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Drug Interactions between imatinib and triflupromazine

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Moderate

triflupromazine imatinib

Applies to: triflupromazine and imatinib

MONITOR: Coadministration with imatinib may increase the plasma concentrations of drugs that are substrates of CYP450 2C9, 2D6 and/or 3A4. The mechanism is decreased clearance due to inhibition of these isoenzymes by imatinib. According to the manufacturer, imatinib increased the mean peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) of simvastatin, a sensitive CYP450 3A4 substrate, by 2- and 3.5-fold, respectively. Data for other substrates are limited, although human liver microsome studies indicate that imatinib is a potent competitive inhibitor of all three isoenzymes.

MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised when imatinib is used concomitantly with drugs that undergo metabolism by CYP450 2C9, 2D6 and/or 3A4, particularly those with a narrow therapeutic range. Dosage adjustments as well as clinical and laboratory monitoring may be appropriate for some drugs whenever imatinib is added to or withdrawn from therapy.

References

  1. "Product Information. Gleevec (imatinib)." Novartis Pharmaceuticals (2022):

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Drug and food interactions

Moderate

imatinib food

Applies to: imatinib

GENERALLY AVOID: Coadministration of imatinib with strong CYP450 3A4 inhibitors such as grapefruit juice, may significantly increase the plasma concentrations of imatinib, a known substrate of CYP450 3A4. The proposed mechanism is inhibition of CYP450 3A4-mediated metabolism of imatinib by certain compounds present in grapefruits. Because grapefruit juice inhibits primarily intestinal rather than hepatic CYP450 3A4, the magnitude of interaction is greatest for those drugs that undergo significant presystemic metabolism by CYP450 3A4 (i.e., drugs with low oral bioavailability). In general, the effect of grapefruit juice is concentration-, dose- and preparation-dependent, and can vary widely among brands. Certain preparations of grapefruit juice (e.g., high dose, double strength) have sometimes demonstrated potent inhibition of CYP450 3A4, while other preparations (e.g., low dose, single strength) have typically demonstrated moderate inhibition. Pharmacokinetic interactions involving grapefruit juice are also subject to a high degree of interpatient variability, thus the extent to which a given patient may be affected is difficult to predict. In a single-dose study, coadministration of imatinib with ketoconazole (a strong CYP450 3A4 inhibitor) increased imatinib peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) by 26% and 40%, respectively.

MANAGEMENT: Patients treated with imatinib should preferably avoid the consumption of grapefruit or grapefruit juice. If coadministration is unavoidable, monitor for prolonged and/or increased pharmacologic effects of imatinib, including edema, hematologic toxicity and immunosuppression.

References

  1. "Product Information. Gleevec (imatinib)." Novartis Pharmaceuticals (2022):
  2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics." O 0
  3. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information." O 0

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Moderate

triflupromazine food

Applies to: triflupromazine

GENERALLY AVOID: Concurrent use of ethanol and phenothiazines may result in additive CNS depression and psychomotor impairment. Also, ethanol may precipitate dystonic reactions in patients who are taking phenothiazines. The two drugs probably act on different sites in the brain, although the exact mechanism of the interaction is not known.

MANAGEMENT: Patients should be advised to avoid alcohol during phenothiazine therapy.

References

  1. Lutz EG "Neuroleptic-induced akathisia and dystonia triggered by alcohol." JAMA 236 (1976): 2422-3
  2. Freed E "Alcohol-triggered-neuroleptic-induced tremor, rigidity and dystonia." Med J Aust 2 (1981): 44-5

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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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