Efficacy
 demonstrated in
EXPLORER
and PATHFINDER
 clinical trials1

57% overall response rate
(95% CI: 42%, 70%)*
Proven efficacy and demonstrated duration of response1
38.3-month median duration of response (DOR) demonstrated in clinical trials (95% CI: 19, NE) DRIVEN PRIMARILY BY SM-AHN PATIENTS
EXPLORER and PATHFINDER were 2 multicenter, single-arm, open-label clinical trials evaluating the efficacy and safety of AYVAKIT® (avapritinib) for patients with Advanced SM.1

Efficacy was based on overall response rate (ORR) per modified IWG-MRT-ECNM criteria across all evaluable patients dosed up to 200 mg daily (N=53). In the subgroup of patients with MCL, the efficacy was based on complete remission (CR).

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53 patients were evaluable for a response, with a median follow-up of 11.6 months (95% CI: 9.9 to 16.3 months)1

Patients enrolled in EXPLORER received a starting dose of AYVAKIT ranging from 30 mg to 400 mg orally once daily. In PATHFINDER, patients were enrolled at the recommended starting dose of 200 mg orally once daily1†

*ORR per modified IWG-MRT-ECNM is defined as patients who achieved a CR, CRh, or PR.

†The recommended dosage for patients with Advanced SM is 200 mg orally once daily per the US Prescribing Information.

Response-evaluable patients: Confirmed diagnosis of Advanced SM per WHO criteria and deemed evaluable by modified IWG-MRT-ECNM criteria at baseline who received at least 1 dose of AYVAKIT, had at least 2 post-baseline bone marrow assessments, and were on study for at least 24 weeks, or had an end-of-study visit.

Median age67 years (37-85)
Gender58% male, 42% female
ECOG PS0-1: 68%
2-3: 32%
Ongoing corticosteroid use40%
Presence of KIT D816V mutation94% (as measured by ddPCR)
Prior antineoplastic therapy66%
Prior midostaurin47%
Advanced SM subtypesASM: 3.8% (n=2)
SM-AHN: 75.5% (n=40)
MCL: 20.7% (n=11)
Baseline platelet count ≥50 x 109/L91%
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Proven efficacy
across all subtypes
and regardless of prior antineoplastic therapy1,6

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57% overall response rate (95% CI: 42%, 70%)a

All subtypes: ASM, MCL, SM-AHN (N=53)

72% ORR was achieved with the addition of patients who had clinical improvementb

Median DOR of 38.3 months (95% CI: 38, NE)

  • Median time to response (n=30)6: 2.1 months
  • Median time to CR and CRh (n=15)6:
    9.2 months

CR+CRh: 28%
PR: 28%
Clinical improvement: 15%

aMedian duration of follow-up was 11.6 months (95% CI: 9.9 to 16.3 months).

bClinical improvement is defined as having a response duration of ≥12 weeks and fulfillment of 1 or more of the nonhematologic and/or hematologic response criteria.7

100% overall response rate

Aggressive systemic mastocytosis (ASM) (n=2)

  • 1/2 patients achieved CR/CRh
ORR was defined as patients who achieved a CR, CRh, or PR
45% overall response rate (95% CI: 17%, 77%)

Mast cell leukemia (MCL)
(n=11)

ORR was defined as patients who achieved a CR, CRh, or PR
58% overall response rate (95% CI: 41%, 73%)

Systemic mastocytosis with an associated hematological neoplasm (SM-AHN) (n=40)

ORR was defined as patients who achieved a CR, CRh, or PR

CI=confidence interval; CR=complete remission; CRh=complete remission with partial hematologic recovery; ddPCR=droplet digital polymerase chain reaction; DOR=duration of response; ECNM=European Competence Network on Mastocytosis; ECOG PS=Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group Performance Status; IWG-MRT=International Working Group-Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Research and Treatment; NE=not estimable; PR=partial remission; WHO=World Health Organization.

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INDICATION

INDICATION & IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

AYVAKIT® (avapritinib) is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with Advanced SM (AdvSM) including patients with aggressive systemic mastocytosis (ASM), systemic mastocytosis with an associated hematological neoplasm (SM-AHN), and mast cell leukemia (MCL).

Limitations of Use: AYVAKIT is not recommended for the treatment of patients with AdvSM with platelet counts of <50 x 109/L.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Intracranial Hemorrhage—Serious intracranial hemorrhage (ICH) may occur with AYVAKIT treatment; fatal events occurred in <1% of patients. Overall, ICH (eg, subdural hematoma, ICH, and cerebral hemorrhage) occurred in 2.9% of 749 patients who received AYVAKIT. In AdvSM patients who received AYVAKIT at 200 mg daily, ICH occurred in 2 of 75 patients (2.7%) who had platelet counts ≥50 x 109/L prior to initiation of therapy and in 3 of 80 patients (3.8%) regardless of platelet counts. Monitor patients closely for risk of ICH including those with thrombocytopenia, vascular aneurysm or a history of ICH or cerebrovascular accident within the prior year. Permanently discontinue AYVAKIT if ICH of any grade occurs. A platelet count must be performed prior to initiating therapy. AYVAKIT is not recommended in AdvSM patients with platelet counts <50 x 109/L. Following treatment initiation, platelet counts must be performed every 2 weeks for the first 8 weeks. After 8 weeks of treatment, monitor platelet counts every 2 weeks or as clinically indicated based on platelet counts. Manage platelet counts of <50 x 109/L by treatment interruption or dose reduction.

Cognitive Effects—Cognitive adverse reactions can occur in patients receiving AYVAKIT. Cognitive adverse reactions occurred in 39% of 749 patients and in 28% of 148 AdvSM patients (3% were Grade ≥3). Memory impairment occurred in 16% of patients; all events were Grade 1 or 2. Cognitive disorder occurred in 10% of patients; <1% of these events were Grade 3. Confusional state occurred in 6% of patients; <1% of these events were Grade 3. Other events occurred in <2% of patients. Depending on the severity, withhold AYVAKIT and then resume at same dose or at a reduced dose upon improvement, or permanently discontinue.

Photosensitivity—AYVAKIT may cause photosensitivity reactions. In all patients treated with AYVAKIT in clinical trials (n=803), photosensitivity reactions occurred in 2.5% of patients. Advise patients to limit direct ultraviolet exposure during treatment with AYVAKIT and for one week after discontinuation of treatment.

Embryo-Fetal Toxicity—AYVAKIT can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to a fetus. Advise females and males of reproductive potential to use an effective method of contraception during treatment with AYVAKIT and for 6 weeks after the final dose of AYVAKIT. Advise women not to breastfeed during treatment with AYVAKIT and for 2 weeks after the final dose.

Adverse Reactions—The most common adverse reactions (≥20%) were edema, diarrhea, nausea, and fatigue/asthenia.

Drug Interactions—Avoid coadministration of AYVAKIT with strong and moderate CYP3A inhibitors. If coadministration with a moderate CYP3A inhibitor cannot be avoided, reduce dose of AYVAKIT. Avoid coadministration of AYVAKIT with strong and moderate CYP3A inducers.

To report suspected adverse reactions, contact Blueprint Medicines Corporation at 1-888-258-7768 or the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

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INDICATION

AYVAKIT® (avapritinib) is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with Advanced SM (AdvSM) including patients with aggressive systemic mastocytosis (ASM), systemic mastocytosis with an associated hematological neoplasm (SM-AHN), and mast cell leukemia (MCL).

Limitations of Use: AYVAKIT is not recommended for the treatment of patients with AdvSM with platelet counts of <50 x 109/L.

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INDICATION

AYVAKIT® (avapritinib) is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with Advanced SM (AdvSM) including patients with aggressive systemic mastocytosis (ASM), systemic mastocytosis with an associated hematological neoplasm (SM-AHN), and mast cell leukemia (MCL).

Limitations of Use: AYVAKIT is not recommended for the treatment of patients with AdvSM with platelet counts of <50 x 109/L.