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Can you take Carfilzomib with Nelarabine?

1 drug interaction and 24 additional warnings found for the following 2 drugs:

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Drug interactions

Moderate drug interactions

Moderate:

nelarabine carfilzomib

Applies to: nelarabine and carfilzomib

Using nelarabine together with carfilzomib may increase the risk of nerve damage, which is a potential side effect of both medications. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. Your doctor may be able to prescribe alternatives that do not interact, or you may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring to safely use both medications. Let your doctor know if you develop weakness, numbness, pain, burning, or tingling in your hands, feet, or limbs. 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.

Food/lifestyle interactions

No alcohol/food interactions were found. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.

Disease interactions

24 potential interactions Applies to: 19 conditions, including High Blood Pressure, Pulmonary Embolism, Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension, Heart Disease, and Thrombotic/Thromboembolic Disorder.

Bleeding Disorder

Moderate:

carfilzomib

Carfilzomib has a moderate potential interaction with Bleeding Disorder.

Fatal or serious cases of hemorrhage have been reported in patients treated with carfilzomib. Hemorrhage has been reported in patients having either low or normal platelet counts. Hemorrhage has also been reported in patients who were not on antiplatelet therapy or anticoagulation. Care should be exercised when using this agent in patients at risk of hemorrhagic events. Promptly evaluate signs and symptoms of blood loss. It is recommended to monitor platelet counts frequently during treatment and to reduce or withhold dose as appropriate.

Heart Disease

Moderate:

carfilzomib

Carfilzomib has a moderate potential interaction with Heart Disease.

Carfilzomib can cause new onset or worsening of preexisting cardiac failure, restrictive cardiomyopathy, myocardial ischemia, and myocardial infarction. Patients with preexisting heart problems might be at a greater risk of cardiac toxicity. It is recommended to monitor patients for clinical signs or symptoms of cardiac failure or cardiac ischemia. Evaluate promptly if cardiac toxicity is suspected. Withhold therapy for Grade 3 or 4 cardiac adverse events until recovery, and consider whether to restart at 1 dose level reduction based on a benefit/risk assessment.

Moderate:

carfilzomib

Carfilzomib has a moderate potential interaction with Heart Disease.

Dyspnea was reported in patients treated with carfilzomib. Evaluate dyspnea to exclude cardiopulmonary conditions including cardiac failure and pulmonary syndromes. Withhold therapy with carfilzomib for Grade 3 or 4 dyspnea until resolved or returned to baseline. Consider whether to restart therapy based on a benefit/risk assessment.

Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome

Moderate:

carfilzomib

Carfilzomib has a moderate potential interaction with Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome.

Cases of thrombotic microangiopathy, including thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura/hemolytic uremic syndrome (TTP/HUS) have been reported with the use of carfilzomib. Monitor for signs and symptoms of TTP/HUS. If the diagnosis is suspected, stop therapy and evaluate patients. If the diagnosis of TTP/HUS is excluded, therapy may be restarted. The safety of reinitiating carfilzomib therapy in patients previously experiencing TTP/HUS is not known.

High Blood Pressure

Moderate:

carfilzomib

Carfilzomib has a moderate potential interaction with High Blood Pressure.

The use of carfilzomib has been associated with hypertension, including hypertensive crisis and hypertensive emergency. It is recommended to monitor blood pressure regularly in all patients, especially in hypertensive patients. Care should be taken and if hypertension cannot be adequately controlled, withhold therapy and consider whether to restart therapy based on a benefit/risk assessment.

History, Radiation Therapy

Major:

nelarabine

Nelarabine has a major potential interaction with History, Radiation Therapy.

Severe neurologic adverse reactions have been reported with the use of nelarabine. Neurotoxicity is the dose-limiting toxicity of nelarabine. Patients treated previously or concurrently with intrathecal chemotherapy or previously with craniospinal irradiation may be at increased risk for neurologic adverse events. Close monitoring for neurologic adverse reactions is strongly recommended, when using nelarabine and therapy should be discontinued for neurologic adverse reactions of NCI Common Toxicity Criteria Grade 2 or greater.

History, Thrombotic/Thromboembolic Disorder

Moderate:

carfilzomib

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

Carfilzomib should be used with caution in patients with a history of venous thromboembolic events, including deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. Thromboprophylaxis is recommended for patients being treated with the combination of carfilzomib with dexamethasone or with lenalidomide plus dexamethasone. The thromboprophylaxis regimen should be based on an assessment of the patient's underlying risks. Patients using oral contraceptives or a hormonal method of contraception associated with a risk of thrombosis should consider an alternative method of effective contraception during treatment with carfilzomib in combination with dexamethasone or lenalidomide plus dexamethasone.

Hyperuricemia Secondary to Chemotherapy

Moderate:

nelarabine

Nelarabine has a moderate potential interaction with Hyperuricemia Secondary to Chemotherapy.

Patients receiving nelarabine should receive intravenous hydration according to standard medical practice for the management of hyperuricemia in patients at risk for tumor lysis syndrome. Consideration should be given to the use of allopurinol in patients at risk of hyperuricemia.

Liver Disease

Moderate:

carfilzomib

Carfilzomib has a moderate potential interaction with Liver Disease.

Cases of hepatic failure, including fatal cases, have been reported in patients receiving treatment with carfilzomib. The pharmacokinetics and safety of carfilzomib were evaluated in patients with normal hepatic function, or mild, moderate, or severe hepatic impairment. The AUC of carfilzomib increased by approximately 50% in patients with mild and moderate hepatic impairment compared to patients with normal hepatic function. PK data were not collected in patients with severe hepatic impairment. It is recommended to reduce the dose of carfilzomib by 25% in patients with mild or moderate hepatic impairment. Dosing recommendation cannot be made for patients with severe hepatic function. Monitor liver enzymes regularly, regardless of baseline values, and modify dose based on toxicity. Therapy with this agent can cause increased serum transaminases. Monitor liver enzymes regularly, regardless of baseline values. It is recommended to reduce or withhold dose as appropriate.

Moderate:

nelarabine

Nelarabine has a moderate potential interaction with Liver Disease.

The influence of hepatic impairment on the pharmacokinetics of nelarabine has not been evaluated. Because the risk of adverse reactions to this drug may be greater in patients with severe hepatic impairment (total bilirubin greater than 3 times upper limit of normal), it is recommended to closely monitor patients with severe liver dysfunction when treated with nelarabine.

Neurological Disorders

Major:

nelarabine

Nelarabine has a major potential interaction with Neurological Disorders.

Severe neurologic adverse reactions have been reported with the use of nelarabine. Neurotoxicity is the dose-limiting toxicity of nelarabine. Patients treated previously or concurrently with intrathecal chemotherapy or previously with craniospinal irradiation may be at increased risk for neurologic adverse events. Close monitoring for neurologic adverse reactions is strongly recommended, when using nelarabine and therapy should be discontinued for neurologic adverse reactions of NCI Common Toxicity Criteria Grade 2 or greater.

Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome

Moderate:

carfilzomib

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

Cases of posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) have been reported with the use carfilzomib. Discontinue therapy if PRES is suspected and evaluate. Care should be exercised as the safety of reinitiating carfilzomib therapy in patients previously experiencing PRES is not known.

Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension

Moderate:

carfilzomib

Carfilzomib has a moderate potential interaction with Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension.

Pulmonary arterial hypertension was reported in patients treated with carfilzomib. It is recommended to evaluate patients with cardiac imaging and/or other tests as indicated. Care should be exercised in patients with existing pulmonary hypertension. Withhold carfilzomib therapy for pulmonary hypertension until resolved or returned to baseline, and consider whether to restart based on a benefit/risk assessment.

Pulmonary Embolism

Moderate:

carfilzomib

Carfilzomib has a moderate potential interaction with Pulmonary Embolism.

Carfilzomib should be used with caution in patients with a history of venous thromboembolic events, including deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. Thromboprophylaxis is recommended for patients being treated with the combination of carfilzomib with dexamethasone or with lenalidomide plus dexamethasone. The thromboprophylaxis regimen should be based on an assessment of the patient's underlying risks. Patients using oral contraceptives or a hormonal method of contraception associated with a risk of thrombosis should consider an alternative method of effective contraception during treatment with carfilzomib in combination with dexamethasone or lenalidomide plus dexamethasone.

Pulmonary Impairment

Moderate:

carfilzomib

Carfilzomib has a moderate potential interaction with Pulmonary Impairment.

Dyspnea was reported in patients treated with carfilzomib. Evaluate dyspnea to exclude cardiopulmonary conditions including cardiac failure and pulmonary syndromes. Withhold therapy with carfilzomib for Grade 3 or 4 dyspnea until resolved or returned to baseline. Consider whether to restart therapy based on a benefit/risk assessment.

Moderate:

carfilzomib

Carfilzomib has a moderate potential interaction with Pulmonary Impairment.

The use of carfilzomib has been associated with pulmonary toxicity. Patients presenting pulmonary symptoms should be carefully assessed for pulmonary toxicity. It is recommended to discontinue treatment in the event of drug-induced pulmonary toxicity.

Renal Dysfunction

Moderate:

carfilzomib

Carfilzomib has a moderate potential interaction with Renal Dysfunction.

Cases of acute renal failure have occurred in patients receiving carfilzomib. The risk was greater in patients with a baseline reduced estimated creatinine clearance. It is recommended to monitor renal function with regular measurement of the serum creatinine and/or estimated creatinine clearance. Consider reducing or withholding dose as appropriate.

Moderate:

nelarabine

Nelarabine has a moderate potential interaction with Renal Dysfunction.

Nelarabine has not been studied in patients with renal dysfunction. There are insufficient data to support a dose recommendation for patients with a CrCl less than 50 mL/min. Because the risk of adverse reactions to this drug may be greater in patients with moderate (CrCl 30 to 50 mL/min) or severe (CrCl less than 30 mL/min) renal impairment, these patients should be closely monitored for toxicities if treated with this drug.

Thrombocytopenia

Moderate:

carfilzomib

Carfilzomib has a moderate potential interaction with Thrombocytopenia.

Fatal or serious cases of hemorrhage have been reported in patients treated with carfilzomib. Hemorrhage has been reported in patients having either low or normal platelet counts. Hemorrhage has also been reported in patients who were not on antiplatelet therapy or anticoagulation. Care should be exercised when using this agent in patients at risk of hemorrhagic events. Promptly evaluate signs and symptoms of blood loss. It is recommended to monitor platelet counts frequently during treatment and to reduce or withhold dose as appropriate.

Thrombotic/Thromboembolic Disorder

Moderate:

carfilzomib

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

Carfilzomib should be used with caution in patients with a history of venous thromboembolic events, including deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. Thromboprophylaxis is recommended for patients being treated with the combination of carfilzomib with dexamethasone or with lenalidomide plus dexamethasone. The thromboprophylaxis regimen should be based on an assessment of the patient's underlying risks. Patients using oral contraceptives or a hormonal method of contraception associated with a risk of thrombosis should consider an alternative method of effective contraception during treatment with carfilzomib in combination with dexamethasone or lenalidomide plus dexamethasone.

Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura

Moderate:

carfilzomib

Carfilzomib has a moderate potential interaction with Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura.

Cases of thrombotic microangiopathy, including thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura/hemolytic uremic syndrome (TTP/HUS) have been reported with the use of carfilzomib. Monitor for signs and symptoms of TTP/HUS. If the diagnosis is suspected, stop therapy and evaluate patients. If the diagnosis of TTP/HUS is excluded, therapy may be restarted. The safety of reinitiating carfilzomib therapy in patients previously experiencing TTP/HUS is not known.

Tumor Lysis Syndrome

Major:

carfilzomib

Carfilzomib has a major potential interaction with Tumor Lysis Syndrome.

Cases of tumor lysis syndrome (TLS), including fatal outcomes, have been reported in patients receiving carfilzomib. Patients with multiple myeloma and a high tumor burden should be considered at a greater risk for TLS. Ensure that patients are well hydrated before administration of therapy in Cycle 1, and in subsequent cycles as recommended by the manufacturer. Consider uric acid-lowering drugs in patients at risk for TLS. It is recommended to monitor for evidence of TLS during treatment and manage promptly, including interruption of therapy until resolution of TLS.

Moderate:

nelarabine

Nelarabine has a moderate potential interaction with Tumor Lysis Syndrome.

Patients receiving nelarabine should receive intravenous hydration according to standard medical practice for the management of hyperuricemia in patients at risk for tumor lysis syndrome. Consideration should be given to the use of allopurinol in patients at risk of hyperuricemia.

Vaccination

Major:

nelarabine

Nelarabine has a major potential interaction with Vaccination.

Immunocompromised patients receiving nelarabine should avoid receiving live vaccines.

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carfilzomib

A total of 376 drugs are known to interact with carfilzomib.

nelarabine

A total of 338 drugs are known to interact with nelarabine.

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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