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Drug Interactions between baricitinib and Ionsys

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Moderate

fentaNYL baricitinib

Applies to: Ionsys (fentanyl) and baricitinib

MONITOR: Coadministration of Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors with corticosteroids, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and/or opioids may increase the risk of gastrointestinal (GI) perforation. Patients with a prior history of peptic ulceration or diverticular disease may also have an increased risk. Adverse events of diverticulitis and GI perforation have been infrequently reported in clinical studies and postmarketing use of JAK inhibitors such as baricitinib, ruxolitinib, tofacitinib, and upadacitinib. However, the role of JAK inhibition in these events has not been determined. In studies with rheumatoid arthritis and ulcerative colitis patients, many were receiving background therapy with NSAIDs or corticosteroids.

MANAGEMENT: Caution is recommended when using JAK inhibitors in patients with a history of peptic ulceration or diverticular disease and in patients receiving concomitant treatment with drugs associated with an increased risk of GI perforation such as corticosteroids, NSAIDs, and opioids. Patients should be advised to contact their healthcare provider if they experience signs and symptoms of GI perforation such as severe abdominal pain, fever, chills, nausea, or vomiting.

References

  1. Strate LL, Liu YL, Huang ES, Giovannucci EL, Chan AT (2011) "Use of aspirin or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs increases risk for diverticulitis and diverticular bleeding." Gastroenterology, 140, p. 1427-33
  2. Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (2020) Baricitinib (Olumiant¥): increased risk of diverticulitis, particularly in patients with risk factors. https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/baricitinib-olumiant-increased-risk-of-diverticulitis-particularly-in-patients-with-risk-factors
  3. (2021) "Product Information. Olumiant (bARICITinib)." Eli Lilly Australia Pty Ltd, vA7_April2021
  4. (2023) "Product Information. Olumiant (baricitinib)." Eli Lilly and Company Ltd
  5. Hoisnard L, Lebrun-Vignes B, Maury S, et al. (2022) "Adverse events associated with JAK inhibitors in 126,815 reports from the WHO pharmacovigilance database." Sci Rep, 12, p. 7140
  6. (2023) "Product Information. Olumiant (baricitinib)." Lilly, Eli and Company
  7. (2023) "Product Information. Xeljanz (tofacitinib)." Pfizer U.S. Pharmaceuticals Group
  8. (2023) "Product Information. Xeljanz (tofacitinib)." Pfizer Ltd
  9. (2023) "Product Information. Xeljanz (tOFACitinib)." Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd, pfpxelja10423
  10. (2023) "Product Information. Rinvoq (upadacitinib)." AbbVie US LLC
  11. (2023) "Product Information. Rinvoq (upadacitinib)." AbbVie Ltd
  12. (2023) "Product Information. Rinvoq (upadacitinib)." AbbVie Pty Ltd, 8
  13. (2022) "Product Information. Olumiant (baricitinib)." Eli Lilly Canada Inc, 260967
  14. (2022) "Product Information. Xeljanz (tofacitinib)." Pfizer Canada ULC, 258173
  15. (2022) "Product Information. Rinvoq (upadacitinib)." AbbVie Corporation, 262176
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Drug and food interactions

Major

fentaNYL food

Applies to: Ionsys (fentanyl)

GENERALLY AVOID: Alcohol may potentiate the central nervous system (CNS) depressant effects of opioid analgesics including fentanyl. Concomitant use may result in additive CNS depression and impairment of judgment, thinking, and psychomotor skills. In more severe cases, hypotension, respiratory depression, profound sedation, coma, or even death may occur.

GENERALLY AVOID: Consumption of grapefruit juice during treatment with oral transmucosal formulations of fentanyl may result in increased plasma concentrations of fentanyl, which is primarily metabolized by CYP450 3A4 isoenzyme in the liver and intestine. Certain compounds present in grapefruit are known to inhibit CYP450 3A4 and may increase the bioavailability of swallowed fentanyl (reportedly up to 75% of a dose) and/or decrease its systemic clearance. The clinical significance is unknown. In 12 healthy volunteers, consumption of 250 mL regular-strength grapefruit juice the night before and 100 mL double-strength grapefruit juice one hour before administration of oral transmucosal fentanyl citrate (600 or 800 mcg lozenge) did not significantly affect fentanyl pharmacokinetics, overall extent of fentanyl-induced miosis (miosis AUC), or subjective self-assessment of various clinical effects compared to control. However, pharmacokinetic alterations associated with interactions involving grapefruit juice are often subject to a high degree of interpatient variability. The possibility of significant interaction in some patients should be considered.

MANAGEMENT: Patients should not consume alcoholic beverages or use drug products that contain alcohol during treatment with fentanyl. Any history of alcohol or illicit drug use should be considered when prescribing fentanyl, and therapy initiated at a lower dosage if necessary. Patients should be closely monitored for signs and symptoms of sedation, respiratory depression, and hypotension. Due to a high degree of interpatient variability with respect to grapefruit juice interactions, patients treated with fentanyl should preferably avoid the consumption of grapefruit and grapefruit juice. In addition, patients receiving transdermal formulations of fentanyl should be cautioned that drug interactions and drug effects may be observed for a prolonged period beyond removal of the patch, as significant amounts of fentanyl are absorbed from the skin for 17 hours or more after the patch is removed.

References

  1. "Product Information. Duragesic Transdermal System (fentanyl)." Janssen Pharmaceutica, Titusville, NJ.
  2. (2001) "Product Information. Actiq (fentanyl)." Abbott Pharmaceutical
  3. Kharasch ED, Whittington D, Hoffer C (2004) "Influence of Hepatic and Intestinal Cytochrome P4503A Activity on the Acute Disposition and Effects of Oral Transmucosal Fentanyl Citrate." Anesthesiology, 101, p. 729-737
  4. Tateishi T, Krivoruk Y, Ueng YF, Wood AJ, Guengerich FP, Wood M (1996) "Identification of human cytochrome P-450 3A4 as the enzyme responsible for fentanyl and sufentanil N-dealkylation." Anesth Analg, 82, p. 167-72
  5. Labroo RB, Paine MF, Thummel KE, Kharasch ED (1997) "Fentanyl metabolism by human hepatic and intestinal cytochrome P450 3A4: implicaitons for interindividual variability in disposition, efficacy, and drug interactions." Drug Metab Dispos, 25, p. 1072-80
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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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