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eXalt3 Trial

1L ALK+ metastatic NSCLC - Xcovery/BeiGene

1L ALK+ metastatic NSCLC Ensartinib (Ensacove) WCLC 2020 FDA Approved
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Eric K. Singhi, MD
Eric K. Singhi, MD
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Oncology Brothers
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Stephen V Liu, MD
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Rami Manochakian MD, FASCO Cancer Education
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Gil Morgan, MD
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Dr Amol Akhade
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eXalt3 Key Slides & Visuals

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Oncology Brothers
Oncology Brothers @OncBrothers
eXalt3 Data
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[Slide 1] JAMA Oncology RCT: Ensartinib vs Crizotinib for Patients With Anaplastic Lymphoma Kinase-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer POPULATION INTERVENTION FINDINGS 149 Men, 141 Women 290 Patients randomized In the intent-to-treat population, the median PFS was significantly longer with ensartinib than with crizotinib " !!!!! 100 80 Eligible adult patients had advanced, recurrent, Progression-free survival, % 60 Ensartinib 40 or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer that was positive for anaplastic lymphoma kinase 20 143 Oral ensartinib 147 Oral crizotinib Crizotinib Median age, 54 y (range, 25-90 y) 225 mg Once daily 250 mg Twice daily 0 0 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 Time, mo SETTINGS/LOCATIONS PRIMARY OUTCOME 120 Centers Blinded independent review committee-assessed progression-free Median PFS in 21 countries survival (PFS) according to Response Evaluation Criteria In Solid 25.8 mo with ensartinib vs 12.7 mo with crizotinib Tumours (RECIST). version 1.1 (HR, 0.51; 95% CI, 0.35-0.72; P<.001) Horn L. Wang Z. Wu G. et al. Ensartinib vs crizotinib for patients with anaplastic lymphoma kinase-positive non-small cell lung cancer: a randomized clinical trial. JAMA Oncol. © AMA Published online September 2. 2021. doi:10.1001/jamaoncol.2021.3523
Eric K. Singhi, MD
Eric K. Singhi, MD @lungoncdoc
eXalt3 Data
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[Slide 1] First Things First: Navigating ALK-Positive Metastatic Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Treatment Options Eric K. Singhi and Eric S. Nadler Efficacy outcomes and common AEs with first-line ALK TKIs recommended¹.ᵃ in patients with ALK-positive advanced NSCLC Treatment Trial Efficacy outcomes Common AEsb Rash (71%) mFU: 23.8 months Increased ALT (50%) Ensartinib² eXalt3 mPFS: 25.8 months Increased AST (38%) (2-year results) 2-year OS rate: 78% Constipation (31%) 2nd generation n=143 1-year CIR of CNS Cough (31%) progression: 4%cd Pruritus (30%) Nausea (28%) Edema (27%) Diarrhea (58%) mFU: 40.4 months Increased blood CPK (50%) Brigatinib³ ALTA-1L mPFS: 24.0 months Cough (36%) (3-year results) 4-year PFS rate: 36% Nausea (33%) 2nd generation 4-year OS rate: 66% n=137 Hypertension (32%) 4-year IC PFS rate: 46% Increased AST (26%) Back pain (26%) mFU for PFS: 37.8 months mPFS: 34.8 months Alectinib4,5,6 ALEX 4-year PFS rate: 44% Constipation (37%) 2nd generation (5-year results)' 7-year OS rate: 49%' Anemia (26%) n=152 2-year CIR of CNS progression as first site of progression: 7%h Hypercholesterolemia (72%) Hypertriglyceridemia (66%) Edema (57%) mFU for PFS: 60.2 months Peripheral neuropathy (44%) Lorlatinib⁷ CROWN mPFS: not reached Increased weight (44%) 3rd generation (5-year results) 5-year PFS rate: 60% Fatigue (30%) 5-year OS rate: NR n=149 Arthralgia (28%) 5-year IC PFS rate: 92% Cognitive effects (28%) Hypertension (26%) Anemia (25%) *NCCN recommended preferred first line ALK TKIs Any grade treatment emergent AEs that occurred in >25% of patients. Assessed per blinded independent review committee "In patients without baseline brain metastases (n=81). "High rate of censoring and a small sample size The 7-year OS rate is reported from the final OS analysis results after mFU of 53. months Assessed per investigator. "In patients without baseline brain metastases (n=88). The required number of OS events for a protocol-specified second interim analysis were not met at the CROWN 5-year analysis. OS follow-up is currently ongoing. AE, adverse event; ALK, anaplastic lymphoma kinase; ALT. alanine aminotransferase; AST, aspartate transaminase/aspartate aminotransferase; CIR, cumulative incidence rate; CNS, central nervous system; CPK creatine phosphokinase; IC, intracranial; mFU, median follow-up; mPFS, median progression free survival; NCCN, National Comprehensive Cancer Network"; NR, not reached; NSCLC, non-small cell lung cancer, OS, overall survivat PFS, progression free survival; TKL tyrosine kinase inhibitor; ALP, alkaline phosphatase 1. Referenced with permission from the NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines") for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer 2026. D National Comprehensive Cancer Network, Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Accessed November 6, 2025. To view the most recent complete version of the guideline, go online to NCCN org. NCCN makes no warranties of any kind whatsoever regarding their content, use or application and disclaims any responsibility for their application or use in any way. 2. Horn et al. JAMA Oncol. 2021;7(11):1617-1625. 3. Camidge DR, et al. J Thorac Oncol. 2021;16(12):2091-2108. 4. Mok T. et al. Ann Oncol. 2020;31(8):1056-1064. 5. Burudpakdee C, et al. Lung Cancer. 2018;119:103-111. 6. Peters S, et al. Ann Oncol. 2026;37(1):92-103. 7. Solomon BJ, et al. Clin Oncol 2024;42:3400-3409.
Rami Manochakian MD, FASCO Cancer Education
eXalt3 Data
4.5K impressions · 56 likes · Dec 18, 2024
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[Slide 1] FDA Q Search III Menu IN THIS SECTION Resources for Information I Approved Drugs FDA approves ensartinib for ALK-positive locally advanced or metastatic non- small cell lung cancer
Dr Amol Akhade
Dr Amol Akhade @SuyogCancer
eXalt3 Data
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[Slide 1] 2020 Presidential Symposium AUGUST 8, 2020 I WORLDWIDE Conclusions Ensartinib achieved 25.8 months mPFS in the ITT population and NR (HR = 0.45) in the mITT population as assessed by the BIRC in this preplanned interim analysis Leora Horn With longer follow-up, ensartinib is trending toward further improved mPFS overall and in patients without brain metastases at baseline Ensartinib showed superior efficacy in the brain over crizotinib Ensartinib showed a favorable safety profile with low-grade rash and transaminitis as the Topic: most frequent treatment-related AEs Phase III Randomized Study Ensartinib represents a new first-line treatment option for patients with ALK+ NSCLC of Ensartinib vs Crizotinib in Anaplastic Lymphoma Kinase (ALK) Positive NSCLC Patients: eXalt3 Dr Leora Horn, Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, Nashville, TN, USA, @HornLeora --- [Slide 2] JAMA Oncology RCT: Ensartinib vs Crizotinib for Patients With Anaplastic Lymphoma Kinase-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer POPULATION INTERVENTION FINDINGS 149 Men, 141 Women 290 Patients randomized In the intent-to-treat population, the median PFS was significantly longer with ensartinib than with crizotinib " !!!!! 100 80 Eligible adult patients had advanced, recurrent, Progression-free survival, % 60 Ensartinib 40 or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer that was positive for anaplastic lymphoma kinase 20 143 Oral ensartinib 147 Oral crizotinib Crizotinib Median age, 54 y (range, 25-90 y) 225 mg Once daily 250 mg Twice daily 0 0 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 Time, mo SETTINGS/LOCATIONS PRIMARY OUTCOME 120 Centers Blinded independent review committee-assessed progression-free Median PFS in 21 countries survival (PFS) according to Response Evaluation Criteria In Solid 25.8 mo with ensartinib vs 12.7 mo with crizotinib Tumours (RECIST). version 1.1 (HR, 0.51; 95% CI, 0.35-0.72; P<.001) Horn L. Wang Z. Wu G. et al. Ensartinib vs crizotinib for patients with anaplastic lymphoma kinase-positive non-small cell lung cancer: a randomized clinical trial. JAMA Oncol. © AMA Published online September 2. 2021. doi:10.1001/jamaoncol.2021.3523 --- [Slide 3] 07:30 a Voi) LTE LTE1 if all X did FDA approves ensar. Post : fda.gov FDA Q Search = Menu IN THIS SECTION Resources for Information Approved Drugs FDA approves ensartinib for ALK-positive locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer f Share X Post Email On December 18, 2024, the Food and Drug Administration approved ensartinib (Ensacove, Xcovery Holdings, Inc.) for adult patients with anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK)-positive locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who have not previously received an ALK-inhibitor. Full prescribing information for Ensacove will be posted on Drugs@FDA. Efficacy and Safety Efficacy was evaluated in eXALT3 --- [Slide 4] varied between ALK inhibitors. Alectinib led to the highest levels of cross- resistance to other ALKi, approximately 3x higher. Lorlatinib led to highest levels of cross-resistance to other drug classes. Treatment with lorlatinib led to resistance in 13 other drug classes. Ensartinib led to least cross-resistance to ALKi and other drug classes. While the H3122 derived cells more rapidly evolved ALKi resistance, first line treatment with ensartinib sensitized them to lorlatinib, extending overall response to ALKi. Conclusions: The
Eric K. Singhi, MD
Eric K. Singhi, MD @lungoncdoc
eXalt3 Data
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The Cancer Letter
The Cancer Letter @TheCancerLetter
eXalt3 Data
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Animesh
Animesh @animeshagrawal
eXalt3 Data
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[Slide 1] Ensartinib (N=143) Crizotinib (N=146) Event Grade 1-2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 1-2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 n (%) Any AE 69 (48.3) 64 (44.8) 7 (4.9) 1 (0.7) 83 (56.8) 52 (35.6) 6 (4.1) 4 (2.7) Rash (all)a 85 (59.4) 16 (11.2) 0 0 15 (10.3) 0 0 0 Alanine aminotransferase increased 66 (46.2) 6 (4.2) 0 0 58 (39.7) 11 (7.5) 0 0 Aspartate aminotransferase increased 53 (37.1) 1 (0.7) 0 0 53 (36.3) 4 (2.7) 0 0 Constipation 45 (31.5) 0 0 0 38 (26.0) 0 0 0 Cough 43 (30.1) 1 (0.7) 0 0 20 (13.7) 0 0 0 Pruritus (all)b 40 (28.0) 3 (2.1) 0 0 7 (4.8) 0 0 0 Nausea 38 (26.6) 2 (1.4) 0 0 41 (28.1) 3 (2.1) 0 0 Edema (all)c 36 (25.2) 3 (2.1) 0 0 38 (26.0) 3 (2.1) 0 0 Anemia 31 (21.7) 1 (0.7) 0 0 17 (11.6) 2 (1.4) 0 0 Blood alkaline phosphatase increased 29 (20.3) 1 (0.7) 0 0 24 (16.4) 1 (0.7) 0 0 Pyrexia 28 (19.6) 1 (0.7) 0 0 13 (8.9) 1 (0.7) 0 0 Blood creatinine increased 27 (18.9) 0 0 0 21 (14.4) 0 0 0 Vomiting 22 (15.4) 1 (0.7) 0 0 46 (31.5) 0 0 0 Decreased appetite 22 (15.4) 0 0 0 15 (10.3) 2 (1.4) 0 0 Gamma-glutamyltransferase increased 21 (14.7) 2 (1.4) 0 0 13 (8.9) 1 (0.7) 0 0 Back pain 20 (14.0) 0 0 0 10 (6.8) 0 0 0 Pain in extremity 18 (12.6) 0 0 0 12 (8.2) 0 0 0 Arthralgia 18 (12.6) 0 0 0 7 (4.8) 0 0 0 Hypoalbuminemia 17 (11.9) 0 0 0 20 (13.7) 1 (0.7) 0 0 Upper respiratory tract infection 17 (11.9) 1 (0.7) 0 0 15 (10.3) 0 0 0 Dizziness 17 (11.9) 0 0 0 14 (9.6) 1 (0.7) 0 0 Alopecia 16 (11.2) 0 0 0 7 (4.8) 0 0 0 Dysgeusia 15 (10.5) 0 0 0 16 (11.0) 0 0 0 Fatigue 15 (10.5) 1 (0.7) 0 0 10 (6.8) 2 (1.4) 0 0 Dry skin 14 (9.8) 1 (0.7) 0 0 1 (0.7) 0 0 0 Hyperuricemia 13 (9.1) 1 (0.7) 1 (0.7) 0 6 (4.1) 0 0 0
Animesh
Animesh @animeshagrawal
eXalt3 Data
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Oncology Brothers
Oncology Brothers@OncBrothers

Another ALK inhibitor (#ensartinib) gets @US_FDA approval eXalt3 study: - 1L, Ph III, ALK+ mNSCLC vs Crizotinib - Ensartinib vs crizotinib (NR vs 12.7mos, HR: 0.45) -...

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Eric K. Singhi, MD
Eric K. Singhi, MD@lungoncdoc

In case you missed it: real progress is happening in ALK+ NSCLC. And we are just getting started. Here’s to what’s next. @myESMO #ELCC26

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Stephen V Liu, MD
Stephen V Liu, MD@StephenVLiu

FDA approves ensartinib for #ALK NSCLC based on phase III eXALT3 trial that compared 1L ensartinib &amp; crizotinib. PFS favored ensartinib (25.8m vs 12.7m, HR 0.56), no OS...

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Rami Manochakian MD, FASCO Cancer Education
Rami Manochakian MD, FASCO Cancer Education@RManochakian

🔥🚨@OncoAlert Hot off the press. @US_FDA approves NEW #ALK inhibitor (#Ensartinib) for 1st line Tx of advanced #ALK+...

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Gil Morgan, MD
Gil Morgan, MD@weoncologists

The approval was based on the eXALT3 trial, a randomized study comparing ensartinib to crizotinib in 290 patients. Ensartinib significantly improved progression-free survival (PFS) with a median of...

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Dr Amol Akhade
Dr Amol Akhade@SuyogCancer

This was presented in 2020. This was published in 2021. It got approval in fag end of 2024. Was @FDAOncology playing monopoly game ? Ensartinib vs Lorlatinib? What will u prefer ? Who...

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IASLC
IASLC@IASLC

ICYMI: The US FDA approves ensartinib for ALK-positive NSCLC and provides an updated regulatory review of subcutaneous amivantamab. More updates in ILCN: #LCSM

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Eric K. Singhi, MD
Eric K. Singhi, MD@lungoncdoc

@US_FDA approves ensartinib for ALK+ NSCLC. Back in 2017, during my time as an intern @VUMCMedicineRes, I co-wrote one of my first oncology review articles on the eXalt3 trial with...

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ilyas sahin, MD
ilyas sahin, MD@ilyassahinMD

FDA approves ensartinib for ALK-positive locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer ✅.

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Timothe Olivier, MD
Timothe Olivier, MD@Timothee_MD

@SuyogCancer @FDAOncology @StephenVLiu data leading to FDA approval have been digitized on see : eXALT3 trial❗️

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About the eXalt3 Trial

eXALT3 is a global, open-label, randomized Phase 3 trial that established ensartinib (Ensacove) as a first-line treatment option for patients with ALK-positive locally advanced or metastatic NSCLC. The trial compared ensartinib 225 mg daily to crizotinib 250 mg twice daily in 290 ALK TKI-naive patients and demonstrated a statistically significant improvement in progression-free survival. Ensartinib also showed superior intracranial activity, with a CNS objective response rate nearly three times that of crizotinib, addressing a critical unmet need in ALK-positive NSCLC where brain metastases are common.

FDA Approval

FDA APPROVED Ensacove (ensartinib) — Adult patients with ALK-positive locally advanced or metastatic NSCLC who have not previously received an ALK-targeted therapy

On November 18, 2024, the FDA approved ensartinib (Ensacove) for 1L ALK-positive locally advanced or metastatic NSCLC based on the eXALT3 trial demonstrating a 44% reduction in risk of progression or death versus crizotinib (PFS HR 0.56). This was a traditional approval (not accelerated). Ensartinib is developed by Xcovery/BeiGene and is the fifth ALK TKI approved for first-line use.

Companion diagnostic: Vysis ALK Break Apart FISH Probe Kit (Abbott) co-approved for patient selection.

Source: FDA Press Release

Trial Methodology & Results

Study Design

Phase 3, global, open-label, 1:1 randomized, active-controlled, multicenter trial comparing ensartinib to crizotinib in ALK TKI-naive patients with locally advanced or metastatic ALK-positive NSCLC. ALK positivity confirmed by FDA-approved Vysis FISH assay. Randomization stratified by prior chemotherapy (0 vs 1), ECOG PS (0/1 vs 2), CNS metastases (yes/no), and geographic region (Asia vs rest of world). Treatment continued in 28-day cycles until progression or unacceptable toxicity.

Population

Adults with locally advanced (stage IIIB) or metastatic (stage IV) ALK-positive NSCLC who had not previously received an ALK TKI. Up to one prior chemotherapy regimen permitted. Asymptomatic brain metastases allowed (untreated if not on corticosteroids; treated if on stable/decreasing corticosteroids). ECOG PS 0-2 required. Baseline demographics: median age 54, 51% male, 56% Asian, 41% White, 95% ECOG PS 0-1, 62% never smokers, 36% with baseline CNS metastases, 26% with prior chemotherapy.

Interventions

Ensartinib 225 mg orally once daily (n=143) versus crizotinib 250 mg orally twice daily (n=147), both administered in 28-day cycles until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. Crossover was not allowed, but treatment beyond progression was permitted.

Primary Endpoints

Primary endpoint: progression-free survival (PFS) by blinded independent central review (BICR) per RECIST v1.1. Key secondary endpoints: overall survival (OS), CNS response rate by BICR, time to CNS progression by BICR, and overall response rate (ORR). Other endpoints included patient-reported quality of life (EORTC QLQ-C30/LC13) and time to deterioration.

Progression-Free Survival (PFS)

eXALT3 met its primary endpoint with a statistically significant PFS improvement. PFS HR was 0.56 (95% CI: 0.40-0.79; p=0.0007), representing a 44% reduction in the risk of progression or death. Median PFS was 25.8 months (95% CI: 21.8-NE) with ensartinib versus 12.7 months (95% CI: 9.2-16.6) with crizotinib. ORR was 74% (95% CI: 66%-81%) vs 67% (95% CI: 58%-74%), with complete response rates of 12% vs 5%. CNS ORR in patients with measurable baseline brain disease was 59% (95% CI: 33%-82%) vs 21% (95% CI: 7%-42%), including 24% vs 8% complete responses.

PFS HR 0.56 — 44% risk reduction vs crizotinib

Source: FDA Approval Announcement

Overall Survival (OS)

At the final OS analysis, there was no statistically significant difference between arms. Median OS was 63.2 months with ensartinib versus 55.7 months with crizotinib (HR 0.88; 95% CI: 0.63-1.23; p=0.4570). The lack of OS difference is consistent with the availability of effective subsequent ALK TKIs, allowing crossover benefit in the crizotinib arm. Both arms showed extended survival consistent with the favorable natural history of ALK-positive NSCLC.


Source: FDA Integrated Review (NDA 218171)

Safety & Tolerability

Grade 3-4 AEs occurred in approximately 50% of ensartinib patients vs 40% with crizotinib. Rash was the most common adverse reaction at 66% all-grade (12% Grade 3-4) vs 10% with crizotinib. ALT elevation occurred in 73% (5% Grade 3-4). Pruritus in 30% (2.1% G3-4). Musculoskeletal pain in 36%. Treatment discontinuation due to AEs was 12%, with key reasons being pneumonitis/ILD (2.1%), increased ALT (2.1%), and increased AST (2.1%). Dose interruptions occurred in 41% and dose reductions in 24%. One fatal adverse reaction (0.7%) due to bronchopneumonia was reported.

Rash 66% (12% G3) — 12% discontinuation

Source: FDA Integrated Review

Clinical Implications

The FDA approved ensartinib (Ensacove) on November 18, 2024, for adult patients with ALK-positive locally advanced or metastatic NSCLC who have not previously received an ALK TKI. Ensartinib joins a competitive 1L ALK+ landscape alongside lorlatinib (CROWN, PFS HR 0.19), alectinib (ALEX), and brigatinib (ALTA-1L). While ensartinib's PFS HR of 0.56 vs crizotinib is clinically meaningful, the comparator was crizotinib rather than a next-gen ALK TKI, limiting direct cross-trial interpretation. Ensartinib's strong CNS activity (59% intracranial ORR) is notable. Key debates include positioning versus lorlatinib (which showed deeper PFS benefit), the significance of the rash profile (66% vs lorlatinib's CNS/metabolic AEs), and whether ensartinib offers a differentiated safety-efficacy balance for specific patient populations.

eXalt3 in the News

Key KOL Sentiments - eXalt3

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Eric K. Singhi, MD
@lungoncdoc
● POSITIVE @US_FDA approves ensartinib for ALK+ NSCLC. Back in 2017, during my time as an intern @VUMCMedicineRes, I co-wrote one of my first oncology review articles on the eXalt3 trial with Dr. @HornLeora. Full circle moment to see this approval. https://t
ilyas sahin, MD
@ilyassahinMD
● POSITIVE FDA approves ensartinib for ALK-positive locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer ✅. https://t.co/HjZwB5v05q
The Cancer Letter
@TheCancerLetter
● POSITIVE FDA approved Ensacove (ensartinib) for adult patients with anaplastic lymphoma kinase-positive locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell #LungCancer who have not previously received an ALK-inhibitor. https://t.co/vLz0tT2Opf https://t.co/gBhbEr8kY
Matteo Fila
@MatteoFilaMD
● POSITIVE @StephenVLiu It is extremely relevant trying to find new TKIs, no doubt about that but pretty sure this one won’t undermine alectinib/lorlatinib domain
Dipesh Uprety MD FACP
@DipeshUpretyMD
● POSITIVE eXalt3 study: This open-label phase 3 trial randomized ALK-positive patients with advanced, recurrent, or metastatic ALK-positive to ensartinib or crizotinib. Ensartinib showed superior systemic and intracranial efficacy.. #LCSM https://t.co/XdxR
JAMA Oncology
@JAMAOnc
● POSITIVE In a randomized 1L phase 3 (eXalt3) trial in #ALK-positive #NSCLC, PFS was significantly longer with ensartinib vs crizotinib (NR vs 12.7 months, HR=0.45) by BIRC with a favorable safety profile. CNS ORR was 64% with ensartinib vs 21% with crizotinib
● POSITIVE Another great option for #alk #lungcancer but why are we still using Crizotinib as a control arm? Ensartinib vs Crizotinib for Patients With ALK-Positive NSCLC with a PFS 26 vs 13 mos (HR 0.51) by @HornLeora Et al. https://t.co/VpEps7iZm2 via @JA
Dr Amr Sakr
@Dr_Amr_Sakr
● POSITIVE @StephenVLiu Lorlatinib is easy to be used (one tablet, once daily) and had a stronger biochemical inhibition of many resistant genes like G1202R
The ASCO Post
@ASCOPost
● POSITIVE Ensartinib Shows Superior Efficacy to Crizotinib in Advanced ALK-Positive NSCLC: eXalt3 Trial https://t.co/Iv97ZewGUC #LCSM #oncology #cancer
● POSITIVE In a randomized #clinicaltrial, SCI leader Heather Wakelee &amp; colleagues identified ensartinib as a new first-line option for patients with anaplastic lymphoma kinase-positive non-small cell #lungcancer. #nsclc @HwakeleeMD @JAMAOnc https://t.co/w
Sandip Patel MD
@PatelOncology
● POSITIVE @StephenVLiu @IASLC @christine_lovly Very nice discussion by @christine_lovly and kudos to @HornLeora as well on the study. No direct comparison studies available though can glean some data from ALK Master on mutation guided front. Agree that tox (me
Ben Solomon
@bensolomon1
● POSITIVE Great presentation of eXalt3 by @HornLeora and discussion by @christine_lovly Ensartinib now another firstline second generation TKI option for ALK positive NSCLC. PFS HR 0.51/0.45 in ITT/mITT populations respectively #VPS20 @IASLC #LCSM https://t.co
● POSITIVE After Dr. Leora Horn presented the final results of eXalt3 study: ENSARTINIB being superior than crizotinib, Dr.Christine Lovly analyzed all ALK data and this new one, and gave a great perspective of where are we moving now. Masterpiece presentation
Chul Kim
@chulkimMD
● POSITIVE Great discussion and helpful summary slides by @christine_lovly. Toxicities differ between ALK TKIs. How do we choose the treatment? How do we move the field forward? NCI ALK protocol, combination treatment trials are ongoing. #WCLC20 https://t.co/46
Oncology Brothers
@OncBrothers
● NEUTRAL Another ALK inhibitor (#ensartinib) gets @US_FDA approval eXalt3 study: - 1L, Ph III, ALK+ mNSCLC vs Crizotinib - Ensartinib vs crizotinib (NR vs 12.7mos, HR: 0.45) - CNS ORR 64% w/ ensartinib vs 21% - AES: rash, 💪 pain, nause #OncTwitter #MedTw
● NEUTRAL 🔥🚨@OncoAlert Hot off the press. @US_FDA approves NEW #ALK inhibitor (#Ensartinib) for 1st line Tx of advanced #ALK+ #NSCLC Approval based on #eXALT3 trial of #Ensartinib vs #Crizotinib. ⬆️ #mPFS: 25.8 vs 12.7 months (HR: 0.56). No #OS differenc
Gil Morgan, MD
@weoncologists
● NEUTRAL The approval was based on the eXALT3 trial, a randomized study comparing ensartinib to crizotinib in 290 patients. Ensartinib significantly improved progression-free survival (PFS) with a median of 25.8 months versus 12.7 months for crizotinib #NSCLC
Dr Amol Akhade
@SuyogCancer
● NEUTRAL This was presented in 2020. This was published in 2021. It got approval in fag end of 2024. Was @FDAOncology playing monopoly game ? Ensartinib vs Lorlatinib? What will u prefer ? Who develops more cross resistant? What's the reason for delay in
IASLC
@IASLC
● NEUTRAL ICYMI: The US FDA approves ensartinib for ALK-positive NSCLC and provides an updated regulatory review of subcutaneous amivantamab. More updates in ILCN: https://t.co/g5vcoT9ktr #LCSM
Timothe Olivier, MD
@Timothee_MD
● NEUTRAL @SuyogCancer @FDAOncology @StephenVLiu data leading to FDA approval have been digitized on https://t.co/Q59lZQAEaZ see : eXALT3 trial❗️
Animesh
@animeshagrawal
● NEUTRAL (5/n) While we await further follow up, the FDA has approved the drug as another alternative in the first line setting. Here are my thoughts. - Post progression therapy has not been detailed. Interestingly on both arms, superior drugs available. -
Clay Reed, MD
@ClayReedMD
● NEUTRAL @StephenVLiu Any special situations in which you would use it first line over alec or loralatinib?
Jarushka Naidoo
@DrJNaidoo
● NEUTRAL Ph III exalt3 Ensartinib v Crizotinib in ALK-+ NSCLC: - mPFS 25.8 v 12.7mo - CNS RR 63.6% v 21.1% - AEs: 7.7% vs 6.1%, mainly rash Multiple 1L options in ALK+ NSCLC optimum sequence of TKIs in ALK+ nsclc will be a high priority to study @OncoAle
Dr. Iván R. González
@Dr_Ivanoncologo
● NEUTRAL @IASLC #WCLC20 #QualityOfLife outcomes and subgroup analysis in a phase 3 randomized study of #ensartinib vs #crizotinib in anaplastic lymphoma kinase (#ALKpositive #NSCLC pts: #EXALT3 by Wu Y. and team @OncoAlert @StephenVLiu https://t.co/yxjXcTlD2O
Matthew Smeltzer
@MattSmeltzer
● NEUTRAL Promising Phase III results for ALK+ patients treated on eXalt3 from @HornLeora #ALK #LCSM #VPS20 https://t.co/6yKWMvrIod
Jordi Remon
@JordiRemon
● NEUTRAL Four ALK TKI ⬆️PFS in 1st L and ⬇️ 50% risk of PD. ALEX &amp; eXALT3 crossover NOT allowed (ethic?).Best opt 1stL: Safety, intracranial activity, availability issues for choosing. Best option at PD: acces to other ALK TKI or MET inh real issues #WCLC
Mass General MDs
@MassGeneralMDs
● NEUTRAL An editorial written by #MassGeneral physician @IbiayiMD Ibiayi Dagogo-Jack, MD, was covered as part of an article by @medpagetoday. The editorial accompanies a study which found that ensartinib performed better than crizotinib in the treatment of NS
GBOT Alerta
@GBOT_Alerta
● NEUTRAL Simpósio Presidencial IASLC 2020- eXalt3: ensartinib sup to crizo in ALK+ NSCLC: mPFS 25.8 mo., ORR 75%, mOS not reached, 59% responding @3y; more rash and ALT elev #IASLC #WCLC #GBOT_Alerta @GilbertodeCas13 https://t.co/s1QpTCHbop
Alex Menter
@Alexmenter
● NEUTRAL @chulkimMD @brunolarvol @HornLeora Why wasn’t alectinib the SOC arm? Even if design predated 2017, most accruals surely took place after April 2017.
Nat Lester-Coll, MD
@DrLesterColl
● NEUTRAL 🚨@OncoAlert Interim analysis of eXalt3: Ph 3 RCT of ensartinib v crizotinib in 290 pts w IIIB/IV TKI-naive ALK-positive NSCLC Ensartinib⬆️PFS (25.8 v 12.7 mos) and⬇️new brain mets at 1 yr in pts without baseline brain mets (4.2% v 23.9%) https://t.
Antonio Passaro
@APassaroMD
● NEUTRAL Very exhaustive summary by @christine_lovly discussing the eXalt3 results. Here a focus on next-gen ALK TKIs results vs Crizotinib, waiting for CROWN results investigating #lorlatinib in the same #setting #VPS20 #LCSM #WCLC20 https://t.co/CdE1SolGw
● NEUTRAL Interim results of a phase 3 #lungcancer trial found that ALK-positive #NSCLC patients treated with ensartinib fared better and lived longer than those who received crizotinib. Leora Horn, M.D., discusses the trial. @HornLeora @VUMC_Cancer @christine
Carlos Alvarez
@duemed
● NEUTRAL From @christine_lovly discussion on eXalt3 at #vps20 #WCLC20 https://t.co/Mf9blcuXq3
Vivek Subbiah, MD
@VivekSubbiah
● NEUTRAL Ensartinib vs Crizotinib for Patients With ALK-Positive NSCLC https://t.co/rlHpiG98iJ via @JAMAOnc part of @JAMANetwork
Logy
@logylive
● NEUTRAL eXalt3 results presented by @HornLeora show patients receiving ensartinib experienced significantly longer progression-free survival in #NSCLC patients with ALK+ than those receiving crizotinib. Watch Dr. Horn discussing the trial https://t.co/fkTkBa
Ivy Elkins
@ivybelkins
● NEUTRAL @HornLeora, MD: Phase III Randomized Study of Ensartinib vs Crizotinib in Anaplastic Lymphoma Kinase (ALK) Positive NSCLC Patients: eXalt3 Ensartinib is a new 1st line treatment option for @ALKLungCancer @alk_fusion patients. #lcsm #WCLC20 #VPS20 @O
Jeff Ryckman
@jryckman3
● NEUTRAL @DrLesterColl @OncoAlert @JAMAOnc Nice! But how do our med oncs choose between alectinib, brigatinib, lorlatinib, and ensartinib? Seems brigatinib as salvage or lorlatinib for G1202R is most clear. Seems ALEX closed in 2016, too bad alectinib wasn’t
Nirmal Raut
@oncologician
● NEUTRAL @StephenVLiu Alectinib- safe side effect profile than Lorlatinib.Also Lorlatinib can be used for G1202R (common after Alectinib) later on progression .
Stephen V Liu, MD
@StephenVLiu
● NEGATIVE FDA approves ensartinib for #ALK NSCLC based on phase III eXALT3 trial that compared 1L ensartinib &amp; crizotinib. PFS favored ensartinib (25.8m vs 12.7m, HR 0.56), no OS difference. Active drug but unlikely to impact care for most, unless cost is
M. Bolton
@5_utr
● NEGATIVE @SuyogCancer @FDAOncology And yet if an ORR or DCR is sneezed in the right direction we have accelerated approval 🤷‍♂️
Giannis Mountzios
@g_mountzios
● NEGATIVE @JordiRemon @christine_lovly Let’s just hope that this the last trial where we see crizotinib as the comparator arm. Not the SOC in first line for two years now. IMO, it will be unethical to design clinical trials with crizo as control from now onwar
Tejas Patil
@TejasPatilMD
● NEGATIVE Ensartinib in an already crowded #ALK TKI #NSCLC space. @IASLC #LCSM #MedTwitter https://t.co/yPrcdmfa28