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Drug Interactions between capmatinib and pralsetinib

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Major

capmatinib pralsetinib

Applies to: capmatinib and pralsetinib

GENERALLY AVOID: Coadministration with P-glycoprotein (P-gp) inhibitors and/or moderate CYP450 3A4 inhibitors may significantly increase the plasma concentrations of pralsetinib, which is both a substrate of the P-gp efflux transporter and primarily metabolized by CYP450 3A4. Physiologically based pharmacokinetic (PBPK) modeling was used to evaluate these potential interactions. Coadministration of a single dose of the P-gp inhibitor cyclosporine (600 mg) is predicted to increase the peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) of pralsetinib (200 mg) by 1.5- and 1.8-fold, respectively. Likewise, concomitant use of the moderate CYP450 3A4 inhibitor fluconazole (400 mg once daily) is predicted to increase the Cmax and AUC of pralsetinib by 1.2- and 1.7-fold, respectively. Similarly, coadministration with the combined P-gp and moderate CYP450 3A4 inhibitor verapamil (80 mg three times daily) is predicted to increase the Cmax and AUC of pralsetinib by 1.6- and 2.1-fold, respectively. Increased exposure to pralsetinib may increase the risk of serious adverse effects such as interstitial lung disease/pneumonitis, liver transaminase elevations, hypertension, and hemorrhage. Some clinical trials have also observed prolongation of the QT interval in patients on pralsetinib, though this was not observed in a study of 34 patients with rearranged during transfection (RET)-altered solid tumors on pralsetinib at the recommended dosage.

MANAGEMENT: Concomitant use of pralsetinib with P-gp inhibitors, moderate CYP450 3A4 inhibitors, or combined P-gp and moderate CYP450 3A4 inhibitors should be avoided when possible. If coadministration is necessary, the manufacturer recommends reducing the dose of pralsetinib as follows: 300 mg once daily for patients receiving 400 mg once daily, 200 mg once daily for patients receiving 300 mg once daily, and 100 mg once daily for patients receiving 200 mg once daily. Additional dose adjustments may be required depending on the ability of the patient to tolerate the combination. Following discontinuation of the P-gp inhibitor, moderate CYP450 3A4 inhibitor, or combined P-gp and moderate CYP450 3A4 inhibitor, and after an appropriate washout period (3 to 5 elimination half-lives), the pralsetinib dose taken prior to initiating the inhibitor may be resumed. The product labeling of the co-administered drug should also be consulted for further guidance; for example, in instances when its inhibitory profile may be affected by dose or dosage form.

References (4)
  1. (2023) "Product Information. Gavreto (pralsetinib)." Roche Products Pty Ltd, GAVRETO 20230406
  2. (2024) "Product Information. Gavreto (pralsetinib)." Genentech
  3. (2024) "Product Information. Gavreto (pralsetinib)." Roche Products Ltd
  4. (2024) "Product Information. Gavreto (pralsetinib)." Hoffmann-La Roche Limited

Drug and food interactions

Major

pralsetinib food

Applies to: pralsetinib

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Food significantly increases the oral bioavailability of pralsetinib. According to the product labeling, administration of pralsetinib (200 mg) with a high-fat meal (approximately 800 to 1000 calories; 50% to 60% from fat) increased mean pralsetinib peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) by 104% and 122%, respectively. The median time to maximum concentration (Tmax) was delayed from 4 hours to 8.5 hours, when compared to the fasted state.

GENERALLY AVOID: The juice of grapefruit and/or Seville oranges may increase the plasma concentrations of pralsetinib. 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. 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 pralsetinib may increase the risk of adverse effects such as interstitial lung disease/pneumonitis, liver transaminase elevations, hypertension, and hemorrhage. Some clinical trials have also observed prolongation of the QT interval in patients on pralsetinib, though this was not observed in a study of 34 patients with rearranged during transfection (RET)-altered solid tumors on pralsetinib at the recommended dosage.

MANAGEMENT: Pralsetinib should be administered on an empty stomach, with no food intake recommended for at least 2 hours before and at least 1 hour after taking the medication. Patients should avoid consumption of grapefruit, grapefruit juice, Seville oranges, or Seville orange juice during treatment with pralsetinib.

References (4)
  1. (2023) "Product Information. Gavreto (pralsetinib)." Roche Products Pty Ltd, GAVRETO 20230406
  2. (2024) "Product Information. Gavreto (pralsetinib)." Genentech
  3. (2024) "Product Information. Gavreto (pralsetinib)." Roche Products Ltd
  4. (2024) "Product Information. Gavreto (pralsetinib)." Hoffmann-La Roche Limited

Therapeutic duplication warnings

Therapeutic duplication is the use of more than one medicine from the same drug category or therapeutic class to treat the same condition. This can be intentional in cases where drugs with similar actions are used together for demonstrated therapeutic benefit. It can also be unintentional in cases where a patient has been treated by more than one doctor, or had prescriptions filled at more than one pharmacy, and can have potentially adverse consequences.

Duplication

Multikinase inhibitors

Therapeutic duplication

The recommended maximum number of medicines in the 'multikinase inhibitors' category to be taken concurrently is usually one. Your list includes two medicines belonging to the 'multikinase inhibitors' category:

  • capmatinib
  • pralsetinib

Note: In certain circumstances, the benefits of taking this combination of drugs may outweigh any risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your medications or dosage.


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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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