Drug interactions
Fingolimod + Measles mumps and rubella vaccine live
Severity: Major
Fingolimod and Measles mumps and rubella vaccine live: major interaction.
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Summary
Fingolimod reduces circulating lymphocytes, which can weaken the response to vaccination. The live attenuated viruses in the vaccine may replicate excessively in an immunosuppressed patient, causing vaccine-strain disease.
What this interaction means in plain words
Fingolimod and Measles mumps and rubella vaccine live 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.
Why it happens
S1P receptor modulation sequesters lymphocytes, impairing vaccine response and control of live attenuated virus.
What to do
Avoid live vaccines during fingolimod therapy and for about two months after discontinuation. Vaccinate at least one month before starting fingolimod when 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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- Fingolimod + Pimozide Contraindicated
- Fingolimod + Ponesimod Contraindicated
- Fingolimod + Quinidine Contraindicated
- Fingolimod + Siponimod Contraindicated
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Fingolimod with Measles mumps and rubella vaccine live?
MediHelp rates the interaction as major. Fingolimod and Measles mumps and rubella vaccine live 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. Fingolimod reduces circulating lymphocytes, which can weaken the response to vaccination. The live attenuated viruses in the vaccine may replicate excessively in an immunosuppressed patient, causing vaccine-strain disease.
How serious is the interaction between Fingolimod and Measles mumps and rubella vaccine live?
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 live vaccines during fingolimod therapy and for about two months after discontinuation. Vaccinate at least one month before starting fingolimod when possible.
What other medicines interact with Fingolimod?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Fingolimod with, for example, Adenovirus types 4 and 7 live, Bcg vaccine live, Pimozide. The full list is on the Fingolimod page.
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