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Drug Interactions between elbasvir / grazoprevir and mitotane

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Major

mitotane elbasvir

Applies to: mitotane and elbasvir / grazoprevir

CONTRAINDICATED: Coadministration with potent inducers of CYP450 3A4 may significantly decrease the plasma concentrations of elbasvir and grazoprevir, both of which are substrates of the isoenzyme. In 10 study subjects, administration of elbasvir 50 mg once daily with efavirenz 600 mg once daily decreased elbasvir peak plasma concentration (Cmax), systemic exposure (AUC) and trough plasma concentration (Cmin) by 45%, 54% and 59%, respectively, compared to administration of elbasvir alone. Likewise, when grazoprevir 200 mg once daily and efavirenz 600 mg once daily were given together to 12 study subjects, grazoprevir Cmax, AUC and Cmin decreased by 87%, 83% and 69%, respectively. Efavirenz is generally considered a moderate inducer of CYP450 3A4. More potent inducers such as carbamazepine or phenytoin may interact to an even greater extent.

MANAGEMENT: Given the risk of reduced viral susceptibility and resistance development associated with subtherapeutic antiviral drug levels, concomitant use of elbasvir-grazoprevir with efavirenz or potent CYP450 3A4 inducers is considered contraindicated.

References (1)
  1. (2016) "Product Information. Zepatier (elbasvir-grazoprevir)." Merck & Co., Inc
Major

mitotane grazoprevir

Applies to: mitotane and elbasvir / grazoprevir

CONTRAINDICATED: Coadministration with potent inducers of CYP450 3A4 may significantly decrease the plasma concentrations of elbasvir and grazoprevir, both of which are substrates of the isoenzyme. In 10 study subjects, administration of elbasvir 50 mg once daily with efavirenz 600 mg once daily decreased elbasvir peak plasma concentration (Cmax), systemic exposure (AUC) and trough plasma concentration (Cmin) by 45%, 54% and 59%, respectively, compared to administration of elbasvir alone. Likewise, when grazoprevir 200 mg once daily and efavirenz 600 mg once daily were given together to 12 study subjects, grazoprevir Cmax, AUC and Cmin decreased by 87%, 83% and 69%, respectively. Efavirenz is generally considered a moderate inducer of CYP450 3A4. More potent inducers such as carbamazepine or phenytoin may interact to an even greater extent.

MANAGEMENT: Given the risk of reduced viral susceptibility and resistance development associated with subtherapeutic antiviral drug levels, concomitant use of elbasvir-grazoprevir with efavirenz or potent CYP450 3A4 inducers is considered contraindicated.

References (1)
  1. (2016) "Product Information. Zepatier (elbasvir-grazoprevir)." Merck & Co., Inc

Drug and food interactions

Moderate

mitotane food

Applies to: mitotane

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Fat-rich food enhances the absorption of mitotane. One study evaluated blood levels of mitotane (o,p'-DDD) after subjects ingested a single dose of 2 g administered using various delivery vehicles (e.g., tablets, granules, milk, chocolate or oil emulsion). Mitotane plasma levels were significantly higher for milk, chocolate, and oil emulsion when compared to those who received tablets or granules alone. In the same study, mitotane levels were evaluated in subjects following long-term treatment (total dose of 200 g over 30 to 60 days) in tablet, oil emulsion, or milk formulations. Significantly higher mean plasma levels were recorded in subjects who received mitotane as an oil emulsion or mixed in milk, when compared to tablets alone. Additionally, the recovery of o,p'-DDD from the feces was about 5 times higher in subjects who received tablets alone, suggesting absorption was reduced when compared to subjects who received mitotane mixed with a fat-rich vehicle (e.g., oil emulsion or milk).

GENERALLY AVOID: Concomitant use of mitotane with central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may potentiate adverse effects such as somnolence and sedation.

MANAGEMENT: According to product labeling, mitotane tablets should be taken during meals containing fat-rich food (e.g., milk, chocolate, or oil) and with a full glass of water. Patients should be advised to avoid or limit consumption of alcohol and to avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until they know how the medication affects them.

References (4)
  1. (2023) "Product Information. Lysodren (mitotane)." HRA Pharma America
  2. (2023) "Product Information. Lysodren (mitotane)." Medunik Canada
  3. (2023) "Product Information. Lysodren (mitotane)." HRA Pharma UK & Ireland Ltd
  4. Moolenaar AJ, van Slooten H, van Seters AP, Smeenk D (2023) Blood levels of o,p-DDD following administration in various vehicles after a single dose and during long-term treatment https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/BF00258213
Minor

grazoprevir food

Applies to: elbasvir / grazoprevir

Food does not appear to have clinically significant effects on the pharmacokinetics of elbasvir and grazoprevir. When a single 50 mg-100 mg dose of elbasvir-grazoprevir was administered to healthy study subjects with a high-fat meal (900 kcal; 500 kcal from fat), elbasvir peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) decreased by 15% and 11%, respectively, while grazoprevir Cmax and AUC increased by 2.8- and 1.5-fold, respectively, compared to administration under fasting conditions. According to the product labeling, elbasvir-grazoprevir may be administered with or without food.

References (1)
  1. (2016) "Product Information. Zepatier (elbasvir-grazoprevir)." Merck & Co., Inc

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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