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Drug Interactions between almotriptan and voriconazole

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Moderate

almotriptan voriconazole

Applies to: almotriptan and voriconazole

MONITOR: Coadministration with potent inhibitors of CYP450 3A4 may significantly increase the plasma concentrations of almotriptan, which is partially metabolized by the isoenzyme. In healthy volunteers, administration of a single 12.5 mg oral dose of almotriptan during treatment with the potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitor ketoconazole (400 mg once a day for 3 days) resulted in approximately 60% increases in almotriptan peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC). Coadministration with a moderate inhibitor, verapamil (120 mg sustained-release tablets twice a day for 7 days), increased almotriptan Cmax by 24% and AUC by 20%, which are not considered clinically significant.

MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised if almotriptan is used in combination with potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitors such as itraconazole, ketoconazole, posaconazole, voriconazole, conivaptan, nefazodone, cobicistat, delavirdine, protease inhibitors, and ketolide and certain macrolide antibiotics. The possibility of prolonged and/or increased pharmacologic effects of almotriptan, including serious adverse effects such as vasospastic reactions, should be considered during concomitant therapy. Patients should be advised to notify their physician if they experience nausea; pain or tightness in the chest, neck, or jaw; irregular heartbeat; abnormal breathing; seizures; tremor; and/or tingling or numbness.

References

  1. (2001) "Product Information. Axert (almotriptan)." Pharmacia and Upjohn

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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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Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum.

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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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