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ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described in greater detail in other sections of the labeling: • Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] • Pancreatic Toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] • Thrombosis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] • Hemorrhage [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] • Hepatotoxicity, including VOD [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] Most common adverse reactions (incidence > 20%) are abnormal liver test, nausea, musculoskeletal pain, infection, fatigue, headache, febrile neutropenia, pyrexia, hemorrhage, stomatitis, abdominal pain, decreased appetite, drug hypersensitivity, hyperglycemia, diarrhea, pancreatitis, and hypokalemia. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Jazz Pharmaceuticals Ireland Limited at 1-800-520-5568 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The safety of RYLAZE described in the WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS reflect exposure in 167 patients administered RYLAZE intramuscularly at various dosages when used in combination with chemotherapy in study JZP458-201 [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )] . These patients received a median of 4 courses of RYLAZE (range: 1-15 courses); 65% of patients received at least four courses. The safety of RYLAZE described below and in Table 3 was evaluated in study JZP458-201, a multi-cohort study. Patients received RYLAZE administered intramuscularly at dosages of 25 mg/m 2 on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday or 25 mg/m 2 on Monday and Wednesday, and 50 mg/m 2 on Friday, for 6 doses as a replacement for a single dose of pegaspargase as a component of multi-agent chemotherapy [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )] . The patients had a median age of 11 years (range: 1‑25 years); the majority of patients were male (57%) and White (68%). The patients received a median of 4 courses of RYLAZE (range: 1-14 courses); 65% of patients received at least four courses. A fatal adverse reaction (infection) occurred in 1 patient treated with the RYLAZE 25/25/25 mg/m 2 dosage. Serious adverse reactions occurred in 60% of patients who received the recommended dosages of RYLAZE. The most frequent nonhematological serious adverse reactions (in ≥ 5% of patients) were febrile neutropenia, infection, drug hypersensitivity, pyrexia, nausea, dehydration, stomatitis, acute kidney injury, pancreatitis, diarrhea, and viral infection. Permanent discontinuation due to an adverse reaction occurred in 10% of patients who received RYLAZE intramuscularly at the recommended dosages. Adverse reactions resulting in permanent discontinuation included pancreatitis (5%), drug hypersensitivity (4%), and infection (1%). All patients treated with the recommended dosages of RYLAZE as a component of multi-agent chemotherapy experienced neutropenia, anemia, or thrombocytopenia. The most common nonhematological adverse reactions (incidence > 20%) in patients were abnormal liver test, nausea, musculoskeletal pain, infection, fatigue, headache, febrile neutropenia, pyrexia, hemorrhage, stomatitis, abdominal pain, decreased appetite, drug hypersensitivity, hyperglycemia, diarrhea, pancreatitis, and hypokalemia. Table 3 shows the common adverse reactions occurring in at least 15% of the patients. Table 3: Adverse Reactions (≥ 15% Incidence) in Patients Receiving RYLAZE as a Component of Multi-Agent Chemotherapy in Study JZP458-201 Adverse Reaction RYLAZE 25/25/25 mg/m 2 Intramuscular Dosage a (N = 33) RYLAZE 25/25/50 mg/m 2 Intramuscular Dosage a (N = 51) All Grades (%) Grades 3-4 (%) All Grades (%) Grades 3-4 (%) Abnormal liver test* # 70 18 75 27 Musculoskeletal pain* 45 6 35 4 Nausea* 45 9 47 8 Fatigue* 36 18 22 18 Headache 36 0 22 0 Infection* b 36 15 27 17 Febrile neutropenia 30 30 27 27 Pyrexia 30 6 20 0 Hemorrhage* 24 0 27 6 Stomatitis 24 12 27 4 Abdominal pain* 21 0 25 2 Decreased appetite 21 6 27 6 Drug hypersensitivity* 21 6 24 2 Hyperglycemia 21 3 12 4 Diarrhea* 18 6 25 4 Tachycardia* 18 0 16 2 Cough 15 0 14 0 Dehydration 15 9 12 6 Insomnia 15 0 4 0 Peripheral neuropathy* 15 0 6 0 Pancreatitis* # 12 0 22 10 Hypokalemia 9 3 22 8 * Includes grouped terms: Abnormal liver test : alanine aminotransferase increased, aspartate aminotransferase increased, blood bilirubin increased, transaminases increased; Musculoskeletal pain : arthralgia, back pain, musculoskeletal chest pain, musculoskeletal pain, myalgia, pain in extremity; Nausea : nausea, vomiting; Fatigue : fatigue, asthenia; Infection : sepsis, upper respiratory tract infection, enterocolitis infectious, skin infection, bacteremia, paronychia, pneumonia, otitis externa, soft tissue infection, abdominal infection, conjunctivitis, device related infection, folliculitis, lymph gland infection, necrotizing fasciitis, perirectal abscess, peritonsillar abscess, sinusitis, subcutaneous abscess, wound infection; Drug hypersensitivity : drug hypersensitivity, rash, infusion related reaction, lip swelling, periorbital edema, throat irritation, urticaria, dry skin, eczema, erythema, hand dermatitis, rash maculo-papular, rash papular; Hemorrhage : contusion, epistaxis, catheter site hemorrhage, petechiae, hematochezia, menorrhagia, mouth hemorrhage, increased tendency to bruise, rectal hemorrhage; Abdominal pain : abdominal pain, abdominal pain upper; Diarrhea : diarrhea, colitis; Tachycardia : sinus tachycardia, tachycardia; Peripheral neuropathy : peripheral motor neuropathy, neuropathy peripheral, peripheral sensory neuropathy; Pancreatitis : pancreatitis, pancreatitis acute, amylase increased, lipase increased. *Includes adverse event terms and laboratory abnormalities Grading is based on Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events version 5.0. a RYLAZE was administered as a component of multi-agent chemotherapy regimens on a Monday, Wednesday, and Friday schedule. b Does not include the following fatal adverse reactions: infection (N=1). Clinically relevant adverse reactions in < 15% of patients who received RYLAZE in combination with chemotherapy included: Gastrointestinal disorders : Abdominal discomfort, abdominal distension, constipation, gastritis General disorders and administration site conditions : Infusion site reaction, injection site reaction, pain Infections and infestations : Viral infection, bacterial infection, fungal infection Investigations : Antithrombin III decreased, blood cholesterol increased, blood fibrinogen decreased, activated partial thromboplastin time prolonged Metabolism and nutrition disorders : Acidosis, hyperammonemia, hyperphosphatemia, hypertriglyceridemia, hypoglycemia Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders : Bone pain, muscular weakness, muscle spasms Nervous system disorders : Paresthesia, dizziness, gait disturbance, hyperammonemic encephalopathy Psychiatric disorders : Agitation, anxiety, irritability Respiratory, thoracic, and mediastinal disorders: Acute respiratory distress syndrome, pulmonary edema Renal and urinary disorders : Acute kidney injury Skin and subcutaneous disorders : Pruritus Vascular disorders : Hypertension, hypotension, thrombosis 6.2 Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reactions have been identified during post approval use of RYLAZE. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure: Hepatic: Veno-occlusive disease (VOD)

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Hypersensitivity: Monitor for signs or symptoms. Discontinue RYLAZE for serious reaction. ( 5.1 ) • Pancreatitis: Monitor for symptoms. Discontinue if pancreatitis occurs. ( 5.2 ) • Thrombosis: Discontinue RYLAZE for severe or life-threatening thrombosis. Provide anticoagulation therapy as indicated. ( 5.3 ) • Hemorrhage: Discontinue RYLAZE for severe or life-threatening hemorrhage. ( 5.4 ) • Hepatotoxicity, including hepatic veno-occlusive disease: Discontinue RYLAZE for grade 4 increases of bilirubin. ( 5.5 ) 5.1 Hypersensitivity Reactions Hypersensitivity reactions after the use of RYLAZE occurred in 29% of patients in clinical trials, and it was severe in 6% of patients [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )] . Anaphylaxis was observed in 2% of patients after intramuscular administration. Discontinuation of RYLAZE due to hypersensitivity reactions occurred in 5% of patients. Hypersensitivity reactions were higher in patients who received intravenous asparaginase erwinia chrysanthemi (recombinant)-rywn. The intravenous route of administration is not approved. In patients administered RYLAZE intramuscularly in clinical trials, the median number of doses of RYLAZE that patients received prior to the onset of the first hypersensitivity reaction was 12 doses (range: 1-64 doses). The most commonly observed reaction was rash (19%), and 1 patient (1%) experienced a severe rash. Hypersensitivity reactions observed with L-asparaginase class products include angioedema, urticaria, lip swelling, eye swelling, rash or erythema, blood pressure decreased, bronchospasm, dyspnea, and pruritus. Premedicate patients prior to administration of RYLAZE as recommended [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.2 )] . Because of the risk of serious allergic reactions (e.g., life-threatening anaphylaxis), administer RYLAZE in a setting with resuscitation equipment and other agents necessary to treat anaphylaxis (e.g., epinephrine, oxygen, intravenous steroids, antihistamines) [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.3 )] . Discontinue RYLAZE in patients with serious hypersensitivity reactions [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.3 )] . 5.2 Pancreatitis Pancreatitis, including elevated amylase or lipase, was reported in 20% of patients in clinical trials of RYLAZE and was severe in 8% [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )] . Symptomatic pancreatitis occurred in 7% of patients, and it was severe in 6% of patients. Elevated amylase or lipase without symptomatic pancreatitis was observed in 13% of patients treated with RYLAZE. Hemorrhagic or necrotizing pancreatitis have been reported with L-asparaginase class products. Inform patients of the signs and symptoms of pancreatitis, which, if left untreated, could be fatal. Evaluate patients with symptoms compatible with pancreatitis to establish a diagnosis. Assess serum amylase and lipase levels in patients with any signs or symptoms of pancreatitis. Discontinue RYLAZE in patients with severe or hemorrhagic pancreatitis. In the case of mild pancreatitis, withhold RYLAZE until the signs and symptoms subside and amylase and/or lipase levels return to 1.5 times the ULN [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.3 )] . After resolution of mild pancreatitis, treatment with RYLAZE may be resumed. 5.3 Thrombosis Serious thrombotic events, including sagittal sinus thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, have been reported in 1% of patients following treatment with RYLAZE. Discontinue RYLAZE for a thrombotic event, and administer appropriate antithrombotic therapy. Consider resumption of treatment with RYLAZE only if the patient had an uncomplicated thrombosis [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.3 )] . 5.4 Hemorrhage Bleeding was reported in 25% of patients treated with RYLAZE, and it was severe in 2%. Most commonly observed reactions were bruising (12%) and nose bleed (9%) [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )] . In patients treated with L-asparaginase class products, hemorrhage may be associated with increased prothrombin time (PT), increased partial thromboplastin time (PTT), and hypofibrinogenemia. Consider appropriate replacement therapy in patients with severe or symptomatic coagulopathy [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.3 )] . 5.5 Hepatotoxicity, including Hepatic Veno-Occlusive Disease Elevated bilirubin and/or transaminases occurred in 75% of patients treated with RYLAZE in clinical trials, and 26% had Grade ≥ 3 elevations. Elevated bilirubin occurred in 28% of patients treated with RYLAZE in clinical trials, and 2% had Grade ≥ 3 elevations. Elevated transaminases occurred in 73% of patients treated with RYLAZE in clinical trials, and 25% had Grade ≥ 3 elevations [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )] . Hepatotoxicity, including severe, life-threatening, and potential fatal cases of hepatic veno-occlusive disease (VOD), have been observed in patients treated with asparaginase class products in combination with standard chemotherapy, including during the induction phase of multiphase chemotherapy [see Adverse Reactions ( 6 )]. Do not administer RYLAZE to patients with severe hepatic impairment [see Contraindication ( 4 )]. Inform patients of the signs and symptoms of hepatotoxicity. Evaluate bilirubin and transaminases prior to each cycle of RYLAZE and at least weekly during cycles of treatment that include RYLAZE, through four weeks after the last dose of RYLAZE. Monitor frequently for signs and symptoms of hepatic VOD, which may include rapid weight gain, fluid retention with ascites, hepatomegaly (which may be painful), and rapid increase of bilirubin. For patients who develop abnormal liver tests after RYLAZE, more frequent monitoring for liver test abnormalities and clinical signs and symptoms of VOD is recommended. In the event of serious liver toxicity, including VOD, discontinue treatment with RYLAZE and provide supportive care [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.3 )].