ALX Oncology Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Financial Results and Provides Clinical Development and Operational Highlights and Upcoming Milestones

On March 9, 2023 ALX Oncology Holdings Inc., ("ALX Oncology") (Nasdaq: ALXO), a clinical-stage immuno-oncology company developing therapies that block the CD47 checkpoint pathway, reported financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2022 and provided clinical development and operational highlights (Press release, ALX Oncology, MAR 9, 2023, View Source [SID1234628509]).

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"2022 was a productive year for us, with numerous clinical and corporate development accomplishments highlighted by the advancement of our lead program, evorpacept, for the treatment of multiple solid tumor indications and hematological malignancies. We also expanded evorpacept into new indications and combinations," said Dr Jaume Pons, Ph.D., Founder, President and Chief Executive Officer of ALX Oncology. "These included a Phase 1 trial in urothelial cancer ("UC") in combination with PADCEV, and a new investigational treatment arm in the I-SPY-P1 trial for the treatment of patients with unresectable or metastatic HER2-positive and HER2-low breast cancer in combination with ENHERTU in partnership with Quantum Leap Healthcare Collaborative."

Dr. Pons added, "2023 is expected to be an eventful year for ALX Oncology with the presentation of data from ASPEN-06, a randomized Phase 2 trial of evorpacept in combination with trastuzumab, ramucirumab and paclitaxel for the treatment of patients with HER2-positive gastric/gastroesophageal junction ("GEJ") cancer in the second half of 2023, and the presentation of dose optimization results from ASPEN-02, a Phase 1b clinical trial of evorpacept in combination with azacitidine in patients with myelodysplastic syndromes ("MDS") in the second half of 2023. Additionally, we are on track to file an Investigational New Drug ("IND") application in the first half of 2023, in collaboration with Tallac Therapeutics, for ALTA-002 that will further expand our clinical pipeline beyond evorpacept."

Anticipated Key Milestones in 2023

Presentation of data from a randomized Phase 2 trial of evorpacept in combination with trastuzumab, ramucirumab and paclitaxel for the treatment of patients with HER2-positive gastric/GEJ cancer (ASPEN-06) in the second half of 2023.
Presentation of dose optimization results of a Phase 1b clinical trial of evorpacept in combination with azacitidine in patients with MDS (ASPEN-02) in the second half of 2023.
Initiation of a Phase 1b dose optimization clinical trial of evorpacept in combination with azacitidine and venetoclax for the treatment of patients with relapsed or refractory ("r/r") or newly diagnosed ("ND") acute myeloid leukemia ("AML") (ASPEN-05) in the second half of 2023.
Filing an IND for ALTA-002, a SIRPα Toll-like receptor agonist antibody conjugate in collaboration with Tallac Therapeutics in the first half of 2023.
Expansion of the antibody-drug conjugate ("ADC") platform acquired from ScalmiBio to identify clinical development candidates by the second half of 2023.
Recent Clinical Developments for Evorpacept

First patient dosed in ASPEN-07 study evaluating evorpacept in combination with PADCEV (enfortumab vedotin-ejfv), an ADC, in patients with UC.
In February 2023, ALX Oncology announced the first patient was dosed in the Phase 1 ASPEN-07 study evaluating evorpacept in combination with enfortumab vedotin-ejfv, an ADC, in patients with UC. ASPEN-07 is a phase 1, open-label, multi-center study to evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of evorpacept in combination with enfortumab vedotin-ejfv in subjects with unresectable locally advanced or metastatic UC.
Presented initial clinical data from the Phase 1a dose escalation portion of the ASPEN-05 trial evaluating evorpacept in combination with azacitidine and venetoclax for the treatment of patients with r/r or ND AML at American Society of Hematology (ASH) (Free ASH Whitepaper) ("ASH").
In December 2022, ALX Oncology presented a poster presentation at ASH (Free ASH Whitepaper) showing that the combination of evorpacept with azacitidine and venetoclax is active and generally well tolerated. As of October 3, 2022, 14 patients with either r/r or ND AML have been treated with evorpacept in the Phase 1 dose escalation part of the study, administered at 20 mg/kg or 30 mg/kg once every 2 weeks or 60 mg/kg once every 4 weeks ("Q4W") together with standard dosing of azacitidine and venetoclax.
Evorpacept in combination with azacitidine and venetoclax was generally well tolerated (N=14) with no maximum tolerated dose identified and a maximum administered dose of 60 mg/kg Q4W. In 10 relapsed or refractory AML response-evaluable patients, including 8 that had progressed after prior venetoclax treatment, all experienced a reduction in bone marrow blasts, and 4 achieved a response. In 3 newly diagnosed AML response-evaluable patients, all 3 achieved a response, including 1 complete response ("CR"), 1 CR with incomplete hematologic recovery, and 1 morphologic leukemia free state.
Presented data from ASPEN-03 and ASPEN-04, the Company’s Phase 2 head and neck squamous cell carcinoma ("HNSCC") studies at Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer (SITC) (Free SITC Whitepaper) ("SITC").
In November 2022, ALX Oncology presented two Trials in Progress abstracts at SITC (Free SITC Whitepaper) related to ASPEN-03 and ASPEN-04. ALX Oncology continues to advance ASPEN-03 and ASPEN-04, which are two distinct randomized Phase 2 studies for the treatment of patients with advanced HNSCC in combination with pembrolizumab with or without chemotherapy. Patient enrollment for ASPEN-03 and ASPEN-04 continues as planned.
Recent Corporate Updates

In October 2022, ALX Oncology entered into a loan facility with Oxford Finance LLC and Silicon Valley Bank for up to $100 million of non-dilutive financing. Under the terms of the loan agreement, ALX Oncology drew $10 million of an initial $50 million tranche at closing, with the remaining $40 million available at its discretion through the end of 2023. ALX Oncology also has access up to an additional $50 million with $12.5 million available in each of two tranches based upon the achievement of milestones related to the development of evorpacept and one pre-clinical product candidate, and $25 million available at the Lenders’ discretion.
In November 2022, strengthened board of directors by adding an additional independent board member with significant operational and commercial leadership experience in the biopharmaceutical industry:
Scott Garland, currently strategic advisor and member of the board of directors at Pact Pharma and previously Chief Executive Officer of Portola Pharmaceuticals, has more than 30 years of biopharmaceutical industry knowledge and brings deep commercial and executive leadership experience.
Full Year and Fourth Quarter 2022 Financial Results:

Cash, Cash Equivalents and Investments: Cash, cash equivalents and investments as of December 31, 2022 were $282.9 million. ALX Oncology believes its cash, cash equivalents, investments and the ability to draw down up to an additional $40 million of its term loan are sufficient to fund planned operations through mid-2025.
Research and Development ("R&D") Expenses: R&D expenses consist primarily of pre-clinical, clinical and manufacturing expenses related to the development of the Company’s current lead product candidate, evorpacept, and R&D employee-related expenses. These expenses for the three months ended December 31, 2022 were $25.2 million, compared to $20.9 million for the prior-year period. R&D expenses for the year ended December 31, 2022 were $98.4 million, compared to $60.2 million for the prior-year period.
General and Administrative ("G&A") Expenses: G&A expenses consist primarily of administrative employee-related expenses, legal and other professional fees, patent filing and maintenance fees, and insurance. These expenses for the three months ended December 31, 2022 were $7.0 million, compared to $7.6 million for the prior-year period. G&A expenses for the year ended December 31, 2022 were $29.0 million, compared to $23.4 million for the prior-year period.
Net loss: GAAP net loss was $30.7 million for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2022, or $0.75 per basic and diluted share, as compared to a net loss of $28.4 million for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2021, or $0.70 per basic and diluted share. GAAP net loss for the year ended December 31, 2022 was $123.5 million, or $3.03 per basic and diluted share, as compared to $83.5 million, or $2.07 per basic and diluted share, for the year ended December 31, 2021. Non-GAAP net loss was $24.4 million for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2022, as compared to a net loss of $22.8 million for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2021. Non-GAAP net loss for the year ended December 31, 2022 was $99.6 million, as compared to $69.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2021. A reconciliation of GAAP to non-GAAP financial results can be found at the end of this news release.

AnHeart Therapeutics Announces Publication of Taletrectinib Global Phase 2 Clinical Trial (TRUST-II) Design in Future Oncology

On March 9, 2023 AnHeart Therapeutics, a clinical-stage global biopharmaceutical company committed to developing novel precision oncology therapeutics, reported the publication of clinical trial design of TRUST-II, a global Phase 2 clinical study of taletrectinib in ROS1-positive non-small cell lung cancer and other solid tumors, in the peer-reviewed medical journal, Future Oncology (Press release, AnHeart Therapeutics, MAR 9, 2023, View Source [SID1234628491]).

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The paper, "TRUST-II: A global phase II study of taletrectinib in ROS1-positive non-small cell lung cancer and other solid tumors," describes the rationale and design of TRUST-II, a global Phase 2 study of taletrectinib in patients with locally advanced/metastatic ROS1+ NSCLC and other ROS1+ solid tumors. The primary endpoint is objective response rate by IRC. Key secondary endpoints include duration of response, progression-free survival, overall survival, and safety. This trial is currently enrolling patients globally. The paper is published online and can be accessed at: www.futuremedicine.com/doi/10.2217/fon-2022-1059.

"Many patients develop resistance to first-generation inhibitors such as crizotinib within two years of treatment due to progression in the brain or emergence of secondary mutations such as G2032R," said Dr. Misako Nagasaka, lead author, a medical oncologist at the University of California Irvine. "There is a significant unmet medical need for a next-generation ROS1 inhibitor, such as taletrectinib, which is potent against secondary mutations and effectively treats brain metastases while maintaining a favorable safety profile."

"Taletrectinib, a novel next-generation ROS1 inhibitor, was designed specifically to improve efficacy and overcome resistance to first-generation ROS1 inhibitors, and address brain metastasis while conferring fewer neurological adverse events," said Lian Li, M.D., Ph.D., US Chief Medical Officer of AnHeart Therapeutics. "We look forward to advancing the TRUST-II study and bringing the potential effective therapy to patients across the globe who are in desperate need for novel therapies that have improved safety and efficacy. The publication in Future Oncology is critical for the medical community to learn about the rationale and details of the study design."

In another ongoing taletrectinib regional Phase 2 trial (TRUST-I, NCT04395677), the interim data showed an ORR of 92.5% (95% CI: 83.4-97.5) and 50.0% (95% CI: 33.4-66.6) in 67 ROS1 TKI-naïve patients and 38 ROS1 TKI-pretreated patients, respectively. Among the 5 patients with the ROS1 G2032R resistance mutation, 4 of them achieved partial response (PR) and 1 achieved stable disease (SD). In 12 patients with measurable baseline CNS metastases, the IC-ORR was 91.7% (95% CI: 61.5-99.8). Taletrectinib was well-tolerated and most adverse events observed were mild and reversible.

Based on the clinical data accumulated to date, taletrectinib has received Breakthrough Therapy Designation (BTD) from both the US FDA and China NMPA for the treatment of patients with advanced or metastatic ROS1+ NSCLC, who are either ROS1 TKI treatment naïve or previously treated with crizotinib.

Paige and Mindpeak Launch an Integrated Solution for Enhanced Cancer Diagnosis

On March 9, 2023 Paige, a global leader in end-to-end digital pathology solutions and clinical AI applications, reported the availability of Mindpeak’s AI algorithms for IHC biomarker quantification in the Paige Platform (Press release, Paige AI, MAR 9, 2023, View Source [SID1234628490]). Mindpeak, a leader in image analysis AI software, brings state-of-the-art AI algorithms for analyzing IHC slides of lung and breast tissue into the Paige Platform. These two leading pathology AI providers have combined their technologies to help pathologists deliver faster, more accurate, and more reproducible quantitative cancer diagnoses, even in the most challenging and complex cases.

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This new integration allows a complete and seamless workflow on the Paige Platform through FullFocus, Paige’s FDA-cleared whole-slide image viewer*. The viewer provides case reviewing capabilities and access to AI, including Mindpeak’s quantitative immunohistochemistry (IHC) products that enable detection, classification, and quantification of immunolabeling results for lung (PD-L1) and breast (HER2, Ki-67, ER and PR) cancers.

"The Paige Platform is one of the most robust and easily integrated solutions available for both routine and AI-augmented digital workflows. The platform offers open compatibility with Mindpeak’s image analysis algorithms and AI solutions to support a complete and optimized workflow experience for pathologists," said Felix Faber, CEO of Mindpeak. "Providing access to real-time results for breast and lung cancer IHC biomarkers enhances efficiency and accuracy of diagnosis and treatment planning to benefit pathologists, oncologists and patients, alike."

"The Paige and Mindpeak integration highlights the Platform’s native AI deployment capabilities and provides real-time quantitative results for routine IHC biomarkers in lung and breast cancer," said Dr. David Klimstra, Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Paige. "The seamless integration into FullFocus allows pathologists to review all images from patients’ cases and immediately view results from Mindpeak’s AI-algorithms through a single interface at the slide-level or on regions of interest selected by the pathologist, improving day-to-day workflows

Teva and Natco Announce Launch of additional strengths for the Generic Version of Revlimid® (lenalidomide capsules), in the U.S.

On March 9, 2023 Teva Pharmaceuticals, a U.S. affiliate of Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (NYSE and TASE: TEVA), and NATCO Pharma Limited (NSE: NATCOPHARM; BSE: 524816), reported the launch of additional strengths for the generic version of Revlimid1 (lenalidomide capsules), in 2.5 mg, and 20 mg strengths, in the United States (Press release, Teva, MAR 9, 2023, View Source [SID1234628489]).

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The companies have launched four other strengths of the product in March 2022 in the US market. With today’s launch the companies made available all the strengths of lenalidomide in the US market.

Teva’s lenalidomide capsules are a prescription medicine used in adults for the treatment of (i) multiple myeloma in combination with the medicine dexamethasone, (ii) certain myelodysplastic syndromes, and (iii) mantle cell lymphoma following specific prior treatment. Please see the below "What are lenalidomide capsules?" section for more information.

"The launch of additional strengths for the generic version of Revlimid in the U.S. enhances access to an important treatment option for patients, and further demonstrates Teva’s commitment to making generic drugs available to the patients who need them," said Christine Baeder, SVP, Chief Operating Officer, US Generics and Biosimilars, at Teva USA.

With nearly 500 generic medicines available, Teva has the largest portfolio of FDA-approved generic products on the market, and holds the leading position in first-to-file opportunities, with approximately 100 pending first-to-files in the U.S. Currently, 1 in 12 generic prescriptions dispensed in the U.S. is filled with a Teva generic product.

Revlimid had annual sales of $2.9 billion as of January, 2023, according to IQVIA data.

What are lenalidomide capsules?

Lenalidomide capsules are a prescription medicine, used to treat adults with:

multiple myeloma (MM)
in combination with the medicine dexamethasone
a condition called myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). Lenalidomide capsules are for the type of MDS with a chromosome problem where part of chromosome 5 is missing. This type of MDS is known as deletion 5q MDS. People with this type of MDS may have low red blood cell counts that require treatment with blood transfusions.
mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) when the disease comes back or becomes worse after treatment with 2 prior medicines, one of which included bortezomib. MCL is a cancer of a type of white blood cell called lymphocytes that are in the lymph nodes.
Lenalidomide capsules should not be used to treat people who have chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) unless they are participants in a controlled clinical trial.

It is not known if lenalidomide capsules are safe and effective in children.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

What is the most important information I should know about lenalidomide capsules?

Before you begin taking lenalidomide capsules, you must read and agree to all of the instructions in the Lenalidomide REMS program. Before prescribing lenalidomide capsules, your healthcare provider will explain the Lenalidomide REMS program to you and have you sign the Patient-Physician Agreement Form.

Lenalidomide capsules may cause serious side effects including:

Possible birth defects (deformed babies) or death of an unborn baby. Females who are pregnant or who plan to become pregnant must not take lenalidomide capsules.
Lenalidomide is similar to the medicine thalidomide. We know thalidomide can cause severe life-threatening birth defects. Lenalidomide capsules have not been tested in pregnant females. Lenalidomide capsules have harmed unborn animals in animal testing.

Females must not get pregnant:

For at least 4 weeks before starting lenalidomide capsules
While taking lenalidomide capsules
During any breaks (interruptions) in your treatment with lenalidomide capsules
For at least 4 weeks after stopping lenalidomide capsules
Females who can become pregnant:

Will have pregnancy tests weekly for 4 weeks, then every 4 weeks if your menstrual cycle is regular, or every 2 weeks if your menstrual cycle is irregular.
If you miss your period or have unusual bleeding, you will need to have a pregnancy test and receive counseling.
Must agree to use two acceptable forms of birth control at the same time, for at least 4 weeks before, while taking, during any breaks (interruptions) in your treatment, and for at least 4 weeks after stopping lenalidomide capsules.
Talk with your healthcare provider to find out about options for acceptable forms of birth control that you may use to prevent pregnancy before, during, and after treatment with lenalidomide capsules.
If you had unprotected sex or if you think your birth control has failed, stop taking lenalidomide capsules immediately and call your healthcare provider right away.
If you become pregnant while taking lenalidomide capsules, stop taking it right away and call your healthcare provider. If your healthcare provider is not available, you can call the REMS Call Center at 1‐888‐423‐5436. Healthcare providers and patients should report all cases of pregnancy to:

FDA MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088, and
The Lenalidomide REMS program at 1‐888‐423‐5436
There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors the outcomes of females who take lenalidomide capsules during pregnancy, or if their male partner takes lenalidomide capsules and they are exposed during pregnancy. You can enroll in this registry by calling the Lenalidomide REMS program at the phone number listed above.

Lenalidomide can pass into human semen:

Males, including those who have had a vasectomy, must always use a latex or synthetic condom during any sexual contact with a pregnant female or a female that can become pregnant while taking lenalidomide capsules, during any breaks (interruptions) in your treatment with lenalidomide capsules, and for up to 4 weeks after stopping lenalidomide capsules.
Do not have unprotected sexual contact with a female who is or could become pregnant. Tell your healthcare provider if you do have unprotected sexual contact with a female who is or could become pregnant.
Do not donate sperm while taking lenalidomide capsules, during any breaks (interruptions) in your treatment, and for up to 4 weeks after stopping lenalidomide capsules. If a female becomes pregnant with your sperm, the baby may be exposed to lenalidomide and may be born with birth defects.
Men, if your female partner becomes pregnant, you should call your healthcare provider right away.

Low white blood cells (neutropenia) and low platelets (thrombocytopenia). Lenalidomide capsules cause low white blood cells and low platelets in most people. You may need a blood transfusion or certain medicines if your blood counts drop too low. Your healthcare provider should check your blood counts often especially during the first several months of treatment with lenalidomide capsules, and then at least monthly. Tell your healthcare provider if you develop any bleeding or bruising, during treatment with lenalidomide capsules.
Blood clots. Blood clots in the arteries, veins, and lungs happen more often in people who take lenalidomide capsules. This risk is even higher for people with multiple myeloma who take the medicine dexamethasone with lenalidomide capsules. Heart attacks and strokes also happen more often in people who take lenalidomide capsules with dexamethasone. To reduce this increased risk, most people who take lenalidomide capsules will also take a blood thinner medicine. Before taking lenalidomide capsules, tell your healthcare provider:
If you have had a blood clot in the past
If you have high blood pressure, smoke, or if you have been told you have a high level of fat in your blood (hyperlipidemia)
About all the medicines you take. Certain other medicines can also increase your risk for blood clots. Call your healthcare provider or get medical help right away if you get any of the following during treatment with lenalidomide capsules:
Signs or symptoms of a blood clot in the lung, arm, or leg may include: shortness of breath, chest pain, or arm or leg swelling
Signs or symptoms of a heart attack may include: chest pain that may spread to the arms, neck, jaw, back, or stomach area (abdomen), feeling sweaty, shortness of breath, feeling sick or vomiting
Signs or symptoms of stroke may include: sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body, severe headache or confusion, or problems with vision, speech, or balance
Who should not take lenalidomide capsules?

Do not take lenalidomide capsules if you:

are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or become pregnant during treatment with lenalidomide capsules. See "What is the most important information I should know about lenalidomide capsules?"
are allergic to lenalidomide or any of the ingredients in lenalidomide capsules. See the end of the Medication Guide for a complete list of ingredients in lenalidomide capsules.
What should I tell my healthcare provider before taking lenalidomide capsules?

Before you take lenalidomide capsules, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:

have liver problems
have kidney problems or receive kidney dialysis treatment
have thyroid problems
have had a serious skin rash with thalidomide treatment. You should not take lenalidomide capsules.
are lactose intolerant. Lenalidomide capsules contain lactose.
are breastfeeding. Do not breastfeed during treatment with lenalidomide capsules. It is not known if lenalidomide passes into your breast milk and can harm your baby.
Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Lenalidomide capsules and other medicines may affect each other, causing serious side effects. Talk with your healthcare provider before taking any new medicines.

Know the medicines you take. Keep a list of them to show your healthcare provider and pharmacist.

What should I avoid while taking lenalidomide capsules?

See "What is the most important information I should know about lenalidomide capsules?"
Females: Do not get pregnant and do not breastfeed while taking lenalidomide capsules.
Males: Do not donate sperm while taking lenalidomide capsules, during any breaks (interruptions) in your treatment, and for up to 4 weeks after stopping lenalidomide capsules.
Do not share lenalidomide capsules with other people. It may cause birth defects and other serious problems.
Do not donate blood while you take lenalidomide capsules, during any breaks (interruptions) in your treatment, and for 4 weeks after stopping lenalidomide capsules. If someone who is pregnant gets your donated blood, her baby may be exposed to lenalidomide and may be born with birth defects.
What are the possible side effects of lenalidomide capsules?

Lenalidomide capsules can cause serious side effects, including:

See "What is the most important information I should know about lenalidomide capsules?"
Increased risk of death in people who have chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). People with CLL who take lenalidomide capsules have an increased risk of death compared with people who take the medicine chlorambucil. Lenalidomide capsules may cause you to have serious heart problems that can lead to death, including atrial fibrillation, heart attack, or heart failure. You should not take lenalidomide capsules if you have CLL unless you are participating in a controlled clinical trial.
Risk of new cancers (malignancies). An increase in new (second) cancers has happened in patients who received lenalidomide capsules and melphalan, or a blood stem cell transplant, including certain blood cancers, such as acute myelogenous leukemia (AML), and myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) and certain other types of cancers of the skin and other organs. Talk with your healthcare provider about your risk of developing new cancers if you take lenalidomide capsules. Your healthcare provider will check you for new cancers during your treatment with lenalidomide capsules.
Severe liver problems, including liver failure and death. Your healthcare provider should do blood tests to check your liver function during your treatment with lenalidomide capsules. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you develop any of the following symptoms of liver problems:
yellowing of your skin or the white part of your eyes (jaundice)
dark or brown (tea-colored) urine
pain on the upper right side of your stomach area (abdomen)
bleeding or bruising more easily than normal
feeling very tired
Severe skin reactions and severe allergic reactions can happen with lenalidomide capsules and may cause death. Call your healthcare provider right away if you develop any of the following signs or symptoms during treatment with lenalidomide capsules:
a red, itchy, skin rash
peeling of your skin or blisters
severe itching
fever
Get emergency medical help right away if you develop any of the following signs or symptoms during treatment with lenalidomide capsules:
swelling of your lips, mouth, tongue, or throat
trouble breathing or swallowing
raised red areas on your skin (hives)
a very fast heartbeat
you feel dizzy or faint
Tumor lysis syndrome (TLS). TLS is caused by the fast breakdown of cancer cells. TLS can cause kidney failure and the need for dialysis treatment, abnormal heart rhythm, seizure and sometimes death. Your healthcare provider may do blood tests to check you for TLS.
Worsening of your tumor (tumor flare reaction) can happen with lenalidomide capsules and may cause death. Tell your healthcare provider if you get any of these symptoms of tumor flare reaction during treatment with lenalidomide capsules: tender swollen lymph nodes, low grade fever, pain, or rash.
Your healthcare provider may tell you to decrease your dose, temporarily stop or permanently stop taking lenalidomide capsules if you develop certain serious side effects during treatment with lenalidomide capsules.

Thyroid problems. Your healthcare provider may check your thyroid function before you start taking lenalidomide capsules and during treatment with lenalidomide capsules.
Risk of Early Death in MCL. In people who have Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL), there may be a risk of dying sooner (early death) when taking lenalidomide capsules. Talk with your healthcare provider about any concerns and possible risk factors.
The most common side effects of lenalidomide capsules include:

diarrhea
rash
nausea
constipation
tiredness or weakness
fever
itching
swelling of your arms, hands, legs, feet and skin
sleep problems (insomnia)
headache
muscle cramps or spasms
shortness of breath
cough, sore throat, and other symptoms of a cold
upper respiratory tract infection or bronchitis
inflammation of the stomach and intestine ("stomach flu")
nose bleed
shaking or trembling (tremor)
joint aches
pain in your back or stomach-area (abdomen)
These are not all the possible side effects of lenalidomide capsules. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You are encouraged to report side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Please read the Medication Guide in the full Prescribing Information including Boxed Warning.

Adicet Bio to Participate in 2023 Jefferies Biotech on the Bay Summit

On March 9, 2023 Adicet Bio, Inc. (Nasdaq: ACET), a clinical stage biotechnology company discovering and developing allogeneic gamma delta T cell therapies for cancer, reported that Chen Schor, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Nick Harvey, Chief Financial Officer, will participate in the 2023 Jefferies Biotech on the Bay Summit being held March 16-17, 2023 (Press release, Adicet Bio, MAR 9, 2023, View Source [SID1234628488]).

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