Ferriprox Disease Interactions
There are 2 disease interactions with Ferriprox (deferiprone).
Deferiprone (applies to Ferriprox) agranulocytosis/neutropenia
Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Infection - Bacterial/Fungal/Protozoal/Viral
Fatal agranulocytosis and neutropenia can occur with the use of deferiprone. It is recommended to obtain an absolute neutrophil count before initiating treatment with deferiprone and monitor weekly thereafter or as clinically appropriate. Manage agranulocytosis/neutropenia prior to initiating treatment. Therapy should be interrupted if neutropenia develops or if an infection develops. Do not resume therapy in patients who have developed agranulocytosis and do not rechallenge patients who develop neutropenia unless potential benefits outweigh potential risks.
Deferiprone (applies to Ferriprox) hepatic impairment
Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Liver Disease
A clinical study to evaluate the effect of impaired hepatic function on the pharmacokinetics of deferiprone showed that mild and moderate hepatic impairment do not influence the pharmacokinetics of deferiprone and major metabolite, deferiprone 3-O-glucuronide. Based on the results, no dose adjustment is required in patients with mildly or moderately hepatic impairment. Caution is recommended when using this agent in patients with severe hepatic impairment as the pharmacokinetics of deferiprone and deferiprone have not been evaluated. It is recommended to monitor serum transaminase values monthly during therapy and to consider interruption if there is a persistent increase in serum transaminase levels. Close monitoring is recommended.
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Ferriprox drug interactions
There are 303 drug interactions with Ferriprox (deferiprone).
Ferriprox alcohol/food interactions
There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with Ferriprox (deferiprone).
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Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
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. | |
No interaction information available. |
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