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Drug Interactions between Cerdelga and Tegretol XR

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Major

carBAMazepine eliglustat

Applies to: Tegretol XR (carbamazepine) and Cerdelga (eliglustat)

GENERALLY AVOID: Coadministration with potent inducers of CYP450 3A4 and/or P-glycoprotein (P-gp) may significantly decrease the plasma concentrations of eliglustat, which is primarily metabolized by CYP450 2D6 and, to a lesser extent, CYP450 3A4. Eliglustat is also a substrate of P-gp efflux transporter. In pharmacokinetic studies, treatment with the potent CYP450 3A4/P-gp inducer rifampin (600 mg once daily) decreased eliglustat peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) by approximately 90% in CYP450 2D6 extensive and intermediate metabolizers administered eliglustat 127 mg twice daily, and 95% in poor metabolizers administered eliglustat 84 mg twice daily.

MANAGEMENT: Concomitant use of eliglustat with potent CYP450 3A4 or P-gp inducers should generally be avoided due to the potential for significantly reduced efficacy.

References

  1. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
  2. (2014) "Product Information. Cerdelga (eliglustat)." Genzyme Corporation

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Drug and food interactions

Major

eliglustat food

Applies to: Cerdelga (eliglustat)

GENERALLY AVOID: Grapefruit juice may significantly increase the systemic exposure to eliglustat. The proposed mechanism is inhibition of CYP450 3A4-mediated first-pass metabolism in the gut wall by certain compounds present in grapefruit. Because eliglustat is predicted to cause prolongation of the PR, QTc, and QRS cardiac intervals at substantially elevated plasma concentrations, consumption of grapefruit juice during treatment may increase the risk of bradycardia, atrioventricular block, cardiac arrest, and serious ventricular arrhythmias such as torsade de pointes.

MANAGEMENT: Patients treated with eliglustat should avoid consumption of grapefruit and grapefruit juice.

References

  1. (2014) "Product Information. Cerdelga (eliglustat)." Genzyme Corporation

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Moderate

carBAMazepine food

Applies to: Tegretol XR (carbamazepine)

GENERALLY AVOID: Alcohol may potentiate some of the pharmacologic effects of carbamazepine. Use in combination may result in additive central nervous system depression and/or impairment of judgment, thinking, and psychomotor skills.

In a small, randomized, crossover study, the administration of carbamazepine with grapefruit juice (compared to water) increased plasma drug concentrations by approximately 40%. The proposed mechanism is inhibition of CYP450 3A4-mediated first-pass metabolism in the gut wall by certain compounds present in grapefruits.

MANAGEMENT: Patients receiving carbamazepine should be advised to avoid or limit consumption of alcohol. Given the drug's narrow therapeutic index, patients receiving carbamazepine therapy should preferably avoid the regular consumption of grapefruits and grapefruit juice to prevent any undue fluctuations in plasma drug levels. Patients should be advised to report signs of carbamazepine toxicity (nausea, visual disturbances, dizziness, or ataxia) to their physicians.

References

  1. (2002) "Product Information. Tegretol (carbamazepine)." Novartis Pharmaceuticals
  2. Garg SK, Kumar N, Bhargava VK, Prabhakar SK (1998) "Effect of grapefruit juice on carbamazepine bioavailability in patients with epilepsy." Clin Pharmacol Ther, 64, p. 286-8
  3. Bailey DG, Dresser GR, Kreeft JH, Munoz C, Freeman DJ, Bend JR (2000) "Grapefruit-felodipine interaction: Effect of unprocessed fruit and probable active ingredients." Clin Pharmacol Ther, 68, p. 468-77

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Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum.

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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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