Drug Interactions between voriconazole and Zurzuvae
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- voriconazole
- Zurzuvae (zuranolone)
Interactions between your drugs
voriconazole zuranolone
Applies to: voriconazole and Zurzuvae (zuranolone)
ADJUST DOSE: Concomitant use with potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitors may increase the systemic concentrations and effects of zuranolone. The proposed mechanism is inhibition of the CYP450 3A4-mediated metabolism of zuranolone, which is primarily metabolized by this isoenzyme. Drug interaction studies have shown that coadministration with the potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitor itraconazole increased the systemic exposure (AUC) and peak plasma concentration (Cmax) by approximately 60% and 25%, respectively. Increased exposure to zuranolone may increase the risk of CNS-related adverse effects such as somnolence, confusion, dizziness and gait disturbances.
MANAGEMENT: If concomitant use with a potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitor is required, the manufacturer recommends that the dosage of zuranolone be reduced to 30 mg once daily for 14 days. No dosage adjustment is advised when used in combination with moderate CYP450 3A4 inhibitors.
References (1)
- (2023) "Product Information. Zurzuvae (zuranolone)." Biogen Inc.
Drug and food interactions
voriconazole food
Applies to: voriconazole
ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Food reduces the oral absorption and bioavailability of voriconazole. According to the product labeling, administration of multiple doses of voriconazole with high-fat meals decreased the mean peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and area under the concentration-time curve (AUC) by 34% and 24%, respectively, when the drug is administered as a tablet, and by 58% and 37%, respectively, when administered as the oral suspension.
MANAGEMENT: To ensure maximal oral absorption, voriconazole tablets and oral suspension should be taken at least one hour before or after a meal.
References (2)
- (2002) "Product Information. VFEND (voriconazole)." Pfizer U.S. Pharmaceuticals
- Wohlt PD, Zheng L, Gunderson S, Balzar SA, Johnson BD, Fish JT (2009) "Recommendations for the use of medications with continuous enteral nutrition." Am J Health Syst Pharm, 66, p. 1438-67
zuranolone food
Applies to: Zurzuvae (zuranolone)
ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Food enhances the oral bioavailability of zuranolone. When administered with a low-fat meal (e.g., 400 to 500 calories, 25% fat), zuranolone peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) increased by 3.5- and 1.8-fold, respectively, compared to administration under fasted conditions. Zuranolone was administered with food in the premarketing study population. The efficacy of zuranolone when administered in the fasted state is unknown.
GENERALLY AVOID: Concomitant use of zuranolone with central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may potentiate adverse effects such as somnolence, confusion, dizziness, and gait disturbance.
MANAGEMENT: Zuranolone must be administered with fat-containing food (e.g., 400 to 1,000 calories, 25% to 50% fat) according to the manufacturer. Patients should also be advised to avoid or limit consumption of alcohol and to avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until at least 12 hours after administration of zuranolone.
References (1)
- (2023) "Product Information. Zurzuvae (zuranolone)." Biogen Inc.
Therapeutic duplication warnings
No warnings were found for your selected drugs.
Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum.
See also
Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
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. | |
No interaction information available. |
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