Drug Interaction Report
5 potential interactions and/or warnings found for the following 2 drugs:
- elacestrant
- Kisqali Femara Co-Pack (letrozole / ribociclib)
Interactions between your drugs
ribociclib elacestrant
Applies to: Kisqali Femara Co-Pack (letrozole / ribociclib), elacestrant
GENERALLY AVOID: Coadministration with potent or moderate inhibitors of CYP450 3A4 may significantly increase the plasma concentrations of elacestrant, which is primarily metabolized by the isoenzyme. When elacestrant (172 mg once daily) was administered with itraconazole, a potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitor, elacestrant peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) increased by 4.4-fold and 5.3-fold, respectively. Concomitant use of fluconazole, a moderate CYP450 3A4 inhibitor, is predicted to increase elacestrant (345 mg single dose) Cmax and AUC by 1.6-fold and 2.3-fold, respectively. Increased exposure to elacestrant may increase the risk of adverse reactions such as musculoskeletal pain, nausea, dyslipidemia, increased liver enzymes, fatigue, decreased hemoglobin, and vomiting.
MANAGEMENT: Coadministration of elacestrant with potent or moderate CYP450 3A4 inhibitors should be generally avoided. However, if a potent or moderate CYP450 3A4 inhibitor must be used, some authorities recommend the following dose adjustments for elacestrant: For concomitant use with potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitors, the elacestrant dose should be reduced to 86 mg once daily and for concomitant use with moderate CYP450 3A4 inhibitors, the elacestrant dose should be reduced to 172 mg once daily. Patient tolerability should be assessed throughout treatment and a subsequent dose reduction of elacestrant to 86 mg once daily may be considered with moderate CYP450 3A4 inhibitors. If the CYP450 3A4 inhibitor is discontinued, elacestrant should be increased to its prior dose after 5 half- lives of the CYP450 3A4 inhibitor.
References (2)
- (2023) "Product Information. Orserdu (elacestrant)." Stemline Therapeutics
- (2024) "Product Information. Korserdu (elacestrant)." Menarini Stemline UK Ltd
letrozole ribociclib
Applies to: Kisqali Femara Co-Pack (letrozole / ribociclib), Kisqali Femara Co-Pack (letrozole / ribociclib)
MONITOR: Coadministration with ribociclib may increase the plasma concentrations and pharmacologic effects of drugs that are substrates of CYP450 3A4. The proposed mechanism is decreased clearance due to ribociclib-mediated inhibition of CYP450 3A4 metabolism. In healthy study subjects, administration of midazolam, a sensitive CYP450 3A4 substrate, with multiple 400 mg daily doses of ribociclib increased the midazolam peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) by 2.1-fold and 3.8-fold, respectively, compared to midazolam administered alone. When given at a clinically relevant dose of 600 mg daily, ribociclib is predicted to increase midazolam Cmax and AUC by 2.4-fold and 5.2-fold, respectively.
MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised when ribociclib is used concomitantly with drugs that undergo metabolism by CYP450 3A4, particularly those with a narrow therapeutic range. Dosage adjustments as well as clinical and laboratory monitoring may be appropriate for some drugs whenever ribociclib is added to or withdrawn from therapy.
References (9)
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- Trivier JM, Libersa C, Belloc C, Lhermitte M (1993) "Amiodarone N-deethylation in human liver microsomes: involvement of cytochrome P450 3A enzymes (first report)." Life Sci, 52, pl91-6
- Rawden HC, Kokwaro GO, Ward SA, Edwards G (2000) "Relative contribution of cytochromes P-450 and flavin-containing monoxygenases to the metabolism of albendazole by human liver microsomes." Br J Clin Pharmacol, 49, p. 313-22
- DSouza DL, Levasseur LM, Nezamis J, Robbins DK, Simms L, Koch KM (2001) "Effect of alosetron on the pharmacokinetics of alprazolam." J Clin Pharmacol, 41, p. 452-4
- Katoh M, Nakajima M, Yamazaki H, Yokoi T (2001) "Inhibitory effects of CYP3A4 substrates and their metabolites on P-glycoprotein-mediated transport." Eur J Pharm Sci, 12, p. 505-13
- Kane GC, Lipsky JJ (2000) "Drug-grapefruit juice interactions." Mayo Clin Proc, 75, p. 933-42
- Yu DK (1999) "The contribution of P-glycoprotein to pharmacokinetic drug-drug interactions." J Clin Pharmacol, 39, p. 1203-11
- Nagy J, Schipper HG, Koopmans RP, Butter JJ, van Boxtel CJ, Kager PA (2002) "Effect of grapefruit juice or cimetidine coadministration on albendazole bioavailability." Am J Trop Med Hyg, 66, p. 260-3
- (2017) "Product Information. Kisqali (ribociclib)." Novartis Pharmaceuticals
Drug and food interactions
elacestrant food
Applies to: elacestrant
GENERALLY AVOID: Grapefruit juice may increase the plasma concentrations of elacestrant, which is primarily metabolized by CYP450 3A4. 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 elacestrant (172 mg once daily) was administered with itraconazole, a potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitor, elacestrant peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) increased by 4.4-fold and 5.3-fold, respectively. Concomitant use of fluconazole, a moderate CYP450 3A4 inhibitor, is predicted to increase elacestrant (345 mg single dose) Cmax and AUC by 1.6-fold and 2.3-fold, respectively. 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 elacestrant may increase the risk of adverse reactions such as musculoskeletal pain, nausea, dyslipidemia, increased liver enzymes, fatigue, decreased hemoglobin, and vomiting.
Administration of elacestrant (345 mg) with a high-fat meal (800 to 1000 calories, 50% fat) increased elacestrant Cmax and AUC by 42% and 22%, respectively, compared to fasted conditions.
MANAGEMENT: It may be advisable for patients to avoid consumption of grapefruit, grapefruit juice, or supplements that contain grapefruit during treatment with elacestrant. Elacestrant should be taken with food at approximately the same time each day.
References (1)
- (2023) "Product Information. Orserdu (elacestrant)." Stemline Therapeutics
ribociclib food
Applies to: Kisqali Femara Co-Pack (letrozole / ribociclib)
GENERALLY AVOID: Pomegranates and grapefruit may increase the systemic exposure to ribociclib. The proposed mechanism is inhibition of CYP450 3A4-mediated first-pass metabolism in the gut wall by certain compounds present in these fruits. Increased exposure to ribociclib may increase the risk of adverse effects such as infections, neutropenia, leukopenia, anemia, thrombocytopenia, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomatitis, alopecia, fatigue, headache, and abnormal liver function may be increased.
MANAGEMENT: Patients receiving ribociclib should avoid consumption of pomegranates or pomegranate juice and grapefruit or grapefruit juice during treatment.
References (1)
- (2017) "Product Information. Kisqali (ribociclib)." Novartis Pharmaceuticals
Therapeutic duplication warnings
Therapeutic duplication is the use of more than one medicine from the same drug category or therapeutic class to treat the same condition. This can be intentional in cases where drugs with similar actions are used together for demonstrated therapeutic benefit. It can also be unintentional in cases where a patient has been treated by more than one doctor, or had prescriptions filled at more than one pharmacy, and can have potentially adverse consequences.
Antineoplastic hormones
Therapeutic duplication
The recommended maximum number of medicines in the 'antineoplastic hormones' category to be taken concurrently is usually one. Your list includes two medicines belonging to the 'antineoplastic hormones' category:
- elacestrant
- Kisqali Femara Co-Pack (letrozole / ribociclib)
Note: In certain circumstances, the benefits of taking this combination of drugs may outweigh any risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your medications or dosage.
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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