Carbamazepine interactions

Carbamazepine (Tegretol, Carbatrol, Epitol), an anticonvulsant has 334 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 137 major, 148 moderate, 48 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 (137)

  • AlcoholAlcoholMajor

    Combining alcohol with sedating medicines (opioids, benzodiazepines, sleep medicines, muscle relaxants) can cause dangerous drowsiness, slowed breathing, and overdose. (NIAAA, Harmful Interactions: Mixing Alcohol with Medicines)

  • AlprazolambenzodiazepineMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Amitriptylinetricyclic antidepressantMajor

    Known hypersensitivity to any of the tricyclic compounds (e.g., amitriptyline, desipramine, imipramine, protriptyline, and nortriptyline.) Hypersensitivity reactions include anaphylaxis and serious rash. (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • ApixabananticoagulantMajor

    • Simultaneous use of combined P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inducers reduces blood levels of apixaban: Avoid concomitant use. (Apixaban label, Drug interactions)

  • ApremilastPDE4 inhibitorMajor

    Drug Interactions : Use with strong cytochrome P450 enzyme inducers (e.g., rifampin, phenobarbital, carbamazepine, phenytoin) is not recommended because loss of efficacy may occur ( 5.5 , 7.1 ) (Apremilast label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AripiprazoleantipsychoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • AsenapineantipsychoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Baclofenmuscle relaxantMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Concomitant administration of BIXLENVO is contraindicated with: dofetilide due to the potential for increased dofetilide plasma concentrations and associated serious and/or life-threatening events. strong CYP3A inducers due to decreased plasma concentrations of BIC and LEN, which may result in the loss of therapeutic effect and development of resistance to BIXLENVO. (Bictegravir, emtricitabine, and tenofovir alafenamide label, Contraindications)

  • BrexpiprazoleantipsychoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • BuprenorphineopioidMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • BupropionantidepressantMajor

    Known hypersensitivity to tricyclic antidepressants ( 4 ) (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • ButorphanolopioidMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Cannabidiol (prescription)anticonvulsantMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • CariprazineantipsychoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Carisoprodolmuscle relaxantMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • CetirizineantihistamineMajor

    Avoid concurrent use of QUZYTTIR with alcohol or other CNS depressants because additional reduction in alertness and additional impairment of CNS performance may occur. (Cetirizine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ChlordiazepoxidebenzodiazepineMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • ChlorpromazineantipsychoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • CiprofloxacinfluoroquinoloneMajor

    Table 8: Drugs That are Affected by and Affecting Ciprofloxacin Drugs That are Affected by Ciprofloxacin Drug(s) Recommendation Comments Tizanidine Contraindicated Concomitant administration of tizanidine and ciprofloxacin is contraindicated due to the potentiation of hypotensive and sedative effects of tizanidine [see Contraindications ( 4.2 )]. (Ciprofloxacin label, Drug interactions)

  • CitalopramSSRIMajor

    Known hypersensitivity to tricyclic antidepressants ( 4 ) (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • ClobazambenzodiazepineMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • ClonazepambenzodiazepineMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Clonidinealpha-adrenergic agonistMajor

    Avoid use with other central nervous system (CNS) depressants ( 5.3 ) (Clonidine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Clopidogrelantiplatelet agentMajor

    As a precaution, avoid concomitant use of strong CYP2C19 inducers [see Drug Interactions (7.1) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Clopidogrel label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ClozapineantipsychoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • CodeineopioidMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Cyclobenzaprinemuscle relaxantMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Dantrolenemuscle relaxantMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Daridorexantsedative-hypnoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Known hypersensitivity to tricyclic antidepressants ( 4 ) (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • DiazepambenzodiazepineMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Diltiazemcalcium channel blockerMajor

    Coadministration of diltiazem with rifampin or any known CYP3A4 inducer should be avoided when possible, and alternative therapy considered [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. a Strong and moderate inhibitors increase the AUC of sensitive substrates of CYP3A4 by ≥ 5 and ≥ 2-fold, respectively b These examples are a guide and not considered a comprehensive list… (Diltiazem label, Drug interactions)

  • Divalproex (valproate)anticonvulsantMajor

    Children under the age of two years are at a considerably increased risk of developing fatal hepatotoxicity, especially those on multiple anticonvulsants, those with congenital metabolic disorders, those with severe seizure disorders accompanied by mental retardation, and those with organic brain disease. (Divalproex (valproate) label, Boxed warning)

  • Doxepintricyclic antidepressantMajor

    Known hypersensitivity to any of the tricyclic compounds (e.g., amitriptyline, desipramine, imipramine, protriptyline, and nortriptyline.) Hypersensitivity reactions include anaphylaxis and serious rash. (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • DronabinolcannabinoidMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • DronedaroneantiarrhythmicMajor

    Rifampin and Other CYP3A Inducers Avoid rifampin or other CYP3A inducers such as phenobarbital, carbamazepine, phenytoin, and St. (Dronedarone label, Drug interactions)

  • DuloxetineSNRIMajor

    Known hypersensitivity to tricyclic antidepressants ( 4 ) (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • Therefore, concomitant use with strong CYP3A inducers is not recommended [see Drug Interactions (7.1) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Elexacaftor, tezacaftor, and ivacaftor label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EluxadolineopioidMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • EscitalopramSSRIMajor

    Known hypersensitivity to tricyclic antidepressants ( 4 ) (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • EslicarbazepineanticonvulsantMajor

    Serious and sometimes fatal dermatologic reactions, including TEN and SJS, have also been reported in patients using oxcarbazepine or carbamazepine which are chemically related to APTIOM. (Eslicarbazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Eszopiclonesedative-hypnoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • FelbamateanticonvulsantMajor

    IT IS NOT KNOWN WHETHER CONCOMITANT USE OF OTHER ANTIEPILEPTIC DRUGS AND/OR OTHER DRUGS AFFECT THE INCIDENCE OF HEPATIC FAILURE. (Felbamate label, Boxed warning)

  • FentanylopioidMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • FlibanserinCNS depressantMajor

    Preventing or Managing DI The concomitant use of ADDYI with CYP3A4 inducers is not recommended. (Flibanserin label, Drug interactions)

  • FluoxetineSSRIMajor

    Known hypersensitivity to tricyclic antidepressants ( 4 ) (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • FluvoxamineSSRIMajor

    Known hypersensitivity to tricyclic antidepressants ( 4 ) (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • HaloperidolantipsychoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • HydromorphoneopioidMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • HydroxyzineantihistamineMajor

    Rarely, cardiac arrests and death have been reported in association with the combined use of hydroxyzine hydrochloride intramuscularly and other CNS depressants. (Hydroxyzine label, Precautions)

  • IloperidoneantipsychoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • IsoniazidantibioticMajor

    Concomitant use of monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs). (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • Itraconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    Carbamazepine Not recommended 2 weeks before, during, and 2 weeks after TOLSURA treatment. (Itraconazole label, Drug interactions)

  • Avoid concomitant use of CYP3A4 inducers when using Corlanor. (Ivabradine label, Drug interactions)

  • KetamineCNS depressantMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Ketoconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    This may potentiate and prolong hypnotic and sedative effects, especially with repeated dosing or chronic administration of these agents. (Ketoconazole label, Contraindications)

  • Lemborexantsedative-hypnoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • LevocetirizineantihistamineMajor

    Avoid concurrent use of alcohol or other central nervous system depressants with XYZAL. (Levocetirizine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Known hypersensitivity to tricyclic antidepressants ( 4 ) (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • LevorphanolopioidMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • LinezolidantibioticMajor

    Concomitant use of monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs). (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • LorazepambenzodiazepineMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • LumateperoneantipsychoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • LurasidoneantipsychoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Strong CYP3A4 inducers (rifampin) reduce exposure to macitentan: avoid co-administration with OPSUMIT ( 7.1 , 12.3 ). (Macitentan label, Drug interactions)

  • MeperidineopioidMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • MethadoneopioidMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Methocarbamolmuscle relaxantMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • MidazolambenzodiazepineMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • MirtazapineantidepressantMajor

    Known hypersensitivity to tricyclic antidepressants ( 4 ) (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • MorphineopioidMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • NalbuphineopioidMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Naldemedineopioid antagonistMajor

    John's Wort) Clinical Impact Significant decrease in plasma naldemedine concentrations, which may reduce efficacy [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] Intervention Avoid use of SYMPROIC with strong CYP3A inducers. (Naldemedine label, Drug interactions)

  • Naltrexone and bupropionopioid antagonistMajor

    Known hypersensitivity to tricyclic antidepressants ( 4 ) (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • Nifedipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMajor

    Avoid co-administration of nifedipine with phenytoin or any known CYP3A4 inducer or consider an alternative antihypertensive therapy. (Nifedipine label, Drug interactions)

  • …contraindicated with drugs that are primarily metabolized by CYP3A and for which elevated concentrations are associated with serious and/or life-threatening reactions and drugs that are strong CYP3A inducers where significantly reduced nirmatrelvir or ritonavir plasma concentrations may be associated with the potential for loss of virologic response and possible resistance. (Nirmatrelvir and ritonavir label, Contraindications)

  • Counsel patients to use a back-up method or alternative method of contraception when enzyme inducers are used with COCs ( 7.1 ) -- - ---------- ------ USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS---- -- -- --------- ---- Lactation: Not recommended; Lo Loestrin Fe can decrease milk production ( 8.2 ) (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • Nortriptylinetricyclic antidepressantMajor

    Known hypersensitivity to any of the tricyclic compounds (e.g., amitriptyline, desipramine, imipramine, protriptyline, and nortriptyline.) Hypersensitivity reactions include anaphylaxis and serious rash. (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • OlanzapineantipsychoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • OliceridineopioidMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • OlopatadineantihistamineMajor

    Avoid concurrent use of alcohol or other central nervous system depressants with olopatadine hydrochloride nasal spray ( 5.2 ). (Olopatadine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OxycodoneopioidMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • OxymorphoneopioidMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • PalbociclibCYP3A4 inhibitorMajor

    Avoid concomitant use of strong CYP3A inducers (e.g., phenytoin, rifampin, carbamazepine, enzalutamide, and St John's Wort) [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Palbociclib label, Drug interactions)

  • PaliperidoneantipsychoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • ParoxetineSSRIMajor

    Known hypersensitivity to tricyclic antidepressants ( 4 ) (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • PhenelzineMAO inhibitorMajor

    Concomitant use of monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs). (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • PhenobarbitalbarbiturateMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • PhenytoinanticonvulsantMajor

    Consider avoiding phenytoin as an alternative to carbamazepine in patients who are positive for HLA-B*1502 or in CYP2C9*3 carriers [see Use in Specific Populations (8.7) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.5) ] . (Phenytoin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PimavanserinantipsychoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Therefore, discontinue use of strong CYP1A2 inducers prior to ESBRIET treatment and avoid the concomitant use of ESBRIET and a strong CYP1A2 inducer [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Pirfenidone label, Drug interactions)

  • PrimidoneanticonvulsantMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • ProchlorperazineantipsychoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • PropofolCNS depressantMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • QuetiapineantipsychoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Ramelteonsedative-hypnoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • RanolazineQT-prolonging drugMajor

    ASPRUZYO Sprinkle is contraindicated in patients: Taking strong inhibitors of CYP3A [see Drug Interactions (7.1)] Taking inducers of CYP3A [see Drug Interactions (7.1)] With liver cirrhosis [see Use in Specific Populations (8.6)] Strong CYP3A inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, clarithromycin, nelfinavir) (4, 7.1) (Ranolazine label, Contraindications)

  • RasagilineMAO inhibitorMajor

    Concomitant use of monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs). (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • • Strong and Moderate CYP3A Inducers: Avoid concomitant administration. (Rimegepant label, Drug interactions)

  • RisperidoneantipsychoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • RitonavirantiretroviralMajor

    WARNING: DRUG-DRUG INTERACTIONS LEADING TO POTENTIALLY SERIOUS AND/OR LIFE THREATENING REACTIONS Co-administration of NORVIR with several classes of drugs including sedative hypnotics, antiarrhythmics, or ergot alkaloid preparations may result in potentially serious and/or life-threatening adverse events due to possible effects of NORVIR on the hepatic metabolism… (Ritonavir label, Boxed warning)

  • RivaroxabananticoagulantMajor

    Drugs that Induce Cytochrome P450 3A Enzymes and Drug Transport Systems Avoid concomitant use of XARELTO with drugs that are combined P-gp and strong CYP3A inducers (e.g., carbamazepine, phenytoin, rifampin, St. (Rivaroxaban label, Drug interactions)

  • RoflumilastPDE4 inhibitorMajor

    Therefore the use of strong cytochrome P450 inducers (e.g., rifampicin, phenobarbital, carbamazepine, and phenytoin) with DALIRESP is not recommended [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Roflumilast label, Drug interactions)

  • SelegilineMAO inhibitorMajor

    Concomitant use of monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs). (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • SertralineSSRIMajor

    Known hypersensitivity to tricyclic antidepressants ( 4 ) (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • SirolimusimmunosuppressantMajor

    Interaction with Strong Inhibitors and Inducers of CYP3A4 and/or P-gp Avoid concomitant use of sirolimus with strong inhibitors of CYP3A4 and/or P-gp (such as ketoconazole, voriconazole, itraconazole, erythromycin, telithromycin, or clarithromycin) or strong inducers of CYP3A4 and/or P-gp (such as rifampin or rifabutin) [ see Drug Interactions (7.2) ]. (Sirolimus label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Sodium oxybateCNS depressantMajor

    Abuse or misuse of illicit GHB, either alone or in combination with other CNS depressants, is associated with CNS adverse reactions, including seizure, respiratory depression, decreases in the level of consciousness, coma, and death [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )]. (Sodium oxybate label, Boxed warning)

  • Anticonvulsants: carbamazepine phenytoin phenobarbital ↓ sofosbuvir ↓ velpatasvir ↓ voxilaprevir Coadministration is not recommended. (Sofosbuvir and velpatasvir label, Drug interactions)

  • Suvorexantsedative-hypnoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Tamoxifenselective estrogen receptor modulatorMajor

    Inducers of CYP3A4 Strong CYP3A4 inducers should not be used with tamoxifen. (Tamoxifen label, Drug interactions)

  • TapentadolopioidMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Tasimelteonsedative-hypnoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • TemazepambenzodiazepineMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Ticagrelorantiplatelet agentMajor

    • Avoid use with strong CYP3A inhibitors or CYP3A inducers. (Ticagrelor label, Drug interactions)

  • Tizanidinemuscle relaxantMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • TramadolopioidMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • TranylcypromineMAO inhibitorMajor

    Concomitant use of monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs). (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • TrazodoneantidepressantMajor

    Known hypersensitivity to tricyclic antidepressants ( 4 ) (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • TretinoinretinoidMajor

    Avoid concomitant use with strong CYP3A inducers if possible. (Tretinoin label, Drug interactions)

  • TriazolambenzodiazepineMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Strong CYP3A4 Inducers: Should be avoided as concomitant use will result in reduction of ubrogepant exposure. (Ubrogepant label, Drug interactions)

  • UpadacitinibimmunosuppressantMajor

    Strong CYP3A4 Inducers : Coadministration of RINVOQ/RINVOQ LQ with strong CYP3A4 inducers is not recommended. (Upadacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • ValbenazineVMAT2 inhibitorMajor

    Use of strong CYP3A4 inducers with INGREZZA or INGREZZA SPRINKLE Concomitant use is not recommended. (Valbenazine label, Drug interactions)

  • Valproic acidanticonvulsantMajor

    Children under the age of two years are at a considerably increased risk of developing fatal hepatotoxicity, especially those on multiple anticonvulsants, those with congenital metabolic disorders, those with severe seizure disorders accompanied by mental retardation, and those with organic brain disease. (Valproic acid label, Boxed warning)

  • VenlafaxineSNRIMajor

    Known hypersensitivity to tricyclic antidepressants ( 4 ) (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • VilazodoneSSRIMajor

    Known hypersensitivity to tricyclic antidepressants ( 4 ) (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • Voriconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    Carbamazepine (CYP450 Induction) Not Studied In Vivo or In Vitro , but Likely to Result in Significant Reduction Contraindicated Long Acting Barbiturates (e.g., phenobarbital, mephobarbital) (CYP450 Induction) Not Studied In Vivo or In Vitro , but Likely to Result in Significant Reduction Contraindicated Phenytoin (CYP450 Induction) Significantly Reduced Increase… (Voriconazole label, Drug interactions)

  • VortioxetineantidepressantMajor

    Known hypersensitivity to tricyclic antidepressants ( 4 ) (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

  • Zaleplonsedative-hypnoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • ZiprasidoneantipsychoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Zolpidemsedative-hypnoticMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

Moderate interactions (148)

  • Acetazolamidecarbonic anhydrase inhibitorModerate

    Elderly patients and patients treated with diuretics are at greater risk of developing hyponatremia. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AclidiniumanticholinergicModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AlbendazoleModerate

    Risk of Neurologic Symptoms: Neurocysticercosis patients may experience cerebral hypertensive episodes, seizures or focal neurologic deficits after initiation of therapy; begin appropriate steroid and anticonvulsant therapy. (Albendazole label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Allopurinolxanthine oxidase inhibitorModerate

    Inform patients also that the central nervous system depressant effects of allopurinol tablets may be additive to those of alcohol and other CNS depressants. (Allopurinol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AmantadineanticholinergicModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Amiloridepotassium-sparing diureticModerate

    Elderly patients and patients treated with diuretics are at greater risk of developing hyponatremia. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AmiodaroneantiarrhythmicModerate

    It may be necessary to reduce the EQUETRO dose if used concomitantly with inhibitors of CYP3A4 and/or epoxide hydrolase. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Amlodipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    Blood pressure should be closely monitored when amlodipine is co-administered with CYP3A inducers. (Amlodipine label, Drug interactions)

  • Amlodipine and benazeprildihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • AprepitantCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    It may be necessary to reduce the EQUETRO dose if used concomitantly with inhibitors of CYP3A4 and/or epoxide hydrolase. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Aspirin and dipyridamoleantiplatelet agentModerate

    Anticonvulsants Salicylic acid can displace protein-bound phenytoin and valproic acid, leading to a decrease in the total concentration of phenytoin and an increase in serum valproic acid levels. (Aspirin and dipyridamole label, Drug interactions)

  • BenztropineanticholinergicModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Bisoprolol and hydrochlorothiazidebeta blockerModerate

    Elderly patients and patients treated with diuretics are at greater risk of developing hyponatremia. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Brimonidinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

    Use with CNS depressants may result in an additive or potentiating effect. (Brimonidine label, Drug interactions)

  • BrivaracetamanticonvulsantModerate

    Limited evidence suggests that HLA-B*1502 may be a risk factor for the development of SJS/TEN in patients of Chinese ancestry taking other anti-epileptic drugs associated with SJS/TEN, including phenytoin. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • BudesonidecorticosteroidModerate

    Patients with major risk factors for decreased bone mineral content, such as prolonged immobilization, family history of osteoporosis, post menopausal status, tobacco use, advance age, poor nutrition, or chronic use of drugs that can reduce bone mass (e.g., anticonvulsants, oral corticosteroids) should be monitored and treated with established standards of care. (Budesonide label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Budesonide and formoterolcorticosteroidModerate

    Patients with major risk factors for decreased bone mineral content, such as prolonged immobilization, family history of osteoporosis, postmenopausal status, tobacco use, advanced age, poor nutrition, or chronic use of drugs that can reduce bone mass (e.g., anticonvulsants, oral corticosteroids) should be monitored and treated with established standards of care. (Budesonide and formoterol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Bumetanideloop diureticModerate

    Elderly patients and patients treated with diuretics are at greater risk of developing hyponatremia. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Buspironeserotonergic drugModerate

    Triazolam/flurazepam: Coadministration of buspirone with either triazolam or flurazepam did not appear to prolong or intensify the sedative effects of either benzodiazepine. (Buspirone label, Drug interactions)

  • CanagliflozinSGLT2 inhibitorModerate

    Table 7: Clinically Significant Drug Interactions with INVOKANA UGT Enzyme Inducers Clinical Impact: UGT enzyme inducers decrease canagliflozin exposure which may reduce the effectiveness of INVOKANA. (Canagliflozin label, Drug interactions)

  • CefiximecephalosporinModerate

    Drug monitoring may be of assistance in detecting alterations in carbamazepine plasma concentrations. (Cefixime label, Drug interactions)

  • CelecoxibNSAIDModerate

    Co-administration of celecoxib with drugs that are known to inhibit CYP2C9 (e.g., fluconazole) may enhance the exposure and toxicity of celecoxib whereas co-administration with CYP2C9 inducers (e.g., rifampin) may lead to compromised efficacy of celecoxib. (Celecoxib label, Drug interactions)

  • CenobamateanticonvulsantModerate

    Limited evidence suggests that HLA-B*1502 may be a risk factor for the development of SJS/TEN in patients of Chinese ancestry taking other anti-epileptic drugs associated with SJS/TEN, including phenytoin. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ChlorpheniramineantihistamineModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Chlorthalidonethiazide diureticModerate

    Elderly patients and patients treated with diuretics are at greater risk of developing hyponatremia. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CimetidineH2 blockerModerate

    It may be necessary to reduce the EQUETRO dose if used concomitantly with inhibitors of CYP3A4 and/or epoxide hydrolase. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Clarithromycinmacrolide antibioticModerate

    Drugs that Inhibit Epoxide H ydrolase and CYP3A4 Clarithromycin, erythromycin, loxapine, quetiapine, and valproate also inhibit epoxide hydrolase, resulting in increased levels of the active metabolite carbamazepine-10,11-epoxide [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • ClindamycinantibioticModerate

    Inducers of CYP3A4 and CYP3A5 Inducers of CYP3A4 and/or CYP3A5 may reduce plasma concentrations of clindamycin. (Clindamycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Conjugated estrogensestrogenModerate

    EQUETRO can reduce the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CyclopentolateanticholinergicModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CyclosporineimmunosuppressantModerate

    It may be necessary to reduce the EQUETRO dose if used concomitantly with inhibitors of CYP3A4 and/or epoxide hydrolase. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • DabigatrananticoagulantModerate

    Warfarin (CYP1A2 and CYP3A4 Substrate) Through induction of CYP1A2 and CYP3A4, EQUETRO decreases the concentration of warfarin and decreases its anticoagulant effectiveness. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • DarifenacinanticholinergicModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DesmopressinModerate

    …Hyponatremia Concomitant administration of DESMODA with other drugs that may increase the risk of water intoxication with hyponatremia, (e.g., tricyclic antidepressants, selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors, chlorpromazine, opiate analgesics, thiazide diuretics, NSAIDs, lamotrigine, sulfonylureas, particularly chlorpropamide, oxybutynin and carbamazepine). (Desmopressin label, Drug interactions)

  • DeutetrabenazineVMAT2 inhibitorModerate

    Alcohol or other sedating drugs: May have additive sedation and somnolence ( 7.5 ) (Deutetrabenazine label, Drug interactions)

  • Dexlansoprazoleproton pump inhibitorModerate

    Clinically Relevant Interactions Affecting DEXILANT When Coadministered with Other Drugs and Substances CYP2C19 or CYP3A4 Inducers Clinical Impact: Decreased exposure of dexlansoprazole when used concomitantly with strong inducers [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Dexlansoprazole label, Drug interactions)

  • DiclofenacNSAIDModerate

    Exercise caution when prescribing Diclofenac Potassium with concomitant drugs that are known to be potentially hepatotoxic (e.g., acetaminophen, antibiotics, antiepileptics). (Diclofenac label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DicyclomineanticholinergicModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DimenhydrinateantihistamineModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DiphenhydramineantihistamineModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DofetilideantiarrhythmicModerate

    Concomitant medications were grouped as ACE inhibitors, oral anticoagulants, calcium channel blockers, beta blockers, cardiac glycosides, inducers of CYP3A4, substrates and inhibitors of CYP3A4, substrates and inhibitors of P-glycoprotein, nitrates, sulphonylureas, loop diuretics, potassium sparing diuretics, thiazide diuretics, substrates and inhibitors of tubular… (Dofetilide label, Drug interactions)

  • DolutegravirantiretroviralModerate

    Carbamazepine a ↓Dolutegravir Adjust dose of TIVICAY to twice daily in treatment-naïve or treatment-experienced, INSTI-naïve adult patients. (Dolutegravir label, Drug interactions)

  • Doxycyclinetetracycline antibioticModerate

    Barbiturates, carbamazepine and phenytoin decrease the half-life of doxycycline. (Doxycycline label, Drug interactions)

  • DoxylamineantihistamineModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Drospirenone and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

    EQUETRO can reduce the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EdoxabananticoagulantModerate

    Warfarin (CYP1A2 and CYP3A4 Substrate) Through induction of CYP1A2 and CYP3A4, EQUETRO decreases the concentration of warfarin and decreases its anticoagulant effectiveness. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Emtricitabine and tenofovirantiretroviralModerate

    Other Agents Anticonvulsants: carbamazepine oxcarbazepine phenobarbital phenytoin ↓ TAF Consider alternative anticonvulsant. (Emtricitabine and tenofovir label, Drug interactions)

  • EnoxaparinanticoagulantModerate

    Warfarin (CYP1A2 and CYP3A4 Substrate) Through induction of CYP1A2 and CYP3A4, EQUETRO decreases the concentration of warfarin and decreases its anticoagulant effectiveness. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Eplerenonealdosterone antagonistModerate

    Elderly patients and patients treated with diuretics are at greater risk of developing hyponatremia. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Erythromycinmacrolide antibioticModerate

    Drugs that Inhibit Epoxide H ydrolase and CYP3A4 Clarithromycin, erythromycin, loxapine, quetiapine, and valproate also inhibit epoxide hydrolase, resulting in increased levels of the active metabolite carbamazepine-10,11-epoxide [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Esomeprazoleproton pump inhibitorModerate

    Table 4: Clinically Relevant Interactions Affecting Esomeprazole When Co-Administered with Other Drugs CYP2C19 or CYP3A4 Inducers Clinical Impact: Decreased exposure of esomeprazole when used concomitantly with strong inducers [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Esomeprazole label, Drug interactions)

  • EstradiolestrogenModerate

    EQUETRO can reduce the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Ethacrynic acidloop diureticModerate

    Elderly patients and patients treated with diuretics are at greater risk of developing hyponatremia. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EthosuximideanticonvulsantModerate

    Limited evidence suggests that HLA-B*1502 may be a risk factor for the development of SJS/TEN in patients of Chinese ancestry taking other anti-epileptic drugs associated with SJS/TEN, including phenytoin. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EverolimusimmunosuppressantModerate

    It may be necessary to reduce the EQUETRO dose if used concomitantly with inhibitors of CYP3A4 and/or epoxide hydrolase. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Felodipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    Anticonvulsants - In a pharmacokinetic study, maximum plasma concentrations of felodipine were considerably lower in epileptic patients on long-term anticonvulsant therapy (e.g., phenytoin, carbamazepine, or phenobarbital) than in healthy volunteers. (Felodipine label, Drug interactions)

  • FesoterodineanticholinergicModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FlecainideantiarrhythmicModerate

    Limited data in patients receiving known enzyme inducers ( phenytoin, phenobarbital, carbamazepine ) indicate only a 30% increase in the rate of flecainide elimination. (Flecainide label, Drug interactions)

  • Fluconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    It may be necessary to reduce the EQUETRO dose if used concomitantly with inhibitors of CYP3A4 and/or epoxide hydrolase. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • FluticasonecorticosteroidModerate

    Patients with major risk factors for decreased bone mineral content, such as prolonged immobilization, family history of osteoporosis, postmenopausal status, tobacco use, advanced age, poor nutrition, or chronic use of drugs that can reduce bone mass (e.g., anticonvulsants, oral corticosteroids), should be monitored and treated with established standards of care. (Fluticasone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Fluticasone and salmeterolcorticosteroidModerate

    Patients with major risk factors for decreased bone mineral content, such as prolonged immobilization, family history of osteoporosis, or chronic use of drugs that can reduce bone mass (e.g., anticonvulsants, oral corticosteroids) should be monitored and treated with established standards of care. (Fluticasone and salmeterol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Folic acid (folate)Vitamin and mineralModerate

    These antiepileptic drugs lower folate levels, and folic acid supplements can in turn lower blood levels of the drug. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Folate)

  • FondaparinuxanticoagulantModerate

    Warfarin (CYP1A2 and CYP3A4 Substrate) Through induction of CYP1A2 and CYP3A4, EQUETRO decreases the concentration of warfarin and decreases its anticoagulant effectiveness. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Furosemideloop diureticModerate

    Elderly patients and patients treated with diuretics are at greater risk of developing hyponatremia. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • GabapentinanticonvulsantModerate

    Limited evidence suggests that HLA-B*1502 may be a risk factor for the development of SJS/TEN in patients of Chinese ancestry taking other anti-epileptic drugs associated with SJS/TEN, including phenytoin. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • GlycopyrrolateanticholinergicModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Guanfacinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

    …and its plasma concentrations can be significantly affected resulting in an increase in exposure Consider dose reduction [see Dosage and administration (2.7) ] Strong and moderate CYP3A4 inducers, e.g., rifampin, efavirenz Guanfacine is primarily metabolized by CYP3A4 and its plasma concentrations can be significantly affected resulting in a decrease in exposure… (Guanfacine label, Drug interactions)

  • HeparinanticoagulantModerate

    Warfarin (CYP1A2 and CYP3A4 Substrate) Through induction of CYP1A2 and CYP3A4, EQUETRO decreases the concentration of warfarin and decreases its anticoagulant effectiveness. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Hydrochlorothiazidethiazide diureticModerate

    Elderly patients and patients treated with diuretics are at greater risk of developing hyponatremia. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • HydrocortisonecorticosteroidModerate

    Concomitant administration of inducers of CYP3A4 may lead to decreases in serum concentrations of ALKINDI SPRINKLE and increase the risk of adverse reactions, including adrenal crisis. (Hydrocortisone label, Drug interactions)

  • HyoscyamineanticholinergicModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ImatinibCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    It may be necessary to reduce the EQUETRO dose if used concomitantly with inhibitors of CYP3A4 and/or epoxide hydrolase. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Indapamidethiazide diureticModerate

    Elderly patients and patients treated with diuretics are at greater risk of developing hyponatremia. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • IpratropiumanticholinergicModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • IvacaftorCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    It may be necessary to reduce the EQUETRO dose if used concomitantly with inhibitors of CYP3A4 and/or epoxide hydrolase. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • LacosamideanticonvulsantModerate

    Limited evidence suggests that HLA-B*1502 may be a risk factor for the development of SJS/TEN in patients of Chinese ancestry taking other anti-epileptic drugs associated with SJS/TEN, including phenytoin. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LamotrigineanticonvulsantModerate

    Limited evidence suggests that HLA-B*1502 may be a risk factor for the development of SJS/TEN in patients of Chinese ancestry taking other anti-epileptic drugs associated with SJS/TEN, including phenytoin. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Lansoprazoleproton pump inhibitorModerate

    Clinically Relevant Interactions Affecting PREVACID or PREVACID SoluTab When Coadministered with Other Drugs CYP2C19 OR CYP3A4 Inducers Clinical Impact: Decreased exposure of lansoprazole when used concomitantly with strong inducers [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Lansoprazole label, Drug interactions)

  • LevetiracetamanticonvulsantModerate

    Limited evidence suggests that HLA-B*1502 may be a risk factor for the development of SJS/TEN in patients of Chinese ancestry taking other anti-epileptic drugs associated with SJS/TEN, including phenytoin. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LevonorgestrelprogestinModerate

    EQUETRO can reduce the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

    EQUETRO can reduce the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Levothyroxinethyroid hormoneModerate

    Phenytoin and carbamazepine reduce serum protein binding of levothyroxine, and total and free T4 may be reduced by 20% to 40%, but most patients have normal serum TSH levels and are clinically euthyroid. (Levothyroxine label, Drug interactions)

  • Lidocaine and prilocainelocal anestheticModerate

    …prilocaine, procaine, ropivacaine, tetracaine Antineoplastic agents cyclophosphamide, flutamide, hydroxyurea, isofamide, rasburicase Antibiotics dapsone, nitrofurantoin, para-aminosalicylic acid, sufonamides Antimalarials chloroquine, primaquine Anticonvulsants Phenobarbital, phenytoin, sodium valproate Other drugs acetaminophen, metoclopramide, quinine, sulfasalazine (Lidocaine and prilocaine label, Drug interactions)

  • LinagliptinDPP-4 inhibitorModerate

    Strong P-glycoprotein/CYP3A4 inducer: The efficacy of TRADJENTA may be reduced when administered in combination (e.g., with rifampin). (Linagliptin label, Drug interactions)

  • Liothyroninethyroid hormoneModerate

    Phenytoin and carbamazepine reduce serum protein binding of thyroid hormones, and total and FT4 may be reduced by 20% to 40%, but most patients have normal serum TSH levels and are clinically euthyroid. (Liothyronine label, Drug interactions)

  • Lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazideACE inhibitorModerate

    Elderly patients and patients treated with diuretics are at greater risk of developing hyponatremia. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Lithiumserotonergic drugModerate

    Lithium Concomitant administration of EQUETRO and lithium can increase the risk of neurotoxic adverse reactions. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Lofexidinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

    Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Losartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Elderly patients and patients treated with diuretics are at greater risk of developing hyponatremia. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MeclizineantihistamineModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MedroxyprogesteroneprogestinModerate

    EQUETRO can reduce the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MegestrolprogestinModerate

    EQUETRO can reduce the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MethylprednisolonecorticosteroidModerate

    Hepatic Enzyme Inducers (e.g., barbiturates, phenytoin, carbamazepine, rifampin) : Drugs which induce cytochrome P450 3A4 enzyme activity may enhance the metabolism of corticosteroids and require that the dosage of the corticosteroid be increased. (Methylprednisolone label, Drug interactions)

  • Metolazonethiazide diureticModerate

    Elderly patients and patients treated with diuretics are at greater risk of developing hyponatremia. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Mirabegronbeta-adrenergic agonistModerate

    It may be necessary to reduce the EQUETRO dose if used concomitantly with inhibitors of CYP3A4 and/or epoxide hydrolase. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • MometasonecorticosteroidModerate

    Patients with major risk factors for decreased bone mineral content, such as prolonged immobilization, family history of osteoporosis, or chronic use of drugs that can reduce bone mass (e.g., anticonvulsants and corticosteroids) should be monitored and treated with established standards of care. (Mometasone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Naloxoneopioid antagonistModerate

    WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Risk of Recurrent Respiratory and CNS Depression : Due to the duration of action of naloxone relative to the opioid, respiratory and CNS depression may recur after the first dose of naloxone. (Naloxone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • NintedanibModerate

    Coadministration with oral doses of a P-gp and CYP3A4 inducer, rifampicin, decreased exposure to nintedanib by 50%. (Nintedanib label, Drug interactions)

  • NorethindroneprogestinModerate

    EQUETRO can reduce the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Norgestimate and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

    EQUETRO can reduce the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Omeprazoleproton pump inhibitorModerate

    Table 4: Clinically Relevant Interactions Affecting Omeprazole When Co-Administered with Other Drugs CYP2C19 or CYP3A4 Inducers Clinical Impact: Decreased exposure of omeprazole when used concomitantly with strong inducers [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Omeprazole label, Drug interactions)

  • OndansetronQT-prolonging drugModerate

    Phenytoin, Carbamazepine, and Rifampin In patients treated with potent inducers of CYP3A4 (i.e., phenytoin, carbamazepine, and rifampin), the clearance of ondansetron was significantly increased and ondansetron blood concentrations were decreased. (Ondansetron label, Drug interactions)

  • OrlistatModerate

    Drug Interactions and Decreased Vitamin Absorption ORLISTAT may interact with concomitant drugs including cyclosporine, levothyroxine, warfarin, amiodarone, antiepileptic drugs, and antiretroviral drugs [see Drug Interactions (7) ]. (Orlistat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OxcarbazepineanticonvulsantModerate

    Limited evidence suggests that HLA-B*1502 may be a risk factor for the development of SJS/TEN in patients of Chinese ancestry taking other anti-epileptic drugs associated with SJS/TEN, including phenytoin. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OxybutyninanticholinergicModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PerampanelanticonvulsantModerate

    Limited evidence suggests that HLA-B*1502 may be a risk factor for the development of SJS/TEN in patients of Chinese ancestry taking other anti-epileptic drugs associated with SJS/TEN, including phenytoin. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Phentermine and topiramateCNS stimulantModerate

    Limited evidence suggests that HLA-B*1502 may be a risk factor for the development of SJS/TEN in patients of Chinese ancestry taking other anti-epileptic drugs associated with SJS/TEN, including phenytoin. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PitolisantQT-prolonging drugModerate

    Strong CYP3A4 Inducers: Decreased exposure of WAKIX; consider dosage adjustment of WAKIX ( 2.6 , 7.1 ) (Pitolisant label, Drug interactions)

  • Posaconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    It may be necessary to reduce the EQUETRO dose if used concomitantly with inhibitors of CYP3A4 and/or epoxide hydrolase. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • PrednisolonecorticosteroidModerate

    CYP 3A4 inducers (e.g. barbiturates, phenytoin, carbamazepine, and rifampin): Drugs such as barbiturates, phenytoin, ephedrine, and rifampin, which induce hepatic microsomal drug metabolizing enzyme activity may enhance metabolism of prednisolone and require that the dosage of Orapred be increased. (Prednisolone label, Drug interactions)

  • PrednisonecorticosteroidModerate

    CYP 3A4 inducers and inhibitors: May, respectively, increase or decrease clearance of corticosteroids, necessitating dose adjustment. (Prednisone label, Drug interactions)

  • PregabalinanticonvulsantModerate

    Limited evidence suggests that HLA-B*1502 may be a risk factor for the development of SJS/TEN in patients of Chinese ancestry taking other anti-epileptic drugs associated with SJS/TEN, including phenytoin. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ProgesteroneprogestinModerate

    EQUETRO can reduce the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PromethazineantihistamineModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Propranololbeta blockerModerate

    CYP1A2 and CYP2C19 Inducers: CYP1A2 inducers (e.g., phenytoin, montelukast, smoking) and CYP2C19 inducers (e.g. rifampin) decrease the plasma levels of propranolol resulting in a loss of efficacy [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.7 )] . (Propranolol label, Drug interactions)

  • RepaglinidemeglitinideModerate

    CYP2C8 and CYP3A4 Inducers Intervention: Repaglinide tablets dose increases and increased frequency of glucose monitoring may be required when co‑administered. (Repaglinide label, Drug interactions)

  • RifampinantibioticModerate

    …Hormonal Contraceptives Prevention or Management: Advise patients to change to non-hormonal methods of birth control during rifampin therapy Estrogens Decrease exposure Progestins Anticonvulsants Phenytoin Administered with rifampin 450 mg daily Decrease exposure Antiarrhythmics Disopyramide Decrease exposure Mexiletine Decrease exposure Quinidine Decrease exposure… (Rifampin label, Drug interactions)

  • RiluzoleModerate

    Strong to moderate CYP1A2 inducers: Co-administration may result in decreased efficacy ( 7.2 ) (Riluzole label, Drug interactions)

  • Ropiniroledopamine agonistModerate

    • Inhibitors or inducers of CYP1A2: May alter the clearance of ropinirole; dose adjustment of ropinirole may be required. (Ropinirole label, Drug interactions)

  • RufinamideanticonvulsantModerate

    Limited evidence suggests that HLA-B*1502 may be a risk factor for the development of SJS/TEN in patients of Chinese ancestry taking other anti-epileptic drugs associated with SJS/TEN, including phenytoin. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ScopolamineanticholinergicModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • SolifenacinanticholinergicModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Spironolactonealdosterone antagonistModerate

    Elderly patients and patients treated with diuretics are at greater risk of developing hyponatremia. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Spironolactone and hydrochlorothiazidealdosterone antagonistModerate

    Elderly patients and patients treated with diuretics are at greater risk of developing hyponatremia. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TacrolimusimmunosuppressantModerate

    Tacrolimus When carbamazepine is used with tacrolimus, monitoring of tacrolimus blood concentrations and appropriate dosage adjustments are recommended. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • TadalafilPDE5 inhibitorModerate

    CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g. ketoconazole, ritonavir) increase CIALIS exposure ( 2.7 , 5.10 , 7.2 ) requiring dose adjustment: CIALIS for use as needed: no more than 10 mg every 72 hours CIALIS for once daily use: dose not to exceed 2.5 mg CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampin) decrease CIALIS exposure ( 7.2 ). (Tadalafil label, Drug interactions)

  • TerbinafineantifungalModerate

    Terbinafine clearance is increased 100% by rifampin, a CYP450 enzyme inducer, and decreased 33% by cimetidine, a CYP450 enzyme inhibitor. (Terbinafine label, Drug interactions)

  • TetrabenazineVMAT2 inhibitorModerate

    Alcohol or Other Sedating Drugs Concomitant use of alcohol or other sedating drugs may have additive effects and worsen sedation and somnolence [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] . (Tetrabenazine label, Drug interactions)

  • TheophyllinemethylxanthineModerate

    Cessation of Smoking: Drug Interactions: Adding a drug that inhibits theophylline metabolism (e.g., cimetidine, erythromycin, tacrine) or stopping a concurrently administered drug that enhances theophylline metabolism (e.g., carbamazepine, rifampin). (Theophylline label, Warnings)

  • TiagabineanticonvulsantModerate

    Limited evidence suggests that HLA-B*1502 may be a risk factor for the development of SJS/TEN in patients of Chinese ancestry taking other anti-epileptic drugs associated with SJS/TEN, including phenytoin. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TinidazoleantibioticModerate

    Phenytoin, fosphenytoin: Adjustment of anticonvulsant and/or tinidazole dose(s) may be needed ( 7.1, 7.2 ) (Tinidazole label, Drug interactions)

  • TiotropiumanticholinergicModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TofacitinibimmunosuppressantModerate

    …exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Strong CYP3A4 Inducers (e.g., rifampin) Clinical Impact Decreased exposure to tofacitinib and may result in loss of or reduced clinical response Intervention Concomitant use with XELJANZ/XELJANZ… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • TolterodineanticholinergicModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TopiramateanticonvulsantModerate

    Limited evidence suggests that HLA-B*1502 may be a risk factor for the development of SJS/TEN in patients of Chinese ancestry taking other anti-epileptic drugs associated with SJS/TEN, including phenytoin. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Torsemideloop diureticModerate

    Elderly patients and patients treated with diuretics are at greater risk of developing hyponatremia. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Treprostinilprostaglandin analogModerate

    Co-administration of a CYP2C8 enzyme inducer (e.g., rifampin) may decrease exposure to treprostinil. (Treprostinil label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TriamcinolonecorticosteroidModerate

    Hepatic enzyme inducers (e.g., barbiturates, phenytoin, carbamazepine, rifampin): Drugs which induce hepatic microsomal drug metabolizing enzyme activity may enhance the metabolism of corticosteroids and require that the dosage of the corticosteroid be increased. (Triamcinolone label, Drug interactions)

  • Triamterenepotassium-sparing diureticModerate

    Elderly patients and patients treated with diuretics are at greater risk of developing hyponatremia. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Triamterene and hydrochlorothiazidepotassium-sparing diureticModerate

    Elderly patients and patients treated with diuretics are at greater risk of developing hyponatremia. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TrihexyphenidylanticholinergicModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TrospiumanticholinergicModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Umeclidinium and vilanterolanticholinergicModerate

    Increased Intraocular Pressure Carbamazepine has mild anticholinergic activity. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Valsartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Elderly patients and patients treated with diuretics are at greater risk of developing hyponatremia. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Verapamilcalcium channel blockerModerate

    It may be necessary to reduce the EQUETRO dose if used concomitantly with inhibitors of CYP3A4 and/or epoxide hydrolase. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • VigabatrinanticonvulsantModerate

    Limited evidence suggests that HLA-B*1502 may be a risk factor for the development of SJS/TEN in patients of Chinese ancestry taking other anti-epileptic drugs associated with SJS/TEN, including phenytoin. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • WarfarinanticoagulantModerate

    Warfarin (CYP1A2 and CYP3A4 Substrate) Through induction of CYP1A2 and CYP3A4, EQUETRO decreases the concentration of warfarin and decreases its anticoagulant effectiveness. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • ZonisamideanticonvulsantModerate

    Limited evidence suggests that HLA-B*1502 may be a risk factor for the development of SJS/TEN in patients of Chinese ancestry taking other anti-epileptic drugs associated with SJS/TEN, including phenytoin. (Carbamazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

Minor mentions (48)

  • Drugs metabolized by CYP3A4 or CYP1A2 include the following: Acetaminophen, albendazole, alprazolam, aprepitant, buprenorphone, bupropion, buspirone, citalopram, clobazam, clonazepam, clozapine, cyclosporin, delavirdine, desipramine, diazepam, dicumarol, dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (e.g., felodipine), doxycycline, ethosuximide, everolimus, felbamate,… (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Atenololbeta blockerMinor

    CNS depressants include: alcohol, opioid analgesics, benzodiazepines, tricyclic antidepressants, sedative/hypnotics, anticonvulsants, antipsychotics, antihistamines, anticholinergics, alpha and beta blockers, general anesthetics, muscle relaxants, and illicit CNS depressants. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • AzelastineantihistamineMinor

    CNS depressants include: alcohol, opioid analgesics, benzodiazepines, tricyclic antidepressants, sedative/hypnotics, anticonvulsants, antipsychotics, antihistamines, anticholinergics, alpha and beta blockers, general anesthetics, muscle relaxants, and illicit CNS depressants. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • BeclomethasonecorticosteroidMinor

    …clozapine, cyclosporin, delavirdine, desipramine, diazepam, dicumarol, dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (e.g., felodipine), doxycycline, ethosuximide, everolimus, felbamate, glucocorticoids, haloperidol, imatinib, itraconazole, lamotrigine, levothyroxine, lorazepam, methadone, methsuxamide, mianserin, midazolam, mirtazapine, nefazodone, olanzapine, oral… (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • BetamethasonecorticosteroidMinor

    …clozapine, cyclosporin, delavirdine, desipramine, diazepam, dicumarol, dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (e.g., felodipine), doxycycline, ethosuximide, everolimus, felbamate, glucocorticoids, haloperidol, imatinib, itraconazole, lamotrigine, levothyroxine, lorazepam, methadone, methsuxamide, mianserin, midazolam, mirtazapine, nefazodone, olanzapine, oral… (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Bisoprololbeta blockerMinor

    CNS depressants include: alcohol, opioid analgesics, benzodiazepines, tricyclic antidepressants, sedative/hypnotics, anticonvulsants, antipsychotics, antihistamines, anticholinergics, alpha and beta blockers, general anesthetics, muscle relaxants, and illicit CNS depressants. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Carvedilolbeta blockerMinor

    CNS depressants include: alcohol, opioid analgesics, benzodiazepines, tricyclic antidepressants, sedative/hypnotics, anticonvulsants, antipsychotics, antihistamines, anticholinergics, alpha and beta blockers, general anesthetics, muscle relaxants, and illicit CNS depressants. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • CephalexincephalosporinMinor

    Anticonvulsant therapy can be given if clinically indicated. (Cephalexin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ChloroquineantimalarialMinor

    Cytochrome (CYP) 3A4 inhibitors, epoxide hydrolase inhibitors, CYP3A4 inducers, drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 or CYP3A4 (oral contraceptives, delavirdine, nefazodone), phenytoin, CNS depressants, lithium, chloroquine, mefloquine ( 7.1 , 7.2 , 7.3 ) (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • ClobetasolcorticosteroidMinor

    …clozapine, cyclosporin, delavirdine, desipramine, diazepam, dicumarol, dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (e.g., felodipine), doxycycline, ethosuximide, everolimus, felbamate, glucocorticoids, haloperidol, imatinib, itraconazole, lamotrigine, levothyroxine, lorazepam, methadone, methsuxamide, mianserin, midazolam, mirtazapine, nefazodone, olanzapine, oral… (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Clotrimazoleazole antifungalMinor

    The following drugs are CYP3A4 inhibitors: Acetazolamide, aprepitant, azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, fluconazole, voriconazole ) , cimetidine, ciprofloxacin, clarithromycin, dalfopristin, danazol, dantrolene, delavirdine, diltiazem, erythromycin, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, grapefruit juice, ibuprofen, isoniazid, loratadine, nefazodone, niacinamide,… (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • DesonidecorticosteroidMinor

    …clozapine, cyclosporin, delavirdine, desipramine, diazepam, dicumarol, dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (e.g., felodipine), doxycycline, ethosuximide, everolimus, felbamate, glucocorticoids, haloperidol, imatinib, itraconazole, lamotrigine, levothyroxine, lorazepam, methadone, methsuxamide, mianserin, midazolam, mirtazapine, nefazodone, olanzapine, oral… (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • DexamethasonecorticosteroidMinor

    …clozapine, cyclosporin, delavirdine, desipramine, diazepam, dicumarol, dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (e.g., felodipine), doxycycline, ethosuximide, everolimus, felbamate, glucocorticoids, haloperidol, imatinib, itraconazole, lamotrigine, levothyroxine, lorazepam, methadone, methsuxamide, mianserin, midazolam, mirtazapine, nefazodone, olanzapine, oral… (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Dorzolamide and timololcarbonic anhydrase inhibitorMinor

    CNS depressants include: alcohol, opioid analgesics, benzodiazepines, tricyclic antidepressants, sedative/hypnotics, anticonvulsants, antipsychotics, antihistamines, anticholinergics, alpha and beta blockers, general anesthetics, muscle relaxants, and illicit CNS depressants. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Econazoleazole antifungalMinor

    The following drugs are CYP3A4 inhibitors: Acetazolamide, aprepitant, azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, fluconazole, voriconazole ) , cimetidine, ciprofloxacin, clarithromycin, dalfopristin, danazol, dantrolene, delavirdine, diltiazem, erythromycin, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, grapefruit juice, ibuprofen, isoniazid, loratadine, nefazodone, niacinamide,… (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Epoetin alfaMinor

    The “gasping syndrome” is characterized by central nervous system (CNS) depression, metabolic acidosis, and gasping respirations. (Epoetin alfa label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Esmololbeta blockerMinor

    CNS depressants include: alcohol, opioid analgesics, benzodiazepines, tricyclic antidepressants, sedative/hypnotics, anticonvulsants, antipsychotics, antihistamines, anticholinergics, alpha and beta blockers, general anesthetics, muscle relaxants, and illicit CNS depressants. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Febuxostatxanthine oxidase inhibitorMinor

    Such drugs include the following: Aminophylline, c isplatin, doxorubicin, felbamate, phosphenytoin, methsuximide , phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone, rifampin and theophylline. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • FexofenadineantihistamineMinor

    CNS depressants include: alcohol, opioid analgesics, benzodiazepines, tricyclic antidepressants, sedative/hypnotics, anticonvulsants, antipsychotics, antihistamines, anticholinergics, alpha and beta blockers, general anesthetics, muscle relaxants, and illicit CNS depressants. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • FludrocortisonecorticosteroidMinor

    …clozapine, cyclosporin, delavirdine, desipramine, diazepam, dicumarol, dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (e.g., felodipine), doxycycline, ethosuximide, everolimus, felbamate, glucocorticoids, haloperidol, imatinib, itraconazole, lamotrigine, levothyroxine, lorazepam, methadone, methsuxamide, mianserin, midazolam, mirtazapine, nefazodone, olanzapine, oral… (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • FluocinonidecorticosteroidMinor

    …clozapine, cyclosporin, delavirdine, desipramine, diazepam, dicumarol, dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (e.g., felodipine), doxycycline, ethosuximide, everolimus, felbamate, glucocorticoids, haloperidol, imatinib, itraconazole, lamotrigine, levothyroxine, lorazepam, methadone, methsuxamide, mianserin, midazolam, mirtazapine, nefazodone, olanzapine, oral… (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • GrapefruitFood and drinkMinor

    …itraconazole, fluconazole, voriconazole ) , cimetidine, ciprofloxacin, clarithromycin, dalfopristin, danazol, dantrolene, delavirdine, diltiazem, erythromycin, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, grapefruit juice, ibuprofen, isoniazid, loratadine, nefazodone, niacinamide, nicotinamide, olanzapine, omeprazole, oxybutynin, quinine, quinupristin, ticlopidine, troleandomycin, valproate,… (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • HalobetasolcorticosteroidMinor

    …clozapine, cyclosporin, delavirdine, desipramine, diazepam, dicumarol, dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (e.g., felodipine), doxycycline, ethosuximide, everolimus, felbamate, glucocorticoids, haloperidol, imatinib, itraconazole, lamotrigine, levothyroxine, lorazepam, methadone, methsuxamide, mianserin, midazolam, mirtazapine, nefazodone, olanzapine, oral… (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • HydroxychloroquineQT-prolonging drugMinor

    Antiepileptics The activity of antiepileptic drugs might be impaired if co-administered with PLAQUENIL. (Hydroxychloroquine label, Drug interactions)

  • IbuprofenNSAIDMinor

    …fluconazole, voriconazole ) , cimetidine, ciprofloxacin, clarithromycin, dalfopristin, danazol, dantrolene, delavirdine, diltiazem, erythromycin, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, grapefruit juice, ibuprofen, isoniazid, loratadine, nefazodone, niacinamide, nicotinamide, olanzapine, omeprazole, oxybutynin, quinine, quinupristin, ticlopidine, troleandomycin, valproate, verapamil,… (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Isradipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMinor

    …alprazolam, aprepitant, buprenorphone, bupropion, buspirone, citalopram, clobazam, clonazepam, clozapine, cyclosporin, delavirdine, desipramine, diazepam, dicumarol, dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (e.g., felodipine), doxycycline, ethosuximide, everolimus, felbamate, glucocorticoids, haloperidol, imatinib, itraconazole, lamotrigine, levothyroxine, lorazepam,… (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • KetorolacNSAIDMinor

    Antiepileptic Drugs Sporadic cases of seizures have been reported during concomitant use of ketorolac tromethamine and antiepileptic drugs (phenytoin, carbamazepine). (Ketorolac label, Drug interactions)

  • Labetalolbeta blockerMinor

    CNS depressants include: alcohol, opioid analgesics, benzodiazepines, tricyclic antidepressants, sedative/hypnotics, anticonvulsants, antipsychotics, antihistamines, anticholinergics, alpha and beta blockers, general anesthetics, muscle relaxants, and illicit CNS depressants. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • LeflunomideimmunosuppressantMinor

    Effect on CYP1A2 Substrates Teriflunomide, the active metabolite of ARAVA, may be a weak inducer of CYP1A2 in vivo . (Leflunomide label, Drug interactions)

  • LoratadineantihistamineMinor

    …voriconazole ) , cimetidine, ciprofloxacin, clarithromycin, dalfopristin, danazol, dantrolene, delavirdine, diltiazem, erythromycin, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, grapefruit juice, ibuprofen, isoniazid, loratadine, nefazodone, niacinamide, nicotinamide, olanzapine, omeprazole, oxybutynin, quinine, quinupristin, ticlopidine, troleandomycin, valproate, verapamil, zileuton. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Methimazoleantithyroid drugMinor

    …dicumarol, dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (e.g., felodipine), doxycycline, ethosuximide, everolimus, felbamate, glucocorticoids, haloperidol, imatinib, itraconazole, lamotrigine, levothyroxine, lorazepam, methadone, methsuxamide, mianserin, midazolam, mirtazapine, nefazodone, olanzapine, oral and other hormonal contraceptives, oxcarbazepine, paliperidone, phenytoin,… (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Metoprololbeta blockerMinor

    CNS depressants include: alcohol, opioid analgesics, benzodiazepines, tricyclic antidepressants, sedative/hypnotics, anticonvulsants, antipsychotics, antihistamines, anticholinergics, alpha and beta blockers, general anesthetics, muscle relaxants, and illicit CNS depressants. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Miconazoleazole antifungalMinor

    The following drugs are CYP3A4 inhibitors: Acetazolamide, aprepitant, azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, fluconazole, voriconazole ) , cimetidine, ciprofloxacin, clarithromycin, dalfopristin, danazol, dantrolene, delavirdine, diltiazem, erythromycin, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, grapefruit juice, ibuprofen, isoniazid, loratadine, nefazodone, niacinamide,… (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Nadololbeta blockerMinor

    CNS depressants include: alcohol, opioid analgesics, benzodiazepines, tricyclic antidepressants, sedative/hypnotics, anticonvulsants, antipsychotics, antihistamines, anticholinergics, alpha and beta blockers, general anesthetics, muscle relaxants, and illicit CNS depressants. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Nebivololbeta blockerMinor

    CNS depressants include: alcohol, opioid analgesics, benzodiazepines, tricyclic antidepressants, sedative/hypnotics, anticonvulsants, antipsychotics, antihistamines, anticholinergics, alpha and beta blockers, general anesthetics, muscle relaxants, and illicit CNS depressants. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Nicardipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMinor

    …alprazolam, aprepitant, buprenorphone, bupropion, buspirone, citalopram, clobazam, clonazepam, clozapine, cyclosporin, delavirdine, desipramine, diazepam, dicumarol, dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (e.g., felodipine), doxycycline, ethosuximide, everolimus, felbamate, glucocorticoids, haloperidol, imatinib, itraconazole, lamotrigine, levothyroxine, lorazepam,… (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Nisoldipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMinor

    …alprazolam, aprepitant, buprenorphone, bupropion, buspirone, citalopram, clobazam, clonazepam, clozapine, cyclosporin, delavirdine, desipramine, diazepam, dicumarol, dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (e.g., felodipine), doxycycline, ethosuximide, everolimus, felbamate, glucocorticoids, haloperidol, imatinib, itraconazole, lamotrigine, levothyroxine, lorazepam,… (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • OnabotulinumtoxinAneuromuscular blockerMinor

    N e uromuscular Blocking Agents Resistance to the neuromuscular blocking action of the nondepolarizing neuromuscular blocking agents pancuronium, vecuronium, rocuronium and cisatracurium has occurred in patients chronically administered carbamazepine. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • PentoxifyllinemethylxanthineMinor

    Such drugs include the following: Aminophylline, c isplatin, doxorubicin, felbamate, phosphenytoin, methsuximide , phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone, rifampin and theophylline. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Pindololbeta blockerMinor

    CNS depressants include: alcohol, opioid analgesics, benzodiazepines, tricyclic antidepressants, sedative/hypnotics, anticonvulsants, antipsychotics, antihistamines, anticholinergics, alpha and beta blockers, general anesthetics, muscle relaxants, and illicit CNS depressants. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Prazosinalpha blockerMinor

    …to date with the following: (1) cardiac glycosides– digitalis and digoxin; (2) hypoglycemics–insulin, chlorpropamide, phenformin, tolazamide, and tolbutamide; (3) tranquilizers and sedatives–chlordiazepoxide, diazepam, and phenobarbital; (4) antigout–allopurinol, colchicine, and probenecid; (5) antiarrhythmics–procainamide, propranolol (see WARNINGS however),… (Prazosin label, Drug interactions)

  • Propylthiouracilantithyroid drugMinor

    …dicumarol, dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (e.g., felodipine), doxycycline, ethosuximide, everolimus, felbamate, glucocorticoids, haloperidol, imatinib, itraconazole, lamotrigine, levothyroxine, lorazepam, methadone, methsuxamide, mianserin, midazolam, mirtazapine, nefazodone, olanzapine, oral and other hormonal contraceptives, oxcarbazepine, paliperidone, phenytoin,… (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • RifaximinantibioticMinor

    CYP3A4 Substrates An in vitro study has suggested that rifaximin induces CYP3A4 [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Rifaximin label, Drug interactions)

  • RiociguatvasodilatorMinor

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Strong inducers of CYP3A (for example, rifampin, phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital or St. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • Sotalolbeta blockerMinor

    CNS depressants include: alcohol, opioid analgesics, benzodiazepines, tricyclic antidepressants, sedative/hypnotics, anticonvulsants, antipsychotics, antihistamines, anticholinergics, alpha and beta blockers, general anesthetics, muscle relaxants, and illicit CNS depressants. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • TeriflunomideimmunosuppressantMinor

    Effect of AUBAGIO on CYP1A2 Substrates Teriflunomide may be a weak inducer of CYP1A2 in vivo . (Teriflunomide label, Drug interactions)

  • Timololbeta blockerMinor

    CNS depressants include: alcohol, opioid analgesics, benzodiazepines, tricyclic antidepressants, sedative/hypnotics, anticonvulsants, antipsychotics, antihistamines, anticholinergics, alpha and beta blockers, general anesthetics, muscle relaxants, and illicit CNS depressants. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • Zafirlukastleukotriene receptor antagonistMinor

    No formal drug-drug interaction studies with zafirlukast and other drugs known to be metabolized by the cytochrome P450 2C9 isoenzyme (e.g., tolbutamide, phenytoin, carbamazepine) have been conducted; however, care should be exercised when zafirlukast is coadministered with these drugs . (Zafirlukast label, Precautions)

No significant interaction reported (1)

  • Montelukastleukotriene receptor antagonistNo interaction

    …adjustment is needed when SINGULAIR is co-administered with theophylline, prednisone, prednisolone, oral contraceptives, fexofenadine, digoxin, warfarin, gemfibrozil, itraconazole, thyroid hormones, sedative hypnotics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, benzodiazepines, decongestants, and Cytochrome P450 (CYP) enzyme inducers [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Montelukast label, Drug interactions)

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