Managing Drug Interactions With Oral Anticancer Treatments.

The use of oral anticancer treatments is widespread and vital to modern cancer treatment. Novel oral chemotherapy and targeted therapy treatments continue to receive US Food and Drug Administration approval every year, making knowledge of these agents a necessity for practitioners working in oncology. Many oral anticancer agents are prone to drug interactions that can contribute to adverse effects and decrease therapy efficacy.

Improving adherence to oral cancer therapy in clinical practice.

Adherence to oral chemotherapy regimens maximizes their effectiveness and minimizes any potential toxicities. Factors specifically related to the treatment, patient, and health care provider may influence medication adherence. Treatment-related factors include the complexity of the regimen, the cost of therapy, the possibility of side effects, and the delay in treatment benefits.