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Enzalutamide + Pazopanib

Severity: Major

Enzalutamide and Pazopanib: major interaction.

Last updated Sources: EMA SmPC

For healthcare professionals — reference only. This page is a brief summary, not medical advice and not a substitute for official labeling or clinical judgement. Always verify before prescribing or dispensing.

Summary

Pazopanib is a CYP3A4 substrate, and strong inducers may reduce its exposure. This may reduce efficacy.

What this interaction means in plain words

Enzalutamide and Pazopanib can interact in a way that may be serious. Using them together is sometimes necessary, but it needs a deliberate decision by the prescriber, a plan for monitoring, and clear advice on the warning signs to watch for.

Enzalutamide belongs to Endocrine; Pazopanib belongs to Oncology.

Evidence level: Moderate

Why it happens

Enzalutamide induces CYP3A4, increasing pazopanib metabolism.

What to do

Avoid concomitant strong CYP3A4 inducers as per labeling. Choose an alternative agent if possible.

What to ask your pharmacist

  • Does the benefit of taking both outweigh the risk in my case?
  • Do I need any blood test, ECG or other check while on both?
  • What early warning signs should I watch for, and what should I do if they appear?

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Frequently asked questions

Can I take Enzalutamide with Pazopanib?

MediHelp rates the interaction as major. Enzalutamide and Pazopanib can interact in a way that may be serious. Using them together is sometimes necessary, but it needs a deliberate decision by the prescriber, a plan for monitoring, and clear advice on the warning signs to watch for. Pazopanib is a CYP3A4 substrate, and strong inducers may reduce its exposure. This may reduce efficacy.

How serious is the interaction between Enzalutamide and Pazopanib?

MediHelp rates it major, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Avoid concomitant strong CYP3A4 inducers as per labeling. Choose an alternative agent if possible.

What other medicines interact with Enzalutamide?

MediHelp also lists interactions of Enzalutamide with, for example, Doravirine, Elbasvir / grazoprevir, Ensitrelvir. The full list is on the Enzalutamide page.

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