Drug interactions
Crofelemer + Nilotinib
Severity: Minor
Crofelemer and Nilotinib: minor interaction.
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Summary
Crofelemer is minimally absorbed and inhibits CYP3A4 mainly in the gut. A meaningful rise in nilotinib levels is possible but unproven, and nilotinib prolongs QT.
What this interaction means in plain words
Crofelemer and Nilotinib have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Crofelemer belongs to Gastrointestinal Tract; Nilotinib belongs to Oncology.
Why it happens
Possible inhibition of intestinal CYP3A4 by crofelemer, with little systemic effect.
What to do
No routine adjustment is needed. Monitor ECG as is standard during nilotinib therapy.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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- Droperidol + Nilotinib Contraindicated
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- Amiodarone + Crofelemer Minor
- Apixaban + Crofelemer Minor
- Aprepitant + Crofelemer Minor
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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Crofelemer with Nilotinib?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Crofelemer and Nilotinib have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Crofelemer is minimally absorbed and inhibits CYP3A4 mainly in the gut. A meaningful rise in nilotinib levels is possible but unproven, and nilotinib prolongs QT.
How serious is the interaction between Crofelemer and Nilotinib?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: No routine adjustment is needed. Monitor ECG as is standard during nilotinib therapy.
What other medicines interact with Nilotinib?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Nilotinib with, for example, Amiodarone, Arsenic trioxide, Disopyramide. The full list is on the Nilotinib page.
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