Does Deuruxolitinib Phosphate Interact with Deuruxolitinib?
Deuruxolitinib Phosphate and Deuruxolitinib have a moderate drug interaction according to U.S. FDA drug labeling data. Deuruxolitinib is a CYP2C9 and CYP3A substrate. Concomitant use with a strong CYP3A and moderate or strong CYP2C9 inducer decreases deuruxolitinib exposure (C max and AUC), which may reduce LEQSELVI efficacy [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . Deuruxolitinib is a CYP2C9 substrate. Patients taking both medications should consult their healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing the dosage of either drug. This information is based on official FDA drug labeling sourced from OpenFDA and the NIH National Library of Medicine.
- Severity
- Moderate
- Management
- Monitor for effects
- Data Source
- U.S. FDA via OpenFDA
What To Tell Your Doctor or Pharmacist
If you are taking Deuruxolitinib Phosphate and your doctor is considering prescribing Deuruxolitinib (or vice versa), make sure to:
- Inform your doctor and pharmacist of all current medications, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements
- Ask whether the benefits of combining these medications outweigh the risks for your specific situation
- Ask what symptoms to watch for that would indicate the interaction is causing problems
- Ask whether any dosage adjustments are needed
- Never stop or change either medication without first consulting your healthcare provider