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Camzyos (Mavacamten) is a cardiac myosin inhibitor used to treat Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy.

Mavacamten · by Bristol

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Key facts

Active ingredient
Mavacamten
Form
Capsule
Strength
Mavacamten 10MG · Mavacamten 15MG · Mavacamten 2.5MG · Mavacamten 5MG
Type
Prescription (Rx)
Brand or generic
Brand-name
Manufacturer
Bristol
FDA application
NDA214998

What is Camzyos?

From the FDA label:CAMZYOS capsules for oral use contain mavacamten, a cardiac myosin inhibitor. The chemical name of mavacamten is 3-(1-methylethyl)-6-[[(1S)-1-phenylethyl]amino]-2,4(1 H ,3 H )-pyrimidinedione. The molecular formula is C 15 H 19 N 3 O 2 , and the molecular weight is 273.33 g/mol. The structural formula of mavacamten is: Mavacamten is a white to off-white powder that is practically insoluble in water and aqueous buffers at pH 2-10, sparingly soluble in methanol and ethanol, and freely soluble in DMSO and NMP. CAMZYOS is supplied as immediate release Size 2 hard gelatin capsules, containing 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, or 15 mg of mavacamten per capsule as active ingredient and the following inactive ingredients: croscarmellose sodium, hypromellose, magnesium stearate (non-bovine), mannitol, and silicon dioxide. The capsule shell contains black edible ink, black iron oxide, gelatin, red iron oxide, titanium dioxide, and yellow iron oxide. Chemical_Structure

How to use

Dosage must be individualized based on clinical status and echocardiographic assessment of patient response. Refer to the Full Prescribing Information for instructions. ( 2.1 ) 2.1 Initiation, Maintenance, and Interruption of Treatment Confirm absence of pregnancy and usage of effective contraception in females of reproductive potential [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] . Initiation or up-titration of CAMZYOS in patients with LVEF <55% is not recommended. The recommended starting dose is 5 mg orally once daily without regard to food; allowable subsequent doses with titration are 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, or 15 mg orally once daily. The maximum recommended dose is 15 mg orally once daily. Patients may develop heart failure while taking CAMZYOS. Regular LVEF and Valsalva left ventricular outflow tract (LVOT) gradient assessment is required for careful titration to achieve an appropriate target Valsalva LVOT gradient, while maintaining LVEF ≥50% and avoiding heart failure symptoms (see Figure 1 and Figure 2). Daily dosing takes weeks to reach steady-state drug levels and therapeutic effects, and genetic variation in metabolism and drug interactions can cause large differences in exposure [see Boxed Warning , Contraindications (4) , Warnings and Precautions (5.2) , Drug Interactions (7.1) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . When initiating or titrating CAMZYOS, first consider LVEF…

Side effects

The following adverse reaction is discussed in other sections of the labeling: • Heart failure [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Adverse reactions occurring in >5% of patients and more commonly on CAMZYOS than on placebo were dizziness (27%) and syncope (6%). ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Bristol-Myers Squibb at 1-800-721-5072 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 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 cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The safety of CAMZYOS was evaluated in EXPLORER-HCM, a Phase 3, double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . Of the 251 adults with obstructive HCM, 123 patients were treated with CAMZYOS 2.5-15 mg daily and 128 were treated with placebo. CAMZYOS-treated patients had a median duration of exposure of 30 weeks (range: 2-40 weeks). Syncope (0.8%) was the only adverse drug reaction leading to discontinuation in patients receiving CAMZYOS. Adverse reactions occurring in >5% of patients and more commonly on CAMZYOS than on placebo were dizziness (27% vs. 18%) and syncope (6% vs. 2%). The safety of CAMZYOS in patients was further evaluated in VALOR-HCM, a…

FDA Boxed Warning (the FDA’s most serious warning)

Boxed (black-box) warning — from the FDA label

RISK OF HEART FAILURE CAMZYOS reduces left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) and can cause heart failure due to systolic dysfunction [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Echocardiogram assessments of LVEF are required prior to and during treatment with CAMZYOS. Initiation of CAMZYOS in patients with LVEF <55% is not recommended. Interrupt CAMZYOS if LVEF is <50% at any visit or if the patient experiences heart failure symptoms or worsening clinical status [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Concomitant use of CAMZYOS with certain cytochrome P450 inhibitors or discontinuation of certain cytochrome P450 inducers may increase the risk of heart failure due to systolic dysfunction; therefore, the use of CAMZYOS is contraindicated with the following [see Contraindications (4) and Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] : • Strong CYP2C19 inhibitors • Moderate to strong CYP2C19 inducers or moderate to strong CYP3A4 inducers Because of the risk of heart failure due to systolic dysfunction, CAMZYOS is available only through a restricted program under a Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) called CAMZYOS REMS PROGRAM [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ]. WARNING: RISK OF HEART FAILURE See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. • CAMZYOS can cause heart failure due to systolic dysfunction. ( 5.1 ) • Echocardiogram assessments of left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) required before and during CAMZYOS use. ( 2.1 ) • Initiation in patients with LVEF <55% not recommended. Interrupt if LVEF <50% or if worsening clinical status. ( 2.1 , 5.1 ) • Certain CYP450 inhibitors and inducers are contraindicated in patients taking CAMZYOS because of an increased risk of heart failure. ( 4 , 5.2 , 7 ) • CAMZYOS is available only through a restricted program called the CAMZYOS REMS Program. ( 5.3 )

Warnings

Important safety information

Heart Failure : Consider interruption of CAMZYOS in patients with intercurrent illness. ( 2.1 , 5.1 ) • Drug Interactions Leading to Heart Failure or Loss of Effectiveness : Advise patients of the potential for drug interactions including with over-the-counter medications. ( 4 , 5.2 , 17 ) • Embryo-Fetal Toxicity : May cause fetal harm. Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception until 4 months after the last dose. Avoid concomitant use with a combined hormonal contraceptive that contains a progestin other than norethindrone. ( 5.4 , 7.2 , 8.1 , 8.3 ) 5.1 Heart Failure CAMZYOS reduces systolic contraction and can cause heart failure or significantly reduce ventricular function. Patients who experience a serious intercurrent illness (e.g., serious infection) or arrhythmia (e.g., atrial fibrillation or other uncontrolled tachyarrhythmia) are at greater risk of developing systolic dysfunction and heart failure [see Clinical Trial Experience (6.1) ] . Assess the patient’s clinical status and LVEF prior to and regularly during treatment and adjust the CAMZYOS dose accordingly [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ] . New or worsening arrhythmia, dyspnea, chest pain, fatigue, palpitations, leg edema, or elevations in N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP) may be signs and symptoms of heart failure and should also prompt an evaluation of cardiac function. Asymptomatic LVEF reduction, intercurrent illnesses, and arrhythmias require additional dosing considerations [see Dosage and Administration (2.1 , 2.2 )] . Initiation of CAMZYOS in patients with LVEF <55% is not recommended. Avoid concomitant use of CAMZYOS in patients on disopyramide, ranolazine, verapamil with a beta blocker, or diltiazem with a beta blocker as these medications and combinations increase the risk of left ventricular systolic dysfunction and heart failure symptoms and clinical experience is limited [see Drug Interactions (7) ] . 5.2 CYP450 Drug Interactions Leading to Heart Failure or Loss of Effectiveness CAMZYOS is primarily metabolized by CYP2C19 and CYP3A4 enzymes. Concomitant use of CAMZYOS and drugs that interact with these enzymes may lead to life-threatening drug interactions such as heart failure or loss of effectiveness [see Contraindications (4) , Warnings and Precautions (5.1) , and Drug Interactions (7.1) ] . Advise patients of the potential for drug interactions, including with over-the-counter medications (such as omeprazole, esomeprazole, or cimetidine). Advise patients to inform their healthcare provider of all concomitant products prior to and during CAMZYOS treatment [see Drug Interactions (7.1) , Patient Counseling Information (17) ] . 5.3 CAMZYOS REMS Program CAMZYOS is only available through a restricted program called the CAMZYOS REMS Program because of the risk of heart failure due to systolic dysfunction [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1 , 5.2 )] . Notable requirements of the CAMZYOS REMS Program include the following: • Prescribers must be certified by enrolling in the CAMZYOS REMS Program. • Patients must enroll in the CAMZYOS REMS Program and comply with ongoing monitoring requirements [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ] . • Pharmacies must be certified by enrolling in the CAMZYOS REMS Program and must only dispense to patients who are authorized to receive CAMZYOS. • Wholesalers and distributors must only distribute to certified pharmacies. Further information is available at www.CAMZYOSREMS.com or by telephone at 1-833-628-7367. 5.4 Embryo-Fetal Toxicity CAMZYOS may cause fetal toxicity when administered to a pregnant female, based on findings in animal studies. Confirm absence of pregnancy in females of reproductive potential prior to treatment and advise patients to use effective contraception during treatment with CAMZYOS and for 4 months after the last dose. Combined hormonal contraceptives (CHCs) containing a combination of ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone may be used with mavacamten. However, CAMZYOS may reduce the effectiveness of certain other CHCs. If these CHCs are used, advise patients to add nonhormonal contraception (such as condoms) during concomitant use and for 4 months after the last dose of CAMZYOS [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Use in Specific Populations (8.1 , 8.3 )] .

Who should not take Camzyos

CAMZYOS is contraindicated with concomitant use of: • Strong CYP2C19 inhibitors [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) , Drug Interactions (7.1) ] • Moderate to strong CYP2C19 inducers or moderate to strong CYP3A4 inducers [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) , Drug Interactions (7.1) ] • Strong CYP2C19 inhibitors. ( 4 , 5.2 ) • Moderate to strong CYP2C19 inducers or moderate to strong CYP3A4 inducers. ( 4 , 5.2 )

Overdose — what happens if you take too much

Clinical Experience and Effects • Cardiovascular effects may include reduced LVEF (left ventricular ejection fraction), heart failure, hypotension, and asystole refractory to medical intervention. • Neurological effects may include dizziness and syncope. • An infant death was reported after accidental ingestion of three 15 mg capsules (45 mg). • An adult administered a single dose of 144 mg developed a vasovagal reaction, hypotension, and asystole, but the subject recovered. Management • Discontinue CAMZYOS treatment. • Provide medically supportive measures to maintain hemodynamic stability and monitor left ventricular function. • Consider administering activated charcoal (pediatric dose is 1 g/kg; adult dose is 50 g) within 2 hours of ingestion in addition to other supportive measures. The benefit of activated charcoal is negligible after 6 hours [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. • Consider contacting the Poison Help line (1-800-222-1222) or a medical toxicologist for additional overdose management recommendations.

U.S. Poison Control: call or text 1-800-222-1222 (free, 24/7). In an emergency call 911. From the FDA label; not medical advice.

Interactions

Weak to moderate CYP2C19 inhibitors and moderate to strong CYP3A4 inhibitors : May increase risk of heart failure. If initiating an inhibitor, CAMZYOS dose reduction and additional monitoring are required. ( 2.2 , 7.1 ) • Negative inotropes : Close medical supervision and LVEF monitoring is recommended if a negative inotrope is initiated, or the dose of a negative inotrope is increased. Avoid certain combinations of negative inotropes. ( 7.3 ) 7.1 Potential for Other Drugs to Affect Plasma Concentrations of CAMZYOS Mavacamten is primarily metabolized by CYP2C19 and to a lesser extent by CYP3A4 and CYP2C9. Inducers and inhibitors of CYP2C19 and moderate to strong inhibitors or inducers of CYP3A4 may affect the exposures of mavacamten [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (See Table 1 ) Table 1: Established and Potentially Significant Pharmacokinetic Drug Interactions with CAMZYOS Impact of Other Drugs on CAMZYOS Strong CYP2C19 Inhibitors Clinical Impact Concomitant use with a strong CYP2C19 inhibitor increases mavacamten exposure, which may increase the risk of heart failure due to systolic dysfunction [see Contraindications (4) , Warnings and Precautions (5.2) , Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Prevention or Management Concomitant use with a strong CYP2C19 inhibitor is contraindicated. Moderate to Strong CYP2C19 Inducers or Moderate to Strong CYP3A4 Inducers Clinical Impact Concomitant use with a moderate to strong CYP2C19 inducer or a moderate to strong CYP3A4 inducer decreases mavacamten exposure, which may reduce CAMZYOS’ efficacy [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . The risk of heart failure due to systolic dysfunction may increase with discontinuation of these inducers as the levels of induced enzyme normalizes [see Contraindications (4) and Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . Prevention or Management Concomitant use of a moderate to strong CYP2C19 inducer or a moderate to strong CYP3A4 inducer is contraindicated. Weak CYP2C19 Inhibitors or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Clinical Impact Concomitant use with a weak CYP2C19 inhibitor or a moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor increases mavacamten exposure, which may increase the risk of adverse drug reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . Prevention or Management Initiate CAMZYOS at the recommended starting dosage of 5 mg orally once daily in patients who are on stable therapy with a weak CYP2C19 inhibitor or a moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor. Reduce dose of CAMZYOS to the next lower daily (mg) dose level (i.e., 15 mg to 10 mg, 10 mg to 5 mg, or 5 mg to 2.5 mg) in patients who are on CAMZYOS treatment and intend to initiate a weak CYP2C19 inhibitor or a moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor. Avoid initiation of concomitant weak CYP2C19 and moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors in patients who are on stable treatment with 2.5 mg of CAMZYOS because a lower dose is not available [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) ] . For short-term use (e.g., 1 week), interrupt CAMZYOS for the duration of treatment with a weak inhibitor of CYP2C19 or a moderate inhibitor of CYP3A4. CAMZYOS may be reinitiated at the previous dose immediately on discontinuation of concomitant therapy. Moderate CYP2C19 Inhibitors or Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors Clinical Impact Concomitant use with a moderate CYP2C19 inhibitor or a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor increases mavacamten exposure, which may increase the risk of adverse drug reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . Discontinuing use of a moderate CYP2C19 inhibitor or strong CYP3A4 inhibitor after long-term concomitant use may decrease mavacamten exposure, which may reduce CAMZYOS’ efficacy [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Prevention or Management Initiate CAMZYOS at a starting dosage of 2.5 mg orally once daily in patients who are on stable therapy with a moderate CYP2C19 inhibitor or a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor. Reduce dose of CAMZYOS to the next lower daily (mg) dose level (i.e., 15 mg to 10 mg, 10 mg to 5 mg, or 5 mg to 2.5 mg) in patients who are on CAMZYOS and intend to initiate a moderate CYP2C19 inhibitor or a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor. Avoid initiation of concomitant moderate CYP2C19 and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors in patients who are on stable treatment with 2.5 mg of CAMZYOS because a lower dose is not available [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) ] . An increase in dose of CAMZYOS may be needed if the moderate inhibitor of CYP2C19 or strong inhibitor of CYP3A4 is discontinued after long-term concomitant use. Monitor for new or worsening symptoms. For short-term use (e.g., 1 week), interrupt CAMZYOS for the duration of treatment with a moderate inhibitor of CYP2C19 or a strong inhibitor of CYP3A4. CAMZYOS may be reinitiated at the previous dose immediately on discontinuation of concomitant therapy. 7.2 Potential for CAMZYOS to Affect Plasma Concentrations of Other Drugs Certain CYP3A4, CYP2C9, and CYP2C19 Substrates Mavacamten is an inducer of CYP3A4, CYP2C9, and CYP2C19. Concomitant use with CYP3A4, CYP2C9, or CYP2C19 substrates may reduce plasma concentration of these drugs [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. Closely monitor when CAMZYOS is used with concomitant CYP3A4, CYP2C9 or CYP2C19 substrates unless otherwise recommended in the Prescribing Information. Certain Combined Hormonal Contraceptives Progestin and ethinyl estradiol are CYP3A4 substrates. Concomitant use of CAMZYOS may decrease exposures of certain progestins [ see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] , which may lead to contraceptive failure. Combined hormonal contraceptives (CHCs) containing a combination of ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone may be used with mavacamten, but if other CHCs are used, advise patients to add nonhormonal contraception (such as condoms) or use an alternative contraceptive method that is not affected by CYP450 enzyme induction (e.g., intrauterine system) during concomitant use and for 4 months after the last dose of CAMZYOS. 7.3 Drugs That Reduce Cardiac Contractility Expect additive negative inotropic effects of CAMZYOS and other drugs that reduce cardiac contractility. Avoid concomitant use of CAMZYOS in patients on disopyramide, ranolazine, verapamil with a beta blocker, or diltiazem with a beta blocker as these medications and combinations increase the risk of left ventricular systolic dysfunction and heart failure symptoms and clinical experience is limited [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . If concomitant therapy with a negative inotrope is initiated, or if the dose of a negative inotrope is increased, monitor LVEF closely until stable doses and clinical response have been achieved.

Drug class

May treat (source: NIH RxClass)

Dosage forms

Capsule

The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Camzyos treat?
Camzyos (Mavacamten) may be used to treat hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
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Who makes Camzyos?
Camzyos is marketed by Bristol. You can see Bristol's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
Is Camzyos a brand-name or generic drug?
Camzyos is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Mavacamten.
Is Camzyos available over the counter?
No. Camzyos is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
What forms does Camzyos come in?
Camzyos is currently marketed as capsule, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
What class of drug is Camzyos?
Camzyos is classified as cardiac myosin inhibitor, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.
Is Camzyos FDA-registered?
Camzyos is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA214998. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Is Camzyos safe?
There's no single safe-or-not verdict, and we don't yet have a composite recall-safety score for Camzyos. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings below, and always consult a licensed professional.
What are the side effects of Camzyos?
Camzyos's side effects are taken directly from its FDA label. From the label: The following adverse reaction is discussed in other sections of the labeling: • Heart failure [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Adverse reactions occurring in >5% of patients and more commonly on CAMZYOS than on placebo were dizziness (27%) and syncope (6%).… Both common and serious reactions are documented in full on this page. This is general reference from the FDA, not medical advice — always consult a professional.

Clinical content sourced from the FDA label via openFDA (U.S. FDA). View the FDA label on DailyMed → Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.

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