Dosing & Uses
Dosage Forms & Strengths
capsule
- 75mg
- 100mg
- 125mg
tablet
- 75mg
- 100mg
- 125mg
Breast Cancer
Indication
- Indicated for treatment of men or pre-/peri/postmenopausal women with hormone receptor (HR)-positive, human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)-negative advanced or metastatic breast cancer as follows:
- Use in combination with aromatase inhibitor as initial endocrine-based therapy
- Use in combination with fulvestrant in men or women with disease progression following endocrine therapy
Combination therapy with aromatase inhibitor
- Palbociclib 125 mg PO qDay for Days 1-21 of each 28-day cycle
- Aromatase inhibitor: See prescribing information
- Continue until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity
- Men treated with combination palbociclib plus aromatase inhibitor therapy, consider treatment with a luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone (LHRH) agonist according to current clinical practice standards
- Pre/perimenopausal women treated with the combination palbociclib plus aromatase inhibitor should also be treated with an LHRH agonist according to current clinical practice standards
Combination therapy with fulvestrant
- Palbociclib 125 mg PO qDay for Days 1-21 of each 28-day cycle
- Fulvestrant 500 mg IM on Days 1, 15, and 29, and then once monthly thereafter
- Continue until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity
- Pre/perimenopausal women treated with the combination palbociclib plus fulvestrant should also be treated with an LHRH agonist according to current clinical practice standards
Dosage Modifications
Dose reduction for adverse reaction
- First dose reduction: Reduce to 100 mg/day
- Second dose reduction: Reduce to 75 mg/day
- If further dose reduction below 75 mg/day is required, discontinue treatment
Hematologic toxicities
- Grade 1 or 2: No dose adjustment required
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Grade 3*:
- Day 1 of cycle: Withhold dose, repeat CBC within 1 week; when recovered to grade ≤2, start next cycle at same dose
- Day 15 of first 2 cycles: If grade 3 on Day 15, continue at current dose to complete cycle; repeat CBC on Day 22; if grade 4 on Day 22, see grade 4 dose modifications below
- Prolonged (>1 week) recovery from grade 3 or recurrent grade 3 neutropenia in subsequent cycles: Consider dose reduction
- Grade 3 ANC (<1000 to 500/mm³) + fever ≥38.5ºC and/or infection: Withhold drug until recovery to grade ≤2 (≥1000/mm³); resume at next lower dose
- Grade 4*: Withhold drug until recovery to grade ≤2; resume at next lower dose
- *Above refers to all hematologic adverse reactions except lymphopenia, unless associated with clinical event (eg, opportunistic infections)
Nonhematologic toxicities
- Grade 1 or 2: No dose adjustment required
- Grade ≥3 (if persisting despite medical treatment): Withhold until symptoms resolve to grade ≤1 or grade ≤2 (if not considered a safety risk for patient to resume); resume at next lower dose
Coadministration with strong CYP3A inhibitors
- Avoid use with strong CYP3A inhibitors and consider an alternative with no or minimal CYP3A inhibition
- If coadministration cannot be avoided, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day
- If the strong inhibitor is discontinued, increase the palbociclib dose (after 3-5 half-lives of the inhibitor) to the dose used prior to the initiation of the strong CYP3A inhibitor
Hepatic impairment
- Mild or moderate (Child-Pugh A or B): No dose adjustment required
- Severe (Child-Pugh C): Reduce dose to 75 mg/day for Days 1-21 of each 28-day cycle
Renal impairment
- Mild, moderate, or severe (CrCl >15 mL/min): No dose adjustment required
- Hemodialysis: Not studied
Interstitial lung disease (ILD) or pneumonitis
- Permanently discontinue treatment in patients with severe ILD/pneumonitis
Dosing Considerations
Monitor CBC at baseline and at the beginning of each cycle, as well as on Day 14 of the first 2 cycles, and as clinically indicated
Safety and efficacy not established
Interactions
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- apalutamide
apalutamide will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration of apalutamide, a strong CYP3A4 inducer, with drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates can result in lower exposure to these medications. Avoid or substitute another drug for these medications when possible. Evaluate for loss of therapeutic effect if medication must be coadministered. Adjust dose according to prescribing information if needed.
- atazanavir
atazanavir will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- carbamazepine
carbamazepine will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Strong CYP3A inducers decrease palbociclib plasma exposure by ~85%.
- ceritinib
ceritinib will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- chloramphenicol
chloramphenicol will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- clarithromycin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- cobicistat
cobicistat will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- conivaptan
conivaptan will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- dabrafenib
dabrafenib will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Strong CYP3A inducers decrease palbociclib plasma exposure by ~85%.
- darunavir
darunavir will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- dexamethasone
dexamethasone will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Strong CYP3A inducers decrease palbociclib plasma exposure by ~85%.
- elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF
elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- encorafenib
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of encorafenib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If concomitant use of a moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor is unavoidable, reduce encorafenib dose to one-half of the dose (eg, reduce from 450 mg/day to 225 mg/day). After discontinuing the inhibitor for 3-5 elimination half-lives, resume previous encorafenib dose.
- enzalutamide
enzalutamide will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Strong CYP3A inducers decrease palbociclib plasma exposure by ~85%.
- eslicarbazepine acetate
eslicarbazepine acetate will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Strong CYP3A inducers decrease palbociclib plasma exposure by ~85%.
- fexinidazole
fexinidazole will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Fexinidazole inhibits CYP3A4. Coadministration may increase risk for adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
- fosamprenavir
fosamprenavir will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- fosphenytoin
fosphenytoin will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Strong CYP3A inducers decrease palbociclib plasma exposure by ~85%.
- grapefruit
grapefruit will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- idelalisib
idelalisib will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- imatinib
imatinib will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- indinavir
indinavir will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- isoniazid
isoniazid will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- itraconazole
itraconazole will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- ivosidenib
ivosidenib will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates with ivosidenib or replace with alternative therapies. If coadministration is unavoidable, monitor patients for loss of therapeutic effect of these drugs.
- ketoconazole
ketoconazole will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- levoketoconazole
levoketoconazole will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- lonafarnib
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of lonafarnib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration of lonafarnib (a sensitive CYP3A substrate) with weak CYP3A inhibitors is unavoidable, reduce to, or continue lonafarnib at starting dose. Closely monitor for arrhythmias and events (eg, syncope, heart palpitations) since lonafarnib effect on QT interval is unknown.
- lopinavir
lopinavir will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- mifepristone
mifepristone will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- mitotane
mitotane will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Strong CYP3A inducers decrease palbociclib plasma exposure by ~85%.
- nefazodone
nefazodone will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- nelfinavir
nelfinavir will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- nevirapine
nevirapine will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Strong CYP3A inducers decrease palbociclib plasma exposure by ~85%.
- nicardipine
nicardipine will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- ombitasvir/paritaprevir/ritonavir & dasabuvir (DSC)
ombitasvir/paritaprevir/ritonavir & dasabuvir (DSC) will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- oxcarbazepine
oxcarbazepine will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Strong CYP3A inducers decrease palbociclib plasma exposure by ~85%.
- palifermin
palifermin increases toxicity of palbociclib by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Palifermin should not be administered within 24 hr before, during infusion of, or within 24 hr after administration of antineoplastic agents. Coadministration of palifermin within 24 hr of chemotherapy resulted in increased severity and duration of oral mucositis.
- pentobarbital
pentobarbital will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Strong CYP3A inducers decrease palbociclib plasma exposure by ~85%.
- phenobarbital
phenobarbital will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Strong CYP3A inducers decrease palbociclib plasma exposure by ~85%.
- phenytoin
phenytoin will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Strong CYP3A inducers decrease palbociclib plasma exposure by ~85%.
- posaconazole
posaconazole will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- primidone
primidone will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Strong CYP3A inducers decrease palbociclib plasma exposure by ~85%.
- quinidine
quinidine will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- rifabutin
rifabutin will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Strong CYP3A inducers decrease palbociclib plasma exposure by ~85%.
- rifampin
rifampin will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Strong CYP3A inducers decrease palbociclib plasma exposure by ~85%.
- rifapentine
rifapentine will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Strong CYP3A inducers decrease palbociclib plasma exposure by ~85%.
- ritonavir
ritonavir will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- ropeginterferon alfa 2b
ropeginterferon alfa 2b, palbociclib. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Myelosuppressive agents can produce additive myelosuppression. Avoid use and monitor patients receiving the combination for effects of excessive myelosuppression.
- saquinavir
saquinavir will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- St John's Wort
St John's Wort will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Strong CYP3A inducers decrease palbociclib plasma exposure by ~85%.
- tipranavir
tipranavir will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- tucatinib
tucatinib will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid concomitant use of tucatinib with CYP3A substrates, where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious or life-threatening toxicities. If unavoidable, reduce CYP3A substrate dose according to product labeling.
- voriconazole
voriconazole will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- voxelotor
voxelotor will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Voxelotor increases systemic exposure of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates. Avoid coadministration with sensitive CYP3A4 substrates with a narrow therapeutic index. Consider dose reduction of the sensitive CYP3A4 substrate(s) if unable to avoid.
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- alfentanil
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of alfentanil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. The dose of sensitive CYP3A substrates with a narrow therapeutic index may need to be reduced if coadministered with palbociclib
- amiodarone
amiodarone will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- aprepitant
aprepitant will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- armodafinil
armodafinil will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- atogepant
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of atogepant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- avapritinib
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of avapritinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- bicalutamide
bicalutamide will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- bosentan
bosentan will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- carbamazepine
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of carbamazepine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. The dose of sensitive CYP3A substrates with a narrow therapeutic index may need to be reduced if coadministered with palbociclib
- cenobamate
cenobamate will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Increase dose of CYP3A4 substrate, as needed, when coadministered with cenobamate.
- cholera vaccine
palbociclib decreases effects of cholera vaccine by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Immunosuppressive therapies, including irradiation, antimetabolites, alkylating agents, cytotoxic drugs and corticosteroids (used in greater than physiologic doses), may reduce the immune response to cholera vaccine.
- cimetidine
cimetidine will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- clobazam
clobazam will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- clonidine
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of clonidine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. The dose of sensitive CYP3A substrates with a narrow therapeutic index may need to be reduced if coadministered with palbociclib
- crizotinib
crizotinib will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- cyclosporine
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of cyclosporine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Consider reducing the dose of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates with a narrow therapeutic index when coadministered with palbociclib.
- dengue vaccine
palbociclib decreases effects of dengue vaccine by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Immunosuppressive therapies (eg, irradiation, antimetabolites, alkylating agents, cytotoxic drugs, corticosteroids [greater than physiologic doses]) may reduce immune response to dengue vaccine.
- dihydroergotamine
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of dihydroergotamine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. The dose of sensitive CYP3A substrates with a narrow therapeutic index may need to be reduced if coadministered with palbociclib
- diltiazem
diltiazem will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- disopyramide
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of disopyramide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. The dose of sensitive CYP3A substrates with a narrow therapeutic index may need to be reduced if coadministered with palbociclib
- doxycycline
doxycycline will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- dronedarone
dronedarone will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- duvelisib
duvelisib will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Coadministration with duvelisib increases AUC of a sensitive CYP3A4 substrate which may increase the risk of toxicities of these drugs. Consider reducing the dose of the sensitive CYP3A4 substrate and monitor for signs of toxicities of the coadministered sensitive CYP3A substrate.
- efavirenz
efavirenz will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- elagolix
elagolix decreases levels of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Elagolix is a weak-to-moderate CYP3A4 inducer. Monitor CYP3A substrates if coadministered. Consider increasing CYP3A substrate dose if needed.
- encorafenib
encorafenib, palbociclib. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Encorafenib both inhibits and induces CYP3A4 at clinically relevant plasma concentrations. Coadministration of encorafenib with sensitive CYP3A4 substrates may result in increased toxicity or decreased efficacy of these agents.
- ergotamine
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of ergotamine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. The dose of sensitive CYP3A substrates with a narrow therapeutic index may need to be reduced if coadministered with palbociclib
- erythromycin base
erythromycin base will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- erythromycin ethylsuccinate
erythromycin ethylsuccinate will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- erythromycin lactobionate
erythromycin lactobionate will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- erythromycin stearate
erythromycin stearate will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ethosuximide
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of ethosuximide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. The dose of sensitive CYP3A substrates with a narrow therapeutic index may need to be reduced if coadministered with palbociclib
- etravirine
etravirine will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- everolimus
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of everolimus by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. The dose of sensitive CYP3A substrates with a narrow therapeutic index may need to be reduced if coadministered with palbociclib
- fedratinib
fedratinib will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Adjust dose of drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates as necessary.
- finerenone
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of finerenone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Monitor serum potassium during initiation and dosage adjustment of either finererone or weak CYP3A4 inhibitors. Adjust finererone dosage as needed.
- flibanserin
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of flibanserin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased flibanserin adverse effects may occur if coadministered with multiple weak CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- fluconazole
fluconazole will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- fosaprepitant
fosaprepitant will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- haloperidol
haloperidol will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- iloperidone
iloperidone will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- isavuconazonium sulfate
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of isavuconazonium sulfate by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- istradefylline
istradefylline will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Istradefylline 40 mg/day increased peak levels and AUC of CYP3A4 substrates in clinical trials. This effect was not observed with istradefylline 20 mg/day. Consider dose reduction of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates.
- lapatinib
lapatinib will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lemborexant
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of lemborexant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Lower nightly dose of lemborexant recommended if coadministered with weak CYP3A4 inhibitors. See drug monograph for specific dosage modification.
- lenacapavir
lenacapavir will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lidocaine
lidocaine will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lorlatinib
lorlatinib will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- metronidazole
metronidazole will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- midazolam
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of midazolam by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. The dose of sensitive CYP3A substrates with a narrow therapeutic index may need to be reduced if coadministered with palbociclib
- midazolam intranasal
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of midazolam intranasal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration of mild CYP3A4 inhibitors with midazolam intranasal may cause higher midazolam systemic exposure, which may prolong sedation.
- nafcillin
nafcillin will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- netupitant/palonosetron
netupitant/palonosetron will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ofatumumab SC
ofatumumab SC, palbociclib. Either increases effects of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Consider the risk of additive immune system effects when coadministering immunosuppressive therapies with coadministration. When switching from therapies with immune effects, take into account the duration and mechanism of action of these therapies when initiating ofatumumab SC.
- oxaliplatin
oxaliplatin, palbociclib. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration with oxaliplatin may increase the risk of immunosuppression and myelosuppression.
- pimozide
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of pimozide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. The dose of sensitive CYP3A substrates with a narrow therapeutic index may need to be reduced if coadministered with palbociclib
- quinidine
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of quinidine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. The dose of sensitive CYP3A substrates with a narrow therapeutic index may need to be reduced if coadministered with palbociclib
- quinine
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of quinine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. The dose of sensitive CYP3A substrates with a narrow therapeutic index may need to be reduced if coadministered with palbociclib
- ribociclib
ribociclib will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- rucaparib
rucaparib will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Adjust dosage of CYP3A4 substrates, if clinically indicated.
- sertraline
sertraline will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- siponimod
siponimod and palbociclib both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Caution if coadministered because of additive immunosuppressive effects during such therapy and in the weeks following administration. When switching from drugs with prolonged immune effects, consider the half-life and mode of action of these drugs to avoid unintended additive immunosuppressive effects.
- sirolimus
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of sirolimus by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. The dose of sensitive CYP3A substrates with a narrow therapeutic index may need to be reduced if coadministered with palbociclib
- stiripentol
stiripentol, palbociclib. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Stiripentol is a CYP3A4 inhibitor and inducer. Monitor CYP3A4 substrates coadministered with stiripentol for increased or decreased effects. CYP3A4 substrates may require dosage adjustment.
- tacrolimus
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of tacrolimus by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. The dose of sensitive CYP3A substrates with a narrow therapeutic index may need to be reduced if coadministered with palbociclib
- tazemetostat
tazemetostat will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of tazemetostat by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. - tecovirimat
tecovirimat will decrease the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Tecovirimat is a weak CYP3A4 inducer. Monitor sensitive CYP3A4 substrates for effectiveness if coadministered.
- tetracycline
tetracycline will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ticagrelor
ticagrelor will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tinidazole
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of tinidazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- trastuzumab
trastuzumab, palbociclib. Either increases toxicity of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Neutropenia or febrile neutropenia incidence were increased when trastuzumab was coadministered with myelosuppressive chemotherapy. .
- trastuzumab deruxtecan
trastuzumab deruxtecan, palbociclib. Either increases toxicity of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Neutropenia or febrile neutropenia incidence were increased when trastuzumab was coadministered with myelosuppressive chemotherapy. .
- triazolam
palbociclib will increase the level or effect of triazolam by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. The dose of sensitive CYP3A substrates with a narrow therapeutic index may need to be reduced if coadministered with palbociclib
- verapamil
verapamil will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- zileuton
zileuton will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
Minor (4)
- acetazolamide
acetazolamide will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- anastrozole
anastrozole will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- cyclophosphamide
cyclophosphamide will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- larotrectinib
larotrectinib will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
Adverse Effects
Adverse effects listed are for all grades of toxicity unless otherwise noted
>10% (Palbociclib with Letrozole)
WBC decreased (97%)
Neutrophils decreased (95%)
Neutropenia (80%)
Platelets decreased (63%)
Infections (60%)
Neutropenia, Grade 3 (56%)
Neutrophils decreased, Grade 3 (56%)
AST increased (52%)
ALT increased (43%)
Leukopenia (39%)
Fatigue (37%)
Nausea (35%)
WBC decreased, Grade 3 (35%)
Alopecia (33%)
Stomatitis (30%)
Diarrhea (26%)
Anemia (24%)
Leukopenia, Grade 3 (24%)
Rash (18%)
Asthenia (17%)
Vomiting (16%)
Thrombocytopenia (16%)
Dry skin (12%)
Pyrexia (12%)
>10% (Palbociclib with Fulvestrant)
WBC decreased (99%)
Neutrophils decreased (96%)
Neutropenia (83%)
Anemia (78%)
Platelets decreased (62%)
Neutrophils decreased, Grade 3 (56%)
Neutropenia, Grade 3 (55%)
Leukopenia (53%)
Infections (47%)
WBC decreased, Grade 3 (45%)
AST increased (43%)
Fatigue (41%)
ALT increased (36%)
Nausea (34%)
Leukopenia, Grade 3 (30%)
Anemia (30%)
Stomatitis (28%)
Diarrhea (24%)
Vomiting (19%)
Thrombocytopenia (23%)
Alopecia (18%)
Rash (17%)
Decreased appetite (16%)
Pyrexia (13%)
Neutropenia, Grade 4 (11%)
Neutrophils decreased, Grade 4 (11%)
1-10% (Palbociclib with Letrozole)
Neutropenia, Grade 4 (10%)
Anemia, Grade 3 (5%)
Infections, Grade 3 or 4 (1-6%)
AST increased, Grade 3 (3%)
ALT increased, Grade 3 (2%)
Thrombocytopenia, Grade 3 (1%)
Stomatitis, Grade 3 (1%)
Diarrhea, Grade 3 (1%)
Vomiting, Grade 3 (1%)
Leukopenia, Grade 4 (1%)
Rash, Grade 3 (1%)
WBC decreased, Grade 4 (1%)
Neutrophils decreased, Grade 4 (1%)
Platelets decreased, Grade 3 or 4 (1%)
1-10% (Palbociclib with Fulvestrant)
Asthenia (7.5%)
AST increased (7.5%)
Dysgeusia (6.7%)
Epistaxis (6.7%)
Lacrimation increased (6.4%)
Dry skin (6.1%)
ALT increased (5.8%)
Vision blurred (5.8%)
Anemia, Grade 3 (4%)
AST increased, Grade 3 (4%)
Dry eye (3.8%)
Infections, Grade 3 or 4 (1-3%)
Anemia, Grade 3 (3%)
Platelets decreased, Grade 3 (2%)
ALT increased, Grade 3 (2%)
Thrombocytopenia, Grade 3 (2%)
Fatigue, Grade 3 (2%)
Leukopenia, Grade 4 (1%)
Decreased appetite, Grade 3 (1%)
Vomiting, Grade 3 (1%)
Stomatitis, Grade 3 (1%)
Rash, Grade 3 (1%)
WBC decreased, Grade 4 (1%)
<1% (Palbociclib with Letrozole)
Anemia, Grade 4
Thrombocytopenia, Grade 4
Nausea, Grade 3
ALT increased, Grade 4
<1% (Palbociclib with Fulvestrant)
Pyrexia, Grade 3
Infections, Grade 4
Febrile neutropenia
Postmarketing Reports
Interstitial lung disease (ILD)/non-infectious pneumonitis
Palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia syndrome
Warnings
Contraindications
None
Cautions
Neutropenia observed in clinical trials; febrile neutropenia also reported; monitor CBC count prior to starting drug and at the beginning of each cycle, as well as on Day 15 of the first 2 cycles, and as clinically indicated; dose interruption, dose reduction, or delay in starting treatment cycles is recommended for patients who develop grade 3 or 4 neutropenia; patients should promptly report any episodes of fever
Grade 3 and 4 infections reported when administered in combination with an antiestrogen compared to patients receiving antiestrogen only; monitor and manage appropriately symptoms and signs of infection
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and grade 1 or 2 stomatitis reported in clinical trials
Severe, life-threatening, or fatal interstitial lung disease (ILD) and/or pneumonitis can occur in patients treated with cyclin-dependent kinase 4/6 (CDK4/6) inhibitors, when taken in combination with endocrine therapy
Additional cases of ILD/pneumonitis have been observed in the postmarketing setting, with fatalities reported; monitor for pulmonary symptoms indicative of ILD/pneumonitis which may include hypoxia, cough, and dyspnea; permanently discontinue therapy in patients with severe ILD or pneumonitis
Based on findings in animals and mechanism of action, palbociclib can cause fetal harm (see Pregnancy)
Drug interaction overview
- In vitro data indicate that CYP3A and SULT enzyme SULT2A1 are mainly involved in the metabolism of palbociclib
- Palbociclib is also a weak time-dependent inhibitor of CYP3A following daily 125 mg dosing to steady state in humans
- Avoid use with strong CYP3A inhibitors; if coadministration cannot be avoided, reduce the palbociclib dose (see Dosage Modifications)
- Avoid use with moderate or strong CYP3A inducers
- Palbociclib may increase sensitive CYP3A substrates with a narrow therapeutic index (eg, alfentanil, cyclosporine, dihydroergotamine, ergotamine, everolimus, fentanyl, midazolam, pimozide, quinidine, sirolimus, and tacrolimus)
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy
Based on findings in animals and mechanism of action, palbociclib can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman
In animal studies, palbociclib was teratogenic and fetotoxic at maternal exposures that were ≥4 times the human clinical exposure based on AUC at the recommended human dose
Females of reproductive potential should have a pregnancy test before starting treatment
Based on findings in animals, male fertility may be compromised by treatment
Contraception
- Females of reproductive potential: Use effective contraception during treatment and for at least 3 weeks after the last dose
- Male patients with female partners of reproductive potential: Because of potential for genotoxicity, use effective contraception during treatment and for 3 months after the last dose
Infertility
- Males: Based on animal studies, may impair fertility in males of reproductive potential
Lactation
Unknown if distributed in human breast milk; because many drugs are excreted in human milk
Owing to the potential for serious adverse reactions in breastfed infants, advise lactating women not to breastfeed while taking palbociclib and for at least 3 weeks after the last dose
Pregnancy Categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk. C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done. D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk. X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist. NA: Information not available.Pharmacology
Mechanism of Action
Cyclin dependent kinases (CDK) 4,6 inhibitor
Reduces cellular proliferation of ER-positive breast cancer cell lines by blocking progression of the cell from G1 into S phase of the cell cycle
Absorption
Bioavailability: 46%
Peak plasma time: 6-12 hr
Steady-state achieved: 8 days
Distribution
Protein bound: 85%
Vd: 2583 L
Metabolism
Extensively metabolized, primarily by CYP3A and SULT2A1
Elimination
Half-life: 29 hr (patients with advanced breast cancer)
Oral clearance: 63.1 L/hr
Excretion: 74.1% feces (2.3% unchanged); 17.5% urine (6.9% unchanged)
Majority of the dose eliminated in feces was metabolites
Administration
Oral Administration
Take with food
Swallow capsules whole; do not chew, crush, or open before swallowing
Do not ingest if capsule is broken, cracked, or otherwise not intact
Missed or vomited dose: Do NOT take an additional dose; wait until next dose at usual scheduled time
Storage
Store at 20-25ºC (68-77ºF); excursions permitted to 15-30ºC (59-86ºF)
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| BRAND | FORM. | UNIT PRICE | PILL IMAGE |
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| Ibrance oral - | 100 mg capsule |  | |
| Ibrance oral - | 125 mg capsule |  | |
| Ibrance oral - | 75 mg capsule |  |
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Patient Handout
palbociclib oral
PALBOCICLIB - ORAL
(PAL-boe-SYE-klib)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Ibrance
USES: Palbociclib is used to treat a certain type of breast cancer. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells.
HOW TO USE: Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start taking palbociclib and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually once daily for 21 days, then stopping the medication for 7 days. This is one cycle of treatment. Continue taking the medication this way as directed by your doctor.This medication comes in a capsule or tablet. The capsule should be taken with food while the tablet can be taken with or without food. Swallow the medication whole. Do not crush or chew, or open the capsules, or split the tablets.Do not take capsules or tablets that are broken or look damaged. If you vomit after taking the medication, do not take another dose of the medication that day. Take the next dose at the usual time the next day.The dosage is based on your medical condition, lab tests, response to treatment, and other medications you may be taking. Be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Your doctor may stop your medication for a while or reduce your dose if you get any side effects. Talk to your doctor for more details.Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while using this medication unless your doctor or pharmacist says you may do so safely. Grapefruit can increase the chance of side effects with this medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details.Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time on the days you are scheduled to take the medication.Do not increase your dose or use this drug more often or for longer than prescribed. Your condition will not improve any faster, and your risk of serious side effects will increase.Since this drug can be absorbed through the skin and lungs and may harm an unborn baby, women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not handle this medication or breathe the dust from the capsules.
SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, tiredness, weakness, hair loss, mouth sores, or numbness/tingling of arms/legs may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.People using this medication may have serious side effects. However, you have been prescribed this drug because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Careful monitoring by your doctor may decrease your risk.Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: signs of anemia (such as unusual tiredness, pale skin, fast heartbeat), easy bruising/bleeding (such as nosebleed), signs of lung problems (such as chest pain, shortness of breath).This medication may lower your ability to fight infections. This may make you more likely to get a serious infection or make any infection you have worse. Tell your doctor right away if you have any signs of infection (such as sore throat that doesn't go away, fever, chills, cough).A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.In the US -Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
PRECAUTIONS: Before taking palbociclib, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: liver disease.Palbociclib can make you more likely to get infections or may make current infections worse. Stay away from anyone who has an infection that may easily spread (such as chickenpox, COVID-19, measles, flu). Talk to your doctor if you have been exposed to an infection or for more details.Tell your health care professional that you are using palbociclib before having any immunizations/vaccinations. Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines (such as flu vaccine inhaled through the nose).To lower the chance of getting cut, bruised, or injured, use caution with sharp objects like razors and nail cutters, and avoid activities such as contact sports.Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).This medication can affect fertility in males. Ask your doctor for more details.Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. You should not become pregnant while you are using palbociclib. Palbociclib may harm an unborn baby. Men with female partners of childbearing age should use reliable forms of birth control while using this medication and for 3 months after the last dose. Women of childbearing age should have a pregnancy test before starting this medication and should ask about reliable forms of birth control while using this medication and for at least 3 weeks after the last dose. If you become pregnant, talk to your doctor right away about the risks and benefits of this medication.Since this drug can be absorbed through the skin and lungs and may harm an unborn baby, women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not handle this medication or breathe the dust from the capsules.It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant, breast-feeding during treatment and for at least 3 weeks after treatment with this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: See also How to Use section.Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.Other medications can affect the removal of palbociclib from your body, which may affect how palbociclib works. Examples include azole antifungals (such as itraconazole, ketoconazole), carbamazepine, phenytoin, rifamycins (such as rifampin), St. John's wort, among others.
OVERDOSE: If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others.Lab and/or medical tests (such as complete blood count) should be done before you start taking this medication and while you are taking it. Keep all medical and lab appointments.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the regular time the next day. Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets.Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.
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Information last revised August 2023. Copyright(c) 2023 First Databank, Inc.
IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.
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