Drug Interactions between Retevmo and rucaparib
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- Retevmo (selpercatinib)
- rucaparib
Interactions between your drugs
rucaparib selpercatinib
Applies to: rucaparib and Retevmo (selpercatinib)
Consumer information for this interaction is not currently available.
MONITOR CLOSELY: Selpercatinib can cause concentration-dependent prolongation of the QT interval. Theoretically, coadministration with other agents that can prolong the QT interval may result in additive effects and increased risk of ventricular arrhythmias including torsade de pointes and sudden death. Based on findings from a thorough QT study in healthy subjects, the largest mean increase in QTc is predicted to be 10.6 msec (upper 90% confidence interval: 12.1 msec) at the mean steady-state maximum concentration (Cmax) observed in patients administered selpercatinib 160 mg twice daily. In clinical trials, an increase in QTcF interval to >500 msec was measured in 6% of patients and an increase in the QTcF interval of at least 60 msec over baseline was measured in 15% of patients. Selpercatinib has not been studied in patients with clinically significant active cardiovascular disease or recent myocardial infarction. In general, the risk of an individual agent or a combination of agents causing ventricular arrhythmia in association with QT prolongation is largely unpredictable but may be increased by certain underlying risk factors such as congenital long QT syndrome, cardiac disease, and electrolyte disturbances (e.g., hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia, hypocalcemia). Moreover, the extent of drug-induced QT prolongation is dependent on the particular drug(s) involved and dosage(s) of the drug(s).
MANAGEMENT: Caution is recommended if selpercatinib is used in combination with other drugs that can prolong the QT interval. An electrocardiogram and serum electrolyte levels should be obtained prior to initiating selpercatinib therapy and periodically during treatment as appropriate based on individual risk factors including diarrhea. Correct hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia, and/or hypocalcemia before starting treatment and during treatment, as they may be risk factors for ventricular arrhythmias. Selpercatinib treatment should be discontinued, interrupted, or dosage reduced based on severity of QT prolongation and/or development of arrhythmia in accordance with the product labeling. Patients should be advised to seek prompt medical attention if they experience symptoms that could indicate the occurrence of torsade de pointes such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, palpitation, irregular heart rhythm, shortness of breath, or syncope.
Drug and food interactions
selpercatinib food
Applies to: Retevmo (selpercatinib)
You should limit or avoid consumption of grapefruit and grapefruit juice during treatment with selpercatinib unless directed otherwise by your doctor. Grapefruit juice may increase the blood levels of selpercatinib. High levels of selpercatinib can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious and potentially life-threatening, although it is a relatively rare side effect. You may be more susceptible if you have a heart condition called congenital long QT syndrome, other cardiac diseases, conduction abnormalities, or electrolyte disturbances (for example, magnesium or potassium loss due to severe or prolonged diarrhea or vomiting). The risk and/or severity of other side effects may also increase, including nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, rash, muscle and joint pain, swelling of arms or legs, liver problems, high blood pressure, and bleeding complications. Talk to your doctor if you experience intolerable or troublesome side effects, or you have other questions or concerns. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations during treatment with selpercatinib. 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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