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Drug Interactions between avacopan and octreotide

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Moderate

octreotide avacopan

Applies to: octreotide and avacopan

MONITOR: Coadministration with inhibitors of CYP450 3A4 may increase the plasma concentrations of avacopan. CYP450 3A4 is the primary enzyme responsible for the clearance of avacopan and for the formation and clearance of the major circulating metabolite M1, a mono-hydroxylated metabolite with similar pharmacologic activity as avacopan on the complement 5a receptor (C5aR). When avacopan was administered with the potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitor, itraconazole (200 mg once daily for 4 days), avacopan peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) increased by 1.9-fold and 2.2-fold, respectively. The Cmax and AUC of M1 were not significantly altered. The interaction has not been studied with other, less potent inhibitors.

MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised when avacopan is used with CYP450 3A4 inhibitors. Patients should be monitored for serious adverse reactions such as hepatotoxicity and infections.

References

  1. (2021) "Product Information. Tavneos (avacopan)." ChemoCentryx, Inc.
  2. (2023) "Product Information. Tavneos (avacopan)." Vifor Fresenius Medical Care Renal Pharma UK Ltd

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Drug and food interactions

Moderate

octreotide food

Applies to: octreotide

MONITOR: Due to their gastrointestinal pharmacologic effects, somatostatin analogs (e.g., octreotide, lanreotide) may variously affect the absorption of dietary nutrients and concomitantly administered oral medications. Somatostatin analogs have been shown to prolong gastrointestinal transit time and inhibit intestinal absorption of some nutrients such as fat. Clinical data are limited, however. In case reports, octreotide has been reported to reduce the relative bioavailability of cyclosporine. Transplant rejection and significant reductions in cyclosporine levels, sometimes to undetectable levels, have been reported in association with the interaction. Vitamin K absorption was not affected when concomitantly administered with lanreotide according to the manufacturer.

MANAGEMENT: Clinicians should be aware of the potential for altered absorption of concomitantly administered oral medications during treatment with somatostatin analogs. Blood levels and clinical response should be monitored, particularly for drugs that have a narrow therapeutic index, and the dosages adjusted as necessary.

References

  1. Landgraf R, Landgraf-Leurs MM, Nusser J, et al. (1987) "Effect of somatostatin analogue (SMS201-995) on cyclosporine levels." Transplantation, 44, p. 724-5
  2. Ho PJ, Boyajy LD, Greenstein E, Barkan AL (1993) "Effect of chronic octreotide treatment on intestinal absorption in patients with acromegaly." Dig Dis Sci, 38, p. 309-15
  3. Katz MD, Erstad BL (1989) "Octreotide, a new somatostatin analogue." Clin Pharm, 8, p. 255-73
  4. (2001) "Product Information. Sandostatin (octreotide)." Sandoz Pharmaceuticals Corporation
  5. (2007) "Product Information. Somatuline Depot (lanreotide)." Ipsen Inc
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Moderate

avacopan food

Applies to: avacopan

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Food significantly enhances the oral bioavailability of avacopan. When a 30 mg capsule of avacopan was administered with a high-fat, high-calorie meal, avacopan peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) increased by approximately 8% and 72%, respectively, while the time to reach peak concentration (Tmax) was delayed by approximately 4 hours (from 2.0 hours to 6.0 hours).

GENERALLY AVOID: Grapefruit juice may increase the plasma concentrations of avacopan. The proposed mechanism is inhibition of CYP450 3A4-mediated first-pass metabolism in the gut wall by certain compounds present in grapefruit. Inhibition of hepatic CYP450 3A4 may also contribute. The interaction has not been studied with grapefruit juice, but has been reported for itraconazole, a potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitor. When avacopan was administered with itraconazole (200 mg once daily for 4 days), avacopan peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) increased by 1.9-fold and 2.2-fold, respectively. 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. Increased exposure to avacopan may increase the risk and/or severity of serious adverse reactions such as hepatotoxicity and infections.

MANAGEMENT: To ensure maximal oral absorption, avacopan should be administered with food. Patients should preferably avoid or limit consumption of grapefruit, grapefruit juice, or any supplement containing grapefruit extract during avacopan therapy.

References

  1. (2021) "Product Information. Tavneos (avacopan)." ChemoCentryx, Inc.
  2. (2023) "Product Information. Tavneos (avacopan)." Vifor Fresenius Medical Care Renal Pharma UK Ltd

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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor 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.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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