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Drug Interactions between rifampin and Stribild

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Major

rifAMPin tenofovir

Applies to: rifampin and Stribild (cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir)

GENERALLY AVOID: Coadministration with inducers of P-glycoprotein (P-gp) may decrease the oral bioavailability and plasma concentrations of tenofovir alafenamide (TAF), which is a substrate of the efflux transporter. In 26 healthy study subjects, administration of TAF (25 mg once daily) with the P-gp inducer carbamazepine (300 mg twice daily) decreased TAF plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) by an average of 57% and 55%, respectively, compared to TAF administered alone. It is not known if, and to what extent, tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF), another prodrug of tenofovir, may interact with P-gp inducers. The interaction has not been studied with TDF, and no information is found in the labeling of various products containing TDF, although it has been reported to be a P-gp substrate also.

MANAGEMENT: Given the risk of reduced viral susceptibility and resistance development associated with subtherapeutic antiviral drug levels, concomitant use of tenofovir alafenamide fumarate with P-gp inducers is not recommended. Whether this also applies to tenofovir disoproxil fumarate has not been established.

References

  1. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
  2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
  3. (2016) "Product Information. Descovy (emtricitabine-tenofovir)." Gilead Sciences
  4. (2017) "Product Information. Vemlidy (tenofovir)." Gilead Sciences
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Major

rifAMPin cobicistat

Applies to: rifampin and Stribild (cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir)

CONTRAINDICATED: Coadministration with potent inducers of CYP450 3A4 may significantly decrease the plasma concentrations of cobicistat, which is primarily metabolized by the isoenzyme. In a study of 12 healthy volunteers, coadministration of the potent CYP450 3A4 inducer carbamazepine (200 mg twice daily) with cobicistat-elvitegravir (150 mg-150 mg once a day) reduced the cobicistat systemic exposure (AUC) and peak plasma concentration (Cmax) by 84% and 72%, respectively, and the elvitegravir AUC and Cmax by 69% and 45%, respectively. In addition, the AUC and Cmax of carbamazepine increased by 43% and 40%, respectively, due to inhibition of the CYP450 3A4-mediated metabolism by cobicistat.

MANAGEMENT: Given the risk of reduced viral susceptibility and resistance development associated with subtherapeutic drug levels, concomitant use of antiretroviral regimens containing cobicistat with potent CYP450 3A4 inducers is considered contraindicated.

References

  1. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
  2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
  3. (2012) "Product Information. Stribild (cobicistat/elvitegravir/emtricitabine/tenofov)." Gilead Sciences
  4. (2014) "Product Information. Vitekta (elvitegravir)." Gilead Sciences
  5. (2014) "Product Information. Tybost (cobicistat)." Gilead Sciences
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Major

rifAMPin elvitegravir

Applies to: rifampin and Stribild (cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir)

GENERALLY AVOID: Coadministration with potent inducers of CYP450 3A4 may significantly decrease the plasma concentrations of elvitegravir, which is primarily metabolized by the isoenzyme. In a study of 12 healthy volunteers, coadministration of the potent CYP450 3A4 inducer carbamazepine (200 mg twice daily) with cobicistat-elvitegravir (150 mg-150 mg once a day) reduced the cobicistat systemic exposure (AUC) and peak plasma concentration (Cmax) by 84% and 72%, respectively, and the elvitegravir AUC and Cmax by 69% and 45%, respectively.

MANAGEMENT: Given the risk of reduced viral susceptibility and resistance development associated with subtherapeutic drug levels, concomitant use of elvitegravir with potent CYP450 3A4 inducers is generally not recommended. In addition, other antiretroviral agents that are typically combined with elvitegravir may be contraindicated for use with potent CYP450 3A4 inducers. Please refer to the manufacturer's labeling for the specific elvitegravir-containing product for more information.

References

  1. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
  2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
  3. (2012) "Product Information. Stribild (cobicistat/elvitegravir/emtricitabine/tenofov)." Gilead Sciences
  4. (2014) "Product Information. Vitekta (elvitegravir)." Gilead Sciences
  5. (2014) "Product Information. Tybost (cobicistat)." Gilead Sciences
  6. (2015) "Product Information. Genvoya (cobicistat/elvitegravir/emtricitabine/tenofov)." Gilead Sciences
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Moderate

rifAMPin emtricitabine

Applies to: rifampin and Stribild (cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir)

MONITOR: Coadministration of rifampin with agents known to induce hepatotoxicity may potentiate the risk of liver injury. There are various possible mechanisms related to rifampin-associated hepatotoxicity described in product labeling and medical literature, however no consensus has been made. These include increased mitochondrial oxidative stress, apoptotic liver cell injury (in rodent studies), the development of cholestasis, hepatic lipid accumulation, and elevated toxic metabolites caused by rifampin-mediated induction of cytochrome P450 enzymes. Cases of drug-induced liver injury (including fatal cases) have been reported within the first few days to months following rifampin treatment initiation. Additional data suggests that 1-2% of patients receiving rifampin monotherapy for tuberculosis prophylaxis experience hepatotoxicity. The severity of hepatotoxicity from rifampin ranges from asymptomatic elevations in liver enzymes, jaundice and/or hyperbilirubinemia, and symptomatic self-limiting hepatitis to fulminant liver failure and death. In most cases, liver function recovers upon on discontinuation of rifampin treatment, however, progression to acute liver failure requiring liver transplantation is possible. Known risk factors that may predispose the patient to rifampin related hepatotoxicity include: coadministration with other hepatotoxic agents, alcoholism, existing liver disease, malnutrition, extensive liver tuberculosis, liver adenocarcinoma and biliary tract neoplasm. Clinical data have been reported with concurrent use of rifampin with other antituberculosis agents (e.g. isoniazid, pyrazinamide), acetaminophen, antiretroviral agents (e.g., saquinavir/ritonavir) and halothane. Data with other hepatotoxic agents are limited.

MANAGEMENT: Caution and close clinical monitoring should be considered if rifampin is coadministered with other hepatotoxic medications. In addition, the manufacturer recommends patients with impaired liver function only be given rifampin in cases of necessity and then under strict medical supervision. Some authorities consider rifampin treatment in patients with existing liver injury contraindicated (Canada). In cases where coadministration of rifampin with hepatotoxic agents is required, careful monitoring of liver function, especially ALT and AST, should be done prior to therapy and then every 2 to 4 weeks during therapy. If hepatic damage is suspected, rifampin should be immediately discontinued. Furthermore, if hepatitis is attributed to rifampin in patients with tuberculosis, alternative agents should be considered. Patients should be instructed to contact their physician immediately if they experience symptoms such as itching, weakness, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, yellowing of the eyes or skin or dark urine.

References

  1. Tostmann A, Boeree MJ, Aarnoutse RE, De Lange WCM, Van Der Ven AJAM, Dekhuijzen R (2024) Antituberculosis drug-induced hepatotoxicity: concise up-to-date review https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/j.1440-1746.2007.05207.x
  2. (2022) "Product Information. Rifampin (rifAMPin)." Akorn Inc
  3. (2022) "Product Information. Rifampicin (rifampicin)." Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc
  4. (2023) "Product Information. Rifadin (rifampicin)." Sanofi
  5. (2024) "Product Information. Rifadin (rifaMPICin)." Sanofi-Aventis Australia Pty Ltd
  6. Zhuang X, Li L, liu t, zhang r, Yang P, Wang X, et al. (2024) Mechanisms of isoniazid and rifampicin-induced liver injury and the effects of natural medicinal ingredients: A review https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/pharmacology/articles/10.3389/fphar.2022.1037814/full
  7. (2019) "Product Information. Rofact (rifampin)." Bausch Health, Canada Inc.
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Moderate

tenofovir cobicistat

Applies to: Stribild (cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir) and Stribild (cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir)

MONITOR: Concomitant use of tenofovir with cobicistat may increase the risk for tenofovir-related renal adverse effects, including renal impairment, renal failure, elevated creatinine, and Fanconi syndrome. The mechanism of this interaction has not been described. Cobicistat may decrease estimated creatinine clearance via inhibition of tubular secretion of creatinine; however, renal glomerular function does not appear to be affected. When given concomitantly with cobicistat, the systemic exposure (AUC) and trough plasma concentrations (Cmin) of tenofovir was also increased by 23% and 55%, respectively. However, data are lacking to determine whether concomitant use of tenofovir with cobicistat-containing regimens is associated with a greater risk of renal complications compared with regimens that do not include cobicistat.

MANAGEMENT: Initiation of cobicistat or cobicistat-containing regimens is not recommended in patients with CrCl less than 70 mL/min if any coadministered medicine requires dose adjustment based on renal function (including tenofovir), or is nephrotoxic. If concomitant therapy is necessary, monitoring of renal function is recommended, particularly in patients with risk factors for renal impairment.

References

  1. (2001) "Product Information. Viread (tenofovir)." Gilead Sciences
  2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
  3. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
  4. (2014) "Product Information. Tybost (cobicistat)." Gilead Sciences
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Moderate

emtricitabine cobicistat

Applies to: Stribild (cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir) and Stribild (cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir)

GENERALLY AVOID: Cobicistat may increase the plasma concentrations of antiretroviral agents. The plasma concentrations of cobicistat may also be increased or reduced in the presence of antiretroviral agents. The proposed mechanism is cobicistat inhibition of the CYP450 3A4 isoenzyme, of which antiretroviral agents may be substrates, and the inhibition or induction of CYP450 3A4 by concomitant antiretroviral medications. Cobicistat is a mechanism-based inhibitor and substrate of CYP450 3A4 with no antiretroviral activity of its own. Rather, it is indicated in its capacity as a pharmacokinetic booster of CYP450 3A4 to increase the systemic exposure of some antiretroviral medications such as atazanavir, darunavir, and elvitegravir, which are substrates of this isoenzyme. Concomitant use of other antiretroviral agents with cobicistat may also increase the plasma levels and risk of side effects associated with these medicines. In contrast, concomitant use of cobicistat-boosted atazanavir or darunavir with CYP450 3A4 inducers nevirapine, etravirine, or efavirenz may reduce the plasma concentrations of cobicistat, darunavir, and atazanavir, leading to a potential loss of therapeutic effect and development of resistance to darunavir and atazanavir. Pharmacokinetic data are not available.

MANAGEMENT: Cobicistat is not intended for use with more than one antiretroviral medication that requires pharmacokinetic enhancement, such as two protease inhibitors or elvitegravir in combination with a protease inhibitor. In addition, cobicistat should not be used concomitantly with ritonavir due to their similar effects on CYP450 3A4. According to some authorities, use of the antiretroviral combinations of atazanavir-cobicistat or darunavir-cobicistat concomitantly with the CYP450 3A4 inducers efavirenz, etravirine, or nevirapine is also not recommended. Other authorities consider the administration of atazanavir-cobicistat with efavirenz or nevirapine to be contraindicated. Since dosing recommendations have only been established for a number of antiretroviral medications, product labeling and current antiretroviral treatment guidelines should be consulted.

References

  1. (2001) "Product Information. Viramune (nevirapine)." Boehringer-Ingelheim
  2. (2001) "Product Information. Sustiva (efavirenz)." DuPont Pharmaceuticals
  3. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
  4. (2006) "Product Information. Prezista (darunavir)." Ortho Biotech Inc
  5. (2008) "Product Information. Intelence (etravirine)." Ortho Biotech Inc
  6. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
  7. (2012) "Product Information. Stribild (cobicistat/elvitegravir/emtricitabine/tenofov)." Gilead Sciences
  8. (2014) "Product Information. Tybost (cobicistat)." Gilead Sciences
  9. (2014) "Product Information. Prezcobix (cobicistat-darunavir)." Janssen Pharmaceuticals
  10. (2015) "Product Information. Evotaz (atazanavir-cobicistat)." Bristol-Myers Squibb
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Drug and food interactions

Moderate

rifAMPin food

Applies to: rifampin

GENERALLY AVOID: Concurrent use of rifampin in patients who ingest alcohol daily may result in an increased incidence of hepatotoxicity. The increase in hepatotoxicity may be due to an additive risk as both alcohol and rifampin are individually associated with this adverse reaction. However, the exact mechanism has not been established.

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Administration with food may reduce oral rifampin absorption, increasing the risk of therapeutic failure or resistance. In a randomized, four-period crossover phase I study of 14 healthy male and female volunteers, the pharmacokinetics of single dose rifampin 600 mg were evaluated under fasting conditions and with a high-fat meal. Researchers observed that administration of rifampin with a high-fat meal reduced rifampin peak plasma concentration (Cmax) by 36%, nearly doubled the time to reach peak plasma concentration (Tmax) but reduced overall exposure (AUC) by only 6%.

MANAGEMENT: The manufacturer of oral forms of rifampin recommends administration on an empty stomach, 30 minutes before or 2 hours after meals. Patients should be encouraged to avoid alcohol or strictly limit their intake. Patients who use alcohol and rifampin concurrently or have a history of alcohol use disorder may require additional monitoring of their liver function during treatment with rifampin.

References

  1. (2022) "Product Information. Rifampin (rifAMPin)." Akorn Inc
  2. (2022) "Product Information. Rifampicin (rifampicin)." Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc
  3. (2023) "Product Information. Rifadin (rifampicin)." Sanofi
  4. (2024) "Product Information. Rifadin (rifaMPICin)." Sanofi-Aventis Australia Pty Ltd
  5. Peloquin CA, Namdar R, Singleton MD, Nix DE (2024) Pharmacokinetics of rifampin under fasting conditions, with food, and with antacids https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9925057/
  6. (2019) "Product Information. Rofact (rifampin)." Bausch Health, Canada Inc.
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Moderate

elvitegravir food

Applies to: Stribild (cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir)

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Food enhances the oral bioavailabilities of both elvitegravir and tenofovir. When a single dose of cobicistat/elvitegravir/emtricitabine/tenofovir (trade name Stribild) was given with a light meal (approximately 373 kcal; 20% fat), mean elvitegravir and tenofovir systemic exposures (AUCs) increased by 34% and 24%, respectively, relative to fasting conditions. When administered with a high-fat meal (approximately 800 kcal; 50% fat), the mean AUC of elvitegravir and tenofovir increased by 87% and 23%, respectively, relative to fasting conditions. The alterations in mean AUCs of cobicistat and emtricitabine were not clinically significant with either the light or high-fat meal.

MANAGEMENT: Cobicistat/elvitegravir/emtricitabine/tenofovir as a fixed-dose preparation should be administered once daily with food. Elvitegravir as a single-ingredient preparation should also be administered once daily with food.

References

  1. (2012) "Product Information. Stribild (cobicistat/elvitegravir/emtricitabine/tenofov)." Gilead Sciences
  2. (2014) "Product Information. Vitekta (elvitegravir)." Gilead Sciences

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Minor

tenofovir food

Applies to: Stribild (cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir)

Food enhances the oral absorption and bioavailability of tenofovir, the active entity of tenofovir disoproxil fumarate. According to the product labeling, administration of the drug following a high-fat meal increased the mean peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and area under the concentration-time curve (AUC) of tenofovir by approximately 14% and 40%, respectively, compared to administration in the fasting state. However, administration with a light meal did not significantly affect the pharmacokinetics of tenofovir compared to administration in the fasting state. Food delays the time to reach tenofovir Cmax by approximately 1 hour. Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate may be administered without regard to meals.

References

  1. (2001) "Product Information. Viread (tenofovir)." Gilead Sciences

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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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