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Fostamatinib and High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

Result of checking the interaction of Fostamatinib and High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) for safety when used together.

Check result:
Fostamatinib <> High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Relevance: 03.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug interaction with food or lifestyle.

Consumer:

The use of fostamatinib may cause hypertension. It is recommended to monitor blood pressure every 2 weeks until stable, then monthly and to adjust or initiate antihypertensive therapy to ensure maintenance of blood pressure control during treatment. If increased blood pressure persists despite appropriate therapy, therapy interruption, reduction or discontinuation may be necessary. Caution should be exercised when using this agent in patients with pre-existing hypertension as they may be more susceptible to the hypertensive effects of fostamatinib.

Professional:

The use of fostamatinib may cause hypertension. It is recommended to monitor blood pressure every 2 weeks until stable, then monthly and to adjust or initiate antihypertensive therapy to ensure maintenance of blood pressure control during treatment. If increased blood pressure persists despite appropriate therapy, therapy interruption, reduction or discontinuation may be necessary. Caution should be exercised when using this agent in patients with pre-existing hypertension as they may be more susceptible to the hypertensive effects of fostamatinib.

Fostamatinib

Generic Name: fostamatinib

Brand Name: Tavalisse

Synonyms: n.a.

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