Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) summary
The
full CMI on the next page has more details. If you are worried about using this medicine,
speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
This medicine is new or being used differently. Please report side effects. See the
full CMI for further details.
1. What is JEMPERLI and what is it used for?
JEMPERLI contains the active ingredient dostarlimab. JEMPERLI is used to treat endometrial
cancer.
2. What should I know before I am given JEMPERLI?
Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to JEMPERLI or any of the ingredients
listed at the end of the CMI.
Talk to your doctor if you have any other medical conditions, take any other medicines,
or are pregnant or plan to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
3. What if I am taking other medicines?
Some medicines may interfere with JEMPERLI and affect how it works.
4. How will JEMPERLI be given to me?
JEMPERLI will be given to you in a hospital or clinic under the supervision of a doctor
experienced in cancer treatment. More instructions can be found in Section
4. How will JEMPERLI be given to me? in the full CMI.
5. What should I know while using JEMPERLI?
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Things you should do
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Remind any doctor, dentist or pharmacist you visit that you are using JEMPERLI.
Seek medical attention if you think you may be having an allergic reaction.
If you miss an appointment, contact your doctor or hospital immediately to reschedule.
Tell your doctor or nurse if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any
other medicines.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are planning to
have a baby.
If you are breast-feeding tell your doctor before treatment.
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Things you should not do
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Do not stop using this medicine suddenly.
It is very important that you do not miss a dose of this medicine.
Do not breast feed during treatment.
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Driving or using machines
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JEMPERLI is unlikely to affect your ability to drive and use machines. However, if
you have side effects that affect your ability to concentrate and react, you should
be careful when driving or operating machines.
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Looking after your medicine
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JEMPERLI will be given to you in a hospital or clinic and the healthcare professionals
will be responsible for its storage.
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6. Are there any side effects?
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets
them. Some of the side effects can be serious, and you need to know what symptoms
to look out for. JEMPERLI can cause serious side effects due to inflammation. If you develop symptoms of inflammation, you must tell your doctor or nurse as soon
as possible. Your doctor may give you other medicines to prevent more serious complications and
reduce your symptoms. Your doctor may decide that you should miss a dose of JEMPERLI
or stop your treatment altogether.
This medicine is subject to additional monitoring. This will allow quick identification
of new safety information. You can help by reporting any side effects you may get.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems .
Active ingredient:
Dostarlimab
Consumer Medicine Information (CMI)
This leaflet provides important information about using JEMPERLI. You should also speak to your doctor or pharmacist if you would like further information
or if you have any concerns or questions about using JEMPERLI.
Where to find information in this leaflet:
1. What is JEMPERLI and what is it used for?
JEMPERLI contains the active ingredient dostarlimab. Dostarlimab is a monoclonal antibody, a type of protein designed to recognise and
attach to a specific target substance in the body. JEMPERLI works by helping your
immune system fight your cancer.
JEMPERLI is used in adults to treat a kind of cancer called endometrial cancer (cancer
of the lining of the womb)
It is given when cancer has spread, or cannot be taken out by surgery, and has progressed
on or following prior treatment.
JEMPERLI may be given in combination with other anticancer medicines. It is important
that you also read the package leaflets for the other anticancer medicines you may
be receiving. If you have any questions about these medicines, ask your doctor.
2. What should I know before I am given JEMPERLI?
Warnings
Do not use JEMPERLI if:
you are allergic to dostarlimab, or any of the ingredients listed at the end of this
leaflet
always check the ingredients to make sure you can use this medicine
Check with your doctor if you:
have any other medical conditions
have immune system problems
have lung or breathing problems
have liver or kidney problems
have any other medical problems
have serious rash
take any medicines for any other condition
During treatment, you may be at risk of developing certain side effects. It is important
you understand these risks and how to monitor for them. See additional information
under Section
6. Are there any side effects?
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Check with your doctor if you are pregnant or intend to become pregnant.
You must not be treated with JEMPERLI if you are pregnant unless your doctor specifically
recommends it.
JEMPERLI can cause harmful effects or death to your unborn baby.
If you are a woman who could become pregnant, you must use effective contraception
while you are being treated with JEMPERLI and for at least 4 months after your last
dose.
Talk to your doctor if you are breastfeeding or intend to breastfeed.
You must not breastfeed during your treatment and for at least 4 months after your
last dose. It is not known if JEMPERLI passes into your breast milk.
Patient Card
Important information on serious side effects from this Leaflet can be found in the
Patient Card you have been given by your doctor. It is important that you keep this
Patient Card on you and show it to your doctor, partner or caregivers.
3. What if I am taking other medicines?
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including any
medicines, vitamins or supplements that you buy without a prescription from your pharmacy,
supermarket or health food shop.
Some medicines may interfere with JEMPERLI and affect how it works.
Once you are treated with JEMPERLI, your doctor may give you corticosteroids to reduce
any side effects that you may have.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure about what medicines, vitamins
or supplements you are taking and if these affect JEMPERLI.
4. How will JEMPERLI be given to me?
How much will be given
JEMPERLI will be given to you in a hospital or clinic under the supervision of a
doctor experienced in cancer treatment.
When given on its own, the recommended dose of JEMPERLI is 500 mg every 3 weeks for
4 doses, followed by 1000 mg every 6 weeks for all cycles thereafter.
When JEMPERLI is given in combination with chemotherapy, the recommended dose is
500 mg every 3 weeks for 6 doses, followed by 1000 mg every 6 weeks for all cycles
thereafter as a monotherapy treatment.
When JEMPERLI will be given
Your doctor will give you JEMPERLI as a drip into a vein (intravenous infusion) for
about 30 minutes.
Your doctor will decide how many treatments you need.
If you miss a dose of JEMPERLI
JEMPERLI should be used regularly at the same time as scheduled by your doctor. It is very important that you do not miss a dose of this medicine.
If you miss your dose at the usual time, contact your doctor or hospital immediately
to reschedule your appointment.
5. What should I know while using JEMPERLI?
Things you should do
Remind any doctor, dentist or pharmacist you visit that you are using JEMPERLI.
If you miss an appointment, contact your doctor or hospital immediately to reschedule.
Tell your doctor or nurse if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any
other medicines.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are planning to
have a baby.
Call your doctor straight away if you:
think you may be having an allergic reaction
notice any symptoms listed in section 6
Things you should not do
Do not stop using this medicine suddenly.
It is very important that you do not miss a dose of this medicine.
Do not breastfeed during treatment.
Driving or using machines
Be careful before you drive or use any machines or tools until you know how JEMPERLI
affects you.
JEMPERLI is unlikely to affect your ability to drive and use machines. However, if
you have side effects that affect your ability to concentrate and react, you should
be careful when driving or operating machines.
Looking after your medicine
JEMPERLI will be given to you in a hospital or clinic and the healthcare professionals
will be responsible for its storage.
The medicine will be stored in the original container in a refrigerator at 2°C to
8°C.
Getting rid of any unwanted medicine
Your healthcare professional will be responsible for discarding JEMPERLI.
When to discard your medicine (as relevant)
JEMPERLI is for single use in one patient only. Any residue will be discarded by your
healthcare professional.
6. Are there any side effects?
All medicines can have side effects. If you do experience any side effects, most of
them are minor and temporary. However, some side effects may need medical attention.
See the information below and, if you need to, ask your doctor or pharmacist if you
have any further questions about side effects.
The following side effects have been the most commonly reported side effects in patients
with cancer treated with JEMPERLI alone:
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Most common side effects when JEMPERLI is given alone
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What to do
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decrease in the number of red blood cells (anaemia)
low levels of thyroid hormone
diarrhoea
feeling sick (nausea)
being sick (vomiting)
rash
itchy skin
fever
increased liver enzyme levels in the blood.
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Speak to your doctor if you have any of these side effects and they worry you.
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The following side effects have been the most commonly reported side effects in patients
with cancer treated with JEMPERLI given in combination with chemotherapy:
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Most common side effects when JEMPERLI is given in combination with chemotherapy
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What to do
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low levels of thyroid hormone
rash
dry skin
fever
increased liver enzyme levels in the blood.
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Speak to your doctor if you have any of these side effects and they worry you.
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Serious side effects
JEMPERLI can cause serious side effects particularly due to inflammation. The symptoms
of inflammation are listed below. If you develop symptoms of inflammation, you must tell your doctor or nurse as soon as possible. Your doctor may give you other medicines to prevent more serious complications and
reduce your symptoms. Your doctor may decide that you should miss a dose of JEMPERLI
or stop your treatment altogether.
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Serious side effects
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What to do
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Inflammation of the lungs:
shortness of breath
chest pain
new or worse cough (pneumonitis)
Inflammation of the digestive tract
trouble swallowing
decreased appetite
burning in the chest (heartburn)
chest or upper belly pain
feeling sick (nausea), being sick (vomiting)
diarrhoea, or more bowel movements than usual
black, tarry, sticky stools; blood or mucus in stools
severe stomach pain or tenderness
Inflammation of the Liver:
feeling sick (nausea), being sick (vomiting)
loss of appetite
pain on the right side of the abdomen (stomach)
yellowing of the skin or the whites of the eyes
dark coloured urine
bleeding or bruising more easily than normal
Inflammation of the hormone glands:
rapid heartbeat
weight loss or weight gain
increased sweating
hair loss
feeling cold
constipation
abdominal pain
deeper voice
muscle aches
dizziness or fainting
headache that will not go away or unusual headache
Inflammation of the kidneys:
changes in amount or colour of urine
swelling of the ankles
loss of appetite
blood in the urine
Inflammation of the skin:
rash, itching, peeling or skin sores
ulcers in the mouth, nose, throat or genital area
Inflammation of the heart muscle (myocarditis):
trouble breathing
dizziness or fainting
fever
chest pain and chest tightness
flu like symptoms.
Inflammation of Brain and nervous system (myasthenic syndrome/myasthenia gravis, Guillain-Barré
syndrome, encephalitis):
neck stiffness
headache
fever, chills
vomiting
eye sensitivity to light
weakness of eye muscles, drooping eyelids
dry eyes and blurred vision
difficulty swallowing, dry mouth
impaired speech
confusion and sleepiness
dizziness
pricking or pins and needles sensations in the hands and feet
aching muscles
difficulty walking or lifting objects
abnormal heartbeat/rate or blood pressure
Inflammation of the Spinal cord (myelitis):
pain
numbness
tingling, or weakness in the arms or legs
bladder or bowel problems including needing to urinate more frequently, urinary incontinence,
difficulty urinating and constipation
Inflammation of the eye:
changes in eyesight
Inflammation of other organs:
severe or persistent muscle or joint pains
severe muscle weakness
swollen or cold hands or feet
feeling tired
Infusion-related reactions:
Some people may have allergic-like reactions when they receive an infusion. These
usually develop within minutes or hours but may develop up to 24 hours after treatment.
Symptoms include:
shortness of breath or wheezing
itching or rash
flushing
dizziness
chills or shaking
fever
drop in blood pressure (feeling like passing out).
Solid organ transplant rejection and other complications, including graft-versus-host-disease
(GVHD), in people who have received a bone marrow (stem cell) transplant that uses
donor stem cells (allogeneic).
These complications can be serious and can lead to death. These complications may
happen if you underwent transplantation either before or after being treated with
JEMPERLI. Your healthcare provider will monitor you for these complications.
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Call your doctor straight away, or go straight to the Emergency Department at your
nearest hospital if you notice any of these serious side effects.
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Seek medical attention immediately if you think you may be having a reaction.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you notice anything else that may be making you
feel unwell.
Other side effects not listed here may occur in some people.
Reporting side effects
After you have received medical advice for any side effects you experience, you can
report side effects to the Therapeutic Goods Administration online at
www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems . By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of
this medicine.
Always make sure you speak to your doctor or pharmacist before you decide to stop
taking any of your medicines.
7. Product details
This medicine is only available with a doctor's prescription.
What JEMPERLI contains
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Active ingredient
(main ingredient)
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Dostarlimab
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Other ingredients
(inactive ingredients)
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sodium citrate, dihydrate; citric acid, monohydrate; arginine hydrochloride; sodium
chloride; polysorbate 80; and water for injection
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Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of these ingredients.
What JEMPERLI looks like?
JEMPERLI is a clear to slightly opalescent colourless to yellow solution, free from
visible particles.
Who distributes JEMPERLI?
GlaxoSmithKline Australia Pty Ltd
Level 4, 436 Johnston Street
Abbotsford, Victoria, 3067 Australia
Phone: 1800 033 109
Trademarks are owned by or licensed to the GSK group of
companies.
© 2024 GSK group of companies or its licensor
Version 3.0
This leaflet was prepared in January 2024.