ADVERSE REACTIONS SECTION.

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS. The following clinically significant adverse reactions have been associated with bendamustine hydrochloride in clinical trials and are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the label.Myelosuppression [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] Infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)] Anaphylaxis and Infusion Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)] Tumor Lysis Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)] Skin Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6)] Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7)] Other Malignancies [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) Extravasation Injury [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9)] Myelosuppression [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] Infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)] Anaphylaxis and Infusion Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)] Tumor Lysis Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)] Skin Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6)] Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7)] Other Malignancies [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) . Extravasation Injury [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9)] Adverse reactions (frequency >5%) during infusion and within 24 hours post-infusion are nausea and fatigue. (6.1)Most common adverse reactions (>=15%) for CLL are anemia, thrombocytopenia, neutropenia, lymphopenia, leukopenia, pyrexia, nausea, vomiting. (6.1, 6.2)Most common adverse reactions (>=15%) for NHL are lymphopenia, leukopenia, anemia, neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, nausea, fatigue, vomiting, diarrhea, pyrexia, constipation, anorexia, cough, headache, weight decreased, dyspnea, rash, and stomatitis. (6.1, 6.2)To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Eugia US LLC at 1-866-850-2876 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.. Adverse reactions (frequency >5%) during infusion and within 24 hours post-infusion are nausea and fatigue. (6.1). Most common adverse reactions (>=15%) for CLL are anemia, thrombocytopenia, neutropenia, lymphopenia, leukopenia, pyrexia, nausea, vomiting. (6.1, 6.2). Most common adverse reactions (>=15%) for NHL are lymphopenia, leukopenia, anemia, neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, nausea, fatigue, vomiting, diarrhea, pyrexia, constipation, anorexia, cough, headache, weight decreased, dyspnea, rash, and stomatitis. (6.1, 6.2). 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience. Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia The data described below reflect exposure to bendamustine hydrochloride in 153 patients. Bendamustine hydrochloride was studied in an active-controlled, randomized trial. The population was 45 to 77 years of age, 63% male, 100% white, and had treatment naive CLL. All patients started the study at dose of 100 mg/m2 intravenously over 30 minutes on Days and every 28 days. Adverse reactions were reported according to NCI CTC v.2.0. In the randomized CLL clinical study, non-hematologic adverse reactions (any grade) in the bendamustine hydrochloride group that occurred with frequency greater than 15% were pyrexia (24%), nausea (20%), and vomiting (16%). Other adverse reactions seen frequently in one or more studies included asthenia, fatigue, malaise, and weakness; dry mouth; somnolence; cough; constipation; headache; mucosal inflammation and stomatitis. Worsening hypertension was reported in patients treated with bendamustine hydrochloride in the randomized CLL clinical study and in none treated with chlorambucil. Three of these adverse reactions were described as hypertensive crisis and were managed with oral medications and resolved. The most frequent adverse reactions leading to study withdrawal for patients receiving bendamustine hydrochloride were hypersensitivity (2%) and pyrexia (1%). Table contains the treatment emergent adverse reactions, regardless of attribution, that were reported in >= 5% of patients in either treatment group in the randomized CLL clinical study. Table 1: Non- Hematologic Adverse Reactions Occurring in Randomized CLL Clinical Study in at Least 5% of Patients Number (%) of patientsBendamustine Hydrochloride(N=153)Chlorambucil(N=143)Body System/ Adverse ReactionAllGradesGrade3/4AllGradesGrade3/4Total number of patients with at least adverse reaction121 (79)52 (34)96 (67)25 (17)Gastrointestinal disorders Nausea 31 (20) 1(<1) 21 (15) (<1) Vomiting 24 (16) (<1) (6) Diarrhea 14 (9) (1) (3) General disorders and administration site conditions Pyrexia 36 (24) (4) (6) (1) Fatigue 14 (9) (1) (6) Asthenia 13 (8) 6 (4) Chills (6) 1 (<1) Immune system disorders Hypersensitivity (5) (1) (2) Infections and infestations Nasopharyngitis 10 (7) 12 (8) Infection (6) (2) (<1) (<1) Herpes simplex (3) 7 (5) Investigations Weight decreased 11 (7) 5 (3) Metabolism and nutrition disorders Hyperuricemia 11 (7) (2) (1) Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders Cough (4) (<1) (5) (<1) Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders Rash 12 (8) (3) (5) (2) Pruritus (5) 2 (1) The Grade and hematology laboratory test values by treatment group in the randomized CLL clinical study are described in Table 2. These findings confirm the myelosuppressive effects seen in patients treated with bendamustine hydrochloride. Red blood cell transfusions were administered to 20% of patients receiving bendamustine hydrochloride compared with 6% of patients receiving chlorambucil. Table 2: Incidence of Hematology Laboratory Abnormalities in Patients Who Received Bendamustine Hydrochloride or Chlorambucil in the Randomized CLL Clinical Study Bendamustine Hydrochloride N=150ChlorambucilN=141Laboratory AbnormalityAll Grades (%)Grade 3/4 (%)All Grades (%)Grade 3/4 (%)Hemoglobin Decreased 134 (89) 20 (13) 115 (82) 12 (9) Platelets Decreased 116 (77) 16 (11) 110 (78) 14 (10) Leukocytes Decreased 92 (61) 42 (28) 26 (18) (3) Lymphocytes Decreased 102 (68) 70 (47) 27 (19) (4) Neutrophils Decreased 113 (75) 65 (43) 86 (61) 30 (21) In the randomized CLL trial, 34% of patients had bilirubin elevations, some without associated significant elevations in AST and ALT. Grade or increased bilirubin occurred in 3% of patients. Increases in AST and ALT of Grade or were limited to 1% and 3% of patients, respectively. Patients treated with bendamustine hydrochloride may also have changes in their creatinine levels. If abnormalities are detected, monitoring of these parameters should be continued to ensure that further deterioration does not occur. Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma The data described below reflect exposure to bendamustine hydrochloride in 176 patients with indolent B-cell NHL treated in two single-arm studies. The population was 31 to 84 years of age, 60% male, and 40% female. The race distribution was 89% White, 7% Black, 3% Hispanic, 1% other, and <1% Asian. These patients received bendamustine hydrochloride at dose of 120 mg/m2 intravenously on Days and for up to eight 21-day cycles. The adverse reactions occurring in at least 5% of the NHL patients, regardless of severity, are shown in Table 3. The most common non-hematologic adverse reactions (>=30%) were nausea (75%), fatigue (57%), vomiting (40%), diarrhea (37%) and pyrexia (34%). The most common non-hematologic Grade or adverse reactions (>=5%) were fatigue (11%), febrile neutropenia (6%), and pneumonia, hypokalemia and dehydration, each reported in 5% of patients.Table 3: Non-Hematologic Adverse Reactions Occurring in at Least 5% of NHL Patients Treated with Bendamustine Hydrochloride (N=176) Body System/ Adverse ReactionNumber (%) of patientsAll GradesGrade 3/4 Patients may have reported more than adverse reaction. NOTE: Patients counted only once in each adverse reaction category and once in each body system category. Total number of patients with at least adverse reaction176 (100) 94 (53) Cardiac disorders Tachycardia 13 (7) Gastrointestinal disorders Nausea 132 (75) (4) Vomiting 71 (40) (3) Diarrhea 65 (37) (3) Constipation 51 (29) (<1) Stomatitis 27 (15) (<1) Abdominal pain 22 (13) (1) Dyspepsia 20 (11) Gastroesophageal reflux disease 18 (10) Dry mouth 15 (9) (<1) Abdominal pain upper (5) Abdominal distension (5) General disorders and administration site conditions Fatigue 101 (57) 19 (11) Pyrexia 59 (34) (2) Chills 24 (14) Edema peripheral 23 (13) (<1) Asthenia 19 (11) (2) Chest pain 11 (6) (<1) Infusion site pain 11 (6) Pain 10 (6) Catheter site pain (5) Infections and infestations Herpes zoster 18 (10) (3) Upper respiratory tract infection 18 (10) Urinary tract infection 17 (10) (2) Sinusitis 15 (9) Pneumonia 14 (8) (5) Febrile neutropenia 11 (6) 11 (6) Oral candidiasis 11 (6) (1) Nasopharyngitis 11 (6) Investigations Weight decreased 31 (18) (2) Metabolism and nutrition disorders Anorexia 40 (23) (2) Dehydration 24 (14) (5) Decreased appetite 22 (13) (<1) Hypokalemia 15 (9) (5) Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders Back pain 25 (14) (3) Arthralgia 11 (6) Pain in extremity (5) (1) Bone pain (5) Nervous system disorders Headache 36 (21) Dizziness 25 (14) Dysgeusia 13 (7) Psychiatric disorders Insomnia 23 (13) Anxiety 14 (8) 1(<1) Depression 10 (6) Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders Cough 38 (22) (<1) Dyspnea 28 (16) (2) Pharyngolaryngeal pain 14 (8) (<1) Wheezing (5) Nasal congestion (5) Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders Rash 28 (16) (<1) Pruritus 11 (6) Dry skin (5) Night sweats (5) Hyperhidrosis (5) Vascular disorders Hypotension 10 (6) (1) Hematologic toxicities, based on laboratory values and CTC grade, in NHL patients treated in both single arm studies combined are described in Table 4. Clinically important chemistry laboratory values that were new or worsened from baseline and occurred in >1% of patients at Grade or 4, in NHL patients treated in both single arm studies combined were hyperglycemia (3%), elevated creatinine (2%), hyponatremia (2%), and hypocalcemia (2%).Table 4: Incidence of Hematology Laboratory Abnormalities in Patients Who Received Bendamustine Hydrochloride in the NHL Studies Hematology variablePercent of patientsAll GradesGrade 3/4Lymphocytes Decreased 99 94 Leukocytes Decreased 94 56 Hemoglobin Decreased 88 11 Neutrophils Decreased 86 60 Platelets Decreased 86 25 In both studies, serious adverse reactions, regardless of causality, were reported in 37% of patients receiving bendamustine hydrochloride. The most common serious adverse reactions occurring in >=5% of patients were febrile neutropenia and pneumonia. Other important serious adverse reactions reported in clinical trials and/or postmarketing experience were acute renal failure, cardiac failure, hypersensitivity, skin reactions, pulmonary fibrosis, and myelodysplastic syndrome. Serious drug-related adverse reactions reported in clinical trials included myelosuppression, infection, pneumonia, tumor lysis syndrome and infusion reactions. Adverse reactions occurring less frequently but possibly related to bendamustine hydrochloride treatment were hemolysis, dysgeusia/taste disorder, atypical pneumonia, sepsis, herpes zoster, erythema, dermatitis, and skin necrosis.. 6.2 Postmarketing Experience. The following adverse reactions have been identified during post-approval use of bendamustine hydrochloride. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish causal relationship to drug exposure. Blood and lymphatic systems disorders: Pancytopenia Cardiovascular disorders: Atrial fibrillation, congestive heart failure (some fatal), myocardial infarction (some fatal), palpitation General disorders and administration site conditions: Injection site reactions (including phlebitis, pruritus, irritation, pain, swelling), infusion site reactions (including phlebitis, pruritus, irritation, pain, swelling) Immune system disorders: Anaphylaxis Infections and infestations: Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia, progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML) Renal and urinary disorders: Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus (NDI) Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders: Pneumonitis Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC), Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS), toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN).

CARCINOGENESIS & MUTAGENESIS & IMPAIRMENT OF FERTILITY SECTION.

13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility. Bendamustine was carcinogenic in mice. After intraperitoneal injections at 37.5 mg/m2/day (the lowest dose tested, approximately 0.3 times the maximum recommended human dose [MRHD])) and 75 mg/m2/day (approximately 0.6 times the MRHD) for days, peritoneal sarcomas in female AB/Jena mice were produced. Oral administration at 187.5 mg/m2/day (the only dose tested, approximately 1.6 times the MRHD) for days induced mammary carcinomas and pulmonary adenomas. Bendamustine is mutagen and clastogen. In bacterial reverse mutation assay (Ames assay), bendamustine was shown to increase revertant frequency in the absence and presence of metabolic activation. Bendamustine was clastogenic in human lymphocytes in vitro, and in rat bone marrow cells in vivo (increase in micronucleated polychromatic erythrocytes) from 37.5 mg/m2 (the lowest dose tested, approximately 0.3 times the MRHD). Bendamustine induced morphologic abnormalities in spermatozoa in mice. Following tail vein injection of bendamustine at 120 mg/m2 or saline control on days and for total of weeks, the number of spermatozoa with morphologic abnormalities was 16% higher in the bendamustine-treated group as compared to the saline control group.

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY SECTION.

12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY. 12.1 Mechanism of Action. Bendamustine is bifunctional mechlorethamine derivative containing purine-like benzimidazole ring. Mechlorethamine and its derivatives form electrophilic alkyl groups. These groups form covalent bonds with electron-rich nucleophilic moieties, resulting in interstrand DNA crosslinks. The bifunctional covalent linkage can lead to cell death via several pathways. Bendamustine is active against both quiescent and dividing cells. The exact mechanism of action of bendamustine remains unknown.. 12.2 Pharmacodynamics. Based on the pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics analyses of data from adult NHL patients, nausea increased with increasing bendamustine Cmax. Cardiac Electrophysiology The effect of bendamustine on the QTc interval was evaluated in 53 patients with indolent NHL and mantle cell lymphoma on Day of Cycle after administration of rituximab at 375 mg/m2 intravenous infusion followed by 30--minute intravenous infusion of bendamustine at 90 mg/m2/day. No mean changes greater than 20 milliseconds were detected up to one hour post-infusion. The potential for delayed effects on the QT interval after one hour was not evaluated.. 12.3 Pharmacokinetics. Absorption Following single intravenous dose of bendamustine hydrochloride Cmax typically occurred at the end of infusion. The dose proportionality of bendamustine has not been studied. Distribution The protein binding of bendamustine ranged from 94 to 96% and was concentration independent from to 50 mcg/mL. The blood to plasma concentration ratios in human blood ranged from 0.84 to 0.86 over concentration range of 10 to 100 mcg/mL. The mean steady-state volume of distribution (Vss) of bendamustine was approximately 20 to 25 L. Elimination After single intravenous dose of 120 mg/m2 of bendamustine over hour, the intermediate half-life (t 1/2 of the parent compound is approximately 40 minutes. The mean terminal elimination 1/2 of two active metabolites, --hydroxybendamustine (M3) and desmethylbendamustine (M4) are approximately hours and 30 minutes, respectively. Bendamustine clearance in humans is approximately 700 mL/min. Metabolism Bendamustine is extensively metabolized via hydrolytic, oxidative, and conjugative pathways. Bendamustine is primarily metabolized via hydrolysis to monohydroxy (HP1) and dihydroxy-bendamustine (HP2) metabolites with low cytotoxic activity in vitro. Two active minor metabolites, M3 and M4, are primarily formed via CYP1A2 in vitro. M3 and M4 concentrations in plasma are 1/10th and 1/100th that of the parent compound, respectively. Excretion Following intravenous infusion of radiolabeled bendamustine hydrochloride in cancer patients, approximately 76% of the dose was recovered. Approximately 50% of the dose was recovered in the urine (3.3% unchanged) and approximately 25% of the dose was recovered in the feces. Less than 1% of the dose was recovered in the urine as M3 and M4, and less than 5% of the dose was recovered in the urine as HP2. Specific Populations No clinically meaningful effects on the pharmacokinetics of bendamustine were observed based on age (31 to 84 years), sex, mild to moderate renal impairment (CLcr >= 30 mL/min), or hepatic impairment with total bilirubin 1.5 ULN and AST or ALT 2.5 ULN. The effects of severe renal impairment (CLcr 30 mL/min), or hepatic impairment with total bilirubin 1.5 to x ULN and AST or ALT 2.5 to 10 ULN or total bilirubin 3 ULN on the pharmacokinetics of bendamustine is unknown. Race/Ethnicity Exposures in Japanese subjects (n=6) were 40% higher than that in non-Japanese subjects receiving the same dose. The clinical importance of this difference on the safety and efficacy of bendamustine hydrochloride in Japanese subjects has not been established. Drug Interaction Studies In Vitro Studies Effect of Bendamustine on CYP Substrates Bendamustine did not inhibit CYP1A2, 2C9/10, 2D6, 2E1, or 3A4/5. Bendamustine did not induce metabolism of CYP1A2, CYP2A6, CYP2B6, CYP2C8, CYP2C9, CYP2C19, CYP2E1, or CYP3A4/5. Effect of Transporters on Bendamustine Hydrochloride Bendamustine is substrate of P-glycoprotein and breast cancer resistance protein (BCRP).

CLINICAL STUDIES SECTION.

14 CLINICAL STUDIES. 14.1 Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL). The safety and efficacy of bendamustine hydrochloride were evaluated in an open-label, randomized, controlled multicenter trial comparing bendamustine hydrochloride to chlorambucil. The trial was conducted in 301 previously-untreated patients with Binet Stage or (Rai Stages to IV) CLL requiring treatment. Need-to-treat criteria included hematopoietic insufficiency, B-symptoms, rapidly progressive disease or risk of complications from bulky lymphadenopathy. Patients with autoimmune hemolytic anemia or autoimmune thrombocytopenia, Richters syndrome, or transformation to prolymphocytic leukemia were excluded from the study. The patient populations in the bendamustine hydrochloride and chlorambucil treatment groups were balanced with regard to the following baseline characteristics: age (median 63 vs. 66 years), gender (63% vs. 61% male), Binet stage (71% vs. 69% Binet B), lymphadenopathy (79% vs. 82%), enlarged spleen (76% vs. 80%), enlarged liver (48% vs. 46%), hypercellular bone marrow (79% vs. 73%), B symptoms (51% vs. 53%), lymphocyte count (mean 65.7x109/L vs. 65.1x109/L), and serum lactate dehydrogenase concentration (mean 370.2 vs. 388.4 U/L). Ninety percent of patients in both treatment groups had immuno-phenotypic confirmation of CLL (CD5, CD23 and either CD19 or CD20 or both). Patients were randomly assigned to receive either bendamustine hydrochloride at 100 mg/m2, administered intravenously over period of 30 minutes on Days and or chlorambucil at 0.8 mg/kg (Brocas normal weight) administered orally on Days and 15 of each 28-day cycle. Efficacy endpoints of objective response rate and progression-free survival were calculated using pre-specified algorithm based on NCI working group criteria for CLL. The results of this open-label randomized study demonstrated higher rate of overall response and longer progression-free survival for bendamustine hydrochloride compared to chlorambucil (see Table 5). Survival data are not mature.Table 5: Efficacy Data for CLL CI confidence interval CR was defined as peripheral lymphocyte count <= 4.0 109/L, neutrophils >= 1.5 109/L, platelets >100 109/L, hemoglobin 110 g/L, without transfusions, absence of palpable hepatosplenomegaly, lymph nodes <= 1.5 cm, 30% lymphocytes without nodularity in at least normocellular bone marrow and absence of B symptoms. The clinical and laboratory criteria were required to be maintained for period of at least 56 days. nPR was defined as described for CR with the exception that the bone marrow biopsy shows persistent nodules. PR was defined as >= 50% decrease in peripheral lymphocyte count from the pretreatment baseline value, and either >=50% reduction in lymphadenopathy, or >=50% reduction in the size of spleen or liver, as well as one of the following hematologic improvements: neutrophils >= 1.5 109/L or 50% improvement over baseline, platelets >100 109/L or 50% improvement over baseline, hemoglobin >110 g/L or 50% improvement over baseline without transfusions, for period of at least 56 days. ++ PFS was defined as time from randomization to progression or death from any cause. Bendamustine Hydrochloride (N=153) Chlorambucil(N=148)p-valueResponse Rate (%) Overall response rate 90 (59) 38 (26) <0.0001 (95% CI) (51.0, 66.6) (18.6, 32.7) Complete response (CR) 13 (8) (<1) Nodular partial response (nPR) (3) Partial response (PR)+ 73 (48) 37 (25) Progression-Free Survival++ Median, months (95% CI) 18 (11.7, 23.5) (5.6, 8.6) Hazard ratio (95% CI) 0.27 (0.17, 0.43) <0.0001 Kaplan-Meier estimates of progression-free survival comparing bendamustine hydrochloride with chlorambucil are shown in Figure 1. Figure 1. Progression-Free Survival. 14.2 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL). The efficacy of bendamustine hydrochloride was evaluated in single arm study of 100 patients with indolent B-cell NHL that had progressed during or within six months of treatment with rituximab or rituximab-containing regimen. Patients were included if they relapsed within months of either the first dose (monotherapy) or last dose (maintenance regimen or combination therapy) of rituximab. All patients received bendamustine hydrochloride intravenously at dose of 120 mg/m2, on Days and of 21-day treatment cycle. Patients were treated for up to cycles. The median age was 60 years, 65% were male, and 95% had baseline WHO performance status of or 1. Major tumor subtypes were follicular lymphoma (62%), diffuse small lymphocytic lymphoma (21%), and marginal zone lymphoma (16%). Ninety-nine percent of patients had received previous chemotherapy, 91% of patients had received previous alkylator therapy, and 97% of patients had relapsed within months of either the first dose (monotherapy) or last dose (maintenance regimen or combination therapy) of rituximab. Efficacy was based on the assessments by blinded independent review committee (IRC) and included overall response rate (complete response complete response unconfirmed partial response) and duration of response (DR) as summarized in Table 6.Table 6: Efficacy Data for NHL CI confidence interval IRC assessment was based on modified International Working Group response criteria (IWG--RC). Modifications to IWG-RC specified that persistently positive bone marrow in patients who met all other criteria for CR would be scored as PR. Bone marrow sample lengths were not required to be >=20 mm. Bendamustine Hydrochloride(N=100)Response Rate (%) Overall response rate (CR+CRu+PR) 74 (95% CI) (64.3, 82.3) Complete response (CR) 13 Complete response unconfirmed (CRu) Partial response (PR) 57 Duration of Response (DR) Median, months (95% CI) 9.2 months(7.1, 10.8).

CONTRAINDICATIONS SECTION.

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS. Bendamustine hydrochloride is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity (e.g., anaphylactic and anaphylactoid reactions) to bendamustine. [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)] Bendamustine hydrochloride is contraindicated in patients with history of hypersensitivity reaction to bendamustine. Reactions have included anaphylaxis and anaphylactoid reactions. (4, 5.4).

DESCRIPTION SECTION.

11 DESCRIPTION. Bendamustine hydrochloride, USP is an alkylating agent. The chemical name of bendamustine hydrochloride, USP is 4-[5-[Bis(2-chloroethyl)amino]-1-methylbenzimidazol-2-yl]butanoic acid hydrochloride monohydrate. Its molecular formula is C16H21Cl2N3O2.HCl.H2O and the molecular weight is 412.74. Bendamustine hydrochloride, USP contains mechlorethamine group and benzimidazole heterocyclic ring with butyric acid substituent, and has the following structural formula: Bendamustine hydrochloride for injection, USP (25 mg/vial or 100 mg/vial lyophilized powder) Bendamustine hydrochloride for injection, USP for intravenous use is supplied as sterile non-pyrogenic white to off-white lyophilized powder in single-dose vial. Each 25 mg vial contains 25 mg of bendamustine hydrochloride, USP and 42.5 mg of mannitol, USP. Each 100 mg vial contains 100 mg of bendamustine hydrochloride, USP and 170 mg of mannitol, USP. The pH of the reconstituted solution is 2.5 to 3.5.. Chemical Structure.

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION.

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION. Bendamustine hydrochloride for injection is available as lyophilized powder. (2)For CLL:100 mg/m2 infused intravenously over 30 minutes on Days and of 28--day cycle, up to cycles (2.2)For NHL:120 mg/m2 infused intravenously over 60 minutes on Days and of 21--day cycle, up to cycles (2.3). 100 mg/m2 infused intravenously over 30 minutes on Days and of 28--day cycle, up to cycles (2.2). 120 mg/m2 infused intravenously over 60 minutes on Days and of 21--day cycle, up to cycles (2.3). 2.1 Selection of Bendamustine Hydrochloride for Injection Formulation to Administer. Bendamustine hydrochloride is available in two formulations, solution (bendamustine hydrochloride injection) and lyophilized powder (bendamustine hydrochloride for injection). Bendamustine hydrochloride injection and the reconstituted bendamustine hydrochloride for injection have different concentrations of bendamustine hydrochloride. The concentration of bendamustine hydrochloride in the solution is 90 mg/mL and the concentration of bendamustine hydrochloride in the reconstituted solution of lyophilized powder is mg/mL. Do not mix or combine the two formulations. If closed system transfer device (CSTD) or adapter that contains polycarbonate or acrylonitrilebutadiene-styrene (ABS) is used as supplemental protection prior to dilution1, only use bendamustine hydrochloride for injection, the lyophilized powder formulation [see How Supplied/Storage and Handling (16)]. 2.2 Dosing Instructions for CLL. Recommended Dosage: The recommended dose is 100 mg/m2 administered intravenously over 30 minutes on Days and of 28-day cycle, up to cycles. Dose Delays, Dose Modifications and Reinitiation of Therapy for CLL: Delay bendamustine hydrochloride for injection administration in the event of Grade hematologic toxicity or clinically significant >= Grade non-hematologic toxicity. Once non-hematologic toxicity has recovered to less than or equal to Grade and/or the blood counts have improved [Absolute Neutrophil Count (ANC) >= x 109/L, platelets >= 75 109/L], reinitiate bendamustine hydrochloride for injection at the discretion of the treating physician. In addition, consider dose reduction. [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] Dose modifications for hematologic toxicity: for Grade or greater toxicity, reduce the dose to 50 mg/m2 on Days and of each cycle; if Grade or greater toxicity recurs, reduce the dose to 25 mg/m2 on Days and of each cycle. Dose modifications for non-hematologic toxicity: for clinically significant Grade or greater toxicity, reduce the dose to 50 mg/m2 on Days and of each cycle. Consider dose re-escalation in subsequent cycles at the discretion of the treating physician.. 2.3 Dosing Instructions for NHL. Recommended Dosage: The recommended dose is 120 mg/m2 administered intravenously over 60 minutes on Days and of 21-day cycle, up to cycles. Dose Delays, Dose Modifications and Reinitiation of Therapy for NHL: Delay bendamustine hydrochloride for injection administration in the event of Grade hematologic toxicity or clinically significant greater than or equal to Grade non-hematologic toxicity. Once non-hematologic toxicity has recovered to <= Grade and/or the blood counts have improved [Absolute Neutrophil Count (ANC) >= x 109/L, platelets >= 75 109/L], reinitiate bendamustine hydrochloride for injection at the discretion of the treating physician. In addition, consider dose reduction. [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] Dose modifications for hematologic toxicity: for Grade toxicity, reduce the dose to 90 mg/m2 on Days and of each cycle; if Grade toxicity recurs, reduce the dose to 60 mg/m2 on Days and of each cycle. Dose modifications for non-hematologic toxicity: for Grade or greater toxicity, reduce the dose to 90 mg/m2 on Days and of each cycle; if Grade or greater toxicity recurs, reduce the dose to 60 mg/m2 on Days and of each cycle.. 2.4 Preparation for Intravenous Administration. Bendamustine hydrochloride for injection is hazardous drug. Follow applicable special handling and disposal procedures.1 Bendamustine hydrochloride for injection (25 mg/vial or 100 mg/vial lyophilized powder) If closed system transfer device or adapter that contains polycarbonate or ABS is to be used as supplemental protection during preparation1, only use bendamustine hydrochloride for injection, the lyophilized formulation. Each vial of bendamustine hydrochloride for injection is intended for single-dose only.Aseptically reconstitute each bendamustine hydrochloride for injection vial as follows:25 mg bendamustine hydrochloride for injection vial: Add mL of only Sterile Water for Injection, USP.100 mg bendamustine hydrochloride for injection vial: Add 20 mL of only Sterile Water for Injection, USP. Shake well to yield clear, colorless to pale yellow solution with bendamustine HCl concentration of mg/mL. The lyophilized powder should completely dissolve in minutes. The reconstituted solution must be transferred to the infusion bag within 30 minutes of reconstitution. If particulate matter is observed, the reconstituted product should not be used.Aseptically withdraw the volume needed for the required dose (based on mg/mL concentration) and immediately transfer to 500 mL infusion bag of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP (normal saline). As an alternative to 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP (normal saline), 500 mL infusion bag of 2.5% Dextrose/0.45% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, may be considered. The resulting final concentration of bendamustine HCl in the infusion bag should be within 0.2 to 0.6 mg/mL. After transferring, thoroughly mix the contents of the infusion bag.Visually inspect the filled syringe and the prepared infusion bag to ensure the lack of visible particulate matter prior to administration. The admixture should be clear and colorless to slightly yellow solution.Use Sterile Water for Injection, USP, for reconstitution and then either 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, or 2.5% Dextrose/0.45% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, for dilution, as outlined above. No other diluents have been shown to be compatible. Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration whenever solution and container permit. Any unused solution should be discarded according to institutional procedures for antineoplastics.. Each vial of bendamustine hydrochloride for injection is intended for single-dose only.. Aseptically reconstitute each bendamustine hydrochloride for injection vial as follows:25 mg bendamustine hydrochloride for injection vial: Add mL of only Sterile Water for Injection, USP.100 mg bendamustine hydrochloride for injection vial: Add 20 mL of only Sterile Water for Injection, USP. 25 mg bendamustine hydrochloride for injection vial: Add mL of only Sterile Water for Injection, USP.. 100 mg bendamustine hydrochloride for injection vial: Add 20 mL of only Sterile Water for Injection, USP.. Shake well to yield clear, colorless to pale yellow solution with bendamustine HCl concentration of mg/mL. The lyophilized powder should completely dissolve in minutes. The reconstituted solution must be transferred to the infusion bag within 30 minutes of reconstitution. If particulate matter is observed, the reconstituted product should not be used.. Aseptically withdraw the volume needed for the required dose (based on mg/mL concentration) and immediately transfer to 500 mL infusion bag of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP (normal saline). As an alternative to 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP (normal saline), 500 mL infusion bag of 2.5% Dextrose/0.45% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, may be considered. The resulting final concentration of bendamustine HCl in the infusion bag should be within 0.2 to 0.6 mg/mL. After transferring, thoroughly mix the contents of the infusion bag.. Visually inspect the filled syringe and the prepared infusion bag to ensure the lack of visible particulate matter prior to administration. The admixture should be clear and colorless to slightly yellow solution.. 2.5 Admixture Stability. Bendamustine hydrochloride for injection contain no antimicrobial preservative. The admixture should be prepared as close as possible to the time of patient administration. Bendamustine hydrochloride for injection (25 mg/vial or 100 mg/vial lyophilized powder) Once diluted with either 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, or 2.5% Dextrose/0.45% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, the final admixture is stable for 24 hours stored under refrigerated conditions at 2C to 8C (36F to 46F) or for hours when stored at room temperature (15C to 30C or 59F to 86F) and room light. Administration of reconstituted and diluted bendamustine hydrochloride for injection must be completed within this period.

DOSAGE FORMS & STRENGTHS SECTION.

3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS. Bendamustine hydrochloride for injection, USP 25 mg or 100 mg white to off-white lyophilized powder in single-dose vial for reconstitution.. 25 mg or 100 mg lyophilized powder in single-dose vial for reconstitution. (3).

DRUG INTERACTIONS SECTION.

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS. Consider alternative therapies that are not CYP1A2 inducers or inhibitors during treatment with bendamustine hydrochloride. (7). 7.1 Effect of Other Drugs on Bendamustine Hydrochloride. CYP1A2 Inhibitors The coadministration of bendamustine hydrochloride with CYP1A2 inhibitors may increase bendamustine plasma concentrations and may result in increased incidence of adverse reactions with bendamustine hydrochloride [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Consider alternative therapies that are not CYP1A2 inhibitors during treatment with bendamustine hydrochloride. CYP1A2 Inducers The coadministration of bendamustine hydrochloride with CYP1A2 inducers may decrease bendamustine plasma concentrations and may result in decreased efficacy of bendamustine hydrochloride [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Consider alternative therapies that are not CYP1A2 inducers during treatment with bendamustine hydrochloride.

GERIATRIC USE SECTION.

8.5 Geriatric Use. No overall differences in safety were observed between patients >=65 years of age and younger patients. Efficacy was lower in patients 65 and over with CLL receiving bendamustine hydrochloride based upon an overall response rate of 47% for patients 65 and over and 70% for younger patients. Progression free survival was also longer in younger patients with CLL receiving bendamustine hydrochloride (19 months vs. 12 months). No overall differences in efficacy in patients with non-Hodgkin Lymphoma were observed between geriatric patients and younger patients.

HOW SUPPLIED SECTION.

16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING. Safe Handling and Disposal Bendamustine hydrochloride for injection, USP is hazardous drug. Follow applicable special handling and disposal procedures1. Care should be exercised in the handling and preparation of solutions prepared from bendamustine hydrochloride for injection, USP. The use of gloves and safety glasses is recommended to avoid exposure in case of breakage of the vial or other accidental spillage. If gloves come in contact with bendamustine hydrochloride for injection, USP prior to dilution, remove gloves and follow disposal procedures1. If solution of bendamustine hydrochloride for injection, USP contacts the skin, wash the skin immediately and thoroughly with soap and water. If bendamustine hydrochloride for injection, USP contacts the mucous membranes, flush thoroughly with water. How Supplied Bendamustine hydrochloride for injection, USP is supplied in individual cartons as follows:NDC 55150-391-01: 25 mg white to off-white lyophilized powder in 26 mL amber single-dose vialNDC 55150-392-01: 100 mg white to off-white lyophilized powder in 60 mL amber single-dose vialStorage Bendamustine hydrochloride for injection, USP may be stored up to 25C (77F) with excursions permitted up to 30C (86F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Retain in original package until time of use to protect from light. The vial stopper is not made with natural rubber latex.. NDC 55150-391-01: 25 mg white to off-white lyophilized powder in 26 mL amber single-dose vial. NDC 55150-392-01: 100 mg white to off-white lyophilized powder in 60 mL amber single-dose vial.

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION.

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE. Bendamustine hydrochloride for injection is an alkylating drug indicated for treatment of patients with:Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). Efficacy relative to first line therapies other than chlorambucil has not been established. (1.1)Indolent B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) that has progressed during or within six months of treatment with rituximab or rituximab-containing regimen. (1.2). Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). Efficacy relative to first line therapies other than chlorambucil has not been established. (1.1). Indolent B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) that has progressed during or within six months of treatment with rituximab or rituximab-containing regimen. (1.2). 1.1 Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL). Bendamustine hydrochloride for injection is indicated for the treatment of patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia. Efficacy relative to first line therapies other than chlorambucil has not been established.. 1.2 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL). Bendamustine hydrochloride for injection is indicated for the treatment of patients with indolent B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma that has progressed during or within six months of treatment with rituximab or rituximab-containing regimen.

INFORMATION FOR PATIENTS SECTION.

17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION. Allergic (Hypersensitivity) Reactions Inform patients of the possibility of mild or serious allergic reactions and to immediately report rash, facial swelling, or difficulty breathing during or soon after infusion [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)].Myelosuppression Inform patients of the likelihood that bendamustine hydrochloride will cause decrease in white blood cells, platelets, and red blood cells, and the need for frequent monitoring of blood counts. Advise patients to report shortness of breath, significant fatigue, bleeding, fever, or other signs of infection [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]. Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy (PML) Inform patients to immediately contact their healthcare provider if they experience confusion, memory loss, trouble thinking, difficulty talking or walking, vision loss or other neurological or cognitive symptoms [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)]. Hepatotoxicity Inform patients of the possibility of developing liver function abnormalities and serious hepatic toxicity. Advise patients to immediately contact their health care provider if signs of liver failure occur, including jaundice, anorexia, bleeding or bruising [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7)]. Fatigue Advise patients that bendamustine hydrochloride may cause tiredness and to avoid driving any vehicle or operating any dangerous tools or machinery if they experience this side effect [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)]. Nausea and Vomiting Advise patients that bendamustine hydrochloride may cause nausea and/or vomiting. Patients should report nausea and vomiting so that symptomatic treatment may be provided [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)]. Diarrhea Advise patients that bendamustine hydrochloride may cause diarrhea. Patients should report diarrhea to the physician so that symptomatic treatment may be provided [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)]. Rash Advise patients that rash or itching may occur during treatment with bendamustine hydrochloride. Advise patients to immediately report severe or worsening rash or itching [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6)]. Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer (NMSC) Advise patients to undergo regular skin cancer screenings, and to report any suspicious skin changes to their healthcare provider [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8)]. Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Advise pregnant women and females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to fetus. Advise females to inform their healthcare provider of known or suspected pregnancy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10), Use in Specific Populations (8.1, 8.3), and Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1)]. Advise female patients of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with bendamustine hydrochloride and for months after the last dose [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1, 8.3)]. Advise males with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with bendamustine hydrochloride and for months after the last dose [see Use in Specific Populations (8.3), and Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1)]. Lactation Advise females not to breastfeed during treatment with bendamustine hydrochloride and for week after the last dose [see Use in Specific Populations (8.2)]. Infertility Advise males of reproductive potential that bendamustine hydrochloride may impair fertility [see Use in Specific Populations (8.3)]. Distributed By: Eugia US LLC 279 Princeton-Hightstown Rd. E. Windsor, NJ 08520 Manufactured by: Eugia Pharma Specialities Limited Hyderabad 500032 India.

LABOR & DELIVERY SECTION.

8.2 Lactation. Risk Summary There are no data on the presence of bendamustine hydrochloride or its metabolites in either human or animal milk, the effects on the breastfed child, or the effects on milk production. Because of the potential for serious adverse reactions in the breastfed child, advise patients that breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with bendamustine hydrochloride, and for week after the last dose.

MECHANISM OF ACTION SECTION.

12.1 Mechanism of Action. Bendamustine is bifunctional mechlorethamine derivative containing purine-like benzimidazole ring. Mechlorethamine and its derivatives form electrophilic alkyl groups. These groups form covalent bonds with electron-rich nucleophilic moieties, resulting in interstrand DNA crosslinks. The bifunctional covalent linkage can lead to cell death via several pathways. Bendamustine is active against both quiescent and dividing cells. The exact mechanism of action of bendamustine remains unknown.

NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY SECTION.

13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY. 13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility. Bendamustine was carcinogenic in mice. After intraperitoneal injections at 37.5 mg/m2/day (the lowest dose tested, approximately 0.3 times the maximum recommended human dose [MRHD])) and 75 mg/m2/day (approximately 0.6 times the MRHD) for days, peritoneal sarcomas in female AB/Jena mice were produced. Oral administration at 187.5 mg/m2/day (the only dose tested, approximately 1.6 times the MRHD) for days induced mammary carcinomas and pulmonary adenomas. Bendamustine is mutagen and clastogen. In bacterial reverse mutation assay (Ames assay), bendamustine was shown to increase revertant frequency in the absence and presence of metabolic activation. Bendamustine was clastogenic in human lymphocytes in vitro, and in rat bone marrow cells in vivo (increase in micronucleated polychromatic erythrocytes) from 37.5 mg/m2 (the lowest dose tested, approximately 0.3 times the MRHD). Bendamustine induced morphologic abnormalities in spermatozoa in mice. Following tail vein injection of bendamustine at 120 mg/m2 or saline control on days and for total of weeks, the number of spermatozoa with morphologic abnormalities was 16% higher in the bendamustine-treated group as compared to the saline control group.

NURSING MOTHERS SECTION.

8.3 Females and Males of Reproductive Potential. Bendamustine hydrochloride can cause fetal harm when administered to pregnant woman [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1)]. Pregnancy Testing Pregnancy testing is recommended for females of reproductive potential prior to initiation of treatment with bendamustine hydrochloride. Contraception Females Bendamustine hydrochloride can cause embryo-fetal harm when administered to pregnant women [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1)]. Advise female patients of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with bendamustine hydrochloride and for months after the last dose. Males Based on genotoxicity findings, advise males with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with bendamustine hydrochloride and for months after the last dose [see Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1)]. Infertility Males Based on findings from clinical studies, bendamustine hydrochloride may impair male fertility. Impaired spermatogenesis, azoospermia, and total germinal aplasia have been reported in male patients treated with alkylating agents, especially in combination with other drugs. In some instances spermatogenesis may return in patients in remission, but this may occur only several years after intensive chemotherapy has been discontinued. Patients should be warned of the potential risk to their reproductive capacities. Based on findings from animal studies, bendamustine hydrochloride may impair male fertility due to an increase in morphologically abnormal spermatozoa. The long-term effects of bendamustine hydrochloride on male fertility, including the reversibility of adverse effects, have not been studied [see Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1)].

OVERDOSAGE SECTION.

10 OVERDOSAGE. The intravenous LD50 of bendamustine HCl is 240 mg/m2 in the mouse and rat. Toxicities included sedation, tremor, ataxia, convulsions and respiratory distress. Across all clinical experience, the reported maximum single dose received was 280 mg/m2. Three of four patients treated at this dose showed ECG changes considered dose-limiting at and 21 days post-dosing. These changes included QT prolongation (one patient), sinus tachycardia (one patient), ST and wave deviations (two patients) and left anterior fascicular block (one patient). Cardiac enzymes and ejection fractions remained normal in all patients. No specific antidote for bendamustine hydrochloride overdose is known. Management of overdosage should include general supportive measures, including monitoring of hematologic parameters and ECGs.

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL.

PACKAGE LABEL-PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL-25 mg per vial Container Label. Rx only NDC 55150-391-01Bendamustine HCl for Injection, USP 25 mg per Vial For Intravenous Infusion Only Reconstitution and Dilution Required (see insert) Cytotoxic Agent Sterile Single-Dose Vial. PACKAGE LABEL-PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL-25 mg per vial Container Label.

PEDIATRIC USE SECTION.

8.4 Pediatric Use. Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established. Safety, pharmacokinetics and efficacy were assessed in single open-label trial (NCT01088984) in patients aged to 19 years with relapsed or refractory acute leukemia, including 27 patients with acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) and 16 patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Bendamustine hydrochloride was administered as an intravenous infusion over 60 minutes on Days and of each 21-day cycle. There was no treatment response (CR+ CRp) in any patient in the Phase portion of the trial at dose of 120 mg/m2. However, patients with ALL achieved CR at dose of 90 mg/m2 in the Phase portion of the study. The safety profile in these patients was consistent with that seen in adults, and no new safety signals were identified. The pharmacokinetics of bendamustine in 43 patients, aged to 19 years (median age of 10 years) were within range of values previously observed in adults given the same dose based on body surface area.

PHARMACODYNAMICS SECTION.

12.2 Pharmacodynamics. Based on the pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics analyses of data from adult NHL patients, nausea increased with increasing bendamustine Cmax. Cardiac Electrophysiology The effect of bendamustine on the QTc interval was evaluated in 53 patients with indolent NHL and mantle cell lymphoma on Day of Cycle after administration of rituximab at 375 mg/m2 intravenous infusion followed by 30--minute intravenous infusion of bendamustine at 90 mg/m2/day. No mean changes greater than 20 milliseconds were detected up to one hour post-infusion. The potential for delayed effects on the QT interval after one hour was not evaluated.

PHARMACOKINETICS SECTION.

12.3 Pharmacokinetics. Absorption Following single intravenous dose of bendamustine hydrochloride Cmax typically occurred at the end of infusion. The dose proportionality of bendamustine has not been studied. Distribution The protein binding of bendamustine ranged from 94 to 96% and was concentration independent from to 50 mcg/mL. The blood to plasma concentration ratios in human blood ranged from 0.84 to 0.86 over concentration range of 10 to 100 mcg/mL. The mean steady-state volume of distribution (Vss) of bendamustine was approximately 20 to 25 L. Elimination After single intravenous dose of 120 mg/m2 of bendamustine over hour, the intermediate half-life (t 1/2 of the parent compound is approximately 40 minutes. The mean terminal elimination 1/2 of two active metabolites, --hydroxybendamustine (M3) and desmethylbendamustine (M4) are approximately hours and 30 minutes, respectively. Bendamustine clearance in humans is approximately 700 mL/min. Metabolism Bendamustine is extensively metabolized via hydrolytic, oxidative, and conjugative pathways. Bendamustine is primarily metabolized via hydrolysis to monohydroxy (HP1) and dihydroxy-bendamustine (HP2) metabolites with low cytotoxic activity in vitro. Two active minor metabolites, M3 and M4, are primarily formed via CYP1A2 in vitro. M3 and M4 concentrations in plasma are 1/10th and 1/100th that of the parent compound, respectively. Excretion Following intravenous infusion of radiolabeled bendamustine hydrochloride in cancer patients, approximately 76% of the dose was recovered. Approximately 50% of the dose was recovered in the urine (3.3% unchanged) and approximately 25% of the dose was recovered in the feces. Less than 1% of the dose was recovered in the urine as M3 and M4, and less than 5% of the dose was recovered in the urine as HP2. Specific Populations No clinically meaningful effects on the pharmacokinetics of bendamustine were observed based on age (31 to 84 years), sex, mild to moderate renal impairment (CLcr >= 30 mL/min), or hepatic impairment with total bilirubin 1.5 ULN and AST or ALT 2.5 ULN. The effects of severe renal impairment (CLcr 30 mL/min), or hepatic impairment with total bilirubin 1.5 to x ULN and AST or ALT 2.5 to 10 ULN or total bilirubin 3 ULN on the pharmacokinetics of bendamustine is unknown. Race/Ethnicity Exposures in Japanese subjects (n=6) were 40% higher than that in non-Japanese subjects receiving the same dose. The clinical importance of this difference on the safety and efficacy of bendamustine hydrochloride in Japanese subjects has not been established. Drug Interaction Studies In Vitro Studies Effect of Bendamustine on CYP Substrates Bendamustine did not inhibit CYP1A2, 2C9/10, 2D6, 2E1, or 3A4/5. Bendamustine did not induce metabolism of CYP1A2, CYP2A6, CYP2B6, CYP2C8, CYP2C9, CYP2C19, CYP2E1, or CYP3A4/5. Effect of Transporters on Bendamustine Hydrochloride Bendamustine is substrate of P-glycoprotein and breast cancer resistance protein (BCRP).

PREGNANCY SECTION.

8.1 Pregnancy. Risk Summary In animal reproduction studies, intraperitoneal administration of bendamustine to pregnant mice and rats during organogenesis at doses 0.6 to 1.8 times the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) resulted in embryo-fetal and/or infant mortality, structural abnormalities, and alterations to growth (see Data). There are no available data on bendamustine hydrochloride use in pregnant women to evaluate for drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to fetus. The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. All pregnancies have background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is to 4% and 15 to 20%, respectively. Data Animal data Bendamustine hydrochloride was intraperitoneally administered once to mice from 210 mg/m2 (approximately 1.8 times the MRHD) during organogenesis and caused an increase in resorptions, skeletal and visceral malformations (exencephaly, cleft palates, accessory rib, and spinal deformities), and decreased fetal body weights. This dose did not appear to be maternally toxic and lower doses were not evaluated. Repeat intraperitoneal administration of bendamustine hydrochloride to mice on gestation days to 11 resulted in an increase in resorptions from 75 mg/m2 (approximately 0.6 times the MRHD) and an increase in abnormalities from 112.5 mg/m2 (approximately 0.9 times the MRHD), similar to those seen after single intraperitoneal administration. Bendamustine hydrochloride was intraperitoneally administered once to rats from 120 mg/m2 (approximately the MRHD) on gestation days 4, 7, 9, 11, or 13 and caused embryo and fetal lethality as indicated by increased resorptions and decrease in live fetuses. significant increase in external (effect on tail, head, and herniation of external organs [exomphalos]) and internal (hydronephrosis and hydrocephalus) malformations were seen in dosed rats.

REFERENCES SECTION.

15 REFERENCES. 1. OSHA Hazardous Drugs. OSHA. http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/hazardousdrugs/index.html.

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION.

1.1 Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL). Bendamustine hydrochloride for injection is indicated for the treatment of patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia. Efficacy relative to first line therapies other than chlorambucil has not been established.

USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS SECTION.

8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS. Lactation: Advise not to breastfeed. (8.2)Infertility: May impair fertility. (8.3)Renal Impairment: Do not use in patients with creatinine clearance <30 mL/min. (8.6)Hepatic Impairment: Do not use in patients with total bilirubin 1.5 to x ULN and AST or ALT 2.5 to 10 ULN, or total bilirubin >3 ULN. (8.7). Lactation: Advise not to breastfeed. (8.2). Infertility: May impair fertility. (8.3). Renal Impairment: Do not use in patients with creatinine clearance <30 mL/min. (8.6). Hepatic Impairment: Do not use in patients with total bilirubin 1.5 to x ULN and AST or ALT 2.5 to 10 ULN, or total bilirubin >3 ULN. (8.7). 8.1 Pregnancy. Risk Summary In animal reproduction studies, intraperitoneal administration of bendamustine to pregnant mice and rats during organogenesis at doses 0.6 to 1.8 times the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) resulted in embryo-fetal and/or infant mortality, structural abnormalities, and alterations to growth (see Data). There are no available data on bendamustine hydrochloride use in pregnant women to evaluate for drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to fetus. The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. All pregnancies have background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is to 4% and 15 to 20%, respectively. Data Animal data Bendamustine hydrochloride was intraperitoneally administered once to mice from 210 mg/m2 (approximately 1.8 times the MRHD) during organogenesis and caused an increase in resorptions, skeletal and visceral malformations (exencephaly, cleft palates, accessory rib, and spinal deformities), and decreased fetal body weights. This dose did not appear to be maternally toxic and lower doses were not evaluated. Repeat intraperitoneal administration of bendamustine hydrochloride to mice on gestation days to 11 resulted in an increase in resorptions from 75 mg/m2 (approximately 0.6 times the MRHD) and an increase in abnormalities from 112.5 mg/m2 (approximately 0.9 times the MRHD), similar to those seen after single intraperitoneal administration. Bendamustine hydrochloride was intraperitoneally administered once to rats from 120 mg/m2 (approximately the MRHD) on gestation days 4, 7, 9, 11, or 13 and caused embryo and fetal lethality as indicated by increased resorptions and decrease in live fetuses. significant increase in external (effect on tail, head, and herniation of external organs [exomphalos]) and internal (hydronephrosis and hydrocephalus) malformations were seen in dosed rats.. 8.2 Lactation. Risk Summary There are no data on the presence of bendamustine hydrochloride or its metabolites in either human or animal milk, the effects on the breastfed child, or the effects on milk production. Because of the potential for serious adverse reactions in the breastfed child, advise patients that breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with bendamustine hydrochloride, and for week after the last dose.. 8.3 Females and Males of Reproductive Potential. Bendamustine hydrochloride can cause fetal harm when administered to pregnant woman [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1)]. Pregnancy Testing Pregnancy testing is recommended for females of reproductive potential prior to initiation of treatment with bendamustine hydrochloride. Contraception Females Bendamustine hydrochloride can cause embryo-fetal harm when administered to pregnant women [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1)]. Advise female patients of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with bendamustine hydrochloride and for months after the last dose. Males Based on genotoxicity findings, advise males with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with bendamustine hydrochloride and for months after the last dose [see Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1)]. Infertility Males Based on findings from clinical studies, bendamustine hydrochloride may impair male fertility. Impaired spermatogenesis, azoospermia, and total germinal aplasia have been reported in male patients treated with alkylating agents, especially in combination with other drugs. In some instances spermatogenesis may return in patients in remission, but this may occur only several years after intensive chemotherapy has been discontinued. Patients should be warned of the potential risk to their reproductive capacities. Based on findings from animal studies, bendamustine hydrochloride may impair male fertility due to an increase in morphologically abnormal spermatozoa. The long-term effects of bendamustine hydrochloride on male fertility, including the reversibility of adverse effects, have not been studied [see Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1)]. 8.4 Pediatric Use. Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established. Safety, pharmacokinetics and efficacy were assessed in single open-label trial (NCT01088984) in patients aged to 19 years with relapsed or refractory acute leukemia, including 27 patients with acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) and 16 patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Bendamustine hydrochloride was administered as an intravenous infusion over 60 minutes on Days and of each 21-day cycle. There was no treatment response (CR+ CRp) in any patient in the Phase portion of the trial at dose of 120 mg/m2. However, patients with ALL achieved CR at dose of 90 mg/m2 in the Phase portion of the study. The safety profile in these patients was consistent with that seen in adults, and no new safety signals were identified. The pharmacokinetics of bendamustine in 43 patients, aged to 19 years (median age of 10 years) were within range of values previously observed in adults given the same dose based on body surface area.. 8.5 Geriatric Use. No overall differences in safety were observed between patients >=65 years of age and younger patients. Efficacy was lower in patients 65 and over with CLL receiving bendamustine hydrochloride based upon an overall response rate of 47% for patients 65 and over and 70% for younger patients. Progression free survival was also longer in younger patients with CLL receiving bendamustine hydrochloride (19 months vs. 12 months). No overall differences in efficacy in patients with non-Hodgkin Lymphoma were observed between geriatric patients and younger patients.. 8.6 Renal Impairment. Do not use bendamustine hydrochloride in patients with creatinine clearance (CLcr) 30 mL/min. [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] 8.7 Hepatic Impairment. Do not use bendamustine hydrochloride in patients with AST or ALT 2.5 to 10 upper limit of normal (ULN) and total bilirubin 1.5 to x ULN, or total bilirubin 3 ULN [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS SECTION.

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS. Myelosuppression: Delay or reduce dose and restart treatment based on ANC and platelet count recovery. (5.1) Infections: Monitor for fever and other signs of infection or reactivation of infections and treat promptly. (5.2)Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML): Monitor for new or worsening neurological, cognitive or behavioral signs or symptoms suggestive of PML. (5.3) Anaphylaxis and Infusion Reactions: Severe and anaphylactic reactions have occurred; monitor clinically and discontinue drug for severe reactions. Pre-medicate in subsequent cycles for milder reactions. (5.4) Tumor Lysis Syndrome: May lead to acute renal failure and death; anticipate and use supportive measures in patients at high risk. (5.5) Skin Reactions: Discontinue for severe skin reactions. Cases of SJS, DRESS and TEN, some fatal, have been reported. (5.6) Hepatotoxicity: Monitor liver chemistry tests prior to and during treatment. (5.7) Other Malignancies: Pre-malignant and malignant diseases have been reported. (5.8) Extravasation Injury: Take precautions to avoid extravasation, including monitoring intravenous infusion site during and after administration. (5.9) Embryo-Fetal Toxicity: Can cause fetal harm. Advise females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to fetus and to use an effective method of contraception. (5.10, 8.1, 8.3). Myelosuppression: Delay or reduce dose and restart treatment based on ANC and platelet count recovery. (5.1). Infections: Monitor for fever and other signs of infection or reactivation of infections and treat promptly. (5.2). Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML): Monitor for new or worsening neurological, cognitive or behavioral signs or symptoms suggestive of PML. (5.3). Anaphylaxis and Infusion Reactions: Severe and anaphylactic reactions have occurred; monitor clinically and discontinue drug for severe reactions. Pre-medicate in subsequent cycles for milder reactions. (5.4). Tumor Lysis Syndrome: May lead to acute renal failure and death; anticipate and use supportive measures in patients at high risk. (5.5). Skin Reactions: Discontinue for severe skin reactions. Cases of SJS, DRESS and TEN, some fatal, have been reported. (5.6). Hepatotoxicity: Monitor liver chemistry tests prior to and during treatment. (5.7). Other Malignancies: Pre-malignant and malignant diseases have been reported. (5.8). Extravasation Injury: Take precautions to avoid extravasation, including monitoring intravenous infusion site during and after administration. (5.9). Embryo-Fetal Toxicity: Can cause fetal harm. Advise females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to fetus and to use an effective method of contraception. (5.10, 8.1, 8.3). 5.1 Myelosuppression. Bendamustine hydrochloride caused severe myelosuppression (Grade to 4) in 98% of patients in the two NHL studies [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)]. Three patients (2%) died from myelosuppression-related adverse reactions; one each from neutropenic sepsis, diffuse alveolar hemorrhage with Grade thrombocytopenia, and pneumonia from an opportunistic infection (CMV). Monitor complete blood counts, including leukocytes, platelets, hemoglobin (Hgb), and neutrophils frequently. In the clinical trials, blood counts were monitored every week initially. Hematologic nadirs were observed predominantly in the third week of therapy. Myelosuppression may require dose delays and/or subsequent dose reductions if recovery to the recommended values has not occurred by the first day of the next scheduled cycle. Prior to the initiation of the next cycle of therapy, the ANC should be >= x 109/L and the platelet count should be >= 75 109/L. [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) and (2.3) . 5.2 Infections. Infection, including pneumonia, sepsis, septic shock, hepatitis and death has occurred in adult and pediatric patients in clinical trials and in postmarketing reports [see Adverse Reactions (6.1, 6.2)]. Patients with myelosuppression following treatment with bendamustine hydrochloride are more susceptible to infections. Advise patients with myelosuppression following bendamustine hydrochloride treatment to contact physician if they have symptoms or signs of infection. Patients treated with bendamustine hydrochloride are at risk for reactivation of infections including (but not limited to) hepatitis B, cytomegalovirus, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, and herpes zoster. Patients should undergo appropriate measures (including clinical and laboratory monitoring, prophylaxis, and treatment) for infection and infection reactivation prior to administration.. 5.3 Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy (PML). Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), including fatal cases, have occurred following treatment with bendamustine, primarily in combination with rituximab or obinutuzumab [see Adverse Reactions (6.2)]. Consider PML in the differential diagnosis in patients with new or worsening neurological, cognitive or behavioral signs or symptoms. If PML is suspected, withhold bendamustine hydrochloride treatment and perform appropriate diagnostic evaluations. Consider discontinuation or reduction of any concomitant chemotherapy or immunosuppressive therapy in patients who develop PML.. 5.4 Anaphylaxis and Infusion Reactions. Infusion reactions to bendamustine hydrochloride have occurred commonly in clinical trials [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)]. Symptoms include fever, chills, pruritus and rash. In rare instances severe anaphylactic and anaphylactoid reactions have occurred, particularly in the second and subsequent cycles of therapy. Monitor clinically and discontinue drug for severe reactions. Ask patients about symptoms suggestive of infusion reactions after their first cycle of therapy. Patients who experience Grade or worse allergic-type reactions should not be rechallenged. Consider measures to prevent severe reactions, including antihistamines, antipyretics and corticosteroids in subsequent cycles in patients who have experienced Grade or infusion reactions. Discontinue bendamustine hydrochloride for patients with Grade infusion reactions. Consider discontinuation for Grade infusions reactions as clinically appropriate considering individual benefits, risks, and supportive care.. 5.5 Tumor Lysis Syndrome. Tumor lysis syndrome associated with bendamustine hydrochloride treatment has occurred in patients in clinical trials and in postmarketing reports [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)]. The onset tends to be within the first treatment cycle of bendamustine hydrochloride and, without intervention, may lead to acute renal failure and death. Preventive measures include vigorous hydration and close monitoring of blood chemistry, particularly potassium and uric acid levels. Allopurinol has also been used during the beginning of bendamustine hydrochloride therapy. However, there may be an increased risk of severe skin toxicity when bendamustine hydrochloride and allopurinol are administered concomitantly [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6)] .. 5.6 Skin Reactions. Fatal and serious skin reactions have been reported with bendamustine hydrochloride treatment in clinical trials and postmarketing safety reports, including toxic skin reactions [Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS), toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), and drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS)], bullous exanthema, and rash [see Adverse Reactions (6.1, 6.2)]. Events occurred when bendamustine hydrochloride was given as single agent and in combination with other anticancer agents or allopurinol. Where skin reactions occur, they may be progressive and increase in severity with further treatment. Monitor patients with skin reactions closely. If skin reactions are severe or progressive, withhold or discontinue bendamustine hydrochloride.. 5.7 Hepatotoxicity. Fatal and serious cases of liver injury have been reported with bendamustine hydrochloride [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)]. Combination therapy, progressive disease or reactivation of hepatitis were confounding factors in some patients [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]. Most cases were reported within the first three months of starting therapy. Monitor liver chemistry tests prior to and during bendamustine therapy.. 5.8 Other Malignancies. There are reports of pre-malignant and malignant diseases that have developed in patients who have been treated with bendamustine hydrochloride, including myelodysplastic syndrome, myeloproliferative disorders, acute myeloid leukemia, bronchial carcinoma, and non-melanoma skin cancer, including basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma [see Adverse Reactions (6.2)]. Monitor patients for the development of secondary malignancies. Perform dermatologic evaluations during and after treatment with bendamustine hydrochloride.. 5.9 Extravasation Injury. Bendamustine hydrochloride extravasations have been reported in postmarketing resulting in hospitalizations from erythema, marked swelling, and pain [see Adverse Reactions (6.2)]. Assure good venous access prior to starting bendamustine hydrochloride infusion and monitor the intravenous infusion site for redness, swelling, pain, infection, and necrosis during and after administration of bendamustine hydrochloride.. 5.10 Embryo-Fetal Toxicity. Based on findings from animal reproduction studies and the drugs mechanism of action, bendamustine hydrochloride can cause fetal harm when administered to pregnant woman. Single intraperitoneal doses of bendamustine (that approximated the maximum recommended human dose based on body surface area) to pregnant mice and rats during organogenesis caused adverse developmental outcomes, including an increase in resorptions, skeletal and visceral malformations, and decreased fetal body weights. Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to fetus. Advise females of reproductive potential to use an effective method of contraception during treatment with bendamustine hydrochloride and for months after the last dose. Advise males with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with bendamustine hydrochloride and for months after the last dose [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1, 8.3) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.1)].