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Drug Interactions between Eliquis and voriconazole

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Major

voriconazole apixaban

Applies to: voriconazole and Eliquis (apixaban)

GENERALLY AVOID: Coadministration with potent inhibitors of CYP450 3A4 that can also inhibit P-glycoprotein (P-gp) may significantly increase the plasma concentrations of apixaban, which is a substrate of both the isoenzyme and efflux transporter. The risk of bleeding associated with apixaban may be increased. When apixaban was coadministered with the dual P-gp and potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitor, ketoconazole (400 mg once daily), mean apixaban peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) increased by approximately 1.6- and 2-fold, respectively. The systemic exposure may be increased even more in patients with significant renal impairment.

MANAGEMENT: The use of apixaban should either be avoided or the dosage reduced during concomitant systemic treatment with dual P-gp and potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitors. In addition, some authorities recommend avoiding concomitant use of apixaban during and for 2 weeks after treatment with itraconazole. For patients receiving apixaban 5 mg or 10 mg twice daily, the prescribing information recommends reducing the dosage by 50%. In patients already taking apixaban at a dosage of 2.5 mg twice daily (e,g., patients meeting at least 2 of the following criteria: age >=80 years; body weight <=60 kg; serum creatinine >=1.5 mg/dL), coadministration with dual P-gp and potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitors should be avoided.

References

  1. (2002) "Product Information. Sporanox (itraconazole)." Janssen Pharmaceuticals
  2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
  3. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
  4. (2012) "Product Information. Eliquis (apixaban)." Bristol-Myers Squibb Canada Inc
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Drug and food interactions

Moderate

voriconazole food

Applies to: voriconazole

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Food reduces the oral absorption and bioavailability of voriconazole. According to the product labeling, administration of multiple doses of voriconazole with high-fat meals decreased the mean peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and area under the concentration-time curve (AUC) by 34% and 24%, respectively, when the drug is administered as a tablet, and by 58% and 37%, respectively, when administered as the oral suspension.

MANAGEMENT: To ensure maximal oral absorption, voriconazole tablets and oral suspension should be taken at least one hour before or after a meal.

References

  1. (2002) "Product Information. VFEND (voriconazole)." Pfizer U.S. Pharmaceuticals
  2. Wohlt PD, Zheng L, Gunderson S, Balzar SA, Johnson BD, Fish JT (2009) "Recommendations for the use of medications with continuous enteral nutrition." Am J Health Syst Pharm, 66, p. 1438-67

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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor 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.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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