Determination and Confirmation of Recommended Ph2 Dose of Amivantamab in Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Exon 20 Insertion Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
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Nahor Haddish-Berhane1, Yaming Su2, Alberto Russu3
1Janssen Research & Development, LLC, Spring House, Pennsylvania, USA.
Abstract:
Amivantamab has demonstrated durable responses with a tolerable safety profile in non-small cell lung cancer with EGFR exon 20 insertions (Ex20ins) who progressed after prior platinum chemotherapy. Data supporting the amivantamab recommended phase II dose (RP2D) in this patient population are presented. Pharmacokinetic (PK) analysis and population PK (PopPK) modeling were conducted using serum concentration data obtained following amivantamab intravenous administration (140-1,750 mg). Pharmacodynamics (PDs) were evaluated using depletion of soluble EGFR and MET. Exposure-response (E-R) analyses were performed using the primary efficacy end point of objective response rate in patients with EGFR Ex20ins. The E-R relationship for safety was explored for adverse events of clinical interest. Amivantamab exhibited linear PKs at 350-1,750 mg dose levels following administration, with no maximum tolerated dose identified. A two-compartment PopPK model with linear clearance adequately described the observed PKs. Body weight was a covariate of clearance and volume of distribution in the central compartment. PopPK modeling showed that a weight-based, 2-tier (< 80 and ≥ 80 kg) dosing strategy reduces PK variability and provides comparable exposure across 2 weight groups, with 87% of patients achieving exposures above the target threshold. The final confirmed RP2D of amivantamab was 1,050 mg for < 80 kg (1,400 mg for ≥ 80 kg) weekly in cycle 1 (28 days) and every 2 weeks thereafter. No significant exposure-efficacy or safety correlation was observed. In conclusion, the amivantamab RP2D is supported by PK, PD, safety, and efficacy analyses. E-R analyses confirmed that the current regimen provides durable efficacy with tolerable safety.
Insights
Amivantamab shows durable responses and a good safety profile in non-small cell lung cancer with EGFR exon 20 insertions. Recommended Phase II Dosing (RP2D) was established using pharmacokinetic and exposure-response analyses.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Pharmacology
- Clinical Trials
Background:
- Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with EGFR exon 20 insertions (Ex20ins) has limited treatment options after platinum chemotherapy.
- Amivantamab has shown promise in this patient population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present data supporting the recommended Phase II dose (RP2D) of amivantamab.
- To evaluate pharmacokinetic (PK), pharmacodynamic (PD), and exposure-response (E-R) relationships for amivantamab in NSCLC patients with Ex20ins.
Main Methods:
- PK and population PK (PopPK) modeling using serum concentration data from intravenous amivantamab administration.
- PD evaluation via soluble EGFR and MET depletion.
- E-R analyses for efficacy (objective response rate) and safety (adverse events).
Main Results:
- Amivantamab exhibited linear PKs with no maximum tolerated dose identified.
- A weight-based, 2-tier dosing strategy (1,050 mg for <80 kg, 1,400 mg for ≥80 kg) was confirmed as RP2D, reducing PK variability.
- 87% of patients achieved target exposures; no significant exposure-efficacy or safety correlations were found.
Conclusions:
- The amivantamab RP2D is supported by comprehensive PK, PD, safety, and efficacy data.
- The established dosing regimen provides durable efficacy with a tolerable safety profile in NSCLC patients with EGFR Ex20ins.

