ribociclib
Used for Cancer
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ribociclib Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Warnings & Dosing
What dosages is ribociclib available in?
ribociclib is available as a 200 mg oral tablet.
What is ribociclib used for?
ribociclib is a kinase inhibitor and is used to treat HR+/HER2- advanced or metastatic breast cancer.
How does ribociclib work?
ribociclib is a specific type of kinase inhibitor, called a cyclin-dependent kinase 4 and 6 (CDK 4/6) inhibitor. CDK 4/6 are proteins that control cell growth in both normal and cancer cells. These proteins can become overactive in cancer cells and cause the cancer to uncontrollably divide and grow. By blocking CDK 4/6, ribociclib slows the growth of cancer cells.
How do I take ribociclib?
ribociclib is dosed as follows:
If used with other medications (e.g, tamoxifen, fulvestrant, or an aromatase inhibitor): The typical starting dose is 150 mg taken by mouth twice a day.
If used alone (metastatic breast cancer when other treatments haven’t worked): The typical starting dose is 200 mg taken by mouth twice a day.
Your dose might be different if you experience certain side effects, have liver problems, or you’re taking medications that might interact with ribociclib.
If you’re using ribociclib with other medications and you’re a male or a female who hasn’t undergone menopause, your provider might also recommend you take a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist.
Is it safe for me to take ribociclib?
ribociclib is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you.
ribociclib Common Side Effects
Common side effects of ribociclib:
- Low white blood cell counts
- Nausea
- Infection
- Tiredness
- Diarrhea
- Joint pain
- Hair loss
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Rash
- Cough
- Headache
- Itchy skin
- Back pain
ribociclib Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with ribociclib. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
Lung problems: cough, trouble breathing, shortness of breath, chest pain
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on ribociclib
The following medications may interact with ribociclib:
- CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Avoid concomitant use of ribociclib with strong
- CYP3A inhibitors. If strong inhibitors cannot be avoided, reduce ribociclib
- dose.
- CYP3A4 Inducers: Avoid concomitant use of ribociclib with strong
- CYP3A inducers.
- CYP3A Substrates: The dose of sensitive CYP3A substrates with narrow
- therapeutic indices may need to be reduced when given concurrently with
- ribociclib.
- Drugs Known to Prolong QT Interval: Avoid concomitant use of drugs
- known to prolong QT interval, such as anti-arrhythmic medicines.
Who makes ribociclib?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is ribociclib safe in pregnancy?
Based on findings from animal studies and the mechanism of action, ribociclib can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. If you can become pregnant, you should use effective contraception during therapy with ribociclib and for at least 3 weeks after the last dose.
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