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Pazopanib: Drug information

Pazopanib: Drug information
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ALERT: US Boxed Warning
Hepatotoxicity:

Severe and fatal hepatotoxicity has been observed in clinical trials. Monitor hepatic function and interrupt, reduce, or discontinue dosing as recommended.

Brand Names: US
  • Votrient
Brand Names: Canada
  • PMS-Pazopanib;
  • Votrient
Pharmacologic Category
  • Antineoplastic Agent, Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor;
  • Antineoplastic Agent, Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF) Inhibitor
Dosing: Adult

Note: Withhold pazopanib treatment for at least 1 week prior to elective surgery; do not administer pazopanib for at least 2 weeks after major surgery and until adequate wound healing.

Desmoid tumors, progressive

Desmoid tumors, progressive (off-label use): Oral: 800 mg once daily until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity for up to a maximum of 1 year (Ref).

Renal cell carcinoma, advanced

Renal cell carcinoma, advanced:

Note: May be used as initial therapy for patients with limited burden, favorable-risk disease who desire a more aggressive initial approach, for those with favorable-risk disease who are ineligible for immunotherapy-based combinations, or for those with progression after initial immunotherapy and who have not received prior VEGF treatment (Ref).

Oral: 800 mg once daily until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity (Ref).

Soft tissue sarcoma, advanced

Soft tissue sarcoma, advanced: Oral: 800 mg once daily until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity (Ref).

Thyroid cancer, advanced differentiated

Thyroid cancer, advanced differentiated (off-label use): Oral: 800 mg once daily until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity (Ref).

Dosage adjustment for concomitant therapy: Significant drug interactions exist, requiring dose/frequency adjustment or avoidance. Consult Drug Interactions database for more information.

Missed doses: If a dose is missed, do not take if less than 12 hours until the next dose.

Dosing: Kidney Impairment: Adult

Preexisting impairment: No dosage adjustment recommended. Pazopanib has not been studied in patients with severe impairment or in patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis or hemodialysis; however, pazopanib is not significantly eliminated renally. Hemodialysis is not expected to enhance pazopanib elimination.

Renal toxicity during treatment:

Proteinuria (≥3 g/24 hours): Withhold pazopanib until improvement to ≤ grade 1; resume at a reduced dose. Permanently discontinue pazopanib if 24-hour urine protein ≥3 g does not improve or recurs despite pazopanib dose reduction. Refer to "Dosing: Adjustment for Toxicity" for dose reduction levels.

Nephrotic syndrome (confirmed): Permanently discontinue pazopanib.

Dosing: Liver Impairment: Adult

Preexisting impairment:

Mild (bilirubin ≤1.5 times ULN or ALT >ULN): No dosage adjustment required (Ref).

Moderate (bilirubin >1.5 to 3 times ULN and any ALT): Consider alternatives to pazopanib. If pazopanib is used, reduce dose to 200 mg once daily (maximum tolerated dose in patients with moderate hepatic impairment) (Ref).

Severe (bilirubin >3 times ULN with any ALT level): Use is not recommended.

Hepatotoxicity during treatment:

Isolated ALT elevations 3 to 8 times ULN: Continue pazopanib treatment, monitor liver function weekly until ALT returns to grade 1 or baseline.

Isolated ALT elevations >8 times ULN: Interrupt pazopanib treatment until improvement to grade 1 or baseline. If potential therapy benefit outweighs the risk of hepatotoxicity, resume pazopanib at a reduced dose not to exceed 400 mg once daily (with liver function monitored weekly for 8 weeks); permanently discontinue pazopanib if ALT >3 times ULN recurs despite dose reduction. Refer to "Dosing: Adjustment for Toxicity" for dose reduction levels.

ALT >3 times ULN concurrently with bilirubin >2 times ULN: Permanently discontinue pazopanib; continue to monitor until resolution.

Gilbert syndrome with only mild indirect (unconjugated) hyperbilirubinemia and ALT >3 times ULN: Manage as per isolated ALT elevations dosage recommendations above.

Dosing: Adjustment for Toxicity: Adult
Recommended Pazopanib Dose Reduction Levels for Adverse Reactions

Dose reduction level

Renal cell carcinoma

Soft tissue sarcoma

Usual (initial) dose

800 mg once daily

800 mg once daily

First reduction

400 mg once daily

600 mg once daily

Second reduction

200 mg once daily

400 mg once daily

Permanently discontinue pazopanib if unable to tolerate the second dose reduction.

Recommended Pazopanib Dosage Modifications for Adverse Reactions

Adverse reaction

Severity

Pazopanib dosage modification

a If pazopanib is discontinued, a drop in BP is expected and antihypertensive therapy should be reduced and/or interrupted as clinically appropriate (ESC [Lyon 2022]).

b ASCO (Armenian 2017), ESC (Lyon 2022).

Cardiotoxicity: Left ventricular systolic dysfunction

Symptomatic or grade 3

Withhold pazopanib until improvement to < grade 3; resume pazopanib treatment based on clinical judgement.

Grade 4

Permanently discontinue pazopanib.

GI perforation

Any grade

Permanently discontinue pazopanib.

GI fistula

Grade 2 or 3

Withhold pazopanib and resume based on clinical judgement.

Grade 4

Permanently discontinue pazopanib.

Hemorrhagic events

Grade 2

Withhold pazopanib until improvement to ≤ grade 1; then resume pazopanib at a reduced dose. Discontinue pazopanib permanently if grade 2 hemorrhage recurs after pazopanib treatment interruption and dose reduction.

Grade 3 or 4

Permanently discontinue pazopanib.

Hypertension

If indicated, initiate appropriate antihypertensive therapya to reduce the risk for cardiovascular complications.b

Grade 2 or 3

Reduce pazopanib dose and initiate or adjust antihypertensive therapy. Permanently discontinue pazopanib if hypertension remains at grade 3 despite pazopanib dose reduction and adjustment of antihypertensive therapy.

Grade 4 or hypertensive crisis

Permanently discontinue pazopanib.

Hypothyroidism

n/a

Manage hypothyroidism as appropriate.

Infection

Serious

Institute appropriate anti-infective therapy promptly and consider pazopanib interruption or discontinuation.

Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome

Any grade

Permanently discontinue pazopanib.

Pulmonary toxicity: Interstitial lung disease

Any grade

Permanently discontinue pazopanib.

Thrombosis: Arterial thrombotic events

Any grade

Permanently discontinue pazopanib.

Thrombosis: Venous thrombotic events

Grade 3

Withhold pazopanib; resume pazopanib at the same dose if managed with appropriate therapy for at least 1 week.

Grade 4

Permanently discontinue pazopanib.

Thrombotic microangiopathy

Any grade

Permanently discontinue pazopanib.

Dosing: Older Adult

Refer to adult dosing.

Adverse Reactions

The following adverse drug reactions and incidences are derived from product labeling unless otherwise specified.

>10%:

Cardiovascular: Bradycardia (2% to 19%), cardiac insufficiency (11% to 13%), hypertension (40% to 42%), peripheral edema (14%)

Dermatologic: Alopecia (8% to 12%), exfoliative dermatitis (18%), hair discoloration (38% to 39%), hypopigmentation (11%), palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia (6% to 11%)

Endocrine & metabolic: Decreased serum albumin (34%), decreased serum glucose (17%), decreased serum magnesium (26%), decreased serum phosphate (34%), decreased serum sodium (31%), increased serum glucose (41% to 45%), increased serum potassium (16%), weight loss (9% to 48%)

Gastrointestinal: Abdominal pain (11%), anorexia (22%), decreased appetite (40%), diarrhea (52% to 59%), dysgeusia (8% to 28%), gastrointestinal pain (23%), nausea (26% to 56%), stomatitis (11% to 12%; grade 3: ≤2%), vomiting (21% to 33%)

Hematologic & oncologic: Hemorrhage (13% to 22%; grade 4: 1%), leukopenia (37% to 44%; grade 3: 1%), lymphocytopenia (31% to 43%; grade 3: 4% to 10%, grade 4: <1%), neutropenia (33% to 34%; grade 3: 1% to 4%, grade 4: <1%), thrombocytopenia (32% to 36%; grade 3: <1%, grade 4: ≤1%)

Hepatic: Increased serum alanine aminotransferase (46% to 53%; >10 x ULN: 4%), increased serum alkaline phosphatase (32%), increased serum aspartate aminotransferase (51% to 53%), increased serum bilirubin (29% to 36%)

Nervous system: Dizziness (11%), fatigue (19% to 65%), headache (10% to 23%), tumor pain (29%)

Neuromuscular & skeletal: Asthenia (14%), musculoskeletal pain (23%), myalgia (23%)

Respiratory: Cough (17%), dyspnea (20%)

1% to 10%:

Cardiovascular: Acute myocardial infarction (≤2%), cardiac failure (≤1%), chest pain (5% to 10%), facial edema (1%), ischemia (≤2%), left ventricular systolic dysfunction (8%), prolonged QT interval on ECG (2%), transient ischemic attacks (1%), venous thrombosis (1% to 5%)

Dermatologic: Nail disease (5%), skin depigmentation (3%), skin rash (8%), xeroderma (6%)

Endocrine & metabolic: Hypothyroidism (4% to 8%)

Gastrointestinal: Anal hemorrhage (2%), dyspepsia (5% to 7%), gastrointestinal fistula (≤1%), gastrointestinal perforation (≤1%), increased serum lipase (4%), pancreatitis

Genitourinary: Hematuria (4%), proteinuria (1% to 9%)

Hematologic & oncologic: Oral hemorrhage (3%), rectal hemorrhage (1%)

Nervous system: Chills (5%), insomnia (9%), voice disorder (4% to 8%)

Ophthalmic: Blurred vision (5%)

Respiratory: Epistaxis (2% to 8%), hemoptysis (2%), pneumothorax (≤3%)

<1%:

Cardiovascular: Cerebrovascular accident, subarachnoid hemorrhage, torsades de pointes

Genitourinary: Nephrotic syndrome

Nervous system: Cerebral hemorrhage, intracranial hemorrhage

Pulmonary: Interstitial pulmonary disease, pneumonitis

Frequency not defined:

Cardiovascular: Decreased left ventricular ejection fraction, hypertensive crisis

Gastrointestinal: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage (including peritoneal hemorrhage)

Genitourinary: Genitourinary tract hemorrhage

Hematologic & oncologic: Pulmonary hemorrhage, thrombotic microangiopathy (including hemolytic-uremic syndrome, thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura)

Hepatic: Severe hepatotoxicity

Neuromuscular & skeletal: Arthralgia, muscle spasm

Postmarketing:

Cardiovascular: Aneurysm (arterial), aortic aneurysm, aortic dissection, coronary artery dissection, myocardial rupture (arterial rupture, aortic rupture)

Hematologic & oncologic: Polycythemia, tumor lysis syndrome

Infection: Serious infection

Nervous system: Reversible posterior leukoencephalopathy syndrome

Ophthalmic: Retinal changes (tear), retinal detachment

Contraindications

There are no contraindications listed in the manufacturer’s US labeling.

Canadian labeling: Hypersensitivity to pazopanib or any component of the formulation; use in pediatric patients <2 years of age (due to the antiangiogenic effects)

Warnings/Precautions

Concerns related to adverse effects:

• Cardiotoxicity: Cardiac dysfunction (including decreased left ventricular ejection fraction [LVEF] and heart failure) have been reported with pazopanib, in studies both with and without routine on-study LVEF monitoring. Myocardial dysfunction, defined as symptoms of cardiac dysfunction, or ≥15% absolute decline in LVEF (from baseline), or a decline in LVEF of ≥10% (from baseline) that is also below the lower limit of normal, has also been reported. Most patients with pazopanib-related myocardial dysfunction had concurrent hypertension, which may have exacerbated cardiac dysfunction in patients at risk (eg, prior anthracycline therapy) possibly by increasing cardiac afterload; monitor BP and manage as appropriate. Monitor for clinical signs/symptoms of heart failure. Evaluate LVEF at baseline and periodically in patients at risk of cardiac dysfunction (including prior anthracycline exposure). Depending on the severity of cardiac dysfunction, withhold or permanently discontinue pazopanib.

• GI perforation/fistula: Perforation and fistula (including fatal events) have been reported with pazopanib (rare). Monitor for signs/symptoms of GI perforation and fistula. Withhold pazopanib for grade 2 or 3 GI fistula (resume based on clinical judgement). Permanently discontinue pazopanib for GI perforation or grade 4 GI fistula.

• Hand-foot skin reaction: Hand-foot skin reaction (HFSR) observed with tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs) is distinct from hand-foot syndrome (palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia) associated with traditional chemotherapy agents. HFSR due to TKIs is localized with defined hyperkeratotic lesions; symptoms include burning, dysesthesia, paresthesia, or tingling of the palms/soles, and generally occur within the first 2 to 4 weeks of treatment. Pressure and flexor areas may develop blisters (callus-like), dry/cracked skin, edema, erythema, desquamation, or hyperkeratosis. The incidence of HFSR is lower with pazopanib (compared to other tyrosine kinase inhibitors). Examine skin at baseline (remove calluses with pedicure prior to treatment) and with each visit; apply an emollient based moisturizer twice daily during treatment. If HFSR develops, consider changing moisturizer to a urea-based product; topical steroids may be utilized for the anti-inflammatory effect; avoid excessive friction or pressure to affected areas and avoid restrictive footwear. Temporary dose reduction or treatment interruption may be necessary (Appleby 2011).

• Hemorrhage: Hemorrhagic events (including fatal events) have been reported. The most common events were hematuria, epistaxis, hemoptysis, anal/rectal hemorrhage, and mouth hemorrhage. Serious hemorrhagic events included pulmonary, GI, and genitourinary hemorrhage; cerebral/intracranial hemorrhage have been observed rarely. Patients with a history of hemoptysis, cerebral hemorrhage or clinically significant GI hemorrhage within 6 months were excluded from clinical trials. Depending on the hemorrhage severity, withhold (and resume at a reduced dose) or permanently discontinue pazopanib.

• Hepatotoxicity: [US Boxed Warning]: Severe and fatal hepatotoxicity (transaminase and bilirubin elevations) has been observed with pazopanib. Monitor hepatic function and interrupt treatment, reduce dose, or discontinue as recommended. Among clinical trials, ALT elevations of >3 to >10 times ULN have occurred; concurrent elevation in ALT > 3 times ULN and bilirubin >2 times ULN in the absence of significant alkaline phosphatase >3 times ULN has also been reported. Deaths due to hepatic failure have been described (rare). Monitor LFTs at baseline; at weeks 3, 5, 7, and 9; at months 3 and 4; then periodically as clinically indicated. If ALT elevation occurs, increase to weekly monitoring until ALT returns to grade 1 or baseline. Transaminase elevations usually occur early in the treatment course, with most elevations (any grade) occurring within the first 18 weeks. Based on the hepatotoxicity severity, withhold pazopanib (and resume at reduced dose with continued weekly monitoring for 8 weeks) or permanently discontinue pazopanib with weekly monitoring until resolution. Dosage reduction is recommended for preexisting moderate hepatic impairment; use is not recommended in patients with preexisting severe hepatic impairment. Mild indirect (unconjugated) hyperbilirubinemia may occur in patients with Gilbert syndrome (pazopanib is a UGT1A1 inhibitor); for patients with known Gilbert syndrome (only a mild indirect bilirubin elevation) and ALT >3 times ULN, follow the dosage modification recommendations for isolated ALT elevations. Patients >65 years of age are at a higher risk for hepatotoxicity. Concomitant use of pazopanib and simvastatin increases the risk of ALT elevations; insufficient data are available to assess the risk of concomitant administration of alternative statins and pazopanib.

• Hypertension: Pazopanib may cause and/or worsen hypertension (systolic BP ≥150 mm Hg or diastolic BP ≥100 mm Hg); hypertensive crisis has been observed. Approximately 40% of patients experienced hypertension; grade 3 hypertension occurred in some patients. Most cases occurred within the initial 18 weeks of pazopanib treatment, while ~40% of cases occurred by day 9. A small percentage of patients required permanent pazopanib discontinuation due to hypertension. Optimize blood pressure prior to pazopanib initiation; do not initiate pazopanib in patients with uncontrolled hypertension. Monitor BP as clinically indicated and initiate/adjust antihypertensives as clinically indicated. Based on the hypertension severity, withhold pazopanib (and then reduce the dose) or permanently discontinue pazopanib.

• Infections: Serious, including fatal, infections (with and without neutropenia) have been reported; monitor for signs and symptoms of infection. Initiate appropriate anti-infection therapy and consider temporary pazopanib treatment interruption or discontinuation for serious infections.

• Ocular toxicity: Cases of retinal detachment/tear have been reported with pazopanib.

• Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome: Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) has been reported (rarely) with pazopanib; may be fatal. PRES is a neurological disorder, which may present with headache, seizure, lethargy, confusion, blindness, and other visual and neurologic disturbances; mild to severe hypertension may also be present. Confirm PRES diagnosis with MRI. Permanently discontinue pazopanib in patients who develop PRES.

• Proteinuria: Proteinuria has been reported with pazopanib. Nephrotic syndrome has been observed rarely. Obtain baseline and periodic urinalysis during treatment and follow up with 24-hour urine protein when clinically indicated. Withhold pazopanib (and resume at a reduced dose) or permanently discontinue based on the severity of proteinuria. Permanently discontinue pazopanib for nephrotic syndrome.

• Pulmonary toxicity: Interstitial lung disease (ILD)/pneumonitis has been reported with pazopanib; may be fatal. Monitor for pulmonary symptoms which could indicate ILD/pneumonitis; permanently discontinue pazopanib if ILD or pneumonitis develop.

• QTc prolongation: QTc prolongation (≥500 msec), including torsades de pointes, has been observed with pazopanib (based on routine ECG monitoring). Monitor patients who are at significant risk of developing QTc prolongation, including patients with a history of QT prolongation, patients taking antiarrhythmics or other medications known to prolong the QT interval, or those with relevant preexisting cardiac disease. Obtain baseline and periodic ECGs; monitor (at baseline and as clinically indicated) and correct electrolyte (potassium, calcium, and magnesium) abnormalities prior to and during pazopanib treatment.

• Skin depigmentation: Depigmentation of the hair or skin may occur during pazopanib treatment.

• Thromboembolic events: Arterial thromboembolic events, including myocardial infarction, ischemia, cerebrovascular accident, or transient ischemic attack have been observed with pazopanib; some events were fatal. Patients who had an arterial thromboembolic event within the previous 6 months were excluded from clinical trials. Permanently discontinue pazopanib for arterial thromboembolic events. Venous thromboembolic events (VTEs), including venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolus (PE; some fatal) have occurred with pazopanib. Monitor for signs and symptoms of VTE and PE. Based on severity of the venous thromboembolic event, withhold pazopanib and then resume at same dose or permanently discontinue.

• Thrombotic microangiopathy: Thrombotic microangiopathy (TMA), including thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) and hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), has been observed with pazopanib (as monotherapy or in combination with other anticancer agents). TMA typically occurs within 90 days of pazopanib initiation. Monitor for signs/symptoms of TMA; if TMA occurs, permanently discontinue pazopanib (and manage as clinically indicated). Improvement of TMA occurred after pazopanib was discontinued.

• Thyroid disorders: Hypothyroidism has been reported with pazopanib. Hypothyroidism was confirmed in studies based on a simultaneous rise of TSH and decline of T4. Monitor thyroid tests at baseline, during pazopanib treatment, and as clinically indicated. Manage hypothyroidism as appropriate.

• Tumor lysis syndrome: Cases of tumor lysis syndrome (TLS) have been reported with pazopanib (some fatal). Patients with rapidly growing tumors, a high tumor burden, renal dysfunction, or dehydration may be at higher risk for TLS. Monitor patients at risk closely and consider prophylactic treatment.

• Wound healing complications: Vascular endothelial growth factor receptor inhibitors are associated with impaired wound healing; therefore, pazopanib may affect wound healing. Withhold pazopanib treatment at least 1 week prior to elective surgery; do not administer pazopanib for at least 2 weeks following major surgery and until adequate wound healing. The safety of resuming pazopanib treatment after resolution of wound healing complications has not been established.

Concurrent drug therapy issues:

• Combination therapy: Increased toxicity and mortality has been observed in trials evaluating concurrent use of pazopanib with other anticancer agents (pemetrexed, lapatinib)

• Drug-drug/drug-food interactions: Potentially significant interactions may exist, requiring dose or frequency adjustment, additional monitoring, and/or selection of alternative therapy. Consult drug interactions database for more detailed information.

Special populations:

• East Asian patients: In an analysis of pooled clinical trials, grade 3 and 4 neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, and palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia syndrome (hand-foot syndrome) were more frequently observed in patients of East Asian descent, compared to patients of non-East Asian descent.

• Older adult: Patients ≥65 years of age experienced increased incidences of grade 3 or 4 fatigue, hypertension, decreased appetite, and transaminase elevations and are at increased risk for hepatotoxicity (compared to younger patients).

• Pediatric: Based on the mechanism of action, organ growth and maturation may be affected during early postnatal development. May potentially cause serious adverse effects on organ development, particularly in children <2 years of age. Pazopanib is not approved for use in pediatric patients.

• Pharmacogenomic variation: A pooled analysis of TA repeat polymorphism of UGT1A1 showed a statistically significant increase of hyperbilirubinemia in patients with the (TA)7/TA7 genotype (UGT1A1*28/*28), relative to the (TA)6/(TA)6 and (TA6/(TA)7 genotypes. In a large pooled analysis, grade 2 and 3 ALT elevations (ALT >3 to <20 times ULN) were observed more frequently in patients carrying the HLA-B*57:01 allele versus noncarriers.

Dosage Forms: US

Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling.

Tablet, Oral:

Votrient: 200 mg

Generic: 200 mg

Generic Equivalent Available: US

Yes

Pricing: US

Tablets (PAZOPanib HCl Oral)

200 mg (per each): $112.94 - $160.42

Tablets (Votrient Oral)

200 mg (per each): $178.19

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Dosage Forms: Canada

Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling.

Tablet, Oral:

Votrient: 200 mg

Generic: 200 mg

Administration: Adult

Oral: Administer on an empty stomach, 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. Swallow tablets whole; do not crush (rate of absorption may be increased; may affect systemic exposure).

If concurrent use of a gastric acid-reducing agent cannot be avoided, consider short-acting antacids in place of proton pump inhibitors and H2-receptor antagonists; separate pazopanib administration from short-acting antacids by several hours.

Hazardous Drugs Handling Considerations

Hazardous agent (NIOSH 2024 [table 2]).

Use appropriate precautions for receiving, handling, storage, preparation, dispensing, transporting, administration, and disposal. Follow NIOSH and USP 800 recommendations and institution-specific policies/procedures for appropriate containment strategy (NIOSH 2023; NIOSH 2024; USP-NF 2020).

Note: Facilities may perform risk assessment of some hazardous drugs to determine if appropriate for alternative handling and containment strategies (USP-NF 2020). Refer to institution-specific handling policies/procedures.

Medication Guide and/or Vaccine Information Statement (VIS)

An FDA-approved patient medication guide, which is available with the product information and as follows, must be dispensed with this medication:

Votrient: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2021/022465s031s032lbl.pdf

Use: Labeled Indications

Renal cell carcinoma, advanced: Treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma in adults.

Soft tissue sarcoma, advanced: Treatment of advanced soft tissue sarcoma in adults who have received prior chemotherapy.

Limitations of use: The efficacy of pazopanib for the treatment of adipocytic soft tissue sarcoma or gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) has not been demonstrated.

Use: Off-Label: Adult

Desmoid tumors (progressive); Thyroid cancer (advanced, differentiated)

Medication Safety Issues
Sound-alike/look-alike issues:

PAZOPanib may be confused with axitinib, palbociclib, panobinostat, pegaptanib, pemigatinib, pexidartinib, PONATinib, pralsetinib, regorafenib, SUNItinib, tivozanib, vandetanib

Votrient may be confused with vorinostat

High alert medication:

The Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) includes this medication among its list of drug classes (chemotherapeutic agent, parenteral and oral) which have a heightened risk of causing significant patient harm when used in error (High-Alert Medications in Acute Care, Community/Ambulatory Care, and Long-Term Care Settings).

Metabolism/Transport Effects

Substrate of BCRP, CYP1A2 (Minor), CYP2C8 (Minor), CYP3A4 (Major with inhibitors), CYP3A4 (Minor with inducers), P-glycoprotein (Major with inhibitors), P-glycoprotein (Minor with inducers); Note: Assignment of Major/Minor substrate status based on clinically relevant drug interaction potential; Inhibits CYP2C8 (Weak), CYP3A4 (Weak), UGT1A1;

Drug Interactions

Note: Interacting drugs may not be individually listed below if they are part of a group interaction (eg, individual drugs within “CYP3A4 Inducers [Strong]” are NOT listed). For a complete list of drug interactions by individual drug name and detailed management recommendations, use the drug interactions program by clicking on the “Launch drug interactions program” link above.

Abrocitinib: May increase immunosuppressive effects of Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents). Risk X: Avoid

ALPRAZolam: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Weak) may increase serum concentration of ALPRAZolam. Risk C: Monitor

Amiodarone: May increase QTc-prolonging effects of PAZOPanib. Amiodarone may increase serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

Amisulpride (Oral): May increase QTc-prolonging effects of QT-prolonging Agents (Moderate Risk). Risk C: Monitor

Androgens: Hypertension-Associated Agents may increase hypertensive effects of Androgens. Risk C: Monitor

Antacids: May decrease serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Management: Avoid the use of antacids in combination with pazopanib whenever possible. Separate doses by several hours if antacid treatment is considered necessary. The impact of dose separation has not been investigated. Risk D: Consider Therapy Modification

Antithymocyte Globulin (Equine): Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase adverse/toxic effects of Antithymocyte Globulin (Equine). Specifically, these effects may be unmasked if the dose of immunosuppressive therapy is reduced. Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase immunosuppressive effects of Antithymocyte Globulin (Equine). Specifically, infections may occur with greater severity and/or atypical presentations. Risk C: Monitor

Asciminib: May increase serum concentration of BCRP/ABCG2 Substrates (Clinically Relevant with Inhibitors). Risk C: Monitor

Asciminib: May increase serum concentration of P-glycoprotein/ABCB1 Substrates (Narrow Therapeutic Index/Sensitive with Inhibitors). Risk C: Monitor

Azithromycin (Systemic): May increase QTc-prolonging effects of PAZOPanib. Azithromycin (Systemic) may increase serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

Baricitinib: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase immunosuppressive effects of Baricitinib. Risk X: Avoid

BCG Products: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may decrease therapeutic effects of BCG Products. Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase adverse/toxic effects of BCG Products. Specifically, the risk of vaccine-associated infection may be increased. Risk X: Avoid

BCRP/ABCG2 Inhibitors: May increase serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

Belinostat: UGT1A1 Inhibitors may increase serum concentration of Belinostat. Management: Avoid if possible; when required decrease belinostat dose by 25% if receiving a dose of 1,000 m/m2 or 750 mg/m2. If receiving 500 mg/m2, interrupt belinostat therapy during UGT1A1 inhibitor treatment. Risk D: Consider Therapy Modification

Bisphosphonate Derivatives: Angiogenesis Inhibitors (Systemic) may increase adverse/toxic effects of Bisphosphonate Derivatives. Specifically, the risk for osteonecrosis of the jaw may be increased. Risk C: Monitor

Brincidofovir: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may decrease therapeutic effects of Brincidofovir. Risk C: Monitor

Brivudine: May increase adverse/toxic effects of Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents). Risk X: Avoid

Chikungunya Vaccine (Live): Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase adverse/toxic effects of Chikungunya Vaccine (Live). Specifically, the risk of vaccine-associated infection may be increased. Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may decrease therapeutic effects of Chikungunya Vaccine (Live). Risk X: Avoid

Cladribine: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase immunosuppressive effects of Cladribine. Risk X: Avoid

Clarithromycin: May increase QTc-prolonging effects of PAZOPanib. Clarithromycin may increase serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

Clofazimine: May increase serum concentration of CYP3A4 Substrates (High risk with Inhibitors). Risk C: Monitor

CloZAPine: May increase QTc-prolonging effects of QT-prolonging Kinase Inhibitors (Moderate Risk). Management: Monitor for QTc interval prolongation and ventricular arrhythmias when these agents are combined. Patients with additional risk factors for QTc prolongation may be at even higher risk. Risk C: Monitor

Coccidioides immitis Skin Test: Coadministration of Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) and Coccidioides immitis Skin Test may alter diagnostic results. Management: Consider discontinuing these oncologic agents several weeks prior to coccidioides immitis skin antigen testing to increase the likelihood of accurate diagnostic results. Risk D: Consider Therapy Modification

COVID-19 Vaccine (Inactivated Virus): Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may decrease therapeutic effects of COVID-19 Vaccine (Inactivated Virus). Risk C: Monitor

COVID-19 Vaccine (mRNA): Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may decrease therapeutic effects of COVID-19 Vaccine (mRNA). Management: Give a 3-dose primary series for all patients aged 6 months and older taking immunosuppressive medications or therapies. Booster doses are recommended for certain age groups. See CDC guidance for details. Risk D: Consider Therapy Modification

COVID-19 Vaccine (Subunit): Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may decrease therapeutic effects of COVID-19 Vaccine (Subunit). Risk C: Monitor

CYP3A4 Inducers (Moderate): May decrease serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk C: Monitor

CYP3A4 Inducers (Strong): May decrease serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Moderate): May increase serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk C: Monitor

CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong): May increase serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Management: Avoid concurrent use of pazopanib with strong inhibitors of CYP3A4 whenever possible. If it is not possible to avoid such a combination, reduce pazopanib dose to 400 mg. Further dose reductions may also be required if adverse reactions occur. Risk D: Consider Therapy Modification

Dabrafenib: May increase QTc-prolonging effects of PAZOPanib. Dabrafenib may decrease serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Management: Monitor for QTc interval prolongation and ventricular arrhythmias when these agents are combined. Patients with additional risk factors for QTc prolongation may be at even higher risk. Also monitor for reduced pazopanib efficacy. Risk C: Monitor

Daprodustat: CYP2C8 Inhibitors (Weak) may increase serum concentration of Daprodustat. Risk C: Monitor

Dengue Tetravalent Vaccine (Live): Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may decrease therapeutic effects of Dengue Tetravalent Vaccine (Live). Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase adverse/toxic effects of Dengue Tetravalent Vaccine (Live). Specifically, the risk of vaccine-associated infection may be increased. Risk X: Avoid

Denosumab: May increase immunosuppressive effects of Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents). Management: Consider the risk of serious infections versus the potential benefits of coadministration of denosumab and immunosuppressants. If combined, monitor patients for signs/symptoms of serious infections. Risk D: Consider Therapy Modification

Deucravacitinib: May increase immunosuppressive effects of Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents). Risk X: Avoid

Domperidone: QT-prolonging Agents (Moderate Risk) may increase QTc-prolonging effects of Domperidone. Risk X: Avoid

Dronedarone: May increase QTc-prolonging effects of PAZOPanib. Dronedarone may increase serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

Elacestrant: May increase serum concentration of BCRP/ABCG2 Substrates (Clinically Relevant with Inhibitors). Risk C: Monitor

Encorafenib: May increase QTc-prolonging effects of PAZOPanib. Encorafenib may increase serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

Erdafitinib: May increase serum concentration of P-glycoprotein/ABCB1 Substrates (Narrow Therapeutic Index/Sensitive with Inhibitors). Management: If coadministration with these narrow therapeutic index/sensitive P-gp substrates is unavoidable, separate erdafitinib administration by at least 6 hours before or after administration of these P-gp substrates. Risk D: Consider Therapy Modification

Erythromycin (Systemic): May increase QTc-prolonging effects of PAZOPanib. Erythromycin (Systemic) may increase serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

Etrasimod: May increase immunosuppressive effects of Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents). Risk X: Avoid

Fexinidazole: QT-prolonging Kinase Inhibitors (Moderate Risk) may increase QTc-prolonging effects of Fexinidazole. Fexinidazole may decrease serum concentration of QT-prolonging Kinase Inhibitors (Moderate Risk). Management: Monitor for QTc interval prolongation and ventricular arrhythmias when these agents are combined. Patients with additional risk factors for QTc prolongation may be at even higher risk. Additionally, monitor for reduced efficacy of these kinase inhibitors. Risk C: Monitor

Filgotinib: May increase immunosuppressive effects of Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents). Risk X: Avoid

Finerenone: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Weak) may increase serum concentration of Finerenone. Risk C: Monitor

Fluorouracil Products: May increase QTc-prolonging effects of QT-prolonging Kinase Inhibitors (Moderate Risk). Management: Monitor for QTc interval prolongation and ventricular arrhythmias when these agents are combined. Patients with additional risk factors for QTc prolongation may be at even higher risk. Risk C: Monitor

Fusidic Acid (Systemic): May increase serum concentration of CYP3A4 Substrates (High risk with Inhibitors). Management: Consider avoiding this combination if possible. If required, monitor patients closely for increased adverse effects of the CYP3A4 substrate. Risk D: Consider Therapy Modification

Futibatinib: May increase serum concentration of BCRP/ABCG2 Substrates (Clinically Relevant with Inhibitors). Risk C: Monitor

Futibatinib: May increase serum concentration of P-glycoprotein/ABCB1 Substrates (Narrow Therapeutic Index/Sensitive with Inhibitors). Risk C: Monitor

Gilteritinib: May increase serum concentration of BCRP/ABCG2 Substrates (Clinically Relevant with Inhibitors). Risk C: Monitor

Gilteritinib: May increase serum concentration of P-glycoprotein/ABCB1 Substrates (Narrow Therapeutic Index/Sensitive with Inhibitors). Risk C: Monitor

Grapefruit Juice: May increase serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

Haloperidol: QT-prolonging Kinase Inhibitors (Moderate Risk) may increase QTc-prolonging effects of Haloperidol. Management: Monitor for QTc interval prolongation and ventricular arrhythmias when these agents are combined. Patients with additional risk factors for QTc prolongation may be at even higher risk. Risk C: Monitor

Histamine H2 Receptor Antagonists: May decrease serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

Inebilizumab: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase immunosuppressive effects of Inebilizumab. Risk C: Monitor

Influenza Virus Vaccines: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may decrease therapeutic effects of Influenza Virus Vaccines. Management: Administer influenza vaccines at least 2 weeks prior to initiating immunosuppressants if possible. If vaccination occurs less than 2 weeks prior to or during therapy, revaccinate at least 3 months after therapy discontinued if immune competence restored. Risk D: Consider Therapy Modification

Inhibitors of the Proton Pump (PPIs and PCABs): May decrease serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

Irinotecan Products: UGT1A1 Inhibitors may increase active metabolite exposure of Irinotecan Products. Specifically, concentrations of SN-38 may be increased. UGT1A1 Inhibitors may increase serum concentration of Irinotecan Products. Risk X: Avoid

Ixabepilone: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Weak) may increase serum concentration of Ixabepilone. Risk C: Monitor

Lasmiditan: May increase serum concentration of P-glycoprotein/ABCB1 Substrates (Narrow Therapeutic Index/Sensitive with Inhibitors). Risk X: Avoid

Lefamulin: May increase QTc-prolonging effects of QT-prolonging CYP3A4 Substrates. Management: Do not use lefamulin tablets with QT-prolonging CYP3A4 substrates. Lefamulin prescribing information lists this combination as contraindicated. Risk X: Avoid

Lemborexant: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Weak) may increase serum concentration of Lemborexant. Management: The maximum recommended dosage of lemborexant is 5 mg, no more than once per night, when coadministered with weak CYP3A4 inhibitors. Risk D: Consider Therapy Modification

Leniolisib: May increase serum concentration of BCRP/ABCG2 Substrates (Clinically Relevant with Inhibitors). Risk X: Avoid

Levacetylleucine: May increase serum concentration of P-glycoprotein/ABCB1 Substrates (Narrow Therapeutic Index/Sensitive with Inhibitors). Risk C: Monitor

Levoketoconazole: May increase QTc-prolonging effects of PAZOPanib. Levoketoconazole may increase serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

Lomitapide: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Weak) may increase serum concentration of Lomitapide. Management: Patients on lomitapide 5 mg/day may continue that dose. Patients taking lomitapide 10 mg/day or more should decrease the lomitapide dose by half. The lomitapide dose may then be titrated up to a max adult dose of 30 mg/day. Risk D: Consider Therapy Modification

Midazolam: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Weak) may increase serum concentration of Midazolam. Risk C: Monitor

Midostaurin: May increase QTc-prolonging effects of PAZOPanib. Midostaurin may increase serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

Mitapivat: May increase serum concentration of P-glycoprotein/ABCB1 Substrates (Narrow Therapeutic Index/Sensitive with Inhibitors). Risk C: Monitor

Mumps- Rubella- or Varicella-Containing Live Vaccines: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may decrease therapeutic effects of Mumps- Rubella- or Varicella-Containing Live Vaccines. Mumps- Rubella- or Varicella-Containing Live Vaccines may increase adverse/toxic effects of Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents). Specifically, the risk of vaccine-associated infection may be increased. Risk X: Avoid

Nadofaragene Firadenovec: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase adverse/toxic effects of Nadofaragene Firadenovec. Specifically, the risk of disseminated adenovirus infection may be increased. Risk X: Avoid

Natalizumab: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase immunosuppressive effects of Natalizumab. Risk X: Avoid

NiMODipine: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Weak) may increase serum concentration of NiMODipine. Risk C: Monitor

Ocrelizumab: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase immunosuppressive effects of Ocrelizumab. Risk C: Monitor

Ofatumumab: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase immunosuppressive effects of Ofatumumab. Risk C: Monitor

OLANZapine: May increase QTc-prolonging effects of QT-prolonging Kinase Inhibitors (Moderate Risk). Management: Monitor for QTc interval prolongation and ventricular arrhythmias when these agents are combined. Patients with additional risk factors for QTc prolongation may be at even higher risk. Risk C: Monitor

Ondansetron: May increase QTc-prolonging effects of QT-prolonging Kinase Inhibitors (Moderate Risk). Management: Monitor for QTc interval prolongation and ventricular arrhythmias when these agents are combined. Patients with additional risk factors for QTc prolongation may be at even higher risk. Risk C: Monitor

Osimertinib: May increase QTc-prolonging effects of PAZOPanib. Osimertinib may increase serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

P-glycoprotein/ABCB1 Inhibitors: May increase serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

Pentamidine (Systemic): May increase QTc-prolonging effects of QT-prolonging Kinase Inhibitors (Moderate Risk). Management: Monitor for QTc interval prolongation and ventricular arrhythmias when these agents are combined. Patients with additional risk factors for QTc prolongation may be at even higher risk. Risk C: Monitor

Pidotimod: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may decrease therapeutic effects of Pidotimod. Risk C: Monitor

Pimecrolimus: May increase immunosuppressive effects of Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents). Risk X: Avoid

Pimozide: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Weak) may increase serum concentration of Pimozide. Risk X: Avoid

Pimozide: May increase QTc-prolonging effects of QT-prolonging Agents (Moderate Risk). Risk X: Avoid

Piperaquine: QT-prolonging Agents (Moderate Risk) may increase QTc-prolonging effects of Piperaquine. Risk X: Avoid

Pneumococcal Vaccines: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may decrease therapeutic effects of Pneumococcal Vaccines. Risk C: Monitor

Poliovirus Vaccine (Live/Trivalent/Oral): Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may decrease therapeutic effects of Poliovirus Vaccine (Live/Trivalent/Oral). Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase adverse/toxic effects of Poliovirus Vaccine (Live/Trivalent/Oral). Specifically, the risk of vaccine-associated infection may be increased. Risk X: Avoid

Polymethylmethacrylate: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase hypersensitivity effects of Polymethylmethacrylate. Management: Use caution when considering use of bovine collagen-containing implants such as the polymethylmethacrylate-based Bellafill brand implant in patients who are receiving immunosuppressants. Consider use of additional skin tests prior to administration. Risk D: Consider Therapy Modification

Posaconazole: May increase serum concentration of QT-prolonging CYP3A4 Substrates. Such increases may lead to a greater risk for proarrhythmic effects and other similar toxicities. Risk X: Avoid

Pretomanid: May increase serum concentration of P-glycoprotein/ABCB1 Substrates (Narrow Therapeutic Index/Sensitive with Inhibitors). Risk C: Monitor

Primaquine: May increase serum concentration of P-glycoprotein/ABCB1 Substrates (Narrow Therapeutic Index/Sensitive with Inhibitors). Risk C: Monitor

Propafenone: May increase QTc-prolonging effects of PAZOPanib. Propafenone may increase serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

QT-prolonging Agents (Highest Risk): May increase QTc-prolonging effects of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

QT-prolonging Antidepressants (Moderate Risk): May increase QTc-prolonging effects of QT-prolonging Kinase Inhibitors (Moderate Risk). Management: Monitor for QTc interval prolongation and ventricular arrhythmias when these agents are combined. Patients with additional risk factors for QTc prolongation may be at even higher risk. Risk C: Monitor

QT-prolonging Antipsychotics (Moderate Risk): May increase QTc-prolonging effects of QT-prolonging Kinase Inhibitors (Moderate Risk). Management: Monitor for QTc interval prolongation and ventricular arrhythmias when these agents are combined. Patients with additional risk factors for QTc prolongation may be at even higher risk. Risk C: Monitor

QT-prolonging Class IC Antiarrhythmics (Moderate Risk): May increase QTc-prolonging effects of PAZOPanib. Management: Monitor for QTc interval prolongation and ventricular arrhythmias when these agents are combined. Patients with additional risk factors for QTc prolongation may be at even higher risk. Risk C: Monitor

QT-Prolonging Inhalational Anesthetics (Moderate Risk): QT-prolonging Kinase Inhibitors (Moderate Risk) may increase QTc-prolonging effects of QT-Prolonging Inhalational Anesthetics (Moderate Risk). Management: Monitor for QTc interval prolongation and ventricular arrhythmias when these agents are combined. Patients with additional risk factors for QTc prolongation may be at even higher risk. Risk C: Monitor

QT-prolonging Kinase Inhibitors (Moderate Risk): May increase QTc-prolonging effects of PAZOPanib. Management: Monitor for QTc interval prolongation and ventricular arrhythmias when these agents are combined. Patients with additional risk factors for QTc prolongation may be at even higher risk. Risk C: Monitor

QT-prolonging Miscellaneous Agents (Moderate Risk): QT-prolonging Kinase Inhibitors (Moderate Risk) may increase QTc-prolonging effects of QT-prolonging Miscellaneous Agents (Moderate Risk). Management: Monitor for QTc interval prolongation and ventricular arrhythmias when these agents are combined. Patients with additional risk factors for QTc prolongation may be at even higher risk. Risk C: Monitor

QT-prolonging Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Moderate Risk): May increase QTc-prolonging effects of PAZOPanib. QT-prolonging Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Moderate Risk) may increase serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Management: Monitor for QTc interval prolongation and ventricular arrhythmias when these agents are combined. Patients with additional risk factors for QTc prolongation may be at even higher risk. Risk C: Monitor

QT-prolonging Quinolone Antibiotics (Moderate Risk): May increase QTc-prolonging effects of QT-prolonging Kinase Inhibitors (Moderate Risk). Management: Monitor for QTc interval prolongation and ventricular arrhythmias when these agents are combined. Patients with additional risk factors for QTc prolongation may be at even higher risk. Risk C: Monitor

QT-prolonging Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Highest Risk): May increase QTc-prolonging effects of PAZOPanib. QT-prolonging Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Highest Risk) may increase serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

QT-prolonging Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Moderate Risk): May increase QTc-prolonging effects of PAZOPanib. QT-prolonging Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Moderate Risk) may increase serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

QuiNIDine: May increase QTc-prolonging effects of PAZOPanib. QuiNIDine may increase serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

QuiNINE: May increase QTc-prolonging effects of PAZOPanib. QuiNINE may increase serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

Rabies Vaccine: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may decrease therapeutic effects of Rabies Vaccine. Management: Complete rabies vaccination at least 2 weeks before initiation of immunosuppressant therapy if possible. If combined, check for rabies antibody titers, and if vaccination is for post exposure prophylaxis, administer a 5th dose of the vaccine. Risk D: Consider Therapy Modification

Repaglinide: CYP2C8 Inhibitors (Weak) may increase serum concentration of Repaglinide. Risk C: Monitor

RisperiDONE: QT-prolonging Kinase Inhibitors (Moderate Risk) may increase QTc-prolonging effects of RisperiDONE. Management: Monitor for QTc interval prolongation and ventricular arrhythmias when these agents are combined. Patients with additional risk factors for QTc prolongation may be at even higher risk. Risk C: Monitor

Ritlecitinib: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase immunosuppressive effects of Ritlecitinib. Risk X: Avoid

Ruxolitinib (Topical): Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase immunosuppressive effects of Ruxolitinib (Topical). Risk X: Avoid

Sacituzumab Govitecan: UGT1A1 Inhibitors may increase active metabolite exposure of Sacituzumab Govitecan. Specifically, concentrations of SN-38 may be increased. Risk X: Avoid

Sertindole: May increase QTc-prolonging effects of QT-prolonging Agents (Moderate Risk). Risk X: Avoid

Simvastatin: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Weak) may increase serum concentration of Simvastatin. CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Weak) may increase active metabolite exposure of Simvastatin. Risk C: Monitor

Sipuleucel-T: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may decrease therapeutic effects of Sipuleucel-T. Management: Consider reducing the dose or discontinuing the use of immunosuppressants prior to initiating sipuleucel-T therapy. Risk D: Consider Therapy Modification

Sirolimus (Conventional): CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Weak) may increase serum concentration of Sirolimus (Conventional). Risk C: Monitor

Sirolimus (Protein Bound): CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Weak) may increase serum concentration of Sirolimus (Protein Bound). Management: Reduce the dose of protein bound sirolimus to 56 mg/m2 when used concomitantly with a weak CYP3A4 inhibitor. Risk D: Consider Therapy Modification

Solriamfetol: May increase hypertensive effects of Hypertension-Associated Agents. Risk C: Monitor

Sparsentan: May increase serum concentration of P-glycoprotein/ABCB1 Substrates (Narrow Therapeutic Index/Sensitive with Inhibitors). Risk X: Avoid

Sphingosine 1-Phosphate (S1P) Receptor Modulators: May increase immunosuppressive effects of Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents). Risk C: Monitor

Tacrolimus (Systemic): CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Weak) may increase serum concentration of Tacrolimus (Systemic). Risk C: Monitor

Tacrolimus (Topical): Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase immunosuppressive effects of Tacrolimus (Topical). Risk X: Avoid

Talimogene Laherparepvec: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase adverse/toxic effects of Talimogene Laherparepvec. Specifically, the risk of infection from the live, attenuated herpes simplex virus contained in talimogene laherparepvec may be increased. Risk X: Avoid

Taurursodiol: May increase serum concentration of BCRP/ABCG2 Substrates (Clinically Relevant with Inhibitors). Risk X: Avoid

Taurursodiol: May increase serum concentration of P-glycoprotein/ABCB1 Substrates (Narrow Therapeutic Index/Sensitive with Inhibitors). Risk X: Avoid

Tertomotide: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may decrease therapeutic effects of Tertomotide. Risk X: Avoid

Thioridazine: QT-prolonging Agents (Moderate Risk) may increase QTc-prolonging effects of Thioridazine. Risk X: Avoid

Tofacitinib: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase immunosuppressive effects of Tofacitinib. Risk X: Avoid

Triazolam: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Weak) may increase serum concentration of Triazolam. Risk C: Monitor

Typhoid Vaccine: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may decrease therapeutic effects of Typhoid Vaccine. Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase adverse/toxic effects of Typhoid Vaccine. Specifically, the risk of vaccine-associated infection may be increased. Risk X: Avoid

Ublituximab: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase immunosuppressive effects of Ublituximab. Risk C: Monitor

Ubrogepant: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Weak) may increase serum concentration of Ubrogepant. Management: In patients taking weak CYP3A4 inhibitors, the initial and second dose (given at least 2 hours later if needed) of ubrogepant should be limited to 50 mg. Risk D: Consider Therapy Modification

Upadacitinib: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase immunosuppressive effects of Upadacitinib. Risk X: Avoid

Vaccines (Live): Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may decrease therapeutic effects of Vaccines (Live). Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase adverse/toxic effects of Vaccines (Live). Specifically, the risk of vaccine-associated infection may be increased. Risk X: Avoid

Vaccines (Non-Live/Inactivated/Non-Replicating): Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may decrease therapeutic effects of Vaccines (Non-Live/Inactivated/Non-Replicating). Management: Give non-live/inactivated/non-replicating vaccines at least 2 weeks prior to initiation of immunosuppressants when possible. Patients vaccinated less than 14 days before or during therapy should be revaccinated at least 3 months after therapy is complete. Risk D: Consider Therapy Modification

Vemurafenib: May increase QTc-prolonging effects of PAZOPanib. Vemurafenib may increase serum concentration of PAZOPanib. Risk X: Avoid

Venetoclax: May increase serum concentration of P-glycoprotein/ABCB1 Substrates (Narrow Therapeutic Index/Sensitive with Inhibitors). Management: Avoid concomitant use of venetoclax and oral p-glycoprotein (P-gp) substrates if possible. If combined use is unavoidable, administer the P-gp substrate at least 6 hours before venetoclax to minimize the potential for an interaction. Risk D: Consider Therapy Modification

Vimseltinib: May increase serum concentration of P-glycoprotein/ABCB1 Substrates (High risk with Inhibitors). Management: Avoid concomitant use of vimseltinib and P-gp substrates when possible. If combined, administer vimseltinib at least 4 hours before the P-gp substrate. Risk D: Consider Therapy Modification

Vinflunine: PAZOPanib may increase adverse/toxic effects of Vinflunine. Risk C: Monitor

Voxilaprevir: May increase serum concentration of BCRP/ABCG2 Substrates (Clinically Relevant with Inhibitors). Risk X: Avoid

Xanomeline: May increase serum concentration of P-glycoprotein/ABCB1 Substrates (Narrow Therapeutic Index/Sensitive with Inhibitors). Risk C: Monitor

Yellow Fever Vaccine: Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may decrease therapeutic effects of Yellow Fever Vaccine. Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase adverse/toxic effects of Yellow Fever Vaccine. Specifically, the risk of vaccine-associated infection may be increased. Risk X: Avoid

Zoster Vaccine (Live/Attenuated): Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may increase adverse/toxic effects of Zoster Vaccine (Live/Attenuated). Specifically, the risk of vaccine-associated infection may be increased. Immunosuppressants (Miscellaneous Oncologic Agents) may decrease therapeutic effects of Zoster Vaccine (Live/Attenuated). Risk X: Avoid

Food Interactions

Systemic exposure of pazopanib is increased when administered with food (AUC two-fold higher with a high-fat [~50% fat] or low-fat [~5% fat] meal). Grapefruit juice may increase the levels/effects of pazopanib. Management: Take on an empty stomach 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. Maintain adequate nutrition and hydration, unless instructed to restrict fluid intake. Avoid grapefruit/grapefruit juice.

Reproductive Considerations

Evaluate pregnancy status prior to treatment initiation in females of reproductive potential. Females of reproductive potential should use effective contraception during therapy and for at least 2 weeks after the last pazopanib dose. Male patients (including vasectomized patients) with female partners of reproductive potential should use condoms during treatment and for at least 2 weeks after the last pazopanib dose.

Transient amenorrhea has been described in a patient on pazopanib monotherapy; normal menses resumed 2 months after pazopanib treatment was discontinued (De Sanctis 2019).

Pregnancy Considerations

Based on data from animal reproduction studies and the mechanism of action, in utero exposure to pazopanib may cause fetal harm.

Breastfeeding Considerations

It is not known if pazopanib is present in breast milk.

Due to the potential for serious adverse reactions in the breastfed infant, the manufacturer recommends discontinuing breastfeeding during treatment and for 2 weeks after the last pazopanib dose.

Dietary Considerations

Avoid grapefruit juice.

Monitoring Parameters

Monitor LFTs (ALT, AST, bilirubin) at baseline; at weeks 3, 5, 7, and 9; at months 3 and 4; then periodically as clinically indicated; if ALT elevation occurs, increase to weekly monitoring until ALT returns to grade 1 or baseline. Monitor serum electrolytes (eg, calcium, magnesium, potassium) at baseline and as clinically indicated; urinalysis for proteinuria at baseline and periodically during treatment (follow up with 24-hour urine protein when clinically indicated); thyroid function (TSH and T4 at baseline and TSH every 6 to 8 weeks during treatment [Appleby 2011]). Verify pregnancy status (in females of reproductive potential) prior to therapy initiation. Monitor BP as clinically indicated. Monitor patients who are at significant risk of developing QT prolongation with baseline and periodic ECGs. Evaluate left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) at baseline and periodically in patients at risk of cardiac dysfunction. Monitor for clinical signs/symptoms of heart failure, signs/symptoms of GI perforation or fistula, hand-foot skin reaction, hemorrhage, hepatotoxicity, infection, interstitial lung disease/pneumonitis, posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome, thromboembolic events (VTE and PE), thrombotic microangiopathy, tumor lysis syndrome, and/or wound healing complications. Monitor adherence.

Additional cardiovascular monitoring: Comprehensive assessment prior to treatment including a history and physical examination, screening for cardiovascular disease risk factors such as hypertension, diabetes, dyslipidemia, obesity, and smoking (ASCO [Armenian 2017]; ESC [Lyon 2022]). BP at each clinical visit (as well as daily home monitoring for first cycle, after dose increases, and every 2 to 3 weeks thereafter); ECG and QTc assessment in patients at moderate- or high-risk of QTc prolongation (assess QTc monthly during the first 3 months and every 3 to 6 months thereafter); baseline echocardiography in high- and very high-risk patients (repeat every 3 months during the first year and every 6 to 12 months thereafter); consider baseline echocardiography in low- and moderate-risk patients (consider repeating every 4 months during the first year for moderate-risk patients and every 6 to 12 months thereafter) (ESC [Lyon 2022]).

The American Society of Clinical Oncology hepatitis B virus (HBV) screening and management provisional clinical opinion (ASCO [Hwang 2020]) recommends HBV screening with hepatitis B surface antigen, hepatitis B core antibody, total Ig or IgG, and antibody to hepatitis B surface antigen prior to beginning (or at the beginning of) systemic anticancer therapy; do not delay treatment for screening/results. Detection of chronic or past HBV infection requires a risk assessment to determine antiviral prophylaxis requirements, monitoring, and follow-up.

Mechanism of Action

Pazopanib is a tyrosine kinase (multikinase) inhibitor; limits tumor growth via inhibition of angiogenesis by inhibiting cell surface vascular endothelial growth factor receptors (VEGFR-1, VEGFR-2, VEGFR-3), platelet-derived growth factor receptors (PDGFR-alpha and -beta), fibroblast growth factor receptor (FGFR-1 and -3), cytokine receptor (cKIT), interleukin-2 receptor inducible T-cell kinase, lymphocyte-specific protein tyrosine kinase (Lck), and transmembrane glycoprotein receptor tyrosine kinase (c-Fms).

Pharmacokinetics (Adult Data Unless Noted)

Protein binding: >99%.

Metabolism: Hepatic; primarily via CYP3A4, minor metabolism via CYP1A2 and CYP2C8.

Bioavailability: The AUC and Cmax are increased by ~2-fold with a meal (high-fat or low-fat). If tablets are crushed, the AUC is increased by 46%, the Cmax is increased by 2-fold, and the Tmax is decreased by ~2 hours (do not crush tablets).

Half-life elimination: ~31 hours.

Time to peak, plasma: 2 to 4 hours.

Excretion: Feces (primarily); urine (<4%).

Pharmacokinetics: Additional Considerations (Adult Data Unless Noted)

Hepatic function impairment: The median steady state Cmax and AUC in patients with moderate impairment (total bilirubin 1.5 to 3 times ULN and any ALT) administered a 200 mg dose were ~43% and ~29%, respectively, of the median values following administration of an 800 mg dose in patients with normal hepatic function. The median steady state Cmax and AUC in patients with severe impairment (total bilirubin >3 times ULN and any ALT) administered a 200 mg dose were ~18% and ~15%, respectively, of the median values after administration of an 800 mg dose in patients with normal hepatic function.

Brand Names: International
International Brand Names by Country
For country code abbreviations (show table)

  • (AE) United Arab Emirates: Votrient;
  • (AR) Argentina: Azopanim | Beleg | Bialko | Kipanib | Pazopane | Pazopater | Trumar | Votrient | Votrynib | Vozynib;
  • (AT) Austria: Votrient;
  • (AU) Australia: Votrient;
  • (BD) Bangladesh: Pazonib | Votrient;
  • (BE) Belgium: Votrient;
  • (BG) Bulgaria: Pazopanib | Pazopanib G.L. Pharma | Pazopanib pharmascience | Votrient;
  • (BR) Brazil: Votrient;
  • (CH) Switzerland: Votrient;
  • (CL) Chile: Votrient;
  • (CO) Colombia: Votrient;
  • (CZ) Czech Republic: Votrient;
  • (DE) Germany: Votrient;
  • (DO) Dominican Republic: Votrient;
  • (EC) Ecuador: Bialko | Kipanib | Pazopanib | Votrient;
  • (EE) Estonia: Pazopanib | Pazopanib teva | Pazopanib zentiva | Votrient;
  • (EG) Egypt: Votrient;
  • (ES) Spain: Votrient;
  • (FI) Finland: Votrient;
  • (FR) France: Votrient;
  • (GB) United Kingdom: Votrient;
  • (GR) Greece: Votrient;
  • (HK) Hong Kong: Votrient;
  • (HR) Croatia: Votrient;
  • (HU) Hungary: Votrient;
  • (ID) Indonesia: Votrient;
  • (IE) Ireland: Votrient;
  • (IN) India: Bdpazo | Biopanib | Pazib | Pazinib | Pazoci | Pazolee | Pazolit | Pazolong | Votrient | Zupanib;
  • (IT) Italy: Pazopanib | Votrient;
  • (JO) Jordan: Votrient;
  • (JP) Japan: Votrient;
  • (KE) Kenya: Votrient;
  • (KR) Korea, Republic of: Votrient;
  • (KW) Kuwait: Votrient;
  • (LB) Lebanon: Votrient;
  • (LT) Lithuania: Pazopanib teva | Pazopanib zentiva | Votrient;
  • (LU) Luxembourg: Votrient;
  • (LV) Latvia: Pazopanib teva | Pazopanib zentiva | Votrient;
  • (MA) Morocco: Votrient;
  • (MX) Mexico: Votrient;
  • (MY) Malaysia: Votrient;
  • (NL) Netherlands: Votrient;
  • (NO) Norway: Votrient;
  • (NZ) New Zealand: Votrient;
  • (PE) Peru: Votrient;
  • (PH) Philippines: Pazopanib | Votrient;
  • (PK) Pakistan: Votrient;
  • (PL) Poland: Votrient;
  • (PR) Puerto Rico: Pazopanib;
  • (PT) Portugal: Votrient;
  • (QA) Qatar: Votrient;
  • (RO) Romania: Pazopanib teva | Pazopanib zentiva | Pyzypi | Votrient;
  • (RU) Russian Federation: Amezopan | Pazopanib | Pazopanib promomed | Pazopanib TL | Potarbin | Votrient;
  • (SA) Saudi Arabia: Votrient;
  • (SE) Sweden: Votrient;
  • (SG) Singapore: Votrient;
  • (SI) Slovenia: Votrient;
  • (SK) Slovakia: Pazopanib G.L. Pharma | Pazopanib gedeon richter | Pazopanib glenmark | Pazopanib stada | Pazopanib teva | Pazopanib zentiva | Votrient;
  • (SR) Suriname: Votrient;
  • (TH) Thailand: Votrient;
  • (TN) Tunisia: Votrient;
  • (TR) Turkey: Vopazzi | Votrient;
  • (TW) Taiwan: Votrient;
  • (ZA) South Africa: Europan | Votrient
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