These Highlights Do Not Include All The Information Needed To Use Torpenz Tablets Safely And Effectively. See Full Prescribing Information For Torpenz Tablets.

These Highlights Do Not Include All The Information Needed To Use Torpenz Tablets Safely And Effectively. See Full Prescribing Information For Torpenz Tablets.
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Published
Effective Date 2026-02-15
Document Type 34391-3 HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG LABEL

Drug Facts

Composition & Product

Active Ingredients
Everolimus (5 mg)
Inactive Ingredients
Anhydrous Lactose Butylated Hydroxytoluene Crospovidone, Unspecified Hypromellose 2208 (3 Mpa.s) Lactose Monohydrate Magnesium Stearate

Identifiers & Packaging

Pill Appearance
Imprint: B;10 Shape: capsule Color: white Size: 12 mm Size: 10 mm Size: 15 mm Size: 17 mm Score: 1
Marketing Status
ANDA Active Since 2021-10-01

Description

1.1 Hormone Receptor-Positive, HER2-Negative Breast Cancer TORPENZ tablets are indicated for the treatment of postmenopausal women with advanced hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer in combination with exemestane, after failure of treatment with letrozole or anastrozole.

Indications and Usage

1.1 Hormone Receptor-Positive, HER2-Negative Breast Cancer TORPENZ tablets are indicated for the treatment of postmenopausal women with advanced hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer in combination with exemestane, after failure of treatment with letrozole or anastrozole.

Dosage and Administration

Do not combine TORPENZ tablets and AFINITOR DISPERZ to achieve the total daily dose. ( 2.1 ) Modify the dose for patients with hepatic impairment or for patients taking drugs that inhibit or induce P-glycoprotein (P-gp) and CYP3A4. ( 2.1 ) Breast Cancer: 10 mg orally once daily. ( 2.2 ) TSC-Associated Renal Angiomyolipoma: 10 mg orally once daily. ( 2.5 ) TSC-Associated SEGA: 4.5 mg/m 2 orally once daily; adjust dose to attain trough concentrations of 5 to 15 ng/mL. ( 2.6 , 2.8 )

Warnings and Precautions

Non-Infectious Pneumonitis: Monitor for clinical symptoms or radiological changes. Withhold or permanently discontinue based on severity. ( 2.9 , 5.1 ) Infections: Monitor for signs and symptoms of infection. Withhold or permanently discontinue based on severity. ( 2.9 , 5.2 ) Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions: Permanently discontinue for clinically significant hypersensitivity. ( 5.3 ) Angioedema: Patients taking concomitant angiotensin-converting-enzyme (ACE) inhibitors may be at increased risk for angioedema. Permanently discontinue for angioedema. ( 5.4 , 7.2 ) Stomatitis: Initiate dexamethasone alcohol-free mouthwash when starting treatment. ( 5.5 , 6.1 ) Renal Failure: Monitor renal function prior to treatment and periodically thereafter. ( 5.6 ) Risk of Impaired Wound Healing: Withhold for at least 1 week prior to elective surgery. Do not administer for at least 2 weeks following major surgery and until adequate wound healing. The safety of resumption of treatment after resolution of wound healing complications has not been established. ( 5.7 ) Geriatric Patients: Monitor and adjust dose for adverse reactions. ( 5.8 ) Metabolic Disorders: Monitor serum glucose and lipids prior to treatment and periodically thereafter. Withhold or permanently discontinue based on severity. ( 2.9 , 5.9 ) Myelosuppression: Monitor hematologic parameters prior to treatment and periodically thereafter. Withhold or permanently discontinue based on severity. ( 2.9 , 5.10 ) Risk of Infection or Reduced Immune Response with Vaccination: Avoid live vaccines and close contact with those who have received live vaccines. Complete recommended childhood vaccinations prior to starting treatment. ( 5.11 ) Radiation Sensitization and Radiation Recall: Severe radiation reactions may occur. ( 5.12 , 6.2 ) Embryo-Fetal Toxicity: Can cause fetal harm. Advise patients of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus and to use effective contraception. ( 5.13 , 8.1 , 8.3 )

Contraindications

TORPENZ tablets are contraindicated in patients with clinically significant hypersensitivity to everolimus or to other rapamycin derivatives [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] .

Adverse Reactions

The following serious adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Non-Infectious Pneumonitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Angioedema with Concomitant Use of ACE inhibitors [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Stomatitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Renal Failure [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Impaired Wound Healing [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] Metabolic Disorders [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ] Myelosuppression [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10) ] Radiation Sensitization and Radiation Recall [see Warnings and Precautions (5.12) ]

Drug Interactions

P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors: Avoid concomitant use. ( 2.11 , 7.1 ) P-gp and moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors: Reduce the dose as recommended. ( 2.11 , 7.1 ) P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inducers: Increase the dose as recommended. ( 2.12 , 7.1 )

Storage and Handling

TORPENZ tablets for oral use are available containing 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, or 10 mg of everolimus. The 2.5 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 2.5" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows: Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0822-30 Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0822-04 (4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each) The 5 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 5" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows: Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0823-30 Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0823-04 (4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each) The 7.5 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 7.5" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows: Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0824-30 Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0824-04 (4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each) The 10 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 10" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows: Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0825-30 Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0825-04 (4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each)

How Supplied

TORPENZ tablets for oral use are available containing 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, or 10 mg of everolimus. The 2.5 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 2.5" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows: Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0822-30 Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0822-04 (4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each) The 5 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 5" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows: Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0823-30 Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0823-04 (4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each) The 7.5 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 7.5" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows: Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0824-30 Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0824-04 (4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each) The 10 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 10" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows: Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0825-30 Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0825-04 (4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each)

Patient Information

TORPENZ ®  (TOR-penz) (everolimus) Tablets for oral use Read this Patient Information leaflet that comes with TORPENZ tablets before you start taking it and each time you get a refill. There may be new information. This information does not take the place of talking to your healthcare provider about your medical condition or treatment. What is the most important information I should know about TORPENZ tablets? TORPENZ tablets can cause serious side effects, including: 1. You may develop lung or breathing problems. In some people lung or breathing problems may be severe and can lead to death. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you have any of these symptoms: New or worsening cough Shortness of breath Chest pain Difficulty breathing or wheezing 2 . You may be more likely to develop an infection, such as pneumonia, or a bacterial, fungal or viral infection. Viral infections may include active hepatitis B in people who have had hepatitis B in the past (reactivation). In some people (including adults and children) these infections may be severe and can lead to death. You may need to be treated as soon as possible. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you have a temperature of 100.5°F or above, chills, or do not feel well. Symptoms of hepatitis B or infection may include the following: Fever Chills Skin rash Joint pain and swelling Tiredness Loss of appetite Nausea Pale stools or dark urine Yellowing of the skin Pain in the upper right side of the stomach 3. Severe allergic reactions. Call your healthcare provider or get medical help right away if you get signs and symptoms of a severe allergic reaction, including: rash, itching, hives, flushing, trouble breathing or swallowing, chest pain or dizziness 4. Possible increased risk for a type of allergic reaction called angioedema, in people who take an Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) inhibitor medicine during treatment with TORPENZ tablets. Talk with your healthcare provider before taking TORPENZ tablets if you are not sure if you take an ACE inhibitor medicine. Get medical help right away if you have trouble breathing or develop swelling of your tongue, mouth, or throat during treatment with TORPENZ tablets. 5. Mouth ulcers and sores. Mouth ulcers and sores are common during treatment with TORPENZ tablets but can also be severe. When you start treatment with TORPENZ tablets, your healthcare provider may tell you to also start a prescription mouthwash to reduce the likelihood of getting mouth ulcers or sores and to reduce their severity. Follow your healthcare provider's instructions on how to use this prescription mouthwash. If you develop pain, discomfort, or open sores in your mouth, tell your healthcare provider. Your healthcare provider may tell you to restart this mouthwash or to use a special mouthwash or mouth gel that does not contain alcohol, peroxide, iodine, or thyme. 6 . You may develop kidney failure. In some people this may be severe and can lead to death. Your healthcare provider should do tests to check your kidney function before and during your treatment with TORPENZ tablets. If you have any of the serious side effects listed above, you may need to stop taking TORPENZ tablets for a while or use a lower dose. Follow your healthcare provider's instructions. What are TORPENZ tablets? TORPENZ tablets are a prescription medicine used to treat: advanced hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer, along with the medicine exemestane, in postmenopausal women who have already received certain other medicines for their cancer. TORPENZ tablets are not for use in people with carcinoid tumors that actively produce hormones. people with the following types of tumors that are seen with a genetic condition called tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC): adults with a kidney tumor called angiomyolipoma, when their kidney tumor does not require surgery right away. adults and children 1 year of age and older with a genetic condition called tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) who have a brain tumor called subependymal giant cell astrocytoma (SEGA) when the tumor cannot be removed completely by surgery. It is not known if TORPENZ tablets are safe and effective in children to treat: hormone receptor-positive, HER-2 negative breast cancer a kidney tumor called angiomyolipoma, that can happen in children with a genetic condition called tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC). Do not take TORPENZ tablets if you have had a severe allergic reaction to everolimus. Talk to your healthcare provider before taking this medicine if you are allergic to: a medicine that contains sirolimus a medicine that contains temsirolimus Ask your healthcare provider if you do not know. Before taking TORPENZ tablets, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you : Have or have had kidney problems Have or have had liver problems Have diabetes or high blood sugar Have high blood cholesterol levels Have any infections Previously had hepatitis B Are scheduled to receive any vaccinations. You should not receive a "live vaccine" or be around people who have recently received a "live vaccine" during your treatment with TORPENZ tablets. If you are not sure about the type of immunization or vaccine, ask your healthcare provider. For children with TSC and SEGA, work with your healthcare provider to complete the recommended childhood series of vaccines before your child starts treatment with TORPENZ tablets. Are pregnant, can become pregnant, or have a partner who can become pregnant. TORPENZ tablets can cause harm to your unborn baby. Females who are able to become pregnant: Your healthcare provider will give you a pregnancy test before you start treatment with TORPENZ tablets. You should use effective birth control during treatment and for 8 weeks after your last dose of TORPENZ tablets. Males with a female partner, you should use effective birth control during treatment and for 4 weeks after your last dose of TORPENZ tablets. Talk to your healthcare provider about birth control methods that may be right for you during this time. If you become pregnant or think you are pregnant, tell your healthcare provider right away. Are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if everolimus passes into your breast milk. Do not breastfeed during treatment and for 2 weeks after your last dose of TORPENZ tablets. Are planning to have surgery or if you have had a recent surgery. You should stop taking TORPENZ tablets at least 1 week before planned surgery. See " What are the possible side effects of TORPENZ tablets? " Have received radiation therapy or are planning to receive radiation therapy in the future. See " What are the possible side effects of TORPENZ tablets? " Tell your healthcare provider about all of the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. TORPENZ tablets may affect the way other medicines work, and other medicines can affect how TORPENZ tablets work. Taking TORPENZ tablets with other medicines can cause serious side effects. Know the medicines you take. Keep a list of them and show it to your healthcare provider and pharmacist when you get a new medicine. Especially tell your healthcare provider if you take: St. John's Wort ( Hypericum perforatum ) Medicine for: Fungal infections Bacterial infections Tuberculosis Seizures HIV-AIDS Heart conditions or high blood pressure Medicines that weaken your immune system (your body's ability to fight infections and other problems) Ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist if you are not sure if your medicine is one of those taken for the conditions listed above. If you are taking any medicines for the conditions listed above, your healthcare provider might need to prescribe a different medicine or your dose of TORPENZ tablets may need to be changed. You should also tell your healthcare provider before you start taking any new medicine. How should I take TORPENZ tablets? Your healthcare provider will prescribe the dose of TORPENZ tablets that is right for you. Take TORPENZ tablets exactly as your healthcare provider tells you to. Your healthcare provider may change your dose of TORPENZ Tablets or tell you to temporarily interrupt dosing, if needed. Take only TORPENZ tablets or AFINITOR DISPERZ. Do not mix TORPENZ tablets and AFINITOR DISPERZ together. TORPENZ tablets: Use scissors to open the blister pack. Take TORPENZ tablets 1 time each day at about the same time. Take TORPENZ tablets the same way each time, either with food or without food. If you take too much TORPENZ tablets, contact your healthcare provider or go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away. Take the bottle of everolimus tablets with you. If you miss a dose of TORPENZ tablets, you may take it if it is less than 6 hours after the time you normally take it. If it is more than 6 hours after you normally take your TORPENZ tablets, skip the dose for that day. The next day, take TORPENZ tablets at your usual time. Do not take 2 doses to make up for a missed dose. If you are not sure about what to do, call your healthcare provider. You should have blood tests before you start TORPENZ tablets and as needed during your treatment. These will include tests to check your blood cell count, kidney and liver function, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels. If you take TORPENZ tablets to treat SEGA, you will also need to have blood tests regularly to measure how much medicine is in your blood. This will help your healthcare provider decide how much TORPENZ tablets you need to take. TORPENZ tablets: Swallow TORPENZ tablets whole with a glass of water. Do not take any tablet that is broken or crushed. What should I avoid while taking TORPENZ tablets? You should not drink grapefruit juice or eat grapefruit during your treatment with TORPENZ tablets. It may make the amount of everolimus in your blood increase to a harmful level. What are the possible side effects of TORPENZ tablets? TORPENZ tablets can cause serious side effects, including: See " What is the most important information I should know about TORPENZ tablets ?" for more information. Risk of wound healing problems. Wounds may not heal properly during TORPENZ tablets treatment. Tell your healthcare provider if you plan to have any surgery before starting or during treatment with TORPENZ tablets. You should stop taking TORPENZ tablets at least 1 week before planned surgery. Your healthcare provider should tell you when you may start taking TORPENZ tablets again after surgery. Increased blood sugar and fat (cholesterol and triglyceride) levels in the blood. Your healthcare provider should do blood tests to check your fasting blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglyceride levels in the blood before you start and during treatment with TORPENZ tablets. Decreased blood cell counts. TORPENZ tablets can cause you to have decreased red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. Your healthcare provider should do blood tests to check your blood cell counts before you start and during treatment with TORPENZ tablets. Worsening side effects from radiation treatment, that can sometimes be severe. Tell your healthcare provider if you have had or are planning to receive radiation therapy. The most common side effects of TORPENZ tablets in people with advanced hormone receptor-positive and HER2-negative breast cancer include: Infections Rash Feeling weak or tired Diarrhea Swelling of arms, hands, feet, ankles, face or other parts of the body Stomach-area (abdominal) pain Nausea Fever Cough Headache Decreased appetite The most common side effects of TORPENZ in people who have SEGA or, renal angiomyolipoma, include respiratory tract infections. Other side effects that may occur with TORPENZ tablets: Absence of menstrual periods (menstruation). You may miss 1 or more menstrual periods. Tell your healthcare provider if this happens. TORPENZ tablets may affect fertility in females and may affect your ability to become pregnant. Talk to your healthcare provider if this is a concern for you. TORPENZ tablets may affect fertility in males and may affect your ability to father a child. Talk to your healthcare provider if this is a concern for you. Tell your healthcare provider if you have any side effect that bothers you or does not go away. These are not all the possible side effects of TORPENZ tablets. For more information, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. How should I store TORPENZ tablets? Store TORPENZ tablets at room temperature, between 68° to 77°F (20° to 25°C). Keep TORPENZ tablets in the pack they come in. Open the blister pack just before taking TORPENZ tablets. Keep TORPENZ tablets dry and away from light. Do not use TORPENZ tablets that are out of date or no longer needed. Keep TORPENZ tablets and all medicines out of the reach of children. General information about the safe and effective use of TORPENZ tablets Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Patient Information leaflet. Do not use TORPENZ tablets for a condition for which they were not prescribed. Do not give TORPENZ tablets to other people, even if they have the same problem you have. They may harm them. This leaflet summarizes the most important information about TORPENZ tablets. If you would like more information, talk with your healthcare provider. You can ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist for information written for healthcare professionals. What are the ingredients in TORPENZ tablets? Active ingredient: everolimus. Inactive ingredients: anhydrous lactose, butylated hydroxytoluene, crospovidone, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate and magnesium stearate. Manufactured for: UPSHER-SMITH LABORATORIES, LLC , Maple Grove, MN 55369 TORPENZ is a registered trademark of Upsher-Smith Laboratories, LLC. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. For more information, go to www.upsher-smith.com or call UPSHER-SMITH LABORATORIES, LLC at 1-888-650-3789. This Patient Information has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Manufactured for UPSHER-SMITH LABORATORIES, LLC. Maple Grove, MN 55369 Revised: 2/2026


Medication Information

Warnings and Precautions

Non-Infectious Pneumonitis: Monitor for clinical symptoms or radiological changes. Withhold or permanently discontinue based on severity. ( 2.9 , 5.1 ) Infections: Monitor for signs and symptoms of infection. Withhold or permanently discontinue based on severity. ( 2.9 , 5.2 ) Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions: Permanently discontinue for clinically significant hypersensitivity. ( 5.3 ) Angioedema: Patients taking concomitant angiotensin-converting-enzyme (ACE) inhibitors may be at increased risk for angioedema. Permanently discontinue for angioedema. ( 5.4 , 7.2 ) Stomatitis: Initiate dexamethasone alcohol-free mouthwash when starting treatment. ( 5.5 , 6.1 ) Renal Failure: Monitor renal function prior to treatment and periodically thereafter. ( 5.6 ) Risk of Impaired Wound Healing: Withhold for at least 1 week prior to elective surgery. Do not administer for at least 2 weeks following major surgery and until adequate wound healing. The safety of resumption of treatment after resolution of wound healing complications has not been established. ( 5.7 ) Geriatric Patients: Monitor and adjust dose for adverse reactions. ( 5.8 ) Metabolic Disorders: Monitor serum glucose and lipids prior to treatment and periodically thereafter. Withhold or permanently discontinue based on severity. ( 2.9 , 5.9 ) Myelosuppression: Monitor hematologic parameters prior to treatment and periodically thereafter. Withhold or permanently discontinue based on severity. ( 2.9 , 5.10 ) Risk of Infection or Reduced Immune Response with Vaccination: Avoid live vaccines and close contact with those who have received live vaccines. Complete recommended childhood vaccinations prior to starting treatment. ( 5.11 ) Radiation Sensitization and Radiation Recall: Severe radiation reactions may occur. ( 5.12 , 6.2 ) Embryo-Fetal Toxicity: Can cause fetal harm. Advise patients of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus and to use effective contraception. ( 5.13 , 8.1 , 8.3 )

Indications and Usage

1.1 Hormone Receptor-Positive, HER2-Negative Breast Cancer TORPENZ tablets are indicated for the treatment of postmenopausal women with advanced hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer in combination with exemestane, after failure of treatment with letrozole or anastrozole.

Dosage and Administration

Do not combine TORPENZ tablets and AFINITOR DISPERZ to achieve the total daily dose. ( 2.1 ) Modify the dose for patients with hepatic impairment or for patients taking drugs that inhibit or induce P-glycoprotein (P-gp) and CYP3A4. ( 2.1 ) Breast Cancer: 10 mg orally once daily. ( 2.2 ) TSC-Associated Renal Angiomyolipoma: 10 mg orally once daily. ( 2.5 ) TSC-Associated SEGA: 4.5 mg/m 2 orally once daily; adjust dose to attain trough concentrations of 5 to 15 ng/mL. ( 2.6 , 2.8 )

Contraindications

TORPENZ tablets are contraindicated in patients with clinically significant hypersensitivity to everolimus or to other rapamycin derivatives [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] .

Adverse Reactions

The following serious adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Non-Infectious Pneumonitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Angioedema with Concomitant Use of ACE inhibitors [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Stomatitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Renal Failure [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Impaired Wound Healing [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] Metabolic Disorders [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ] Myelosuppression [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10) ] Radiation Sensitization and Radiation Recall [see Warnings and Precautions (5.12) ]

Drug Interactions

P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors: Avoid concomitant use. ( 2.11 , 7.1 ) P-gp and moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors: Reduce the dose as recommended. ( 2.11 , 7.1 ) P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inducers: Increase the dose as recommended. ( 2.12 , 7.1 )

Storage and Handling

TORPENZ tablets for oral use are available containing 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, or 10 mg of everolimus. The 2.5 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 2.5" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows: Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0822-30 Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0822-04 (4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each) The 5 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 5" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows: Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0823-30 Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0823-04 (4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each) The 7.5 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 7.5" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows: Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0824-30 Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0824-04 (4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each) The 10 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 10" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows: Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0825-30 Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0825-04 (4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each)

How Supplied

TORPENZ tablets for oral use are available containing 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, or 10 mg of everolimus. The 2.5 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 2.5" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows: Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0822-30 Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0822-04 (4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each) The 5 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 5" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows: Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0823-30 Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0823-04 (4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each) The 7.5 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 7.5" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows: Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0824-30 Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0824-04 (4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each) The 10 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 10" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows: Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0825-30 Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0825-04 (4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each)

Patient Information

TORPENZ® (TOR-penz)

(everolimus)

Tablets for oral use
Read this Patient Information leaflet that comes with TORPENZ tablets before you start taking it and each time you get a refill. There may be new information. This information does not take the place of talking to your healthcare provider about your medical condition or treatment.

What is the most important information I should know about TORPENZ tablets?

TORPENZ tablets can cause serious side effects, including:

1. You may develop lung or breathing problems.In some people lung or breathing problems may be severe and can lead to death. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you have any of these symptoms:

  • New or worsening cough
  • Shortness of breath
  • Chest pain
  • Difficulty breathing or wheezing

2. You may be more likely to develop an infection,such as pneumonia, or a bacterial, fungal or viral infection. Viral infections may include active hepatitis B in people who have had hepatitis B in the past (reactivation). In some people (including adults and children) these infections may be severe and can lead to death. You may need to be treated as soon as possible.

Tell your healthcare provider right away if you have a temperature of 100.5°F or above, chills, or do not feel well.

Symptoms of hepatitis B or infection may include the following:

  • Fever
  • Chills
  • Skin rash
  • Joint pain and swelling
  • Tiredness
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea
  • Pale stools or dark urine
  • Yellowing of the skin
  • Pain in the upper right side of the stomach

3. Severe allergic reactions.Call your healthcare provider or get medical help right away if you get signs and symptoms of a severe allergic reaction, including: rash, itching, hives, flushing, trouble breathing or swallowing, chest pain or dizziness

4. Possible increased risk for a type of allergic reaction called angioedema,in people who take an Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) inhibitor medicine during treatment with TORPENZ tablets. Talk with your healthcare provider before taking TORPENZ tablets if you are not sure if you take an ACE inhibitor medicine. Get medical help right away if you have trouble breathing or develop swelling of your tongue, mouth, or throat during treatment with TORPENZ tablets.

5. Mouth ulcers and sores.Mouth ulcers and sores are common during treatment with TORPENZ tablets but can also be severe. When you start treatment with TORPENZ tablets, your healthcare provider may tell you to also start a prescription mouthwash to reduce the likelihood of getting mouth ulcers or sores and to reduce their severity. Follow your healthcare provider's instructions on how to use this prescription mouthwash. If you develop pain, discomfort, or open sores in your mouth, tell your healthcare provider. Your healthcare provider may tell you to restart this mouthwash or to use a special mouthwash or mouth gel that does not contain alcohol, peroxide, iodine, or thyme.

6. You may develop kidney failure.In some people this may be severe and can lead to death. Your healthcare provider should do tests to check your kidney function before and during your treatment with TORPENZ tablets.

If you have any of the serious side effects listed above, you may need to stop taking TORPENZ tablets for a while or use a lower dose. Follow your healthcare provider's instructions.

What are TORPENZ tablets?

TORPENZ tablets are a prescription medicine used to treat:
  • advanced hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer, along with the medicine exemestane, in postmenopausal women who have already received certain other medicines for their cancer.
  • TORPENZ tablets are not for use in people with carcinoid tumors that actively produce hormones.
  • people with the following types of tumors that are seen with a genetic condition called tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC):
    • adults with a kidney tumor called angiomyolipoma, when their kidney tumor does not require surgery right away.
    • adults and children 1 year of age and older with a genetic condition called tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) who have a brain tumor called subependymal giant cell astrocytoma (SEGA) when the tumor cannot be removed completely by surgery.

It is not known if TORPENZ tablets are safe and effective in children to treat:

  • hormone receptor-positive, HER-2 negative breast cancer
  • a kidney tumor called angiomyolipoma, that can happen in children with a genetic condition called tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC).
Do not take TORPENZ tabletsif you have had a severe allergic reaction to everolimus.

Talk to your healthcare provider before taking this medicine if you are allergic to:
  • a medicine that contains sirolimus
  • a medicine that contains temsirolimus
Ask your healthcare provider if you do not know.
Before taking TORPENZ tablets, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:
  • Have or have had kidney problems
  • Have or have had liver problems
  • Have diabetes or high blood sugar
  • Have high blood cholesterol levels
  • Have any infections
  • Previously had hepatitis B
  • Are scheduled to receive any vaccinations. You should not receive a "live vaccine" or be around people who have recently received a "live vaccine" during your treatment with TORPENZ tablets. If you are not sure about the type of immunization or vaccine, ask your healthcare provider. For children with TSC and SEGA, work with your healthcare provider to complete the recommended childhood series of vaccines before your child starts treatment with TORPENZ tablets.
  • Are pregnant, can become pregnant, or have a partner who can become pregnant. TORPENZ tablets can cause harm to your unborn baby.

    Females who are able to become pregnant:
    • Your healthcare provider will give you a pregnancy test before you start treatment with TORPENZ tablets.
    • You should use effective birth control during treatment and for 8 weeks after your last dose of TORPENZ tablets.

Males with a female partner, you should use effective birth control during treatment and for 4 weeks after your last dose of TORPENZ tablets.

  • Talk to your healthcare provider about birth control methods that may be right for you during this time. If you become pregnant or think you are pregnant, tell your healthcare provider right away.
  • Are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if everolimus passes into your breast milk. Do not breastfeed during treatment and for 2 weeks after your last dose of TORPENZ tablets.
  • Are planning to have surgery or if you have had a recent surgery. You should stop taking TORPENZ tablets at least 1 week before planned surgery. See " What are the possible side effects of TORPENZ tablets?"
  • Have received radiation therapy or are planning to receive radiation therapy in the future. See " What are the possible side effects of TORPENZ tablets?"

Tell your healthcare provider about all of the medicines you take,including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

TORPENZ tablets may affect the way other medicines work, and other medicines can affect how TORPENZ tablets work. Taking TORPENZ tablets with other medicines can cause serious side effects.

Know the medicines you take. Keep a list of them and show it to your healthcare provider and pharmacist when you get a new medicine. Especially tell your healthcare provider if you take:

  • St. John's Wort ( Hypericum perforatum)
  • Medicine for:
    • Fungal infections
    • Bacterial infections
    • Tuberculosis
    • Seizures
    • HIV-AIDS
    • Heart conditions or high blood pressure

  • Medicines that weaken your immune system (your body's ability to fight infections and other problems)

Ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist if you are not sure if your medicine is one of those taken for the conditions listed above. If you are taking any medicines for the conditions listed above, your healthcare provider might need to prescribe a different medicine or your dose of TORPENZ tablets may need to be changed. You should also tell your healthcare provider before you start taking any new medicine.

How should I take TORPENZ tablets?
  • Your healthcare provider will prescribe the dose of TORPENZ tablets that is right for you.
  • Take TORPENZ tablets exactly as your healthcare provider tells you to.
  • Your healthcare provider may change your dose of TORPENZ Tablets or tell you to temporarily interrupt dosing, if needed.
  • Take only TORPENZ tablets or AFINITOR DISPERZ. Do not mix TORPENZ tablets and AFINITOR DISPERZ together.

TORPENZ tablets:

  • Use scissors to open the blister pack.
  • Take TORPENZ tablets 1 time each day at about the same time.
  • Take TORPENZ tablets the same way each time, either with food or without food.
  • If you take too much TORPENZ tablets, contact your healthcare provider or go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away. Take the bottle of everolimus tablets with you.
  • If you miss a dose of TORPENZ tablets, you may take it if it is less than 6 hoursafter the time you normally take it. If it is more than 6 hoursafter you normally take your TORPENZ tablets, skip the dose for that day. The next day, take TORPENZ tablets at your usual time. Do not take 2 doses to make up for a missed dose. If you are not sure about what to do, call your healthcare provider.
  • You should have blood tests before you start TORPENZ tablets and as needed during your treatment. These will include tests to check your blood cell count, kidney and liver function, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels.
  • If you take TORPENZ tablets to treat SEGA, you will also need to have blood tests regularly to measure how much medicine is in your blood. This will help your healthcare provider decide how much TORPENZ tablets you need to take.

TORPENZ tablets:

  • Swallow TORPENZ tablets whole with a glass of water. Do not take any tablet that is broken or crushed.
What should I avoid while taking TORPENZ tablets?

You should not drink grapefruit juice or eat grapefruit during your treatment with TORPENZ tablets. It may make the amount of everolimus in your blood increase to a harmful level.
What are the possible side effects of TORPENZ tablets?

TORPENZ tablets can cause serious side effects, including:
  • See " What is the most important information I should know about TORPENZ tablets?" for more information.
  • Risk of wound healing problems.Wounds may not heal properly during TORPENZ tablets treatment. Tell your healthcare provider if you plan to have any surgery before starting or during treatment with TORPENZ tablets.
    • You should stop taking TORPENZ tablets at least 1 week before planned surgery.
    • Your healthcare provider should tell you when you may start taking TORPENZ tablets again after surgery.
  • Increased blood sugar and fat (cholesterol and triglyceride) levels in the blood.Your healthcare provider should do blood tests to check your fasting blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglyceride levels in the blood before you start and during treatment with TORPENZ tablets.
  • Decreased blood cell counts.TORPENZ tablets can cause you to have decreased red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. Your healthcare provider should do blood tests to check your blood cell counts before you start and during treatment with TORPENZ tablets.
  • Worsening side effects from radiation treatment,that can sometimes be severe. Tell your healthcare provider if you have had or are planning to receive radiation therapy.
The most common side effects of TORPENZ tablets in people with advanced hormone receptor-positive and HER2-negative breast cancer include:
  • Infections
  • Rash
  • Feeling weak or tired
  • Diarrhea
  • Swelling of arms, hands, feet, ankles, face or other parts of the body
  • Stomach-area (abdominal) pain
  • Nausea
  • Fever
  • Cough
  • Headache
  • Decreased appetite
The most common side effects of TORPENZ in people who have SEGA or, renal angiomyolipoma, include respiratory tract infections.

Other side effects that may occur with TORPENZ tablets:
  • Absence of menstrual periods (menstruation). You may miss 1 or more menstrual periods. Tell your healthcare provider if this happens.
  • TORPENZ tablets may affect fertility in females and may affect your ability to become pregnant. Talk to your healthcare provider if this is a concern for you.
  • TORPENZ tablets may affect fertility in males and may affect your ability to father a child. Talk to your healthcare provider if this is a concern for you.
Tell your healthcare provider if you have any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.

These are not all the possible side effects of TORPENZ tablets. For more information, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
How should I store TORPENZ tablets?
  • Store TORPENZ tablets at room temperature, between 68° to 77°F (20° to 25°C).
  • Keep TORPENZ tablets in the pack they come in.
  • Open the blister pack just before taking TORPENZ tablets.
  • Keep TORPENZ tablets dry and away from light.
  • Do not use TORPENZ tablets that are out of date or no longer needed.
Keep TORPENZ tablets and all medicines out of the reach of children.
General information about the safe and effective use of TORPENZ tablets

Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Patient Information leaflet. Do not use TORPENZ tablets for a condition for which they were not prescribed. Do not give TORPENZ tablets to other people, even if they have the same problem you have. They may harm them. This leaflet summarizes the most important information about TORPENZ tablets. If you would like more information, talk with your healthcare provider. You can ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist for information written for healthcare professionals.
What are the ingredients in TORPENZ tablets?

Active ingredient: everolimus.

Inactive ingredients: anhydrous lactose, butylated hydroxytoluene, crospovidone, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate and magnesium stearate.

Manufactured for: UPSHER-SMITH LABORATORIES, LLC, Maple Grove, MN 55369

TORPENZ is a registered trademark of Upsher-Smith Laboratories, LLC.

All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

For more information, go to www.upsher-smith.com or call UPSHER-SMITH LABORATORIES, LLC at 1-888-650-3789.

This Patient Information has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Manufactured for

UPSHER-SMITH LABORATORIES, LLC.

Maple Grove, MN 55369

Revised: 2/2026

Description

1.1 Hormone Receptor-Positive, HER2-Negative Breast Cancer TORPENZ tablets are indicated for the treatment of postmenopausal women with advanced hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer in combination with exemestane, after failure of treatment with letrozole or anastrozole.

Section 42229-5

Hormone Receptor-Positive, HER2-Negative Breast Cancer

The safety of everolimus tablets (10 mg orally once daily) in combination with exemestane (25 mg orally once daily) (n = 485) vs. placebo in combination with exemestane (n = 239) was evaluated in a randomized, controlled trial (BOLERO-2) in patients with advanced or metastatic hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer. The median age of patients was 61 years (28 to 93 years), and 75% were white. The median follow-up was approximately 13 months. The most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥ 30%) were stomatitis, infections, rash, fatigue, diarrhea, and decreased appetite.

The most common Grade 3 to 4 adverse reactions (incidence ≥ 2%) were stomatitis, infections, hyperglycemia, fatigue, dyspnea, pneumonitis, and diarrhea. The most common laboratory abnormalities (incidence ≥ 50%) were hypercholesterolemia, hyperglycemia, increased aspartate transaminase (AST), anemia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, lymphopenia, increased alanine transaminase (ALT), and hypertriglyceridemia. The most common Grade 3 to 4 laboratory abnormalities (incidence ≥ 3%) were lymphopenia, hyperglycemia, anemia, hypokalemia, increased AST, increased ALT, and thrombocytopenia.

Fatal adverse reactions occurred in 2% of patients who received everolimus tablets. The rate of adverse reactions resulting in permanent discontinuation was 24% for the everolimus tablets arm. Dose adjustments (interruptions or reductions) occurred in 63% of patients in the everolimus tablets arm.

Adverse reactions reported with an incidence of ≥ 10% for patients receiving everolimus tablets versus placebo are presented in Table 6. Laboratory abnormalities are presented in Table 7. The median duration of treatment with everolimus tablets was 23.9 weeks; 33% were exposed to everolimus tablets for a period of ≥ 32 weeks.

Table 6: Adverse Reactions Reported in ≥ 10% of Patients With Hormone Receptor-Positive Breast Cancer in BOLERO-2
Everolimus Tablets with Exemestane

N = 482
Placebo with Exemestane

N = 238
All Grades

%
Grade 3 to 4

%
All Grades

%
Grade 3 to 4

%
Grading according to NCI CTCAE Version 3.0.
Gastrointestinal
Stomatitis
Includes stomatitis, mouth ulceration, aphthous stomatitis, glossodynia, gingival pain, glossitis, and lip ulceration.
67 8
No Grade 4 adverse reactions were reported.
11 0.8
Diarrhea 33 2 18 0.8
Nausea 29 0.4 28 1
Vomiting 17 1 12 0.8
Constipation 14 0.4
13 0.4
Dry mouth 11 0 7 0
General
Fatigue 36 4 27 1
Edema peripheral 19 1
6 0.4
Pyrexia 15 0.2
7 0.4
Asthenia 13 2 4 0
Infections
Infections
Includes all reported infections including but not limited to, urinary tract infections, respiratory tract (upper and lower) infections, skin infections, and gastrointestinal tract infections.
50 6 25 2
Investigations
Weight loss 25 1
6 0
Metabolism and Nutrition
Decreased appetite 30 1
12 0.4
Hyperglycemia 14 5 2 0.4
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue
Arthralgia 20 0.8
17 0
Back pain 14 0.2
10 0.8
Pain in extremity 9 0.4
11 2
Nervous system
Dysgeusia 22 0.2
6 0
Headache 21 0.4
14 0
Psychiatric
Insomnia 13 0.2
8 0
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal
Cough 24 0.6
12 0
Dyspnea 21 4 11 1
Epistaxis 17 0 1 0
Pneumonitis
Includes pneumonitis, interstitial lung disease, lung infiltration, and pulmonary fibrosis.
19 4 0.4 0
Skin and subcutaneous tissue
Rash 39 1
8 0
Pruritus 13 0.2
5 0
Alopecia 10 0 5 0
Vascular
Hot Flush 6 0 14 0
Table 7: Selected Laboratory Abnormalities Reported in ≥ 10% of Patients with Hormone Receptor-Positive Breast Cancer in BOLERO-2
Laboratory Parameter Everolimus Tablets with Exemestane

N = 482
Placebo with Exemestane

N = 238
All Grades

%
Grade 3 to 4

%
All Grades

%
Grade 3 to 4

%
Grading according to NCI CTCAE Version 3.0.
Hematology
Reflects corresponding adverse drug reaction reports of anemia, leukopenia, lymphopenia, neutropenia, and thrombocytopenia (collectively as pancytopenia), which occurred at lower frequency.
Anemia 68 6 40 1
Leukopenia 58 2
No Grade 4 laboratory abnormalities were reported.
28 6
Thrombocytopenia 54 3 5 0.4
Lymphopenia 54 12 37 6
Neutropenia 31 2
11 2
Chemistry
Hypercholesterolemia 70 1 38 2
Hyperglycemia 69 9 44 1
Increased aspartate transaminase (AST) 69 4 45 3
Increased alanine transaminase (ALT) 51 4 29 5
Hypertriglyceridemia 50 0.8
26 0
Hypoalbuminemia 33 0.8
16 0.8
Hypokalemia 29 4 7 1
Increased creatinine 24 2 13 0
Section 44425-7

Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature].

Store in the original container, protect from light and moisture.

Follow special handling and disposal procedures for anti-cancer pharmaceuticals. 1

15 References
  • OSHA Hazardous Drugs. OSHA.

    http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/hazardousdrugs/index.html.
11 Description

TORPENZ (everolimus) tablets are a kinase inhibitor.

The chemical name of everolimus is (1R,9S,12S,15R,16E,18R,19R,21R,23S,24E,26E,28E,30S,32S,35R)-1,18- dihydroxy-12-{(1R)-2-[(1S,3R,4R)-4-(2-hydroxyethoxy)-3-methoxycyclohexyl]-1-methylethyl}-19,30-dimethoxy- 15,17,21,23,29,35-hexamethyl-11,36-dioxa-4-aza-tricyclo[30.3.1.0 4,9]hexatriaconta-16,24,26,28-tetraene-2,3,10,14,20-pentaone. The molecular formula is C 53H 83NO 14and the molecular weight is 958.2 g/mol. The structural formula is:

TORPENZ tablets for oral administration contains 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, or 10 mg of everolimus and the following inactive ingredients: anhydrous lactose, butylated hydroxytoluene, crospovidone, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, and magnesium stearate.

5.2 Infections

TORPENZ has immunosuppressive properties and may predispose patients to bacterial, fungal, viral, or protozoal infections, including infections with opportunistic pathogens [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] . Localized and systemic infections, including pneumonia, mycobacterial infections, other bacterial infections, invasive fungal infections (e.g., aspergillosis, candidiasis, or PJP), and viral infections (e.g., reactivation of hepatitis B virus) have occurred. Some of these infections have been severe (e.g., sepsis, septic shock, or resulting in multisystem organ failure) or fatal. The incidence of Grade 3 and 4 infections was up to 10% and up to 3%, respectively. The incidence of serious infections was reported at a higher frequency in patients < 6 years of age [see Use in Specific Populations (8.4)] .

Complete treatment of preexisting invasive fungal infections prior to starting treatment. Monitor for signs and symptoms of infection. Withhold or permanently discontinue TORPENZ based on severity of infection [see Dosage and Administration (2.9)] .

Administer prophylaxis for PJP when concomitant use of corticosteroids or other immunosuppressive agents are required.

5.5 Stomatitis

Stomatitis, including mouth ulcers and oral mucositis, has occurred in patients treated with everolimus at an incidence ranging from 44% to 78% across clinical trials. Grades 3 to 4 stomatitis was reported in 4% to 9% of patients [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] . Stomatitis most often occurs within the first 8 weeks of treatment. When starting TORPENZ, initiating dexamethasone alcohol-free oral solution as a swish and spit mouthwash reduces the incidence and severity of stomatitis [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] . If stomatitis does occur, mouthwashes and/or other topical treatments are recommended. Avoid alcohol-, hydrogen peroxide-, iodine-, or thyme-containing products, as they may exacerbate the condition. Do not administer antifungal agents, unless fungal infection has been diagnosed.

5.6 Renal Failure

Cases of renal failure (including acute renal failure), some with a fatal outcome, have occurred in patients taking everolimus tablets. Elevations of serum creatinine and proteinuria have been reported in patients taking everolimus tablets [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] . The incidence of Grade 3 and 4 elevations of serum creatinine was up to 2% and up to 1%, respectively. The incidence of Grade 3 and 4 proteinuria was up to 1% and up to 0.5%, respectively. Monitor renal function prior to starting TORPENZ and annually thereafter. Monitor renal function at least every 6 months in patients who have additional risk factors for renal failure.

8.5 Geriatric Use

In BOLERO-2, 40% of patients with breast cancer treated with everolimus tablets were ≥ 65 years of age, while 15% were ≥ 75 years of age. No overall differences in effectiveness were observed between elderly and younger patients. The incidence of deaths due to any cause within 28 days of the last everolimus tablets dose was 6% in patients ≥ 65 years of age compared to 2% in patients < 65 years of age. Adverse reactions leading to permanent treatment discontinuation occurred in 33% of patients ≥ 65 years of age compared to 17% in patients < 65 years of age.

14 Clinical Studies

14.1 Hormone Receptor-Positive, HER2-Negative Breast Cancer

A randomized, double-blind, multicenter study (BOLERO-2, NCT00863655) of everolimus tablets in combination with exemestane vs. placebo in combination with exemestane was conducted in 724 postmenopausal women with estrogen receptor-positive, HER2-negative advanced breast cancer with recurrence or progression following prior therapy with letrozole or anastrozole. Randomization was stratified by documented sensitivity to prior hormonal therapy (yes vs. no) and by the presence of visceral metastasis (yes vs. no). Sensitivity to prior hormonal therapy was defined as either (1) documented clinical benefit (complete response [CR], partial response [PR], stable disease ≥ 24 weeks) to at least one prior hormonal therapy in the advanced setting or (2) at least 24 months of adjuvant hormonal therapy prior to recurrence. Patients were permitted to have received 0 to 1 prior lines of chemotherapy for advanced disease. The major efficacy outcome measure was progression-free survival (PFS) evaluated by RECIST (Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors), based on investigator (local radiology) assessment. Other outcome measures included overall survival (OS) and objective response rate (ORR).

Patients were randomized 2:1 to everolimus tablets 10 mg orally once daily in combination with exemestane 25 mg once daily (n = 485) or to placebo in combination with exemestane 25 mg orally once daily (n = 239). The two treatment groups were generally balanced with respect to baseline demographics and disease characteristics. Patients were not permitted to cross over to everolimus tablets at the time of disease progression.

The trial demonstrated a statistically significant improvement in PFS by investigator assessment (Table 20 and Figure 1). The results of the PFS analysis based on independent central radiological assessment were consistent with the investigator assessment. PFS results were also consistent across the subgroups of age, race, presence and extent of visceral metastases, and sensitivity to prior hormonal therapy.

ORR was higher in the everolimus tablets in combination with exemestane arm vs. the placebo in combination with exemestane arm (Table 20). There were 3 complete responses (0.6%) and 58 partial responses (12%) in the everolimus tablets arm. There were no complete responses and 4 partial responses (1.7%) in the placebo in combination with exemestane arm.

After a median follow-up of 39.3 months, there was no statistically significant difference in OS between the everolimus tablets in combination with exemestane arm and the placebo in combination with exemestane arm [HR 0.89 (95% CI: 0.73, 1.10)].

4 Contraindications

TORPENZ tablets are contraindicated in patients with clinically significant hypersensitivity to everolimus or to other rapamycin derivatives [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)] .

6 Adverse Reactions

The following serious adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling:

7 Drug Interactions
  • P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors: Avoid concomitant use. ( 2.11, 7.1)
  • P-gp and moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors: Reduce the dose as recommended. ( 2.11, 7.1)
  • P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inducers: Increase the dose as recommended. ( 2.12, 7.1)

5.10 Myelosuppression

Anemia, lymphopenia, neutropenia, and thrombocytopenia have been reported in patients taking everolimus. The incidence of these Grade 3 and 4 laboratory abnormalities was up to 16% and up to 2%, respectively [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] . Monitor complete blood count (CBC) prior to starting TORPENZ every 6 months for the first year of treatment and annually thereafter. Withhold or permanently discontinue TORPENZ based on severity [see Dosage and Administration (2.9)] .

5.8 Geriatric Patients

In the randomized hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer study (BOLERO-2), the incidence of deaths due to any cause within 28 days of the last everolimus tablets dose was 6% in patients ≥ 65 years of age compared to 2% in patients < 65 years of age. Adverse reactions leading to permanent treatment discontinuation occurred in 33% of patients ≥ 65 years of age compared to 17% in patients < 65 years of age. Careful monitoring and appropriate dose adjustments for adverse reactions are recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2.9), Use in Specific Populations (8.5)] .

8.6 Hepatic Impairment

Everolimus exposure may increase in patients with hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] .

For patients with breast cancer and TSC-associated renal angiomyolipoma who have hepatic impairment, reduce the everolimus tablets dose as recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2.10)] .

For patients with TSC-associated SEGA who have severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh class C), reduce the starting dose of TORPENZ as recommended and adjust the dose based on everolimus trough concentrations [see Dosage and Administration (2.8, 2.10)] .

1 Indications and Usage

1.1 Hormone Receptor-Positive, HER2-Negative Breast Cancer

TORPENZ tablets are indicated for the treatment of postmenopausal women with advanced hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer in combination with exemestane, after failure of treatment with letrozole or anastrozole.

5.9 Metabolic Disorders

Hyperglycemia, hypercholesterolemia, and hypertriglyceridemia have been reported in patients taking everolimus at an incidence up to 75%, 86%, and 73%, respectively. The incidence of these Grade 3 and 4 laboratory abnormalities was up to 15% and up to 0.4%, respectively [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] . In non-diabetic patients, monitor fasting serum glucose prior to starting TORPENZ and annually thereafter. In diabetic patients, monitor fasting serum glucose more frequently as clinically indicated. Monitor lipid profile prior to starting TORPENZ and annually thereafter. When possible, achieve optimal glucose and lipid control prior to starting TORPENZ. For Grade 3 to 4 metabolic events, withhold or permanently discontinue TORPENZ based on severity [see Dosage and Administration (2.9)] .

12.1 Mechanism of Action

Everolimus is an inhibitor of mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR), a serine-threonine kinase, downstream of the PI3K/AKT pathway. The mTOR pathway is dysregulated in several human cancers and in tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC). Everolimus binds to an intracellular protein, FKBP-12, resulting in an inhibitory complex formation with mTOR complex 1 (mTORC1) and thus inhibition of mTOR kinase activity. Everolimus reduced the activity of S6 ribosomal protein kinase (S6K1) and eukaryotic initiation factor 4E-binding protein (4E-BP1), downstream effectors of mTOR, involved in protein synthesis. S6K1 is a substrate of mTORC1 and phosphorylates the activation domain 1 of the estrogen receptor which results in ligand-independent activation of the receptor. In addition, everolimus inhibited the expression of hypoxia-inducible factor (e.g., HIF-1) and reduced the expression of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF). Inhibition of mTOR by everolimus has been shown to reduce cell proliferation, angiogenesis, and glucose uptake in in vitroand/or in vivostudies.

Constitutive activation of the PI3K/Akt/mTOR pathway can contribute to endocrine resistance in breast cancer. In vitrostudies show that estrogen-dependent and HER2+ breast cancer cells are sensitive to the inhibitory effects of everolimus, and that combination treatment with everolimus and Akt, HER2, or aromatase inhibitors enhances the anti-tumor activity of everolimus in a synergistic manner.

Two regulators of mTORC1 signalling are the oncogene suppressors tuberin-sclerosis complexes 1 and 2 ( TSC1, TSC2). Loss or inactivation of either TSC1or TSC2leads to activation of downstream signalling. In TSC, a genetic disorder, inactivating mutations in either the TSC1or the TSC2gene lead to hamartoma formation throughout the body as well as seizures and epileptogenesis. Overactivation of mTOR results in neuronal dysplasia, aberrant axonogenesis and dendrite formation, increased excitatory synaptic currents, reduced myelination, and disruption of the cortical laminar structure causing abnormalities in neuronal development and function. Treatment with an mTOR inhibitor in animal models of mTOR dysregulation in the brain resulted in seizure suppression, prevention of the development of new-onset seizures, and prevention of premature death.

13 Nonclinical Toxicology

13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility

Administration of everolimus for up to 2 years did not indicate oncogenic potential in mice and rats up to the highest doses tested (0.9 mg/kg) corresponding, respectively to 3.9 and 0.2 times the estimated human exposure based on AUC at the recommended dose of everolimus 10 mg orally once daily.

Everolimus was not genotoxic in a battery of in vitroassays (Ames mutation test in Salmonella, mutation test in L5178Y mouse lymphoma cells, and chromosome aberration assay in V79 Chinese hamster cells). Everolimus was not genotoxic in an in vivomouse bone marrow micronucleus test at doses up to 500 mg/kg/day (1,500 mg/m 2/day, approximately 255-fold the recommended dose of everolimus tablets 10 mg orally once daily, and approximately 200-fold the median dose administered to patients with TSC-associated SEGA, based on the BSA), administered as 2 doses, 24 hours apart.

Based on non-clinical findings, TORPENZ may impair male fertility. In a 13-week male fertility study in rats, testicular morphology was affected at doses of 0.5 mg/kg and above. Sperm motility, sperm count, and plasma testosterone levels were diminished in rats treated with 5 mg/kg. The exposures at these doses (52 ng∙hr/mL and 414 ng∙hr/mL, respectively) were within the range of human exposure at the recommended dose of everolimus tablets 10 mg orally once daily (560 ng∙hr/mL) and resulted in infertility in the rats at 5 mg/kg. Effects on male fertility occurred at AUC 0–24hvalues 10% to 81% lower than human exposure at the recommended dose of everolimus tablets 10 mg orally once daily. After a 10 to 13 week non-treatment period, the fertility index increased from zero (infertility) to 60%.

Oral doses of everolimus in female rats at doses ≥ 0.1 mg/kg (approximately 4% the human exposure based on AUC at the recommended dose of everolimus tablets 10 mg orally once daily) resulted in increased incidence of pre-implantation loss, suggesting that the drug may reduce female fertility.

5 Warnings and Precautions
  • Non-Infectious Pneumonitis: Monitor for clinical symptoms or radiological changes. Withhold or permanently discontinue based on severity. ( 2.9, 5.1)
  • Infections: Monitor for signs and symptoms of infection. Withhold or permanently discontinue based on severity. ( 2.9, 5.2)
  • Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions: Permanently discontinue for clinically significant hypersensitivity. ( 5.3)
  • Angioedema: Patients taking concomitant angiotensin-converting-enzyme (ACE) inhibitors may be at increased risk for angioedema. Permanently discontinue for angioedema. ( 5.4, 7.2)
  • Stomatitis: Initiate dexamethasone alcohol-free mouthwash when starting treatment. ( 5.5, 6.1)
  • Renal Failure: Monitor renal function prior to treatment and periodically thereafter. ( 5.6)
  • Risk of Impaired Wound Healing: Withhold for at least 1 week prior to elective surgery. Do not administer for at least 2 weeks following major surgery and until adequate wound healing. The safety of resumption of treatment after resolution of wound healing complications has not been established. ( 5.7)
  • Geriatric Patients: Monitor and adjust dose for adverse reactions. ( 5.8)
  • Metabolic Disorders: Monitor serum glucose and lipids prior to treatment and periodically thereafter. Withhold or permanently discontinue based on severity. ( 2.9, 5.9)
  • Myelosuppression: Monitor hematologic parameters prior to treatment and periodically thereafter. Withhold or permanently discontinue based on severity. ( 2.9, 5.10)
  • Risk of Infection or Reduced Immune Response with Vaccination: Avoid live vaccines and close contact with those who have received live vaccines. Complete recommended childhood vaccinations prior to starting treatment. ( 5.11)
  • Radiation Sensitization and Radiation Recall: Severe radiation reactions may occur. ( 5.12, 6.2)
  • Embryo-Fetal Toxicity: Can cause fetal harm. Advise patients of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus and to use effective contraception. ( 5.13, 8.1, 8.3)
5.13 Embryo Fetal Toxicity

Based on animal studies and the mechanism of action, everolimus can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. In animal studies, everolimus caused embryo-fetal toxicities in rats when administered during the period of organogenesis at maternal exposures that were lower than human exposures at the clinical dose of 10 mg once daily. Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to a fetus. Advise female patients of reproductive potential to avoid becoming pregnant and to use effective contraception during treatment with TORPENZ and for 8 weeks after the last dose. Advise male patients with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with TORPENZ and for 4 weeks after the last dose [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1, 8.3)] .

2 Dosage and Administration

Do not combine TORPENZ tablets and AFINITOR DISPERZ to achieve the total daily dose. ( 2.1)

Modify the dose for patients with hepatic impairment or for patients taking drugs that inhibit or induce P-glycoprotein (P-gp) and CYP3A4. ( 2.1)

Breast Cancer:

  • 10 mg orally once daily. ( 2.2)

TSC-Associated Renal Angiomyolipoma:

  • 10 mg orally once daily. ( 2.5)

TSC-Associated SEGA:

  • 4.5 mg/m 2orally once daily; adjust dose to attain trough concentrations of 5 to 15 ng/mL. ( 2.6, 2.8)
3 Dosage Forms and Strengths

TORPENZ tablets are available containing 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg or 10 mg of everolimus.

  • The 2.5 mgtablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 2.5" on one side and plain on the other side.
  • The 5 mgtablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 5" on one side and plain on the other side.
  • The 7.5 mgtablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 7.5" on one side and plain on the other side.
  • The 10 mgtablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 10" on one side and plain on the other side.
6.2 Post Marketing Experience

The following adverse reactions have been identified during post approval use of everolimus. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure:

  • Blood and Lymphatic Disorders: Thrombotic microangiopathy
  • Cardiac: Cardiac failure with some cases reported with pulmonary hypertension (including pulmonary arterial hypertension) as a secondary event
  • Gastrointestinal: Acute pancreatitis
  • Hepatobiliary: Cholecystitis and cholelithiasis
  • Infections: Sepsis and septic shock
  • Nervous System: Reflex sympathetic dystrophy
  • Vascular: Arterial thrombotic events, lymphedema
  • Injury, Poisoning and Procedural Complications: Radiation sensitization and radiation recall
8 Use in Specific Populations
  • For breast cancer or TSC-associated renal angiomyolipoma, patients with hepatic impairment, reduce the dose. ( 2.10, 8.6)
  • For patients with TSC-associated SEGA and severe hepatic impairment, reduce the starting dose and adjust dose to attain target trough concentrations. ( 2.8, 2.10, 8.6)

5.1 Non Infectious Pneumonitis

Non-infectious pneumonitis is a class effect of rapamycin derivatives. Non-infectious pneumonitis was reported in up to 19% of patients treated with everolimus in clinical trials, some cases were reported with pulmonary hypertension (including pulmonary arterial hypertension) as a secondary event. The incidence of Grade 3 and 4 non-infectious pneumonitis was up to 4% and up to 0.2%, respectively [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] . Fatal outcomes have been observed.

Consider a diagnosis of non-infectious pneumonitis in patients presenting with non-specific respiratory signs and symptoms. Consider opportunistic infections, such as pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia (PJP) in the differential diagnosis. Advise patients to report promptly any new or worsening respiratory symptoms.

Continue TORPENZ without dose alteration in patients who develop radiological changes suggestive of non-infectious pneumonitis and have few or no symptoms. Imaging appears to overestimate the incidence of clinical pneumonitis.

For Grade 2 to 4 non-infectious pneumonitis, withhold or permanently discontinue TORPENZ based on severity [see Dosage and Administration (2.9)] . Corticosteroids may be indicated until clinical symptoms resolve. Administer prophylaxis for PJP when concomitant use of corticosteroids or other immunosuppressive agents are required. The development of pneumonitis has been reported even at a reduced dose.

6.1 Clinical Trials Experience

Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, the adverse reaction rates observed cannot be directly compared to rates in other trials and may not reflect the rates observed in clinical practice.

2.1 Important Dosage Information
  • TORPENZ tablets and AFINITOR DISPERZ are two different dosage forms. Select the recommended dosage form based on the indication [see Indications and Usage (1)] . Do not combine TORPENZ tablets and AFINITOR DISPERZ to achieve the total dose.
  • Modify the dosage for patients with hepatic impairment or for patients taking drugs that inhibit or induce P-glycoprotein (P-gp) and CYP3A4 [see Dosage and Administration (2.10, 2.11, 2.12)] .
17 Patient Counseling Information

Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Patient Information).

5.7 Risk of Impaired Wound Healing

Impaired wound healing can occur in patients who receive drugs that inhibit the VEGF signaling pathway. Therefore, TORPENZ has the potential to adversely affect wound healing.

Withhold TORPENZ for at least 1 week prior to elective surgery. Do not administer for at least 2 weeks following major surgery and until adequate wound healing. The safety of resumption of treatment upon resolution of wound healing complications has not been established.

2.13 Administration and Preparation
  • Administer TORPENZ tablets at the same time each day.
  • Administer TORPENZ tablets consistently either with or without food [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] .
  • If a dose of TORPENZ tablets is missed, it can be administered up to 6 hours after the time it is normally administered. After more than 6 hours, the dose should be skipped for that day. The next day, TORPENZ tablets should be administered at its usual time. Double doses should not be administered to make up for the dose that was missed.
  • TORPENZ tablets should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not break or crush tablets.
16 How Supplied/storage and Handling

TORPENZ tablets for oral use are available containing 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, or 10 mg of everolimus.

The 2.5 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 2.5" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows:

Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0822-30

Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0822-04

(4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each)

The 5 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 5" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows:

Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0823-30

Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0823-04

(4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each)

The 7.5 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 7.5" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows:

Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0824-30

Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0824-04

(4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each)

The 10 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 10" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows:

Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0825-30

Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0825-04

(4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each)

5.3 Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Hypersensitivity reactions to everolimus has been observed and include anaphylaxis, dyspnea, flushing, chest pain, and angioedema (e.g., swelling of the airways or tongue, with or without respiratory impairment) [see Contraindications (4)] . The incidence of Grade 3 hypersensitivity reactions was up to 1%. Permanently discontinue TORPENZ for the development of clinically significant hypersensitivity.

13.2 Animal Toxicology And/or Pharmacology

In juvenile rat toxicity studies, dose-related delayed attainment of developmental landmarks, including delayed eye-opening, delayed reproductive development in males and females and increased latency time during the learning and memory phases were observed at doses as low as 0.15 mg/kg/day.

2.9 Dosage Modifications for Adverse Reactions

Table 2 summarizes recommendations for dosage modifications of TORPENZ tablets for the management of adverse reactions.

Table 2: Recommended Dosage Modifications for TORPENZ for Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reaction Severity Dosage modification
Non-infectious pneumonitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] Grade 2 Withhold until improvement to Grade 0 or 1. Resume at 50% of previous dose; change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength. Permanently discontinue if toxicity does not resolve or improve to Grade 1 within 4 weeks.
Grade 3 Withhold until improvement to Grade 0 or 1. Resume at 50% of previous dose; change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength. If toxicity recurs at Grade 3, permanently discontinue.
Grade 4 Permanently discontinue.
Stomatitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)] Grade 2 Withhold until improvement to Grade 0 or 1. Resume at same dose.

If recurs at Grade 2, withhold until improvement to Grade 0 or 1. Resume at 50% of previous dose; change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength.
Grade 3 Withhold until improvement to Grade 0 or 1. Resume at 50% of previous dose; change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength.
Grade 4 Permanently discontinue.
Metabolic events (e.g., hyperglycemia, dyslipidemia) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9)] Grade 3 Withhold until improvement to Grade 0, 1, or 2. Resume at 50% of previous dose; change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength.
Grade 4 Permanently discontinue.
Other non-hematologic toxicities Grade 2 If toxicity becomes intolerable, withhold until improvement to Grade 0 or 1. Resume at same dose.

If toxicity recurs at Grade 2, withhold until improvement to Grade 0 or 1.

Resume at 50% of previous dose; change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength.
Grade 3 Withhold until improvement to Grade 0 or 1. Consider resuming at 50% of previous dose; change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength.

If recurs at Grade 3, permanently discontinue.
Grade 4 Permanently discontinue.
Thrombocytopenia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10)] Grade 2 Withhold until improvement to Grade 0 or 1. Resume at same dose.
Grade 3

OR

Grade 4
Withhold until improvement to Grade 0 or 1. Resume at 50% of previous dose; change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength.
Neutropenia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10)] Grade 3 Withhold until improvement to Grade 0, 1, or 2. Resume at same dose.
Grade 4 Withhold until improvement to Grade 0, 1, or 2. Resume at 50% of previous dose; change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength.
Febrile neutropenia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10)] Grade 3 Withhold until improvement to Grade 0, 1, or 2 and no fever. Resume at 50% of previous dose; change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength.
Grade 4 Permanently discontinue.
2.10 Dosage Modifications for Hepatic Impairment

The recommended dosages of TORPENZ tablets for patients with hepatic impairment are described in Table 3 [see Use in Specific Populations (8.6)] :

Table 3: Recommended Dosage Modifications for Patients with Hepatic Impairment
Indication Dose Modification for TORPENZ
Abbreviations: SEGA, Subependymal Giant Cell Astrocytoma; TSC, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex.
Breast Cancer and TSC-Associated Renal Angiomyolipoma
  • Mild hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh class A) – 7.5 mg orally once daily; decrease the dose to 5 mg orally once daily if a dose of 7.5 mg once daily is not tolerated.
  • Moderate hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh class B) – 5 mg orally once daily; decrease the dose to 2.5 mg orally once daily if a dose of 5 mg once daily is not tolerated.
  • Severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh class C) – 2.5 mg orally once daily if the desired benefit outweighs the risk; do not exceed a dose of 2.5 mg once daily.
TSC-Associated SEGA
  • Severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh class C) – 2.5 mg/m 2orally once daily.
  • Adjust dose based on everolimus trough concentrations as recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2.8)] .
5.12 Radiation Sensitization and Radiation Recall

Radiation sensitization and recall, in some cases severe, involving cutaneous and visceral organs (including radiation esophagitis and pneumonitis) have been reported in patients treated with radiation prior to, during, or subsequent to everolimus treatment [see Adverse Reactions (6.2)] .

Monitor patients closely when TORPENZ are administered during or sequentially with radiation treatment.

2.12 Dosage Modifications for P Gp and Cyp3a4 Inducers
Table 5: Recommended Dosage Modifications for Concurrent Use of TORPENZ with P-gp and Strong CYP3A4 Inducers
Indication Dose Modification for TORPENZ
Breast Cancer and TSC-Associated Renal Angiomyolipoma
  • Avoid coadministration where alternatives exist.
  • If coadministration cannot be avoided, double the daily dose using increments of 5 mg or less. Multiple increments may be required.
  • Resume the dose administered prior to inducer initiation, once an inducer is discontinued for 5 days.
TSC-Associated SEGA
  • Double the daily dose using increments of 5 mg or less. Multiple increments may be required.
  • Addition of another strong CYP3A4 inducer in a patient already receiving treatment with a strong CYP3A4 inducer may not require additional dosage modification.
  • Assess trough concentrations when initiating and discontinuing the inducer [see Dosage and Administration (2.8)] .
  • Resume the dose administered before starting any inducer, once all inducers are discontinued for 5 days.
Principal Display Panel 5 Mg Unit Dose Tablet Carton

NDC 0245-0823-04

TORPENZ™

(everolimus) Tablets

5 mg

28 Tablets

Rx only

UPSHER-SMITH

Principal Display Panel 10 Mg Unit Dose Tablet Carton

NDC 0245-0825-04

TORPENZ™

(everolimus) Tablets

10 mg

28 Tablets

Rx only

UPSHER-SMITH

2.11 Dosage Modifications for P Gp and Cyp3a4 Inhibitors
Table 4: Recommended Dosage Modifications for Concurrent Use of TORPENZ with a P-gp and Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitor
Indication Dose Modification for TORPENZ
Breast Cancer and TSC-Associated Renal Angiomyolipoma
  • Reduce dose to 2.5 mg once daily.
  • May increase dose to 5 mg once daily if tolerated.
  • Resume dose administered prior to inhibitor initiation, once the inhibitor is discontinued for 3 days.
TSC-Associated SEGA
  • Reduce the daily dose by 50%.
  • Change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength.
  • Resume dose administered prior to inhibitor initiation, once the inhibitor is discontinued for 3 days.
  • Assess trough concentrations when initiating and discontinuing the inhibitor [see Dosage and Administration (2.8)].
Principal Display Panel 2.5 Mg Unit Dose Tablet Carton

NDC 0245-0822-04

TORPENZ™

(everolimus) Tablets

2.5 mg

28 Tablets

Rx only

UPSHER-SMITH

Principal Display Panel 7.5 Mg Unit Dose Tablet Carton

NDC 0245-0824-04

TORPENZ™

(everolimus) Tablets

7.5 mg

28 Tablets

Rx only

UPSHER-SMITH

5.11 Risk of Infection Or Reduced Immune Response With Vaccination

The safety of immunization with live vaccines during everolimus therapy has not been studied. Due to the potential increased risk of infection, avoid the use of live vaccines and close contact with individuals who have received live vaccines during treatment with TORPENZ. Due to the potential increased risk of infection or reduced immune response with vaccination, complete the recommended childhood series of vaccinations according to American Council on Immunization Practices (ACIP) guidelines prior to the start of therapy. An accelerated vaccination schedule may be appropriate.

1.4 Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (tsc) Associated Renal Angiomyolipoma

TORPENZ tablets are indicated for the treatment of adult patients with renal angiomyolipoma and TSC, not requiring immediate surgery.

14.4 Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (tsc) Associated Renal Angiomyolipoma

A randomized (2:1), double-blind, placebo-controlled trial (EXIST-2, NCT00790400) of everolimus tablets was conducted in 118 patients with renal angiomyolipoma as a feature of TSC (n = 113) or sporadic lymphangioleiomyomatosis (n = 5). The key eligibility requirements for this trial were at least one angiomyolipoma of ≥ 3 cm in longest diameter on CT/MRI based on local radiology assessment, no immediate indication for surgery, and age ≥ 18 years. Patients received everolimus tablets 10 mg or matching placebo orally once daily until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. CT or MRI scans for disease assessment were obtained at baseline, 12, 24, and 48 weeks and annually thereafter. Clinical and photographic assessment of skin lesions were conducted at baseline and every 12 weeks thereafter until treatment discontinuation. The major efficacy outcome measure was angiomyolipoma response rate based on independent central radiology review, which was defined as a ≥ 50% reduction in angiomyolipoma volume, absence of new angiomyolipoma lesion ≥ 1 cm, absence of kidney volume increase ≥ 20%, and no angiomyolipoma related bleeding of ≥ Grade 2. Key supportive efficacy outcome measures were time to angiomyolipoma progression and skin lesion response rate. The primary analyses of efficacy outcome measures were limited to the blinded treatment period and conducted 6 months after the last patient was randomized. The comparative angiomyolipoma response rate analysis was stratified by use of enzyme-inducing antiepileptic drugs (EIAEDs) at randomization (yes vs. no).

Of the 118 patients enrolled, 79 were randomized to everolimus tablets and 39 to placebo. The median age was 31 years (18 to 61 years), 34% were male, and 89% were white. At baseline, 17% of patients were receiving EIAEDs. On central radiology review at baseline, 92% of patients had at least 1 angiomyolipoma of ≥ 3 cm in longest diameter, 29% had angiomyolipomas ≥ 8 cm, 78% had bilateral angiomyolipomas, and 97% had skin lesions. The median values for the sum of all target renal angiomyolipoma lesions at baseline were 85 cm 3(9 to 1,612 cm 3) and 120 cm 3(3 to 4,520 cm 3) in the everolimus tablets and placebo arms, respectively. Forty-six (39%) patients had prior renal embolization or nephrectomy. The median duration of follow-up was 8.3 months (0.7 to 24.8 months) at the time of the primary analysis. The renal angiomyolipoma response rate was statistically significantly higher in everolimus tablets-treated patients (Table 24). The median response duration was 5.3+ months (2.3+ to 19.6+ months).

There were 3 patients in the everolimus tablets arm and 8 patients in the placebo arm with documented angiomyolipoma progression by central radiologic review (defined as a ≥ 25% increase from nadir in the sum of angiomyolipoma target lesion volumes to a value greater than baseline, appearance of a new angiomyolipoma ≥ 1 cm in longest diameter, an increase in renal volume ≥ 20% from nadir for either kidney and to a value greater than baseline, or Grade ≥ 2 angiomyolipoma-related bleeding). The time to angiomyolipoma progression was statistically significantly longer in the everolimus tablets arm (HR 0.08 [95% CI: 0.02, 0.37]; p < 0.0001).

Table 24: Angiomyolipoma Response Rate in TSC-Associated Renal Angiomyolipoma in EXIST-2
Primary analysis Everolimus Tablets

N=79
Placebo

N=39
p-value
Angiomyolipoma response rate
Per independent central radiology review.
95% CI
41.8

(30.8, 53.4)
0

(0.0, 9.0)
<0.0001

Skin lesion response rates were assessed by local investigators for 77 patients in the everolimus tablets arm and 37 patients in the placebo arm who presented with skin lesions at study entry. The skin lesion response rate was statistically significantly higher in the everolimus tablets arm (26% vs. 0, p = 0.0011); all skin lesion responses were partial responses, defined as visual improvement in 50% to 99% of all skin lesions durable for at least 8 weeks (Physician's Global Assessment of Clinical Condition).

Patients randomized to placebo were permitted to receive everolimus tablets at the time of angiomyolipoma progression or after the time of the primary analysis. After the primary analysis, patients treated with everolimus tablets underwent additional follow-up CT or MRI scans to assess tumor status until discontinuation of treatment or completion of 4 years of follow-up after the last patient was randomized. A total of 112 patients (79 randomized to everolimus tablets and 33 randomized to placebo) received at least one dose of everolimus tablets. The median duration of everolimus tablets treatment was 3.9 years (0.5 months to 5.3 years) and the median duration of follow-up was 3.9 years (0.9 months to 5.4 years). During the follow-up period after the primary analysis, 32 patients (in addition to the 33 patients identified at the time of the primary analysis) had an angiomyolipoma response based upon independent central radiology review. Among the 65 responders out of 112 patients, the median time to angiomyolipoma response was 2.9 months (2.6 to 33.8 months). Fourteen percent of the 112 patients treated with everolimus tablets had angiomyolipoma progression by the end of the follow-up period. No patient underwent a nephrectomy for angiomyolipoma progression, and one patient underwent renal embolization while treated with everolimus tablets.

7.2 Effects of Combination Use of Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ace) Inhibitors

Patients taking concomitant ACE inhibitors with TORPENZ may be at increased risk for angioedema. Avoid the concomitant use of ACE inhibitors with TORPENZ [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)] .

2.2 Recommended Dosage for Hormone Receptor Positive, Her2 Negative Breast Cancer

The recommended dosage of TORPENZ tablets is 10 mg orally once daily until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.

5.4 Angioedema With Concomitant Use of Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ace) Inhibitors

Patients taking concomitant ACE inhibitors with TORPENZ may be at increased risk for angioedema (e.g., swelling of the airways or tongue, with or without respiratory impairment). In a pooled analysis of randomized double-blind oncology clinical trials, the incidence of angioedema in patients taking everolimus tablets with an ACE inhibitor was 6.8% compared to 1.3% in the control arm with an ACE inhibitor. Permanently discontinue TORPENZ for angioedema.

1.5 Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (tsc) Associated Subependymal Giant Cell Astrocytoma (sega)

TORPENZ tablets are indicated in adult and pediatric patients aged 1 year and older with TSC for the treatment of SEGA that requires therapeutic intervention but cannot be curatively resected.

2.5 Recommended Dosage for Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (tsc) Associated Renal Angiomyolipoma

The recommended dosage of TORPENZ tablets is 10 mg orally once daily until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.

2.6 Recommended Dosage for Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (tsc) Associated Subependymal Giant Cell Astrocytoma (sega)

The recommended starting dosage of TORPENZ tablets is 4.5 mg/m 2orally once daily until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity [see Dosage and Administration (2.8)] .

2.8 Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (tdm) and Dose Titration for Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (tsc) Associated Subependymal Giant Cell Astrocytoma (sega)
  • Monitor everolimus whole blood trough concentrations at time points recommended in Table 1.
  • Titrate the dose to attain trough concentrations of 5 ng/mL to 15 ng/mL.
  • Adjust the dose using the following equation:
    • New dose
      The maximum dose increment at any titration must not exceed 5 mg. Multiple dose titrations may be required to attain the target trough concentration.
      = current dose × (target concentration divided by current concentration)
  • When possible, use the same assay and laboratory for TDM throughout treatment.
Table 1: Recommended Timing of Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
Event When to Assess Trough Concentrations After Event
Abbreviation: P-gp, P-glycoprotein
Initiation of TORPENZ 1 to 2 weeks
Modification of TORPENZ dose 1 to 2 weeks
Switch between TORPENZ tablets and AFINITOR DISPERZ 1 to 2 weeks
Initiation or discontinuation of P-gp and moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor 2 weeks
Initiation or discontinuation of P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inducer 2 weeks
Change in hepatic function 2 weeks
Stable dose with changing body surface area (BSA) Every 3 to 6 months
Stable dose with stable BSA Every 6 to 12 months

Structured Label Content

Section 42229-5 (42229-5)

Hormone Receptor-Positive, HER2-Negative Breast Cancer

The safety of everolimus tablets (10 mg orally once daily) in combination with exemestane (25 mg orally once daily) (n = 485) vs. placebo in combination with exemestane (n = 239) was evaluated in a randomized, controlled trial (BOLERO-2) in patients with advanced or metastatic hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer. The median age of patients was 61 years (28 to 93 years), and 75% were white. The median follow-up was approximately 13 months. The most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥ 30%) were stomatitis, infections, rash, fatigue, diarrhea, and decreased appetite.

The most common Grade 3 to 4 adverse reactions (incidence ≥ 2%) were stomatitis, infections, hyperglycemia, fatigue, dyspnea, pneumonitis, and diarrhea. The most common laboratory abnormalities (incidence ≥ 50%) were hypercholesterolemia, hyperglycemia, increased aspartate transaminase (AST), anemia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, lymphopenia, increased alanine transaminase (ALT), and hypertriglyceridemia. The most common Grade 3 to 4 laboratory abnormalities (incidence ≥ 3%) were lymphopenia, hyperglycemia, anemia, hypokalemia, increased AST, increased ALT, and thrombocytopenia.

Fatal adverse reactions occurred in 2% of patients who received everolimus tablets. The rate of adverse reactions resulting in permanent discontinuation was 24% for the everolimus tablets arm. Dose adjustments (interruptions or reductions) occurred in 63% of patients in the everolimus tablets arm.

Adverse reactions reported with an incidence of ≥ 10% for patients receiving everolimus tablets versus placebo are presented in Table 6. Laboratory abnormalities are presented in Table 7. The median duration of treatment with everolimus tablets was 23.9 weeks; 33% were exposed to everolimus tablets for a period of ≥ 32 weeks.

Table 6: Adverse Reactions Reported in ≥ 10% of Patients With Hormone Receptor-Positive Breast Cancer in BOLERO-2
Everolimus Tablets with Exemestane

N = 482
Placebo with Exemestane

N = 238
All Grades

%
Grade 3 to 4

%
All Grades

%
Grade 3 to 4

%
Grading according to NCI CTCAE Version 3.0.
Gastrointestinal
Stomatitis
Includes stomatitis, mouth ulceration, aphthous stomatitis, glossodynia, gingival pain, glossitis, and lip ulceration.
67 8
No Grade 4 adverse reactions were reported.
11 0.8
Diarrhea 33 2 18 0.8
Nausea 29 0.4 28 1
Vomiting 17 1 12 0.8
Constipation 14 0.4
13 0.4
Dry mouth 11 0 7 0
General
Fatigue 36 4 27 1
Edema peripheral 19 1
6 0.4
Pyrexia 15 0.2
7 0.4
Asthenia 13 2 4 0
Infections
Infections
Includes all reported infections including but not limited to, urinary tract infections, respiratory tract (upper and lower) infections, skin infections, and gastrointestinal tract infections.
50 6 25 2
Investigations
Weight loss 25 1
6 0
Metabolism and Nutrition
Decreased appetite 30 1
12 0.4
Hyperglycemia 14 5 2 0.4
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue
Arthralgia 20 0.8
17 0
Back pain 14 0.2
10 0.8
Pain in extremity 9 0.4
11 2
Nervous system
Dysgeusia 22 0.2
6 0
Headache 21 0.4
14 0
Psychiatric
Insomnia 13 0.2
8 0
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal
Cough 24 0.6
12 0
Dyspnea 21 4 11 1
Epistaxis 17 0 1 0
Pneumonitis
Includes pneumonitis, interstitial lung disease, lung infiltration, and pulmonary fibrosis.
19 4 0.4 0
Skin and subcutaneous tissue
Rash 39 1
8 0
Pruritus 13 0.2
5 0
Alopecia 10 0 5 0
Vascular
Hot Flush 6 0 14 0
Table 7: Selected Laboratory Abnormalities Reported in ≥ 10% of Patients with Hormone Receptor-Positive Breast Cancer in BOLERO-2
Laboratory Parameter Everolimus Tablets with Exemestane

N = 482
Placebo with Exemestane

N = 238
All Grades

%
Grade 3 to 4

%
All Grades

%
Grade 3 to 4

%
Grading according to NCI CTCAE Version 3.0.
Hematology
Reflects corresponding adverse drug reaction reports of anemia, leukopenia, lymphopenia, neutropenia, and thrombocytopenia (collectively as pancytopenia), which occurred at lower frequency.
Anemia 68 6 40 1
Leukopenia 58 2
No Grade 4 laboratory abnormalities were reported.
28 6
Thrombocytopenia 54 3 5 0.4
Lymphopenia 54 12 37 6
Neutropenia 31 2
11 2
Chemistry
Hypercholesterolemia 70 1 38 2
Hyperglycemia 69 9 44 1
Increased aspartate transaminase (AST) 69 4 45 3
Increased alanine transaminase (ALT) 51 4 29 5
Hypertriglyceridemia 50 0.8
26 0
Hypoalbuminemia 33 0.8
16 0.8
Hypokalemia 29 4 7 1
Increased creatinine 24 2 13 0
Section 44425-7 (44425-7)

Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature].

Store in the original container, protect from light and moisture.

Follow special handling and disposal procedures for anti-cancer pharmaceuticals. 1

15 References (15 REFERENCES)
  • OSHA Hazardous Drugs. OSHA.

    http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/hazardousdrugs/index.html.
11 Description (11 DESCRIPTION)

TORPENZ (everolimus) tablets are a kinase inhibitor.

The chemical name of everolimus is (1R,9S,12S,15R,16E,18R,19R,21R,23S,24E,26E,28E,30S,32S,35R)-1,18- dihydroxy-12-{(1R)-2-[(1S,3R,4R)-4-(2-hydroxyethoxy)-3-methoxycyclohexyl]-1-methylethyl}-19,30-dimethoxy- 15,17,21,23,29,35-hexamethyl-11,36-dioxa-4-aza-tricyclo[30.3.1.0 4,9]hexatriaconta-16,24,26,28-tetraene-2,3,10,14,20-pentaone. The molecular formula is C 53H 83NO 14and the molecular weight is 958.2 g/mol. The structural formula is:

TORPENZ tablets for oral administration contains 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, or 10 mg of everolimus and the following inactive ingredients: anhydrous lactose, butylated hydroxytoluene, crospovidone, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, and magnesium stearate.

5.2 Infections

TORPENZ has immunosuppressive properties and may predispose patients to bacterial, fungal, viral, or protozoal infections, including infections with opportunistic pathogens [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] . Localized and systemic infections, including pneumonia, mycobacterial infections, other bacterial infections, invasive fungal infections (e.g., aspergillosis, candidiasis, or PJP), and viral infections (e.g., reactivation of hepatitis B virus) have occurred. Some of these infections have been severe (e.g., sepsis, septic shock, or resulting in multisystem organ failure) or fatal. The incidence of Grade 3 and 4 infections was up to 10% and up to 3%, respectively. The incidence of serious infections was reported at a higher frequency in patients < 6 years of age [see Use in Specific Populations (8.4)] .

Complete treatment of preexisting invasive fungal infections prior to starting treatment. Monitor for signs and symptoms of infection. Withhold or permanently discontinue TORPENZ based on severity of infection [see Dosage and Administration (2.9)] .

Administer prophylaxis for PJP when concomitant use of corticosteroids or other immunosuppressive agents are required.

5.5 Stomatitis

Stomatitis, including mouth ulcers and oral mucositis, has occurred in patients treated with everolimus at an incidence ranging from 44% to 78% across clinical trials. Grades 3 to 4 stomatitis was reported in 4% to 9% of patients [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] . Stomatitis most often occurs within the first 8 weeks of treatment. When starting TORPENZ, initiating dexamethasone alcohol-free oral solution as a swish and spit mouthwash reduces the incidence and severity of stomatitis [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] . If stomatitis does occur, mouthwashes and/or other topical treatments are recommended. Avoid alcohol-, hydrogen peroxide-, iodine-, or thyme-containing products, as they may exacerbate the condition. Do not administer antifungal agents, unless fungal infection has been diagnosed.

5.6 Renal Failure

Cases of renal failure (including acute renal failure), some with a fatal outcome, have occurred in patients taking everolimus tablets. Elevations of serum creatinine and proteinuria have been reported in patients taking everolimus tablets [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] . The incidence of Grade 3 and 4 elevations of serum creatinine was up to 2% and up to 1%, respectively. The incidence of Grade 3 and 4 proteinuria was up to 1% and up to 0.5%, respectively. Monitor renal function prior to starting TORPENZ and annually thereafter. Monitor renal function at least every 6 months in patients who have additional risk factors for renal failure.

8.5 Geriatric Use

In BOLERO-2, 40% of patients with breast cancer treated with everolimus tablets were ≥ 65 years of age, while 15% were ≥ 75 years of age. No overall differences in effectiveness were observed between elderly and younger patients. The incidence of deaths due to any cause within 28 days of the last everolimus tablets dose was 6% in patients ≥ 65 years of age compared to 2% in patients < 65 years of age. Adverse reactions leading to permanent treatment discontinuation occurred in 33% of patients ≥ 65 years of age compared to 17% in patients < 65 years of age.

14 Clinical Studies (14 CLINICAL STUDIES)

14.1 Hormone Receptor-Positive, HER2-Negative Breast Cancer

A randomized, double-blind, multicenter study (BOLERO-2, NCT00863655) of everolimus tablets in combination with exemestane vs. placebo in combination with exemestane was conducted in 724 postmenopausal women with estrogen receptor-positive, HER2-negative advanced breast cancer with recurrence or progression following prior therapy with letrozole or anastrozole. Randomization was stratified by documented sensitivity to prior hormonal therapy (yes vs. no) and by the presence of visceral metastasis (yes vs. no). Sensitivity to prior hormonal therapy was defined as either (1) documented clinical benefit (complete response [CR], partial response [PR], stable disease ≥ 24 weeks) to at least one prior hormonal therapy in the advanced setting or (2) at least 24 months of adjuvant hormonal therapy prior to recurrence. Patients were permitted to have received 0 to 1 prior lines of chemotherapy for advanced disease. The major efficacy outcome measure was progression-free survival (PFS) evaluated by RECIST (Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors), based on investigator (local radiology) assessment. Other outcome measures included overall survival (OS) and objective response rate (ORR).

Patients were randomized 2:1 to everolimus tablets 10 mg orally once daily in combination with exemestane 25 mg once daily (n = 485) or to placebo in combination with exemestane 25 mg orally once daily (n = 239). The two treatment groups were generally balanced with respect to baseline demographics and disease characteristics. Patients were not permitted to cross over to everolimus tablets at the time of disease progression.

The trial demonstrated a statistically significant improvement in PFS by investigator assessment (Table 20 and Figure 1). The results of the PFS analysis based on independent central radiological assessment were consistent with the investigator assessment. PFS results were also consistent across the subgroups of age, race, presence and extent of visceral metastases, and sensitivity to prior hormonal therapy.

ORR was higher in the everolimus tablets in combination with exemestane arm vs. the placebo in combination with exemestane arm (Table 20). There were 3 complete responses (0.6%) and 58 partial responses (12%) in the everolimus tablets arm. There were no complete responses and 4 partial responses (1.7%) in the placebo in combination with exemestane arm.

After a median follow-up of 39.3 months, there was no statistically significant difference in OS between the everolimus tablets in combination with exemestane arm and the placebo in combination with exemestane arm [HR 0.89 (95% CI: 0.73, 1.10)].

4 Contraindications (4 CONTRAINDICATIONS)

TORPENZ tablets are contraindicated in patients with clinically significant hypersensitivity to everolimus or to other rapamycin derivatives [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)] .

6 Adverse Reactions (6 ADVERSE REACTIONS)

The following serious adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling:

7 Drug Interactions (7 DRUG INTERACTIONS)
  • P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors: Avoid concomitant use. ( 2.11, 7.1)
  • P-gp and moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors: Reduce the dose as recommended. ( 2.11, 7.1)
  • P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inducers: Increase the dose as recommended. ( 2.12, 7.1)

Patient Information

TORPENZ® (TOR-penz)

(everolimus)

Tablets for oral use
Read this Patient Information leaflet that comes with TORPENZ tablets before you start taking it and each time you get a refill. There may be new information. This information does not take the place of talking to your healthcare provider about your medical condition or treatment.

What is the most important information I should know about TORPENZ tablets?

TORPENZ tablets can cause serious side effects, including:

1. You may develop lung or breathing problems.In some people lung or breathing problems may be severe and can lead to death. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you have any of these symptoms:

  • New or worsening cough
  • Shortness of breath
  • Chest pain
  • Difficulty breathing or wheezing

2. You may be more likely to develop an infection,such as pneumonia, or a bacterial, fungal or viral infection. Viral infections may include active hepatitis B in people who have had hepatitis B in the past (reactivation). In some people (including adults and children) these infections may be severe and can lead to death. You may need to be treated as soon as possible.

Tell your healthcare provider right away if you have a temperature of 100.5°F or above, chills, or do not feel well.

Symptoms of hepatitis B or infection may include the following:

  • Fever
  • Chills
  • Skin rash
  • Joint pain and swelling
  • Tiredness
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea
  • Pale stools or dark urine
  • Yellowing of the skin
  • Pain in the upper right side of the stomach

3. Severe allergic reactions.Call your healthcare provider or get medical help right away if you get signs and symptoms of a severe allergic reaction, including: rash, itching, hives, flushing, trouble breathing or swallowing, chest pain or dizziness

4. Possible increased risk for a type of allergic reaction called angioedema,in people who take an Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) inhibitor medicine during treatment with TORPENZ tablets. Talk with your healthcare provider before taking TORPENZ tablets if you are not sure if you take an ACE inhibitor medicine. Get medical help right away if you have trouble breathing or develop swelling of your tongue, mouth, or throat during treatment with TORPENZ tablets.

5. Mouth ulcers and sores.Mouth ulcers and sores are common during treatment with TORPENZ tablets but can also be severe. When you start treatment with TORPENZ tablets, your healthcare provider may tell you to also start a prescription mouthwash to reduce the likelihood of getting mouth ulcers or sores and to reduce their severity. Follow your healthcare provider's instructions on how to use this prescription mouthwash. If you develop pain, discomfort, or open sores in your mouth, tell your healthcare provider. Your healthcare provider may tell you to restart this mouthwash or to use a special mouthwash or mouth gel that does not contain alcohol, peroxide, iodine, or thyme.

6. You may develop kidney failure.In some people this may be severe and can lead to death. Your healthcare provider should do tests to check your kidney function before and during your treatment with TORPENZ tablets.

If you have any of the serious side effects listed above, you may need to stop taking TORPENZ tablets for a while or use a lower dose. Follow your healthcare provider's instructions.

What are TORPENZ tablets?

TORPENZ tablets are a prescription medicine used to treat:
  • advanced hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer, along with the medicine exemestane, in postmenopausal women who have already received certain other medicines for their cancer.
  • TORPENZ tablets are not for use in people with carcinoid tumors that actively produce hormones.
  • people with the following types of tumors that are seen with a genetic condition called tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC):
    • adults with a kidney tumor called angiomyolipoma, when their kidney tumor does not require surgery right away.
    • adults and children 1 year of age and older with a genetic condition called tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) who have a brain tumor called subependymal giant cell astrocytoma (SEGA) when the tumor cannot be removed completely by surgery.

It is not known if TORPENZ tablets are safe and effective in children to treat:

  • hormone receptor-positive, HER-2 negative breast cancer
  • a kidney tumor called angiomyolipoma, that can happen in children with a genetic condition called tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC).
Do not take TORPENZ tabletsif you have had a severe allergic reaction to everolimus.

Talk to your healthcare provider before taking this medicine if you are allergic to:
  • a medicine that contains sirolimus
  • a medicine that contains temsirolimus
Ask your healthcare provider if you do not know.
Before taking TORPENZ tablets, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:
  • Have or have had kidney problems
  • Have or have had liver problems
  • Have diabetes or high blood sugar
  • Have high blood cholesterol levels
  • Have any infections
  • Previously had hepatitis B
  • Are scheduled to receive any vaccinations. You should not receive a "live vaccine" or be around people who have recently received a "live vaccine" during your treatment with TORPENZ tablets. If you are not sure about the type of immunization or vaccine, ask your healthcare provider. For children with TSC and SEGA, work with your healthcare provider to complete the recommended childhood series of vaccines before your child starts treatment with TORPENZ tablets.
  • Are pregnant, can become pregnant, or have a partner who can become pregnant. TORPENZ tablets can cause harm to your unborn baby.

    Females who are able to become pregnant:
    • Your healthcare provider will give you a pregnancy test before you start treatment with TORPENZ tablets.
    • You should use effective birth control during treatment and for 8 weeks after your last dose of TORPENZ tablets.

Males with a female partner, you should use effective birth control during treatment and for 4 weeks after your last dose of TORPENZ tablets.

  • Talk to your healthcare provider about birth control methods that may be right for you during this time. If you become pregnant or think you are pregnant, tell your healthcare provider right away.
  • Are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if everolimus passes into your breast milk. Do not breastfeed during treatment and for 2 weeks after your last dose of TORPENZ tablets.
  • Are planning to have surgery or if you have had a recent surgery. You should stop taking TORPENZ tablets at least 1 week before planned surgery. See " What are the possible side effects of TORPENZ tablets?"
  • Have received radiation therapy or are planning to receive radiation therapy in the future. See " What are the possible side effects of TORPENZ tablets?"

Tell your healthcare provider about all of the medicines you take,including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

TORPENZ tablets may affect the way other medicines work, and other medicines can affect how TORPENZ tablets work. Taking TORPENZ tablets with other medicines can cause serious side effects.

Know the medicines you take. Keep a list of them and show it to your healthcare provider and pharmacist when you get a new medicine. Especially tell your healthcare provider if you take:

  • St. John's Wort ( Hypericum perforatum)
  • Medicine for:
    • Fungal infections
    • Bacterial infections
    • Tuberculosis
    • Seizures
    • HIV-AIDS
    • Heart conditions or high blood pressure

  • Medicines that weaken your immune system (your body's ability to fight infections and other problems)

Ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist if you are not sure if your medicine is one of those taken for the conditions listed above. If you are taking any medicines for the conditions listed above, your healthcare provider might need to prescribe a different medicine or your dose of TORPENZ tablets may need to be changed. You should also tell your healthcare provider before you start taking any new medicine.

How should I take TORPENZ tablets?
  • Your healthcare provider will prescribe the dose of TORPENZ tablets that is right for you.
  • Take TORPENZ tablets exactly as your healthcare provider tells you to.
  • Your healthcare provider may change your dose of TORPENZ Tablets or tell you to temporarily interrupt dosing, if needed.
  • Take only TORPENZ tablets or AFINITOR DISPERZ. Do not mix TORPENZ tablets and AFINITOR DISPERZ together.

TORPENZ tablets:

  • Use scissors to open the blister pack.
  • Take TORPENZ tablets 1 time each day at about the same time.
  • Take TORPENZ tablets the same way each time, either with food or without food.
  • If you take too much TORPENZ tablets, contact your healthcare provider or go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away. Take the bottle of everolimus tablets with you.
  • If you miss a dose of TORPENZ tablets, you may take it if it is less than 6 hoursafter the time you normally take it. If it is more than 6 hoursafter you normally take your TORPENZ tablets, skip the dose for that day. The next day, take TORPENZ tablets at your usual time. Do not take 2 doses to make up for a missed dose. If you are not sure about what to do, call your healthcare provider.
  • You should have blood tests before you start TORPENZ tablets and as needed during your treatment. These will include tests to check your blood cell count, kidney and liver function, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels.
  • If you take TORPENZ tablets to treat SEGA, you will also need to have blood tests regularly to measure how much medicine is in your blood. This will help your healthcare provider decide how much TORPENZ tablets you need to take.

TORPENZ tablets:

  • Swallow TORPENZ tablets whole with a glass of water. Do not take any tablet that is broken or crushed.
What should I avoid while taking TORPENZ tablets?

You should not drink grapefruit juice or eat grapefruit during your treatment with TORPENZ tablets. It may make the amount of everolimus in your blood increase to a harmful level.
What are the possible side effects of TORPENZ tablets?

TORPENZ tablets can cause serious side effects, including:
  • See " What is the most important information I should know about TORPENZ tablets?" for more information.
  • Risk of wound healing problems.Wounds may not heal properly during TORPENZ tablets treatment. Tell your healthcare provider if you plan to have any surgery before starting or during treatment with TORPENZ tablets.
    • You should stop taking TORPENZ tablets at least 1 week before planned surgery.
    • Your healthcare provider should tell you when you may start taking TORPENZ tablets again after surgery.
  • Increased blood sugar and fat (cholesterol and triglyceride) levels in the blood.Your healthcare provider should do blood tests to check your fasting blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglyceride levels in the blood before you start and during treatment with TORPENZ tablets.
  • Decreased blood cell counts.TORPENZ tablets can cause you to have decreased red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. Your healthcare provider should do blood tests to check your blood cell counts before you start and during treatment with TORPENZ tablets.
  • Worsening side effects from radiation treatment,that can sometimes be severe. Tell your healthcare provider if you have had or are planning to receive radiation therapy.
The most common side effects of TORPENZ tablets in people with advanced hormone receptor-positive and HER2-negative breast cancer include:
  • Infections
  • Rash
  • Feeling weak or tired
  • Diarrhea
  • Swelling of arms, hands, feet, ankles, face or other parts of the body
  • Stomach-area (abdominal) pain
  • Nausea
  • Fever
  • Cough
  • Headache
  • Decreased appetite
The most common side effects of TORPENZ in people who have SEGA or, renal angiomyolipoma, include respiratory tract infections.

Other side effects that may occur with TORPENZ tablets:
  • Absence of menstrual periods (menstruation). You may miss 1 or more menstrual periods. Tell your healthcare provider if this happens.
  • TORPENZ tablets may affect fertility in females and may affect your ability to become pregnant. Talk to your healthcare provider if this is a concern for you.
  • TORPENZ tablets may affect fertility in males and may affect your ability to father a child. Talk to your healthcare provider if this is a concern for you.
Tell your healthcare provider if you have any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.

These are not all the possible side effects of TORPENZ tablets. For more information, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
How should I store TORPENZ tablets?
  • Store TORPENZ tablets at room temperature, between 68° to 77°F (20° to 25°C).
  • Keep TORPENZ tablets in the pack they come in.
  • Open the blister pack just before taking TORPENZ tablets.
  • Keep TORPENZ tablets dry and away from light.
  • Do not use TORPENZ tablets that are out of date or no longer needed.
Keep TORPENZ tablets and all medicines out of the reach of children.
General information about the safe and effective use of TORPENZ tablets

Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Patient Information leaflet. Do not use TORPENZ tablets for a condition for which they were not prescribed. Do not give TORPENZ tablets to other people, even if they have the same problem you have. They may harm them. This leaflet summarizes the most important information about TORPENZ tablets. If you would like more information, talk with your healthcare provider. You can ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist for information written for healthcare professionals.
What are the ingredients in TORPENZ tablets?

Active ingredient: everolimus.

Inactive ingredients: anhydrous lactose, butylated hydroxytoluene, crospovidone, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate and magnesium stearate.

Manufactured for: UPSHER-SMITH LABORATORIES, LLC, Maple Grove, MN 55369

TORPENZ is a registered trademark of Upsher-Smith Laboratories, LLC.

All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

For more information, go to www.upsher-smith.com or call UPSHER-SMITH LABORATORIES, LLC at 1-888-650-3789.

This Patient Information has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Manufactured for

UPSHER-SMITH LABORATORIES, LLC.

Maple Grove, MN 55369

Revised: 2/2026

5.10 Myelosuppression

Anemia, lymphopenia, neutropenia, and thrombocytopenia have been reported in patients taking everolimus. The incidence of these Grade 3 and 4 laboratory abnormalities was up to 16% and up to 2%, respectively [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] . Monitor complete blood count (CBC) prior to starting TORPENZ every 6 months for the first year of treatment and annually thereafter. Withhold or permanently discontinue TORPENZ based on severity [see Dosage and Administration (2.9)] .

5.8 Geriatric Patients

In the randomized hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer study (BOLERO-2), the incidence of deaths due to any cause within 28 days of the last everolimus tablets dose was 6% in patients ≥ 65 years of age compared to 2% in patients < 65 years of age. Adverse reactions leading to permanent treatment discontinuation occurred in 33% of patients ≥ 65 years of age compared to 17% in patients < 65 years of age. Careful monitoring and appropriate dose adjustments for adverse reactions are recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2.9), Use in Specific Populations (8.5)] .

8.6 Hepatic Impairment

Everolimus exposure may increase in patients with hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] .

For patients with breast cancer and TSC-associated renal angiomyolipoma who have hepatic impairment, reduce the everolimus tablets dose as recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2.10)] .

For patients with TSC-associated SEGA who have severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh class C), reduce the starting dose of TORPENZ as recommended and adjust the dose based on everolimus trough concentrations [see Dosage and Administration (2.8, 2.10)] .

1 Indications and Usage (1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE)

1.1 Hormone Receptor-Positive, HER2-Negative Breast Cancer

TORPENZ tablets are indicated for the treatment of postmenopausal women with advanced hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer in combination with exemestane, after failure of treatment with letrozole or anastrozole.

5.9 Metabolic Disorders

Hyperglycemia, hypercholesterolemia, and hypertriglyceridemia have been reported in patients taking everolimus at an incidence up to 75%, 86%, and 73%, respectively. The incidence of these Grade 3 and 4 laboratory abnormalities was up to 15% and up to 0.4%, respectively [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] . In non-diabetic patients, monitor fasting serum glucose prior to starting TORPENZ and annually thereafter. In diabetic patients, monitor fasting serum glucose more frequently as clinically indicated. Monitor lipid profile prior to starting TORPENZ and annually thereafter. When possible, achieve optimal glucose and lipid control prior to starting TORPENZ. For Grade 3 to 4 metabolic events, withhold or permanently discontinue TORPENZ based on severity [see Dosage and Administration (2.9)] .

12.1 Mechanism of Action

Everolimus is an inhibitor of mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR), a serine-threonine kinase, downstream of the PI3K/AKT pathway. The mTOR pathway is dysregulated in several human cancers and in tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC). Everolimus binds to an intracellular protein, FKBP-12, resulting in an inhibitory complex formation with mTOR complex 1 (mTORC1) and thus inhibition of mTOR kinase activity. Everolimus reduced the activity of S6 ribosomal protein kinase (S6K1) and eukaryotic initiation factor 4E-binding protein (4E-BP1), downstream effectors of mTOR, involved in protein synthesis. S6K1 is a substrate of mTORC1 and phosphorylates the activation domain 1 of the estrogen receptor which results in ligand-independent activation of the receptor. In addition, everolimus inhibited the expression of hypoxia-inducible factor (e.g., HIF-1) and reduced the expression of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF). Inhibition of mTOR by everolimus has been shown to reduce cell proliferation, angiogenesis, and glucose uptake in in vitroand/or in vivostudies.

Constitutive activation of the PI3K/Akt/mTOR pathway can contribute to endocrine resistance in breast cancer. In vitrostudies show that estrogen-dependent and HER2+ breast cancer cells are sensitive to the inhibitory effects of everolimus, and that combination treatment with everolimus and Akt, HER2, or aromatase inhibitors enhances the anti-tumor activity of everolimus in a synergistic manner.

Two regulators of mTORC1 signalling are the oncogene suppressors tuberin-sclerosis complexes 1 and 2 ( TSC1, TSC2). Loss or inactivation of either TSC1or TSC2leads to activation of downstream signalling. In TSC, a genetic disorder, inactivating mutations in either the TSC1or the TSC2gene lead to hamartoma formation throughout the body as well as seizures and epileptogenesis. Overactivation of mTOR results in neuronal dysplasia, aberrant axonogenesis and dendrite formation, increased excitatory synaptic currents, reduced myelination, and disruption of the cortical laminar structure causing abnormalities in neuronal development and function. Treatment with an mTOR inhibitor in animal models of mTOR dysregulation in the brain resulted in seizure suppression, prevention of the development of new-onset seizures, and prevention of premature death.

13 Nonclinical Toxicology (13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY)

13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility

Administration of everolimus for up to 2 years did not indicate oncogenic potential in mice and rats up to the highest doses tested (0.9 mg/kg) corresponding, respectively to 3.9 and 0.2 times the estimated human exposure based on AUC at the recommended dose of everolimus 10 mg orally once daily.

Everolimus was not genotoxic in a battery of in vitroassays (Ames mutation test in Salmonella, mutation test in L5178Y mouse lymphoma cells, and chromosome aberration assay in V79 Chinese hamster cells). Everolimus was not genotoxic in an in vivomouse bone marrow micronucleus test at doses up to 500 mg/kg/day (1,500 mg/m 2/day, approximately 255-fold the recommended dose of everolimus tablets 10 mg orally once daily, and approximately 200-fold the median dose administered to patients with TSC-associated SEGA, based on the BSA), administered as 2 doses, 24 hours apart.

Based on non-clinical findings, TORPENZ may impair male fertility. In a 13-week male fertility study in rats, testicular morphology was affected at doses of 0.5 mg/kg and above. Sperm motility, sperm count, and plasma testosterone levels were diminished in rats treated with 5 mg/kg. The exposures at these doses (52 ng∙hr/mL and 414 ng∙hr/mL, respectively) were within the range of human exposure at the recommended dose of everolimus tablets 10 mg orally once daily (560 ng∙hr/mL) and resulted in infertility in the rats at 5 mg/kg. Effects on male fertility occurred at AUC 0–24hvalues 10% to 81% lower than human exposure at the recommended dose of everolimus tablets 10 mg orally once daily. After a 10 to 13 week non-treatment period, the fertility index increased from zero (infertility) to 60%.

Oral doses of everolimus in female rats at doses ≥ 0.1 mg/kg (approximately 4% the human exposure based on AUC at the recommended dose of everolimus tablets 10 mg orally once daily) resulted in increased incidence of pre-implantation loss, suggesting that the drug may reduce female fertility.

5 Warnings and Precautions (5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS)
  • Non-Infectious Pneumonitis: Monitor for clinical symptoms or radiological changes. Withhold or permanently discontinue based on severity. ( 2.9, 5.1)
  • Infections: Monitor for signs and symptoms of infection. Withhold or permanently discontinue based on severity. ( 2.9, 5.2)
  • Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions: Permanently discontinue for clinically significant hypersensitivity. ( 5.3)
  • Angioedema: Patients taking concomitant angiotensin-converting-enzyme (ACE) inhibitors may be at increased risk for angioedema. Permanently discontinue for angioedema. ( 5.4, 7.2)
  • Stomatitis: Initiate dexamethasone alcohol-free mouthwash when starting treatment. ( 5.5, 6.1)
  • Renal Failure: Monitor renal function prior to treatment and periodically thereafter. ( 5.6)
  • Risk of Impaired Wound Healing: Withhold for at least 1 week prior to elective surgery. Do not administer for at least 2 weeks following major surgery and until adequate wound healing. The safety of resumption of treatment after resolution of wound healing complications has not been established. ( 5.7)
  • Geriatric Patients: Monitor and adjust dose for adverse reactions. ( 5.8)
  • Metabolic Disorders: Monitor serum glucose and lipids prior to treatment and periodically thereafter. Withhold or permanently discontinue based on severity. ( 2.9, 5.9)
  • Myelosuppression: Monitor hematologic parameters prior to treatment and periodically thereafter. Withhold or permanently discontinue based on severity. ( 2.9, 5.10)
  • Risk of Infection or Reduced Immune Response with Vaccination: Avoid live vaccines and close contact with those who have received live vaccines. Complete recommended childhood vaccinations prior to starting treatment. ( 5.11)
  • Radiation Sensitization and Radiation Recall: Severe radiation reactions may occur. ( 5.12, 6.2)
  • Embryo-Fetal Toxicity: Can cause fetal harm. Advise patients of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus and to use effective contraception. ( 5.13, 8.1, 8.3)
5.13 Embryo Fetal Toxicity (5.13 Embryo-Fetal Toxicity)

Based on animal studies and the mechanism of action, everolimus can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. In animal studies, everolimus caused embryo-fetal toxicities in rats when administered during the period of organogenesis at maternal exposures that were lower than human exposures at the clinical dose of 10 mg once daily. Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to a fetus. Advise female patients of reproductive potential to avoid becoming pregnant and to use effective contraception during treatment with TORPENZ and for 8 weeks after the last dose. Advise male patients with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with TORPENZ and for 4 weeks after the last dose [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1, 8.3)] .

2 Dosage and Administration (2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION)

Do not combine TORPENZ tablets and AFINITOR DISPERZ to achieve the total daily dose. ( 2.1)

Modify the dose for patients with hepatic impairment or for patients taking drugs that inhibit or induce P-glycoprotein (P-gp) and CYP3A4. ( 2.1)

Breast Cancer:

  • 10 mg orally once daily. ( 2.2)

TSC-Associated Renal Angiomyolipoma:

  • 10 mg orally once daily. ( 2.5)

TSC-Associated SEGA:

  • 4.5 mg/m 2orally once daily; adjust dose to attain trough concentrations of 5 to 15 ng/mL. ( 2.6, 2.8)
3 Dosage Forms and Strengths (3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS)

TORPENZ tablets are available containing 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg or 10 mg of everolimus.

  • The 2.5 mgtablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 2.5" on one side and plain on the other side.
  • The 5 mgtablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 5" on one side and plain on the other side.
  • The 7.5 mgtablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 7.5" on one side and plain on the other side.
  • The 10 mgtablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 10" on one side and plain on the other side.
6.2 Post Marketing Experience (6.2 Post marketing Experience)

The following adverse reactions have been identified during post approval use of everolimus. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure:

  • Blood and Lymphatic Disorders: Thrombotic microangiopathy
  • Cardiac: Cardiac failure with some cases reported with pulmonary hypertension (including pulmonary arterial hypertension) as a secondary event
  • Gastrointestinal: Acute pancreatitis
  • Hepatobiliary: Cholecystitis and cholelithiasis
  • Infections: Sepsis and septic shock
  • Nervous System: Reflex sympathetic dystrophy
  • Vascular: Arterial thrombotic events, lymphedema
  • Injury, Poisoning and Procedural Complications: Radiation sensitization and radiation recall
8 Use in Specific Populations (8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS)
  • For breast cancer or TSC-associated renal angiomyolipoma, patients with hepatic impairment, reduce the dose. ( 2.10, 8.6)
  • For patients with TSC-associated SEGA and severe hepatic impairment, reduce the starting dose and adjust dose to attain target trough concentrations. ( 2.8, 2.10, 8.6)

5.1 Non Infectious Pneumonitis (5.1 Non-infectious Pneumonitis)

Non-infectious pneumonitis is a class effect of rapamycin derivatives. Non-infectious pneumonitis was reported in up to 19% of patients treated with everolimus in clinical trials, some cases were reported with pulmonary hypertension (including pulmonary arterial hypertension) as a secondary event. The incidence of Grade 3 and 4 non-infectious pneumonitis was up to 4% and up to 0.2%, respectively [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] . Fatal outcomes have been observed.

Consider a diagnosis of non-infectious pneumonitis in patients presenting with non-specific respiratory signs and symptoms. Consider opportunistic infections, such as pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia (PJP) in the differential diagnosis. Advise patients to report promptly any new or worsening respiratory symptoms.

Continue TORPENZ without dose alteration in patients who develop radiological changes suggestive of non-infectious pneumonitis and have few or no symptoms. Imaging appears to overestimate the incidence of clinical pneumonitis.

For Grade 2 to 4 non-infectious pneumonitis, withhold or permanently discontinue TORPENZ based on severity [see Dosage and Administration (2.9)] . Corticosteroids may be indicated until clinical symptoms resolve. Administer prophylaxis for PJP when concomitant use of corticosteroids or other immunosuppressive agents are required. The development of pneumonitis has been reported even at a reduced dose.

6.1 Clinical Trials Experience

Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, the adverse reaction rates observed cannot be directly compared to rates in other trials and may not reflect the rates observed in clinical practice.

2.1 Important Dosage Information
  • TORPENZ tablets and AFINITOR DISPERZ are two different dosage forms. Select the recommended dosage form based on the indication [see Indications and Usage (1)] . Do not combine TORPENZ tablets and AFINITOR DISPERZ to achieve the total dose.
  • Modify the dosage for patients with hepatic impairment or for patients taking drugs that inhibit or induce P-glycoprotein (P-gp) and CYP3A4 [see Dosage and Administration (2.10, 2.11, 2.12)] .
17 Patient Counseling Information (17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION)

Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Patient Information).

5.7 Risk of Impaired Wound Healing

Impaired wound healing can occur in patients who receive drugs that inhibit the VEGF signaling pathway. Therefore, TORPENZ has the potential to adversely affect wound healing.

Withhold TORPENZ for at least 1 week prior to elective surgery. Do not administer for at least 2 weeks following major surgery and until adequate wound healing. The safety of resumption of treatment upon resolution of wound healing complications has not been established.

2.13 Administration and Preparation
  • Administer TORPENZ tablets at the same time each day.
  • Administer TORPENZ tablets consistently either with or without food [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] .
  • If a dose of TORPENZ tablets is missed, it can be administered up to 6 hours after the time it is normally administered. After more than 6 hours, the dose should be skipped for that day. The next day, TORPENZ tablets should be administered at its usual time. Double doses should not be administered to make up for the dose that was missed.
  • TORPENZ tablets should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not break or crush tablets.
16 How Supplied/storage and Handling (16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING)

TORPENZ tablets for oral use are available containing 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, or 10 mg of everolimus.

The 2.5 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 2.5" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows:

Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0822-30

Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0822-04

(4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each)

The 5 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 5" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows:

Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0823-30

Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0823-04

(4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each)

The 7.5 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 7.5" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows:

Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0824-30

Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0824-04

(4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each)

The 10 mg tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped, flat faced, beveled edged tablets debossed with "B 10" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows:

Bottles of 30 with a child-resistant closure, NDC 0245-0825-30

Unit-Dose cartons of 28, NDC 0245-0825-04

(4 blister cards with embedded desiccants containing 7 tablets each)

5.3 Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Hypersensitivity reactions to everolimus has been observed and include anaphylaxis, dyspnea, flushing, chest pain, and angioedema (e.g., swelling of the airways or tongue, with or without respiratory impairment) [see Contraindications (4)] . The incidence of Grade 3 hypersensitivity reactions was up to 1%. Permanently discontinue TORPENZ for the development of clinically significant hypersensitivity.

13.2 Animal Toxicology And/or Pharmacology (13.2 Animal Toxicology and/or Pharmacology)

In juvenile rat toxicity studies, dose-related delayed attainment of developmental landmarks, including delayed eye-opening, delayed reproductive development in males and females and increased latency time during the learning and memory phases were observed at doses as low as 0.15 mg/kg/day.

2.9 Dosage Modifications for Adverse Reactions

Table 2 summarizes recommendations for dosage modifications of TORPENZ tablets for the management of adverse reactions.

Table 2: Recommended Dosage Modifications for TORPENZ for Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reaction Severity Dosage modification
Non-infectious pneumonitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] Grade 2 Withhold until improvement to Grade 0 or 1. Resume at 50% of previous dose; change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength. Permanently discontinue if toxicity does not resolve or improve to Grade 1 within 4 weeks.
Grade 3 Withhold until improvement to Grade 0 or 1. Resume at 50% of previous dose; change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength. If toxicity recurs at Grade 3, permanently discontinue.
Grade 4 Permanently discontinue.
Stomatitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)] Grade 2 Withhold until improvement to Grade 0 or 1. Resume at same dose.

If recurs at Grade 2, withhold until improvement to Grade 0 or 1. Resume at 50% of previous dose; change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength.
Grade 3 Withhold until improvement to Grade 0 or 1. Resume at 50% of previous dose; change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength.
Grade 4 Permanently discontinue.
Metabolic events (e.g., hyperglycemia, dyslipidemia) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9)] Grade 3 Withhold until improvement to Grade 0, 1, or 2. Resume at 50% of previous dose; change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength.
Grade 4 Permanently discontinue.
Other non-hematologic toxicities Grade 2 If toxicity becomes intolerable, withhold until improvement to Grade 0 or 1. Resume at same dose.

If toxicity recurs at Grade 2, withhold until improvement to Grade 0 or 1.

Resume at 50% of previous dose; change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength.
Grade 3 Withhold until improvement to Grade 0 or 1. Consider resuming at 50% of previous dose; change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength.

If recurs at Grade 3, permanently discontinue.
Grade 4 Permanently discontinue.
Thrombocytopenia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10)] Grade 2 Withhold until improvement to Grade 0 or 1. Resume at same dose.
Grade 3

OR

Grade 4
Withhold until improvement to Grade 0 or 1. Resume at 50% of previous dose; change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength.
Neutropenia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10)] Grade 3 Withhold until improvement to Grade 0, 1, or 2. Resume at same dose.
Grade 4 Withhold until improvement to Grade 0, 1, or 2. Resume at 50% of previous dose; change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength.
Febrile neutropenia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10)] Grade 3 Withhold until improvement to Grade 0, 1, or 2 and no fever. Resume at 50% of previous dose; change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength.
Grade 4 Permanently discontinue.
2.10 Dosage Modifications for Hepatic Impairment

The recommended dosages of TORPENZ tablets for patients with hepatic impairment are described in Table 3 [see Use in Specific Populations (8.6)] :

Table 3: Recommended Dosage Modifications for Patients with Hepatic Impairment
Indication Dose Modification for TORPENZ
Abbreviations: SEGA, Subependymal Giant Cell Astrocytoma; TSC, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex.
Breast Cancer and TSC-Associated Renal Angiomyolipoma
  • Mild hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh class A) – 7.5 mg orally once daily; decrease the dose to 5 mg orally once daily if a dose of 7.5 mg once daily is not tolerated.
  • Moderate hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh class B) – 5 mg orally once daily; decrease the dose to 2.5 mg orally once daily if a dose of 5 mg once daily is not tolerated.
  • Severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh class C) – 2.5 mg orally once daily if the desired benefit outweighs the risk; do not exceed a dose of 2.5 mg once daily.
TSC-Associated SEGA
  • Severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh class C) – 2.5 mg/m 2orally once daily.
  • Adjust dose based on everolimus trough concentrations as recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2.8)] .
5.12 Radiation Sensitization and Radiation Recall

Radiation sensitization and recall, in some cases severe, involving cutaneous and visceral organs (including radiation esophagitis and pneumonitis) have been reported in patients treated with radiation prior to, during, or subsequent to everolimus treatment [see Adverse Reactions (6.2)] .

Monitor patients closely when TORPENZ are administered during or sequentially with radiation treatment.

2.12 Dosage Modifications for P Gp and Cyp3a4 Inducers (2.12 Dosage Modifications for P-gp and CYP3A4 Inducers)
Table 5: Recommended Dosage Modifications for Concurrent Use of TORPENZ with P-gp and Strong CYP3A4 Inducers
Indication Dose Modification for TORPENZ
Breast Cancer and TSC-Associated Renal Angiomyolipoma
  • Avoid coadministration where alternatives exist.
  • If coadministration cannot be avoided, double the daily dose using increments of 5 mg or less. Multiple increments may be required.
  • Resume the dose administered prior to inducer initiation, once an inducer is discontinued for 5 days.
TSC-Associated SEGA
  • Double the daily dose using increments of 5 mg or less. Multiple increments may be required.
  • Addition of another strong CYP3A4 inducer in a patient already receiving treatment with a strong CYP3A4 inducer may not require additional dosage modification.
  • Assess trough concentrations when initiating and discontinuing the inducer [see Dosage and Administration (2.8)] .
  • Resume the dose administered before starting any inducer, once all inducers are discontinued for 5 days.
Principal Display Panel 5 Mg Unit Dose Tablet Carton (PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 5 mg Unit-Dose Tablet Carton)

NDC 0245-0823-04

TORPENZ™

(everolimus) Tablets

5 mg

28 Tablets

Rx only

UPSHER-SMITH

Principal Display Panel 10 Mg Unit Dose Tablet Carton (PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 10 mg Unit-dose Tablet Carton)

NDC 0245-0825-04

TORPENZ™

(everolimus) Tablets

10 mg

28 Tablets

Rx only

UPSHER-SMITH

2.11 Dosage Modifications for P Gp and Cyp3a4 Inhibitors (2.11 Dosage Modifications for P-gp and CYP3A4 Inhibitors)
Table 4: Recommended Dosage Modifications for Concurrent Use of TORPENZ with a P-gp and Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitor
Indication Dose Modification for TORPENZ
Breast Cancer and TSC-Associated Renal Angiomyolipoma
  • Reduce dose to 2.5 mg once daily.
  • May increase dose to 5 mg once daily if tolerated.
  • Resume dose administered prior to inhibitor initiation, once the inhibitor is discontinued for 3 days.
TSC-Associated SEGA
  • Reduce the daily dose by 50%.
  • Change to every other day dosing if the reduced dose is lower than the lowest available strength.
  • Resume dose administered prior to inhibitor initiation, once the inhibitor is discontinued for 3 days.
  • Assess trough concentrations when initiating and discontinuing the inhibitor [see Dosage and Administration (2.8)].
Principal Display Panel 2.5 Mg Unit Dose Tablet Carton (PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 2.5 mg Unit-Dose Tablet Carton)

NDC 0245-0822-04

TORPENZ™

(everolimus) Tablets

2.5 mg

28 Tablets

Rx only

UPSHER-SMITH

Principal Display Panel 7.5 Mg Unit Dose Tablet Carton (PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 7.5 mg Unit-Dose Tablet Carton)

NDC 0245-0824-04

TORPENZ™

(everolimus) Tablets

7.5 mg

28 Tablets

Rx only

UPSHER-SMITH

5.11 Risk of Infection Or Reduced Immune Response With Vaccination (5.11 Risk of Infection or Reduced Immune Response with Vaccination)

The safety of immunization with live vaccines during everolimus therapy has not been studied. Due to the potential increased risk of infection, avoid the use of live vaccines and close contact with individuals who have received live vaccines during treatment with TORPENZ. Due to the potential increased risk of infection or reduced immune response with vaccination, complete the recommended childhood series of vaccinations according to American Council on Immunization Practices (ACIP) guidelines prior to the start of therapy. An accelerated vaccination schedule may be appropriate.

1.4 Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (tsc) Associated Renal Angiomyolipoma (1.4 Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC)-Associated Renal Angiomyolipoma)

TORPENZ tablets are indicated for the treatment of adult patients with renal angiomyolipoma and TSC, not requiring immediate surgery.

14.4 Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (tsc) Associated Renal Angiomyolipoma (14.4 Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC)-Associated Renal Angiomyolipoma)

A randomized (2:1), double-blind, placebo-controlled trial (EXIST-2, NCT00790400) of everolimus tablets was conducted in 118 patients with renal angiomyolipoma as a feature of TSC (n = 113) or sporadic lymphangioleiomyomatosis (n = 5). The key eligibility requirements for this trial were at least one angiomyolipoma of ≥ 3 cm in longest diameter on CT/MRI based on local radiology assessment, no immediate indication for surgery, and age ≥ 18 years. Patients received everolimus tablets 10 mg or matching placebo orally once daily until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. CT or MRI scans for disease assessment were obtained at baseline, 12, 24, and 48 weeks and annually thereafter. Clinical and photographic assessment of skin lesions were conducted at baseline and every 12 weeks thereafter until treatment discontinuation. The major efficacy outcome measure was angiomyolipoma response rate based on independent central radiology review, which was defined as a ≥ 50% reduction in angiomyolipoma volume, absence of new angiomyolipoma lesion ≥ 1 cm, absence of kidney volume increase ≥ 20%, and no angiomyolipoma related bleeding of ≥ Grade 2. Key supportive efficacy outcome measures were time to angiomyolipoma progression and skin lesion response rate. The primary analyses of efficacy outcome measures were limited to the blinded treatment period and conducted 6 months after the last patient was randomized. The comparative angiomyolipoma response rate analysis was stratified by use of enzyme-inducing antiepileptic drugs (EIAEDs) at randomization (yes vs. no).

Of the 118 patients enrolled, 79 were randomized to everolimus tablets and 39 to placebo. The median age was 31 years (18 to 61 years), 34% were male, and 89% were white. At baseline, 17% of patients were receiving EIAEDs. On central radiology review at baseline, 92% of patients had at least 1 angiomyolipoma of ≥ 3 cm in longest diameter, 29% had angiomyolipomas ≥ 8 cm, 78% had bilateral angiomyolipomas, and 97% had skin lesions. The median values for the sum of all target renal angiomyolipoma lesions at baseline were 85 cm 3(9 to 1,612 cm 3) and 120 cm 3(3 to 4,520 cm 3) in the everolimus tablets and placebo arms, respectively. Forty-six (39%) patients had prior renal embolization or nephrectomy. The median duration of follow-up was 8.3 months (0.7 to 24.8 months) at the time of the primary analysis. The renal angiomyolipoma response rate was statistically significantly higher in everolimus tablets-treated patients (Table 24). The median response duration was 5.3+ months (2.3+ to 19.6+ months).

There were 3 patients in the everolimus tablets arm and 8 patients in the placebo arm with documented angiomyolipoma progression by central radiologic review (defined as a ≥ 25% increase from nadir in the sum of angiomyolipoma target lesion volumes to a value greater than baseline, appearance of a new angiomyolipoma ≥ 1 cm in longest diameter, an increase in renal volume ≥ 20% from nadir for either kidney and to a value greater than baseline, or Grade ≥ 2 angiomyolipoma-related bleeding). The time to angiomyolipoma progression was statistically significantly longer in the everolimus tablets arm (HR 0.08 [95% CI: 0.02, 0.37]; p < 0.0001).

Table 24: Angiomyolipoma Response Rate in TSC-Associated Renal Angiomyolipoma in EXIST-2
Primary analysis Everolimus Tablets

N=79
Placebo

N=39
p-value
Angiomyolipoma response rate
Per independent central radiology review.
95% CI
41.8

(30.8, 53.4)
0

(0.0, 9.0)
<0.0001

Skin lesion response rates were assessed by local investigators for 77 patients in the everolimus tablets arm and 37 patients in the placebo arm who presented with skin lesions at study entry. The skin lesion response rate was statistically significantly higher in the everolimus tablets arm (26% vs. 0, p = 0.0011); all skin lesion responses were partial responses, defined as visual improvement in 50% to 99% of all skin lesions durable for at least 8 weeks (Physician's Global Assessment of Clinical Condition).

Patients randomized to placebo were permitted to receive everolimus tablets at the time of angiomyolipoma progression or after the time of the primary analysis. After the primary analysis, patients treated with everolimus tablets underwent additional follow-up CT or MRI scans to assess tumor status until discontinuation of treatment or completion of 4 years of follow-up after the last patient was randomized. A total of 112 patients (79 randomized to everolimus tablets and 33 randomized to placebo) received at least one dose of everolimus tablets. The median duration of everolimus tablets treatment was 3.9 years (0.5 months to 5.3 years) and the median duration of follow-up was 3.9 years (0.9 months to 5.4 years). During the follow-up period after the primary analysis, 32 patients (in addition to the 33 patients identified at the time of the primary analysis) had an angiomyolipoma response based upon independent central radiology review. Among the 65 responders out of 112 patients, the median time to angiomyolipoma response was 2.9 months (2.6 to 33.8 months). Fourteen percent of the 112 patients treated with everolimus tablets had angiomyolipoma progression by the end of the follow-up period. No patient underwent a nephrectomy for angiomyolipoma progression, and one patient underwent renal embolization while treated with everolimus tablets.

7.2 Effects of Combination Use of Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ace) Inhibitors (7.2 Effects of Combination Use of Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors)

Patients taking concomitant ACE inhibitors with TORPENZ may be at increased risk for angioedema. Avoid the concomitant use of ACE inhibitors with TORPENZ [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)] .

2.2 Recommended Dosage for Hormone Receptor Positive, Her2 Negative Breast Cancer (2.2 Recommended Dosage for Hormone Receptor-Positive, HER2-Negative Breast Cancer)

The recommended dosage of TORPENZ tablets is 10 mg orally once daily until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.

5.4 Angioedema With Concomitant Use of Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ace) Inhibitors (5.4 Angioedema with Concomitant Use of Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors)

Patients taking concomitant ACE inhibitors with TORPENZ may be at increased risk for angioedema (e.g., swelling of the airways or tongue, with or without respiratory impairment). In a pooled analysis of randomized double-blind oncology clinical trials, the incidence of angioedema in patients taking everolimus tablets with an ACE inhibitor was 6.8% compared to 1.3% in the control arm with an ACE inhibitor. Permanently discontinue TORPENZ for angioedema.

1.5 Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (tsc) Associated Subependymal Giant Cell Astrocytoma (sega) (1.5 Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC)-Associated Subependymal Giant Cell Astrocytoma (SEGA))

TORPENZ tablets are indicated in adult and pediatric patients aged 1 year and older with TSC for the treatment of SEGA that requires therapeutic intervention but cannot be curatively resected.

2.5 Recommended Dosage for Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (tsc) Associated Renal Angiomyolipoma (2.5 Recommended Dosage for Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC)-Associated Renal Angiomyolipoma)

The recommended dosage of TORPENZ tablets is 10 mg orally once daily until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.

2.6 Recommended Dosage for Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (tsc) Associated Subependymal Giant Cell Astrocytoma (sega) (2.6 Recommended Dosage for Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC)-Associated Subependymal Giant Cell Astrocytoma (SEGA))

The recommended starting dosage of TORPENZ tablets is 4.5 mg/m 2orally once daily until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity [see Dosage and Administration (2.8)] .

2.8 Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (tdm) and Dose Titration for Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (tsc) Associated Subependymal Giant Cell Astrocytoma (sega) (2.8 Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (TDM) and Dose Titration for Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC)-Associated Subependymal Giant Cell Astrocytoma (SEGA))
  • Monitor everolimus whole blood trough concentrations at time points recommended in Table 1.
  • Titrate the dose to attain trough concentrations of 5 ng/mL to 15 ng/mL.
  • Adjust the dose using the following equation:
    • New dose
      The maximum dose increment at any titration must not exceed 5 mg. Multiple dose titrations may be required to attain the target trough concentration.
      = current dose × (target concentration divided by current concentration)
  • When possible, use the same assay and laboratory for TDM throughout treatment.
Table 1: Recommended Timing of Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
Event When to Assess Trough Concentrations After Event
Abbreviation: P-gp, P-glycoprotein
Initiation of TORPENZ 1 to 2 weeks
Modification of TORPENZ dose 1 to 2 weeks
Switch between TORPENZ tablets and AFINITOR DISPERZ 1 to 2 weeks
Initiation or discontinuation of P-gp and moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor 2 weeks
Initiation or discontinuation of P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inducer 2 weeks
Change in hepatic function 2 weeks
Stable dose with changing body surface area (BSA) Every 3 to 6 months
Stable dose with stable BSA Every 6 to 12 months

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