Drug interactions
Eribulin + Triclabendazole
Severity: Major
Eribulin and Triclabendazole: major interaction.
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Summary
Triclabendazole and its metabolites can prolong the QT interval, as can eribulin. Combined use may increase arrhythmia risk.
What this interaction means in plain words
Eribulin and Triclabendazole 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.
Eribulin belongs to Oncology; Triclabendazole belongs to Anti Parasitic.
Why it happens
Additive pharmacodynamic QT prolongation.
What to do
Delay triclabendazole or use an alternative if the treatment is not urgent. If both are needed, obtain ECG monitoring and correct electrolytes.
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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Other interactions of Eribulin
Other interactions of Triclabendazole
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Eribulin with Triclabendazole?
MediHelp rates the interaction as major. Eribulin and Triclabendazole 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. Triclabendazole and its metabolites can prolong the QT interval, as can eribulin. Combined use may increase arrhythmia risk.
How serious is the interaction between Eribulin and Triclabendazole?
MediHelp rates it major, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Delay triclabendazole or use an alternative if the treatment is not urgent. If both are needed, obtain ECG monitoring and correct electrolytes.
What other medicines interact with Eribulin?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Eribulin with, for example, Adagrasib, Amiodarone, Amisulpride. The full list is on the Eribulin page.
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