Drug Interaction Report

Saquinavir may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of futibatinib. High levels of futibatinib can increase the risk and/or severity of side effects including dry or inflamed eyes, inflamed cornea, increased tears, disorder of the retina, high phosphate levels in your blood, redness, swelling, peeling or tenderness, mainly on the hands or feet, nails separating from the bed or poor formation of the nail, urinary tract infection, constipation, diarrhea, dry mouth, abdominal pain, fatigue, muscle and joint pain, decreased levels of blood cells (white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets), and changes in liver function blood tests. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. Your doctor may be able to prescribe alternatives that do not interact, or you may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring 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.

Grapefruit juice can increase the blood levels of futibatinib. This may increase side effects including dry or inflamed eyes, inflamed cornea, increased tears, disorder of the retina, high phosphate levels in your blood, redness, swelling, peeling or tenderness, mainly on the hands or feet, nails separating from the bed or poor formation of the nail, urinary tract infection, constipation, diarrhea, dry mouth, abdominal pain, fatigue, muscle and joint pain, decreased levels of blood cells (white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets), and changes in liver function blood tests. You should avoid the consumption of grapefruit and grapefruit juice during treatment with futibatinib. Be sure to take the medication at approximately the same time every day to maintain consistent blood levels and effects. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions on how to take this or other medications you are prescribed. 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.

Food can enhance the levels of saquinavir in your body. Saquinavir should be taken with meals or within 2 hours after eating. This will make it easier for your body to absorb the medication. Grapefruit can raise the levels of saquinavir in your body. Discuss the use of grapefruit products with your doctor. Do not increase or decrease the amount of grapefruit products in your diet without first talking to your doctor.