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RESULTS WITH PHESGO

Clinical trial results

The main study of PHESGO was a comparison of PHESGO vs IV PERJETA (pertuzumab) + Herceptin (trastuzumab).*

Who took part in this study?

  • 500 people with HER2+ early breast cancer

What was the goal of the study?

  • To see if the PHESGO injection works like the infusions of PERJETA and Herceptin
  • Everyone in the study also received chemotherapy as part of a complete treatment regimen

What was measured?

  • The amount of medicine in the bloodstream was measured
  • The study also looked at how safe PHESGO was and if it was effective

The combined results of the study showed that there were no major differences between PHESGO and IV PERJETA + Herceptin.

*Some patients in the trial were given Herceptin HYLECTA® (trastuzumab and hyaluronidase-oysk) injections instead of Herceptin infusions during treatment after surgery.

Get details about possible side effects here:

SIDE EFFECTS & TIPS

In another study, most people preferred PHESGO over PERJETA + Herceptin

Who took part in this study?

  • 160 people with HER2+ early breast cancer

What treatment did they get?

  • Before surgery, people were given IV PERJETA + Herceptin + chemotherapy
  • After surgery, some were given 3 cycles of IV PERJETA + Herceptin, then 3 cycles of PHESGO
  • Others were given PHESGO first, then IV PERJETA + Herceptin
  • Everyone completed a total of 18 cycles of treatment

What were they asked?

  • After 6 cycles, people were asked questions about which treatment they preferred

85% preferred PHESGO (n=136); 14% preferred IV PERJETA + Herceptin (n=22); 1% had no preference (n=2)

The most common reason people preferred PHESGO was because it took less time in the clinic

The most common reason people preferred IV PERJETA + Herceptin was because it felt more comfortable during administration

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Important Safety Information & Uses

What is PHESGO?

PHESGO is a prescription medicine approved for use in combination with chemotherapy for:

  • use prior to surgery (neoadjuvant treatment) in adults with HER2+, locally advanced, inflammatory, or early stage breast cancer (tumor is greater than 2 cm in diameter or node-positive). PHESGO should be used as part of a complete treatment regimen for early breast cancer.
  • use after surgery (adjuvant treatment) in adults with HER2+ early breast cancer that has a high likelihood of coming back.

PHESGO is also approved for use in combination with docetaxel in adults who have HER2+ breast cancer that has spread to different parts of the body (metastatic) and who have not received anti-HER2 therapy or chemotherapy for metastatic breast cancer.

What are the most serious side effects of PHESGO?

Heart

PHESGO may cause heart problems, including those without symptoms (such as reduced heart function) and those with symptoms (such as congestive heart failure).

  • The risk for and seriousness of these heart problems are highest in people who received both PHESGO and a certain type of chemotherapy (anthracycline)
  • Your doctor will check for signs of heart problems before, during, and after treatment with PHESGO. Based on test results, your doctor may hold or discontinue treatment with PHESGO
  • Contact a healthcare professional immediately for any of the following: new onset or worsening shortness of breath, cough, swelling of the ankles/legs, swelling of the face, palpitations, weight gain of more than 5 pounds in 24 hours, dizziness or loss of consciousness
Pregnancy

Receiving PHESGO during pregnancy can result in the death of an unborn baby and birth defects.

  • Birth control should be used while receiving PHESGO and for 7 months after your last dose of PHESGO. If you are a mother who is breastfeeding, you should talk with your doctor about either stopping breastfeeding or stopping PHESGO
  • If you think you may be pregnant, you should contact your healthcare provider immediately
  • If you are exposed to PHESGO during pregnancy, or become pregnant while receiving PHESGO or within 7 months following the last dose of PHESGO, you are encouraged to report PHESGO exposure to Genentech at 1-888-835-2555
Lung

PHESGO may cause serious lung problems.

  • Your doctor may check for signs of lung problems including:
    • Severe shortness of breath
    • Fluid in or around the lungs
    • Weakening of the valve between the heart and the lungs
    • Not enough oxygen in the body
    • Swelling of the lungs
    • Scarring of the lungs

Who should not receive PHESGO?

Forbidden
  • PHESGO should not be used in patients who are allergic to pertuzumab, trastuzumab, hyaluronidase, or to any of the ingredients in PHESGO

What are other possible serious side effects?

White blood cells
  • PHESGO may worsen low white blood cell counts caused by chemotherapy: Low white blood cell counts can be life threatening and were seen more often in patients receiving Herceptin® (trastuzumab) plus chemotherapy than in patients receiving chemotherapy alone. Your doctor may check for signs of low white blood cell counts when he or she examines you
Administration
  • PHESGO may cause administration-related reactions: PHESGO is given as an injection. The active ingredients in PHESGO have been associated with severe administration reactions, including hypersensitivity or anaphylaxis, which can be fatal. Talk to your doctor if you feel any symptoms. The most common symptoms include dizziness, nausea, chills, fever, vomiting, diarrhea, hives, swelling of the skin, breathing problems, or chest pain

What are the most common side effects?

Caution

The most common side effects of PHESGO when given with chemotherapy as part of an early breast cancer regimen are:

  • Hair Loss
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Low levels of red blood cells
  • Weakness

The most common side effects of PHESGO when given with docetaxel for treatment of breast cancer that has spread to other parts of the body (metastatic) are:

  • Diarrhea
  • Hair loss
  • Low levels of white blood cells with or without fever
  • Nausea
  • Feeling tired
  • Rash
  • Damage to the nerves (numbness, tingling, pain in hands/feet)

What should I know about side effects with PHESGO?

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  • Not all people have serious side effects; however, side effects with PHESGO therapy are common. It is important to know what side effects may happen and what symptoms you should watch for
  • Your doctor may stop treatment if serious side effects happen. Be sure to contact your healthcare team right away if you have questions or are worried about any side effects

You are encouraged to report side effects to Genentech and the FDA. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. You may also report side effects to Genentech at 1-888-835-2555.

Talk to a healthcare professional for more information about the benefits and risks of PHESGO. 

Please see full Prescribing Information for additional Important Safety Information, including most serious side effects.

If you cannot afford your medication, visit phesgo.com/financial-support for financial assistance information.