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- de Graan, Anne-Joy M., et al.
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Influence of Smoking on the Pharmacokinetics and Toxicity Profiles of Taxane Therapy
- 2012
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In: Clinical Cancer Research. - 1078-0432 .- 1557-3265. ; 18:16, s. 4425-4432
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Purpose: Cigarette smoke is known to interact with the metabolism of several anticancer drugs. It may also affect the incidence and severity of adverse events and efficacy of chemotherapy. The main objective of this study was to examine the effects of smoking on the pharmacokinetics and toxicities of patients treated with docetaxel or paclitaxel.Experimental Design: Smoking status, toxicity profiles, and pharmacokinetic parameters (calculated by nonlinear mixed-effect modeling population analysis) were determined in 566 patients (429 nonsmokers and 137 smokers) treated with docetaxel or paclitaxel.Results: Smokers treated with docetaxel showed less grade IV neutropenia (35% vs. 52%; P = 0.01) than nonsmokers. Smokers treated with paclitaxel had less grade III-IV leukopenia than nonsmokers (12% vs. 25%; P = 0.03), and the white blood cell (WBC) nadir was lower in nonsmokers (median, 2.7 x 10(9)/L; range, 0.05 x 10(9) to 11.6 x 10(9)/L) than in smokers (median, 3.3 x 10(9)/L; range 0.8 x 10(9) to 10.2 x 10(9)/L; P = 0.02). Of interest, significantly lower WBC counts and absolute neutrophil counts at baseline were seen in nonsmoking patients treated with paclitaxel (P = 0.0001). Pharmacokinetic parameters were similar in smokers and nonsmokers for both taxanes.Conclusion: Cigarette smoking does not alter the pharmacokinetic determinants of docetaxel and paclitaxel. Smokers treated with docetaxel and paclitaxel have less neutropenia and leukopenia, but further research is warranted to elucidate this potential protective effect.
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- van der Bol, Jessica M., et al.
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A CYP3A4 Phenotype-Based Dosing Algorithm for Individualized Treatment of Irinotecan
- 2010
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In: Clinical Cancer Research. - 1078-0432 .- 1557-3265. ; 16:2, s. 736-742
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Purpose: Irinotecan, the prodrug of SN-38, is extensively metabolized by cytochrome P450-3A4 (CYP3A4). A randomized trial was done to assess the utility of an algorithm for individualized irinotecan dose calculation based on a priori CYP3A4 activity measurements by the midazolam clearance test. Experimental Design: Patients were randomized to receive irinotecan at a conventional dose level of 350 mg/m(2) (group A) or doses based on an equation consisting of midazolam clearance, gamma-glutamyl-transferase, and height (group B). Pharmacokinetics and toxicities were obtained during the first treatment course. Results: Demographics of 40 evaluable cancer patients were balanced between both groups, including UGT1A1*28 genotype and smoking status. The absolute dose of irinotecan ranged from 480 to 800 mg in group A and 380 to 1,060 mg in group B. The mean absolute dose and area under the curve of irinotecan and SN-38 were not significantly different in either group (P > 0.18). In group B, the interindividual variability in the area under the curve of irinotecan and SN-38 was reduced by 19% and 25%, respectively (P > 0.22). Compared with group A, the incidence of grades 3 to 4 neutropenia was >4-fold lower in group B (45 versus 10%; P = 0.013). The incidence of grades 3 to 4 diarrhea was equal in both groups (10%). Conclusions: Incorporation of CYP3A4 phenotyping in dose calculation resulted in an improved predictability of the pharmacokinetic and toxicity profile of irinotecan, thereby lowering the incidence of severe neutropenia. In combination with UGT1A1*28 genotyping, CYP3A4 phenotype determination should be explored further as a strategy for the individualization of irinotecan treatment.
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- van der Bol, Jessica M., et al.
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Cigarette smoking and irinotecan treatment : Pharmacokinetic interaction and effects on neutropenia
- 2007
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In: Journal of Clinical Oncology. - 0732-183X .- 1527-7755. ; 25:19, s. 2719-2726
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Purpose Several constituents of cigarette smoke are known to interact with drug metabolizing enzymes and potentially affect treatment outcome with substrate drugs. The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of cigarette smoking on the pharmacokinetics and adverse effects of irinotecan. Patients and Methods A total of 190 patients (49 smokers, 141 nonsmokers) treated with irinotecan (90-minute intravenous administration on a 3-week schedule) were evaluated for pharmacokinetics. Complete toxicity data were available in a subset of 134 patients receiving 350 mg/m(2) or 600 mg flat-fixed dose irinotecan. Results In smokers, the dose-normalized area under the plasma concentration-time curve of irinotecan was significantly lower (median, 28.7 v 33.9 ng . h/mL/mg; P = .001) compared with nonsmokers. In addition, smokers showed an almost 40% lower exposure to SN-38 (median, 0.54 v 0.87 ng . h/mL/mg; P < .001) and a higher relative extent of glucuronidation of SN-38 into SN-38G (median, 6.6 v 4.5; P = .006). Smokers experienced considerably less hematologic toxicity. In particular, the incidence of grade 3 to 4 neutropenia was 6% in smokers versus 38% in nonsmokers (odds ratio [OR], 0.10; 95% CI, 0.02 to 0.43; P < .001). There was no significant difference in incidence of delayed-onset diarrhea (6% v 15%; OR, 0.34; 95% CI, 0.07 to 1.57; P = .149). Conclusion This study indicates that smoking significantly lowers both the exposure to irinotecan and treatment-induced neutropenia, indicating a potential risk of treatment failure. Although the underlying mechanism is not entirely clear, modulation of CYP3A and uridine diphosphate glucuronosyltransferase isoform 1A1 may be part of the explanation. The data suggest that additional investigation is warranted to determine whether smokers are at increased risk for treatment failure.
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