Gemfibrozil interactions
Gemfibrozil (Lopid), a fibrate has 59 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 11 major, 38 moderate, 9 minor, and 1 where a label reports no significant interaction. Each entry below quotes the sentence behind it. This drug page is a starting point, not a verdict for your situation.
Major interactions (11)
Drug Interactions (A) HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors The concomitant administration of LOPID with simvastatin is contraindicated (see CONTRAINDICATIONS and WARNINGS ). (Gemfibrozil label, Drug interactions)
Examples: cyclosporine, gemfibrozil, antiretrovirals (atazanavir, lopinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir, tipranavir), rifampin, eltrombopag Drugs that Cause Constipation Clinical Impact: Increased risk for constipation related adverse reactions and potential for constipation related serious adverse reactions Intervention: Avoid use with other drugs that may cause… (Eluxadoline label, Drug interactions)
- EzetimibeMajor
Co-administration of ZETIA with fibrates other than fenofibrate is not recommended [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . (Ezetimibe label, Drug interactions)
Combination therapy of gemfibrozil with simvastatin (see WARNINGS and PRECAUTIONS ). (Gemfibrozil label, Contraindications)
Drug Interactions (A) HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors The concomitant administration of LOPID with simvastatin is contraindicated (see CONTRAINDICATIONS and WARNINGS ). (Gemfibrozil label, Drug interactions)
Drug Interactions (A) HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors The concomitant administration of LOPID with simvastatin is contraindicated (see CONTRAINDICATIONS and WARNINGS ). (Gemfibrozil label, Drug interactions)
Drug Interactions (A) HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors The concomitant administration of LOPID with simvastatin is contraindicated (see CONTRAINDICATIONS and WARNINGS ). (Gemfibrozil label, Drug interactions)
Drug Interactions (A) HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors The concomitant administration of LOPID with simvastatin is contraindicated (see CONTRAINDICATIONS and WARNINGS ). (Gemfibrozil label, Drug interactions)
Combination therapy of gemfibrozil with repaglinide (see PRECAUTIONS ). (Gemfibrozil label, Contraindications)
Avoid concomitant use of LOPID with rosuvastatin. (Gemfibrozil label, Drug interactions)
Combination therapy of gemfibrozil with simvastatin (see WARNINGS and PRECAUTIONS ). (Gemfibrozil label, Contraindications)
Moderate interactions (38)
Concomitant Anticoagulants – Caution should be exercised when warfarin is given in conjunction with LOPID. (Gemfibrozil label, Warnings)
- Bempedoic acidOATP1B1 inhibitorModerate
Fibrates Clinical Impact: Concomitant administration of fibrates with NEXLETOL resulted in increased triglycerides and decreased high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) in some patients in clinical studies and post-marketing reports. (Bempedoic acid label, Drug interactions)
- BosentanCYP3A4 inducerModerate
OATP1B1 substrates – Gemfibrozil is an inhibitor of organic anion-transporter polyprotein (OATP) 1B1 and may increase exposure of drugs that are substrates of OATP1B1 (e.g., atrasentan, atorvastatin, bosentan, ezetimibe, fluvastatin, glyburide, SN-38 [active metabolite of irinotecan], rosuvastatin, pitavastatin, pravastatin, rifampin, valsartan, olmesartan). (Gemfibrozil label, Warnings)
- Cholestyraminebile acid sequestrantModerate
(F) Bile Acid-Binding Resins Gemfibrozil AUC was reduced by 30% when gemfibrozil was given (600 mg) simultaneously with resin-granule drugs such as colestipol (5 g). (Gemfibrozil label, Drug interactions)
- ColchicineModerate
(G) Colchicine Myopathy, including rhabdomyolysis, has been reported with chronic administration of colchicine at therapeutic doses. (Gemfibrozil label, Drug interactions)
- Colesevelambile acid sequestrantModerate
(F) Bile Acid-Binding Resins Gemfibrozil AUC was reduced by 30% when gemfibrozil was given (600 mg) simultaneously with resin-granule drugs such as colestipol (5 g). (Gemfibrozil label, Drug interactions)
- CyclosporineimmunosuppressantModerate
…Antineoplastics Antifungals Anti-inflammatory Drugs Gastrointestinal Agents Immunosuppressives Other Drugs ciprofloxacin melphalan amphotericin B azapropazon cimetidine tacrolimus fibric acid derivatives (e.g., bezafibrate, fenofibrate) gentamicin ketoconazole colchicine ranitidine methotrexate tobramycin diclofenac trimethoprim with sulfamethoxazole naproxen… (Cyclosporine label, Drug interactions)
- DabigatrananticoagulantModerate
Concomitant Anticoagulants – Caution should be exercised when warfarin is given in conjunction with LOPID. (Gemfibrozil label, Warnings)
- EdoxabananticoagulantModerate
Concomitant Anticoagulants – Caution should be exercised when warfarin is given in conjunction with LOPID. (Gemfibrozil label, Warnings)
- EnoxaparinanticoagulantModerate
Concomitant Anticoagulants – Caution should be exercised when warfarin is given in conjunction with LOPID. (Gemfibrozil label, Warnings)
- EverolimusimmunosuppressantModerate
During Zortress therapy with cyclosporine, patients administered an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor and/or fibrate should be monitored for the possible development of rhabdomyolysis and other adverse effects, as described in the respective labeling for these agents [ see Drug Interactions (7 . (Everolimus label, Warnings and precautions)
A comparative carcinogenicity study was also done in rats comparing three drugs in this class: fenofibrate (10 and 60 mg/kg; 0.3 and 1.6 times the human dose, respectively), clofibrate (400 mg/kg; 1.6 times the human dose), and gemfibrozil (250 mg/kg; 1.7 times the human dose). (Gemfibrozil label, Warnings)
- FondaparinuxanticoagulantModerate
Concomitant Anticoagulants – Caution should be exercised when warfarin is given in conjunction with LOPID. (Gemfibrozil label, Warnings)
…susceptibility to and/or intensity of hypoglycemia: oral anti-diabetic medications, pramlintide acetate, insulin, angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, H 2 receptor antagonists, fibrates, propoxyphene, pentoxifylline, somatostatin analogs, anabolic steroids and androgens, cyclophosphamide, phenyramidol, guanethidine, fluconazole, sulfinpyrazone, tetracyclines,… (Glimepiride label, Drug interactions)
…effect of GLUCOTROL XL, increase the susceptibility to and/or intensity of hypoglycemia: antidiabetic agents, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor blocking agents, disopyramide, fibrates, fluoxetine, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, pentoxifylline, pramlintide, propoxyphene, salicylates, somatostatin analogs (e.g., octreotide), sulfonamide antibiotics, nonsteroidal… (Glipizide label, Drug interactions)
OATP1B1 substrates – Gemfibrozil is an inhibitor of organic anion-transporter polyprotein (OATP) 1B1 and may increase exposure of drugs that are substrates of OATP1B1 (e.g., atrasentan, atorvastatin, bosentan, ezetimibe, fluvastatin, glyburide, SN-38 [active metabolite of irinotecan], rosuvastatin, pitavastatin, pravastatin, rifampin, valsartan, olmesartan). (Gemfibrozil label, Warnings)
- Glyburide and metforminsulfonylureaModerate
OATP1B1 substrates – Gemfibrozil is an inhibitor of organic anion-transporter polyprotein (OATP) 1B1 and may increase exposure of drugs that are substrates of OATP1B1 (e.g., atrasentan, atorvastatin, bosentan, ezetimibe, fluvastatin, glyburide, SN-38 [active metabolite of irinotecan], rosuvastatin, pitavastatin, pravastatin, rifampin, valsartan, olmesartan). (Gemfibrozil label, Warnings)
- HeparinanticoagulantModerate
Concomitant Anticoagulants – Caution should be exercised when warfarin is given in conjunction with LOPID. (Gemfibrozil label, Warnings)
Drugs That May Increase the Risk of Hypoglycemia Drugs: Antidiabetic agents, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor blocking agents, disopyramide, fibrates, fluoxetine, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, pentoxifylline, pramlintide, salicylates, somatostatin analog (e.g., octreotide), and sulfonamide antibiotics. (Insulin aspart label, Drug interactions)
- Insulin degludecinsulinModerate
…Interactions with Insulin Degludec Drugs That May Increase the Risk of Hypoglycemia Drugs: Antidiabetic agents, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor blocking agents, disopyramide, fibrates, fluoxetine, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, pentoxifylline, pramlintide, salicylates, somatostatin analogs (e.g., octreotide), and sulfonamide antibiotics, GLP-1 receptor agonists,… (Insulin degludec label, Drug interactions)
- Insulin detemirinsulinModerate
…Drug Interactions with LEVEMIR Drugs That May Increase the Risk of Hypoglycemia Drugs: Antidiabetic agents, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor blocking agents, disopyramide, fibrates, fluoxetine, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, pentoxifylline, pramlintide, salicylates, somatostatin analogs (e.g., octreotide), and sulfonamide antibiotics, GLP-1 receptor agonists,… (Insulin detemir label, Drug interactions)
…Interactions with Insulin Glargine-yfgn Drugs that May Increase the Risk of Hypoglycemia Drugs: Antidiabetic agents, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor blocking agents, disopyramide, fibrates, fluoxetine, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, pentoxifylline, pramlintide, salicylates, somatostatin analogs (e.g., octreotide), sulfonamide antibiotics, GLP-1 receptor agonists,… (Insulin glargine label, Drug interactions)
Clinically Significant Drug Interactions with LYUMJEV Drugs That May Increase the Risk of Hypoglycemia Drugs: Antidiabetic agents, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor blocking agents, disopyramide, fibrates, fluoxetine, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, pentoxifylline, pramlintide, salicylates, somatostatin analogs (e.g., octreotide), and sulfonamide antibiotics. (Insulin lispro label, Drug interactions)
- Insulin regular (human)insulinModerate
Clinically Significant Drug Interactions with AFREZZA Antidiabetic agents, Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors, Angiotensin II Receptor Blocking Agents, Disopyramide, Fibrates, Fluoxetine, Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors, Pentoxifylline, Pramlintide, Salicylates, Somatostatin Analogs (e.g., octreotide), and Sulfonamide Antibiotics Prevention or Management Monitor… (Insulin regular (human) label, Drug interactions)
In the same study, gemfibrozil (600 mg twice daily for 3 days) + itraconazole (200 mg in the morning and 100 mg in the evening at Day 1, then 100 mg twice daily at Day 2–3) resulted in a 19.4- (range 12.9- to 24.7-fold) higher repaglinide AUC and a 70.4-fold (range 42.9- to 119.2-fold) higher repaglinide plasma concentration 7 hours after the dose. (Gemfibrozil label, Drug interactions)
(C) CYP2C8 Substrates Gemfibrozil is a strong inhibitor of CYP2C8 and may increase exposure of drugs mainly metabolized by CYP2C8 (e.g., dabrafenib, enzalutamide, loperamide, montelukast, paclitaxel, pioglitazone, rosiglitazone). (Gemfibrozil label, Drug interactions)
(C) CYP2C8 Substrates Gemfibrozil is a strong inhibitor of CYP2C8 and may increase exposure of drugs mainly metabolized by CYP2C8 (e.g., dabrafenib, enzalutamide, loperamide, montelukast, paclitaxel, pioglitazone, rosiglitazone). (Gemfibrozil label, Drug interactions)
OATP1B1 substrates – Gemfibrozil is an inhibitor of organic anion-transporter polyprotein (OATP) 1B1 and may increase exposure of drugs that are substrates of OATP1B1 (e.g., atrasentan, atorvastatin, bosentan, ezetimibe, fluvastatin, glyburide, SN-38 [active metabolite of irinotecan], rosuvastatin, pitavastatin, pravastatin, rifampin, valsartan, olmesartan). (Gemfibrozil label, Warnings)
(C) CYP2C8 Substrates Gemfibrozil is a strong inhibitor of CYP2C8 and may increase exposure of drugs mainly metabolized by CYP2C8 (e.g., dabrafenib, enzalutamide, loperamide, montelukast, paclitaxel, pioglitazone, rosiglitazone). (Gemfibrozil label, Drug interactions)
- Pioglitazone and metforminthiazolidinedioneModerate
(C) CYP2C8 Substrates Gemfibrozil is a strong inhibitor of CYP2C8 and may increase exposure of drugs mainly metabolized by CYP2C8 (e.g., dabrafenib, enzalutamide, loperamide, montelukast, paclitaxel, pioglitazone, rosiglitazone). (Gemfibrozil label, Drug interactions)
OATP1B1 substrates – Gemfibrozil is an inhibitor of organic anion-transporter polyprotein (OATP) 1B1 and may increase exposure of drugs that are substrates of OATP1B1 (e.g., atrasentan, atorvastatin, bosentan, ezetimibe, fluvastatin, glyburide, SN-38 [active metabolite of irinotecan], rosuvastatin, pitavastatin, pravastatin, rifampin, valsartan, olmesartan). (Gemfibrozil label, Warnings)
Concomitant Anticoagulants – Caution should be exercised when warfarin is given in conjunction with LOPID. (Gemfibrozil label, Warnings)
OATP1B1 substrates – Gemfibrozil is an inhibitor of organic anion-transporter polyprotein (OATP) 1B1 and may increase exposure of drugs that are substrates of OATP1B1 (e.g., atrasentan, atorvastatin, bosentan, ezetimibe, fluvastatin, glyburide, SN-38 [active metabolite of irinotecan], rosuvastatin, pitavastatin, pravastatin, rifampin, valsartan, olmesartan). (Gemfibrozil label, Warnings)
- SirolimusimmunosuppressantModerate
During sirolimus therapy with or without cyclosporine, patients should be monitored for elevated lipids, and patients administered an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor and/or fibrate should be monitored for the possible development of rhabdomyolysis and other adverse effects, as described in the respective labeling for these agents. (Sirolimus label, Warnings and precautions)
- Treprostinilprostaglandin analogModerate
Effect of Other Drugs on Treprostinil Co-administration of a cytochrome P450 (CYP) 2C8 enzyme inhibitor (e.g., gemfibrozil) may increase exposure (both C max and AUC) to treprostinil. (Treprostinil label, Warnings and precautions)
OATP1B1 substrates – Gemfibrozil is an inhibitor of organic anion-transporter polyprotein (OATP) 1B1 and may increase exposure of drugs that are substrates of OATP1B1 (e.g., atrasentan, atorvastatin, bosentan, ezetimibe, fluvastatin, glyburide, SN-38 [active metabolite of irinotecan], rosuvastatin, pitavastatin, pravastatin, rifampin, valsartan, olmesartan). (Gemfibrozil label, Warnings)
- Valsartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate
OATP1B1 substrates – Gemfibrozil is an inhibitor of organic anion-transporter polyprotein (OATP) 1B1 and may increase exposure of drugs that are substrates of OATP1B1 (e.g., atrasentan, atorvastatin, bosentan, ezetimibe, fluvastatin, glyburide, SN-38 [active metabolite of irinotecan], rosuvastatin, pitavastatin, pravastatin, rifampin, valsartan, olmesartan). (Gemfibrozil label, Warnings)
The dosage of warfarin should be reduced to maintain the prothrombin time at the desired level to prevent bleeding complications. (Gemfibrozil label, Warnings)
Minor mentions (9)
- Cannabidiol (prescription)anticonvulsantMinor
(E) In vitro studies of CYP enzymes, UGTA enzymes and OATP1B1 transporter In vitro studies have shown that gemfibrozil is an inhibitor of CYP1A2, CYP2C8, CYP2C9, CYP2C19, OATP1B1, and UDP-glucuronosyltransferase (UGT) 1A1 and 1A3 (see WARNINGS ). (Gemfibrozil label, Drug interactions)
- CimetidineH2 blockerMinor
(E) In vitro studies of CYP enzymes, UGTA enzymes and OATP1B1 transporter In vitro studies have shown that gemfibrozil is an inhibitor of CYP1A2, CYP2C8, CYP2C9, CYP2C19, OATP1B1, and UDP-glucuronosyltransferase (UGT) 1A1 and 1A3 (see WARNINGS ). (Gemfibrozil label, Drug interactions)
(E) In vitro studies of CYP enzymes, UGTA enzymes and OATP1B1 transporter In vitro studies have shown that gemfibrozil is an inhibitor of CYP1A2, CYP2C8, CYP2C9, CYP2C19, OATP1B1, and UDP-glucuronosyltransferase (UGT) 1A1 and 1A3 (see WARNINGS ). (Gemfibrozil label, Drug interactions)
Repaglinide (CYP2C8 Substrates) The acyl-β-glucuronide metabolite of clopidogrel is a strong inhibitor of CYP2C8. (Clopidogrel label, Drug interactions)
- Deferasiroxiron supplementMinor
(E) In vitro studies of CYP enzymes, UGTA enzymes and OATP1B1 transporter In vitro studies have shown that gemfibrozil is an inhibitor of CYP1A2, CYP2C8, CYP2C9, CYP2C19, OATP1B1, and UDP-glucuronosyltransferase (UGT) 1A1 and 1A3 (see WARNINGS ). (Gemfibrozil label, Drug interactions)
- FluvoxamineSSRIMinor
(E) In vitro studies of CYP enzymes, UGTA enzymes and OATP1B1 transporter In vitro studies have shown that gemfibrozil is an inhibitor of CYP1A2, CYP2C8, CYP2C9, CYP2C19, OATP1B1, and UDP-glucuronosyltransferase (UGT) 1A1 and 1A3 (see WARNINGS ). (Gemfibrozil label, Drug interactions)
- LeflunomideimmunosuppressantMinor
Effect on CYP2C8 Substrates Teriflunomide is an inhibitor of CYP2C8 in vivo . (Leflunomide label, Drug interactions)
- TeriflunomideimmunosuppressantMinor
Effect of AUBAGIO on CYP2C8 Substrates Teriflunomide is an inhibitor of CYP2C8 in vivo . (Teriflunomide label, Drug interactions)
- Viloxazinenorepinephrine reuptake inhibitorMinor
(E) In vitro studies of CYP enzymes, UGTA enzymes and OATP1B1 transporter In vitro studies have shown that gemfibrozil is an inhibitor of CYP1A2, CYP2C8, CYP2C9, CYP2C19, OATP1B1, and UDP-glucuronosyltransferase (UGT) 1A1 and 1A3 (see WARNINGS ). (Gemfibrozil label, Drug interactions)
No significant interaction reported (1)
- Sofosbuvir and velpatasvirantiviralNo interaction
…drug interactions have been observed with the following drugs [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]: VOSEVI: cobicistat, darunavir, elvitegravir, emtricitabine, ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate, gemfibrozil, rilpivirine, ritonavir, tenofovir alafenamide, voriconazole Sofosbuvir/velpatasvir: dolutegravir, ketoconazole, raltegravir Sofosbuvir: methadone, tacrolimus (Sofosbuvir and velpatasvir label, Drug interactions)
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