Imlygic Disease Interactions
There are 4 disease interactions with Imlygic (talimogene laherparepvec).
Talimogene laherparepvec (applies to Imlygic) immunocompromised
Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Immunodeficiency
Talimogene laherparepvec is a live, attenuated herpes simplex virus. The use talimogene laherparepvec is contraindicated in patients who are immunocompromised as its administration in these patients may cause life-threatening disseminated herpetic infection.
Talimogene laherparepvec (applies to Imlygic) immunodeficiency
Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Lymphoma, Leukemia
Do not administer talimogene laherparepvec to patients with a history of primary or acquired immunodeficient states, leukemia, lymphoma, AIDS or other clinical manifestations of infection with human immunodeficiency viruses, and those on immunosuppressive therapy.
Talimogene laherparepvec (applies to Imlygic) autoimmune disorders
Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility.
The use of talimogene laherparepvec may result in immune-mediated events. Exercise care when using this agent in patients with underlying autoimmune disease or before continuing treatment in those patients that have developed immune-mediated events. Close monitoring is recommended.
Talimogene laherparepvec (applies to Imlygic) multiple myeloma
Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility.
Plasmacytoma, in proximity to the injection site, has been reported after administration of talimogene laherparepvec in a patient with smoldering multiple myeloma. It is recommended to consider the risks and benefits of treatment in patients with multiple myeloma or in whom plasmacytoma develops during treatment. Close monitoring is recommended.
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There are 299 drug interactions with Imlygic (talimogene laherparepvec).
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| Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
| Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
| Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
| No interaction information available. |
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