Trikafta
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Elexacaftor (previously VX-445) is a small molecule, next-generation corrector of the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) protein. It received FDA approval in October 2019 in combination with tezacaftor and ivacaftor as the combination product Trikafta TM Elexacaftor is considered a next-generation CFTR corrector as it possesses both a different structure and mechanism as compared to first generation correctors like tezacaftor. While dual corrector/potentiator combination therapy has proven useful in the treatment of a subset of CF patients, their use is typically limited to patients who are homozygous for the F508del-CFTR gene. Elexacaftor, along with VX-659, was designed to fill the need for an efficacious CF therapy for patients who are heterozygous for F508del-CFTR and a gene that does not produce protein or produces proteins unresponsive to ivacaftor or tezacaftor. The triple combination product Trikafta TM-90% of all CF patients.
As a CFTR corrector, elexacaftor works to increase the amount of mature CFTR proteins present on the surface of cells. When used in combination with CFTR potentiators, which enhance the function of cell-surface CFTR proteins, drugs like elexacaftor help to improve a variety of multi-organ cystic fibrosis symptoms, including lung function, nutritional status, and overall quality of life. TrikaftaTM
Tezacaftor is a drug of the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) potentiator class. It was developed by Vertex Pharmaceuticals and FDA approved in combination with ivacaftor to manage cystic fibrosis. This drug was approved by the FDA on February 12, 2018.
Cystic Fibrosis is an autosomal recessive disorder caused by one of several different mutations in the gene for the Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator (CFTR) protein, an ion channel involved in the transport of chloride and sodium ions across cell membranes. CFTR is active in epithelial cells of organs such as of the lungs, pancreas, liver, digestive system, and reproductive tract. Alterations in the CFTR gene result in altered production, misfolding, or function of the protein and consequently abnormal fluid and ion transport across cell membranes. As a result, CF patients produce thick, sticky mucus that clogs the ducts of organs where it is produced making patients more susceptible to complications such as infections, lung damage, pancreatic insufficiency, and malnutrition.
Clinical studies have shown a significant decrease in sweat chloride and an increase in the forced expiratory volume (FEV), a measure of lung function, following Tevacaftor/Ivacaftor therapy. Phase 3 clinical studies have shown that a significant increase in forced expiratory volume was attained at 4 and 8 weeks after initiating this drug. The above effects lead to improvement of the respiratory symptoms of cystic fibrosis. Tezacaftor does not induce clinically significant QT prolongation. When given with ivacaftor, tezacaftor can lead to liver transaminase elevations. Testing of transaminases (ALT and AST) levels should occur before starting this combination every 3 months during the first year of treatment, and every year afterwards. Patients with a history of transaminase elevations should be monitored more frequently.
| Trade Name | Trikafta |
| Generic | elexacaftor + tezacaftor + ivacaftor; ivacaftor |
| Weight | 100mg + 75mg + 50mgivacaftor150mg, |
| Type | Oral tablet |
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| Manufacturer | |
| Available Country | Australia, United States |
| Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
Elexacaftor is a small molecule CFTR corrector used in combination with tezacaftor and ivacaftor for the treatment of cystic fibrosis patients with one F508del-CFTR mutation.
Elexacaftor, in combination with ivacaftor and tezacaftor as the combination product TrikaftaTM, is indicated for the treatment of cystic fibrosis (CF) in patients 12 years of age and older who have at least one F508del mutation in the CTFR gene.
Tezacaftor is a medication used to treat homozygous or heterozygous F508del mutation cystic fibrosis.
Tezacaftor is combined with ivacaftor in one product for the treatment of cystic fibrosis (CF) in patients aged 12 years or older with two copies of the F508del gene mutation or at least one mutation in the CFTR gene that is responsive to this drug.
Tezacaftor, when used in combination with ivacaftor and elexacaftor in the product Trikafta, is also indicated for the treatment of CF in patients 12 years of age and older that have at least one F508del mutation in the CFTR gene.
Trikafta is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Cystic Fibrosis (CF)Cystic Fibrosis (CF)
How Trikafta works
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is the result of a mutation in the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) gene. The CFTR proteins produced by this gene are transmembrane ion channels that move sodium and chloride across cell membranes - water follows the flow of chloride ions to the cell surface, which consequently helps to hydrate the surface of the cell and thin the secretions (i.e. mucous) around the cell. Mutations in the CFTR gene produce CFTR proteins of insufficient quantity and/or function, leading to defective ion transport and a build-up of thick mucous throughout the body that causes multi-organ disease involving the pulmonary, gastrointestinal, and pancreatic systems (amongst others). The most common CFTR mutation, the F508del mutation, is estimated to account for 70 to 90% of all CFTR mutations and results in severe processing and trafficking defects of the CFTR protein.
Elexacaftor is a CFTR corrector that modulates CFTR proteins to facilitate trafficking to the cell surface for incorporation into the cell membrane. The end result is an increase in the number of mature CFTR proteins present at the cell surface and, therefore, improved ion transport and CF symptomatology. Elexacaftor is used in combination with tezacaftor, another CFTR corrector with a different mechanism of action, and ivacaftor, a CFTR potentiator that improves the function of CFTR proteins on the cell surface - this multi-faceted, triple-drug approach confers a synergistic effect beyond that seen in typical corrector/potentiator dual therapy regimens.
The transport of charged ions across cell membranes is normally achieved through the actions of the cystic fibrosis transmembrane regulator (CFTR) protein. This protein acts as a channel and allows for the passage of chloride and sodium. This process affects the movement of water in and out of the tissues and impacts the production of mucus that lubricates and protects certain organs and body tissues, including the lungs. In the F508del mutation of the CFTR gene, one amino acid is deleted at the position 508, therefore, the CFTR channel function is compromised, resulting in thickened mucus secretions. CFTR correctors such as tezacaftor aim to repair F508del cellular misprocessing. This is done by modulating the position of the CFTR protein on the cell surface to the correct position, allowing for adequate ion channel formation and increased in water and salt movement through the cell membrane. The concomitant use of ivacaftor is intended to maintain an open channel, increasing the transport of chloride, reducing thick mucus production.
Toxicity
As elexacaftor is currently only available in the combination product TrikaftaTM (ivacaftor/tezacaftor/elexacaftor), data regarding overdose of elexacaftor on its own is unavailable. Treatment of TrikaftaTM The LD50 of an oral dose in rats is >2000 mg/kg. Overdose symptoms may include dizziness and diarrhea. There have been no reports to this date of tezacaftor overdose, but the highest dose of 450 mg every 12 hours commonly resulted in reports of dizziness and diarrhea. No antidote exists for treating an overdose with this drug. General supportive measures should be undertaken along with monitoring of vital signs and close monitoring of clinical status.
Volume of Distribution
The apparent volume of distribution of elexacaftor is 53.7 L.
The apparent volume of distribution of tezacaftor was 271 L in a study of patients in the fed state who received 100 mg of tezacaftor every 12 hours.
Elimination Route
The absolute oral bioavailability of elexacaftor is approximately 80%. The steady-state AUC0-24h and Cmax following once daily dosing with elexacaftor 200mg are 162 mcg∙h/mL and 8.7 mcg/mL, respectively, and the median Tmax is 6 hours. The AUC of elexacaftor is increased 1.9-2.5-fold following a moderate-fat meal - for this reason, it is recommended to give TrikaftaTM
The Cmax, Tmax and AUC of tezacaftor, when administered with ivacaftor, are 5.95 mcg/ml, 2-6 h, and 84.5 mcg.h/ml respectively. Exposure of tezacaftor/ivacaftor increases 3-fold when it is administered with a high-fat meal.
Half Life
The mean terminal half-life of elexacaftor is approximately 24.7 hours.
The apparent half-life of tezacaftor is approximately 57.2 hours.
Clearance
The mean apparent clearance of elexacaftor is 1.18 L/h.
The apparent clearance of tezacaftor has been measured at 1.31 L/h for patients in the fed state during a clinical trial.
Elimination Route
Approximately 87.3% of an administered radio-labeled dose of elexacaftor was found in the feces, mostly as metabolites, while only 0.23% of that same dose was found excreted in the urine.
After oral administration, the majority of tezacaftor dose (72%) is found excreted in the feces either unchanged or as its metabolite, M2. About 14% of the administered dose is found excreted in the urine as the metabolite, M2. It was noted that less than 1% of the administered dose is excreted unchanged in the urine and thus, renal excretion is not the major elimination pathway.
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