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Drug Interactions between Aventyl Hydrochloride and peanut allergen powder

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Moderate

nortriptyline peanut allergen extract

Applies to: Aventyl Hydrochloride (nortriptyline) and peanut allergen powder

MONITOR: Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) inhibitors, thyroid hormone, antihistamines, cardiac glycosides (e.g. digoxin) and diuretics may potentiate the response to epinephrine, including fatal consequences, in the treatment of serious systemic reactions that may occur during immunotherapy with allergenic extracts. Vasoconstricting and hypertensive effects may be potentiated by MAOIs, tricyclic antidepressants, and COMT inhibitors. Arrhythmogenic effects may be potentiated by thyroid hormones, antihistamines, cardiac glycosides and diuretics.

MANAGEMENT: Immunotherapy with allergenic extracts may not be appropriate in patients receiving MAOIs, tricyclic antidepressants, COMT inhibitors, thyroid hormone, antihistamines and cardiac glycosides as these patients may experience an exaggerated response to the usual doses of epinephrine required to reverse a systemic reaction.

References

  1. (2014) "Product Information. Grastek (timothy grass pollen allergen extract)." Merck & Co., Inc
  2. (2014) "Product Information. Ragwitek (ragweed pollen allergen extract)." Merck & Co., Inc
  3. (2014) "Product Information. Oralair (mixed grass pollens allergen extract)." Greer Laboratories Inc
  4. Cerner Multum, Inc. (2015) "Canadian Product Information."
  5. (2023) "Product Information. Palforzia (peanut allergen extract)." Aimmune Therapeutics
  6. (2022) "Product Information. Palforzia Level 1 (peanut allergen extract)." Aimmune Therapeutics UK Ltd
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Drug and food interactions

Major

peanut allergen extract food

Applies to: peanut allergen powder

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Coadministration of peanut allergen extract with alcohol may potentiate the risk of allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis. According to some studies, alcohol is an augmenting factor influencing immunological mechanisms that can induce more severe allergic reactions and is involved in up to 15% of cases of anaphylactic reactions. Proposed mechanisms include an increase in allergen absorption from altered permeability of the intestinal epithelial barrier, enhancing mast cell and basophil activation, and an increase in serum IgE concentrations. In addition, according to product labeling, administration of peanut allergen extract during a fasting state may potentiate the risk of allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis. The exact mechanism has not been elucidated.

MANAGEMENT: To minimize the risk of allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, some authorities recommend alcohol not be consumed for 2 hours before, or 2 hours after taking peanut allergen extract. If alcohol cannot be avoided, withholding or decreasing peanut allergen dosage should be considered. Peanut allergen extract should also be administered with an evening meal and not within 2 hours of bedtime.

References

  1. (2023) "Product Information. Palforzia (peanut allergen extract)." Aimmune Therapeutics
  2. (2022) "Product Information. Palforzia Level 1 (peanut allergen extract)." Aimmune Therapeutics UK Ltd
  3. Munoz-Cano R, Pascal M, Araujo G, et al. (2023) Mechanisms, Cofactors, and Augmenting Factors Involved in Anaphylaxis https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5623009/pdf/fimmu-08-01193.pdf

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Moderate

nortriptyline food

Applies to: Aventyl Hydrochloride (nortriptyline)

GENERALLY AVOID: Concomitant use of ethanol and a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) may result altered TCA plasma levels and efficacy, and additive impairment of motor skills, especially driving skills. Acute ethanol ingestion may inhibit TCA metabolism, while chronic ingestion of large amounts of ethanol may induce hepatic TCA metabolism.

MANAGEMENT: Patients should be advised to avoid alcohol during TCA therapy. Alcoholics who have undergone detoxification should be monitored for decreased TCA efficacy. Dosage adjustments may be required.

References

  1. Dorian P, Sellers EM, Reed KL, et al. (1983) "Amitriptyline and ethanol: pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic interaction." Eur J Clin Pharmacol, 25, p. 325-31
  2. Warrington SJ, Ankier SI, Turner P (1986) "Evaluation of possible interactions between ethanol and trazodone or amitriptyline." Neuropsychobiology, 15, p. 31-7
  3. Sandoz M, Vandel S, Vandel B, Bonin B, Allers G, Volmat R (1983) "Biotransformation of amitriptyline in alcoholic depressive patients." Eur J Clin Pharmacol, 24, p. 615-21
  4. Ciraulo DA, Barnhill JG, Jaffe JH (1988) "Clinical pharmacokinetics of imipramine and desipramine in alcoholics and normal volunteers." Clin Pharmacol Ther, 43, p. 509-18
  5. Seppala T, Linnoila M, Elonen E, Mattila MJ, Makl M (1975) "Effect of tricyclic antidepressants and alcohol on psychomotor skills related to driving." Clin Pharmacol Ther, 17, p. 515-22
  6. Ciraulo DA, Barnhill JG, Jaffe JH, Ciraulo AM, Tarmey MF (1990) "Intravenous pharmacokinetics of 2-hydroxyimipramine in alcoholics and normal controls." J Stud Alcohol, 51, p. 366-72
  7. Ciraulo DA, Alderson LM, Chapron DJ, Jaffe JH, Subbarao B, Kramer PA (1982) "Imipramine disposition in alcoholics." J Clin Psychopharmacol, 2, p. 2-7
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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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