Drug Interactions between epoprostenol and nintedanib
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- epoprostenol
- nintedanib
Interactions between your drugs
epoprostenol nintedanib
Applies to: epoprostenol and nintedanib
Consumer information for this interaction is not currently available.
MONITOR: Coadministration of nintedanib and drugs that interfere with platelet function or coagulation may potentiate the risk of bleeding complications. Vascular endothelial growth factor receptor (VEGFR) inhibitors like nintedanib can cause bleeding. In clinical trials, bleeding events were reported in 10% of patients treated with nintedanib versus 7% of patients treated with placebo.
MANAGEMENT: Concomitant use of nintedanib and medications that interfere with platelet function or coagulation should be approached cautiously. Close clinical and laboratory observation for bleeding complications is recommended for patients on full anticoagulation therapy, and the anticoagulant dose adjusted as necessary. Patients should be advised to promptly report any signs of bleeding to their physician, including pain, swelling, headache, dizziness, weakness, prolonged bleeding from cuts, increased menstrual flow, vaginal bleeding, nosebleeds, bleeding of gums from brushing, unusual bleeding or bruising, red or brown urine, or red or black stools.
References
- (2022) "Product Information. Ofev (nintedanib)." Boehringer Ingelheim
- (2021) "Product Information. Ofev (nintedanib)." Boehringer Ingelheim (Canada) Ltd
- (2024) "Product Information. Ofev (nintedanib)." Boehringer Ingelheim Pty Ltd
- (2023) "Product Information. Ofev (nintedanib)." Boehringer Ingelheim Ltd
- (2023) "Product Information. Vargatef (nintedanib)." Boehringer Ingelheim Ltd
Drug and food interactions
nintedanib food
Applies to: nintedanib
Grapefruit juice and Seville orange juice can increase the blood levels of nintedanib. This may increase the risk and/or severity of side effects such as liver problems, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach or intestinal wall perforation, bleeding, and cardiovascular problems such as heart attack, chest pain, or stroke. It is best to avoid or minimize the consumption of Seville oranges, Seville orange juice, grapefruit, and grapefruit juice during treatment. You should take nintedanib with food and swallow it whole with water. Taking nintedanib with food may help with absorption of the medication and reduce gastrointestinal side effects. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions on how to take this or other medications you are prescribed. 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.
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.
See also
Drug Interaction Classification
| Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
| Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
| 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. | |
| No interaction information available. |
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