Pembrolizumab interactions

Conditions

Conditions in which Pembrolizumab needs care, as documented in this source.

• Cardiovascular Diseases

  Major

  The use of monoclonal antibodies administered via IV infusion may cause serious infusion reactions, including bronchospasm, hypoxia, dyspnea, fluctuations in blood pressure, laryngeal edema and pulmonary edema. Caution should be taken in patients with a history of cardiopulmonary disease as they may require additional post-infusion medications to manage respiratory complications. It is recommended to administer required intravenous hydration and premedication with antihistamines, analgesics, and antipyretics before administration. Monitor closely for signs and symptoms of infusion reactions during and for at least 4 hours following completion of each infusion in a setting where cardiopulmonary resuscitation medication and equipment are available. Immediately interrupt or permanently discontinue treatment and institute supportive management for severe or prolonged infusion reactions as appropriate.

  5 sources

  1. "Product Information. Keytruda (pembrolizumab)." Merck & Co., Inc (2014):
  2. "Product Information. Blincyto (blinatumomab)." Amgen USA (2014):
  3. "Product Information. Opdivo (nivolumab)." Bristol-Myers Squibb (2014):
  4. "Product Information. Unituxin (dinutuximab)." United Therapeutics Corporation (2015):
  5. "Product Information. Empliciti (elotuzumab)." Bristol-Myers Squibb (2015):

• Infections

  Major

  Because of their cytotoxic effects on rapidly proliferating tissues, antineoplastic agents frequently can, to varying extent, induce myelosuppression. The use of these drugs may be contraindicated in patients with known infectious diseases. All patients should be instructed to immediately report any signs or symptoms suggesting infection such as fever, sore throat, or local infection during antineoplastic therapy. Close clinical monitoring of hematopoietic function is recommended.

  39 sources

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  2. "Product Information. Methotrexate (methotrexate)." Lederle Laboratories (2002):
  3. "Product Information. Platinol (cisplatin)." Bristol-Myers Squibb (2001):
  4. "Product Information. Vepesid (etoposide)." Bristol-Myers Squibb (2001):
  5. "Product Information. Novantrone (mitoxantrone)." Immunex Corporation (2001):
  6. "Product Information. Mutamycin (mitomycin)." Bristol-Myers Squibb (2001):
  7. "Product Information. Ifex (ifosfamide)." Bristol-Myers Squibb (2001):
  8. "Product Information. Thiotepa (thiotepa)." Hikma USA (formerly West-Ward Pharmaceutical Corporation) (2001):

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  13. "Product Information. Fludara (fludarabine)." Berlex Laboratories (2001):
  14. "Product Information. Idamycin (idarubicin)." Pharmacia and Upjohn (2001):
  15. "Product Information. Matulane (procarbazine)." Roche Laboratories (2001):
  16. "Product Information. DTIC-Dome (dacarbazine)." Bayer (2001):
  17. "Product Information. Adriamycin PFS (doxorubicin)." Pharmacia and Upjohn (2001):
  18. "Product Information. Leustatin (cladribine)." Ortho Biotech Inc (2001):
  19. "Product Information. Gemzar (gemcitabine)." Lilly, Eli and Company (2001):
  20. "Product Information. Hycamtin (topotecan)." SmithKline Beecham (2001):
  21. "Product Information. Taxotere (docetaxel)." Rhone Poulenc Rorer (2001):
  22. "Product Information. Taxol (paclitaxel)." Bristol-Myers Squibb (2001):
  23. "Product Information. Nipent (pentostatin)." Hospira Inc (2001):
  24. "Product Information. Tabloid (thioguanine)." Prasco Laboratories (2001):
  25. "Product Information. Xeloda (capecitabine)." Roche Laboratories (2001):
  26. "Product Information. Alkeran (melphalan)." Glaxo Wellcome (2022):
  27. "Product Information. Purinethol (mercaptopurine)." Glaxo Wellcome (2001):
  28. "Product Information. Leukeran Tablets (chlorambucil)." Glaxo Welcome, Research Triangle Pk, NC.
  29. "Product Information. Doxil (doxorubicin liposomal)." Sequus Pharmaceuticals Inc (2001):
  30. "Product Information. Cytosar-U (cytarabine)." Pharmacia and Upjohn (2001):
  31. "Product Information. Uracil Mustard (uracil mustard)." Roberts Pharmaceutical Corporation (2001):
  32. "Product Information. Jevtana (cabazitaxel)." sanofi-aventis (2010):
  33. "Product Information. Halaven (eribulin)." Eisai Inc (2010):
  34. "Product Information. Keytruda (pembrolizumab)." Merck & Co., Inc (2014):
  35. "Product Information. Blincyto (blinatumomab)." Amgen USA (2014):
  36. "Product Information. Opdivo (nivolumab)." Bristol-Myers Squibb (2014):
  37. "Product Information. Unituxin (dinutuximab)." United Therapeutics Corporation (2015):
  38. "Product Information. Empliciti (elotuzumab)." Bristol-Myers Squibb (2015):
  39. "Product Information. Pepaxto (melphalan flufenamide)." Oncopeptides Inc. (2021):

• Tumor Lysis Syndrome

  Major

  Tumor lysis syndrome (TLS) has occurred in patients receiving certain monoclonal antibodies. Patients with high tumor burden and those with high circulating lymphocyte counts of greater than 25 X 10^9/L have a higher risk of developing TLS. Consider tumor lysis prophylaxis prior to the infusion with anti-hyperuricemics and hydration beginning 12 to 24 hours prior to infusion. It is recommended to correct electrolytes abnormalities, and monitor renal function in patients who develop TLS. Monitor for signs and symptoms of TLS and temporary interruption or discontinuation of therapy might be required.

  8 sources

  1. "Product Information. Arzerra (ofatumumab)." GlaxoSmithKline (2009):
  2. "Product Information. Adcetris (brentuximab vedotin)." Seattle Genetics Inc (2011):
  3. "Product Information. Gazyva (obinutuzumab)." Genentech (2013):
  4. "Product Information. Keytruda (pembrolizumab)." Merck & Co., Inc (2014):
  5. "Product Information. Blincyto (blinatumomab)." Amgen USA (2014):
  6. "Product Information. Opdivo (nivolumab)." Bristol-Myers Squibb (2014):
  7. "Product Information. Unituxin (dinutuximab)." United Therapeutics Corporation (2015):
  8. "Product Information. Empliciti (elotuzumab)." Bristol-Myers Squibb (2015):

• Colitis

  Moderate

  Immune-mediated colitis has been reported with the use of pembrolizumab. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of colitis. It is recommended to administer corticosteroids at a dose of 1 to 2 mg/kg/day prednisone equivalents followed by corticosteroid taper for moderate to severe or life-threatening colitis. Withhold treatment for moderate or severe colitis, and permanently discontinue therapy for life-threatening colitis. If appropriate modify the dose according to manufacturer recommendations. Care should be taken when using pembrolizumab in patients with inflammatory bowel disease.

  1 source

  1. "Product Information. Keytruda (pembrolizumab)." Merck & Co., Inc (2014):

• Diabetes Mellitus

  Moderate

  Pembrolizumab can cause type 1 diabetes mellitus, including diabetic ketoacidosis. Monitor for hyperglycemia or other signs and symptoms of diabetes. Administer insulin for type 1 diabetes, and withhold pembrolizumab and administer anti-hyperglycemics in patients with severe hyperglycemia. Care should be exercised when using pembrolizumab in diabetic patients.

  1 source

  1. "Product Information. Keytruda (pembrolizumab)." Merck & Co., Inc (2014):

• Hepatic Insufficiency

  Moderate

  Pembrolizumab can cause immune-mediated hepatitis. Based on a population pharmacokinetic analysis, no dose adjustment is recommended for patients with mild hepatic impairment. Caution is recommended when using pembrolizumab in patients with moderate or severe hepatic impairment as there is insufficient information to determine whether there are clinically important differences in the CL of pembrolizumab in these patients. Monitor patients for abnormal liver tests prior to and periodically during treatment. It is recommended to administer corticosteroids at a dose of 0.5 to 1 mg/kg/day prednisone equivalents for grade 2 hepatitis and 1 to 2 mg/kg/day prednisone equivalents for grade 3 or greater hepatitis followed by corticosteroid taper and, based on severity of liver enzyme elevations, withhold or discontinue treatment. If appropriate modify the dose according to manufacturer recommendations. Care should be taken when using pembrolizumab in patients with hepatic impairment.

  1 source

  1. "Product Information. Keytruda (pembrolizumab)." Merck & Co., Inc (2014):

• Kidney Diseases

  Moderate

  Pembrolizumab can cause immune-mediated nephritis. Monitor patients for changes in renal function, including elevated serum creatinine, prior to and periodically during treatment. It is recommended to administer corticosteroids at a dose of 1 to 2 mg/kg/day prednisone equivalents followed by corticosteroid taper for moderate or greater nephritis. Withhold pembrolizumab for moderate and permanently discontinue treatment for severe or life-threatening nephritis. Care should be taken when using pembrolizumab in patients with renal dysfunction.

  1 source

  1. "Product Information. Keytruda (pembrolizumab)." Merck & Co., Inc (2014):

• Multiple Myeloma

  Moderate

  The use of pembrolizumab is not recommended in patients with multiple myeloma with a PD-1 or PD-L1 blocking antibody in combination with a thalidomide analog plus dexamethasone. In two randomized clinical trials in patients with multiple myeloma, the addition of pembrolizumab to a thalidomide analog plus dexamethasone, a use for which no PD-1 or PD-L1 blocking antibody is indicated, resulted in increased mortality.

  1 source

  1. "Product Information. Keytruda (pembrolizumab)." Merck & Co., Inc (2014):

• Myasthenia Gravis

  Moderate

  Certain PD-1 inhibitors such as nivolumab and pembrolizumab should be used with caution in patients with myasthenia gravis (MG). Worsening of myasthenic weakness has been reported in people with previously diagnosed MG. It is recommended to advise patients with MG and cancer considering cancer immunotherapy about this possible side effect.

  2 sources

  1. "Product Information. Keytruda (pembrolizumab)." Merck & Co., Inc (2014):
  2. "Product Information. Opdivo (nivolumab)." Bristol-Myers Squibb (2014):

• Pneumonia

  Moderate

  Immune-mediated pneumonitis, including fatal cases have been reported with the use of pembrolizumab. Monitor patients for signs with radiographic imaging and for symptoms of pneumonitis. It is recommended to administer corticosteroids at a dose of 1 to 2 mg/kg/day prednisone equivalents for moderate or more severe pneumonitis, followed by corticosteroid taper. Permanently discontinue therapy for severe, life-threatening or recurrent moderate pneumonitis and withhold therapy until resolution for moderate pneumonitis. If appropriate modify the dose according to manufacturer recommendations. Care should be taken when using pembrolizumab in patients with pulmonary infections.

  1 source

  1. "Product Information. Keytruda (pembrolizumab)." Merck & Co., Inc (2014):

• Thyroid Diseases

  Moderate

  Pembrolizumab can cause autoimmune thyroid disorders. Monitor thyroid function prior to, periodically during treatment, and as indicated based on clinical evaluation. Administer hormone-replacement therapy for hypothyroidism. Initiate medical management for control of hyperthyroidism. Withhold or discontinue pembrolizumab for severe or life-threatening hyperthyroidism. Care should be take when using this agent in patients with thyroid disease.

  1 source

  1. "Product Information. Keytruda (pembrolizumab)." Merck & Co., Inc (2014):