphthalmos), reduction of the mandible and tail, and hepatocele (exomphaly).


8.2 Lactation


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Risk Summary

It is not known whether melphalan is present in human milk. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk and because of the potential for serious adverse reactions in nursing children from melphalan, breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with melphalan and for one week after the last dose.


8.3 Females and Males of Reproductive Potential

Melphalan can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Verify the pregnancy status of females of reproductive potential prior to initiating HEPZATO [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1)].


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Contraception


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Females

Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with HEPZATO and for 6 months after the last dose.


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Males

HEPZATO administration may damage spermatozoa and testicular tissue, resulting in possible genetic fetal abnormalities. Advise males with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with HEPZATO and for 3 months after the last dose [see Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1)].


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Infertility


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Females

Melphalan causes suppression of ovarian function in premenopausal women, resulting in amenorrhea in a significant number of patients.


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Males

Reversible and irreversible testicular suppression has been reported in male patients after administration of melphalan.


8.4 Pediatric Use

The safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.


8.5 Geriatric Use

Clinical studies of HEPZATO did not include sufficient numbers of subjects aged 65 and over to determine whether they respond differently from younger subjects. In the FOCUS trial, 30 of the 91 patients (33%) were 65 years and older.


10 OVERDOSE

No information on melphalan overdosage is available following administration of HEPZATO. Overdoses resulting in death have been reported following treatment with high intravenous (IV) doses of melphalan.

Overdoses via the IV route, including doses up to 290 mg/m2 (approximately 7.5 mg/kg IBW), have produced the following symptoms: severe nausea and vomiting, decreased consciousness, convulsions, muscular paralysis, and cholinomimetic effects. Severe mucositis, stomatitis, colitis, diarrhea, and hemorrhage of the gastrointestinal tract occur at high IV doses (>100 mg/m2 or approximately 2.6 mg/kg IBW). Elevations in liver enzymes and veno-occlusive disease occur infrequently. Significant hyponatremia caused by an associated inappropriate secretion of antidiuretic hormone syndrome has been observed. Nephrotoxicity and adult respiratory distress syndrome have been reported.

The principal toxic effect is bone marrow suppression. Hematologic parameters should be closely followed for three (3) to six (6) weeks. General supportive measures together with appropriate blood transfusions and antibiotics should be instituted as deemed necessary by the physician. General supportive measures, together with appropriate blood and platelet transfusions, should be instituted if necessary and consideration given to hospitalization, antibiotic cover, and the use of hematological growth factors.

This drug is not removed from systemic plasma to any significant degree by hemodialysis or hemoperfusion.


11 DESCRIPTION

Melphalan, is a bifunctional alkylating drug that is active against selected human neoplastic diseases. Melphalan is available as melphalan hydrochloride salt. The chemical name of melphalan hydrochloride is 4-[bis(2-chloroethyl)amino]-L-phenylalanine hydrochloride. The molecular formula is C13H18Cl2N2O2.HCl and the molecular weight is 341.67.

Melphalan is practically insoluble in water and has a pKa1 of ~2.5.

HEPZATO, for injection, is supplied as a sterile, nonpyrogenic, freeze-dried white to pale yellow freeze-dried cake/ powder. Each single dose vial contains melphalan 50 mg, equivalent to 56 mg of melphalan hydrochloride and 20 mg povidone.

HEPZATO (melphalan) is reconstituted using the sterile diluent provided. Each vial of sterile diluent contains sodium citrate 0.2 g, propylene glycol 6.0 mL, ethanol (96%) 0.52 mL, and water for injection to a total of 10 mL.

HEPZATO (melphalan) for use with the hepatic delivery system is administered intra-arterially.


12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY


12.1 Mechanism of Action

Melphalan is an alkylating drug of the bischloroethylamine type. As a result, its cytotoxicity appears to be related to the extent of its interstrand cross-linking with DNA, probably by binding at the N7 position of guanine. It is active against both resting and rapidly dividing tumor cells.


12.2 Pharmacodynamics


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Exposure-Response

Melphalan exposure-response relationships and the time course of pharmacodynamic response following administration of HEPZATO via the Hepatic Delivery System are not fully characterized.


12.3 Pharmacokinetics

Geometric mean of systemic melphalan maximum concentration (Cmax) is 2.4 (%CV 3.0) mcg/mL and the AUC0-last was 1.8 (%CV 1.1) mcg*hr/mL.

The melphalan median (range) time to Cmax (Tmax) is 0.57 (0.05 – 1.18) hours following administration of HEPZATO.


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Distribution

The melphalan plasma protein binding is approximately 78% following administration of HEPZATO. Serum albumin accounts for approximately 40% to 60% and α1-acid glycoprotein approximately 20% of the plasma protein binding.


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Elimination

The median terminal elimination phase half-life of 1.07 hours that is consistent with IV melphalan administration.


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Metabolism:

Melphalan is primarily metabolized by hydrolysis to inactive metabolites.


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Excretion:

Liver uptake and removal of melphalan by isolation of hepatic venous blood and subsequent filtration by HDS are the two main processes for reducing the amount of melphalan that is available systemically following administration of HEPZATO. HDS reduced systemic melphalan exposure with a mean (SD) filter efficiency of 82.7% (14.4%) for the total filtration period.

Systemic melphalan is eliminated by renal excretion of parent drug and metabolites.


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Specific Populations

No clinically significant differences in the pharmacokinetics of melphalan were observed based on body weight (43 - 150 kg), creatinine clearance (> 50 mL/min), or hepatic parameters (ALT (7 - 157 IU/L), AST (11 - 90 IU/L), or bilirubin (0.06 - 1.5 mg/dL) following administration of HEPZATO KIT.


13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY


13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility

Adequate and well-controlled carcinogenicity studies have not been conducted in animals. However, intraperitoneal (IP) administration of melphalan in rats (5.4 to 10.8 mg/m2) and in mice (2.25 to 4.5 mg/m2) 3 times per week for 6 months followed by 12 months post-dose observation produced peritoneal sarcoma and lung tumors, respectively.

Intramuscular administration of melphalan at 6 and 60 mg/m2 produced structural aberrations of the chromatid and chromosomes in bone marrow cells of Wistar rats.


14 CLINICAL STUDIES


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Study in Patients with Uveal Melanoma

The efficacy of HEPZATO in hepatic-dominant metastatic uveal melanoma was based on the results from 91 patients who received HEPZATO via the HEPZATO KIT in the FOCUS Study (NCT02678572), a multicenter, open-label trial. To be eligible for enrollment, patients were required to have metastatic uveal melanoma with metastases predominately involving the liver (liver dominant). Limited extrahepatic disease in the bone, subcutaneous sites, lymph nodes, or lung was permitted if the life-threatening component of the uveal melanoma was in the liver and the extrahepatic disease was amenable to resection or radiation and had a defined treatment plan. Patients with metastases in more ≥ 50% of the liver parenchyma, unable to undergo general anesthesia, ECOG ≥2, platelets < 100,000/microliter, absolute neutrophil count < 1,500/microliter, hemoglobin < 10 gm/dL, Child-Pugh Class B or C cirrhosis, or hepatitis B or C infection were excluded.

Patients received 3 mg/kg of melphalan based on ideal body weight (IBW, maximum total dose of 220 mg) administered intraarterially using the Hepatic Delivery System (HDS) every 6-8 weeks for up to 6 infusions. The median number of infusions administered per patient was 4 (range: 1-6). Thirty-seven percent (37%) of the 91 patients treated received the maximum of six infusions of treatment.

The major efficacy outcome measures were objective response rate (ORR) and duration of response (DoR) using computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) assessed by an independent central review committee (IRC) using Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors (RECIST) v1.1.

The median age of patients was 61 years (range 20 to 78), 52% were female, 95% were White, 5% unavailable, and all patients had Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status of 0 or 1. Ninety-five percent (95%) of enrolled patients had either 2 or 3 hepatic lesions. Seventy-nine percent (79%) of patients had <25% liver involvement. Thirty percent of the treated patients had extra-hepatic lesions, of which 20% had 1 extrahepatic lesion and 10% had 2 or more; overall 12% of patients had lung, 11% soft tissue/subcutaneous, 5% lymph node, and 4% had bone involvement. Forty-three percent (43%) of patients underwent prior therapy for metastatic disease, including systemic therapy (25%), other surgeries or procedures (14%), and radiation (11%).

The efficacy results of HEPZATO treatment are summarized in Table 4.

HEPZATO(N=91)
Objective Response Rate
     ORR (95% CI)136.3% (26.4, 47.0)
            Complete Response 7.7%
            Partial Response 28.6%
Duration of response (months)
            Number of Responders n= 33
            Median2 (months) (95% CI)314.0 (8.3, 17.7)
     % Responder with DoR≥6 months470 %
     % Responder with DoR≥12 months430 %

15 REFERENCES

1OSHA Hazardous Drugs. OSHA. http://www.osha.gov/hazardous-drugs


16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING


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How Supplied

The HEPZATO KIT includes the HEPZATO 5 x 5 Drug Pack and the Hepatic Delivery System (HDS). Each 5 x 5 HEPZATO KIT Drug Pack includes HEPZATO (melphalan) and diluents for reconstitution and dilution:

HEPZATO (melphalan) for injection must only be administered with the HDS device supplied with the HEPZATO KIT and components specified by Delcath Systems, Inc, in the IFU [see Dosage and Administration (3)].

  • Each vial of HEPZATO contains 50 mg melphalan for injection supplied as a sterile, nonpyrogenic, freeze-dried cake/powder in a carton containing 5 single-dose, glass vials (NDC 75833-800-01).
  • Each vial of sterile diluent contains sodium citrate 0.2 g, propylene glycol 6.0 mL, ethanol (96%) 0.52 mL, and water for injection to a total of 10 mL in a carton containing 5 single-dose, glass vials for reconstitution (NDC 75833-700-01).
  • Each of two 250 mL plastic containers of 0.9% sodium chloride injection USP (NDC 0264-7800-20).

STORAGE AND HANDLING SECTION

Storage and Handling

HEPZATO for injection and its associated diluents including 0.9% sodium chloride must be stored at controlled room temperature 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F). Temperature excursions are permitted between 15°C- 30°C (59°F-86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].

The Hepatic Delivery System components may be stored at room temperature.

Melphalan is a hazardous drug. Follow applicable special handling and disposal procedures.1

HEPZATO is light sensitive. Retain in original carton until use.

HEPZATO (melphalan) for injection

Manufactured for: Delcath Systems, Inc.Queensbury, NY 12804by Mylan Institutional LLCMade in Italy

HEPZATO KIT (melphalan for Injection/Hepatic Delivery System)

Packaged and Distributed by:Delcath Systems, Inc.Queensbury, NY 12804


17 Patient Counseling Information

Advise patients or their caregivers of the following risks of the HEPZATO KIT:


SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Peri-Procedural Complications

  • Advise patients of the severe procedural risks associated with administration of melphalan using the HEPZATO KIT including hemorrhage, hepatic injury, and thromboembolic events.
  • Advise patients that they will be monitored in a hospital setting following each treatment.
  • Advise patients taking anti-coagulant and anti-hypertensive medications that these may need to be discontinued prior to treatment with HEPZATO KIT [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Myelosuppression

  • Advise patients to immediately contact their healthcare provider for a fever, bruising, or bleeding. Advise patients of the need for monitoring of blood counts [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)].

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Hypersensitivity

  • Inform patients of the signs and symptoms of hypersensitivity. Advise patients to immediately report symptoms of hypersensitivity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)].

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Latex Allergy

  • The double balloon catheter component of the HEPZATO KIT Hepatic Delivery System contains natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions in latex-sensitive individuals [see Contraindications (4)].

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Gastrointestinal

  • Advise patients to report symptoms of nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, so that appropriate antiemetic and/or antidiarrheal medications can be administered [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)].

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Secondary Malignancies

  • Advise patients that treatment with HEPZATO has the potential long-term risk of secondary malignancy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6)].

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Embryo-Fetal Toxicity

  • Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to a fetus [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) and Use in Specific Populations (8.1)].
  • Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with HEPZATO and for 6 months after the last dose. Advise females to contact their healthcare provider if they become pregnant, or if pregnancy is suspected, while taking HEPZATO [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) and Use in Specific Populations (8.1, 8.3)].
  • Advise males with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with HEPZATO and for 3 months after the last dose [see Use in Specific Populations (8.3)].

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Lactation

  • Advise women not to breastfeed during treatment with HEPZATO and for one week after the last dose [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) and Use in Specific Populations (8.2)]

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Infertility

HEPZATO (melphalan) for Injection

HEPZATO KIT (melphalan for Injection/Hepatic Delivery System)

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  • Inform both females and males of reproductive potential about the risk of infertility [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) and Use in Specific Populations (8.3)].

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE SECTION

(a) ASSEMBLED SYSTEM – FIGURE 1

(b) SUPPLIED DISPOSABLE COMPONENTS – FIGURE 2

HEPZATO KIT™

HEPZATO (melphalan) for Injection/

Hepatic Delivery System

COMPLETE REQUIRED REMS TRAINING BEFORE USING THIS DEVICE FOR THE FIRST TIME. ENSURE YOU COMPLETELY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE.

(c) DESCRIPTION OF SYSTEM COMPONENTS

HEPZATO KIT™ consists of a closed circuit of catheters and drug-specific filters utilized to deliver Hepzato (melphalan) to the hepatic artery and to lower the concentration of melphalan in the blood before it is returned to systemic circulation. A schematic overview of how the Hepatic Delivery System components work together is presented in Figure 1: Assembled System. The system is designed to be used with a Medtronic Bio-Console® 560 Speed Controller System and TX50P Flow Transducer.

1. Double Balloon Catheter (DBC) -- 16F (shaft) polyurethane double balloon catheter that is placed in the retro-hepatic inferior vena cava to isolate the hepatic venous blood and transport it to the Extracorporeal Hemofiltration Circuit for filtration. The catheter has one large (central) drainage lumen and four accessory ports. Due to variation in the length of a patient's retro-hepatic segment of the inferior vena cava and relative positions of hepatic and renal veins, the Double Balloon Catheter is available in two different balloon configurations: 50 mm or 62 mm between the two balloons.

Using pre-operative computed tomography (CT) imaging, or by performing an inferior vena cavogram prior to placement of the Double Balloon Catheter, estimate the length of the retro-hepatic segment of the inferior vena cava and the relative positions of hepatic and renal veins in order to determine the optimum Double Balloon Catheter balloon spacing: 50mm or 62mm.

Two of the accessory ports are used to inflate low-pressure occlusion balloons, which are inflated independently to occlude the inferior vena cava above and below the hepatic veins. When inflated, the cephalic (superior – blue port) balloon obstructs the inferior vena cava above the hepatic veins and the caudal (inferior – yellow port) balloon obstructs the inferior vena cava below the hepatic veins, thus isolating hepatic venous blood in the fenestrated segment between the balloons.

The large drainage lumen with a quick connect fitting is a conduit to the fenestrations between the two occlusion-balloons. The fenestrations allow the hepatic venous blood to flow into the drainage lumen and exit the catheter at the proximal end.

The third accessory (translucent) port labeled “CONTRAST” is for injections of iodinated contrast medium through the fenestrations, to check catheter position.

The fourth accessory port (white) is used for over-the-guidewire (OTW) introduction and positioning of the catheter in the retro-hepatic inferior vena cava. This lumen also has a small port opening along the catheter shaft positioned inferior to the caudal balloon and exits at the distal tip, to allow inferior vena cava blood, proximal to the caudal balloon, to bypass the occluded segment of the inferior vena cava and flow into the right atrium.

2. Accessory Pack

3. 5F Infusion Catheter -- 5F arterial catheter is used to deliver Hepzato into the proper hepatic artery or it can be used to coaxially introduce a microcatheter, if, at the discretion of the Interventional Radiologist, a microcatheter is preferred for selective catheter tip placement for the drug infusion. The following microcatheters have been qualified for use with the Hepzato KIT™ - select one of the microcatheters below. See microcatheter manufacturer's Instructions for Use. These microcatheters are NOT PROVIDED by Delcath:

4. Delcath Hemofiltration Dual Filter Cartridge -- One single-use Dual Filter Cartridge designed with the filter cartridges arranged in parallel to lower the concentration of Hepzato (melphalan) in systemic circulation. The cartridge frame comes with a built-in pole clamp.

Filter mechanism of action: The filter is composed of activated carbon for adsorption and removal of HEPZATO. The pore structure of the filter media along with its particle size and shape contribute to rapid HEPZATO adsorption where large quantities (70 cc/100 g of carbon with melphalan) are adsorbed during a first pass through the filter Flow rates should be between 0.4 Liters/minute to 0.8 Liters/minute, to ensure the appropriate removal of the HEPZATO from the blood during the 30-minute infusion period and continue to remove residual drug during the 30-minute wash out period.

5. Extracorporeal Hemofiltration Circuit (EFC) -- The Extracorporeal Hemofiltration Circuit is used to transport the hepatic venous blood, which has been isolated by the Double Balloon Catheter and aspirated into the fenestration lumen, through the Hemofiltration Cartridges and back to the patient through the Venous Return Sheath. Connections are provided for infusion of normal saline. This circuit includes:

6. Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Connection Line -- The CO2 Connection Line is used to deliver sterile CO2 gas to the Hemofiltration Cartridges to aid in priming/debubbling the filter cartridge, prior to the start of the procedure. The CO2 Line has no patient contact.

(d) INDICATIONS FOR USE

HEPZATO KIT™, containing HEPZATO for injection, is indicated as a liver-directed treatment for adult patients with uveal melanoma with unresectable hepatic metastases affecting less than 50% of the liver and no extrahepatic disease or extrahepatic disease limited to the bone, lymph nodes, subcutaneous tissues, or lung that is amenable to resection or radiation.

(f) CONTRAINDICATIONS

HEPZATO KIT is contraindicated in patients with:

(g) WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

PLEASE CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE LIST OF WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS BELOW AS SERIOUS INJURY, ILLNESS OR DEATH OF THE PATIENT CAN OCCUR IF THESE WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT PROPERLY FOLLOWED.

Peri-Procedural Complications

Hemorrhage, hepatocellular injury, and thromboembolic events have been observed when HEPZATO has been administered via hepatic intra-arterial administration. Administration of HEPZATO KIT requires general anesthesia and extracorporeal bypass of circulation which may cause life threatening or fatal adverse effects. Ensure the patient is euvolemic but do not overhydrate the patient. Monitor for these peri-procedural complications during the procedure and for at least 72 hours following the procedure.

To mitigate the risk of thromboembolic events, administer anticoagulation as described in the IFU during the procedure.

Due to the risk of bleeding, do not use in patients with uncorrectable coagulopathies and delay treatment with the HEPZATO KIT for at least 4 weeks after surgery or other medical procedure involving the liver. Platelets and clotting factors may be removed during the HEPZATO KIT procedure. Monitor platelets and coagulation parameters as described in the IFU. If life-threatening bleeding occurs during the procedure, reverse anticoagulation as described in the IFU and correct coagulopathy as appropriate. Discontinue anticoagulation with warfarin or other oral anticoagulants prior to the procedure until hemostasis has been restored after the procedure and no bleeding complications have been observed. Refer to the Prescribing Information of the anticoagulant agent for bridging recommendations for anti-coagulation prior to surgical procedures. Discontinue drugs affecting platelet function such as aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or other anti-platelet drugs one week before the procedure.

Patients with abnormal hepatic vascular (especially arterial supply) or biliary (especially re-implantation of bile duct) anatomy or gastric acid hypersecretion syndromes may be at increased risk of peri-procedural complications or other severe adverse reactions. Screen patients for a history of prior surgeries involving the bile duct to assess whether the patient is an appropriate candidate for HEPZATO KIT and monitor patients for adverse reactions following HEPZATO KIT administration.

Procedure-related reductions in blood pressure including severe hypotension can occur during the HEPZATO KIT procedure. Closely monitor blood pressure during the procedure. Patients may require fluid support and vasopressors. To reduce the risk of severe hypotension, assess hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis function, and temporarily discontinue ACE-inhibitors, calcium channel blockers, or alpha-1-adrenergic blockers for at least 5 half-lives prior to treatment with the HEPZATO-KIT. If necessary, use other short-acting antihypertensive drugs to manage blood pressure during the peri-procedure period.

HEPZATO KIT REMS Program

The HEPZATO KIT is only available through a restricted program under a REMS, because of the risk of severe peri-procedural complications including hemorrhage, hepatocellular injury, and thromboembolic events defined in the REMS. The HEPZATO KIT should only be used by trained healthcare providers [see HEPZATO USPI Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].

Important requirements of the HEPZATO KIT REMS include:

Healthcare settings that dispense and administer HEPZATO KIT must be enrolled, certified, and comply with the REMS requirements.

Certified healthcare facilities must ensure that healthcare providers who perform the Percutaneous Hepatic Perfusion (PHP) procedure are trained on the use of HEPZATO KIT and must only dispense HEPZATO when authorized to do so.

Certified healthcare facilities must ensure that patients are assessed for severe peri-procedural complications during the procedure and for at least 72 hours following the procedure.

Further information is available at www.HEPZATOKITREMS.com or contact Delcath Systems at 1-833-632-0457.

Myelosuppression

Hematologic adverse reactions, including thrombocytopenia, anemia, and neutropenia have been reported in patients treated with HEPZATO. The risk of hematologic adverse reactions may be increased in patients who have received prior chemotherapy, bone irradiation, or who have compromised bone marrow function.

In the 95 patients who received HEPZATO KIT in the FOCUS trial, 68% had Grade 3 or 4 myelosuppression. A total of 55%, 33%, and 30% experienced Grade 3 or 4 thrombocytopenia, anemia, and neutropenia, respectively. Median time to thrombocyte nadir was 13 days (range: 3-33) after treatment with median recovery in 20 days (range: 4-29) after treatment. Median time to hemoglobin nadir was 10 days (range: 3-21) after treatment with median recovery in 13 days (range: 4-28) after treatment. Median time to neutrophil nadir was 11 days (range: 3-36) after treatment with median recovery in 17 days (range: 9-36) after treatment.

Monitor patients for severe infections, bleeding, and symptomatic anemia. Only administer HEPZATO in patients with platelets >100,000/microliter, hemoglobin ≥10.0 gm/dL and neutrophils >2,000/microliter. Administer transfusions or growth factors as appropriate [see HEPZATO USPI Dosage and Administration (2.1)].

Hypersensitivity Reactions

Hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis, have occurred in approximately 2% of patients who received an intravenous (IV) formulation of melphalan. These reactions with melphalan are characterized by urticaria, pruritus, edema, skin rashes, and in some patients, tachycardia, bronchospasm, dyspnea, and hypotension. Hypersensitivity can occur in patients with or without prior exposure to IV or oral melphalan.

When a hypersensitivity reaction is observed, immediately terminate the hepatic arterial melphalan infusion and administer necessary supportive care [see HEPZATO USPI Contraindications (4), and Adverse Reactions (6.1)].

Patients with a history of allergic reactions to iodinated contrast may experience hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis, during treatment with the HEPZATO KIT. Premedicate patients with a history of allergic reaction to iodinated contrast prior to treatment with HEPZATO KIT. Do not administer HEPZATO KIT in patients with a history of severe allergic reactions or anaphylaxis to iodinated contrast [see IFU contraindications and HEPZATO USPI Contraindications (4)].

Gastrointestinal Adverse Reactions

Gastrointestinal adverse reactions including nausea and vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea are common, and occurred in 84% of patients treated with HEPZATO KIT in the FOCUS trial. Administer a proton-pump inhibitor (PPI) the day prior to and the morning of the procedure. If anti-emetic treatment is required, pre-medicate with anti-emetic therapy in subsequent cycles.

Secondary Malignancies

Melphalan has been shown to cause chromatid or chromosome damage in humans. Secondary malignancies, including acute nonlymphocytic leukemia, myeloproliferative syndrome, and carcinoma, have been reported in patients with cancer treated with intravenous alkylating drugs including melphalan. Some patients also received other chemotherapeutic agents or radiation therapy. Precise quantification of the risk of acute leukemia, myeloproliferative syndrome, or carcinoma is not possible. Published reports of leukemia in patients who have received oral or IV melphalan (and other alkylating drugs) suggest that the risk of leukemogenesis increases with chronicity of treatment and with cumulative dose [see HEPZATO USPI Nonclinical Toxicology (12.1)].

Embryo-Fetal Toxicity

Based on animal studies and its mechanism of action, melphalan can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Melphalan is genotoxic, targets actively dividing cells, and was embryolethal and teratogenic in rats. Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to a fetus. Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with melphalan and for 6 months after the last dose. Advise males with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with HEPZATO and for 3 months after the last dose [see HEPZATO USPI Use in Specific Populations (8.1, 8.3), Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1)].

Infertility

Melphalan-based chemotherapy regimens have been reported to cause suppression of ovarian function in premenopausal women, resulting in persistent amenorrhea in approximately 9% of patients. Reversible or irreversible testicular suppression has also been reported [see HEPZATO USPI Use in Specific Populations (8.3)].

(h) LOCATION OF PROCEDURE

The procedure must be performed in an appropriately equipped interventional radiology suite with fluoroscopy or an operating room designed and equipped similarly. Resuscitation personnel, equipment, and medications must be immediately available.

The PHP procedure team (IR, PF, AN) is required to complete the Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) training. Refer to Procedure Flowchart (Figure 35) which provides an overview of the procedure and how the PHP procedure team and their tasks work together. All REMS materials are available at www.HEPZATOKITREMS.com or by calling the REMS Coordinating Center at 1-833-632-0457.

To facilitate use of these instructions, the procedural sections include Healthcare User Identifiers to assist each user in identifying procedural steps applicable to them.

PROCEDURE

(k) PREPARATION: PRIOR TO TREATMENT

           

All medications and supportive measures must be determined and administered in accordance with each institution's policies, guidelines, procedures, and the HEPZATO KIT prescribing information.

Before starting the procedure, confirm that all components of the HEPZATO KIT are available for assembly. Note: Certain components are not supplied by Delcath. Verify that the Medtronic pump is functioning properly (see pump operating manual for instructions on proper functionality).

Hepatic Vascular Mapping - Angiography and Embolization

To deliver HEPZATO to the whole liver and avoid inadvertent infusion of HEPZATO into the gastrointestinal or visceral branches, conduct a thorough hepatic artery angiogram and investigation of variant hepatic and gastric artery anatomy. In addition, embolization of certain branches supplying the gastro-intestinal tract may be necessary.

Double Catheter Balloon Sizing

Coagulation Studies

Blood Products

Type and cross-match depending on institutional guidelines for:

Hydration

Allopurinol

Proton Pump Inhibitors

Anticoagulation

Anesthetic Management

Blood Pressure Control

Drug Preparation and Delivery Planning

(l) PREPARING AND PRIMING THE EXTRACORPOREAL HEMOFILTRATION CIRCUIT (EFC)  

CAUTION: Adherence to strict sterile procedures is always mandatory

(hh) PROCEDURE FLOWCHART - FIGURE 35

(ii)

WARNINGOnly the components provided in the HEPZATO KIT or specified by Delcath Systems, Inc. in the “not included” box below are to be used to create the circuit. There should be no substitutions. The circuit has not been validated for use with other components.Do not disassemble the components provided in the Hepatic Delivery System as this may damage the components.
NOT INCLUDED:
Bubble Trap holder Medtronic Bio-Console 560 Speed Controller System (“Pump”) Medtronic Bio-Probe TX50P (“Flow Transducer”) CO2 Supply for Priming Dual Filter Drug Injector: must be able to inject at a rate of 25 mL/minute Drug Delivery Disposables:One (1) Medrad 150mL Syringe (Polypropylene (PP)-Barrel & Polyisoprene-Plunger) or equivalent Two (2) Intravenous Administration Set with spike & drip chamber (Polyvinylchloride (PVC)-tubing, Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) & Polyethylene (PE)-Drip Chamber & Polycarbonate (PC)-Luer) or equivalent One (1) - 48” injector lines (PVC-Tubing & PC-Luer) or equivalent Five (5) 3-way stopcocks (PC-body, High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) or Acetal-Handles) or equivalent Three (3) 20 mL syringes (PP-Barrel & Polyisoprene-Plunger) or equivalent Microcatheters (Maximal Distal End OD = 2.8F) – for Selective Drug Infusion (at Interventional Radiologist discretion). Select one from Delcath qualified microcatheters listed below:Merit Maestro (Merit Medical Systems, Inc., So. Jordan, UT, USA) BSC Renegade Hi-Flo (Boston-Scientific Corp.; Natick, MA, USA) Terumo Progreat (Terumo Medical Corp., Somerset, NJ, USA)
(e) WARNING: PERI-PROCEDURAL COMPLICATIONS, MYELOSUPPRESSION
Severe peri-procedural complications including hemorrhage, hepatocellular injury, and thromboembolic events may occur via hepatic intra-arterial administration of HEPZATO. Assess patients for these adverse reactions during and for at least 72 hours following administration of HEPZATO.HEPZATO KIT is available only through a restricted program under a Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy called the HEPZATO KIT REMS.Myelosuppression with resulting severe infection, bleeding, or symptomatic anemia may occur with HEPZATO. Monitor hematologic laboratory parameters and delay additional cycles of HEPZATO therapy until blood counts have improved.
(i) Percutaneous Hepatic Perfusion (PHP) PROCEDURE TEAM
PHP Procedure team members are the Interventional Radiologist, the Perfusionist and the Anesthesiologist.
A qualified interventional radiologist with the knowledge, skills, experience, and hospital privileges required to perform advanced vascular interventional procedures. A qualified perfusionist to establish, monitor, and control the extracorporeal pump and veno-venous bypass circuit. A qualified anesthetist (anesthesiologist) and/or nurse anesthetist responsible for the management of sedation, analgesia, respiratory and cardiovascular support.
(j) OTHER CLINICAL TEAM MEMBERS
Other clinical team members include the medical/surgical oncologist, pharmacist, chemotherapy healthcare professional and intensivist.
A qualified medical/surgical oncologist experienced in the monitoring of toxicities of chemotherapy and who is responsible for the complete medical management of the patient, including, but not limited to, pre- and post-operative care. The medical/surgical oncologist may also be responsible for monitoring the patient during the immediate post-procedure period. The medical/surgical oncologist will also play a unique role in communicating about chemotherapeutic agent (HEPZATO) and the Hepatic Delivery System risks and coordinating with other oncologists and key health care professionals responsible for patient follow-up care and monitoring for post-procedure toxicities.
A qualified pharmacist, on call during the procedure, to reconstitute the chemotherapeutic agent HEPZATO (melphalan), using national and local safety guidelines. The pharmacist should be aware of the rapid preparation time required for the preparation and administration of HEPZATO for use with the Hepatic Delivery System.
A qualified chemotherapy healthcare professional certified by the site to deliver chemotherapy, such as Interventional Radiology Technician or Registered Nurse.
A qualified intensivist, or appropriately qualified critical care specialist, responsible for providing medical management (reversing coagulopathy and blood product support) of the patient in the immediate post-procedure period during which the patient is in the intensive care unit or step-down unit.
WARNINGIf the perfusion of melphalan cannot be isolated from the systemic circulation, stop the drug infusion immediately.
Manufactured by:Delcath Systems, Inc.Queensbury, NY 12804
Delcath is a registered trademark of Delcath Systems, Inc.HEPZATO is a registered trademark of Delcath Systems, Inc.HEPZATO KIT is a registered trademark of Delcath Systems, Inc.© 2023 Delcath Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Medtronic's Bio-Console® , Bio-Pump, and Bio-Probe are registered trademarks of Medtronic Inc. RecyclablePackage
  • 9F and 13F Dilator Set --These over-the-wire dilators are used to widen the subcutaneous space and venous entry site in preparation for the placement of the 18F Introducer Set.
  • 18F Introducer Set (Sheath and Dilator) -- The 18F introducer sheath and coaxial dilator are to be placed over a wire; the dilator is removed, and the sheath is available for the insertion of the Double Balloon Catheter or the 18F Obturator.
  • 18F Obturator -- An 18F obturator is used to occlude and support the 18F sheath lumen when it is not in use, and upon removal of the Double Balloon Catheter at the end of the procedure.
  • 5F Introducer Set (Sheath and Dilator) -- A 5F hemostasis sheath is used to facilitate the introduction of the 5F Infusion Catheter through the femoral artery.
  • 10F Introducer Set (Venous Return Sheath) -- A 10F sheath used to return the filtered hepatic venous blood through the internal jugular vein. A 3-way high-flow stopcock is included as part of the 10F Introducer Set. The high-flow stopcock is attached to the Venous Return Sheath and then to the male connector of the Extracorporeal Hemofiltration Circuit, if required. This sheath may also be used for hydration.

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

Principal Display Panel - Kit Label

NDC 75833-601-02

HEPZATO KIT™

(melphalan) for Injection/Hepatic Delivery System (HDS)

REF 601002

EXP: YYYY-MM-DD

LOT: XXXXXXX

Contents:

1 - Hepatic Delivery System, 62 mm Double Balloon Catheter

1 - HEPZATO™ 5 x 50 mg/vial* (melphalan) for Injection and (2) 250 mL, 0.9% Sodium ChlorideInjection USP (secondary diluent):

WARNING: Hazardous Drug

SINGLE-DOSE VIAL

Rx Only

*HEPZATO Carton contains 5 vials of HEPZATO and 5 vials of sterile diluent:

*Each vial contains sterile, non-pyrogenic, freeze dried melphalan 50 mg, equivalent to 56 mg ofmelphalan hydrochloride and 20 mg povidone.

Each vial of sterile, nonpyrogenic diluent containing 0.2 g sodium citrate, 6.0 mL propylene glycol,0.52 mL ethanol (96%), and Water for Injection to a total of 10 mL.

Must be reconstituted with accompanying diluent and further diluted with accompanying 0.9%Sodium Chloride Injection USP. See enclosed prescribing information for additional reconstitutionand administration instructions.

Recommended Dosage: see Prescribing Information

For intra-arterial infusion only

Store at controlled room temperature 20° to 25°C (68° – 77°F). Temperature excursions arepermitted between 15° to 30°C (59° – 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]

Protect from light. Retain in carton.

Consult the HEPZATO KIT™ Instructions for Use prior to use.

Caution: This Double Balloon Catheter Contains Natural Rubber Latex

Which May Cause Allergic Reactions.

Delcath®

Packaged and Distributed by:

Delcath Systems, Inc.

Queensbury, NY 12804


PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

Principal Display Panel – 50 mg Vial Label

NDC 75833-800-01

Rx Only

SINGLE-DOSE VIAL

HEPZATO ™

(melphalan) for Injection

50 mg/vial*

WARNING: Hazardous Drug

*Each vial contains sterile, non-pyrogenic, freeze dried melphalan 50mg, equivalent to 56 mg melphalanhydrochloride and 20 mg povidone

For intra-arterial infusion only withthe Delcath Hepatic Delivery System

90004.B


PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

Principal Display Panel – 10 mL Diluent Vial Label

NDC 75833-700-01

Rx Only

SINGLE-DOSE VIAL

STERILE DILUENT

for HEPZATO ™

(melphalan) for Injection

For Drug Diluent Use Only

Each vial contains 0.2 g sodium citrate, 6.0 mLpropylene glycol, 0.52 mL ethanol (96%),and Water for Injection

Nonpyrogenic

90003.B


PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

Principal Display Panel - 0.9 g/250 mL Container Label

0.9% Sodium Chloride

Injection USP

REF L8002

NDC 0264-7800-20

DIN 01924303

HK 22617

250 mL

EXCEL® CONTAINER

Each 100 mL contains: Sodium Chloride USP 0.9 g;

Water for Injection USP qs

pH adjusted with HCl NF

pH: 5.6 (4.5–7.0); Calc. Osmolarity:310 mOsmol/liter

Electrolytes (mEq/liter): Na+ 154; Cl– 154

Sterile, nonpyrogenic. Single dose container. Do not use in series

connection. For intravenous use only. Use only if solution is clear

and container and seals are intact.

WARNINGS: Some additives may be incompatible. Consult with

pharmacist. When introducing additives, use aseptic techniques.

Mix thoroughly. Do not store.

Recommended Storage: Room temperature (25°C). Avoid excessive

heat. Protect from freezing. See Package Insert.

Do not remove overwrap until ready for use. After removing the overwrap,

check for minute leaks by squeezing container firmly. If leaks are found,

discard solution as sterility may be impaired.

Not made with natural rubber latex, PVC or DEHP.

Rx only

EXCEL is a registered trademark of B. Braun Medical Inc.

B. Braun Medical Inc.

Bethlehem, PA 18018-3524 USA

1-800-227-2862

www.bbraun.com

In Canada, distributed by:

B. Braun of Canada, Ltd.

Scarborough, Ontario M1H 2W4

Y94-003-223

LD-136-4

EXP

LOT