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Drug Interactions between deferasirox and Treanda

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Interactions between your drugs

Moderate

deferasirox bendamustine

Applies to: deferasirox and Treanda (bendamustine)

MONITOR: Coadministration with inhibitors of CYP450 1A2 may increase the plasma concentrations of bendamustine, which has been shown in vitro to be metabolized by the isoenzyme.

MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised if bendamustine is used in combination with CYP450 1A2 inhibitors. Close monitoring for toxicity (e.g., neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, anemia, leukopenia, infections, bleeding complications) is recommended, and the bendamustine dosage adjusted as necessary.

References

  1. "Product Information. Treanda (bendamustine)." Cephalon Inc (2008):

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Drug and food interactions

Moderate

deferasirox food

Applies to: deferasirox

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: According to product labeling, the bioavailability of deferasirox was variably increased when taken with a meal.

MANAGEMENT: To ensure consistent plasma drug levels, deferasirox should be taken on an empty stomach 30 minutes before eating preferably at the same time everyday.

References

  1. "Product Information. Exjade (deferasirox)." Novartis Pharmaceuticals (2005):

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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.

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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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