Zolinza (Vorinostat) – CTCL | HongKong DengYue Medicine
- Generic Name/Brand Name: Vorinostat / Zolinza®
- Indications: CTCL
- Dosage Form: Capsule
- Specification: 100 mg × 120 capsules/bottle
Vorinostat Application Scope
Zolinza is an oral histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitor that induces cell cycle arrest, differentiation, and apoptosis in malignant cells by altering gene expression.
Indications:
Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL): For patients with progressive, persistent, or recurrent disease following at least two systemic therapies.

Vorinostat Characteristics
Ingredients: Active ingredient: Vorinostat
Excipients: microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, sodium starch glycolate, etc.Properties: White to off-white capsules.
Packaging Specification: 100 mg capsules, bottles of 120.
Storage: Store at 20–25°C. Protect from moisture.
Expiry Date: As indicated on package (24–36 months).
Executive Standard: Enterprise/regulatory authority standard.
Approval Number: Per FDA/NMPA/EMA records.
Date of Revision: As listed in insert.
Manufacturer: Merck & Co., Inc.
Guidelines for the Use of Zolinza
Dosage and Administration:
Recommended Dose: 400 mg orally once daily.
Administration: Swallow whole with food.
Missed Dose: Skip and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double dose.
Adverse Reactions:
Common Adverse Reactions:
Fatigue
Nausea, diarrhea, anorexia
Thrombocytopenia, anemia
Weight loss
Serious Adverse Reactions:
Pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis
Severe thrombocytopenia or anemia
QT prolongation, cardiac events
Severe dehydration from GI toxicity
Contraindications:
Hypersensitivity to Vorinostat or excipients.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Precautions:
Monitor CBC, electrolytes, ECG.
Use caution in patients with prior thromboembolic disease.
Ensure adequate hydration.
Vorinostat Interactions
Caution with anticoagulants (↑ bleeding risk).
May interact with other HDAC inhibitors (↑ toxicity).
CYP substrate interactions possible.
Note:
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