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Ibrutinib belongs to a class of drugs called Bruton's tyrosine kinase inhibitors. It is primarily used for the treatment of certain B-cell malignancies, including Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia, Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma, and Mantle Cell Lymphoma in relapsed or refractory cases. Additionally, it is indicated for the treatment of Waldenström’s Macroglobulinemia, Marginal Zone Lymphoma, and Chronic Graft-versus-Host Disease. Since its initial approval, Ibrutinib has played a significant role in the management of these conditions by blocking BTK signaling, thereby disrupting malignant B-cell growth and survival.
Ibrutinib was first approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2013 for the treatment of Mantle Cell Lymphoma in patients who had received at least one prior therapy. Since its initial approval, its indications have expanded to include several B-cell malignancies, such as Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia, Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma, Waldenström’s Macroglobulinemia, and Marginal Zone In 2017, the FDA approved Ibrutinib for the treatment of chronic Graft-versus-Host Disease in patients who had failed prior lines of therapy, making it the first BTK inhibitor approved for a non-cancerous condition. Due to its efficacy in targeting B-cell receptor signaling pathways, Ibrutinib has been approved in multiple countries and has become a widely used therapy for various hematologic disorders.
BRAND NAMES
Imbruvica: Imbruvica capsule is used to treat mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) and chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). It is also indicated for patients with CLL who have received at least one prior therapy.
MECHANISM OF ACTION
Ibrutinib is an irreversible and selective Bruton’s tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitor that blocks B-cell receptor (BCR) signaling, which is essential for the survival and proliferation of malignant B-cells. By binding covalently to Cysteine-481 in the active site of BTK, it permanently inhibits BTK activity, thereby disrupting tumor growth, reducing B-cell adhesion, and preventing migration to lymphoid tissues. In addition to BTK, Ibrutinib also partially inhibits other kinases, such as ITK, EGFR, and TEC family kinases, which contribute to immune modulation and cancer progression.
PHARMACOKINETICS
Absorption
Distribution
Metabolism
Elimination
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Ibrutinib is available in capsule (140 mg) and tablet (40 mg, 140 mg, 280 mg, 420 mg, 560 mg) formulations for once-daily oral administration.
Recommended Dosages
Administration
Ibrutinib should be taken orally once daily at the same time each day. The tablets or capsules must be swallowed whole with a glass of water and should not be crushed, chewed, or broken. It can be taken with or without food, though food may enhance absorption. If a dose is missed, it should be taken as soon as possible on the same day, but double dosing is not recommended.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Strong: Ketoconazole, Ritonavir, Clarithromycin (Avoid or reduce dose)
Moderate: Fluconazole, Diltiazem, Verapamil (Monitor for toxicity)
Rifampin, Carbamazepine, Phenytoin, St. John’s Wort (Avoid use)
Warfarin, Heparin, Aspirin, Clopidogrel, NSAIDs (Use with caution)
Antiarrhythmics, Antipsychotics, Fluoroquinolones (Monitor ECG)
Steroids, Other immunosuppressants (Monitor for infections)
CONTRAINDICATIONS
SIDE EFFECTS
Common Side Effects
Serious Side Effects
TOXICITY
Overdose and Toxic Effects
Management of Toxicity