Drug Interactions between mitapivat and nintedanib

GENERALLY AVOID: Theoretically, the coadministration with grapefruit juice may increase the plasma concentrations of mitapivat. The proposed mechanism is inhibition of CYP450 3A4-mediated first-pass metabolism in the gut wall by certain compounds present in grapefruits. The extent and clinical significance are unknown. 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. Moreover, pharmacokinetic alterations associated with interactions involving grapefruit juice are often subject to a high degree of interpatient variability.

MANAGEMENT: Although clinical data are lacking, it may be advisable to avoid or limit consumption of grapefruit or grapefruit juice during therapy with mitapivat if possible. If concomitant use is unavoidable, close monitoring of hemoglobin levels and for the development of adverse effects such as atrial fibrillation, gastroenteritis, rib fracture, musculoskeletal pain, arthralgia, increased urate levels, and in males, for decreased estrone and estradiol levels, is recommended. The product labeling should be consulted for dose adjustments of mitapivat in the event of the development of adverse reaction or hemoglobin levels above normal.

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Food enhances the oral bioavailability of nintedanib. After food intake, nintedanib exposure increased by approximately 20% compared to administration under fasted conditions. Absorption was also delayed, as indicated by an increase in the median time to reach maximum plasma concentration (Tmax) from 2 hours in the fasted state to approximately 4 hours under fed conditions, irrespective of the type of food ingested. In an in vitro study, mixing nintedanib capsules with a small amount of apple sauce or chocolate pudding for up to 15 minutes did not have any impact on their pharmaceutical quality, but swelling and deformation of the capsules were observed with longer exposure time due to water uptake of the gelatin capsule shell. Therefore, administration with soft food would not be expected to alter the clinical effect of nintedanib when taken immediately.

GENERALLY AVOID: Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may increase the plasma concentrations of nintedanib, which has been shown to be a substrate of the P-glycoprotein (P-gp) efflux transporter and a minor substrate of the CYP450 3A4 isoenzyme. The proposed mechanism is inhibition of both P-gp-mediated efflux in the gut wall as well as CYP450 3A4-mediated first-pass metabolism in the intestinal tract by certain compounds present in grapefruit.

MANAGEMENT: Nintedanib should be administered with food to reduce the incidence of gastrointestinal effects. Nintedanib capsules may be taken with water or a small amount (teaspoonful) of cold or room temperature soft food, such as apple sauce or chocolate pudding, and must be swallowed whole (unchewed) immediately, to ensure the capsule stays intact. Food containing grapefruit, grapefruit juice, Seville orange (a citrus relative of the grapefruit), or Seville orange juice should be avoided during treatment with nintedanib.