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Drug Interactions between cobicistat / darunavir and digoxin

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Moderate

digoxin cobicistat

Applies to: digoxin and cobicistat / darunavir

MONITOR: Coadministration with cobicistat may increase serum digoxin concentrations and the risk of digoxin toxicity. The proposed mechanism is reduced clearance of digoxin due to inhibition of P-glycoprotein-mediated renal tubular secretion by cobicistat. In 22 study subjects, administration of a single 0.5 mg dose of digoxin during treatment with cobicistat 150 mg once daily increased the mean digoxin peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) by 41% and 8%, respectively, compared to administration alone.

MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised if digoxin must be used in combination with cobicistat. Pharmacologic response and serum digoxin levels should be monitored more closely whenever cobicistat is added to or withdrawn from therapy, and the digoxin dosage adjusted as necessary. Patients should be advised to notify their physician if they experience potential signs and symptoms of digoxin toxicity such as nausea, anorexia, visual disturbances, slow pulse, or irregular heartbeats.

References

  1. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
  2. (2012) "Product Information. Stribild (cobicistat/elvitegravir/emtricitabine/tenofov)." Gilead Sciences

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Drug and food interactions

Moderate

darunavir food

Applies to: cobicistat / darunavir

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Food enhances the absorption and oral bioavailability of darunavir administered in combination with low-dose ritonavir. The mechanism is unknown. When administered with food, the peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and area under the plasma concentration-time curve (AUC) of darunavir were approximately 30% higher than when administered in the fasting state. Darunavir exposure was similar for the range of meals studied. The total caloric content of the various meals evaluated ranged from 240 Kcal (12 grams fat) to 928 Kcal (56 grams fat).

MANAGEMENT: To ensure maximal oral absorption, darunavir coadministered with ritonavir should be taken with food. The type of food is not important.

References

  1. (2006) "Product Information. Prezista (darunavir)." Ortho Biotech Inc

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Minor

digoxin food

Applies to: digoxin

Administration of digoxin with a high-fiber meal has been shown to decrease its bioavailability by almost 20%. Fiber can sequester up to 45% of the drug when given orally. Patients should be advised to maintain a regular diet without significant fluctuation in fiber intake while digoxin is being titrated.

Grapefruit juice may modestly increase the plasma concentrations of digoxin. The mechanism is increased absorption of digoxin due to mild inhibition of intestinal P-glycoprotein by certain compounds present in grapefruits. In 12 healthy volunteers, administration of grapefruit juice with and 30 minutes before, as well as 3.5, 7.5, and 11.5 hours after a single digoxin dose (0.5 mg) increased the mean area under the plasma concentration-time curve (AUC) of digoxin by just 9% compared to administration with water. Moreover, P-glycoprotein genetic polymorphism does not appear to influence the magnitude of the effects of grapefruit juice on digoxin. Thus, the interaction is unlikely to be of clinical significance.

References

  1. Darcy PF (1995) "Nutrient-drug interactions." Adverse Drug React Toxicol Rev, 14, p. 233-54
  2. Becquemont L, Verstuyft C, Kerb R, et al. (2001) "Effect of grapefruit juice on digoxin pharmacokinetics in humans." Clin Pharmacol Ther, 70, p. 311-6

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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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