Drug Interactions between alfuzosin and nefazodone
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- alfuzosin
- nefazodone
Interactions between your drugs
nefazodone alfuzosin
Applies to: nefazodone and alfuzosin
CONTRAINDICATED: Coadministration with potent inhibitors of CYP450 3A4 may significantly increase the plasma concentrations of alfuzosin, which is primarily metabolized by the isoenzyme. Severe hypotension and priapism may occur. In pharmacokinetic studies, repeated oral administration of 400 mg/day of ketoconazole, a potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitor, increased alfuzosin peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) by 2.3- and 3.2-fold, respectively, following a single 10 mg dose. Repeated oral administration of ketoconazole 200 mg/day increased alfuzosin Cmax by 2.1-fold and AUC by 2.5-fold following a single 10 mg dose.
MANAGEMENT: Concomitant use of alfuzosin with potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitors such as itraconazole, ketoconazole, posaconazole, voriconazole, conivaptan, nefazodone, cobicistat, delavirdine, protease inhibitors, and ketolide and certain macrolide antibiotics is considered contraindicated. Some authorities recommend avoiding concomitant use of alfuzosin during and for 2 weeks after treatment with itraconazole.
References (5)
- (2002) "Product Information. Sporanox (itraconazole)." Janssen Pharmaceuticals
- (2003) "Product Information. Uroxatral (alfuzosin)." sanofi-aventis
- Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
- EMEA. European Medicines Agency (2007) EPARs. European Union Public Assessment Reports. http://www.ema.europa.eu/ema/index.jsp?curl=pages/includes/medicines/medicines_landingpage.jsp&mid
- Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
Drug and food interactions
nefazodone food
Applies to: nefazodone
GENERALLY AVOID: Alcohol may potentiate some of the pharmacologic effects of CNS-active agents. Use in combination may result in additive central nervous system depression and/or impairment of judgment, thinking, and psychomotor skills.
MANAGEMENT: Patients receiving CNS-active agents should be warned of this interaction and advised to avoid or limit consumption of alcohol. Ambulatory patients should be counseled to avoid hazardous activities requiring complete mental alertness and motor coordination until they know how these agents affect them, and to notify their physician if they experience excessive or prolonged CNS effects that interfere with their normal activities.
References (4)
- Warrington SJ, Ankier SI, Turner P (1986) "Evaluation of possible interactions between ethanol and trazodone or amitriptyline." Neuropsychobiology, 15, p. 31-7
- Gilman AG, eds., Nies AS, Rall TW, Taylor P (1990) "Goodman and Gilman's the Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics." New York, NY: Pergamon Press Inc.
- (2012) "Product Information. Fycompa (perampanel)." Eisai Inc
- (2015) "Product Information. Rexulti (brexpiprazole)." Otsuka American Pharmaceuticals Inc
alfuzosin food
Applies to: alfuzosin
ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Administration of alfuzosin with food enhances oral bioavailability. According to the manufacturer, extent of absorption is 50% higher when administered under fed conditions compared to fasting conditions.
MANAGEMENT: To ensure maximal oral absorption, alfuzosin should be administered with or immediately after a meal.
References (1)
- (2003) "Product Information. Uroxatral (alfuzosin)." sanofi-aventis
Therapeutic duplication warnings
No warnings were found for your selected drugs.
Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum.
See also
Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
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. | |
No interaction information available. |
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