Palbociclib Pfizer 75 Mg, 100 Mg, 125 Mg Capsules 75 mg, 100 mg, 125 mg Capsules
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of HR-positive, HER2-negative advanced or metastatic breast cancer.
Dosage (summary)
125 mg orally once daily with food for 21 days, followed by 7 days off.
Special Populations
- Elderly population
- Hepatic impairment
- Renal impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Not recommended during pregnancy; may cause fetal harm. Avoid breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- CYP3A inhibitors (e.g., itraconazole) increase palbociclib levels.
- CYP3A inducers (e.g., rifampicin) decrease palbociclib levels.
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to palbociclib or excipients.
Common side effects
- Neutropenia
- Infections
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Stomatitis
- Alopecia
- Diarrhea
Counselling Points
- Take with food.
- Report signs of infection or respiratory symptoms.
- Use effective contraception during treatment.
Serious warnings
- Risk of neutropenia and infections.
- Potential for ILD/pneumonitis.
- Monitor for venous thromboembolism.
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