Drug Interaction Report

Omaveloxolone may reduce the blood levels of aliskiren, which may make the medication less effective in some cases. Contact your doctor if your symptoms worsen or your condition changes. You may need more frequent monitoring or a dose adjustment to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Food can affect the absorption of aliskiren from the intestine. Therefore, you should take aliskiren at the same time each day exactly as prescribed by your doctor. You may take aliskiren with or without food, but take it the same way every time. This will help keep blood levels and effects of the medication steady. You should avoid drinking orange, apple, or grapefruit juice as much as possible during treatment with aliskiren. Studies have shown that drinking these juices regularly or within a short period before or after a dose of aliskiren can interfere with the absorption of the medication.

Omaveloxolone should be taken on an empty stomach, at least one hour before eating. Do not consume grapefruit, grapefruit juice, or any supplements that contain grapefruit extract during treatment with omaveloxolone unless directed otherwise by your doctor. Grapefruit juice may increase the blood levels of omaveloxolone. This may increase the risk of side effects such as changes in the amount of cholesterol in the blood and changes in liver and heart function tests. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.