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Drug Interactions between bedaquiline and fecal microbiota, live

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Moderate

bedaquiline fecal microbiota, live

Applies to: bedaquiline and fecal microbiota, live

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Antibiotics may interfere with the therapeutic effects of fecal microbiota, which contains live bacteria. The mechanism may be related to the antibiotic inactivating the bacteria or reducing bacterial replication. In clinical studies an antibiotic washout period between 24 to 72 hours was required prior to the rectal administration of fecal microbiota.

MANAGEMENT: Although data are limited, it may be prudent to have an antibiotic washout period between 24 to 72 hours prior to administration of the rectal formulation of fecal microbiota. In addition, the manufacturer recommends avoiding oral antibiotics for up to 8 weeks after administration of the rectal formulation of fecal microbiota.

References (2)
  1. (2022) "Product Information. Rebyota (fecal microbiota, live)." Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc
  2. singh p, Alm EJ, Kelley JM, Cheng V, Smith M, Kassam Z, Nee J, Iturrino J, Lembo A (2022) "Effect of antibiotic pretreatment on bacterial engraftment after Fecal Microbiota Transplant (FMT) in IBS-D" National Library of Medicine, 14, p. 1

Drug and food interactions

Moderate

bedaquiline food

Applies to: bedaquiline

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Food enhances the oral bioavailability of bedaquiline. When administered with a standard meal containing approximately 22 grams of fat (558 total Kcal), the relative bioavailability of bedaquiline increased by approximately 2-fold compared to administration under fasted conditions.

GENERALLY AVOID: Coadministration with alcohol may increase the risk of hepatotoxicity associated with the use of bedaquiline. In clinical trials, hepatic adverse drug reactions developed in more bedaquiline-treated patients than in those who received other drugs used to treat tuberculosis. In patients receiving bedaquiline or placebo in combination with other drugs used to treat multidrug-resistant tuberculosis, reversible aminotransferase elevations of at least 3 times the upper limit of normal developed more frequently in the bedaquiline treatment group [10.8%] than in the placebo group [5.7%].

MANAGEMENT: To ensure maximal oral absorption, bedaquiline should be taken with food. Patients should avoid alcohol use during treatment.

References (1)
  1. (2013) "Product Information. Sirturo (bedaquiline)." Janssen Pharmaceuticals

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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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