Drug interactions
Ponatinib + Prednisone
Severity: Minor
Ponatinib and Prednisone: minor interaction.
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Summary
Ponatinib inhibits P-glycoprotein in vitro, which might modestly increase exposure to prednisone, but clinical effect is not established.
What this interaction means in plain words
Ponatinib and Prednisone have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Ponatinib belongs to Oncology; Prednisone belongs to Endocrine.
Why it happens
Possible P-glycoprotein inhibition by ponatinib; clinical significance unproven.
What to do
No dose change is needed. Monitor for steroid adverse effects with long-term use.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Ponatinib with Prednisone?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Ponatinib and Prednisone have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Ponatinib inhibits P-glycoprotein in vitro, which might modestly increase exposure to prednisone, but clinical effect is not established.
How serious is the interaction between Ponatinib and Prednisone?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: No dose change is needed. Monitor for steroid adverse effects with long-term use.
What other medicines interact with Prednisone?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Prednisone with, for example, Bcg vaccine live, Measles vaccine, Mifepristone. The full list is on the Prednisone page.
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