Amivantamab
Brand names: Rybrevant
Amivantamab is a bispecific monoclonal antibody targeting EGFR and MET, used in certain non-small-cell lung cancers, notably those with EGFR exon 20 insertion mutations.
Adult dose
Dose adjustments
No dose adjustment is necessary for mild or moderate renal impairment (based on population pharmacokinetic analyses). Caution is required in severe renal impairment as amivantamab has not been studied in this population; if treatment is started, monitor for adverse reactions and modify the dose as above.
Dose independently re-sourced from UK Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) via the eMC; US FDA prescribing information (openFDA / DailyMed) — cross-check; US labelling may differ from UK — clinician-reviewed. Always confirm against the product SmPC and your local formulary before prescribing.
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to the active substance(s) or to any of the excipients
Side effects
- Rash (76%) and nail toxicity (47%)
- Infusion-related reactions (67%) — serious in 1.1%
- Hypoalbuminaemia (31%) and oedema (26%)
- Fatigue (26%)
- Stomatitis (24%), nausea (23%) and constipation (23%)
- Serious adverse reactions included interstitial lung disease (1.3%), infusion-related reactions (1.1%) and rash (1.1%); these were also the most frequent reasons for discontinuation
Clinical monograph
How it works
It binds both EGFR and MET, blocking ligand-driven signalling and promoting receptor degradation and immune-cell-mediated clearance of tumour cells.
Prescribing in practice
- Infusion-related reactions are common, particularly with the first infusion, so split initial dosing as directed, give premedication, and have measures ready to manage reactions.
- Given by intravenous infusion under specialist oncology supervision.
- Interstitial lung disease/pneumonitis and significant skin and nail toxicity can occur and may require dose modification.
Monitoring
Monitor for infusion-related reactions, dermatological and nail toxicity, new or worsening respiratory symptoms suggesting pneumonitis, and venous thromboembolism.
Counselling the patient
- First infusions are given slowly and split over days to reduce reactions; report any chills, breathlessness, or dizziness during infusion.
- Report new cough or breathlessness, and use sun protection and skin care for rash.
- Report painful or infected skin around the nails.
Evidence & guidelines
Use in EGFR exon 20 insertion NSCLC is supported by trial data and relevant regulatory approvals; consult the SPC and current prescribing references.
Reference: NICE TA854 (Amivantamab for EGFR exon 20 insertion NSCLC, 2023); CHRYSALIS trial (J Clin Oncol 2021); ESMO NSCLC Guidelines; Drug verified in RxNorm (NLM); confirm dosing against the manufacturer SPC (eMC). Verify against your local formulary and current prescribing references before prescribing. The structured dose values shown have been reviewed by a clinician. Monograph status: clinician-reviewed (2026-07-04).
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