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Background Single-agent belamaf, a B-cell maturation antigen-targeting antibody-drug conjugate, induced durable responses with a manageable safety profile in patients with RRMM at 13 months of follow-up (DREAMM-2; NCT03525678). The unique multimodal mechanisms of action (MoAs) of belamaf, in combination with MoAs of selected agents, have the potential to achieve synergistic effects in RRMM to further enhance the benefit-risk profile. Belamaf is being evaluated in DREAMM-5 in various lines of treatment, as monotherapy or in combination with other agents. Methods DREAMM-5 (NCT04126200) is a phase 1/2 platform study that utilizes a master protocol with separate sub-studies comprised of sequential dose-exploration (DE) and cohort-expansion (CE) phases to identify effective belamaf combinations compared with a shared single-agent belamaf control arm (CE phase only). In the DE phase, patients will be assigned to one of the multiple belamaf dosing combination cohorts by a predetermined algorithm (N≤10 per cohort). A recommended phase 2 dose (RP2D) for each combination will be identified based on safety and preliminary efficacy in the DE phase. An interim analysis of safety, pharmacokinetic, biomarker, and efficacy data will be performed for each combination to determine if it should move forward to the CE phase. Patients in the CE phase (N≥35 per cohort) will be randomized to a sub-study, and within a sub-study, to either the combination arm or belamaf control arm. Patients will also be stratified by number of prior therapies; eligible patients will have received ≥3 prior lines, including an immunomodulatory agent, proteasome inhibitor, and anti-CD38 antibody. All patients will provide informed consent for participation. Primary objectives of the study are to identify the RP2D (DE phase), the overall response rate (≥partial response, CE phase), and safety and tolerability for each combination. Sub-study 1 (combination with GSK3174998, OX40 agonist antibody) is no longer open to enrollment. Sub-studies 2 (combination with GSK3359609, feladilimab, anti-ICOS agonist), 3 (combination with nirogacestat [PF-03084014; SpringWorks Therapeutics], gamma-secretase inhibitor), and 4 (combination with dostarlimab, PD-1 antagonist antibody) are currently open to enrollment. Sub-study 5 (combination with isatuximab [Sanofi], CD38 antagonist antibody) will be open to enrollment soon. Additional sub-studies will be explored based on scientific rationale and/or available preclinical combination data. Funding GSK (208887; NCT04126200). Belamaf drug linker technology licensed from Seagen Inc.; mAb produced using POTELLIGENT Technology licensed from BioWa. Nirogacestat and isatuximab produced by and used in collaboration with SpringWorks Therapeutics and Sanofi, respectively Encore Statement ©2021 European Hematology Association, Inc. Reused with permission. This abstract was accepted and previously presented at the 2021 EHA Annual Meeting. All rights reserved.

Context Belamaf is a B-cell maturation antigen-targeting antibody-drug conjugate approved in the US and EU for the treatment of RRMM. Ocular events (OEs) during the DREAMM-2 trial (NCT03525678) included corneal exam findings (punctate keratopathy and microcyst-like epithelial changes), BCVA changes, and ocular symptoms. Dose reductions or delays based on corneal exam findings and BCVA were used to manage OEs. Objective To study relationships between exam findings, BCVA changes, and patient-reported ocular symptoms in a post hoc analysis to explore if BCVA changes and symptoms alone could guide dosing. Methods Patients receiving single-agent belamaf (2.5 mg/kg) had eye evaluations (including a corneal exam and BCVA assessment of Snellen visual acuity) performed by ophthalmologists at baseline and prior to each dose. Changes in the corneal epithelium (Ker) and BCVA were assessed per protocol-defined criteria and assessment of grade was based on the worse eye. BCVA grading was relative to baseline. Patient-reported ocular symptoms were reported per the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events. Results In 12.5% of eye evaluations Grade 3–4 Ker was associated with minimal or no (Grade ≤1) BCVA changes. When patient-reported ocular symptoms were also considered, only 7.5% of evaluations found Grade 3–4 Ker with Grade ≤1 BCVA changes or ocular symptoms. Mild or no (Grade ≤2) Ker was associated with Grade ≤1 BCVA changes in 59.5% of evaluations, or in 38.8% of evaluations with no ocular symptoms reported. Overall, Grade 3–4 Ker were found in 24.9% of evaluations; by contrast, patients had Grade 2–4 BCVA changes or ocular symptoms in 53.7% of evaluations. Conclusions BCVA changes and ocular symptoms should be further investigated to determine if they can be used as alternatives (e.g., frequency of eye examinations based on symptoms) for the management of belamaf dosing to potentially reduce the burden on patients and healthcare professionals. Funding GlaxoSmithKline (205678; NCT03525678). Drug linker technology licensed from Seagen Inc.; mAb produced using POTELLIGENT Technology licensed from BioWa. © 2021 American Society of Clinical Oncology, Inc. Reused with permission. This abstract was accepted and previously presented at the 2021 ASCO Annual Meeting. All rights reserved.

Context: Single-agent belamaf demonstrated deep and durable responses in the DREAMM-2 ( NCT03525678 ) primary analysis (1) and long-term follow-up (2,3). Keratopathy (microcyst-like epithelial changes [MECs] observed on eye examination with/without symptoms) were managed through dose delays and reductions. Objective: To provide an update on the impact of dose delays on responses in patients receiving single-agent belamaf 2.5-mg/kg in DREAMM-2 (13-month follow-up). Methods: In the DREAMM-2 study (single-agent belamaf 2.5 mg/kg [n=97] or 3.4 mg/kg [n=99] Q3W), dose modifications were permitted to manage adverse events (AEs), including keratopathy (MECs), an eye examination finding that may/may not be associated with symptoms. Objective response (IMWG criteria 2016) was assessed by an independent review committee Q3W, regardless of treatment delays. Here, we report a post-hoc analysis on the impact of dose delays >63 days on clinical response in the 2.5-mg/kg arm (the selected dose for future clinical development based on risk–benefit assessment). Results: In patients receiving single-agent belamaf (2.5 mg/kg), dose delays (54%) and reductions (35%) due to AEs were common (2,3). Keratopathy (MECs) was the most frequent reason for dose delays (47%) and reductions (25%), leading to only 1 patient (1%) discontinuing treatment (2,3). Of 31 patients with ≥partial response, 16 had prolonged treatment interruptions (>63 days). Of these 16 patients, 14 (88%) continued experiencing a clinical benefit during the first prolonged delay: 6 (38%) deepened their response during delay (1 SD to MR; 2 PR to VGPR; 2 MR to VGPR; 1 VGPR to CR); 6 (38%) maintained the same response category as that of the last evaluable assessment during delay/first evaluable assessment after delay; 2 (13%) had increasing paraproteins during the delay but did not meet progression criteria. Two (13%) developed disease progression (1 patient 6 weeks into delay; 1 patient 3 weeks after delay). Conclusions: Despite dose delays lasting for several cycles to manage AEs, most responses were sustained throughout the delay, thus maintaining clinical benefit for the majority of patients. Funding: GlaxoSmithKline (205678). Drug linker technology licensed from Seattle Genetics; monoclonal antibody produced using POTELLIGENT Technology licensed from BioWa. References: [1] Lonial Lancet Oncol 2020. [2] Lonial ASCO 2020, EP436. [3] Lonial EHA 2020, EP970.

Context: Belamaf showed deep and durable single-agent activity in the pivotal DREAMM-2 study primary analysis ( NCT03525678 ) (1–7) in a patient population that historically has a poor prognosis (overall survival [OS] 6–9 months). Objective: To present longer-term efficacy/safety outcomes (13-month follow-up) with single-agent belamaf in DREAMM-2 in the overall patient population and patients with HR cytogenetics and RI, subgroups with poor outcomes. Methods: DREAMM-2 is an ongoing study of belamaf 2.5 mg/kg (n=97) or 3.4 mg/kg (n=99). Primary outcome: overall response rate (ORR; ≥partial response). In post-hoc analyses, HR-cytogenetics included t(4;14), t(14;16), 17p13del, or 1q21 + . RI was based on eGFR (mild: ≥60– Results: Overall population ORRs in the 2.5 mg/kg and 3.4 mg/kg groups were 32% (97.5% CI: 21.7–43.6) and 35% (97.5% CI: 24.8–47.0); 19% and 23% of patients (58% and 66% of responders) achieved very good partial response or better. Median duration of response was 11.0 (95% CI: 4.2–not reached [NR]) and 6.2 months (95% CI: 4.8–NR). Median progression-free survival was 2.8 (95% CI: 1.6–3.6) and 3.9 months (95% CI: 2.0–5.8); median estimated OS was 13.7 (95% CI: 9.9–NR) and 13.8 months (95% CI: 10.0–NR). Most common Grade ≥3 adverse events (AEs) were keratopathy (microcyst-like epithelial changes [MECs] observed on eye examination; 2.5 mg/kg: 46%; 3.4 mg/kg: 42%), thrombocytopenia (2.5 mg/kg: 22%; 3.4 mg/kg: 32%), and anemia (2.5 mg/kg: 21%; 3.4 mg/kg: 27%). AE-related permanent discontinuation occurred in 9% and 12%; discontinuation due to MECs was rare (2.5 mg/kg: 1%; 3.4 mg/kg: 3%). HR cytogenetics and RI subgroup analyses will be presented at the conference. Conclusions: Deep and durable responses to single-agent belamaf were sustained and no new safety signals identified with longer follow-up in this heavily pretreated RRMM population. Funding: GSK (205678). Drug linker technology licensed from Seattle Genetics; mAb produced using POTELLIGENT Technology licensed from BioWa. References: [1] Lonial et al. Lancet Oncol. 2020. [2] Lonial et al. ASCO 2020. EP436. [3] Lonial et al. EHA 2020. EP970. [4] Cohen et al. ASCO 2020. EP441. [5] Trudel et al. EHA 2020. EP1037. [6] Lee et al. ASCO 2020. EP419. [7] Lee et al. EHA 2020. EP1006.

We conducted an international phase II trial to evaluate two dose levels of ofatumumab, a human CD20 monoclonal antibody, combined with fludarabine and cyclophosphamide (O-FC) as frontline therapy for chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). Patients with active CLL were randomized to ofatumumab 500 mg (n=31) or 1000 mg (n=30) day 1, with fludarabine 25 mg/m2 and cyclophosphamide 250 mg/m2 days 2-4, course 1; days 1-3, courses 2-6; every 4 weeks for 6 courses. First ofatumumab dose was 300 mg for both cohorts. The median age was 56 years; 13% of patients had 17p deletion; 64% had β2-microglobulin > 3.5 mg/L. Complete response (CR) rate (1996 NCI-WG criteria) assessed by an Independent Review Committee was 32% for the 500-mg and 50% for the 1000-mg cohort; overall response rate (ORR) was 77% and 73%, respectively. Based on univariable regression analyses, β2-microglobulin and number of O-FC courses were significantly correlated ( P