romvimza
Romvimza (Vimseltinib) is a medication used to treat Giant Cell Tumor of Tendon Sheath.
Vimseltinib · by Deciphera Pharms
Key facts
- Active ingredient
- Vimseltinib
- Form
- Capsule
- Strength
- Vimseltinib 14MG · Vimseltinib 20MG · Vimseltinib 30MG
- Type
- Prescription (Rx)
- Brand or generic
- Brand-name
- May treat
- giant cell tumor of tendon sheath
- Manufacturer
- Deciphera Pharms
- FDA application
- NDA219304
What is Romvimza?
From the FDA label:Vimseltinib is a kinase inhibitor. The chemical name of vimseltinib dihydrate is 3-methyl-5-[6-methyl-5-[2-(1-methylpyrazol-4-yl)pyridin-4-yl]oxypyridin-2-yl]-2-(propan-2-ylamino)pyrimidin-4-one, dihydrate. Vimseltinib is a white to off-white crystalline solid. Vimseltinib is a weak base, very slightly soluble in water. The molecular formula for vimseltinib dihydrate is C 23 H 25 N 7 O 2 • 2 H 2 O, and the molecular weight is 467.52 g/mol. The chemical structure is: ROMVIMZA (vimseltinib) capsules are supplied as printed hard gelatin capsules containing 14 mg, 20 mg, or 30 mg of vimseltinib (equivalent to 15.18 mg, 21.68 mg, or 32.52 mg of vimseltinib dihydrate, respectively). The capsule contains the following inactive ingredients: crospovidone, lactose monohydrate, and magnesium stearate. The capsule shell contains Brilliant Blue FCF (30 mg strength), erythrosine (30 mg strength), gelatin, Sunset Yellow FCF (14 mg and 20 mg strengths), tartrazine (20 mg), and titanium dioxide. Chemical Structure
How to use
Recommended Dosage : 30 mg orally twice weekly, with a minimum of 72 hours between doses as described in the blister package. ( 2.1 ) See full prescribing information for dosage modifications due to hepatotoxicity and drug interactions. ( 2.2 , 2.3 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosage The recommended dosage of ROMVIMZA is 30 mg orally taken twice weekly, with a minimum of 72 hours between doses, as directed on the blister package [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . Instruct patients to follow the schedule on the blister package and to take ROMVIMZA on the same days each week. ROMVIMZA may be taken with or without food. Swallow ROMVIMZA capsules whole. Do not open, break, or chew the capsules. If a dose is missed by 48 hours or less, take the missed dose as soon as possible and take the next dose on its regularly scheduled day. If a dose is missed by more than 48 hours, skip the missed dose, and take the next dose on its regularly scheduled day. If vomiting occurs within 30 minutes of taking a dose, repeat that dose. Otherwise, take the next dose on its regularly scheduled day. 2.2 Dosage Modifications for Adverse Reactions The recommended dose reductions for adverse reactions are provided in Table 1 . Table 1: Recommended Dose Reductions Dose Reduction Twice Weekly Dose First 20 mg Second 14 mg Permanently discontinue ROMVIMZA in patients who are unable to tolerate 14 mg orally twice…
Side effects
The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥20%), including laboratory abnormalities are increased AST, periorbital edema, fatigue, rash, increased cholesterol, peripheral edema, face edema, decreased neutrophils, decreased leukocytes, pruritus, and increased ALT. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Deciphera Pharmaceuticals, LLC at 1-888-724-3274 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 pooled safety population described in the Warnings and Precautions reflects exposure to ROMVIMZA in 83 patients with TGCT enrolled in the double-blind portion and in 35 patients with TGCT in the open-label portion who crossed over to ROMVIMZA in MOTION, and in 135 patients with TGCT or solid tumors in other clinical trials. The safety of ROMVIMZA was evaluated in 83 adult patients with TGCT in MOTION [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )] . MOTION excluded patients with bilirubin, AST, or ALT >ULN. All patients received ROMVIMZA twice…
Warnings
Important safety information
Hepatotoxicity: Elevated AST and ALT can occur. Evaluate liver tests prior to initiation of treatment and during treatment. ( 2.2 , 5.1 ) Embryo-fetal toxicity: Can cause fetal harm. Advise patients of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus and to use effective contraception. ( 5.2 , 8.1 , 8.3 ) Allergic Reactions to FD&C Yellow No. 5 (tartrazine) and No. 6 (Sunset Yellow FCF): 14 mg capsule contains FD&C Yellow No. 6 (Sunset Yellow FCF); 20 mg capsule contains FD&C Yellow No.5 (tartrazine) and No. 6 (Sunset Yellow FCF) as color additives, which may cause allergic reactions (including bronchial asthma) in certain susceptible patients. ( 5.3 ) Increased serum creatinine without affecting renal function: Increases in serum creatinine can occur. Use alternative measures that are not based on serum creatinine to assess renal function. ( 5.4 ) 5.1 Hepatotoxicity Cases of serious and fatal liver injury have occurred with the use of another kinase inhibitor that targets CSF1R [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.1 )] . Serious and fatal liver injury have not been observed with ROMVIMZA. Across clinical trials in 253 patients treated with ROMVIMZA, 2% had Grade 3 increased AST, and 1% had Grade 3 increased ALT. Dose interruptions occurred in 2% of patients and dose reductions occurred in 1% of patients due to AST/ALT increase. One patient discontinued therapy due to Grade 3 AST increased. Avoid ROMVIMZA in patients with pre-existing increased serum transaminases; total bilirubin or direct bilirubin (>ULN); or active liver or biliary tract disease, including ALP. Monitor liver tests, including AST, ALT, total bilirubin, direct bilirubin, ALP and gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT), prior to initiation of ROMVIMZA, twice a month for the first two months and once every 3 months for the first year of therapy and as clinically indicated thereafter. Withhold and reduce the dose, or permanently discontinue ROMVIMZA based on the severity of the hepatotoxicity [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.2 )] . 5.2 Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Based on data from animal studies and its mechanism of action, ROMVIMZA can cause fetal harm when administered to pregnant women. In female rats administered vimseltinib, fetal structural abnormalities occurred at exposures that were at least 3 times the recommended dose based on area under the curve (AUC). Advise pregnant women on the potential risk to the fetus. Advise females of reproductive potential and males with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with ROMVIMZA and for 1 month after the last dose [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.1 , 8.3 )] . 5.3 Allergic Reactions to FD&C Yellow No.5 (Tartrazine) and No. 6 (Sunset Yellow FCF) ROMVIMZA 20 mg capsule contains FD&C Yellow No. 5 (tartrazine) which may cause allergic reactions (including bronchial asthma) in certain susceptible patients. Although the overall incidence of FD&C Yellow No. 5 (tartrazine) sensitivity in the general population is low, it is frequently seen in patients who also have aspirin sensitivity. ROMVIMZA 14 mg and 20 mg capsules contain FD&C Yellow No.6 (Sunset Yellow FCF), which may cause allergic reactions. 5.4 Increased Creatinine without Affecting Renal Function In MOTION, serum creatinine increased (mean increase of 19 μmol/L) and reached a maximum mean increase by 10.4 weeks compared to baseline. These increases in serum creatinine may not be associated with changes in renal function. Increases in creatinine reversed upon ROMVIMZA discontinuation. The increases in serum creatinine may be due to inhibition of renal tubular secretion transporters [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . During ROMVIMZA treatment, use alternative measures that are not based on serum creatinine to assess renal function.
Who should not take Romvimza
None. None ( 4 )
Interactions
P-glycoprotein (P-gp) substrates : Avoid concomitant use with P-gp substrates. If concomitant use cannot be avoided, take ROMVIMZA at least 4 hours prior to P-gp substrates. ( 2.3 , 7.1 ) Breast Cancer Resistance Protein (BCRP) substrates : Avoid concomitant use with BCRP substrates. ( 7.1 ) Organic Cation Transporter 2 (OCT) substrates : Avoid concomitant use with OCT2 substrates. ( 7.1 ) 7.1 Effects of ROMVIMZA on Other Drugs Table 5 describes drug interactions where concomitant use with ROMVIMZA affects another drug. Table 5: Effect of ROMVIMZA on Other Drugs P-glycoprotein (P-gp) substrates Prevention or Management Avoid concomitant use with P-gp substrates while taking ROMVIMZA. If concomitant use cannot be avoided, take ROMVIMZA at least 4 hours prior to P-gp substrates [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.3 )] unless otherwise recommended in the substrate Prescribing Information. Mechanism and Clinical Effect(s) This recommendation is based upon a mechanistic understanding of vimseltinib pharmacokinetics and it being a P-gp inhibitor in vitro [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . Concomitant use of ROMVIMZA with P-gp substrates may increase exposure of these substrates; however, this has not been studied clinically. Breast Cancer Resistance Protein (BCRP) substrates Prevention or Management Avoid concomitant use with BCRP substrates while taking ROMVIMZA. Refer to the Prescribing Information of the BCRP substrate for dose modifications if concomitant use cannot be avoided. Mechanism and Clinical Effect(s) This recommendation is based upon a mechanistic understanding of vimseltinib pharmacokinetics and it being a BCRP inhibitor in vitro [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . Concomitant use of ROMVIMZA with BCRP substrates may increase exposure of these substrates; however, this has not been studied clinically. Organic Cation Transporter 2 (OCT2) substrates Prevention or Management Avoid concomitant use with OCT2 substrates while taking ROMVIMZA. Refer to the Prescribing Information of the OCT2 substrate for dose modifications if concomitant use cannot be avoided. Mechanism and Clinical Effect(s) This recommendation is based upon a mechanistic understanding of vimseltinib pharmacokinetics and it being an OCT2 inhibitor in vitro [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . Concomitant use of ROMVIMZA with OCT2 substrates may increase exposure of these substrates; however, this has not been studied clinically.
May treat (source: NIH RxClass)
Dosage forms
Capsule
The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.
Ways to save
Ask for the generic
Same active ingredient, far cheaper. Is there a generic? →
Request a 90-day supply
Bulk fills usually lower the per-dose price vs monthly refills.
Use copay cards
Manufacturer copay cards & patient-assistance programs — especially for brand drugs.
Compare alternatives
A same-class option may cost less. See alternatives →
Frequently asked questions
- What does Romvimza treat?
- Romvimza (Vimseltinib) may be used to treat giant cell tumor of tendon sheath, 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.
- Is there a coupon or discount for Romvimza?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Romvimza. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
- Who makes Romvimza?
- Romvimza is marketed by Deciphera Pharms. You can see Deciphera Pharms's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Romvimza a brand-name or generic drug?
- Romvimza is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Vimseltinib.
- Is Romvimza available over the counter?
- No. Romvimza 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 Romvimza come in?
- Romvimza is currently marketed as capsule, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- Is Romvimza FDA-registered?
- Romvimza is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA219304. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
- Is Romvimza safe?
- There's no single safe-or-not verdict, and we don't yet have a composite recall-safety score for Romvimza. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings below, and always consult a licensed professional.
- What are the side effects of Romvimza?
- Romvimza's side effects are taken directly from its FDA label. From the label: The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥20%), including laboratory abnormalities are increased AST, periorbital edema, fatigue, rash,… 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.
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to write one.
People also viewed
Compare Romvimza head-to-head
Browse medications A–Z
Research products from A to Z, compare independent ratings, and find alternatives.
romvimza
New