Drug Interaction Report

MONITOR: Coadministration with berotralstat may increase the plasma concentrations and effects of drugs that are substrates of the efflux transporter P-glycoprotein (P-gp). The mechanism is decreased clearance due to inhibition of P-gp activity by berotralstat. The administration of a 300 mg dose of berotralstat (twice the recommended daily dose) increased the peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) of the sensitive P-gp substrate digoxin, by approximately 1.6-fold and 1.5-fold, respectively. Clinical data are not available.

MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised when berotralstat is coadministered with drugs that are substrates of P-gp, particularly those with a narrow therapeutic index. This interaction has only been reported at twice the recommended daily dose of berotralstat. Clinical and laboratory monitoring should be considered following the initiation or discontinuation of berotralstat, and the individual dosage of the concomitant agents adjusted as needed.

Coadministration with a high-fat meal may decrease the rate and extent of alvimopan absorption. According to the product labeling, alvimopan peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) were decreased by approximately 38% and 21%, respectively, and the time to reach peak plasma concentration (Tmax) was prolonged by approximately 1 hour when taken with a high-fat meal. The clinical significance is unknown. In postoperative ileus clinical trials, the preoperative dose of alvimopan was administered in a fasting state, and subsequent doses were given without regard to meals.