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Drug Interactions between belzutifan and Viekira XR

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Moderate

ritonavir belzutifan

Applies to: Viekira XR (dasabuvir / ombitasvir / paritaprevir / ritonavir) and belzutifan

MONITOR: Coadministration of belzutifan with inducers of CYP450 2C19 may decrease the plasma concentrations and pharmacologic effects of belzutifan. The proposed mechanism is induction of CYP450 2C19, one of the primary pathways for the metabolic clearance of belzutifan. Clinical data are not available.

MANAGEMENT: Caution and clinical monitoring are recommended whenever belzutifan is prescribed in combination with a CYP450 2C19 inducer. Pharmacologic response to belzutifan should be monitored more closely whenever a CYP450 2C19 inducer is added to or withdrawn from therapy.

References (1)
  1. (2022) "Product Information. Welireg (belzutifan)." Merck Sharp & Dohme (Australia) Pty Ltd
Moderate

paritaprevir belzutifan

Applies to: Viekira XR (dasabuvir / ombitasvir / paritaprevir / ritonavir) and belzutifan

MONITOR: Coadministration with belzutifan may decrease the plasma concentrations and therapeutic effects of drugs that are substrates of CYP450 3A4. The extent of the decrease in concentration and effects may be more pronounced in patients who are dual uridine diphosphate glucuronosyltransferase (UGT) 2B17 and CYP450 2C19 poor metabolizers. The proposed mechanism is increased clearance due to belzutifan-mediated induction of CYP450 3A4. Concomitant use of belzutifan (120 mg once daily) with midazolam (a sensitive CYP450 3A4 substrate) decreased the midazolam systemic exposure (AUC) and peak plasma concentration (Cmax) by 40% and 34%, respectively. In patients with higher belzutifan concentrations (e.g., dual UGT 2B17 and CYP450 2C19 poor metabolizers) the AUC of midazolam is predicted to decrease by up to 70%.

MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised when belzutifan is used concomitantly with drugs that undergo metabolism by CYP450 3A4. Dosage adjustments as well as clinical and laboratory monitoring may be appropriate for some drugs whenever belzutifan is added to or withdrawn from therapy. Patients should be monitored for diminished therapeutic effects.

References (1)
  1. (2021) "Product Information. Welireg (belzutifan)." Merck & Co., Inc

Drug and food interactions

Moderate

ritonavir food

Applies to: Viekira XR (dasabuvir / ombitasvir / paritaprevir / ritonavir)

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Administration with food may modestly affect the bioavailability of ritonavir from the various available formulations. When the oral solution was given under nonfasting conditions, peak ritonavir concentrations decreased 23% and the extent of absorption decreased 7% relative to fasting conditions. Dilution of the oral solution (within one hour of dosing) with 240 mL of chocolate milk or a nutritional supplement (Advera or Ensure) did not significantly affect the extent and rate of ritonavir absorption. When a single 100 mg dose of the tablet was administered with a high-fat meal (907 kcal; 52% fat, 15% protein, 33% carbohydrates), approximately 20% decreases in mean peak concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) were observed relative to administration after fasting. Similar decreases in Cmax and AUC were reported when the tablet was administered with a moderate-fat meal. In contrast, the extent of absorption of ritonavir from the soft gelatin capsule formulation was 13% higher when administered with a meal (615 KCal; 14.5% fat, 9% protein, and 76% carbohydrate) relative to fasting.

MANAGEMENT: Ritonavir should be taken with meals to enhance gastrointestinal tolerability.

References (1)
  1. (2001) "Product Information. Norvir (ritonavir)." Abbott Pharmaceutical
Moderate

paritaprevir food

Applies to: Viekira XR (dasabuvir / ombitasvir / paritaprevir / ritonavir)

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Food enhances the oral bioavailability of ombitasvir, paritaprevir, ritonavir, and dasabuvir. Relative to fasting conditions, administration of ombitasvir, paritaprevir, ritonavir, and dasabuvir with a moderate-fat meal (approximately 600 Kcal; 20% to 30% calories from fat) increased the mean systemic exposure (AUC) by 82%, 211%, 49%, and 30%, respectively. Relative to fasting conditions, administration of ombitasvir, paritaprevir, ritonavir, and dasabuvir with a high-fat meal (approximately 900 Kcal; with 60% calories from fat) increased the mean AUC by 76%, 180%, 44%, and 22%, respectively.

MANAGEMENT: Ombitasvir/paritaprevir/ritonavir plus dasabuvir should always be administered with a meal. The fat or calorie content does not matter.

References (1)
  1. (2022) "Product Information. Viekira Pak (dasabuvir/ombitasvir/paritaprev/ritonav)." AbbVie US LLC

Therapeutic duplication warnings

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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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