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Synribo

omacetaxine
Protein Synthesis InhibitorFDA Approved 2012Teva
Route
SC
Half-Life
~8 hrs
FDA Approved
2012
Manufacturer
Teva
1. Indications and Usage

Adults with chronic or accelerated phase CML with resistance and/or intolerance to two or more TKIs.

2. Dosage and Administration

Induction: 1.25 mg/m2 SC BID for 14 consecutive days every 28 days. Maintenance: 1.25 mg/m2 SC BID for 7 days every 28 days.

3. Dosage Forms and Strengths

Injection: 3.5 mg lyophilized powder in single-dose vial

4. Contraindications

None listed in the prescribing information.

5. Warnings and Precautions
  • Myelosuppression: Monitor CBCs weekly during induction, every 2 weeks during maintenance.
  • Hemorrhage: Fatal cerebral hemorrhage and GI hemorrhage reported.
  • Hyperglycemia: Monitor blood glucose.
  • Embryo-Fetal Toxicity: Can cause fetal harm.
6. Adverse Reactions
Most Common Adverse Reactions

Thrombocytopenia (67%), Anemia (55%), Neutropenia (47%), Diarrhea (42%), Nausea (32%), Fatigue (31%), Pyrexia (29%), Injection Site Reaction (25%), Arthralgia (19%)

Thrombocytopenia
67%
Anemia
55%
Neutropenia
47%
Diarrhea
42%
Nausea
32%
Fatigue
31%
Pyrexia
29%
Injection Site Reaction
25%
Arthralgia
19%

Consult the complete prescribing information for a comprehensive list of adverse reactions and their frequencies.

7. Drug Interactions

No formal drug interaction studies conducted.

8. Use in Specific Populations
Pregnancy

Consult the full prescribing information for pregnancy-related considerations.

Lactation

Refer to prescribing information for lactation guidance.

Pediatric Use

Pediatric safety and efficacy information is detailed in the full label.

Hepatic/Renal Impairment

Dose modifications for organ impairment are specified in the complete prescribing information.

12. Clinical Pharmacology
Mechanism of Action

Omacetaxine mepesuccinate is a cephalotaxine ester that inhibits protein synthesis by binding to the A-site cleft of the ribosomal peptidyl-transferase center, preventing initial elongation step of protein synthesis. This mechanism is independent of BCR-ABL binding, providing activity against TKI-resistant CML including T315I mutations.

Pharmacokinetics

Tmax: ~0.5 hours SC. Protein binding: <50%. Half-life: ~6 hours. Elimination: primarily feces.

14. Clinical Studies

Clinical efficacy and safety data supporting the approval are available in the full prescribing information and from the clinical trials listed below.

Pivotal Clinical Trials
Additional Resources
FDA-Approved Tumor Types

Synribo has FDA-approved indications across the following cancer types covered on CancerDrugEvidence:

External Resources
Important Notice: This page is intended as a navigational reference to the FDA-approved prescribing information for Synribo. It does not replace the full prescribing information. Healthcare professionals should consult the complete package insert available at DailyMed before making prescribing decisions. Patient-specific factors should always guide clinical decision-making.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Synribo (omacetaxine) approved for?

Synribo (omacetaxine) is an FDA-approved oncology agent. Refer to the full prescribing information for complete indication details.

How is Synribo (omacetaxine) administered?

Refer to the full prescribing information for dosing schedules, administration instructions, and dose modifications.

How does Synribo (omacetaxine) work?

Omacetaxine mepesuccinate is a cephalotaxine ester that inhibits protein synthesis by binding to the A-site cleft of the ribosomal peptidyl-transferase center, preventing initial elongation step of protein synthesis. This mechanism is independent of BCR-ABL binding, providing activity against TKI-resistant CML including T315I mutations.

What are the most common side effects?

Thrombocytopenia (67%), Anemia (55%), Neutropenia (47%), Diarrhea (42%), Nausea (32%), Fatigue (31%), Pyrexia (29%), Injection Site Reaction (25%), Arthralgia (19%) Thrombocytopenia 67% Anemia 55% Neutropenia 47% Diarrhea 42% Nausea 32% Fatigue 31% Pyrexia 29% Injection Site Reaction 25% Arthralgia