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Drug Interactions between MKO Melt Dose Pack and osilodrostat

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Major

ketamine midazolam

Applies to: MKO Melt Dose Pack (ketamine / midazolam / ondansetron) and MKO Melt Dose Pack (ketamine / midazolam / ondansetron)

MONITOR CLOSELY: Coadministration of ketamine with other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. In addition, opioid analgesics, barbiturates, and benzodiazepines may prolong the time to complete recovery from anesthesia.

MANAGEMENT: During concomitant use of ketamine with other CNS depressants, including alcohol, close monitoring of neurologic status and respiratory parameters, including respiratory rate and pulse oximetry, is recommended. Dosage adjustments should be considered according to the patient's clinical situation. Ambulatory patients should be counseled to avoid hazardous activities requiring mental alertness and motor coordination until they know how these agents affect them, and to notify their physician if they experience excessive or prolonged CNS effects that interfere with their normal activities.

References (3)
  1. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
  2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
  3. (2009) "Product Information. Ketalar (ketamine)." JHP Pharmaceuticals
Moderate

ketamine osilodrostat

Applies to: MKO Melt Dose Pack (ketamine / midazolam / ondansetron) and osilodrostat

MONITOR: Coadministration with osilodrostat may increase the plasma concentrations of drugs that are metabolized by CYP450 1A2, 2C19, 2D6, and/or 3A4. Osilodrostat has been shown to be a moderate inhibitor of CYP450 1A2, a mild to borderline moderate inhibitor of CYP450 2C19, and a weak inhibitor of CYP450 2D6 and 3A4. In a pharmacokinetic study with 20 healthy volunteers using a single 50 mg dose of osilodrostat and a probe drug cocktail, osilodrostat increased the exposures to caffeine (CYP450 1A2 substrate), omeprazole (CYP450 2C19 substrate), dextromethorphan (CYP450 2D6 substrate), and midazolam (CYP450 3A4/5 substrate) by 2.5-, 1.9-, 1.5- and 1.5-fold, respectively.

MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised when osilodrostat is used concurrently with drugs that are substrates of CYP450 1A2, 2C19, 2D6 and/or 3A4, particularly those with a narrow therapeutic range. Dosage adjustments as well as clinical and laboratory monitoring may be appropriate for some drugs whenever osilodrostat is added to or withdrawn from therapy.

References (3)
  1. (2024) "Product Information. Isturisa (osilodrostat)." Recordati Rare Diseases Australia Pty Ltd, 4.0
  2. (2025) "Product Information. Isturisa (osilodrostat)." Recordati Rare Diseases UK Ltd
  3. (2025) "Product Information. Isturisa (osilodrostat)." Recordati Rare Diseases Inc
Moderate

midazolam osilodrostat

Applies to: MKO Melt Dose Pack (ketamine / midazolam / ondansetron) and osilodrostat

MONITOR: Coadministration with osilodrostat may increase the plasma concentrations of drugs that are metabolized by CYP450 1A2, 2C19, 2D6, and/or 3A4. Osilodrostat has been shown to be a moderate inhibitor of CYP450 1A2, a mild to borderline moderate inhibitor of CYP450 2C19, and a weak inhibitor of CYP450 2D6 and 3A4. In a pharmacokinetic study with 20 healthy volunteers using a single 50 mg dose of osilodrostat and a probe drug cocktail, osilodrostat increased the exposures to caffeine (CYP450 1A2 substrate), omeprazole (CYP450 2C19 substrate), dextromethorphan (CYP450 2D6 substrate), and midazolam (CYP450 3A4/5 substrate) by 2.5-, 1.9-, 1.5- and 1.5-fold, respectively.

MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised when osilodrostat is used concurrently with drugs that are substrates of CYP450 1A2, 2C19, 2D6 and/or 3A4, particularly those with a narrow therapeutic range. Dosage adjustments as well as clinical and laboratory monitoring may be appropriate for some drugs whenever osilodrostat is added to or withdrawn from therapy.

References (3)
  1. (2024) "Product Information. Isturisa (osilodrostat)." Recordati Rare Diseases Australia Pty Ltd, 4.0
  2. (2025) "Product Information. Isturisa (osilodrostat)." Recordati Rare Diseases UK Ltd
  3. (2025) "Product Information. Isturisa (osilodrostat)." Recordati Rare Diseases Inc
Moderate

ondansetron osilodrostat

Applies to: MKO Melt Dose Pack (ketamine / midazolam / ondansetron) and osilodrostat

MONITOR: Osilodrostat can cause dose-related prolongation of the QT interval. Theoretically, coadministration with other agents that can prolong the QT interval may result in additive effects and increased risk of ventricular arrhythmias including torsade de pointes and sudden death. In a thorough QT study with 86 male and female healthy volunteers, maximum mean placebo-corrected QTcF (Fridericia corrected QT interval) increased 1.73 msec following a 10 mg dose and 25.38 msec following a 150 mg dose (up to 2.5 times the maximum recommended dosage). The predicted mean placebo-corrected QTcF change from baseline at the highest recommended dosage in clinical practice (30 mg twice daily) was estimated to be 5.3 msec, based on an interpolation of the data from the thorough QT study and population pharmacokinetic analysis. Adverse reactions of QT prolongation and clinically relevant ECG findings have also been reported in clinical studies. In general, the risk of an individual agent or a combination of agents causing ventricular arrhythmia in association with QT prolongation is largely unpredictable but may be increased by certain underlying risk factors such as congenital long QT syndrome, cardiac disease, and electrolyte disturbances (e.g., hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia). In addition, the extent of drug-induced QT prolongation is dependent on the particular drug(s) involved and dosage(s) of the drug(s).

MANAGEMENT: Caution is recommended if osilodrostat is used in combination with other drugs that can prolong the QT interval. An electrocardiogram (ECG) and serum electrolyte levels should be obtained prior to initiating osilodrostat therapy, with ECG repeated within one week after starting treatment and periodically thereafter. Correct hypokalemia and/or hypomagnesemia before starting treatment and as indicated during treatment, as they may be risk factors for ventricular arrhythmias. If QTc interval exceeds 480 msec at any point, temporary dose reduction, interruption, or discontinuation of osilodrostat may be necessary. Some authorities suggest that a washout period be considered when switching from other treatments of Cushing's syndrome that are also known to affect the QT interval such as ketoconazole or pasireotide. Patients should be advised to seek prompt medical attention if they experience symptoms that could indicate the occurrence of torsade de pointes such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, palpitation, irregular heart rhythm, shortness of breath, or syncope

References (3)
  1. (2024) "Product Information. Isturisa (osilodrostat)." Recordati Rare Diseases Australia Pty Ltd, 4.0
  2. (2025) "Product Information. Isturisa (osilodrostat)." Recordati Rare Diseases UK Ltd
  3. (2025) "Product Information. Isturisa (osilodrostat)." Recordati Rare Diseases Inc

Drug and food interactions

Major

ketamine food

Applies to: MKO Melt Dose Pack (ketamine / midazolam / ondansetron)

MONITOR CLOSELY: Coadministration of ketamine with other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. In addition, opioid analgesics, barbiturates, and benzodiazepines may prolong the time to complete recovery from anesthesia.

MANAGEMENT: During concomitant use of ketamine with other CNS depressants, including alcohol, close monitoring of neurologic status and respiratory parameters, including respiratory rate and pulse oximetry, is recommended. Dosage adjustments should be considered according to the patient's clinical situation. Ambulatory patients should be counseled to avoid hazardous activities requiring mental alertness and motor coordination until they know how these agents affect them, and to notify their physician if they experience excessive or prolonged CNS effects that interfere with their normal activities.

References (3)
  1. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
  2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
  3. (2009) "Product Information. Ketalar (ketamine)." JHP Pharmaceuticals
Moderate

ketamine food

Applies to: MKO Melt Dose Pack (ketamine / midazolam / ondansetron)

GENERALLY AVOID: Alcohol may potentiate some of the pharmacologic effects of ketamine. Use in combination may result in additive central nervous system (CNS) depression and/or impairment of judgment, thinking, and psychomotor skills.

GENERALLY AVOID: Coadministration of oral ketamine with grapefruit juice may significantly increase the plasma concentrations of S(+) ketamine, the dextrorotatory enantiomer of ketamine. The proposed mechanism is inhibition of CYP450 3A4-mediated first-pass metabolism in the gut wall by certain compounds present in grapefruit. Inhibition of hepatic CYP450 3A4 may also contribute. When a single 0.2 mg/kg dose of S(+) ketamine was administered orally on study day 5 with grapefruit juice (200 mL three times daily for 5 days) in 12 healthy volunteers, mean S(+) ketamine peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) increased by 2.1- and 3.0-fold, respectively, compared to administration with water. In addition, the elimination half-life of S(+) ketamine increased by 24% with grapefruit juice, and the ratio of the main metabolite norketamine to ketamine was decreased by 57%. The pharmacodynamics of ketamine were also altered by grapefruit juice. Specifically, self-rated relaxation was decreased and performance in the digit symbol substitution test was increased with grapefruit juice, but other behavioral or analgesic effects were not affected.

MANAGEMENT: Patients receiving ketamine should not drink alcohol. Caution is advised when ketamine is used in patients with acute alcohol intoxication or a history of chronic alcoholism. Following anesthesia with ketamine, patients should be counseled to avoid hazardous activities requiring complete mental alertness and motor coordination, such as driving or operating hazardous machinery, for at least 24 hours and until they know how the medication affects them. Patients treated with oral ketamine should also avoid consumption of grapefruit and grapefruit juice during treatment. Otherwise, dosage reductions of oral ketamine should be considered.

References (4)
  1. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
  2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
  3. (2009) "Product Information. Ketalar (ketamine)." JHP Pharmaceuticals
  4. Peltoniemi MA, Saari TI, Hagelberg NM, Laine K, Neuvonen PJ, Olkkola KT (2012) "S-ketamine concentrations are greatly increased by grapefruit juice." Eur J Clin Pharmacol, 68, p. 979-86
Moderate

midazolam food

Applies to: MKO Melt Dose Pack (ketamine / midazolam / ondansetron)

GENERALLY AVOID: The pharmacologic activity of oral midazolam, triazolam, and alprazolam may be increased if taken after drinking grapefruit juice. The proposed mechanism is CYP450 3A4 enzyme inhibition. In addition, acute alcohol ingestion may potentiate CNS depression and other CNS effects of many benzodiazepines. Tolerance may develop with chronic ethanol use. The mechanism may be decreased clearance of the benzodiazepines because of CYP450 hepatic enzyme inhibition. Also, it has been suggested that the cognitive deficits induced by benzodiazepines may be increased in patients who chronically consume large amounts of alcohol.

MANAGEMENT: The manufacturer recommends that grapefruit juice should not be taken with oral midazolam. Patients taking triazolam or alprazolam should be monitored for excessive sedation. Alternatively, the patient could consume orange juice which does not interact with these drugs. Patients should be advised to avoid alcohol during benzodiazepine therapy.

References (7)
  1. (2002) "Product Information. Xanax (alprazolam)." Pharmacia and Upjohn
  2. (2002) "Product Information. Valium (diazepam)." Roche Laboratories
  3. (2001) "Product Information. Halcion (triazolam)." Pharmacia and Upjohn
  4. (1995) "Grapefruit juice interactions with drugs." Med Lett Drugs Ther, 37, p. 73-4
  5. Kupferschmidt HHT, Ha HR, Ziegler WH, Meier PJ, Krahenbuhl S (1995) "Interaction between grapefruit juice and midazolam in humans." Clin Pharmacol Ther, 58, p. 20-8
  6. Hukkinen SK, Varhe A, Olkkola KT, Neuvonen PJ (1995) "Plasma concentrations of triazolam are increased by concomitant ingestion of grapefruit juice." Clin Pharmacol Ther, 58, p. 127-31
  7. Bailey DG, Dresser GR, Kreeft JH, Munoz C, Freeman DJ, Bend JR (2000) "Grapefruit-felodipine interaction: Effect of unprocessed fruit and probable active ingredients." Clin Pharmacol Ther, 68, p. 468-77

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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.
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