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Brentuximab vedotin and Pulmonary toxicity

Result of checking the interaction of drug Brentuximab vedotin and disease Pulmonary toxicity for safety when used together.

Check result:

Brentuximab vedotin <> Pulmonary toxicity

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:

Cases of noninfectious pulmonary toxicity including pneumonitis, interstitial lung disease, and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), some with fatal outcomes, have been reported with the use of brentuximab vedotin. Care should be taken when using this agent in patients at risk of pulmonary events. Hold dose in the event of new or worsening of pulmonary complications until symptoms improve.

Brentuximab vedotin

Generic Name: brentuximab

Brand Name: Adcetris

Synonyms: Brentuximab Vedotin

What is Brentuximab vedotin?