Adalimumab interactions
Adalimumab (Humira), an immunosuppressant has 77 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 45 major, 21 moderate, 10 minor, and 1 where a label reports no significant interaction. Each entry below quotes the sentence behind it. This drug page is a starting point, not a verdict for your situation.
Major interactions (45)
The concomitant use of a TNF blocker and abatacept or anakinra was associated with a higher risk of serious infections in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA); therefore, the concomitant use of Adalimumab-fkjp and these biologic products is not recommended in the treatment of patients with RA [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7 , 5.11) and Drug Interactions… (Adalimumab label, Warnings and precautions)
Almost all these patients had received treatment with azathioprine or 6-mercaptopurine (6–MP) concomitantly with a TNF blocker at or prior to diagnosis. (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
About 13 percent of the cases of neutropenia have ended fatally, but almost all fatalities were in patients with serious illness, having collagen vascular disease, renal failure, heart failure or immunosuppressant therapy, or a combination of these complicating factors. (Captopril label, Warnings)
Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
It is uncertain whether the occurrence of HSTCL is related to use of a TNF blocker or a TNF blocker in combination with these other immunosuppressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
It is uncertain whether the occurrence of HSTCL is related to use of a TNF blocker or a TNF blocker in combination with these other immunosuppressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
It is uncertain whether the occurrence of HSTCL is related to use of a TNF blocker or a TNF blocker in combination with these other immunosuppressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
It is uncertain whether the occurrence of HSTCL is related to use of a TNF blocker or a TNF blocker in combination with these other immunosuppressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
It is uncertain whether the occurrence of HSTCL is related to use of a TNF blocker or a TNF blocker in combination with these other immunosuppressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
It is uncertain whether the occurrence of HSTCL is related to use of a TNF blocker or a TNF blocker in combination with these other immunosuppressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
It is uncertain whether the occurrence of HSTCL is related to use of a TNF blocker or a TNF blocker in combination with these other immunosuppressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
Immunosuppressants Everolimus Sirolimus Temsirolimus (IV) Not recommended during and 2 weeks after TOLSURA treatment. (Itraconazole label, Drug interactions)
It is uncertain whether the occurrence of HSTCL is related to use of a TNF blocker or a TNF blocker in combination with these other immunosuppressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
It is uncertain whether the occurrence of HSTCL is related to use of a TNF blocker or a TNF blocker in combination with these other immunosuppressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
It is uncertain whether the occurrence of HSTCL is related to use of a TNF blocker or a TNF blocker in combination with these other immunosuppressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
It is uncertain whether the occurrence of HSTCL is related to use of a TNF blocker or a TNF blocker in combination with these other immunosuppressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
It is uncertain whether the occurrence of HSTCL is related to use of a TNF blocker or a TNF blocker in combination with these other immunosuppressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
It is uncertain whether the occurrence of HSTCL is related to use of a TNF blocker or a TNF blocker in combination with these other immunosuppressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
It is uncertain whether the occurrence of HSTCL is related to use of a TNF blocker or a TNF blocker in combination with these other immunosuppressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
It is uncertain whether the occurrence of HSTCL is related to use of a TNF blocker or a TNF blocker in combination with these other immunosuppressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
It is uncertain whether the occurrence of HSTCL is related to use of a TNF blocker or a TNF blocker in combination with these other immunosuppressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
It is uncertain whether the occurrence of HSTCL is related to use of a TNF blocker or a TNF blocker in combination with these other immunosuppressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
It is uncertain whether the occurrence of HSTCL is related to use of a TNF blocker or a TNF blocker in combination with these other immunosuppressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
It is uncertain whether the occurrence of HSTCL is related to use of a TNF blocker or a TNF blocker in combination with these other immunosuppressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
It is uncertain whether the occurrence of HSTCL is related to use of a TNF blocker or a TNF blocker in combination with these other immunosuppressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
It is uncertain whether the occurrence of HSTCL is related to use of a TNF blocker or a TNF blocker in combination with these other immunosuppressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Adalimumab label, Boxed warning)
Moderate interactions (21)
Upon initiation or discontinuation of Adalimumab-fkjp in patients being treated with CYP450 substrates with a narrow therapeutic index, monitoring of the effect (e.g., warfarin) or drug concentration (e.g., cyclosporine or theophylline) is recommended and the individual dose of the drug product may be adjusted as needed. (Adalimumab label, Drug interactions)
Immunosuppressants Amlodipine may increase the systemic exposure of cyclosporine or tacrolimus when co-administered. (Amlodipine label, Drug interactions)
Upon initiation or discontinuation of Adalimumab-fkjp in patients being treated with CYP450 substrates with a narrow therapeutic index, monitoring of the effect (e.g., warfarin) or drug concentration (e.g., cyclosporine or theophylline) is recommended and the individual dose of the drug product may be adjusted as needed. (Adalimumab label, Drug interactions)
• Invasive fungal infections: For patients who develop a systemic illness on Adalimumab-fkjp, consider empiric antifungal therapy for those who reside or travel to regions where mycoses are endemic. (Adalimumab label, Warnings and precautions)
- DenosumabModerate
Other risk factors for the development of ONJ include immunosuppressive therapy, treatment with angiogenesis inhibitors, systemic corticosteroids, diabetes, and gingival infections. (Denosumab label, Warnings and precautions)
• Invasive fungal infections: For patients who develop a systemic illness on Adalimumab-fkjp, consider empiric antifungal therapy for those who reside or travel to regions where mycoses are endemic. (Adalimumab label, Warnings and precautions)
Upon initiation or discontinuation of Adalimumab-fkjp in patients being treated with CYP450 substrates with a narrow therapeutic index, monitoring of the effect (e.g., warfarin) or drug concentration (e.g., cyclosporine or theophylline) is recommended and the individual dose of the drug product may be adjusted as needed. (Adalimumab label, Drug interactions)
Immunosuppressants Clinical Impact: Immunosuppressants such as cyclosporine and tacrolimus can produce nephrotoxicity with decreases in creatinine clearance and rises in serum creatinine, and because renal excretion is the primary elimination route of fibrate drugs including fenofibrate, there is a risk that an interaction will lead to deterioration of renal… (Fenofibrate label, Drug interactions)
• Invasive fungal infections: For patients who develop a systemic illness on Adalimumab-fkjp, consider empiric antifungal therapy for those who reside or travel to regions where mycoses are endemic. (Adalimumab label, Warnings and precautions)
• Invasive fungal infections: For patients who develop a systemic illness on Adalimumab-fkjp, consider empiric antifungal therapy for those who reside or travel to regions where mycoses are endemic. (Adalimumab label, Warnings and precautions)
• Invasive fungal infections: For patients who develop a systemic illness on Adalimumab-fkjp, consider empiric antifungal therapy for those who reside or travel to regions where mycoses are endemic. (Adalimumab label, Warnings and precautions)
Upon initiation or discontinuation of Adalimumab-fkjp in patients being treated with CYP450 substrates with a narrow therapeutic index, monitoring of the effect (e.g., warfarin) or drug concentration (e.g., cyclosporine or theophylline) is recommended and the individual dose of the drug product may be adjusted as needed. (Adalimumab label, Drug interactions)
• Invasive fungal infections: For patients who develop a systemic illness on Adalimumab-fkjp, consider empiric antifungal therapy for those who reside or travel to regions where mycoses are endemic. (Adalimumab label, Warnings and precautions)
Glipizide Decrease exposure Immunosuppressive Agents Cyclosporine Decrease exposure Tacrolimus Prevention or Management: Monitoring of whole blood concentrations and appropriate dosage adjustments of tacrolimus are recommended when rifampin and tacrolimus are used concomitantly. (Rifampin label, Drug interactions)
HBV reactivation has also been reported in patients receiving certain immunosuppressant or chemotherapeutic agents; the risk of HBV reactivation associated with treatment with HCV direct-acting antivirals may be increased in these patients. (Sofosbuvir and velpatasvir label, Warnings and precautions)
Upon initiation or discontinuation of Adalimumab-fkjp in patients being treated with CYP450 substrates with a narrow therapeutic index, monitoring of the effect (e.g., warfarin) or drug concentration (e.g., cyclosporine or theophylline) is recommended and the individual dose of the drug product may be adjusted as needed. (Adalimumab label, Drug interactions)
Cyclosporine, tacrolimus: Monitor for toxicities of these immunosuppressive drugs ( 7.1 ) (Tinidazole label, Drug interactions)
In controlled trials of other TNF blockers in adult patients at higher risk for malignancies (i.e., patients with COPD with a significant smoking history and cyclophosphamide-treated patients with Wegener’s granulomatosis), a greater portion of malignancies occurred in the TNF blocker group compared to the control group. (Adalimumab label, Warnings and precautions)
• Invasive fungal infections: For patients who develop a systemic illness on Adalimumab-fkjp, consider empiric antifungal therapy for those who reside or travel to regions where mycoses are endemic. (Adalimumab label, Warnings and precautions)
Upon initiation or discontinuation of Adalimumab-fkjp in patients being treated with CYP450 substrates with a narrow therapeutic index, monitoring of the effect (e.g., warfarin) or drug concentration (e.g., cyclosporine or theophylline) is recommended and the individual dose of the drug product may be adjusted as needed. (Adalimumab label, Drug interactions)
Minor mentions (10)
IMNM is characterized by proximal muscle weakness and elevated serum creatine kinase that persists despite discontinuation of statin treatment; positive anti-HMG CoA reductase antibody; muscle biopsy showing necrotizing myopathy; and improvement with immunosuppressive agents. (Atorvastatin label, Warnings and precautions)
- Ezetimibe and simvastatinstatinMinor
IMNM is characterized by proximal muscle weakness and elevated serum creatine kinase that persist despite discontinuation of statin treatment; positive anti-HMG CoA reductase antibody; muscle biopsy showing necrotizing myopathy without significant inflammation; and improvement with immunosuppressive agents. (Ezetimibe and simvastatin label, Warnings and precautions)
- FluvastatinstatinMinor
IMNM is characterized by proximal muscle weakness and elevated serum CK, which persist despite discontinuation of statin treatment; positive anti-HMG CoA reductase antibody, muscle biopsy showing necrotizing myopathy, and improvement with immunosuppressive agents. (Fluvastatin label, Warnings and precautions)
IMNM is characterized by: proximal muscle weakness and elevated serum creatine kinase, which persist despite discontinuation of statin treatment; positive anti-HMG CoA reductase antibody; muscle biopsy showing necrotizing myopathy; and improvement with immunosuppressive agents. (Lovastatin label, Warnings)
In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Methimazole label, Warnings)
- PitavastatinstatinMinor
IMNM is characterized by proximal muscle weakness and elevated serum creatine kinase that persist despite discontinuation of statin treatment; positive anti-HMG CoA reductase antibody; muscle biopsy showing necrotizing myopathy; and improvement with immunosuppressive agents. (Pitavastatin label, Warnings and precautions)
IMNM is characterized by proximal muscle weakness and elevated serum creatine kinase that persist despite discontinuation of statin treatment; positive anti-HMG CoA reductase antibody; muscle biopsy showing necrotizing myopathy; and improvement with immunosuppressive agents. (Pravastatin label, Warnings and precautions)
- Propylthiouracilantithyroid drugMinor
In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)
IMNM is characterized by proximal muscle weakness and elevated serum creatine kinase that persist despite discontinuation of statin treatment; positive anti-HMG CoA reductase antibody; muscle biopsy showing necrotizing myopathy; and improvement with immunosuppressive agents. (Rosuvastatin label, Warnings and precautions)
IMNM is characterized by proximal muscle weakness and elevated serum creatine kinase that persist despite discontinuation of statin treatment; positive anti-HMG CoA reductase antibody; muscle biopsy showing necrotizing myopathy without significant inflammation; and improvement with immunosuppressive agents. (Simvastatin label, Warnings and precautions)
No significant interaction reported (1)
…Repaglinide, Rosiglitazone: [See Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ) and Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )] Insulin Insulin: [See Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ) and Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )] Immunosuppressants: Cyclosporine Use With Caution Cyclosporine: There have been spontaneous or published reports of CYP3A based interactions of clarithromycin with cyclosporine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)
Check Adalimumab against everything you take. Add your full list; every pair is checked at once.
Open in the checkerNot medical advice. Severity reflects the label's wording, not your circumstances. A "major" flag can be routine under supervision and a "minor" one can matter at high doses. Ask a pharmacist.