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Drug Interactions between sofosbuvir and tipranavir

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tipranavir sofosbuvir

Applies to: tipranavir and sofosbuvir

GENERALLY AVOID: Coadministration with inducers of P-glycoprotein (P-gp) may significantly decrease the plasma concentrations of sofosbuvir and other direct-acting antiviral agents that may be given with sofosbuvir in fixed-dose combination products such as ledipasvir and velpatasvir. Induction of P-gp-mediated efflux in the intestine decreases the oral bioavailability of these antiviral agents, which are substrates of the transporter. The interaction has been studied with rifampin, a potent inducer of P-gp and CYP450 isoenzymes. In 17 healthy volunteers, administration of a single 400 mg dose of sofosbuvir during multiple dosing of rifampin 600 mg once daily reduced mean sofosbuvir peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) by 77% and 72%, respectively. Likewise, administration of a single 90 mg dose of ledipasvir to 31 healthy volunteers during multiple dosing of rifampin 600 mg once daily decreased mean ledipasvir Cmax and AUC by 35% and 59%, respectively. When a single 100 mg dose of velpatasvir was given with rifampin 600 mg once daily to 12 healthy volunteers, velpatasvir Cmax decreased by 71% and AUC decreased by 82%.

MANAGEMENT: Given the risk of reduced viral susceptibility and resistance development associated with subtherapeutic antiviral drug levels, concomitant use of P-gp inducers should generally be avoided during treatment with sofosbuvir, given either as a single-ingredient product or as a fixed-dose combination product with ledipasvir or velpatasvir.

References

  1. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
  2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
  3. (2013) "Product Information. Sovaldi (sofosbuvir)." Gilead Sciences
  4. (2014) "Product Information. Harvoni (ledipasvir-sofosbuvir)." Gilead Sciences
  5. (2016) "Product Information. Epclusa (sofosbuvir-velpatasvir)." Gilead Sciences
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Drug and food interactions

Moderate

tipranavir food

Applies to: tipranavir

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Food does not appear to substantially alter the pharmacokinetics of tipranavir. When tipranavir capsules or oral solution was coadministered with ritonavir capsules at steady-state, no clinically significant changes in tipranavir peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) were observed under fed conditions (500 to 682 kcal, 23% to 25% calories from fat) relative to fasted conditions. The effect of food on tipranavir exposure during coadministration with ritonavir tablets has not been evaluated. High-fat foods may enhance the gastrointestinal absorption of tipranavir. In a multiple-dose study, administration of tipranavir capsules with a high-fat meal (868 kcal, 53% from fat, 31% from carbohydrates) increased the oral bioavailability of tipranavir by 31% compared to administration with toast and skimmed milk, but did not significantly affect tipranavir Cmax. Thus, tipranavir may be safely taken with standard or high-fat meals.

MANAGEMENT: Tipranavir coadministered with low-dose ritonavir should be taken with food to improve the gastrointestinal tolerability of ritonavir. According to the product labeling, tipranavir coadministered with ritonavir capsules or solution can be taken with or without meals, whereas tipranavir coadministered with ritonavir tablets must be taken with meals.

References

  1. (2005) "Product Information. Aptivus (tipranavir)." Boehringer-Ingelheim
  2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
  3. Canadian Pharmacists Association (2006) e-CPS. http://www.pharmacists.ca/function/Subscriptions/ecps.cfm?link=eCPS_quikLink
  4. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
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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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