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Can you take Daunorubicin with Sorafenib?

1 drug interaction and 10 additional warnings found for the following 2 drugs:

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Drug interactions

Moderate drug interactions

Moderate:

DAUNOrubicin SORAfenib

Applies to: daunorubicin and sorafenib

SORAfenib may increase the blood levels of DAUNOrubicin. This can increase the risk of side effects such as irregular heartbeat, heart failure, and impaired bone marrow function resulting in low numbers of different types of blood cells. You may also be more likely to develop anemia, bleeding problems, or infections due to low blood cell counts. Contact your doctor if you experience potential signs and symptoms of these conditions such as paleness, fatigue, dizziness, fainting, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, sore throat, body aches, or other flu-like symptoms. You should seek immediate medical attention if you experience sudden, unexplained weight gain; swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet; chest pain; or difficulty breathing, as these may be indications of heart failure. You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor to safely use both medications. 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

Moderate food/lifestyle interactions

Moderate:

SORAfenib Food/Lifestyle

Applies to: sorafenib

You may experience reduced absorption of SORAfenib in the presence of food. Take SORAfenib on an empty stomach 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal unless otherwise directed by your doctor. This will make it easier for your body to absorb the medication.

Disease interactions

9 potential interactions Applies to: 9 conditions, including Heart Failure, Fever, Liver Disease, Infection, and Interstitial Lung Disease.

Bleeding Disorder

Major:

daunorubicin

DAUNOrubicin has a major potential interaction with Bleeding Disorder.

Daunorubicin hydrochloride is a potent bone marrow suppressant. Suppression will occur in all patients given a therapeutic dose of the drug. Therapy with daunorubicin hydrochloride should not be started in patients with preexisting drug-induced bone marrow suppression unless the benefit from such treatment warrants the risk. Persistent, severe myelosuppression may result in superinfection or hemorrhage. Patients should be instructed to immediately report any signs or symptoms suggesting bone marrow suppression such as fever, sore throat, local infection, or bleeding. Close clinical monitory of hematopoietic function is recommended.

Bone Marrow Depression/Low Blood Counts

Major:

daunorubicin

DAUNOrubicin has a major potential interaction with Bone Marrow Depression/Low Blood Counts.

Daunorubicin hydrochloride is a potent bone marrow suppressant. Suppression will occur in all patients given a therapeutic dose of the drug. Therapy with daunorubicin hydrochloride should not be started in patients with preexisting drug-induced bone marrow suppression unless the benefit from such treatment warrants the risk. Persistent, severe myelosuppression may result in superinfection or hemorrhage. Patients should be instructed to immediately report any signs or symptoms suggesting bone marrow suppression such as fever, sore throat, local infection, or bleeding. Close clinical monitory of hematopoietic function is recommended.

Fever

Major:

daunorubicin

DAUNOrubicin has a major potential interaction with Fever.

Daunorubicin hydrochloride is a potent bone marrow suppressant. Suppression will occur in all patients given a therapeutic dose of the drug. Therapy with daunorubicin hydrochloride should not be started in patients with preexisting drug-induced bone marrow suppression unless the benefit from such treatment warrants the risk. Persistent, severe myelosuppression may result in superinfection or hemorrhage. Patients should be instructed to immediately report any signs or symptoms suggesting bone marrow suppression such as fever, sore throat, local infection, or bleeding. Close clinical monitory of hematopoietic function is recommended.

Heart Failure

Major:

daunorubicin

DAUNOrubicin has a major potential interaction with Heart Failure.

Daunorubicin can cause myocardial toxicity leading to congestive heart failure. Patients with preexisting heart disease or prior anthracycline therapy are at increased risk of congestive heart failure. The benefit-to-risk ratio of daunorubicin therapy in such patients should be weighed before starting treatment. The incidence of drug-induced congestive heart failure in adults is increased when the total cumulative dose of daunorubicin exceeds 550/mg/m2. An electrocardiogram and/or determination of systolic ejection fraction prior to each course of therapy is recommended.

Infection

Major:

daunorubicin

DAUNOrubicin has a major potential interaction with Infection.

Daunorubicin can induce severe myelosuppression at therapeutic doses. The use of daunorubicin may be contraindicated in patients with known infectious diseases. All patients should be instructed to immediately report any signs or symptoms suggesting infection such as fever, sore throat, or local infection during therapy with daunorubicin. Close clinical monitoring of hematopoietic function is recommended.

Interstitial Lung Disease

Moderate:

sorafenib

SORAfenib has a moderate potential interaction with Interstitial Lung Disease.

The use of certain multikinase inhibitors has been associated with pulmonary toxicity. Serious cases of interstitial lung disease (ILD), including fatal cases and interstitial pneumonitis or pulmonary fibrosis have been reported. Caution is recommended when using these agents in patients with a history of interstitial pneumonitis or pulmonary fibrosis or those patients presenting with acute onset of new or progressive unexplained pulmonary symptoms such as dyspnea, cough, and fever pending diagnostic evaluation. If ILD is confirmed, these agents should be permanently discontinued and appropriate measures should be instituted. Treatment should be immediately withheld in patients diagnosed with ILD/pneumonitis and permanently discontinued if no other potential causes of ILD/pneumonitis have been identified.

Liver Disease

Moderate:

daunorubicin

DAUNOrubicin has a moderate potential interaction with Liver Disease.

Daunorubicin is extensively metabolized to a biologically active form within normal erythrocytes and leukocytes. Further metabolism via reduction and conjugation has been demonstrated. Approximately 40% of daunorubicin is eliminated in an active form by biliary excretion. Patients with hepatic impairment may be at increased risk for toxicity. Therapy with daunorubicin should be administered cautiously and the dosage reduced in patients with compromised hepatic function. Clinical evaluation of liver function prior to each course of treatment with daunorubicin is recommended.

Pulmonary Impairment

Moderate:

sorafenib

SORAfenib has a moderate potential interaction with Pulmonary Impairment.

The use of certain multikinase inhibitors has been associated with pulmonary toxicity. Serious cases of interstitial lung disease (ILD), including fatal cases and interstitial pneumonitis or pulmonary fibrosis have been reported. Caution is recommended when using these agents in patients with a history of interstitial pneumonitis or pulmonary fibrosis or those patients presenting with acute onset of new or progressive unexplained pulmonary symptoms such as dyspnea, cough, and fever pending diagnostic evaluation. If ILD is confirmed, these agents should be permanently discontinued and appropriate measures should be instituted. Treatment should be immediately withheld in patients diagnosed with ILD/pneumonitis and permanently discontinued if no other potential causes of ILD/pneumonitis have been identified.

Renal Dysfunction

Moderate:

daunorubicin

DAUNOrubicin has a moderate potential interaction with Renal Dysfunction.

Approximately 25% of daunorubicin is eliminated in an active form in the urine. Patient with renal impairment are at risk of greater toxicity noted at the recommended dose of daunorubicin. Therapy with daunorubicin should be administered cautiously and at a reduced dosage in patients with significantly compromised renal function. Clinical evaluation of renal function prior to each course of treatment is recommended.

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daunorubicin

A total of 558 drugs are known to interact with daunorubicin.

sorafenib

A total of 451 drugs are known to interact with sorafenib.

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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