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Drug Interactions between cefpodoxime and fecal microbiota spores, live

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Major

cefpodoxime fecal microbiota spores, live

Applies to: cefpodoxime and fecal microbiota spores, live

GENERALLY AVOID: Antibiotics may interfere with the therapeutic effects of oral fecal microbiota, which contains live bacterial spores. The mechanism may be related to the antibiotic inactivating the bacterial spores or reducing bacterial replication. However, the clinical significance of this interaction has not been established.

MANAGEMENT: Concomitant use of oral fecal microbiota spores with antibiotics should generally be avoided. The manufacturer of the oral formulation of fecal microbiota recommends that treatment commence two to four days after completing antibiotic treatment for Clostridium difficile infection.

References (1)
  1. (2023) "Product Information. Vowst (fecal microbiota spores, live)." Aimmune Therapeutics

Drug and food interactions

Moderate

cefpodoxime food

Applies to: cefpodoxime

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Food enhances the oral bioavailability of cefpodoxime proxetil tablets. Following a 200 mg dose taken with food, the extent of absorption (mean AUC) was 21% to 33% higher and the mean peak plasma concentration (Cmax) 19% higher than under fasting conditions. Time to peak concentration (Tmax) was not significantly different between fed and fasted states. On the contrary, when a 200 mg dose of the suspension was taken with food, the mean AUC and Cmax were not significantly different than those under fasting conditions, although the rate of absorption was slower with food (48% increase in Tmax ).

MANAGEMENT: To ensure maximal oral absorption, cefpodoxime proxetil tablets should be administered with or immediately after a meal.

References (3)
  1. Hughes GS, Heald DL, Barker KB, et al. (1989) "The effects of gastric pH and food on the pharmacokinetics of a new oral cephalosporin, cefpodoxime proxetil." Clin Pharmacol Ther, 46, p. 674-85
  2. "Product Information. Vantin (cefpodoxime)." Pharmacia and Upjohn
  3. Borin MT, Driver MR, Forbes KK (1995) "Effect of timing of food on absorption of cefpodoxime proxetil." J Clin Pharmacol, 35, p. 505-9
Moderate

fecal microbiota spores, live food

Applies to: fecal microbiota spores, live

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: There are no data regarding the effects of concurrent administration of oral fecal microbiota spores with food.

MANAGEMENT: The manufacturer of the oral formulation of fecal microbiota recommends that patients should have no food or drink except for a small amount of water for at least 8 hours prior to the first dose of fecal microbiota spores. The second and third doses of fecal microbiota spores should be taken on an empty stomach prior to the first meal of the day.

References (1)
  1. (2023) "Product Information. Vowst (fecal microbiota spores, live)." Aimmune Therapeutics

Therapeutic duplication warnings

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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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