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Drug Interactions between lonafarnib and solifenacin

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solifenacin lonafarnib

Applies to: solifenacin and lonafarnib

ADJUST DOSE: Coadministration with potent inhibitors of CYP450 3A4 may significantly increase the plasma concentrations of solifenacin, which is primarily metabolized by the isoenzyme. According to the product labeling, administration of solifenacin (10 mg) in combination with the potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitor ketoconazole (400 mg) increased solifenacin mean peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) by 1.5- and 2.7-fold, respectively, compared to administration alone. Solifenacin is associated with dose-related prolongation of the QT interval. A nearly threefold increase in AUC would be approximately equivalent to administration of a 30 mg dose, whose effect on the QT interval has been studied in a multidose, randomized, double-blind, placebo and positive-controlled (moxifloxacin 400 mg) study of 76 female volunteers aged 19 to 79 years. For the 10 mg and 30 mg doses, mean changes in Fridericia-corrected QT interval (QTcF) from baseline at the time of peak plasma concentration (Tmax) were 2 and 8 msec, respectively, relative to placebo. These changes are less than those observed with moxifloxacin 400 mg, whose placebo-subtracted mean changes in QTcF from baseline ranged from 11 to 16 msec in three sessions. However, the confidence intervals overlapped, and the study was not designed to draw direct statistical conclusions between the drugs or the dose levels.

MANAGEMENT: The dosage of solifenacin should not exceed 5 mg/day when used with potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitors. Close clinical and laboratory monitoring is advised whenever a CYP450 3A4 inhibitor is added to or withdrawn from therapy. Patients should be advised to contact their physician if they experience undue adverse effects of solifenacin such as severe abdominal pain or constipation for 3 or more days. Patients should seek prompt medical attention if they experience symptoms that could indicate the occurrence of torsade de pointes such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, palpitations, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, or syncope. Concomitant use of solifenacin with potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitors, such as itraconazole, is considered contraindicated by some authorities in patients with severe renal impairment or moderate to severe hepatic impairment during and for 2 weeks after treatment with these drugs.

References (5)
  1. "Product Information. Sporonox (itraconazole)." Janssen Pharmaceutica, Titusville, NJ.
  2. (2002) "Product Information. Sporanox (itraconazole)." Janssen Pharmaceuticals
  3. (2004) "Product Information. VESIcare (solifenacin)." GlaxoSmithKline
  4. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
  5. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."

Drug and food interactions

Major

lonafarnib food

Applies to: lonafarnib

GENERALLY AVOID: Grapefruit juice may increase the plasma concentrations of lonafarnib. 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 a single 50 mg oral dose of lonafarnib was administered following pretreatment with the potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitor ketoconazole (200 mg once daily for 5 days) in healthy study subjects, lonafarnib peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) increased by 270% and 425%, respectively, compared to lonafarnib administered alone. 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. Increased exposure to lonafarnib may increase the risk and/or severity of adverse effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, anorexia, electrolyte disturbances, liver enzyme elevations, myelosuppression, infection, and hypertension.

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Food does not have clinically relevant effects on the oral bioavailability of lonafarnib. When a single 75 mg oral dose of lonafarnib was administered with a high-fat meal (952 calories; approximately 43% from fat) in healthy subjects, lonafarnib Cmax and AUC decreased by 55% and 29%, respectively, compared to administration under fasted conditions. When administered with a low-fat meal (421 calories; approximately 12% from fat), lonafarnib Cmax decreased by 25% and AUC decreased by 21% relative to fasting. However, administration with food may help improve gastrointestinal tolerance to lonafarnib, which may commonly cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain.

MANAGEMENT: Lonafarnib should be administered with the morning and evening meals and an adequate amount of water. Patients should avoid consumption of grapefruit or grapefruit juice and Seville oranges (also known as bitter or sour oranges).during treatment with lonafarnib.

References (1)
  1. (2020) "Product Information. Zokinvy (lonafarnib)." Eiger BioPharmaceuticals

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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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