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Drug Interactions between avapritinib and ublituximab

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avapritinib ublituximab

Applies to: avapritinib and ublituximab

MONITOR CLOSELY: The use of the CD20-directed cytolytic antibody ublituximab with other immune-modulating or immunosuppressive therapy, including immunosuppressant doses of corticosteroids may increase the risk of infections. Adverse events most commonly reported with ublituximab alone included upper respiratory tract infections and urinary tract infections. However, serious and life-threatening infections, such as hepatitis B virus (HBV) reactivation have been reported in relapsing multiple sclerosis (RMS) controlled clinical trials with ublituximab, as well as fatal infections. In addition, Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy (PML) due to JC virus infection, fulminant hepatitis, hepatic failure, and death caused by HBV reactivation have been reported in patients treated with other anti-CD20 antibodies; however, these adverse events were not reported in RMS controlled clinical trials with ublituximab.

MANAGEMENT: The increased risk of additive immunosuppression should be considered if coadministering ublituximab with other immunosuppressive therapy. In addition, the prolonged immunosuppressant effects and mode of action of other immunosuppressant drugs such as daclizumab, fingolimod, natalizumab, teriflunomide, or mitoxantrone should be considered prior to starting ublituximab therapy. Patients should be advised to immediately notify their doctor if they develop signs or symptoms of infection, including HBV reactivation, upper or lower respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infections, herpes-related infection, or PML.

References

  1. (2022) "Product Information. Briumvi (ublituximab)." TG Therapeutics, Inc.

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Drug and food interactions

Major

avapritinib food

Applies to: avapritinib

GENERALLY AVOID: Grapefruit juice may increase the plasma concentrations of avapritinib. 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 other CYP450 3A4 inhibitors. Based on pharmacokinetic modeling, administration of avapritinib (300 mg once daily) in combination with the potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitor itraconazole (200 mg once daily) is predicted to increase avapritinib systemic exposure (AUC) by 600% at steady state, while administration with the moderate CYP450 3A4 inhibitor fluconazole (200 mg once daily) is predicted to increase avapritinib systemic exposure (AUC) by 210% at steady state. 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. Increased exposure to avapritinib may increase the risk and/or severity of serious adverse effects such as intracranial hemorrhage, cognitive impairment, mood disorders, hallucinations, edema, and decreases in hemoglobin, leukocytes, neutrophils, and platelets.

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Food may increase the oral absorption of avapritinib. When avapritinib was administered with a high-calorie, high-fat meal (approximately 909 calories; 58 g carbohydrate, 56 g fat, 43 g protein), avapritinib Cmax and AUC increased by 59% and 29%, respectively, compared to administration in the fasted state.

MANAGEMENT: Avapritinib should be administered on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. Patients should avoid consumption of grapefruit and grapefruit juice during treatment with avapritinib.

References

  1. (2020) "Product Information. Ayvakit (avapritinib)." Blueprint Medicines Corporation

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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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