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Drug Interactions between lactobacillus acidophilus / methscopolamine and zanubrutinib

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Moderate

lactobacillus acidophilus zanubrutinib

Applies to: lactobacillus acidophilus / methscopolamine and zanubrutinib

MONITOR: Probiotic use during immunosuppressant or intense antineoplastic therapy may theoretically increase the risk of infections from the live microorganisms contained in probiotic products. Patients may be immunosuppressed if they have recently received or are receiving alkylating agents, antimetabolites, radiation, some antirheumatic agents, high dosages of corticosteroids or adrenocorticotropic agents, or long-term topical or inhaled corticosteroids. Although probiotics are generally considered safe, with minimal to low pathogenicity, infections such as bacteremia and endocarditis with various strains commonly found in probiotics (e.g., lactobacilli, bifidobacteria, Bacillus subtilis) have been rarely reported, primarily in critically ill patients or patients with significant underlying medical conditions such as malignancy, organ transplantation, AIDS, valvular heart disease, diabetes mellitus, recent surgery, or compromised immune system. Lactobacillus bacteremia has also been reported following endoscopy. In addition, cases of lactobacillus pneumonia and liver abscess, as well as Saccharomyces fungemia, pneumonia, liver abscess, peritonitis and vaginitis, have been described in the medical literature.

MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised when probiotics are used during immunosuppressant or intense antineoplastic therapy. It may be advisable to avoid using probiotics, particularly products containing saccharomyces boulardii, in patients who are significantly immunosuppressed unless benefits are anticipated to outweigh the potential risk of infection.

References

  1. Salminen MK, Rautelin H, Tynkkynen S, et al. (2004) "Lactobacillus bacteremia, clinical significance, and patient outcome, with special focus on probiotic L. rhamnosus GG." Clin Infect Dis, 38, p. 62-9
  2. Salminen MK, Tynkkynen S, Rautelin H, et al. (2002) "Lactobacillus bacteremia during a rapid increase in probiotic use of Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG in Finland." Clin Infect Dis, 35, p. 1155-60
  3. Rautio M, Jousimies-Somer H, Kauma H, et al. (1999) "Liver abscess due to a Lactobacillus rhamnosus strain indistinguishable from L. rhamnosus strain GG." Clin Infect Dis, 28, p. 1159-60
  4. Schlegel L, Lemerle S, Geslin P (1998) "Lactobacillus species as opportunistic pathogens in immunocompromised patients." Eur J Clin Microbiol Infect Dis, 17, p. 887-8
  5. Saxelin M, Chuang NH, Chassy B, et al. (1996) "Lactobacilli and bacteremia in southern Finland, 1989-1992" Clin Infect Dis, 22, p. 564-6
  6. Husni RN, Gordon SM, Washington JA, Longworth DL (1997) "Lactobacillus bacteremia and endocarditis: review of 45 cases." Clin Infect Dis, 25, p. 1048-55
  7. Oggioni MR, Pozzi G, Valensin PE, Galieni P, Bigazzi C (1998) "Recurrent septicemia in an immunocompromised patient due to probiotic strains of Bacillus subtilis." J Clin Microbiol, 36, p. 325-6
  8. Mackay AD, Taylor MB, Kibbler CC, Hamilton-Miller JM (1999) "Lactobacillus endocarditis caused by a probiotic organism." Clin Microbiol Infect, 5, p. 290-2
  9. Borriello SP, Hammes WP, Holzapfel W, et al. (2003) "Safety of probiotics that contain lactobacilli or bifidobacteria." Clin Infect Dis, 36, p. 775-80
  10. Lolis N, Veldekis D, Moraitou H, et al. (2008) "Saccharomyces boulardii fungaemia in an intensive care unit patient treated with caspofungin." Crit Care, 12, epub
  11. Boyle RJ, Robins-Browne RM, Tang ML (2006) "Probiotic use in clinical practice: what are the risks?" Am J Clin Nutr, 83, p. 1256-64
  12. Pruccoli G, Silvestro E, Napoleone CP, Aidala E, Garazzino S, Scolfaro C (2024) Are probiotics safe? Bifidobacterium bacteremia in a child with severe heart failure. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/333853508_Are_probiotics_safe_Bifidobacterium_bacteremia_in_a_child_with_severe_heart_failure
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Drug and food interactions

Major

zanubrutinib food

Applies to: zanubrutinib

GENERALLY AVOID: Grapefruit and/or grapefruit juice may increase the plasma concentrations of zanubrutinib. The proposed mechanism is inhibition of CYP450 3A4-mediated first-pass metabolism in the gut wall by certain compounds present in grapefruit. Inhibition of hepatic CYP450 3A4 may also contribute. The interaction has not been studied with grapefruit juice, but has been reported for other CYP450 3A4 inhibitors. When zanubrutinib was administered with the potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitor itraconazole (200 mg once daily) in clinical study subjects, zanubrutinib peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) increased by 157% and 278%, respectively. Data derived from pharmacokinetic modeling have also been reported for several additional CYP450 3A4 inhibitors. For example, the potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitor clarithromycin (250 mg twice daily) is predicted to increase zanubrutinib Cmax and AUC by 175% and 183%, respectively. The moderate CYP450 3A4 inhibitor diltiazem (60 mg three times daily) is predicted to increase zanubrutinib Cmax and AUC by 151% and 157%, respectively. Another moderate CYP450 3A4 inhibitor, erythromycin (500 mg four times daily), is predicted to increase zanubrutinib Cmax and AUC by 284% and 317%, respectively. Likewise, fluconazole 200 mg once daily is predicted to increase zanubrutinib Cmax and AUC by 179% and 177%, respectively; while fluconazole 400 mg once daily is predicted to increase zanubrutinib Cmax and AUC by 270% and 284%, respectively. In general, the effects of grapefruit products are concentration-, dose- and preparation-dependent, and can vary widely among brands. Certain preparations of grapefruit (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. Increased zanubrutinib exposure may potentiate the risk of toxicities such as hemorrhage, infection, cytopenias, malignancies, and serious cardiac arrhythmias (primarily atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter).

Food does not affect the oral bioavailability of zanubrutinib. No clinically significant differences in zanubrutinib Cmax or AUC were observed following administration of a high-fat meal (approximately 1000 calories; 50% from fat) in healthy subjects.

MANAGEMENT: Zanubrutinib may be administered with or without food. Patients should avoid consumption of grapefruit, grapefruit juice, Seville oranges, and Seville orange juice during treatment with zanubrutinib.

References

  1. (2023) "Product Information. Brukinsa (zanubrutinib)." BeiGene USA, Inc, SUPPL-7
  2. (2022) "Product Information. Brukinsa (zanubrutinib)." Innomar Strategies Inc.
  3. (2022) "Product Information. Brukinsa (zanubrutinib)." Beigene Aus Pty Ltd

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Moderate

methscopolamine food

Applies to: lactobacillus acidophilus / methscopolamine

GENERALLY AVOID: Use of anticholinergic agents with alcohol may result in sufficient impairment of attention so as to render driving and operating machinery more hazardous. In addition, the potential for abuse may be increased with the combination. The mechanism of interaction is not established but may involve additive depressant effects on the central nervous system. No effect of oral propantheline or atropine on blood alcohol levels was observed in healthy volunteers when administered before ingestion of a standard ethanol load. However, one study found impairment of attention in subjects given atropine 0.5 mg or glycopyrrolate 1 mg in combination with alcohol.

MANAGEMENT: Alcohol should generally be avoided during therapy with anticholinergic agents. Patients should be counseled to avoid activities requiring mental alertness until they know how these agents affect them.

References

  1. Linnoila M (1973) "Drug effects on psychomotor skills related to driving: interaction of atropine, glycopyrrhonium and alcohol." Eur J Clin Pharmacol, 6, p. 107-12

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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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