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Drug Interactions between doxorubicin and fosphenytoin

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Moderate

DOXOrubicin fosphenytoin

Applies to: doxorubicin and fosphenytoin

MONITOR: Cases have been reported in which patients receiving chemotherapy have experienced markedly reduced plasma phenytoin concentrations and seizures. Other hydantoins may interact with chemotherapy in a similar manner. The mechanism of this interaction has not been clearly established. One study showed that the absorption of phenytoin decreased significantly during chemotherapy.

MANAGEMENT: It may be necessary to increase phenytoin dosage during chemotherapy and to decrease it after or between courses of chemotherapy. Intravenous phenytoin may be less likely to interact with chemotherapy. Careful monitoring of patients for seizure activity is recommended, as is monitoring of plasma phenytoin levels.

References (8)
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  2. Bollini P, Riva R, Albani F, Ida, et al. (1983) "Decreased phenytoin level during antineoplastic therapy: a case report." Epilepsia, 24, p. 75-8
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  6. Neef C, de Voogd-van der Straaten (1988) "An interaction between cytostatic and anticonvulsant drugs." Clin Pharmacol Ther, 43, p. 372-5
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  8. (2001) "Product Information. Oncovin (vincristine)." Lilly, Eli and Company

Drug and food interactions

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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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