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Drug Interactions between Cladribine Novaplus and topotecan

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Moderate

cladribine topotecan

Applies to: Cladribine Novaplus (cladribine) and topotecan

MONITOR: The use of topotecan with other cytotoxic agents is likely to result in greater myelosuppression due to additive or synergistic pharmacologic effects. Severe neutropenia and neutropenic sepsis resulting in death were reported with topotecan and cisplatin.

MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised if topotecan is used with other cytotoxic agents. Dosage reductions may be required, and bone marrow function should be closely monitored. 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. (2001) "Product Information. Hycamtin (topotecan)." SmithKline Beecham

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Drug and food interactions

Moderate

cladribine food

Applies to: Cladribine Novaplus (cladribine)

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Oral cladribine may increase the bioavailability of other drugs, which may increase the risk or severity of adverse reactions. Cladribine tablets may contain hydroxypropyl betadex, which could form a complex with the active ingredients of other drugs, especially agents with low solubility. The clinical relevance of this interaction remains unknown.

MANAGEMENT: Administration of oral cladribine should be separated from any other oral drug by at least 3 hours.

References

  1. (2001) "Product Information. Leustatin (cladribine)." Ortho Biotech Inc
  2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
  3. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."

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Therapeutic duplication warnings

No warnings were found for your selected drugs.

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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