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Drug Interactions between entrectinib and Signifor

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pasireotide entrectinib

Applies to: Signifor (pasireotide) and entrectinib

MONITOR CLOSELY: Pasireotide can cause bradycardia and QT prolongation. Theoretically, coadministration with other agents that can prolong the QT interval may result in additive effects and increased risk of ventricular arrhythmias including torsade de pointes and sudden death. In healthy study subjects given therapeutic (0.6 mg twice daily) and supratherapeutic (1.95 mg twice daily) dosages of pasireotide, the maximum mean placebo-subtracted QTcI change from baseline was 12.7 msec and 16.6 msec, respectively. Both dosages decreased heart rate, with a maximum mean placebo-subtracted change from baseline of -10.9 beats per minute (bpm) observed at 1.5 hours for the therapeutic dosage and -15.2 bpm at 0.5 hours for the supratherapeutic dosage. The mean steady-state peak plasma concentration (Cmax) produced by the supratherapeutic dosage was 3.3-fold that observed with the therapeutic dosage. In clinical studies of patients with Cushing's disease, two of 201 patients experienced single occurrences of QTcF exceeding 500 msec. Torsade des pointes arrhythmias were not observed in these or other studies. In general, the risk of an individual agent or a combination of agents causing ventricular arrhythmia in association with QT prolongation is largely unpredictable but may be increased by certain underlying risk factors such as congenital long QT syndrome, cardiac disease, and electrolyte disturbances (e.g., hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia). In addition, the extent of drug-induced QT prolongation is dependent on the particular drug(s) involved and dosage(s) of the drug(s).

MANAGEMENT: Caution is recommended if pasireotide is used in combination with other drugs that can prolong the QT interval. ECG and serum electrolytes, including potassium, magnesium and calcium, should be monitored before starting pasireotide therapy and periodically during treatment in accordance with the product labeling. Hypokalemia and hypomagnesemia must be corrected prior to pasireotide administration. Patients should be advised to seek prompt medical attention if they experience symptoms that could indicate the occurrence of torsade de pointes such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, palpitation, irregular heart rhythm, shortness of breath, or syncope.

References

  1. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
  2. Canadian Pharmacists Association (2006) e-CPS. http://www.pharmacists.ca/function/Subscriptions/ecps.cfm?link=eCPS_quikLink
  3. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
  4. (2013) "Product Information. Signifor (pasireotide)." Novartis Pharmaceuticals
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Drug and food interactions

Major

entrectinib food

Applies to: entrectinib

GENERALLY AVOID: Grapefruit juice and Seville oranges may increase the plasma concentrations of entrectinib. The proposed mechanism is inhibition of CYP450 3A4-mediated first-pass metabolism in the gut wall by certain compounds present in grapefruit and Seville oranges Inhibition of hepatic CYP450 3A4 may also contribute. The interaction has not been studied with grapefruit juice, but pharmacokinetic data are available for the potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitor, itraconazole. When a single 100 mg dose of entrectinib was administered with itraconazole, entrectinib peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) increased by 1.7- and 6-fold, respectively. Coadministration of entrectinib with a moderate CYP450 3A4 inhibitor is predicted to increase entrectinib Cmax and AUC by 2.9- and 3-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. Increased exposure to entrectinib may increase the risk and/or severity of adverse effects such as cognitive impairment, mood disorders, dizziness, sleep disturbances, liver enzyme elevations, hyperuricemia, congestive heart failure, edema, myocarditis, QT prolongation, vision problems, anemia, and neutropenia.

MANAGEMENT: Patients should avoid consumption of grapefruit, grapefruit juice, and Seville oranges during treatment with entrectinib.

References

  1. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
  2. (2019) "Product Information. Rozlytrek (entrectinib)." Genentech

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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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