MINJUVI Powder for concentrate for solution for infusion Ref.[50430] Active ingredients: Tafasitamab

Source: European Medicines Agency (EU)  Revision Year: 2026  Publisher: Incyte Biosciences Distribution B.V., Paasheuvelweg 25, 1105 BP Amsterdam, Netherlands

4.1. Therapeutic indications

MINJUVI is indicated in combination with lenalidomide followed by MINJUVI monotherapy for the treatment of adult patients with relapsed or refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) who are not eligible for autologous stem cell transplant (ASCT).

MINJUVI is indicated in combination with lenalidomide and rituximab for the treatment of adult patients with relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma (FL) (Grade 1-3a) after at least one line of systemic therapy.

4.2. Posology and method of administration

MINJUVI must be administered by a healthcare professional experienced in treatment of cancer patients.

Recommended premedication

A premedication to reduce the risk of infusion-related reactions should be administered 30 minutes to 2 hours prior to tafasitamab infusion. For patients not experiencing infusion-related reactions during the first 3 infusions, premedication is optional for subsequent infusions.

The premedication may include antipyretics (e.g. paracetamol), histamine H1 receptor blockers (e.g. diphenhydramine), histamine H2 receptor blockers (e.g. cimetidine), and/or glucocorticosteroids (e.g. methylprednisolone).

Treatment of infusion-related reactions

If an infusion-related reaction occurs (Grade 2 and higher), the infusion should be interrupted. In addition, appropriate medical treatment of symptoms should be initiated. After signs and symptoms are resolved or reduced to Grade 1, MINJUVI infusion can be resumed at a reduced infusion speed (see Table 1).

If a patient has experienced a Grade 1 to 3 infusion-related reaction, premedication should be administered before subsequent tafasitamab infusions.

Combination with lenalidomide

As MINJUVI is indicated in combination with lenalidomide, please refer to the lenalidomide Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) for the recommendations on prophylactic antithrombotic medicines.

Posology

Recommended dose for the treatment of adult patients with relapsed or refractory DLBCL

The recommended dose of MINJUVI is 12 mg per kg body weight administered as an intravenous infusion according to the following schedule:

  • Cycle 1: infusion on day 1, 4, 8, 15 and 22 of the cycle.
  • Cycles 2 and 3: infusion on day 1, 8, 15 and 22 of each cycle.
  • Cycle 4 until disease progression: infusion on day 1 and 15 of each cycle.

Each cycle has 28 days.

In addition, patients should self-administer lenalidomide capsules at the recommended starting dose of 25 mg daily on days 1 to 21 of each cycle. The starting dose and subsequent dosing may be adjusted according to the lenalidomide SmPC.

MINJUVI plus lenalidomide in combination is given for up to twelve cycles.

Treatment with lenalidomide should be stopped after a maximum of twelve cycles of combination therapy. Patients should continue to receive MINJUVI infusions as single agent on day 1 and 15 of each 28-day cycle, until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.

Recommended dose for the treatment of adult patients with relapsed or refractory FL after at least one line of systemic therapy

The recommended dose of MINJUVI is 12 mg per kg body weight administered as an intravenous infusion according to the following schedule:

  • Cycle 1 to 3: infusion on day 1, 8, 15 and 22 of each cycle.
  • Cycles 4 to 12: infusion on day 1 and 15 of each cycle.

Each cycle has 28 days.

The recommended starting dose of rituximab is 375 mg/m² administered as an intravenous infusion according to the following schedule:

  • Cycle 1: on days 1, 8, 15 and 22.
  • Cycles 2 to 5: on day 1 of each cycle.

Each cycle has 28 days. Please refer to the SmPC of rituximab intravenous formulations for information on its method of administration and premedication and prophylactic medications.

In addition, patients should self-administer lenalidomide capsules at the recommended starting dose of 20 mg daily on days 1 to 21 of each 28-day cycle. The starting dose and subsequent dosing may be adjusted according to the lenalidomide SmPC.

MINJUVI in combination with lenalidomide plus rituximab is given for up to twelve cycles for MINJUVI and lenalidomide, and five cycles for rituximab. Treatment with rituximab should be stopped after five cycles of combination therapy. Patients should continue to receive MINJUVI infusions in combination with oral lenalidomide up to cycle twelve. Treatment with tafasitamab plus lenalidomide should be stopped after a maximum of twelve cycles.

Dose modifications

Table 1 provides dose modifications for MINJUVI in case of adverse reactions. For dose modifications regarding lenalidomide, please also refer to the lenalidomide SmPC.

Table 1. Dose modifications in case of adverse reactions:

Adverse reactionSeverityDosage modification
Infusion-related
reactions
Grade 2 (moderate)• Interrupt MINJUVI infusion
immediately and manage signs and
symptoms.
• Once signs and symptoms resolve or
reduce to Grade 1, resume MINJUVI
infusion at no more than 50% of the rate
at which the reaction occurred. If the
patient does not experience further
reaction within 1 hour and vital signs
are stable, the infusion rate may be
increased every 30 minutes as tolerated
to the rate at which the reaction
occurred.
Grade 3 (severe)• Interrupt MINJUVI infusion
immediately and manage signs and
symptoms.
• Once signs and symptoms resolve or
reduce to Grade 1, resume MINJUVI
infusion at no more than 25% of the rate
at which the reaction occurred. If the
patient does not experience further
reaction within 1 hour and vital signs
are stable, the infusion rate may be
increased every 30 minutes as tolerated
to a maximum of 50% of the rate at
which the reaction occurred.
• If after rechallenge the reaction returns,
stop the infusion immediately.
Grade 4 (life-threatening)• Stop the infusion immediately and
permanently discontinue MINJUVI.
MyelosuppressionPlatelet count of less than
50,000/μL
• Withhold MINJUVI and lenalidomide
and monitor complete blood count
weekly until platelet count is 50,000/μL
or higher.
• Resume MINJUVI at the same dose and
lenalidomide at a reduced dose if
platelets return to ≥50,000/μL. Refer to
the lenalidomide SmPC for dosage
modifications.
Neutrophil count of less than
1,000/μL for at least 7 days

or

Neutrophil count of less than
1,000/μL with an increase of
body temperature to 38°C or
higher

or

Neutrophil count less
than 500/μL
• Withhold MINJUVI and lenalidomide
and monitor complete blood count
weekly until neutrophil count is
1,000/μL or higher.
• Resume MINJUVI at the same dose and
lenalidomide at a reduced dose if
neutrophils return to ≥1000/μL. Refer
to the lenalidomide SmPC for dosage
modifications.

Special populations

Paediatric population

The safety and efficacy of MINJUVI in children under 18 years have not been established. No data are available.

Elderly

No dose adjustment is needed for elderly patients (≥ 65 years).

Renal impairment

No dose adjustment is needed for patients with mild or moderate renal impairment (see section 5.2). There are no data in patients with severe renal impairment for dosing recommendations.

Hepatic impairment

No dose adjustment is needed for patients with mild hepatic impairment (see section 5.2). There are no data in patients with moderate or severe hepatic impairment for dosing recommendations.

Method of administration

MINJUVI is for intravenous use after reconstitution and dilution.

  • For the first infusion of cycle 1, the intravenous infusion rate should be 70 mL/h for the first 30 minutes. Afterwards, the rate should be increased to complete the first infusion within a 2.5-hour period.
  • All subsequent infusions should be administered within a 1.5 to 2-hour period.
  • In case of adverse reactions, consider the recommended dose modifications provided in Table 1.
  • MINJUVI must not be co-administered with other medicinal products through the same infusion line.
  • MINJUVI must not be administered as an intravenous push or bolus.

For instructions on reconstitution and dilution of the medicinal product before administration, see section 6.6.

4.9. Overdose

In the case of an overdose, patients should be carefully observed for signs or symptoms of adverse reactions and supportive care should be administered, as appropriate.

6.3. Shelf life

Unopened vial:

5 years.

Reconstituted solution (prior to dilution):

Chemical and physical in-use stability has been demonstrated for up to 30 days at 2°C–8°C or up to 24 hours at 25°C.

From a microbiological point of view, the reconstituted solution should be used immediately. If not used immediately, in-use storage times and conditions are the responsibility of the user and would normally not be longer than 24 hours at 2–8°C, unless reconstitution has taken place in controlled and validated aseptic conditions. Do not freeze or shake.

Diluted solution (for infusion):

Chemical and physical in-use stability has been demonstrated for a maximum of 14 days at 2°C–8°C followed by up to 24 hours at up to 25°C.

From a microbiological point of view, the diluted solution should be used immediately. If not used immediately, in-use storage times and conditions prior to use are the responsibility of the user and would normally not be longer than 24 hours at 2–8°C, unless dilution has taken place in controlled and validated aseptic conditions. Do not freeze or shake.

6.4. Special precautions for storage

Store in a refrigerator (2°C-8°C).

Keep the vial in the outer carton in order to protect from light.

For storage conditions after reconstitution and dilution of the medicinal product, see section 6.3.

6.5. Nature and contents of container

Clear type I glass vial with a butyl rubber stopper, aluminium seal and a plastic flip-off cap containing 200 mg tafasitamab. Pack size of one vial.

6.6. Special precautions for disposal and other handling

MINJUVI is provided in sterile, preservative-free single-use vials.

MINJUVI should be reconstituted and diluted prior to intravenous infusion.

Use appropriate aseptic technique for reconstitution and dilution.

Instructions for reconstitution:

  • Determine the dose of tafasitamab based on patient weight by multiplying 12 mg by the patient weight (kg). Then calculate the number of tafasitamab vials needed (each vial contains 200 mg tafasitamab) (see section 4.2).
  • Using a sterile syringe, gently add 5.0 mL sterile water for injections into each MINJUVI vial. Direct the stream toward the walls of each vial and not directly on the lyophilised powder.
  • Gently swirl the reconstituted vial(s) to aid the dissolution of the lyophilised powder. Do not shake or swirl vigorously. Do not remove the contents until all of the solids have been completely dissolved. The lyophilised powder should dissolve within 5 minutes.
  • The reconstituted solution should appear as a colourless to slightly yellow solution. Before proceeding, ensure there is no particulate matter or discolouration by inspecting visually. If the solution is cloudy, discoloured or contains visible particles, discard the vial(s).

Instructions for dilution:

  • An infusion bag containing 250 mL sodium chloride 9 mg/mL (0.9%) solution for injection should be used.
  • Calculate the total volume of the 40 mg/mL reconstituted tafasitamab solution needed. Withdraw a volume equal to this from the infusion bag and discard the withdrawn volume.
  • Withdraw the total calculated volume (mL) of reconstituted tafasitamab solution from the vial(s) and slowly add to the sodium chloride 9 mg/mL (0.9%) infusion bag. Discard any unused portion of tafasitamab remaining in the vial.
  • The final concentration of the diluted solution should be between 2 mg/mL to 8 mg/mL of tafasitamab.
  • Gently mix the intravenous bag by slowly inverting the bag. Do not shake.

Any unused medicinal product or waste material should be disposed of in accordance with local requirements.

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