Tepotinib

Generic name: Tepotinib
Brand names: Tepmetko
Dosage form: oral tablet (225 mg)
Drug class: Multikinase inhibitors

Usage of Tepotinib

Tepotinib is used to treat a certain type of non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific genetic marker (an abnormal "MET" gene). Your doctor will test you for this gene.

Tepotinib was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on an "accelerated" basis. In clinical studies, some people responded to tepotinib, but further studies are needed.

Tepotinib may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Tepotinib side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Tepotinib may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

new or worsening cough or shortness of breath;

fever; or

liver problems--loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain or swelling (upper right side), tiredness, confusion, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

Common side effects of tepotinib may include:

trouble breathing;

nausea, diarrhea;

muscle or join pain;

feeling tired;

swelling; or

abnormal blood tests.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Tepotinib

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

breathing problems before you had lung cancer; or

liver disease.

You may need to have a negative pregnancy test before starting this treatment.

Both men and women using tepotinib should use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy. Tepotinib can harm an unborn baby if the mother or father is using this medicine.

Keep using birth control for at least 1 week after your last dose. Tell your doctor right away if a pregnancy occurs while either the mother or the father is using tepotinib.

Do not breastfeed while using this medicine, and for at least 1 week after your last dose.

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How to use Tepotinib

Usual Adult Dose for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer:

450 mg orally once a dayDuration of therapy: Until disease progression or unacceptable toxicityUse: For the treatment of patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) harboring mesenchymal-epithelial transition (MET) exon 14 skipping alterations

Warnings

Tepotinib can cause severe or life-threatening side effects on your lungs. Call your doctor at once if you have a cough, fever, or trouble breathing.

What other drugs will affect Tepotinib

Other drugs may affect tepotinib, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using.

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