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Drug Interactions between lamivudine and sorbitol

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lamiVUDine sorbitol

Applies to: lamivudine and sorbitol

GENERALLY AVOID: Sorbitol may decrease the serum concentration of lamivudine. The mechanism of interaction has not been established. In an open-label, randomized sequence, 4-period, crossover study of 16 healthy adult subjects, a single 300 mg dose of lamivudine oral solution was administered alone or in combination with a single 3.2 g, 10.2 g, or 13.4 g dose of sorbitol oral solution. Coadministration of lamivudine with sorbitol resulted in dose-dependent decreases in lamivudine AUC (14%, 32%, and 36%) and Cmax (28%, 52%, and 55%).

MANAGEMENT: When possible, avoid use of lamivudine with products that contain osmotic polyalcohols (e.g., sorbitol) or monosaccharide alcohols (e.g., lactitol, mannitol). If coadministration cannot be avoided, more frequent monitoring of viral load should be considered.

References (4)
  1. (2001) "Product Information. Epivir (lamivudine)." Glaxo Wellcome
  2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
  3. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
  4. Adkison K, Wolstenholme A, Lou Y, et al. (2017) "Effect of Sorbitol on the Pharmacokinetic Profile of Lamivudine Oral Solution in Adults: An Open-label, Randomized Study." Clin Pharmacol Ther

Drug and food interactions

No alcohol/food interactions were found. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.

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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