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Drug Interactions between bexarotene and sodium phosphate p32

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Moderate

bexarotene sodium phosphate p32

Applies to: bexarotene and sodium phosphate p32

MONITOR: The concomitant use of bone marrow depressants and sodium phosphate P-32 may have additive myelosuppressive effects.

MANAGEMENT: Patients should be monitored for excessive bone marrow suppression during treatment with sodium phosphate P-32. Sodium phosphate P-32 should not be used as part of a sequential treatment with a chemotherapeutic agent. Dose reductions of the other bone marrow depressants may be necessary. The manufacturer's labeling should be consulted for more specific recommendations for each agent involved. Patients should be advised to contact their physician if they develop signs and symptoms of myelosuppression such as pallor, dizziness, fatigue, lethargy, fainting, easy bruising or bleeding, or signs of infection such as fever, chills, sore throat, body aches, and other influenza-like symptoms.

References (1)
  1. AnazaoHealth Corporation (2023) P32 sodium phosphate - p32 sodium phosphate solution https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/fda/fdaDrugXsl.cfm?setid=735f92e3-cc92-4d9b-afe8-f935a685ee78&type=display

Drug and food interactions

Moderate

bexarotene food

Applies to: bexarotene

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Food may enhance the oral bioavailability of bexarotene. In one clinical study, bexarotene peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) resulting from a 75 to 300 mg dose were 35% and 48% higher, respectively, when administered after a fat-containing meal relative to a glucose solution. In all clinical trials, patients were instructed to take bexarotene with or immediately following a meal.

Coadministration with inhibitors of CYP450 3A4 such as grapefruit juice may theoretically increase the plasma concentrations of bexarotene. In vitro studies suggest that bexarotene is metabolized by CYP450 3A4. However, concomitant administration with multiple doses of ketoconazole, a potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitor, did not alter bexarotene plasma concentrations, which would imply that bexarotene elimination is not substantially dependent on CYP450 3A4 metabolism in vivo.

MANAGEMENT: Because safety and efficacy data are based upon administration with food, bexarotene should be administered once daily with a meal. Patients may want to avoid consuming large amounts of grapefruit or grapefruit juice.

References (2)
  1. (2001) "Product Information. Targretin (bexarotene)." Ligand Pharmaceuticals
  2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."

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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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