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Can you take Axitinib with Caltrate 600+D?

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Drug interactions

Minor drug interactions

Minor:

calcium carbonate axitinib

Applies to: Caltrate 600+D (calcium / vitamin d) and axitinib

Information for this minor interaction is available on the professional version.

Food/lifestyle interactions

Moderate food/lifestyle interactions

Moderate:

calcium carbonate Food/Lifestyle

Applies to: Caltrate 600+D (calcium / vitamin d)

Calcium absorption may be increased by taking it with food. However, foods high in oxalic acid (spinach or rhubarb), or phytic acid (bran and whole grains) may decrease calcium absorption. Calcium may be taken with food to increase absorption. Consider spacing calcium administration for at least 2 hours before or after consuming foods high in oxalic acid or phytic acid. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Moderate:

ergocalciferol Food/Lifestyle

Applies to: Caltrate 600+D (calcium / vitamin d)

Treatment with ergocalciferol may require you to adjust your dietary intake of foods which contain natural or added calcium, phosphate (organic and inorganic), and vitamin D or grapefruit. Ingesting too much vitamin D or having elevated calcium and/or phosphorus levels in the blood and urine can lead to toxic effects, such as having an irregular heart rhythm, seizures, kidney stones, and eventual calcification of your blood vessels, cornea and/or the soft tissues in your body. Consumption of grapefruit and grapefruit juice may also alter the blood levels and effects of ergocalciferol. Your doctor will monitor the levels of calcium and phosphorus in your blood during treatment with ergocalciferol. Please speak with your healthcare team to determine if you require a specialized diet, particularly if you have reduced kidney function, and to discuss any other questions or concerns you have. You may require additional monitoring or a dose adjustment of ergocalciferol if your diet changes. Fortified foods will state on their labeling how much calcium, phosphate, and/or vitamin D has been added. The National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements also provides information on which foods contain calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin D. You should avoid abrupt changes in your dietary calcium intake and seek medical attention if you experience early symptoms of vitamin D intoxication such as weakness, fatigue, headache, drowsiness, vertigo, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, constipation, dry mouth, metallic taste, muscle pain, bone pain, muscle incoordination, and low muscle tone. Late symptoms may include frequent urination, excessive thirst, weight loss, conjunctivitis ("pink eye"), light sensitivity, runny nose, itching, increased body temperature, and irregular heart rhythm. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Moderate:

axitinib Food/Lifestyle

Applies to: axitinib

Do not consume grapefruit or grapefruit juice during treatment with axitinib unless directed otherwise by your doctor. Grapefruit juice can increase the blood levels of axitinib. This may increase the risk and/or severity of side effects such as high blood pressure, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, constipation, decreased appetite, weight loss, and rash, itching or peeling of skin on the hands and feet. You may also be more likely to experience less common but more severe side effects such as blood clots (depending on location, can lead to complications such as stroke, heart attack, breathing difficulties, and vision abnormalities); bleeding; liver problems; thyroid problems; tearing (perforation) in the stomach or intestinal wall; and a rare nervous system condition known as reversible posterior leukoencephalopathy syndrome (RPLS). You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop signs and symptoms of these conditions including chest pain or pressure; pain in the arms, back, neck or jaw; swelling; shortness of breath; numbness or weakness on one side of the body; headache; vision changes; seizures, unusual bleeding or bruising; red or black stools; coughing up or vomiting blood or blood clots; and severe stomach or abdominal pain. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Disease interactions

33 potential interactions Applies to: 27 conditions, including High Blood Pressure, Underactive Thyroid, Heart Failure, Arrhythmia, and Pulmonary Embolism.

Achlorhydria

Major:

Caltrate 600+D

The calcium carbonate in Caltrate 600+D has a major potential interaction with Achlorhydria.

Calcium is absorbed from the intestinal tract by active transport and passive diffusion. Malabsorption syndromes (celiac disease, GI resection), deficiency of vitamin D, parathyroid hormone, or calcitonin, or an alkaline gastric pH (achlorhydria, carbonate or phosphate salts) can decrease the absorption of oral formulations of calcium. Calcium is available in oral and parenteral formulations.

Arrhythmia

Major:

Caltrate 600+D

The calcium carbonate in Caltrate 600+D has a major potential interaction with Arrhythmia.

Calcium is involved in cardiac muscle contraction and electrical impulse conduction. Therapy with calcium salt formulations (particularly IV) should be administered cautiously to patients with cardiac disease. Patients receiving cardiac glycosides and concomitant IV calcium may experience arrhythmias. Therapy with IV calcium should be administered slowly and at reduced dosages in patients with cardiac disease.

Moderate:

Caltrate 600+D

The ergocalciferol in Caltrate 600+D has a moderate potential interaction with Arrhythmia.

Vitamin D analogs function to increase serum calcium concentrations and can exacerbate arrhythmias, particularly in patients receiving cardiac glycosides. Therapy with vitamin D analogs should be administered cautiously in patients with or predisposed to cardiac arrhythmias. Clinical monitoring of serum electrolyte concentrations and cardiac function is recommended.

Biliary Obstruction

Moderate:

Caltrate 600+D

The ergocalciferol in Caltrate 600+D has a moderate potential interaction with Biliary Obstruction.

Vitamin D analogs are fat soluble and oral formulations require bile for adequate intestinal absorption. Hepatic and/or biliary dysfunction decrease the absorption of vitamin D analogs. Metabolites of vitamin D analogs are primarily excreted in bile and feces. Ergocalciferol, cholecalciferol, and dihydrotachysterol undergo hepatic hydroxylation during metabolic activation. Hepatic impairment can alter the metabolic and therapeutic activity of certain vitamin D analogs. Alternative vitamin D analogs such as calcitriol (active form) may be considered in patients with compromised hepatic function.

Bleeding Disorder

Major:

axitinib

Axitinib has a major potential interaction with Bleeding Disorder.

Fatal hemorrhagic events, including cerebral hemorrhage, hematuria, hemoptysis, lower gastrointestinal hemorrhage, and melena have been reported with the use of axitinib. Therapy with axitinib has not been studied in patients who have evidence of untreated brain metastasis or recent active gastrointestinal bleeding and should not be used in these patients. If any bleeding requires medical intervention, it is recommended to temporarily interrupt the axitinib dose and to stop treatment at least 24 hours prior to scheduled surgery. The decision to resume therapy after surgery should be based on clinical judgment of adequate wound healing.

Cerebral Vascular Disorder

Moderate:

axitinib

Axitinib has a moderate potential interaction with Cerebral Vascular Disorder.

Arterial and venous thromboembolic events, including transient ischemic attack, cerebrovascular accident, myocardial infarction, pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis, retinal occlusion, vein thrombosis, and deaths have been reported with the use of axitinib. Use with caution in patients who are at risk for, or who have a history of, these events. The use of axitinib has not been studied in patients who had an arterial or venous thromboembolic event within the previous 12 months. It is recommended to monitor closely for signs and symptoms of thromboembolism.

Diverticulitis

Moderate:

axitinib

Axitinib has a moderate potential interaction with Diverticulitis.

Therapy with axitinib should be used with caution in patients who may be at increased risk for gastrointestinal perforation, such as those with a history of diverticulitis. Patients presenting with new onset of abdominal symptoms should be evaluated promptly for early identification of gastrointestinal perforation. It is recommended to monitor for symptoms of gastrointestinal perforation or fistula periodically throughout the treatment.

Gastrointestinal Perforation

Moderate:

axitinib

Axitinib has a moderate potential interaction with Gastrointestinal Perforation.

Therapy with axitinib should be used with caution in patients who may be at increased risk for gastrointestinal perforation, such as those with a history of diverticulitis. Patients presenting with new onset of abdominal symptoms should be evaluated promptly for early identification of gastrointestinal perforation. It is recommended to monitor for symptoms of gastrointestinal perforation or fistula periodically throughout the treatment.

Heart Failure

Moderate:

axitinib

Axitinib has a moderate potential interaction with Heart Failure.

Cardiac failure, including fatal events have been reported in patients receiving axitinib. It is recommended to monitor for signs or symptoms of cardiac failure throughout treatment. Management of cardiac failure may require permanent discontinuation of therapy. Care should be taken when using this agent in patients at risk.

High Blood Pressure

Moderate:

axitinib

Axitinib has a moderate potential interaction with High Blood Pressure.

The use of axitinib may causes hypertension. Blood pressure should be well-controlled prior to initiating axitinib and treated as needed with standard anti-hypertensive therapy. It is recommended to reduce the dose in case of persistent hypertension despite use of anti-hypertensive medications and to discontinue therapy if hypertension is severe and persistent despite these measures. Discontinuation of therapy should be considered if there is evidence of hypertensive crisis. Close monitoring is recommended.

History, Thrombotic/Thromboembolic Disorder

Moderate:

axitinib

Axitinib has a moderate potential interaction with History, Thrombotic/Thromboembolic Disorder.

Arterial and venous thromboembolic events, including transient ischemic attack, cerebrovascular accident, myocardial infarction, pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis, retinal occlusion, vein thrombosis, and deaths have been reported with the use of axitinib. Use with caution in patients who are at risk for, or who have a history of, these events. The use of axitinib has not been studied in patients who had an arterial or venous thromboembolic event within the previous 12 months. It is recommended to monitor closely for signs and symptoms of thromboembolism.

History - Myocardial Infarction

Moderate:

axitinib

Axitinib has a moderate potential interaction with History - Myocardial Infarction.

Arterial and venous thromboembolic events, including transient ischemic attack, cerebrovascular accident, myocardial infarction, pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis, retinal occlusion, vein thrombosis, and deaths have been reported with the use of axitinib. Use with caution in patients who are at risk for, or who have a history of, these events. The use of axitinib has not been studied in patients who had an arterial or venous thromboembolic event within the previous 12 months. It is recommended to monitor closely for signs and symptoms of thromboembolism.

Hypercalcemia

Major:

Caltrate 600+D

The ergocalciferol in Caltrate 600+D has a major potential interaction with Hypercalcemia.

Vitamin D analogs such as calciferol and ergocalciferol should not be given to patients with hypercalcemia, malabsorption syndrome, or evidence of vitamin D toxicity.

Hyperthyroidism

Moderate:

axitinib

Axitinib has a moderate potential interaction with Hyperthyroidism.

Thyroid level fluctuations that include hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism have been reported with the use of axitinib. It is recommended to monitor thyroid function before initiation of, and periodically throughout treatment and to maintain euthyroid state according to standard medical practice.

Interstitial Lung Disease

Moderate:

axitinib

Axitinib has a moderate potential interaction with Interstitial Lung Disease.

The use of certain multikinase inhibitors has been associated with pulmonary toxicity. Serious cases of interstitial lung disease (ILD), including fatal cases and interstitial pneumonitis or pulmonary fibrosis have been reported. Caution is recommended when using these agents in patients with a history of interstitial pneumonitis or pulmonary fibrosis or those patients presenting with acute onset of new or progressive unexplained pulmonary symptoms such as dyspnea, cough, and fever pending diagnostic evaluation. If ILD is confirmed, these agents should be permanently discontinued and appropriate measures should be instituted. Treatment should be immediately withheld in patients diagnosed with ILD/pneumonitis and permanently discontinued if no other potential causes of ILD/pneumonitis have been identified.

Ischemic Heart Disease

Moderate:

axitinib

Axitinib has a moderate potential interaction with Ischemic Heart Disease.

Arterial and venous thromboembolic events, including transient ischemic attack, cerebrovascular accident, myocardial infarction, pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis, retinal occlusion, vein thrombosis, and deaths have been reported with the use of axitinib. Use with caution in patients who are at risk for, or who have a history of, these events. The use of axitinib has not been studied in patients who had an arterial or venous thromboembolic event within the previous 12 months. It is recommended to monitor closely for signs and symptoms of thromboembolism.

Liver Disease

Moderate:

axitinib

Axitinib has a moderate potential interaction with Liver Disease.

The systemic exposure to axitinib is higher in subjects with moderate hepatic impairment. Dose adjustment is recommended in patients with moderate hepatic impairment. No dose adjustment is required in patients with mild hepatic impairment. The use of axitinib has not been studied in subjects with severe hepatic impairment. It is recommended to monitor liver enzymes and bilirubin before the start of therapy and periodically thereafter.

Moderate:

Caltrate 600+D

The ergocalciferol in Caltrate 600+D has a moderate potential interaction with Liver Disease.

Vitamin D analogs are fat soluble and oral formulations require bile for adequate intestinal absorption. Hepatic and/or biliary dysfunction decrease the absorption of vitamin D analogs. Metabolites of vitamin D analogs are primarily excreted in bile and feces. Ergocalciferol, cholecalciferol, and dihydrotachysterol undergo hepatic hydroxylation during metabolic activation. Hepatic impairment can alter the metabolic and therapeutic activity of certain vitamin D analogs. Alternative vitamin D analogs such as calcitriol (active form) may be considered in patients with compromised hepatic function.

Malabsorption Syndrome

Major:

Caltrate 600+D

The calcium carbonate in Caltrate 600+D has a major potential interaction with Malabsorption Syndrome.

Calcium is absorbed from the intestinal tract by active transport and passive diffusion. Malabsorption syndromes (celiac disease, GI resection), deficiency of vitamin D, parathyroid hormone, or calcitonin, or an alkaline gastric pH (achlorhydria, carbonate or phosphate salts) can decrease the absorption of oral formulations of calcium. Calcium is available in oral and parenteral formulations.

Major:

Caltrate 600+D

The ergocalciferol in Caltrate 600+D has a major potential interaction with Malabsorption Syndrome.

Vitamin D analogs such as calciferol and ergocalciferol should not be given to patients with hypercalcemia, malabsorption syndrome, or evidence of vitamin D toxicity.

Phosphate Imbalance

Major:

Caltrate 600+D

The calcium carbonate in Caltrate 600+D has a major potential interaction with Phosphate Imbalance.

Elevated serum concentrations of calcium and phosphate can exceed the solubility level and result in calcium- phosphate precipitates that deposit in vascular and renal systems as well as other soft tissues of the body. Therapy with calcium should be administered with extreme caution in patients with hyperphosphatemia (hypoparathyroidism or severe renal impairment). Administration of oral calcium acetate or calcium carbonate, in addition to providing calcium, complexes phosphates within the GI tract. These complexes are eliminated in the feces. Clinical monitoring of serum calcium and phosphate concentrations is necessary.

Moderate:

Caltrate 600+D

The ergocalciferol in Caltrate 600+D has a moderate potential interaction with Phosphate Imbalance.

Vitamin D analogs administered in the presence of hyperphosphatemia can result in precipitation of calcium-phosphate deposits within the vascular or renal systems or other soft tissue calcifications. A solubility product (Serum Calcium X Phosphate) should not exceed 70. Serum electrolyte concentrations should be corrected prior to vitamin D analog therapy and monitored during therapy.

Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome

Moderate:

axitinib

Axitinib has a moderate potential interaction with Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome.

Reversible posterior leukoencephalopathy syndrome (RPLS) has been reported in patients receiving axitinib. Consider this syndrome in any patient presenting with seizures, headache, visual disturbances, confusion or altered mental function. It is recommended to discontinue therapy in patients developing RPLS. The safety of reinitiating therapy in patients previously experiencing RPLS is not known. Care and close monitoring should be considered in these patients.

Proteinuria

Moderate:

axitinib

Axitinib has a moderate potential interaction with Proteinuria.

Proteinuria has been reported in patients taking axitinib. It is recommended to monitor for proteinuria before initiation of therapy, and periodically thereafter. Reduce dose or temporarily interrupt therapy in patients who develop moderate to severe proteinuria.

Pulmonary Embolism

Moderate:

axitinib

Axitinib has a moderate potential interaction with Pulmonary Embolism.

Arterial and venous thromboembolic events, including transient ischemic attack, cerebrovascular accident, myocardial infarction, pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis, retinal occlusion, vein thrombosis, and deaths have been reported with the use of axitinib. Use with caution in patients who are at risk for, or who have a history of, these events. The use of axitinib has not been studied in patients who had an arterial or venous thromboembolic event within the previous 12 months. It is recommended to monitor closely for signs and symptoms of thromboembolism.

Pulmonary Impairment

Moderate:

axitinib

Axitinib has a moderate potential interaction with Pulmonary Impairment.

The use of certain multikinase inhibitors has been associated with pulmonary toxicity. Serious cases of interstitial lung disease (ILD), including fatal cases and interstitial pneumonitis or pulmonary fibrosis have been reported. Caution is recommended when using these agents in patients with a history of interstitial pneumonitis or pulmonary fibrosis or those patients presenting with acute onset of new or progressive unexplained pulmonary symptoms such as dyspnea, cough, and fever pending diagnostic evaluation. If ILD is confirmed, these agents should be permanently discontinued and appropriate measures should be instituted. Treatment should be immediately withheld in patients diagnosed with ILD/pneumonitis and permanently discontinued if no other potential causes of ILD/pneumonitis have been identified.

Renal Dysfunction

Major:

Caltrate 600+D

The calcium carbonate in Caltrate 600+D has a major potential interaction with Renal Dysfunction.

Absorption of oral calcium formulations may be altered and elimination of calcium by the kidney decreased with renal impairment. Hyperphosphatemia occurs during renal failure. Calcium acetate or calcium carbonate, in addition to providing calcium, complexes phosphates within the GI tract. Calcium carbonate can partially correct metabolic acidosis associated with chronic renal failure. Clinical monitoring of renal function and serum calcium and phosphate concentrations is necessary.

Moderate:

axitinib

Axitinib has a moderate potential interaction with Renal Dysfunction.

Based on population pharmacokinetic analyses no starting dose adjustment is needed for patients with mild to severe renal impairment. It is recommended to take caution in patients with end-stage renal disease.

Moderate:

Caltrate 600+D

The ergocalciferol in Caltrate 600+D has a moderate potential interaction with Renal Dysfunction.

Ergocalciferol and cholecalciferol undergo renal biotransformation during metabolic activation. Renal impairment can alter metabolic and therapeutic activity of certain vitamin D analogs. Alternative vitamin D analogs such as dihydrotachysterol (hepatic activation) and calcitriol (active form) may be considered in patients with compromised renal function.

Sarcoidosis

Major:

Caltrate 600+D

The calcium carbonate in Caltrate 600+D has a major potential interaction with Sarcoidosis.

Hypercalciuria, with or without hypercalcemia, may occasionally occur in patients with sarcoidosis. Elevated calcium levels may result from increased intestinal absorption of calcium, which is related to the extrarenal production of vitamin D by mononuclear phagocytes present within the sarcoid granuloma. Therapy with calcium salts should be administered cautiously and only if necessary in patients with sarcoidosis.

Tachyarrhythmia

Major:

Caltrate 600+D

The ergocalciferol in Caltrate 600+D has a major potential interaction with Tachyarrhythmia.

The amine ergot alkaloids, ergonovine and methylergonovine, can cause serious cardiovascular complications because of their vasospastic effects. Hypertension (more often with ergonovine) has been most commonly reported, particularly when administered IV undiluted or at an excessive rate or when used in conjunction with regional anesthesia or vasoconstrictors. Headaches, seizures, cerebrovascular accidents and death have been associated with the hypertensive episodes. Other, less common adverse effects include acute myocardial infarction, transient chest pains, thrombophlebitis, tachycardia and palpitations. Therapy with ergot alkaloids should generally be avoided, except under special circumstances, in patients with chronic hypertension, preeclampsia or eclampsia, cardiovascular disease, cerebrovascular disease, or peripheral vascular disease. Caution is advised when these agents are administered to patients with venoatrial shunts, mitral valve stenosis, or sepsis. Close monitoring of cardiovascular status is highly recommended during therapy.

Thrombotic/Thromboembolic Disorder

Moderate:

axitinib

Axitinib has a moderate potential interaction with Thrombotic/Thromboembolic Disorder.

Arterial and venous thromboembolic events, including transient ischemic attack, cerebrovascular accident, myocardial infarction, pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis, retinal occlusion, vein thrombosis, and deaths have been reported with the use of axitinib. Use with caution in patients who are at risk for, or who have a history of, these events. The use of axitinib has not been studied in patients who had an arterial or venous thromboembolic event within the previous 12 months. It is recommended to monitor closely for signs and symptoms of thromboembolism.

Underactive Thyroid

Moderate:

axitinib

Axitinib has a moderate potential interaction with Underactive Thyroid.

Thyroid level fluctuations that include hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism have been reported with the use of axitinib. It is recommended to monitor thyroid function before initiation of, and periodically throughout treatment and to maintain euthyroid state according to standard medical practice.

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axitinib

A total of 266 drugs are known to interact with axitinib.

Caltrate 600+D

A total of 310 drugs are known to interact with Caltrate 600+D.

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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