Clarithromycin interactions

Clarithromycin (Biaxin), a macrolide antibiotic has 449 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 187 major, 222 moderate, 13 minor, and 27 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.

What Clarithromycin looks like

All 19 versions
Clarithromycin 500 mg tablet: yellow, oval, 18 mm, imprinted D on one side and 63 on the other.
D / 63
500 mg · yellow · oval · 18 mm
Sportpharm
Clarithromycin 500 mg tablet: white, oval, 19 mm, imprinted GG on one side and C9 on the other.
GG / C9
500 mg · white · oval · 19 mm
RedPharm Drug
Clarithromycin 500 mg tablet: white, oval, 19 mm, imprinted S on one side and 4 on the other.
S / 4
500 mg · white · oval · 19 mm
Solaris
Clarithromycin 250 mg tablet: yellow, oval, 15 mm, imprinted D on one side and 62 on the other.
D / 62
250 mg · yellow · oval · 15 mm
Sportpharm

Renderings from the FDA labels' product listings: color, shape, size, and imprint. 19 documented versions from 17 labelers.

Interactions from the label

Major interactions (187)

  • • CYP3A Inhibitors: Avoid co-administration with strong CYP3A inhibitors. (Acalabrutinib label, Drug interactions)

  • Interactions with Drugs Affecting Cytochrome P450 Isoenzymes The effects of concomitant use or discontinuation of cytochrome P450 3A4 inducers, 3A4 inhibitors, or 2D6 inhibitors with codeine are complex. (Acetaminophen and codeine label, Boxed warning)

  • AdenosineantiarrhythmicMajor

    QT Prolongation : Avoid clarithromycin tablets in patients with known QT prolongation or receiving drugs known to prolong the QT interval, ventricular arrhythmia ( torsades de pointes ), hypokalemia/hypomagnesemia, significant bradycardia, or taking Class IA or III antiarrhythmics ( 5.2 ) (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Alfuzosinalpha blockerMajor

    …(Childs-Pugh categories B and C), since alfuzosin blood levels are increased in these patients [see Use in Specific Populations (8.7) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. with potent CYP3A4 inhibitors such as ketoconazole, itraconazole, and ritonavir, since alfuzosin blood levels are increased [see Drug Interactions (7.1) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . in… (Alfuzosin label, Contraindications)

  • AlmotriptantriptanMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • AlprazolambenzodiazepineMajor

    • taking strong cytochrome P450 3A (CYP3A) inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole), except ritonavir [see Dosage and Administration (2.5) , Warnings and Precautions (5.5) , Drug Interactions (7.1) ] . (Alprazolam label, Contraindications)

  • AmiodaroneantiarrhythmicMajor

    QT Prolongation : Avoid clarithromycin tablets in patients with known QT prolongation or receiving drugs known to prolong the QT interval, ventricular arrhythmia ( torsades de pointes ), hypokalemia/hypomagnesemia, significant bradycardia, or taking Class IA or III antiarrhythmics ( 5.2 ) (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Amlodipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMajor

    …with colchicine; markedly increased transaminases with lomitapide; rhabdomyolysis with simvastatin, lovastatin, and atorvastatin; hypoglycemia and cardiac arrhythmias (e.g., torsades de pointes) with disopyramide; and hypotension and acute kidney injury with calcium channel blockers metabolized by CYP3A4 (e.g., verapamil, amlodipine, diltiazem, nifedipine). (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Amlodipine and atorvastatindihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMajor

    In situations where the concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets with atorvastatin or pravastatin cannot be avoided, atorvastatin dose should not exceed 20 mg daily and pravastatin dose should not exceed 40 mg daily. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Amlodipine and benazeprildihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMajor

    …with colchicine; markedly increased transaminases with lomitapide; rhabdomyolysis with simvastatin, lovastatin, and atorvastatin; hypoglycemia and cardiac arrhythmias (e.g., torsades de pointes) with disopyramide; and hypotension and acute kidney injury with calcium channel blockers metabolized by CYP3A4 (e.g., verapamil, amlodipine, diltiazem, nifedipine). (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Amlodipine and olmesartandihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMajor

    …with colchicine; markedly increased transaminases with lomitapide; rhabdomyolysis with simvastatin, lovastatin, and atorvastatin; hypoglycemia and cardiac arrhythmias (e.g., torsades de pointes) with disopyramide; and hypotension and acute kidney injury with calcium channel blockers metabolized by CYP3A4 (e.g., verapamil, amlodipine, diltiazem, nifedipine). (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Amlodipine and valsartandihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMajor

    …with colchicine; markedly increased transaminases with lomitapide; rhabdomyolysis with simvastatin, lovastatin, and atorvastatin; hypoglycemia and cardiac arrhythmias (e.g., torsades de pointes) with disopyramide; and hypotension and acute kidney injury with calcium channel blockers metabolized by CYP3A4 (e.g., verapamil, amlodipine, diltiazem, nifedipine). (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AnagrelideQT-prolonging drugMajor

    Co-administration of these phosphodiesterase inhibitors with clarithromycin is not recommended. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • ApixabananticoagulantMajor

    For patients receiving ELIQUIS at a dose of 2.5 mg twice daily, avoid coadministration with combined P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors [see Dosage and Administration (2.6) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Apixaban label, Drug interactions)

  • AripiprazoleantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • AsenapineantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • AtazanavirantiretroviralMajor

    Doses of clarithromycin greater than 1000 mg per day should not be co-administered with protease inhibitors. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • AtorvastatinstatinMajor

    These include colchicine toxicity with colchicine; markedly increased transaminases with lomitapide; rhabdomyolysis with simvastatin, lovastatin, and atorvastatin; hypoglycemia and cardiac arrhythmias (e.g., torsades de pointes) with disopyramide; and hypotension and acute kidney injury with calcium channel blockers metabolized by CYP3A4 (e.g., verapamil, amlodipine,… (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AvanafilPDE5 inhibitorMajor

    Co-administration of these phosphodiesterase inhibitors with clarithromycin is not recommended. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Azithromycinmacrolide antibioticMajor

    This risk which can be fatal should be considered in patients with certain cardiovascular disorders including known QT prolongation or history torsades de pointes, those with proarrhythmic conditions, and with other drugs that prolong the QT interval. (Azithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Concomitant administration of BIXLENVO with combined P-gp, UGT1A1, and strong CYP3A inhibitors is not recommended. (Bictegravir, emtricitabine, and tenofovir alafenamide label, Drug interactions)

  • BosentanCYP3A4 inducerMajor

    Co-administration of such combinations of a CYP2C9 inhibitor plus a strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitor with TRACLEER is not recommended. (Bosentan label, Drug interactions)

  • • Strong and Moderate CYP3A Inhibitors: Avoid concomitant use with BOSULIF. (Bosutinib label, Drug interactions)

  • BrexpiprazoleantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Bromocriptinedopamine agonistMajor

    Ergot alkaloids (ergotamine or dihydroergotamine) ( 4.6 ) (Clarithromycin label, Contraindications)

  • BuprenorphineopioidMajor

    Evaluate patients starting CYP3A4 inhibitors or stopping CYP3A4 inducers at frequent intervals for respiratory depression. (Buprenorphine label, Drug interactions)

  • Interactions with Drugs Affecting Cytochrome P450 Isoenzymes The effects of concomitant use or discontinuation of cytochrome P450 3A4 inducers, 3A4 inhibitors, or 2D6 inhibitors with codeine are complex. (Butalbital, acetaminophen, caffeine, and codeine label, Boxed warning)

  • The effects of concomitant use or discontinuation of cytochrome P450 3A4 inducers, 3A4 inhibitors, or 2D6 inhibitors with codeine are complex. (Butalbital, aspirin, caffeine, and codeine label, Boxed warning)

  • Cabergolinedopamine agonistMajor

    Ergot alkaloids (ergotamine or dihydroergotamine) ( 4.6 ) (Clarithromycin label, Contraindications)

  • Avoid taking a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, clarithromycin, atazanavir, indinavir, nefazodone, nelfinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir, telithromycin, voriconazole) while taking COMETRIQ or reduce the dosage of COMETRIQ if concomitant use with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors cannot be avoided [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.2 ), Clinical Pharmacology… (Cabozantinib label, Drug interactions)

  • CariprazineantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • ChlorpromazineantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Cilostazolantiplatelet agentMajor

    Co-administration of these phosphodiesterase inhibitors with clarithromycin is not recommended. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • CiprofloxacinfluoroquinoloneMajor

    Avoid use in patients with known prolongation, those with hypokalemia, and with other drugs that prolong the QT interval. (Ciprofloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ClozapineantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • CodeineopioidMajor

    Interactions with Drugs Affecting Cytochrome P450 Isoenzymes The effects of concomitant use or discontinuation of cytochrome P450 3A4 inducers, 3A4 inhibitors, or 2D6 inhibitors with codeine are complex. (Codeine label, Boxed warning)

  • Colchicine in renal or hepatic impairment ( 4.4 ) (Clarithromycin label, Contraindications)

  • DabigatrananticoagulantMajor

    Avoid use of PRADAXA Capsules and P-gp inhibitors in patients with severe renal impairment (CrCl 15-30 mL/min) [see Drug Interactions (7.1) and Use in Specific Populations (8.6) ] . (Dabigatran label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Daridorexantsedative-hypnoticMajor

    Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors: Avoid concomitant use. (Daridorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • DarunavirantiretroviralMajor

    Doses of clarithromycin greater than 1000 mg per day should not be co-administered with protease inhibitors. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Darunavir and cobicistatantiretroviralMajor

    Doses of clarithromycin greater than 1000 mg per day should not be co-administered with protease inhibitors. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Avoid concomitant use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors. (Dasatinib label, Drug interactions)

  • DexamethasonecorticosteroidMajor

    • Avoid concomitant use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors or inducers. (Dexamethasone label, Drug interactions)

  • Dextromethorphan and quinidineserotonergic drugMajor

    …known to prolong the QT interval [see also Contraindications ( 4.2 )] • patients with ongoing proarrhythmic conditions such as uncorrected hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia,clinically significant bradycardia and in patients receiving Class IA (e.g., quinidine, procainamide,disopyramide) or Class III (e.g., dofetilide, amiodarone, sotalol) antiarrhythmic agents. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Digoxindigitalis glycosideMajor

    Some patients have shown clinical signs consistent with digoxin toxicity, including potentially fatal arrhythmias. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Dihydroergotamineergot alkaloidMajor

    Ergot alkaloids (ergotamine or dihydroergotamine) ( 4.6 ) (Clarithromycin label, Contraindications)

  • Diltiazemcalcium channel blockerMajor

    QT Prolongation : Avoid clarithromycin tablets in patients with known QT prolongation or receiving drugs known to prolong the QT interval, ventricular arrhythmia ( torsades de pointes ), hypokalemia/hypomagnesemia, significant bradycardia, or taking Class IA or III antiarrhythmics ( 5.2 ) (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DisopyramideantiarrhythmicMajor

    …with colchicine; markedly increased transaminases with lomitapide; rhabdomyolysis with simvastatin, lovastatin, and atorvastatin; hypoglycemia and cardiac arrhythmias (e.g., torsades de pointes) with disopyramide; and hypotension and acute kidney injury with calcium channel blockers metabolized by CYP3A4 (e.g., verapamil, amlodipine, diltiazem, nifedipine). (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Concomitant use of Docetaxel Injection and drugs that inhibit CYP3A4 may increase exposure to docetaxel and should be avoided. (Docetaxel label, Drug interactions)

  • DofetilideantiarrhythmicMajor

    QT Prolongation : Avoid clarithromycin tablets in patients with known QT prolongation or receiving drugs known to prolong the QT interval, ventricular arrhythmia ( torsades de pointes ), hypokalemia/hypomagnesemia, significant bradycardia, or taking Class IA or III antiarrhythmics ( 5.2 ) (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Avoid concomitant use of Doxorubicin Hydrochloride Injection with inhibitors of CYP3A4, CYP2D6, or P-gp. (Doxorubicin label, Drug interactions)

  • DronedaroneantiarrhythmicMajor

    QT Prolongation : Avoid clarithromycin tablets in patients with known QT prolongation or receiving drugs known to prolong the QT interval, ventricular arrhythmia ( torsades de pointes ), hypokalemia/hypomagnesemia, significant bradycardia, or taking Class IA or III antiarrhythmics ( 5.2 ) (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Dutasteride and tamsulosin5-alpha reductase inhibitorMajor

    Drug-Drug Interactions Strong Inhibitors of Cytochrome P450 (CYP) 3A4 Tamsulosin-containing products, including JALYN, should not be coadministered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole) as this can significantly increase tamsulosin exposure [see Drug Interactions (7.1) , Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Dutasteride and tamsulosin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EletriptantriptanMajor

    • Recent use (i.e., within at least 72 hours) of the following potent CYP3A4 inhibitors: ketoconazole, itraconazole, nefazodone, troleandomycin, clarithromycin, ritonavir, or nelfinavir [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Eletriptan label, Contraindications)

  • Concomitant use of COMPLERA with drugs with a known risk to prolong the QTc interval of the electrocardiogram may increase the risk of Torsade de Pointes. (Emtricitabine, rilpivirine, and tenofovir label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Eplerenonealdosterone antagonistMajor

    …Patients Eplerenone is contraindicated in all patients with: • serum potassium > 5.5 mEq/L at initiation, • creatinine clearance ≤ 30 mL/min, or • concomitant administration of strong CYP3A inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, nefazodone, troleandomycin, clarithromycin, ritonavir, and nelfinavir) [see Drug Interactions (7.1) , Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)… (Eplerenone label, Contraindications)

  • Ergotamine and caffeineergot alkaloidMajor

    The use of clarithromycin with lomitapide, simvastatin, lovastatin, ergotamine, or dihydroergotamine is contraindicated [see Contraindications ( 4.5 , 4.6 ) and Drug Interactions ( 7 )]. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Avoid co-administering erlotinib with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., boceprevir, clarithromycin, conivaptan, indinavir, itraconazole, ketoconazole, lopinavir/ritonavir, nefazodone, nelfinavir, posaconazole, ritonavir, saquinavir, telithromycin, voriconazole, grapefruit or grapefruit juice) or a combined CYP3A4 and CYP1A2 inhibitor (e.g., ciprofloxacin). (Erlotinib label, Drug interactions)

  • Erythromycinmacrolide antibioticMajor

    Hypersensitivity Clarithromycin tablets are contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to clarithromycin, erythromycin, or any of the macrolide antibacterial drugs [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . (Clarithromycin label, Contraindications)

  • Esmololbeta blockerMajor

    QT Prolongation : Avoid clarithromycin tablets in patients with known QT prolongation or receiving drugs known to prolong the QT interval, ventricular arrhythmia ( torsades de pointes ), hypokalemia/hypomagnesemia, significant bradycardia, or taking Class IA or III antiarrhythmics ( 5.2 ) (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Esomeprazoleproton pump inhibitorMajor

    • For information about contraindications of amoxicillin and clarithromycin, indicated in combination with NEXIUM for H. pylori eradication to reduce the risk of duodenal ulcer recurrence, refer to the Contraindications section of the respective prescribing information. (Esomeprazole label, Contraindications)

  • EstazolambenzodiazepineMajor

    Consequently, estazolam should be avoided in patients receiving ketoconazole and itraconazole, which are very potent inhibitors of CYP3A (see CONTRAINDICATIONS ). (Estazolam label, Warnings)

  • EverolimusimmunosuppressantMajor

    Strong CYP3A inhibitor and P-gp inhibitor : Avoid coadministration. (Everolimus label, Drug interactions)

  • Lomitapide, lovastatin, and simvastatin ( 4.5 ) (Clarithromycin label, Contraindications)

  • Felodipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMajor

    …with colchicine; markedly increased transaminases with lomitapide; rhabdomyolysis with simvastatin, lovastatin, and atorvastatin; hypoglycemia and cardiac arrhythmias (e.g., torsades de pointes) with disopyramide; and hypotension and acute kidney injury with calcium channel blockers metabolized by CYP3A4 (e.g., verapamil, amlodipine, diltiazem, nifedipine). (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FentanylopioidMajor

    • Concomitant use with CYP3A4 inhibitors (or discontinuation of CYP3A4 inducers) can result in a fatal overdose of fentanyl. (Fentanyl label, Boxed warning)

  • FesoterodineanticholinergicMajor

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors Doses of Toviaz greater than 4 mg are not recommended in adult patients taking strong CYP3A4 inhibitors, such as ketoconazole, itraconazole, and clarithromycin [see Dosage and Administration (2.5) ]. (Fesoterodine label, Drug interactions)

  • FlecainideantiarrhythmicMajor

    QT Prolongation : Avoid clarithromycin tablets in patients with known QT prolongation or receiving drugs known to prolong the QT interval, ventricular arrhythmia ( torsades de pointes ), hypokalemia/hypomagnesemia, significant bradycardia, or taking Class IA or III antiarrhythmics ( 5.2 ) (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FlibanserinCNS depressantMajor

    Contraindicated with Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors The concomitant use of ADDYI and moderate or strong CYP3A4 inhibitors increases flibanserin concentrations, which can cause severe hypotension and syncope [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Flibanserin label, Boxed warning)

  • Fluconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    Coadministration of other drugs known to prolong the QT interval and which are metabolized via the enzyme CYP3A4 such as erythromycin, pimozide, and quinidine are contraindicated in patients receiving fluconazole. (Fluconazole label, Contraindications)

  • FluphenazineantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • FluticasonecorticosteroidMajor

    Strong cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir, ketoconazole): Use not recommended. (Fluticasone label, Drug interactions)

  • Fluticasone and salmeterolcorticosteroidMajor

    Avoid strong cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir, ketoconazole): May increase risk of systemic corticosteroid and cardiovascular effects. (Fluticasone and salmeterol label, Drug interactions)

  • FluvastatinstatinMajor

    Concomitant administration of clarithromycin tablets with HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins) that are extensively metabolized by CYP3A4 (lovastatin or simvastatin) is contraindicated, due to the increased risk of myopathy, including rhabdomyolysis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ) and Drug Interactions ( 7 )]. (Clarithromycin label, Contraindications)

  • FosamprenavirantiretroviralMajor

    Doses of clarithromycin greater than 1000 mg per day should not be co-administered with protease inhibitors. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • FosaprepitantCYP3A4 inhibitorMajor

    Intervention Avoid concomitant use of FOCINVEZ Examples Moderate inhibitor: diltiazem Strong inhibitors: ketoconazole, itraconazole, nefazodone, troleandomycin, clarithromycin, ritonavir, nelfinavir Strong CYP3A4 Inducers Clinical Impact Substantially decreased exposure of aprepitant in patients chronically taking a strong CYP3A4 inducer may decrease the efficacy… (Fosaprepitant label, Drug interactions)

  • FoscarnetantiviralMajor

    (See DOSAGE and ADMINISTRATION. ) Because of the risk of QT prolongation and the potential for torsades de pointes, the use of FOSCAVIR should be avoided in combination with agents known to prolong the QT interval including Class IA (e.g., quinidine or procainamide) or Class III (e.g., dofetilide, amiodarone, sotalol) antiarrhythmic agents, phenothiazines, tricyclic… (Foscarnet label, Drug interactions)

  • FosfomycinantibioticMajor

    Avoid co-administration of CONTEPO with drugs known to prolong the QT interval. (Fosfomycin label, Drug interactions)

  • HaloperidolantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • HydrocodoneopioidMajor

    Cytochrome P450 3A4 Interaction The concomitant use of HYSINGLA ER with all cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibitors may result in an increase in hydrocodone plasma concentrations, which could increase or prolong adverse reactions and may cause potentially fatal respiratory depression. (Hydrocodone label, Boxed warning)

  • Cytochrome P450 3A4 Interaction The concomitant use of hydrocodone bitartrate and acetaminophen tablets with all Cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibitors may result in an increase in hydrocodone plasma concentrations, which could increase or prolong adverse reactions and may cause potentially fatal respiratory depression. (Hydrocodone and acetaminophen label, Boxed warning)

  • Cytochrome P450 3A4 Interaction The concomitant use of Hydrocodone Polistirex and Chlorpheniramine Polistirex with all cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibitors may result in an increase in hydrocodone plasma concentrations, which could increase or prolong adverse drug effects and may cause potentially fatal respiratory depression. (Hydrocodone and chlorpheniramine label, Boxed warning)

  • Cytochrome P450 3A4 Interaction The concomitant use of hydrocodone bitartrate and homatropine methylbromide with all cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibitors may result in an increase in hydrocodone plasma concentrations, which could increase or prolong adverse drug effects and may cause potentially fatal respiratory depression. (Hydrocodone and homatropine label, Boxed warning)

  • Cytochrome P450 3A4 Interaction The concomitant use of Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Ibuprofen Tablets with all cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibitors may result in an increase in hydrocodone plasma concentrations, which may cause potentially fatal respiratory depression. (Hydrocodone and ibuprofen label, Boxed warning)

  • HydroxychloroquineQT-prolonging drugMajor

    Therefore, PLAQUENIL is not recommended in patients taking other drugs that have the potential to prolong the QT interval. (Hydroxychloroquine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • IbutilideantiarrhythmicMajor

    QT Prolongation : Avoid clarithromycin tablets in patients with known QT prolongation or receiving drugs known to prolong the QT interval, ventricular arrhythmia ( torsades de pointes ), hypokalemia/hypomagnesemia, significant bradycardia, or taking Class IA or III antiarrhythmics ( 5.2 ) (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • IloperidoneantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • • Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Do not administer strong CYP3A4 inhibitors with CAMPTOSAR. (Irinotecan label, Drug interactions)

  • Isradipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMajor

    …with colchicine; markedly increased transaminases with lomitapide; rhabdomyolysis with simvastatin, lovastatin, and atorvastatin; hypoglycemia and cardiac arrhythmias (e.g., torsades de pointes) with disopyramide; and hypotension and acute kidney injury with calcium channel blockers metabolized by CYP3A4 (e.g., verapamil, amlodipine, diltiazem, nifedipine). (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • …bradycardia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] • Severe hepatic impairment [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.6 )] • Pacemaker dependence (heart rate maintained exclusively by the pacemaker) [see Drug Interactions ( 7.3 )] • Concomitant use of strong cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) inhibitors [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )] Acute decompensated heart failure ( 4 ) (Ivabradine label, Contraindications)

  • Lansoprazoleproton pump inhibitorMajor

    For information about contraindications of antibacterial agents (clarithromycin and amoxicillin) indicated in combination with PREVACID or PREVACID SoluTab, refer to the Contraindications section of their prescribing information. (Lansoprazole label, Contraindications)

  • LapatinibP-glycoprotein inhibitorMajor

    Avoid strong CYP3A4 inhibitors. (Lapatinib label, Drug interactions)

  • Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Avoid coadministration of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors with VITRAKVI. (Larotrectinib label, Drug interactions)

  • Lemborexantsedative-hypnoticMajor

    Strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitors: Avoid concomitant use. (Lemborexant label, Drug interactions)

  • LevofloxacinfluoroquinoloneMajor

    Avoid use in patients with known prolongation, those with hypokalemia, and with other drugs that prolong the QT interval ( 5.11 , 8.5 ) (Levofloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Lidocainelocal anestheticMajor

    QT Prolongation : Avoid clarithromycin tablets in patients with known QT prolongation or receiving drugs known to prolong the QT interval, ventricular arrhythmia ( torsades de pointes ), hypokalemia/hypomagnesemia, significant bradycardia, or taking Class IA or III antiarrhythmics ( 5.2 ) (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Lidocaine and prilocainelocal anestheticMajor

    QT Prolongation : Avoid clarithromycin tablets in patients with known QT prolongation or receiving drugs known to prolong the QT interval, ventricular arrhythmia ( torsades de pointes ), hypokalemia/hypomagnesemia, significant bradycardia, or taking Class IA or III antiarrhythmics ( 5.2 ) (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Lomitapide, lovastatin, and simvastatin ( 4.5 ) (Clarithromycin label, Contraindications)

  • Lopinavir and ritonavirantiretroviralMajor

    Doses of clarithromycin greater than 1000 mg per day should not be co-administered with protease inhibitors. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • LorlatinibCYP3A4 inducerMajor

    • Strong CYP3A Inhibitors : Avoid concomitant use; reduce LORBRENA dose if concomitant use cannot be avoided. (Lorlatinib label, Drug interactions)

  • LovastatinstatinMajor

    Lomitapide, lovastatin, and simvastatin ( 4.5 ) (Clarithromycin label, Contraindications)

  • LoxapineantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • LumateperoneantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • LurasidoneantipsychoticMajor

    Lurasidone ( 4.7 ) (Clarithromycin label, Contraindications)

  • Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (ketoconazole, ritonavir) increase exposure to macitentan: avoid co-administration with OPSUMIT ( 7.2 , 12.3 ) . (Macitentan label, Drug interactions)

  • MaravirocantiretroviralMajor

    SELZENTRY is contraindicated in patients with severe renal impairment or ESRD (creatinine clearance [CrCl] less than 30 mL per minute) who are concomitantly taking potent CYP3A inhibitors or inducers [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )]. (Maraviroc label, Contraindications)

  • MeperidineopioidMajor

    Cytochrome P450 3A4 Interaction The concomitant use of DEMEROL Injection with all cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibitors may result in an increase in meperidine plasma concentrations, which could increase or prolong adverse reactions and may cause potentially fatal respiratory depression. (Meperidine label, Boxed warning)

  • Methylergonovineergot alkaloidMajor

    Ergot alkaloids (ergotamine or dihydroergotamine) ( 4.6 ) (Clarithromycin label, Contraindications)

  • MexiletineantiarrhythmicMajor

    QT Prolongation : Avoid clarithromycin tablets in patients with known QT prolongation or receiving drugs known to prolong the QT interval, ventricular arrhythmia ( torsades de pointes ), hypokalemia/hypomagnesemia, significant bradycardia, or taking Class IA or III antiarrhythmics ( 5.2 ) (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MilrinonePDE3 inhibitorMajor

    Co-administration of these phosphodiesterase inhibitors with clarithromycin is not recommended. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • MirtazapineantidepressantMajor

    Examples diazepam, alprazolam, alcohol Drugs that Prolong QTc Interval Clinical Impact The concomitant use of other drugs which prolong the QTc interval with REMERON/REMERONSolTab, increase the risk of QT prolongation and/or ventricular arrhythmias (e.g., Torsades de Pointes). (Mirtazapine label, Drug interactions)

  • MitapivatCYP3A4 inducerMajor

    Strong CYP3A Inhibitors and Inducers: Avoid concomitant use. (Mitapivat label, Drug interactions)

  • Naloxegolopioid antagonistMajor

    Patients concomitantly using strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., clarithromycin, ketoconazole) because these medications can significantly increase exposure to naloxegol which may precipitate opioid withdrawal symptoms such as hyperhidrosis, chills, diarrhea, abdominal pain, anxiety, irritability, and yawning [see Drug Interactions (7.1) and Clinical Pharmacology… (Naloxegol label, Contraindications)

  • Nicardipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMajor

    …with colchicine; markedly increased transaminases with lomitapide; rhabdomyolysis with simvastatin, lovastatin, and atorvastatin; hypoglycemia and cardiac arrhythmias (e.g., torsades de pointes) with disopyramide; and hypotension and acute kidney injury with calcium channel blockers metabolized by CYP3A4 (e.g., verapamil, amlodipine, diltiazem, nifedipine). (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Nifedipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMajor

    …with colchicine; markedly increased transaminases with lomitapide; rhabdomyolysis with simvastatin, lovastatin, and atorvastatin; hypoglycemia and cardiac arrhythmias (e.g., torsades de pointes) with disopyramide; and hypotension and acute kidney injury with calcium channel blockers metabolized by CYP3A4 (e.g., verapamil, amlodipine, diltiazem, nifedipine). (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • NilotinibQT-prolonging drugMajor

    Avoid use of concomitant drugs known to prolong the QT interval and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 , 7.2 )] . (Nilotinib label, Boxed warning)

  • Nimodipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMajor

    …with colchicine; markedly increased transaminases with lomitapide; rhabdomyolysis with simvastatin, lovastatin, and atorvastatin; hypoglycemia and cardiac arrhythmias (e.g., torsades de pointes) with disopyramide; and hypotension and acute kidney injury with calcium channel blockers metabolized by CYP3A4 (e.g., verapamil, amlodipine, diltiazem, nifedipine). (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Nisoldipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMajor

    …with colchicine; markedly increased transaminases with lomitapide; rhabdomyolysis with simvastatin, lovastatin, and atorvastatin; hypoglycemia and cardiac arrhythmias (e.g., torsades de pointes) with disopyramide; and hypotension and acute kidney injury with calcium channel blockers metabolized by CYP3A4 (e.g., verapamil, amlodipine, diltiazem, nifedipine). (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OlanzapineantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Olanzapine and fluoxetineantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Olmesartan, amlodipine, and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Major

    …with colchicine; markedly increased transaminases with lomitapide; rhabdomyolysis with simvastatin, lovastatin, and atorvastatin; hypoglycemia and cardiac arrhythmias (e.g., torsades de pointes) with disopyramide; and hypotension and acute kidney injury with calcium channel blockers metabolized by CYP3A4 (e.g., verapamil, amlodipine, diltiazem, nifedipine). (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Omeprazoleproton pump inhibitorMajor

    • For information about contraindications of antibacterial agents (clarithromycin and amoxicillin) indicated in combination with PRILOSEC, refer to the CONTRAINDICATIONS section of their package inserts. (Omeprazole label, Contraindications)

  • Avoid coadministration of oxaliplatin injection with medicinal products with a known potential to prolong the QT interval. (Oxaliplatin label, Drug interactions)

  • OxycodoneopioidMajor

    Cytochrome P450 3A4 Interaction The concomitant use of Oxycodone Hydrochloride Oral Solution with all cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibitors may result in an increase in oxycodone plasma concentrations, which could increase or prolong adverse reactions and may cause potentially fatal respiratory depression. (Oxycodone label, Boxed warning)

  • Cytochrome P450 3A4 Interaction The concomitant use of oxycodone hydrochloride tablets with all cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibitors may result in an increase in oxycodone plasma concentrations, which could increase or prolong adverse reactions and may cause potentially fatal respiratory depression. (Oxycodone and acetaminophen label, Boxed warning)

  • PalbociclibCYP3A4 inhibitorMajor

    Avoid concomitant use of strong CYP3A inhibitors (e.g., clarithromycin, indinavir, itraconazole, ketoconazole, lopinavir/ritonavir, nefazodone, nelfinavir, posaconazole, ritonavir, saquinavir, telaprevir, telithromycin, and voriconazole). (Palbociclib label, Drug interactions)

  • PaliperidoneantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Avoid coadministration of VOTRIENT with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors. (Pazopanib label, Drug interactions)

  • PerphenazineantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • PhenobarbitalbarbiturateMajor

    Drugs that Prolong the QT Interval : Avoid concomitant use. (Phenobarbital label, Drug interactions)

  • PimavanserinantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • PimozideantipsychoticMajor

    Cisapride and pimozide ( 4.2 ) (Clarithromycin label, Contraindications)

  • PitavastatinstatinMajor

    Concomitant administration of clarithromycin tablets with HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins) that are extensively metabolized by CYP3A4 (lovastatin or simvastatin) is contraindicated, due to the increased risk of myopathy, including rhabdomyolysis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ) and Drug Interactions ( 7 )]. (Clarithromycin label, Contraindications)

  • PitolisantQT-prolonging drugMajor

    The use of WAKIX should be avoided in patients with known QT prolongation or in combination with other drugs known to prolong the QT interval [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )]. (Pitolisant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PravastatinstatinMajor

    In situations where the concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets with atorvastatin or pravastatin cannot be avoided, atorvastatin dose should not exceed 20 mg daily and pravastatin dose should not exceed 40 mg daily. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Colchicine in renal or hepatic impairment ( 4.4 ) (Clarithromycin label, Contraindications)

  • ProcainamideantiarrhythmicMajor

    QT Prolongation : Avoid clarithromycin tablets in patients with known QT prolongation or receiving drugs known to prolong the QT interval, ventricular arrhythmia ( torsades de pointes ), hypokalemia/hypomagnesemia, significant bradycardia, or taking Class IA or III antiarrhythmics ( 5.2 ) (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ProchlorperazineantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Interactions with Drugs Affecting Cytochrome P450 Isoenzymes The effects of concomitant use or discontinuation of cytochrome P450 3A4 inducers, 3A4 inhibitors, or 2D6 inhibitors with codeine are complex, requiring careful consideration of the effects on the parent drug, codeine, and the active metabolite, morphine. (Promethazine and codeine label, Boxed warning)

  • PropafenoneantiarrhythmicMajor

    QT Prolongation : Avoid clarithromycin tablets in patients with known QT prolongation or receiving drugs known to prolong the QT interval, ventricular arrhythmia ( torsades de pointes ), hypokalemia/hypomagnesemia, significant bradycardia, or taking Class IA or III antiarrhythmics ( 5.2 ) (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • QuetiapineantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • QuinidineantiarrhythmicMajor

    QT Prolongation : Avoid clarithromycin tablets in patients with known QT prolongation or receiving drugs known to prolong the QT interval, ventricular arrhythmia ( torsades de pointes ), hypokalemia/hypomagnesemia, significant bradycardia, or taking Class IA or III antiarrhythmics ( 5.2 ) (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • QuinineantimalarialMajor

    The use of macrolide antibiotics such as erythromycin should be avoided in patients receiving quinine sulfate. (Quinine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Rabeprazoleproton pump inhibitorMajor

    For information about contraindications of antibacterial agents (clarithromycin and amoxicillin) indicated in combination with ACIPHEX delayed-release tablets, refer to the Contraindications section of their package inserts. (Rabeprazole label, Contraindications)

  • 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)

  • RilpivirineantiretroviralMajor

    Macrolide or ketolide antibiotics: azithromycin clarithromycin erythromycin ↑ rilpivirine ↔ azithromycin ↔ clarithromycin ↔ erythromycin Macrolides are expected to increase concentrations of rilpivirine and are associated with a risk of Torsade de Pointes [Warnings and Precautions (5.4)]. (Rilpivirine label, Drug interactions)

  • • Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Avoid concomitant administration. (Rimegepant label, Drug interactions)

  • RisperidoneantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • RitonavirantiretroviralMajor

    Doses of clarithromycin greater than 1000 mg per day should not be co-administered with protease inhibitors. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • RivaroxabananticoagulantMajor

    Use with P-gp and Strong CYP3A Inhibitors or Inducers Avoid concomitant use of XARELTO with known combined P-gp and strong CYP3A inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) ] . (Rivaroxaban label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RosuvastatinstatinMajor

    Concomitant administration of clarithromycin tablets with HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins) that are extensively metabolized by CYP3A4 (lovastatin or simvastatin) is contraindicated, due to the increased risk of myopathy, including rhabdomyolysis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ) and Drug Interactions ( 7 )]. (Clarithromycin label, Contraindications)

  • Salmeterolbeta-adrenergic agonistMajor

    • Strong cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir, ketoconazole): Use not recommended. (Salmeterol label, Drug interactions)

  • SertralineSSRIMajor

    Avoid the concomitant use of drugs known to prolong the QTc interval. (Sertraline label, Drug interactions)

  • SildenafilPDE5 inhibitorMajor

    Co-administration of these phosphodiesterase inhibitors with clarithromycin is not recommended. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Silodosinalpha blockerMajor

    Severe renal impairment (CCr < 30 mL/min) Severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh score ≥ 10) Concomitant administration with strong Cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, clarithromycin, itraconazole, ritonavir) [see DRUG INTERACTIONS (7.1) ] Patients with a history of hypersensitivity to silodosin or any of the ingredients in silodosin capsules… (Silodosin label, Contraindications)

  • SimvastatinstatinMajor

    Lomitapide, lovastatin, and simvastatin ( 4.5 ) (Clarithromycin 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)

  • SolifenacinanticholinergicMajor

    The dosage of Solifenacin succinate tablets greater than 5 mg once daily is not recommended when concomitantly used with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 )] . (Solifenacin label, Drug interactions)

  • Sotalolbeta blockerMajor

    QT Prolongation : Avoid clarithromycin tablets in patients with known QT prolongation or receiving drugs known to prolong the QT interval, ventricular arrhythmia ( torsades de pointes ), hypokalemia/hypomagnesemia, significant bradycardia, or taking Class IA or III antiarrhythmics ( 5.2 ) (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Suvorexantsedative-hypnoticMajor

    CYP3A Inhibitors Concomitant use of BELSOMRA with strong inhibitors of CYP3A (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole, clarithromycin, nefazodone, ritonavir, saquinavir, nelfinavir, indinavir, boceprevir, telaprevir, telithromycin and conivaptan) is not recommended [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • SuzetrigineCYP3A4 inducerMajor

    Concomitant use of JOURNAVX with strong CYP3A inhibitors is contraindicated [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) , Drug Interactions (7.1) ] . (Suzetrigine label, Contraindications)

  • TadalafilPDE5 inhibitorMajor

    Co-administration of these phosphodiesterase inhibitors with clarithromycin is not recommended. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Effect of Other Drugs on TALZENNA Effect of P-gp Inhibitors Breast Cancer Avoid coadministration of TALZENNA with the following P-gp inhibitors: itraconazole, amiodarone, carvedilol, clarithromycin, itraconazole, and verapamil. (Talazoparib label, Drug interactions)

  • Tamsulosinalpha blockerMajor

    • Should not be used in combination with strong inhibitors of CYP3A4. (Tamsulosin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Telmisartan and amlodipineangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Major

    …with colchicine; markedly increased transaminases with lomitapide; rhabdomyolysis with simvastatin, lovastatin, and atorvastatin; hypoglycemia and cardiac arrhythmias (e.g., torsades de pointes) with disopyramide; and hypotension and acute kidney injury with calcium channel blockers metabolized by CYP3A4 (e.g., verapamil, amlodipine, diltiazem, nifedipine). (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TetrabenazineVMAT2 inhibitorMajor

    Certain conditions may increase the risk for torsade de pointes or sudden death such as (1) bradycardia; (2) hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia; (3) concomitant use of other drugs that prolong the QTc interval; and (4) presence of congenital prolongation of the QT interval [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 ), Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) ]. (Tetrabenazine label, Drug interactions)

  • ThioridazineantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Avoid co-administration of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., itraconazole, clarithromycin, ritonavir) and strong CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampin, phenytoin) with TEPADINA due to the potential effects on efficacy and toxicity [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 ) ] . (Thiotepa label, Drug interactions)

  • ThiothixeneantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Ticagrelorantiplatelet agentMajor

    Avoid use of strong inhibitors of CYP3A (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, voriconazole, clarithromycin, nefazodone, ritonavir, saquinavir, nelfinavir, indinavir, atazanavir and telithromycin) [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Ticagrelor label, Drug interactions)

  • …dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) outside of FDA-approved REMS [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Unable to sense or respond to thirst Hypovolemic hyponatremia Taking strong CYP3A inhibitors [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Anuria Hypersensitivity (e.g., anaphylactic shock, rash generalized) to tolvaptan or any components of the product [see Adverse… (Tolvaptan label, Contraindications)

  • Avoid concomitant use HYCAMTIN capsules with P-gp inhibitors or BCRP inhibitors. (Topotecan label, Drug interactions)

  • Toremifeneselective estrogen receptor modulatorMajor

    Drugs known to prolong the QT interval and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . (Toremifene label, Boxed warning)

  • CYP3A inhibitors: Avoid concomitant strong CYP3A inhibitors ( 7.1 ) (Trabectedin label, Drug interactions)

  • TramadolopioidMajor

    The effects of concomitant use or discontinuation of cytochrome P450 3A4 inducers, 3A4 inhibitors, or 2D6 inhibitors with tramadol are complex. (Tramadol label, Boxed warning)

  • Interactions with Drugs Affecting Cytochrome P450 Isoenzymes The effects of concomitant use or discontinuation of cytochrome P450 3A4 inducers, 3A4 inhibitors, or 2D6 inhibitors with tramadol are complex. (Tramadol and acetaminophen label, Boxed warning)

  • TrazodoneantidepressantMajor

    The use of RALDESY Should be avoided in patients with known QT prolongation or in combination with other drugs that are inhibitors of CYP3A4 (e.g., itraconazole, clarithromycin, voriconazole), or known to prolong QT interval including Class 1A antiarrhythmics (e.g., quinidine, procainamide) or Class 3 antiarrhythmics (e.g., amiodarone, sotalol), certain antipsychotic… (Trazodone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TretinoinretinoidMajor

    • Strong CYP3A Inhibitors and Inducers: Avoid coadministration with strong CYP3A inhibitors and inducers. (Tretinoin label, Drug interactions)

  • TriazolambenzodiazepineMajor

    Strong CYP 3A Inhibitors Triazolam is contraindicated in patients receiving strong inhibitors of CYP 3A such as ketoconazole, itraconazole, nefazodone, ritonavir, indinavir, nelfinavir, saquinavir, and lopinavir [see Contraindications (4) , Drug Interactions (7.1) ] . (Triazolam label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TrifluoperazineantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • UBRELVY is contraindicated: With concomitant use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )] In patients with a history of serious hypersensitivity to ubrogepant or any component of UBRELVY. (Ubrogepant label, Contraindications)

  • UpadacitinibimmunosuppressantMajor

    For patients with atopic dermatitis, coadministration of RINVOQ 30 mg once daily with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors is not recommended. (Upadacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • VardenafilPDE5 inhibitorMajor

    Co-administration of these phosphodiesterase inhibitors with clarithromycin is not recommended. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Avoid concomitant use of VEPPANU with strong CYP3A inhibitors or drugs known to prolong the QTc interval. (Vepdegestrant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Verapamilcalcium channel blockerMajor

    QT Prolongation : Avoid clarithromycin tablets in patients with known QT prolongation or receiving drugs known to prolong the QT interval, ventricular arrhythmia ( torsades de pointes ), hypokalemia/hypomagnesemia, significant bradycardia, or taking Class IA or III antiarrhythmics ( 5.2 ) (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Therefore, the concomitant use of strong CYP3A inhibitors with vincristine sulfate should be avoided. (Vincristine label, Drug interactions)

  • ZiprasidoneantipsychoticMajor

    Colchicine (in patients with normal renal and hepatic function) Use With Caution Antipsychotics: Pimozide Contraindicated Pimozide: [See Contraindications ( 4.2 )] Quetiapine Lurasidone Quetiapine: Quetiapine is a substrate for CYP3A4, which is inhibited by clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

Moderate interactions (222)

  • AcarboseantidiabeticModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AfatinibModerate

    P-glycoprotein (P-gp) Inhibitors : Co-administration of P-gp inhibitors can increase afatinib exposure. (Afatinib label, Drug interactions)

  • Allopurinolxanthine oxidase inhibitorModerate

    Xanthine Derivatives: Theophylline Use With Caution Theophylline: Clarithromycin use in patients who are receiving theophylline may be associated with an increase of serum theophylline concentrations [see Pharmacokinetics ( 12.3 )] . (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • AlogliptinDPP-4 inhibitorModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Alogliptin and metforminDPP-4 inhibitorModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AlosetronModerate

    CYP3A4 inhibitors: Use with caution in combination due to increased exposure of alosetron. (Alosetron label, Drug interactions)

  • AminophyllinemethylxanthineModerate

    Xanthine Derivatives: Theophylline Use With Caution Theophylline: Clarithromycin use in patients who are receiving theophylline may be associated with an increase of serum theophylline concentrations [see Pharmacokinetics ( 12.3 )] . (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • AprepitantCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    Miscellaneous Cytochrome P450 Inducers: Efavirenz Nevirapine Rifampicin Rifabutin Rifapentine Use With Caution Inducers of CYP3A enzymes, such as efavirenz, nevirapine, rifampicin, rifabutin, and rifapentine will increase the metabolism of clarithromycin, thus decreasing plasma concentrations of clarithromycin, while increasing those of 14-OH-clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Arformoterolbeta-adrenergic agonistModerate

    MAO inhibitors, tricyclic antidepressants and drugs that prolong the QTc interval may potentiate effect on the cardiovascular system. (Arformoterol label, Drug interactions)

  • ArgatrobananticoagulantModerate

    Oral Anticoagulants: There is a risk of serious hemorrhage and significant elevations in INR and prothrombin time when clarithromycin is co-administered with warfarin. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ArmodafinilCNS stimulantModerate

    Miscellaneous Cytochrome P450 Inducers: Efavirenz Nevirapine Rifampicin Rifabutin Rifapentine Use With Caution Inducers of CYP3A enzymes, such as efavirenz, nevirapine, rifampicin, rifabutin, and rifapentine will increase the metabolism of clarithromycin, thus decreasing plasma concentrations of clarithromycin, while increasing those of 14-OH-clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • AxitinibModerate

    CYP3A4/5 Inhibitors Co-administration of ketoconazole, a strong inhibitor of CYP3A4/5, increased the plasma exposure of axitinib in healthy volunteers. (Axitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • Azelastine and fluticasoneantihistamineModerate

    Use of Cytochrome P450 3A4 Inhibitors Ritonavir and other strong cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) inhibitors can significantly increase plasma fluticasone propionate exposure, resulting in significantly reduced serum cortisol concentrations [see Drug Interactions ( 7.2 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Azelastine and fluticasone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • BexagliflozinSGLT2 inhibitorModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Drugs that Prolong the QT interval QT prolongation has been reported with metronidazole, a component of bismuth subcitrate potassium, metronidazole and tetracycline hydrochloride, particularly when administered with drugs with the potential for prolonging the QT interval. (Bismuth subcitrate, metronidazole, and tetracycline label, Warnings and precautions)

  • BivalirudinanticoagulantModerate

    Oral Anticoagulants: There is a risk of serious hemorrhage and significant elevations in INR and prothrombin time when clarithromycin is co-administered with warfarin. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • BortezomibModerate

    Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Closely monitor patients with concomitant use. (Bortezomib label, Drug interactions)

  • BrincidofovirantiviralModerate

    Effect of Other Drugs on TEMBEXA Inhibitors for Organic Anion Transporting Polypeptide (OATP) 1B1 and 1B3 Concomitant use of TEMBEXA with OATP1B1 and 1B3 inhibitors (clarithromycin, cyclosporine, erythromycin, gemfibrozil, human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] and hepatitis C virus [HCV] protease inhibitors, rifampin [single dose]) increase brincidofovir AUC and… (Brincidofovir label, Drug interactions)

  • BrivaracetamanticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • BudesonidecorticosteroidModerate

    Interactions with Strong Cytochrome P450 3A4 Inhibitors Caution should be exercised when considering the co-administration of PULMICORT FLEXHALER with ketoconazole, and other known strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir, atazanavir, clarithromycin, indinavir, itraconazole, nefazodone, nelfinavir, saquinavir, telithromycin) because adverse effects related to… (Budesonide label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Budesonide and formoterolcorticosteroidModerate

    Strong cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir): Risk of increased systemic corticosteroid effects. (Budesonide and formoterol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The risk of combining buprenorphine with other QT-prolonging agents is not known. (Buprenorphine and naloxone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Buspironeserotonergic drugModerate

    Other inhibitors and inducers of CYP3A4: Substances that inhibit CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole or ritonavir, may inhibit buspirone metabolism and increase plasma concentrations of buspirone while substances that induce CYP3A4, such as dexamethasone or certain anticonvulsants (phenytoin, phenobarbital, carbamazepine), may increase the rate of buspirone metabolism. (Buspirone label, Drug interactions)

  • Xanthine Derivatives: Theophylline Use With Caution Theophylline: Clarithromycin use in patients who are receiving theophylline may be associated with an increase of serum theophylline concentrations [see Pharmacokinetics ( 12.3 )] . (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Xanthine Derivatives: Theophylline Use With Caution Theophylline: Clarithromycin use in patients who are receiving theophylline may be associated with an increase of serum theophylline concentrations [see Pharmacokinetics ( 12.3 )] . (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • CanagliflozinSGLT2 inhibitorModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Cannabidiol (prescription)anticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • CarbamazepineanticonvulsantModerate

    Clarithromycin tablets should be used with caution in patients receiving treatment with other drugs known to be CYP3A enzyme substrates, especially if the CYP3A substrate has a narrow safety margin (e.g., carbamazepine) and/or the substrate is extensively metabolized by this enzyme. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • CenobamateanticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • ChlordiazepoxidebenzodiazepineModerate

    Benzodiazepines: Increased sedation and prolongation of sedation have been reported with concomitant administration of clarithromycin and triazolobenzodiazepines, such as triazolam and midazolam [see Drug Interactions ( 7 )] . (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Chlordiazepoxide and clidiniumbenzodiazepineModerate

    Benzodiazepines: Increased sedation and prolongation of sedation have been reported with concomitant administration of clarithromycin and triazolobenzodiazepines, such as triazolam and midazolam [see Drug Interactions ( 7 )] . (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CiclesonidecorticosteroidModerate

    In a drug interaction study, co-administration of orally inhaled ciclesonide and oral ketoconazole, a potent inhibitor of cytochrome P450 3A4, increased the exposure (AUC) of des-ciclesonide by approximately 3.6-fold at steady state, while levels of ciclesonide remained unchanged. (Ciclesonide label, Drug interactions)

  • CinacalcetCYP2D6 inhibitorModerate

    QT Interval Prolongation and V entricular A rr h ythmia Decreases in serum calcium can also prolong the QT interval, potentially resulting in ventricular arrhythmia. (Cinacalcet label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CitalopramSSRIModerate

    Avoid use of Citalopram Capsules in patients with congenital long QT syndrome, bradycardia, hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia, recent acute myocardial infarction, or uncompensated heart failure and patients taking other drugs that prolong the QTc interval. (Citalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ClindamycinantibioticModerate

    Inhibitors of CYP3A4 and CYP3A5 Inhibitors of CYP3A4 and/or CYP3A5 may increase plasma concentrations of clindamycin [ see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Clindamycin label, Drug interactions)

  • ClobazambenzodiazepineModerate

    Benzodiazepines: Increased sedation and prolongation of sedation have been reported with concomitant administration of clarithromycin and triazolobenzodiazepines, such as triazolam and midazolam [see Drug Interactions ( 7 )] . (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ClonazepambenzodiazepineModerate

    Benzodiazepines: Increased sedation and prolongation of sedation have been reported with concomitant administration of clarithromycin and triazolobenzodiazepines, such as triazolam and midazolam [see Drug Interactions ( 7 )] . (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ClorazepatebenzodiazepineModerate

    Benzodiazepines: Increased sedation and prolongation of sedation have been reported with concomitant administration of clarithromycin and triazolobenzodiazepines, such as triazolam and midazolam [see Drug Interactions ( 7 )] . (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Clotrimazoleazole antifungalModerate

    Antifungals: Itraconazole Use With Caution Itraconazole: Both clarithromycin and itraconazole are substrates and inhibitors of CYP3A, potentially leading to a bi-directional drug interaction when administered concomitantly (see also Itraconazole under “Drugs That Affect Clarithromycin Tablets” in the table below). (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Concomitant administration of itraconazole, a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor, with DUAVEE, resulted in increases in bazedoxifene exposure (40%) and, to a lesser extent, conjugated estrogens exposure (9% for baseline-adjusted total estrone, 5% for total equilin), compared to DUAVEE alone [see Pharmacokinetics (12.3) ] . (Conjugated estrogens and bazedoxifene label, Drug interactions)

  • CyclosporineimmunosuppressantModerate

    …Concentrations Calcium Channel Blockers Antifungals Antibiotics Glucocorticoids Other Drugs diltiazem fluconazole azithromycin methylprednisolone Allopurinol nicardipine itraconazole clarithromycin Amiodarone verapamil ketoconazole erythromycin Bromocriptine voriconazole quinupristin/ dalfopristin colchicine danazol imatinib metoclopramide nefazodone oral contraceptives… (Cyclosporine label, Drug interactions)

  • DapagliflozinSGLT2 inhibitorModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Dapagliflozin and metforminSGLT2 inhibitorModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DarifenacinanticholinergicModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors The systemic exposure of darifenacin from darifenacin extended-release tablets is increased in the presence of CYP3A4 inhibitors. (Darifenacin label, Drug interactions)

  • Deferasiroxiron supplementModerate

    Miscellaneous Cytochrome P450 Inducers: Efavirenz Nevirapine Rifampicin Rifabutin Rifapentine Use With Caution Inducers of CYP3A enzymes, such as efavirenz, nevirapine, rifampicin, rifabutin, and rifapentine will increase the metabolism of clarithromycin, thus decreasing plasma concentrations of clarithromycin, while increasing those of 14-OH-clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • DeflazacortcorticosteroidModerate

    Moderate or strong CYP3A4 inhibitors: Give one third of the recommended dosage of EMFLAZA ( 7.1 ) (Deflazacort label, Drug interactions)

  • Desfluranegeneral anestheticModerate

    Carefully monitor cardiac rhythm when administering SUPRANE to susceptible patients (e.g., patients with congenital Long QT Syndrome or patients taking drugs that can prolong the QT interval). (Desflurane label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Desogestrel and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

    CYP3A4 inhibitors such as itraconazole, voriconazole, fluconazole, grapefruit juice, or ketoconazole may increase plasma hormone concentrations. (Desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • Dexlansoprazoleproton pump inhibitorModerate

    CYP2C19 or CYP3A4 Inhibitors Clinical Impact: Increased exposure of dexlansoprazole is expected when used concomitantly with strong inhibitors [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Dexlansoprazole label, Drug interactions)

  • DiazepambenzodiazepineModerate

    Benzodiazepines: Increased sedation and prolongation of sedation have been reported with concomitant administration of clarithromycin and triazolobenzodiazepines, such as triazolam and midazolam [see Drug Interactions ( 7 )] . (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Divalproex (valproate)anticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • DoravirineantiretroviralModerate

    Co-administration of PIFELTRO and drugs that are inhibitors of CYP3A may result in increased plasma concentrations of doravirine. (Doravirine label, Drug interactions)

  • Doxazosinalpha blockerModerate

    Strong cytochrome P450 (CYP) 3A inhibitors may increase exposure to doxazosin and increased risk of hypotension. (Doxazosin label, Drug interactions)

  • DronabinolcannabinoidModerate

    Monitor for increased dronabinol-related adverse reactions when dronabinol oral solution is co-administered with inhibitors of CYP2C9 (e.g., amiodarone, fluconazole) and inhibitors of CYP3A4 enzymes (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, clarithromycin, ritonavir, erythromycin, grapefruit juice). (Dronabinol label, Drug interactions)

  • Droperidoldopamine antagonistModerate

    …cardiac disease, 3) treatment with Class I and Class III antiarrhythmics, 4) treatment with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI's), 5) concomitant treatment with other drug products known to prolong the QT interval (see PRECAUTIONS, Drug Interactions ), and 6) electrolyte imbalance, in particular hypokalemia and hypomagnesemia, or concomitant treatment with drugs… (Droperidol label, Warnings)

  • Drospirenone and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

    Consider monitoring serum potassium concentration in high-risk patients who take a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor long-term and concomitantly. (Drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DulaglutideGLP-1 receptor agonistModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Econazoleazole antifungalModerate

    Antifungals: Itraconazole Use With Caution Itraconazole: Both clarithromycin and itraconazole are substrates and inhibitors of CYP3A, potentially leading to a bi-directional drug interaction when administered concomitantly (see also Itraconazole under “Drugs That Affect Clarithromycin Tablets” in the table below). (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • EdoxabananticoagulantModerate

    Oral Anticoagulants: There is a risk of serious hemorrhage and significant elevations in INR and prothrombin time when clarithromycin is co-administered with warfarin. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EfavirenzantiretroviralModerate

    Miscellaneous Cytochrome P450 Inducers: Efavirenz Nevirapine Rifampicin Rifabutin Rifapentine Use With Caution Inducers of CYP3A enzymes, such as efavirenz, nevirapine, rifampicin, rifabutin, and rifapentine will increase the metabolism of clarithromycin, thus decreasing plasma concentrations of clarithromycin, while increasing those of 14-OH-clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Miscellaneous Cytochrome P450 Inducers: Efavirenz Nevirapine Rifampicin Rifabutin Rifapentine Use With Caution Inducers of CYP3A enzymes, such as efavirenz, nevirapine, rifampicin, rifabutin, and rifapentine will increase the metabolism of clarithromycin, thus decreasing plasma concentrations of clarithromycin, while increasing those of 14-OH-clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Concomitant Use with CYP3A Inhibitors Exposure to elexacaftor, tezacaftor and ivacaftor are increased when used concomitantly with strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitors. (Elexacaftor, tezacaftor, and ivacaftor label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Patients with CL cr between 50 mL/minute and 60 mL/minute: The dosage of clarithromycin should be reduced by 50%. (Elvitegravir, cobicistat, emtricitabine, and tenofovir label, Drug interactions)

  • EmpagliflozinSGLT2 inhibitorModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Empagliflozin and metforminSGLT2 inhibitorModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Emtricitabine and tenofovirantiretroviralModerate

    Coadministration of DESCOVY with other drugs that inhibit P-gp and BCRP may increase the absorption and plasma concentration of TAF. (Emtricitabine and tenofovir label, Drug interactions)

  • EnoxaparinanticoagulantModerate

    Oral Anticoagulants: There is a risk of serious hemorrhage and significant elevations in INR and prothrombin time when clarithromycin is co-administered with warfarin. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EribulinModerate

    QT Prolongation: Monitor for prolonged QT intervals in patients with congestive heart failure, bradyarrhythmias, drugs known to prolong the QT interval, and electrolyte abnormalities. (Eribulin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EslicarbazepineanticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • EstradiolestrogenModerate

    Inhibitors of CYP3A4 such as erythromycin, clarithromycin, ketoconazole, itraconazole, ritonavir and grapefruit juice may increase plasma concentrations of estrogens and may result in side effects. (Estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • Estradiol and dienogestoral contraceptiveModerate

    …exposure at steady state. [See Clinical Pharmacology (12.3).] Substances Increasing the Systemic Exposure of COCs (enzyme inhibitors): Concomitant administration of moderate or strong CYP3A4 inhibitors like azole antifungals (for example, ketoconazole, itraconazole, voriconazole, fluconazole), verapamil, macrolides (for example, clarithromycin, erythromycin), diltiazem,… (Estradiol and dienogest label, Drug interactions)

  • Inducers and/or inhibitors of CYP3A4 may affect estrogen drug metabolism and decrease or increase the estrogen plasma concentration. (Estradiol and norethindrone label, Drug interactions)

  • Eszopiclonesedative-hypnoticModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EthosuximideanticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Concomitant administration of strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors such as itraconazole, voriconazole, fluconazole, grapefruit juice, or ketoconazole may increase plasma estrogen and/or progestin concentrations. (Etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • EtravirineantiretroviralModerate

    Etravirine Etravirine: Clarithromycin exposure was decreased by etravirine; however, concentrations of the active metabolite, 14-OH-clarithromycin, were increased. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • ExenatideGLP-1 receptor agonistModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Febuxostatxanthine oxidase inhibitorModerate

    Xanthine Derivatives: Theophylline Use With Caution Theophylline: Clarithromycin use in patients who are receiving theophylline may be associated with an increase of serum theophylline concentrations [see Pharmacokinetics ( 12.3 )] . (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • FelbamateanticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Fidaxomicinmacrolide antibioticModerate

    Concentrations of fidaxomicin and OP-1118 may also be decreased at the site of action (i.e., gastrointestinal tract) via P-gp inhibition; however, concomitant P-gp inhibitor use had no attributable effect on safety or treatment outcome of fidaxomicin-treated adult patients in controlled clinical trials. (Fidaxomicin label, Drug interactions)

  • FlumazenilbenzodiazepineModerate

    Benzodiazepines: Increased sedation and prolongation of sedation have been reported with concomitant administration of clarithromycin and triazolobenzodiazepines, such as triazolam and midazolam [see Drug Interactions ( 7 )] . (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FluoxetineSSRIModerate

    Use with caution in combination with other drugs that prolong the QT interval ( 4.2 , 5.11 , 7.7 , 7.8 ) 7.1 Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOI) [See Dosage and Administration ( 2.9 , 2.10 ), Contraindications ( 4.1 ), and Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . (Fluoxetine label, Drug interactions)

  • FluvoxamineSSRIModerate

    Potential Pimozide Interaction Pimozide is metabolized by the cytochrome P4503A4 isoenzyme, and it has been demonstrated that ketoconazole, a potent inhibitor of CYP3A4, blocks the metabolism of this drug, resulting in increased plasma concentrations of parent drug. (Fluvoxamine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FondaparinuxanticoagulantModerate

    Oral Anticoagulants: There is a risk of serious hemorrhage and significant elevations in INR and prothrombin time when clarithromycin is co-administered with warfarin. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Formoterolbeta-adrenergic agonistModerate

    …Antidepressants, QTc Prolonging Drugs Formoterol, as with other beta 2 -agonists, should be administered with extreme caution to patients being treated with monoamine oxidase inhibitors, tricyclic antidepressants, or drugs known to prolong the QTc interval because the effect of adrenergic agonists on the cardiovascular system may be potentiated by these agents. (Formoterol label, Drug interactions)

  • FosphenytoinanticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • GabapentinanticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • GefitinibModerate

    • CYP3A4 Inhibitor: Monitor adverse reactions if concomitant use with IRESSA. (Gefitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • GlimepiridesulfonylureaModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • GlipizidesulfonylureaModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Glipizide and metforminsulfonylureaModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • GlyburidesulfonylureaModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Glyburide and metforminsulfonylureaModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • GoserelinModerate

    Effect on QT/QTc Interval: Androgen deprivation therapy may prolong the QT interval. (Goserelin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • GriseofulvinantifungalModerate

    Miscellaneous Cytochrome P450 Inducers: Efavirenz Nevirapine Rifampicin Rifabutin Rifapentine Use With Caution Inducers of CYP3A enzymes, such as efavirenz, nevirapine, rifampicin, rifabutin, and rifapentine will increase the metabolism of clarithromycin, thus decreasing plasma concentrations of clarithromycin, while increasing those of 14-OH-clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Guanfacinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

    …Interactions: Effect of other Drugs on INTUNIV Concomitant Drug Name or Drug Class Clinical Rationale and Magnitude of Drug Interaction Clinical Recommendation Strong and moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors, e.g., ketoconazole, fluconazole Guanfacine is primarily metabolized by CYP3A4 and its plasma concentrations can be significantly affected resulting in an increase… (Guanfacine label, Drug interactions)

  • HeparinanticoagulantModerate

    Oral Anticoagulants: There is a risk of serious hemorrhage and significant elevations in INR and prothrombin time when clarithromycin is co-administered with warfarin. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • HydrocortisonecorticosteroidModerate

    Concomitant administration of inhibitors of CYP3A4 may lead to increases in serum concentrations of ALKINDI SPRINKLE and increase the risk of adverse reactions associated with the use of excessive doses. (Hydrocortisone label, Drug interactions)

  • IfosfamideModerate

    • CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Use in combination with CYP3A4 inhibitors could decrease the effectiveness of ifosfamide. (Ifosfamide label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin aspartinsulinModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Insulin degludecinsulinModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Insulin detemirinsulinModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Insulin glargineinsulinModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Insulin lisproinsulinModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Isofluranegeneral anestheticModerate

    Monitor QT interval when administering FORANE to susceptible patients (e.g., patients with congenital Long QT Syndrome or patients taking drugs that can prolong the QT interval). (Isoflurane label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Itraconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    Antifungals: Itraconazole Use With Caution Itraconazole: Both clarithromycin and itraconazole are substrates and inhibitors of CYP3A, potentially leading to a bi-directional drug interaction when administered concomitantly (see also Itraconazole under “Drugs That Affect Clarithromycin Tablets” in the table below). (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • IvacaftorCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    Based on simulations of these results, a reduction of the KALYDECO dosage is recommended for patients aged 6 months and older taking concomitant strong CYP3A inhibitors, such as ketoconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole, voriconazole, telithromycin, and clarithromycin. (Ivacaftor label, Drug interactions)

  • Ketoconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    Antifungals: Itraconazole Use With Caution Itraconazole: Both clarithromycin and itraconazole are substrates and inhibitors of CYP3A, potentially leading to a bi-directional drug interaction when administered concomitantly (see also Itraconazole under “Drugs That Affect Clarithromycin Tablets” in the table below). (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • LacosamideanticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Lamivudine and zidovudineantiretroviralModerate

    Zidovudine Zidovudine: Simultaneous oral administration of clarithromycin immediate-release tablets and zidovudine to HIV-infected adult patients may result in decreased steady-state zidovudine concentrations. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • LamotrigineanticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • LeuprolideModerate

    Effect on QT/QTc Interval: Androgen deprivation therapy may prolong the QT interval. (Leuprolide label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LevetiracetamanticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • LevomilnacipranSNRIModerate

    Examples: Ketoconazole, itraconazole, clarithromycin Alcohol Clinical Impact: Concomitant use of FETZIMA and alcohol may result in accelerated release of levomilnacipran. (Levomilnacipran label, Drug interactions)

  • Levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

    CYP3A inhibitors such as itraconazole, voriconazole, fluconazole, grapefruit juice The effect of grapefruit juice on CYP3A4 enzymes (e.g., strong vs. moderate inhibition) depends on its brand, concentration, and preparation. , or ketoconazole may increase systemic exposure of the estrogen and/or progestin component of CHCs. (Levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • LinagliptinDPP-4 inhibitorModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Linagliptin and metforminDPP-4 inhibitorModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LiraglutideGLP-1 receptor agonistModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Lofexidinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

    Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LoperamideQT-prolonging drugModerate

    Drug Interactions Effects of Other Drugs on Loperamide Concomitant use of loperamide hydrochloride capsules with inhibitors of CYP3A4 (e.g., itraconazole) or CYP2C8 (e.g., gemfibrozil) or inhibitors of P-glycoprotein (e.g., quinidine, ritonavir) can increase exposure to loperamide. (Loperamide label, Drug interactions)

  • LorazepambenzodiazepineModerate

    Benzodiazepines: Increased sedation and prolongation of sedation have been reported with concomitant administration of clarithromycin and triazolobenzodiazepines, such as triazolam and midazolam [see Drug Interactions ( 7 )] . (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MefloquineantimalarialModerate

    Ketoconazole (Potent Inhibitor of CYP3A4) Coadministration of a single 500 mg oral dose of mefloquine with 400 mg of ketoconazole once daily for 10 days in 8 healthy volunteers resulted in an increase in the mean C max and AUC of mefloquine by 64% and 79%, respectively, and an increase in the mean elimination half-life of mefloquine from 322 hours to 448 hours. (Mefloquine label, Drug interactions)

  • MetforminbiguanideModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MethadoneopioidModerate

    Examples: Macrolide antibiotics (e.g., erythromycin), azole-antifungal agents (e.g., ketoconazole), protease inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir), fluconazole, fluvoxamine, some selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) (e.g., sertraline, fluvoxamine) Inducers of CYP3A4, CYP2B6, CYP2C19, or CYP2C9 Clinical Impact: The concomitant use of methadone and CYP3A4, CYP2B6,… (Methadone label, Drug interactions)

  • MethsuximideanticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • MethylprednisolonecorticosteroidModerate

    John’s Wort Use With Caution There have been spontaneous or published reports of CYP3A based interactions of clarithromycin with alfentanil, methylprednisolone, cilostazol, bromocriptine, vinblastine, phenobarbital, and St. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • MetronidazoleantibioticModerate

    Drugs that Prolong the QT Interval QT prolongation has been reported, particularly when metronidazole was administered with drugs with the potential for prolonging the QT interval. (Metronidazole label, Drug interactions)

  • Miconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    Antifungals: Itraconazole Use With Caution Itraconazole: Both clarithromycin and itraconazole are substrates and inhibitors of CYP3A, potentially leading to a bi-directional drug interaction when administered concomitantly (see also Itraconazole under “Drugs That Affect Clarithromycin Tablets” in the table below). (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • MidazolambenzodiazepineModerate

    Benzodiazepines: Increased sedation and prolongation of sedation have been reported with concomitant administration of clarithromycin and triazolobenzodiazepines, such as triazolam and midazolam [see Drug Interactions ( 7 )] . (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MifepristoneCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    There is little or no experience with high exposure, concomitant dosing with other QT-prolonging drugs, or potassium channel variants resulting in a long QT interval. [See Warnings & Precautions ( 5.6 )] To minimize risk, the lowest effective dose should always be used. (Mifepristone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MiglitolantidiabeticModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MitotaneCYP3A4 inducerModerate

    Miscellaneous Cytochrome P450 Inducers: Efavirenz Nevirapine Rifampicin Rifabutin Rifapentine Use With Caution Inducers of CYP3A enzymes, such as efavirenz, nevirapine, rifampicin, rifabutin, and rifapentine will increase the metabolism of clarithromycin, thus decreasing plasma concentrations of clarithromycin, while increasing those of 14-OH-clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • ModafinilCNS stimulantModerate

    Miscellaneous Cytochrome P450 Inducers: Efavirenz Nevirapine Rifampicin Rifabutin Rifapentine Use With Caution Inducers of CYP3A enzymes, such as efavirenz, nevirapine, rifampicin, rifabutin, and rifapentine will increase the metabolism of clarithromycin, thus decreasing plasma concentrations of clarithromycin, while increasing those of 14-OH-clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • MometasonecorticosteroidModerate

    Strong cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir): Risk of increased systemic corticosteroid effects. (Mometasone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MorphineopioidModerate

    P-Glycoprotein (P-gp) Inhibitors Clinical Impact: The concomitant use of P-gp inhibitors can increase the exposure to morphine by two-fold and can increase the risk of hypotension, respiratory depression, profound sedation, coma, and death. (Morphine label, Drug interactions)

  • MoxifloxacinfluoroquinoloneModerate

    Pharmacokinetic studies between moxifloxacin and other drugs that prolong the QT interval such as cisapride, erythromycin, antipsychotics, and tricyclic antidepressants have not been performed. (Moxifloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Nafcillinpenicillin antibioticModerate

    Miscellaneous Cytochrome P450 Inducers: Efavirenz Nevirapine Rifampicin Rifabutin Rifapentine Use With Caution Inducers of CYP3A enzymes, such as efavirenz, nevirapine, rifampicin, rifabutin, and rifapentine will increase the metabolism of clarithromycin, thus decreasing plasma concentrations of clarithromycin, while increasing those of 14-OH-clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Naldemedineopioid antagonistModerate

    Moderate (e.g., fluconazole, atazanavir, aprepitant, diltiazem, erythromycin) and Strong (e.g., itraconazole, ketoconazole, clarithromycin, ritonavir, saquinavir) CYP3A Inhibitors Clinical Impact Increase in plasma naldemedine concentrations [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] Intervention Monitor for potential naldemedine-related adverse reactions [see Adverse… (Naldemedine label, Drug interactions)

  • CYP2C19 or CYP3A4 Inhibitors Clinical Impact : Increased exposure of esomeprazole [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Naproxen and esomeprazole label, Drug interactions)

  • NateglinidemeglitinideModerate

    With certain hypoglycemic drugs such as nateglinide, pioglitazone, repaglinide and rosiglitazone, inhibition of CYP3A enzyme by clarithromycin may be involved and could cause hypoglycemia when used concomitantly. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • NefazodoneantidepressantModerate

    …Astemizole, Cisapride, and Pimozide Interactions Terfenadine, astemizole, cisapride, and pimozide are all metabolized by the cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) isozyme, and it has been demonstrated that ketoconazole, erythromycin, and other inhibitors of CYP3A4 can block the metabolism of these drugs, which can result in increased plasma concentrations of parent drug. (Nefazodone label, Warnings)

  • NevirapineantiretroviralModerate

    Miscellaneous Cytochrome P450 Inducers: Efavirenz Nevirapine Rifampicin Rifabutin Rifapentine Use With Caution Inducers of CYP3A enzymes, such as efavirenz, nevirapine, rifampicin, rifabutin, and rifapentine will increase the metabolism of clarithromycin, thus decreasing plasma concentrations of clarithromycin, while increasing those of 14-OH-clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • NintedanibModerate

    Coadministration of P-gp and CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase nintedanib exposure. (Nintedanib label, Drug interactions)

  • Ritonavir (in patients with decreased renal function) Ritonavir: Since concentrations of 14-OH clarithromycin are significantly reduced when clarithromycin is co-administered with ritonavir, alternative antibacterial therapy should be considered for indications other than infections due to Mycobacterium avium [see Pharmacokinetics ( 12.3 )] . (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • CYP3A4 inhibitors such as itraconazole, voriconazole, fluconazole, grapefruit juice, or ketoconazole may increase plasma hormone concentrations. (Norelgestromin and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • NorethindroneprogestinModerate

    Substances increasing the systemic concentrations of HCs: Co-administration of certain HCs and strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors such as itraconazole, voriconazole, fluconazole, grapefruit juice, or ketoconazole may increase the systemic concentrations of progestins, including norethindrone. (Norethindrone label, Drug interactions)

  • Norethindrone and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

    CYP3A4 inhibitors such as itraconazole or ketoconazole may increase plasma hormone levels. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • Norgestimate and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

    CYP3A4 inhibitors such as itraconazole, voriconazole, fluconazole, grapefruit juice, or ketoconazole may increase plasma hormone concentrations. (Norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • Norgestrel and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

    Concomitant administration of CYP3A4 inhibitors such as itraconazole, fluconazole, grapefruit juice or ketoconazole may increase plasma hormone concentrations. (Norgestrel and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • OliceridineopioidModerate

    Risk of Use in Patients with Decreased Cytochrome P450 2D6 Function or Concomitant Use or Discontinuation with Cytochrome P450 3A4 Inhibitors and Inducers Risk of Increased Oliceridine Plasma Concentrations Increased plasma concentrations of oliceridine, which may result in prolonged opioid adverse reactions and exacerbated respiratory depression, may occur when… (Oliceridine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Olopatadine and mometasoneantihistamineModerate

    Concomitant administration of CYP3A4 inhibitors may inhibit the metabolism of, and increase the mometasone furoate plasma concentration and potentially increase the risk for adverse reactions. (Olopatadine and mometasone label, Drug interactions)

  • Omeprazole and sodium bicarbonateproton pump inhibitorModerate

    CYP2C19 or CYP3A4 Inhibitors Clinical Impact: Increased exposure of omeprazole [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate label, Drug interactions)

  • Xanthine Derivatives: Theophylline Use With Caution Theophylline: Clarithromycin use in patients who are receiving theophylline may be associated with an increase of serum theophylline concentrations [see Pharmacokinetics ( 12.3 )] . (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • OxazepambenzodiazepineModerate

    Benzodiazepines: Increased sedation and prolongation of sedation have been reported with concomitant administration of clarithromycin and triazolobenzodiazepines, such as triazolam and midazolam [see Drug Interactions ( 7 )] . (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OxcarbazepineanticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • OxybutyninanticholinergicModerate

    Co-administration with strong cytochrome P450 (CYP) 3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole) increases the systemic exposure of oxybutynin. (Oxybutynin label, Drug interactions)

  • Paricalcitolvitamin D analogModerate

    Exposure of Paricalcitol Injection will increase upon coadministration with strong CYP3A inhibitors [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Paricalcitol label, Drug interactions)

  • PasireotideModerate

    Drugs that Prolong QT: Use with caution in patients who are at significant risk of developing QTc prolongation. (Pasireotide label, Drug interactions)

  • PentoxifyllinemethylxanthineModerate

    Xanthine Derivatives: Theophylline Use With Caution Theophylline: Clarithromycin use in patients who are receiving theophylline may be associated with an increase of serum theophylline concentrations [see Pharmacokinetics ( 12.3 )] . (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • PerampanelanticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • John’s Wort Use With Caution There have been spontaneous or published reports of CYP3A based interactions of clarithromycin with alfentanil, methylprednisolone, cilostazol, bromocriptine, vinblastine, phenobarbital, and St. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Phentermine and topiramateCNS stimulantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • PhenytoinanticonvulsantModerate

    Other Drugs Metabolized by CYP450 Isoforms Other than CYP3A: Hexobarbital Phenytoin Valproate Use With Caution There have been postmarketing reports of interactions of clarithromycin with drugs not thought to be metabolized by CYP3A, including hexobarbital, phenytoin, and valproate. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • PioglitazonethiazolidinedioneModerate

    With certain hypoglycemic drugs such as nateglinide, pioglitazone, repaglinide and rosiglitazone, inhibition of CYP3A enzyme by clarithromycin may be involved and could cause hypoglycemia when used concomitantly. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Pioglitazone and glimepiridethiazolidinedioneModerate

    With certain hypoglycemic drugs such as nateglinide, pioglitazone, repaglinide and rosiglitazone, inhibition of CYP3A enzyme by clarithromycin may be involved and could cause hypoglycemia when used concomitantly. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Pioglitazone and metforminthiazolidinedioneModerate

    With certain hypoglycemic drugs such as nateglinide, pioglitazone, repaglinide and rosiglitazone, inhibition of CYP3A enzyme by clarithromycin may be involved and could cause hypoglycemia when used concomitantly. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PonesimodimmunosuppressantModerate

    Anti-Arrhythmic Drugs, QT Prolonging Drugs, Drugs that may Decrease Heart Rate PONVORY has not been studied in patients taking QT prolonging drugs. (Ponesimod label, Drug interactions)

  • Posaconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    Antifungals: Itraconazole Use With Caution Itraconazole: Both clarithromycin and itraconazole are substrates and inhibitors of CYP3A, potentially leading to a bi-directional drug interaction when administered concomitantly (see also Itraconazole under “Drugs That Affect Clarithromycin Tablets” in the table below). (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • PrednisolonecorticosteroidModerate

    CYP 3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, macrolide antibiotics): Ketoconazole has been reported to decrease the metabolism of certain corticosteroids by up to 60% leading to an increased risk of corticosteroid side effects. (Prednisolone label, Drug interactions)

  • PrednisonecorticosteroidModerate

    CYP 3A4 Inhibitors (e.g., Ketoconazole, Macrolide Antibiotics) Ketoconazole has been reported to decrease the metabolism of certain corticosteroids by up to 60% leading to increased risk of corticosteroid side effects. (Prednisone label, Drug interactions)

  • PregabalinanticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • PrimaquineantimalarialModerate

    QT Interval Prolonging Drugs The pharmacodynamic interaction potential to prolong the QT interval of the electrocardiogram between Primaquine phosphate Tablets and other drugs that effect cardiac conduction is unknown. (Primaquine label, Drug interactions)

  • PrimidoneanticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Ramelteonsedative-hypnoticModerate

    Ketoconazole (strong CYP3A4 inhibitor): Increases AUC for ramelteon; administer with caution. (Ramelteon label, Drug interactions)

  • RepaglinidemeglitinideModerate

    With certain hypoglycemic drugs such as nateglinide, pioglitazone, repaglinide and rosiglitazone, inhibition of CYP3A enzyme by clarithromycin may be involved and could cause hypoglycemia when used concomitantly. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RifabutinantibioticModerate

    Cytochrome P450 Inducers: Rifabutin Use With Caution Rifabutin: Concomitant administration of rifabutin and clarithromycin resulted in an increase in rifabutin, and decrease in clarithromycin serum levels together with an increased risk of uveitis (see Rifabutin under “Drugs That Affect Clarithromycin Tablets” in the table below). (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • RifampinantibioticModerate

    Miscellaneous Cytochrome P450 Inducers: Efavirenz Nevirapine Rifampicin Rifabutin Rifapentine Use With Caution Inducers of CYP3A enzymes, such as efavirenz, nevirapine, rifampicin, rifabutin, and rifapentine will increase the metabolism of clarithromycin, thus decreasing plasma concentrations of clarithromycin, while increasing those of 14-OH-clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • RifapentineantibioticModerate

    Miscellaneous Cytochrome P450 Inducers: Efavirenz Nevirapine Rifampicin Rifabutin Rifapentine Use With Caution Inducers of CYP3A enzymes, such as efavirenz, nevirapine, rifampicin, rifabutin, and rifapentine will increase the metabolism of clarithromycin, thus decreasing plasma concentrations of clarithromycin, while increasing those of 14-OH-clarithromycin. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • RifaximinantibioticModerate

    • Concomitant P-glycoprotein (P-gp) inhibitors (e.g., cyclosporine): Caution should be exercised when concomitant use of XIFAXAN and a P-glycoprotein inhibitor is needed. (Rifaximin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Rocuroniumneuromuscular blockerModerate

    QT Interval Prolongation The overall analysis of ECG data in pediatric patients indicates that the concomitant use of Rocuronium Bromide Injection with general anesthetic agents can prolong the QTc interval [see Clinical Studies ( 14.3 )]. (Rocuronium label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RoflumilastPDE4 inhibitorModerate

    Use with inhibitors of CYP3A4 or dual inhibitors of CYP3A4 and CYP1A2 (e.g., erythromycin, ketoconazole, fluvoxamine, enoxacin, cimetidine) will increase roflumilast systemic exposure and may result in increased adverse reactions. (Roflumilast label, Drug interactions)

  • RomidepsinModerate

    • Monitor for toxicities related to increased romidepsin exposure when co-administering romidepsin with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors ( 7.2 ). (Romidepsin label, Drug interactions)

  • Ropivacainelocal anestheticModerate

    Coadministration of a selective and potent inhibitor of CYP3A4, ketoconazole (100 mg bid for 2 days with ropivacaine infusion administered 1 hour after ketoconazole) caused a 15% reduction in in vivo plasma clearance of ropivacaine. (Ropivacaine label, Drug interactions)

  • RufinamideanticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • RuxolitinibJAK inhibitorModerate

    Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Reduce, interrupt, or discontinue JAKAFI/JAKAFI XR doses as recommended except in patients with acute or chronic graft-versus-host-disease. (Ruxolitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • SaxagliptinDPP-4 inhibitorModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Saxagliptin and metforminDPP-4 inhibitorModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • SemaglutideGLP-1 receptor agonistModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Sevofluranegeneral anestheticModerate

    Caution should be exercised when administering sevoflurane to susceptible patients (e.g., patients with congenital Long QT Syndrome or patients taking drugs that can prolong the QT interval). (Sevoflurane label, Warnings)

  • SitagliptinDPP-4 inhibitorModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Sitagliptin and metforminDPP-4 inhibitorModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • SorafenibModerate

    Monitor electrolytes and electrocardiograms in patients with congestive heart failure, bradyarrhythmias, drugs known to prolong the QT interval, including Class Ia and III antiarrhythmics. (Sorafenib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • SunitinibModerate

    Monitor QT interval more frequently when SUTENT is concomitantly administered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors or drugs known to prolong QT interval. (Sunitinib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TacrolimusimmunosuppressantModerate

    The risk for nephrotoxicity may increase when ASTAGRAF XL is concomitantly administered with CYP3A inhibitors (by increasing tacrolimus whole blood concentrations) or drugs associated with nephrotoxicity (e.g., aminoglycosides, ganciclovir, amphotericin B, cisplatin, nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitors, protease inhibitors). (Tacrolimus label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TemazepambenzodiazepineModerate

    Benzodiazepines: Increased sedation and prolongation of sedation have been reported with concomitant administration of clarithromycin and triazolobenzodiazepines, such as triazolam and midazolam [see Drug Interactions ( 7 )] . (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TemsirolimusModerate

    Co-administration with Inducers or Inhibitors of CYP3A Metabolism Agents Inducing CYP3A Metabolism: Strong inducers of CYP3A4/5 such as dexamethasone, carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital, rifampin, rifabutin, and rifampacin may decrease exposure of the active metabolite, sirolimus. (Temsirolimus label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TheophyllinemethylxanthineModerate

    Xanthine Derivatives: Theophylline Use With Caution Theophylline: Clarithromycin use in patients who are receiving theophylline may be associated with an increase of serum theophylline concentrations [see Pharmacokinetics ( 12.3 )] . (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • TiagabineanticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • TinidazoleantibioticModerate

    Simultaneous administration of drugs that inhibit the activity of liver microsomal enzymes, i.e., CYP3A4 inhibitors such as cimetidine and ketoconazole, may prolong the half-life and decrease the plasma clearance of tinidazole, increasing the plasma concentrations of tinidazole. (Tinidazole label, Drug interactions)

  • TirzepatideGLP-1 receptor agonistModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TofacitinibimmunosuppressantModerate

    Table 7: Clinically Significant Interactions Affecting XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR When Concomitantly Used with Other Drugs Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole) Clinical Impact Increased exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Moderate… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • TolterodineanticholinergicModerate

    Lurasidone: [See Contraindications ( 4.7 )] Antispasmodics: Tolterodine (patients deficient in CYP2D6 activity) Use With Caution Tolterodine: The primary route of metabolism for tolterodine is via CYP2D6. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • TopiramateanticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • TriamcinolonecorticosteroidModerate

    Antibiotics: Macrolide antibiotics have been reported to cause a significant decrease in corticosteroid clearance. (Triamcinolone label, Drug interactions)

  • TriptorelinModerate

    Effect on QT/QTc Interval: Androgen deprivation therapy may prolong the QT interval. (Triptorelin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • UlipristalModerate

    Increase in Plasma Concentrations of ella Associated with Co-Administered Drugs CYP3A4 inhibitors such as itraconazole or ketoconazole increase plasma concentrations of ella [see Pharmacokinetics (12.3) ] . (Ulipristal label, Drug interactions)

  • Umeclidinium and vilanterolanticholinergicModerate

    Drug Interactions with Strong Cytochrome P450 3A4 Inhibitors Caution should be exercised when considering the coadministration of Umeclidinium and Vilanterol ELLIPTA with ketoconazole and other known strong cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) inhibitors (including, but not limited to, ritonavir, clarithromycin, conivaptan, indinavir, itraconazole, lopinavir, nefazodone,… (Umeclidinium and vilanterol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ValbenazineVMAT2 inhibitorModerate

    In patients taking a strong CYP2D6 or CYP3A4 inhibitor, or who are CYP2D6 poor metabolizers, INGREZZA and INGREZZA SPRINKLE concentrations may be higher and QT prolongation clinically significant [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.2 )] . (Valbenazine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Valproic acidanticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • VenlafaxineSNRIModerate

    Concomitant use of CYP3A4 inhibitors and venlafaxine may increase levels of venlafaxine and ODV. (Venlafaxine label, Drug interactions)

  • VigabatrinanticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • VilazodoneSSRIModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors: The VIIBRYD dose should not exceed 20 mg once daily when co-administered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors ( 2.4 , 7 ). (Vilazodone label, Drug interactions)

  • Viloxazinenorepinephrine reuptake inhibitorModerate

    CYP3A4 Substrates Clinical Impact Viloxazine is a weak inhibitor of CYP3A4 which increases the exposure of CYP3A4 substrates when coadministered [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Viloxazine label, Drug interactions)

  • VinorelbineModerate

    Inhibitors of CYP3A4: May cause earlier onset and/or increased severity of adverse reactions ( 7.1 ) (Vinorelbine label, Drug interactions)

  • Voriconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    Antifungals: Itraconazole Use With Caution Itraconazole: Both clarithromycin and itraconazole are substrates and inhibitors of CYP3A, potentially leading to a bi-directional drug interaction when administered concomitantly (see also Itraconazole under “Drugs That Affect Clarithromycin Tablets” in the table below). (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • WarfarinanticoagulantModerate

    Oral Anticoagulants: There is a risk of serious hemorrhage and significant elevations in INR and prothrombin time when clarithromycin is co-administered with warfarin. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Zafirlukastleukotriene receptor antagonistModerate

    As zafirlukast is known to be an inhibitor of CYP3A4 in vitro , it is reasonable to employ appropriate clinical monitoring when these drugs are coadministered with zafirlukast. (Zafirlukast label, Precautions)

  • Zaleplonsedative-hypnoticModerate

    Drugs That Inhibit CYP3A4 CYP3A4 is a minor metabolic pathway for the elimination of zaleplon because the sum of desethylzaleplon (formed via CYP3A4 in vitro) and its metabolites, 5-oxo-desethylzaleplon and 5-oxo-desethylzaleplon glucuronide, account for only 9% of the urinary recovery of a zaleplon dose. (Zaleplon label, Drug interactions)

  • ZidovudineantiretroviralModerate

    Zidovudine Zidovudine: Simultaneous oral administration of clarithromycin immediate-release tablets and zidovudine to HIV-infected adult patients may result in decreased steady-state zidovudine concentrations. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Zolpidemsedative-hypnoticModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors Ketoconazole Ketoconazole, a potent CYP3A4 inhibitor, increased the exposure to and pharmacodynamic effects of zolpidem. (Zolpidem label, Drug interactions)

  • ZonisamideanticonvulsantModerate

    Antiepileptics: Carbamazepine Use With Caution Carbamazepine: Concomitant administration of single doses of clarithromycin and carbamazepine has been shown to result in increased plasma concentrations of carbamazepine. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

Minor mentions (13)

  • Amoxicillinpenicillin antibioticMinor

    Other Antibacterials Chloramphenicol, macrolides, sulfonamides, and tetracyclines may interfere with the bactericidal effects of penicillin. (Amoxicillin label, Drug interactions)

  • CimetidineH2 blockerMinor

    Clarithromycin and other macrolides are known to inhibit CYP3A and Pgp. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Dutasteride5-alpha reductase inhibitorMinor

    The effect of potent CYP3A4 inhibitors on dutasteride has not been studied. (Dutasteride label, Drug interactions)

  • FamciclovirantiviralMinor

    An in vitro study using human liver microsomes suggests that famciclovir is not an inhibitor of CYP3A4 enzymes. (Famciclovir label, Drug interactions)

  • HydroxyzineantihistamineMinor

    …(e.g., amiodarone, sotalol) antiarrhythmics, certain antipsychotics (e.g., ziprasidone, iloperidone, clozapine, quetiapine, chlorpromazine), certain antidepressants (e.g., citalopram, fluoxetine), certain antibiotics (e.g., azithromycin, erythromycin, clarithromycin, gatifloxacin, moxifloxacin); and others (e.g., pentamidine, methadone, ondansetron, droperidol). (Hydroxyzine label, Precautions)

  • ImatinibCYP3A4 inhibitorMinor

    Clarithromycin and other macrolides are known to inhibit CYP3A and Pgp. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • IsoniazidantibioticMinor

    Clarithromycin and other macrolides are known to inhibit CYP3A and Pgp. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • LenacapavirantiretroviralMinor

    Clarithromycin and other macrolides are known to inhibit CYP3A and Pgp. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Memantine and donepezilcholinesterase inhibitorMinor

    Effect of Other Drugs on the Metabolism of Donepezil Inhibitors of CYP3A4 (e.g., ketoconazole) and CYP2D6 (e.g., quinidine), inhibit donepezil metabolism in vitro . (Memantine and donepezil label, Drug interactions)

  • Mirabegronbeta-adrenergic agonistMinor

    Clarithromycin and other macrolides are known to inhibit CYP3A and Pgp. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • RitlecitinibJAK inhibitorMinor

    Clinically Significant Interactions Affecting Other Drugs CYP3A Substrates Where Small Concentration Changes May Lead to Serious Adverse Reactions Clinical Impact Ritlecitinib is a CYP3A inhibitor. (Ritlecitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • TobramycinaminoglycosideMinor

    In clinical studies, patients receiving TOBI Podhaler continued to take dornase alfa, bronchodilators, inhaled corticosteroids, and macrolides. (Tobramycin label, Drug interactions)

  • ZileutonCYP1A2 inhibitorMinor

    However, no formal drug-drug interaction studies between zileuton and CYP3A4 inhibitors, such as ketaconazole, have been conducted. (Zileuton label, Drug interactions)

No significant interaction reported (27)

  • AbataceptimmunosuppressantNo interaction

    …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)

  • AbrocitinibJAK inhibitorNo interaction

    …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)

  • AdalimumabimmunosuppressantNo interaction

    …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)

  • AlemtuzumabimmunosuppressantNo interaction

    …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)

  • AzathioprineimmunosuppressantNo interaction

    …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)

  • BaricitinibJAK inhibitorNo interaction

    …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)

  • CladribineantimetaboliteNo interaction

    …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)

  • CyclophosphamideimmunosuppressantNo interaction

    …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)

  • DesloratadineantihistamineNo interaction

    Inhibitors of Cytochrome P450 3A4 In controlled clinical studies co-administration of desloratadine with ketoconazole, erythromycin, or azithromycin resulted in increased plasma concentrations of desloratadine and 3 hydroxydesloratadine, but there were no clinically relevant changes in the safety profile of desloratadine. [See Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) .]… (Desloratadine label, Drug interactions)

  • Dimethyl fumarateimmunosuppressantNo interaction

    …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)

  • EtanerceptimmunosuppressantNo interaction

    …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)

  • FingolimodimmunosuppressantNo interaction

    …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)

  • GuselkumabimmunosuppressantNo interaction

    …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)

  • InfliximabimmunosuppressantNo interaction

    …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)

  • LeflunomideimmunosuppressantNo interaction

    …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)

  • MercaptopurineantimetaboliteNo interaction

    …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)

  • MethotrexateimmunosuppressantNo interaction

    …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)

  • MycophenolateimmunosuppressantNo interaction

    …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)

  • NatalizumabimmunosuppressantNo interaction

    …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)

  • OcrelizumabimmunosuppressantNo interaction

    …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)

  • Pantoprazoleproton pump inhibitorNo interaction

    Proton Pump Inhibitors: Omeprazole No Dose Adjustment Omeprazole: The mean 24-hour gastric pH value was 5.2 when omeprazole was administered alone and 5.7 when coadministered with clarithromycin as a result of increased omeprazole exposures [see Pharmacokinetics ( 12.3 )] (see also Omeprazole under “Drugs That Affect Clarithromycin Tablets” in the table below). (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Pimecrolimuscalcineurin inhibitorNo interaction

    …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)

  • RituximabimmunosuppressantNo interaction

    …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)

  • SecukinumabimmunosuppressantNo interaction

    …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)

  • TeriflunomideimmunosuppressantNo interaction

    …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)

  • TocilizumabimmunosuppressantNo interaction

    …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)

  • UstekinumabimmunosuppressantNo interaction

    …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)

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