Hematology

If approved, epcoritamab (DuoBody CD3xCD20; AbbVie, Genmab) would be the first and only subcutaneous bispecific antibody for treatment in this patient population.

Currently, ocifisertib is being evaluated in a phase 1b and 2 trial to confirm the safety and tolerability profiles in patients with acute myeloid leukemia.

Certain patients may present asymptomatically, affecting treatment options.

The oral therapy is available through a REMS program.

The results indicate promising rates of complete response, manageable adverse events, and dose-dependent exposure in both dose groups.

Treatment options are distinct in their mechanisms, safety profiles, and implications for patients’ quality of life.

In a study, nipocalimab helped more than 50% of patients with high-risk of hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn achieve a safe live birth.

In November 2023, the FDA announced an investigation of CAR T-cell therapy based on several reported secondary T-cell malignancies.

The model was designed to help improve health outcomes, improve access to care, and lower costs for gene therapy.

Approximately 41% of enrolled patients responded to NX-2127, and the BTK degrader overcame resistance to nearly all BTK mutations that were identified to cause resistance.

According to the authors, the test has promise in guiding treatment but needs further refining to obtain information beyond molecular subtyping.

The findings suggest that further research on additional intervention methods and expanding access to hydroxyurea in Africa could benefit young patients with sickle cell disease.

Less manufacturing time could be the difference between a patient receiving this life-saving therapy vs not.

Pharmacy Times provides a comprehensive recap of the latest advancements in hematology and breast cancer, shared at the 2023 American Society of Hematology and the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium conferences

The MRD-guided treatment approach has a significant advantage over chemotherapy.

It can also help identify patients who would benefit from disease-specific therapies.

Data support the quadruplet regimen as a new standard of care for transplant-eligible patients.

There is a significant efficacy-effectiveness gap in standard-of-care regimens.

Further policy changes to promote gender equity may be needed.

Kyle Farina, PharmD, BCPS, BCOP, addresses the multifaceted role of pharmacists in CLL management, including their role in patient care, treatment decision support, and addressing safety considerations.

PTX-252 is a novel molecular drug designed to increase cancer cells' sensitivity to chemotherapy in the treatment of acute myeloid leukemia.

Presentations detail clinical trial results and focus on drugs in the pipeline.

2023 was an impactful year for the field of oncology pharmacy.

Not only were individuals with BMIs of 30 and higher likely to have MGUS, but those who reported heavy smoking and short sleep were also more likely to have detectable levels of MGUS.

A leukemia clinical pharmacy specialist delves into the significance of educating patients on treatments and serving as a resource for both patients and health care providers.