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3rd-generation EGFR tyrosine-kinase inhibitor Pregnancy: eMC §4.6: no data in pregnant women; animal studies showed reproductive toxicity and lazertinib may cause foetal harm — should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefit to the woman outweighs the potential risk to the foetus. Verify pregnancy status before initiation. Women of childbearing potential: effective contraception during treatment and for 3 weeks after. Male patients with female partners of reproductive potential: effective contraception (e.g. condom) and no semen donation/storage during treatment and for 3 weeks after the last dose. Do not breastfeed during treatment and for 3 weeks after the last dose.

Lazertinib (Specialist drug)

Brand names: Lazcluze

Lazertinib is an oral third-generation EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitor used as a specialist treatment for EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer, including the T790M resistance mutation. It is taken once daily under oncology supervision.

Auto-extracted from the source labelling — not yet independently clinician-verified. These values were distilled from the UK SPC (or the US label where noted) but have not had a clinician sign-off. Confirm against the current SmPC before prescribing.

Adult dose

Dose: 240 mg once daily, in combination with amivantamab
Route: Oral (tablets swallowed whole, with or without food; do not crush, split or chew)
Frequency: Once daily
eMC SPC (Lazcluze 240 mg film-coated tablets) §4.2: 'The recommended dose of Lazcluze is 240 mg once daily in combination with amivantamab.' Treatment should be initiated by a physician experienced in the use of anticancer medicinal products, and EGFR mutation-positive status must be established in tumour tissue or plasma using a validated test before initiation. Administer lazertinib any time prior to amivantamab when given on the same day; refer to the amivantamab SPC for amivantamab dosing. Duration: continue until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. Missed dose: may be taken within 12 hours of the planned time; if more than 12 hours have passed, omit and resume the usual schedule. If vomiting occurs any time after a dose, take the next dose the next day. Dose reductions for adverse reactions (§4.2 Table 1): initial 240 mg once daily; 1st reduction 160 mg once daily; 2nd reduction 80 mg once daily; 3rd reduction discontinue. Prophylaxis: prophylactic anticoagulants (e.g. low-molecular-weight heparin) are recommended for the first four months of treatment — vitamin K antagonists are NOT recommended. Prophylactic oral and topical antibiotics, non-comedogenic moisturiser and chlorhexidine hand/foot washing are recommended to reduce skin and nail reactions; limit sun exposure during and for 2 months after treatment. Withhold/discontinue per §4.2 Table 2 for ILD (discontinue if confirmed), VTE, skin/nail reactions and other Grade 3-4 reactions. Elderly: no dose adjustment required. Hepatic impairment: no dose adjustment for mild or moderate; PK unknown and caution required in severe hepatic impairment. Paediatric: 'There is no relevant use of lazertinib in the paediatric population for the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer.' NOTE: the eMC §4.4 and §4.8 text in the fetched bundle was truncated at the source-fetch limit — clinician to verify against the full current SPC.

Dose adjustments

Renal

eMC §4.2: no formal studies in renal impairment have been conducted; no dose adjustment is required for mild, moderate or severe renal impairment. Pharmacokinetics in end-stage renal disease are unknown.

Dose auto-extracted from UK Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) via the eMC; US FDA prescribing information (openFDA / DailyMed) — cross-check; US labelling may differ from UK — not yet clinician-verified. Always confirm against the product SmPC and your local formulary before prescribing.

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients (eMC §4.3)

Side effects

  • Rash including dermatitis acneiform (88%; Grade 3-4 26%)
  • Nail toxicity (71%; Grade 3-4 11%)
  • Stomatitis (43%)
  • Alanine aminotransferase increased (36%); aspartate aminotransferase increased (29%)
  • Venous thromboembolism including DVT and pulmonary embolism (36%; Grade 3-4 11%; fatal events reported)
  • Interstitial lung disease / pneumonitis (3.1%; including fatal events — permanently discontinue if confirmed)

Interactions

  • Vitamin K antagonists are not recommended for the recommended anticoagulant prophylaxis; use e.g. low-molecular-weight heparin instead (eMC §4.2/§4.4)
  • Strong and moderate CYP3A4 inducers: avoid concomitant use — lazertinib is a CYP3A4 substrate and inducers decrease lazertinib concentrations, which may reduce efficacy (US labelling §7.1; eMC §4.5 not present in the fetched bundle)
  • Certain CYP3A4 substrates: lazertinib is a weak CYP3A4 inhibitor and increases their concentrations — monitor for adverse reactions where minimal concentration changes may be serious (US labelling §7.2)
  • Certain BCRP substrates: lazertinib is a BCRP inhibitor and increases their concentrations — monitor for adverse reactions (US labelling §7.2)

Clinical monograph

How it works

It irreversibly and selectively inhibits common activating EGFR mutations and the T790M resistance mutation while sparing wild-type EGFR, blocking tumour growth signalling.

Prescribing in practice

  • Interstitial lung disease and pneumonitis are serious risks; withhold and investigate any new or worsening respiratory symptoms.
  • QT prolongation, rash, paronychia and gastrointestinal effects can occur and require monitoring.
  • Confirm the relevant EGFR mutation before use and review concurrent medicines for interactions.

Monitoring

Monitor for respiratory symptoms suggestive of pneumonitis, and check ECG and electrolytes where clinically indicated.

Counselling the patient

  • Report new or worsening breathlessness, cough or fever promptly.
  • Report troublesome rash or nail changes so they can be managed early.
  • Tell the team about all other medicines before starting.

Evidence & guidelines

Lazertinib has been studied as monotherapy and in combination for EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer in clinical trials.

Reference: SmPC; 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).

Related

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