Drug Interaction Report

Lonafarnib may increase the blood levels of avatrombopag. You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor to safely use both medications. 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.

Lonafarnib should be taken with the morning and evening meals and an adequate amount of water. Do not consume grapefruit, grapefruit juice, or Seville oranges (also known as bitter or sour oranges).During treatment with lonafarnib. Juice from grapefruits and Seville oranges can increase the blood levels of lonafarnib. This may increase the risk and/or severity of side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, electrolyte (e.G., calcium, magnesium, potassium, phosphate, sodium) abnormalities, liver problems, low red and white blood cell counts, infection, and high blood pressure. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. 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.

Taking avatrombopag with food helps ensure consistent absorption of the medication into the blood stream. You should take each dose of avatrombopag with food at the same time everyday.