Drug interactions
Netupitant / palonosetron + Sumatriptan
Severity: Moderate
Netupitant / palonosetron and Sumatriptan: moderate interaction.
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Summary
Palonosetron is a 5-HT3 antagonist, and regulators have reported serotonin syndrome with 5-HT3 antagonists given with serotonergic drugs such as triptans. The risk is considered low, but the combination can occasionally cause agitation, autonomic instability and neuromuscular signs.
What this interaction means in plain words
Netupitant / palonosetron and Sumatriptan can affect each other. The combination is often manageable, but it may need a change of dose, a change of timing, or extra checks while both are taken.
Why it happens
Possible additive serotonergic effects; the mechanism by which 5-HT3 antagonists contribute to serotonin syndrome is not well established.
What to do
Monitor for features of serotonin syndrome such as agitation, tremor, sweating and hyperreflexia, particularly with other serotonergic drugs. Stop the agents and give supportive care if it occurs.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Should I take them at different times of day?
- Does the dose of either medicine need to change?
- Is there anything I should avoid, such as alcohol or certain foods, while on both?
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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Netupitant / palonosetron with Sumatriptan?
MediHelp rates the interaction as moderate. Netupitant / palonosetron and Sumatriptan can affect each other. The combination is often manageable, but it may need a change of dose, a change of timing, or extra checks while both are taken. Palonosetron is a 5-HT3 antagonist, and regulators have reported serotonin syndrome with 5-HT3 antagonists given with serotonergic drugs such as triptans. The risk is considered low, but the combination can occasionally cause agitation, autonomic instability and neuromuscular signs.
How serious is the interaction between Netupitant / palonosetron and Sumatriptan?
MediHelp rates it moderate, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Monitor for features of serotonin syndrome such as agitation, tremor, sweating and hyperreflexia, particularly with other serotonergic drugs. Stop the agents and give supportive care if it occurs.
What other medicines interact with Sumatriptan?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Sumatriptan with, for example, Almotriptan, Dihydroergotamine intranasal, Dihydroergotamine. The full list is on the Sumatriptan page.
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