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Glasdegib + Telavancin

Severity: Major

Glasdegib and Telavancin: major interaction.

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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

Glasdegib can prolong the QT interval, and telavancin may contribute a further small effect. The risk of serious ventricular arrhythmia is increased, especially with electrolyte disturbance or heart disease.

What this interaction means in plain words

Glasdegib and Telavancin 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.

Glasdegib belongs to Oncology; Telavancin belongs to Anti Bacterial.

Evidence level: Low

Why it happens

Additive pharmacodynamic QT prolongation.

What to do

Use another antibiotic if possible. If the combination is unavoidable, monitor ECG and electrolytes more frequently and correct abnormalities promptly.

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 Glasdegib with Telavancin?

MediHelp rates the interaction as major. Glasdegib and Telavancin 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. Glasdegib can prolong the QT interval, and telavancin may contribute a further small effect. The risk of serious ventricular arrhythmia is increased, especially with electrolyte disturbance or heart disease.

How serious is the interaction between Glasdegib and Telavancin?

MediHelp rates it major, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Use another antibiotic if possible. If the combination is unavoidable, monitor ECG and electrolytes more frequently and correct abnormalities promptly.

What other medicines interact with Telavancin?

MediHelp also lists interactions of Telavancin with, for example, Thioridazine, Adagrasib, Amiodarone. The full list is on the Telavancin page.

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