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Avelumab and Pneumonitis

Result of checking the interaction of drug Avelumab and disease Pneumonitis for safety when used together.

Check result:

Avelumab <> Pneumonitis

Relevance: 23.07.2019 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 use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

Immune-mediated pneumonitis, including fatal cases have been reported with the use of avelumab. Monitor patients for signs with radiographic imaging and for symptoms of pneumonitis. It is recommended to administer corticosteroids at a dose of 1 to 2 mg/kg/day prednisone equivalents for moderate or more severe pneumonitis, followed by corticosteroid taper. Withhold treatment with avelumab for moderate pneumonitis and permanently discontinue therapy for severe, life-threatening, or recurrent moderate pneumonitis. If appropriate modify the dose according to manufacturer recommendations. Care should be taken when using avelumab in patients with pulmonary infections.

Avelumab

Generic Name: avelumab

Brand Name: Bavencio

Synonyms: n.a.

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