Moxifloxacin interactions
Moxifloxacin (Avelox, Vigamox), a fluoroquinolone has 166 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 31 major, 133 moderate, 2 minor, and 0 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 (31)
- AlosetronMajor
Concomitant administration of alosetron and moderate CYP1A2 inhibitors, including quinolone antibiotics and cimetidine, has not been evaluated, but should be avoided unless clinically necessary because of similar potential drug interactions. (Alosetron label, Drug interactions)
Therefore, moxifloxacin should be avoided with Class IA and Class III antiarrhythmics [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ), Nonclinical Toxicology ( 13.2 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- AsenapineantipsychoticMajor
The use of SAPHRIS should be avoided in combination with other drugs known to prolong QTc including Class 1A antiarrhythmics (e.g., quinidine, procainamide) or Class 3 antiarrhythmics (e.g., amiodarone, sotalol), antipsychotic medications (e.g., ziprasidone, chlorpromazine, thioridazine), and antibiotics (e.g., gatifloxacin, moxifloxacin). (Asenapine label, Warnings and precautions)
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)
Known hypersensitivity to moxifloxacin or other quinolones. (Moxifloxacin label, Contraindications)
Therefore, moxifloxacin should be avoided with Class IA and Class III antiarrhythmics [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ), Nonclinical Toxicology ( 13.2 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
Therefore, moxifloxacin should be avoided with Class IA and Class III antiarrhythmics [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ), Nonclinical Toxicology ( 13.2 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- DofetilideantiarrhythmicMajor
Therefore, moxifloxacin should be avoided with Class IA and Class III antiarrhythmics [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ), Nonclinical Toxicology ( 13.2 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- DronedaroneantiarrhythmicMajor
Therefore, moxifloxacin should be avoided with Class IA and Class III antiarrhythmics [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ), Nonclinical Toxicology ( 13.2 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- Esmololbeta blockerMajor
Therefore, moxifloxacin should be avoided with Class IA and Class III antiarrhythmics [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ), Nonclinical Toxicology ( 13.2 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- FlecainideantiarrhythmicMajor
Therefore, moxifloxacin should be avoided with Class IA and Class III antiarrhythmics [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ), Nonclinical Toxicology ( 13.2 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
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)
- FosfomycinantibioticMajor
Avoid co-administration of CONTEPO with drugs known to prolong the QT interval. (Fosfomycin label, Drug interactions)
Therefore, PLAQUENIL is not recommended in patients taking other drugs that have the potential to prolong the QT interval. (Hydroxychloroquine label, Warnings and precautions)
- IloperidoneantipsychoticMajor
Avoid the use of FANAPT in combination with any other drugs that prolong the QT interval [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] . (Iloperidone label, Drug interactions)
- IvabradineMajor
Bradycardia may increase the risk of QT prolongation which may lead to severe ventricular arrhythmias, including torsade de pointes, especially in patients with risk factors such as use of QTc prolonging drugs [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )] . (Ivabradine label, Warnings and precautions)
Known hypersensitivity to moxifloxacin or other quinolones. (Moxifloxacin label, Contraindications)
- Lidocainelocal anestheticMajor
Therefore, moxifloxacin should be avoided with Class IA and Class III antiarrhythmics [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ), Nonclinical Toxicology ( 13.2 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- Lidocaine and prilocainelocal anestheticMajor
Therefore, moxifloxacin should be avoided with Class IA and Class III antiarrhythmics [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ), Nonclinical Toxicology ( 13.2 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
…known to prolong the QT interval, including Class 1A (e.g., quinidine, procainamide) or Class III (e.g., amiodarone, sotalol) antiarrhythmics, antipsychotics (e.g., chlorpromazine, haloperidol, thioridazine, ziprasidone), antibiotics (e.g., moxifloxacin), or any other drug known to prolong the QT interval (e.g., pentamidine, levomethadyl acetate, methadone). (Loperamide label, Warnings)
QT Prolongation and Torsades de Pointes The effect of REMERON (mirtazapine) on QTc interval was assessed in a clinical randomized trial with placebo and positive (moxifloxacin) controls involving 54 healthy volunteers using exposure response analysis. (Mirtazapine label, Warnings and precautions)
- OfloxacinfluoroquinoloneMajor
Known hypersensitivity to moxifloxacin or other quinolones. (Moxifloxacin label, Contraindications)
Drugs that Prolong the QT Interval : Avoid concomitant use. (Phenobarbital label, Drug interactions)
- PimavanserinantipsychoticMajor
…in combination with other drugs known to prolong QT interval including Class 1A antiarrhythmics (e.g., quinidine, procainamide) or Class 3 antiarrhythmics (e.g., amiodarone, sotalol), certain antipsychotic medications (e.g., ziprasidone, chlorpromazine, thioridazine), and certain antibiotics (e.g., gatifloxacin, moxifloxacin) [see Drug Interactions (7.1) ] . (Pimavanserin label, Warnings and precautions)
- 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)
- PropafenoneantiarrhythmicMajor
Therefore, moxifloxacin should be avoided with Class IA and Class III antiarrhythmics [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ), Nonclinical Toxicology ( 13.2 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
Avoid the concomitant use of drugs known to prolong the QTc interval. (Sertraline label, Drug interactions)
Therefore, moxifloxacin should be avoided with Class IA and Class III antiarrhythmics [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ), Nonclinical Toxicology ( 13.2 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- 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)
Therefore, moxifloxacin should be avoided with Class IA and Class III antiarrhythmics [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ), Nonclinical Toxicology ( 13.2 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
Therefore, ziprasidone should not be given with: • dofetilide, sotalol, quinidine, other Class Ia and III anti-arrhythmics, mesoridazine, thioridazine, chlorpromazine, droperidol, pimozide, sparfloxacin, gatifloxacin, moxifloxacin, halofantrine, mefloquine, pentamidine, arsenic trioxide, levomethadyl acetate, dolasetron mesylate, probucol or tacrolimus. (Ziprasidone label, Contraindications)
Moderate interactions (133)
- AcarboseantidiabeticModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- Alfuzosinalpha blockerModerate
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)
- Amitriptylinetricyclic antidepressantModerate
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)
- ApixabananticoagulantModerate
Interacting Drug Interaction Warfarin Anticoagulant effect of warfarin may be enhanced. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- AripiprazoleantipsychoticModerate
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)
- AspirinNSAIDModerate
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) Although not observed with moxifloxacin in preclinical and clinical trials, the concomitant administration of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug with a quinolone may increase the risks of CNS stimulation and convulsions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- Aspirin and dipyridamoleantiplatelet agentModerate
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) Although not observed with moxifloxacin in preclinical and clinical trials, the concomitant administration of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug with a quinolone may increase the risks of CNS stimulation and convulsions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- BeclomethasonecorticosteroidModerate
The risk of developing fluoroquinolone-associated tendinitis and tendon rupture is increased in patients over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants. (Moxifloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)
- BetamethasonecorticosteroidModerate
The risk of developing fluoroquinolone-associated tendinitis and tendon rupture is increased in patients over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants. (Moxifloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)
- BrexpiprazoleantipsychoticModerate
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)
- BudesonidecorticosteroidModerate
The risk of developing fluoroquinolone-associated tendinitis and tendon rupture is increased in patients over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants. (Moxifloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)
- Budesonide and formoterolcorticosteroidModerate
The risk of developing fluoroquinolone-associated tendinitis and tendon rupture is increased in patients over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants. (Moxifloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)
- BuprenorphineopioidModerate
The risk of combining buprenorphine with other QT-prolonging agents is not known. (Buprenorphine label, Warnings and precautions)
- Buprenorphine and naloxoneopioidModerate
The risk of combining buprenorphine with other QT-prolonging agents is not known. (Buprenorphine and naloxone label, Warnings and precautions)
- BupropionantidepressantModerate
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)
- CalciumVitamin and mineralModerate
Calcium binds these drugs in the gut and can sharply cut how much is absorbed; separate the doses. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Calcium)
- CanagliflozinSGLT2 inhibitorModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- CariprazineantipsychoticModerate
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)
- CelecoxibNSAIDModerate
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) Although not observed with moxifloxacin in preclinical and clinical trials, the concomitant administration of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug with a quinolone may increase the risks of CNS stimulation and convulsions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- ChloroquineantimalarialModerate
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)
- ChlorpromazineantipsychoticModerate
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)
- CitalopramSSRIModerate
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)
- Clarithromycinmacrolide antibioticModerate
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)
- ClobetasolcorticosteroidModerate
The risk of developing fluoroquinolone-associated tendinitis and tendon rupture is increased in patients over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants. (Moxifloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)
- ClozapineantipsychoticModerate
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)
- DabigatrananticoagulantModerate
Interacting Drug Interaction Warfarin Anticoagulant effect of warfarin may be enhanced. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- DapagliflozinSGLT2 inhibitorModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- DesonidecorticosteroidModerate
The risk of developing fluoroquinolone-associated tendinitis and tendon rupture is increased in patients over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants. (Moxifloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)
- DesvenlafaxineSNRIModerate
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)
- DeutetrabenazineVMAT2 inhibitorModerate
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)
- DexamethasonecorticosteroidModerate
The risk of developing fluoroquinolone-associated tendinitis and tendon rupture is increased in patients over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants. (Moxifloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)
- DiclofenacNSAIDModerate
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) Although not observed with moxifloxacin in preclinical and clinical trials, the concomitant administration of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug with a quinolone may increase the risks of CNS stimulation and convulsions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- Doxepintricyclic antidepressantModerate
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)
- DulaglutideGLP-1 receptor agonistModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- DuloxetineSNRIModerate
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)
- EdoxabananticoagulantModerate
Interacting Drug Interaction Warfarin Anticoagulant effect of warfarin may be enhanced. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- EmpagliflozinSGLT2 inhibitorModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- Empagliflozin and metforminSGLT2 inhibitorModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- EnoxaparinanticoagulantModerate
Interacting Drug Interaction Warfarin Anticoagulant effect of warfarin may be enhanced. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- Erythromycinmacrolide antibioticModerate
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)
- EscitalopramSSRIModerate
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)
- EtodolacNSAIDModerate
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) Although not observed with moxifloxacin in preclinical and clinical trials, the concomitant administration of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug with a quinolone may increase the risks of CNS stimulation and convulsions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- ExenatideGLP-1 receptor agonistModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- FentanylopioidModerate
…prolonged QT interval, 3) treatment with Class 1 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 and 6) electrolyte imbalance, in particular hypokalemia and hypomagnesemia, or concomitant treatment with drugs (e.g., diuretics) that may cause electrolyte… (Fentanyl label, Warnings and precautions)
- FingolimodimmunosuppressantModerate
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)
- FludrocortisonecorticosteroidModerate
The risk of developing fluoroquinolone-associated tendinitis and tendon rupture is increased in patients over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants. (Moxifloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)
- FluocinonidecorticosteroidModerate
The risk of developing fluoroquinolone-associated tendinitis and tendon rupture is increased in patients over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants. (Moxifloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)
- FluoxetineSSRIModerate
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)
- FluticasonecorticosteroidModerate
The risk of developing fluoroquinolone-associated tendinitis and tendon rupture is increased in patients over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants. (Moxifloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)
- Fluticasone and salmeterolcorticosteroidModerate
The risk of developing fluoroquinolone-associated tendinitis and tendon rupture is increased in patients over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants. (Moxifloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)
- FluvoxamineSSRIModerate
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)
- FondaparinuxanticoagulantModerate
Interacting Drug Interaction Warfarin Anticoagulant effect of warfarin may be enhanced. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- 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)
- GlimepiridesulfonylureaModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- GlipizidesulfonylureaModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- GlyburidesulfonylureaModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- Glyburide and metforminsulfonylureaModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- GranisetronQT-prolonging drugModerate
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)
- HalobetasolcorticosteroidModerate
The risk of developing fluoroquinolone-associated tendinitis and tendon rupture is increased in patients over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants. (Moxifloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)
- HaloperidolantipsychoticModerate
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)
- HeparinanticoagulantModerate
Interacting Drug Interaction Warfarin Anticoagulant effect of warfarin may be enhanced. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- HydrocortisonecorticosteroidModerate
The risk of developing fluoroquinolone-associated tendinitis and tendon rupture is increased in patients over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants. (Moxifloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)
- HydroxyzineantihistamineModerate
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)
- IbuprofenNSAIDModerate
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) Although not observed with moxifloxacin in preclinical and clinical trials, the concomitant administration of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug with a quinolone may increase the risks of CNS stimulation and convulsions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- IndomethacinNSAIDModerate
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) Although not observed with moxifloxacin in preclinical and clinical trials, the concomitant administration of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug with a quinolone may increase the risks of CNS stimulation and convulsions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- Insulin aspartinsulinModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- Insulin degludecinsulinModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- Insulin detemirinsulinModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- Insulin glargineinsulinModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- Insulin lisproinsulinModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- Insulin regular (human)insulinModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- IronVitamin and mineralModerate
Iron binds these drugs in the gut and reduces their absorption; separate the doses. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Iron)
- Ketoconazoleazole antifungalModerate
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)
- KetorolacNSAIDModerate
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) Although not observed with moxifloxacin in preclinical and clinical trials, the concomitant administration of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug with a quinolone may increase the risks of CNS stimulation and convulsions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- LevomilnacipranSNRIModerate
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)
- LinagliptinDPP-4 inhibitorModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- LiraglutideGLP-1 receptor agonistModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- Lofexidinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate
Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)
- LumateperoneantipsychoticModerate
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)
- LurasidoneantipsychoticModerate
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)
- MagnesiumVitamin and mineralModerate
Magnesium-containing supplements and antacids reduce absorption of these drugs; separate the doses by at least two hours. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Magnesium)
- MeloxicamNSAIDModerate
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) Although not observed with moxifloxacin in preclinical and clinical trials, the concomitant administration of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug with a quinolone may increase the risks of CNS stimulation and convulsions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- MetforminbiguanideModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- MethadoneopioidModerate
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)
- MethylprednisolonecorticosteroidModerate
The risk of developing fluoroquinolone-associated tendinitis and tendon rupture is increased in patients over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants. (Moxifloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)
- 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)
- MometasonecorticosteroidModerate
The risk of developing fluoroquinolone-associated tendinitis and tendon rupture is increased in patients over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants. (Moxifloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)
- MycophenolateimmunosuppressantModerate
Examples Cyclosporine A, trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, bile acid sequestrants (cholestyramine), rifampin as well as aminoglycoside, cephalosporin, fluoroquinolone and penicillin classes of antimicrobials Drugs Modulating Glucuronidation Clinical Impact Concomitant use with drugs inducing glucuronidation decreases MPA systemic exposure, potentially reducing MYHIBBIN… (Mycophenolate label, Drug interactions)
- NabumetoneNSAIDModerate
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) Although not observed with moxifloxacin in preclinical and clinical trials, the concomitant administration of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug with a quinolone may increase the risks of CNS stimulation and convulsions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- Naltrexone and bupropionopioid antagonistModerate
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)
- NaproxenNSAIDModerate
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) Although not observed with moxifloxacin in preclinical and clinical trials, the concomitant administration of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug with a quinolone may increase the risks of CNS stimulation and convulsions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- Nortriptylinetricyclic antidepressantModerate
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)
- OlanzapineantipsychoticModerate
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)
- OndansetronQT-prolonging drugModerate
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)
- PaliperidoneantipsychoticModerate
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)
- ParoxetineSSRIModerate
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)
- PhenelzineMAO inhibitorModerate
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)
- PioglitazonethiazolidinedioneModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- Pioglitazone and metforminthiazolidinedioneModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- Posaconazoleazole antifungalModerate
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)
- PrednisolonecorticosteroidModerate
The risk of developing fluoroquinolone-associated tendinitis and tendon rupture is increased in patients over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants. (Moxifloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)
- PrednisonecorticosteroidModerate
The risk of developing fluoroquinolone-associated tendinitis and tendon rupture is increased in patients over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants. (Moxifloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)
- ProchlorperazineantipsychoticModerate
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)
- PromethazineantihistamineModerate
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)
- QuetiapineantipsychoticModerate
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)
- RanolazineQT-prolonging drugModerate
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)
- RepaglinidemeglitinideModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- RifampinantibioticModerate
Decrease exposure Digitoxin Decrease exposure Fluoroquinolones Pefloxacin Administered with rifampin 900 mg daily Decrease exposure Moxifloxacin , Decrease exposure Oral Hypoglycemic Agents (e.g., sulfonylureas) Glyburide Decrease exposure Rifampin may worsen glucose control of glyburide. (Rifampin label, Drug interactions)
- RisperidoneantipsychoticModerate
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)
- RivaroxabananticoagulantModerate
Interacting Drug Interaction Warfarin Anticoagulant effect of warfarin may be enhanced. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- SemaglutideGLP-1 receptor agonistModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- SitagliptinDPP-4 inhibitorModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- Sitagliptin and metforminDPP-4 inhibitorModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- SolifenacinanticholinergicModerate
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)
- SucralfateModerate
Drug Interactions Some studies have shown that simultaneous sucralfate administration in healthy volunteers reduced the extent of absorption (bioavailability) of single doses of the following: cimetidine, digoxin, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, ketoconazole, l-thyroxine, phenytoin, quinidine, ranitidine, tetracycline, and theophylline. (Sucralfate label, Drug interactions)
- Sumatriptan and naproxentriptanModerate
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) Although not observed with moxifloxacin in preclinical and clinical trials, the concomitant administration of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug with a quinolone may increase the risks of CNS stimulation and convulsions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- TacrolimusimmunosuppressantModerate
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)
- Tamoxifenselective estrogen receptor modulatorModerate
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)
- TirzepatideGLP-1 receptor agonistModerate
Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- TolterodineanticholinergicModerate
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)
- TramadolopioidModerate
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)
- TranylcypromineMAO inhibitorModerate
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)
- TrazodoneantidepressantModerate
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)
- TriamcinolonecorticosteroidModerate
The risk of developing fluoroquinolone-associated tendinitis and tendon rupture is increased in patients over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants. (Moxifloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)
- Umeclidinium and vilanterolanticholinergicModerate
…like 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 or within 2 weeks of discontinuation of such agents, because the effect of adrenergic agonists on the cardiovascular system may be potentiated by these agents. (Umeclidinium and vilanterol label, Drug interactions)
- ValbenazineVMAT2 inhibitorModerate
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)
- VardenafilPDE5 inhibitorModerate
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)
- VenlafaxineSNRIModerate
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)
- VilazodoneSSRIModerate
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)
- Voriconazoleazole antifungalModerate
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)
- VortioxetineantidepressantModerate
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)
- WarfarinanticoagulantModerate
Therefore, the prothrombin time, International Normalized Ratio (INR), or other suitable anticoagulation tests should be closely monitored if a quinolone is administered concomitantly with warfarin or its derivatives [see Adverse Reactions ( 6 , 6.1 ,), Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 ), and Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
- ZincVitamin and mineralModerate
Zinc reduces absorption of quinolone and tetracycline antibiotics; take the antibiotic at least two hours before or four to six hours after zinc. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Zinc)
Minor mentions (2)
- Bempedoic acidOATP1B1 inhibitorMinor
Tendon rupture may occur more frequently in patients over 60 years of age, in those taking corticosteroid or fluoroquinolone drugs, in patients with renal failure, and in patients with previous tendon disorders. (Bempedoic acid label, Warnings and precautions)
- Finasteride5-alpha reductase inhibitorMinor
…angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, analgesics, anti-convulsants, beta-adrenergic blocking agents, diuretics, calcium channel blockers, cardiac nitrates, HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), benzodiazepines, H 2 antagonists and quinolone anti-infectives without evidence of clinically significant adverse interactions. (Finasteride label, Drug interactions)
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