Drug Interactions between alprazolam and tazemetostat
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- alprazolam
- tazemetostat
Interactions between your drugs
ALPRAZolam tazemetostat
Applies to: alprazolam and tazemetostat
MONITOR: Coadministration with tazemetostat may decrease the plasma concentrations of drugs that are primarily metabolized by the CYP450 3A4 isoenzyme. The proposed mechanism is increased clearance due to induction of CYP450 3A4 by tazemetostat. According to the product labeling, coadministration of tazemetostat (800 mg twice daily) with the sensitive CYP450 3A4 substrate midazolam in patients led to reduction in the systemic exposure (AUC 0 to 12 hours) and peak plasma concentration (Cmax) of midazolam by 40% and 21%, respectively. The interaction may be more significant for sensitive CYP450 3A4 substrates.
MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised when tazemetostat is used concomitantly with drugs that undergo metabolism by CYP450 3A4. Dose adjustments as well as clinical and laboratory monitoring may be appropriate for some drugs whenever tazemetostat is added to or withdrawn from therapy.
References
- (2020) "Product Information. Tazverik (tazemetostat)." Epizyme, Inc
Drug and food interactions
tazemetostat food
Applies to: tazemetostat
GENERALLY AVOID: Consumption of grapefruit or grapefruit juice during tazemetostat therapy may significantly increase the plasma concentrations of tazemetostat. The proposed mechanism is inhibition of the CYP450 3A4-mediated metabolism of tazemetostat by certain compounds in grapefruit. Because grapefruit juice inhibits primarily intestinal rather than hepatic CYP450 3A4, the magnitude of interaction is greatest for those drugs that undergo significant presystemic metabolism by CYP450 3A4 (i.e., drugs with low oral bioavailability). According to the product labeling, coadministration of tazemetostat (400 mg twice daily) with the moderate CYP450 3A4 inhibitor fluconazole increased the tazemetostat steady state exposure (AUC 0 to 8 hours) by 3.1-fold and peak plasma concentration by 2.3-fold. In general, the effect of grapefruit juice is concentration-, dose- and preparation-dependent, and can vary widely among brands. Certain preparations of grapefruit juice (e.g., high dose, double strength) have sometimes demonstrated potent inhibition of CYP450 3A4, while other preparations (e.g., low dose, single strength) have typically demonstrated moderate inhibition. Pharmacokinetic interactions involving grapefruit juice are also subject to a high degree of interpatient variability, thus the extent to which a given patient may be affected is difficult to predict. Clinically, this interaction may result in an increased risk of the frequency or severity of adverse reactions due to tazemetostat such as hemorrhage, pleural effusion, skin infection, dyspnea, pain, and respiratory distress.
MANAGEMENT: The manufacturer advises that patients treated with tazemetostat should avoid consumption of grapefruit or grapefruit juice.
References
- (2020) "Product Information. Tazverik (tazemetostat)." Epizyme, Inc
ALPRAZolam food
Applies to: alprazolam
GENERALLY AVOID: The pharmacologic activity of oral midazolam, triazolam, and alprazolam may be increased if taken after drinking grapefruit juice. The proposed mechanism is CYP450 3A4 enzyme inhibition. In addition, acute alcohol ingestion may potentiate CNS depression and other CNS effects of many benzodiazepines. Tolerance may develop with chronic ethanol use. The mechanism may be decreased clearance of the benzodiazepines because of CYP450 hepatic enzyme inhibition. Also, it has been suggested that the cognitive deficits induced by benzodiazepines may be increased in patients who chronically consume large amounts of alcohol.
MANAGEMENT: The manufacturer recommends that grapefruit juice should not be taken with oral midazolam. Patients taking triazolam or alprazolam should be monitored for excessive sedation. Alternatively, the patient could consume orange juice which does not interact with these drugs. Patients should be advised to avoid alcohol during benzodiazepine therapy.
References
- (2002) "Product Information. Xanax (alprazolam)." Pharmacia and Upjohn
- (2002) "Product Information. Valium (diazepam)." Roche Laboratories
- (2001) "Product Information. Halcion (triazolam)." Pharmacia and Upjohn
- (1995) "Grapefruit juice interactions with drugs." Med Lett Drugs Ther, 37, p. 73-4
- Kupferschmidt HHT, Ha HR, Ziegler WH, Meier PJ, Krahenbuhl S (1995) "Interaction between grapefruit juice and midazolam in humans." Clin Pharmacol Ther, 58, p. 20-8
- Hukkinen SK, Varhe A, Olkkola KT, Neuvonen PJ (1995) "Plasma concentrations of triazolam are increased by concomitant ingestion of grapefruit juice." Clin Pharmacol Ther, 58, p. 127-31
- Bailey DG, Dresser GR, Kreeft JH, Munoz C, Freeman DJ, Bend JR (2000) "Grapefruit-felodipine interaction: Effect of unprocessed fruit and probable active ingredients." Clin Pharmacol Ther, 68, p. 468-77
Therapeutic duplication warnings
No warnings were found for your selected drugs.
Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum.
See also
Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
No interaction information available. |
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