Drug search by name

Sunitinib and QT prolongation

Result of checking the interaction of drug Sunitinib and disease QT prolongation for safety when used together.

Check result:

Sunitinib <> QT prolongation

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:

Sunitinib can cause QT prolongation in a dose-dependent manner, which may lead to an increased risk for ventricular arrhythmias, including Torsade de Pointes. This agent should be administered with caution in patients with congenital long QTc syndrome, congestive heart failure, electrolyte abnormalities, or those who are taking medications known to prolong the QTc interval. Serum electrolytes should be corrected before initiating therapy with this agent. Periodic monitoring of ECGs and electrolytes is recommended in these patients.

Sunitinib

Generic Name: sunitinib

Brand Name: Sutent

Synonyms: SUNItinib

What is Sunitinib?