Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol interactions

Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol (Loestrin, Junel, Microgestin), an oral contraceptive has 157 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 35 major, 77 moderate, 36 minor, and 9 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 (35)

  • Anastrozolearomatase inhibitorMajor

    Estrogen Estrogen-containing therapies should not be used with ARIMIDEX as they may diminish its pharmacological action. (Anastrozole label, Drug interactions)

  • AprepitantCYP3A4 inhibitorMajor

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

  • ArmodafinilCNS stimulantMajor

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

  • BosentanCYP3A4 inducerMajor

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

  • CarbamazepineanticonvulsantMajor

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

  • CenobamateanticonvulsantMajor

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

  • ClobazambenzodiazepineMajor

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

  • Adding a progestin to estrogen therapy has been shown to reduce the risk of endometrial hyperplasia, which may be a precursor to endometrial cancer. (Conjugated estrogens label, Boxed warning)

  • Deferasiroxiron supplementMajor

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

  • DexamethasonecorticosteroidMajor

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

  • EslicarbazepineanticonvulsantMajor

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

  • EstradiolestrogenMajor

    CARDIOVASCULAR AND OTHER RISKS Estrogens and progestins should not be used for the prevention of cardiovascular disease [see WARNINGS , Cardiovascular disorders ]. (Estradiol label, Boxed warning)

  • GriseofulvinantifungalMajor

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

  • LevonorgestrelprogestinMajor

    …Precautions ( 5.4 )] • Postpartum endometritis or infected abortion in the past 3 months • Known or suspected uterine or cervical malignancy • Known or suspected breast cancer or other progestin-sensitive cancer, now or in the past • Uterine bleeding of unknown etiology • Untreated acute cervicitis or vaginitis, including bacterial vaginosis or other lower genital… (Levonorgestrel label, Contraindications)

  • …symptoms, migraine headaches with aura, or over age 35 with any migraine headaches [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] Current or history of breast cancer or other estrogen- or progestin-sensitive cancer Liver tumors, acute viral hepatitis, or severe (decompensated) cirrhosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Undiagnosed abnormal uterine bleeding [see… (Levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol label, Contraindications)

  • MedroxyprogesteroneprogestinMajor

    • MPA Injectable Suspension, USP is not recommended as a long-term (i.e., longer than 2 years) birth control method unless other options are considered inadequate [see Indications and Usage (1) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . (Medroxyprogesterone label, Boxed warning)

  • Misoprostolprostaglandin analogMajor

    • is capable of complying with effective contraceptive measures. (Misoprostol label, Boxed warning)

  • ModafinilCNS stimulantMajor

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

  • …(5.2) ] Liver tumors, benign or malignant, or liver disease [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Undiagnosed abnormal uterine bleeding [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ] Use of Hepatitis C drug combinations containing ombitasvir/paritaprevir/ritonavir, with or without dasabuvir, due to the potential for ALT elevations [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] . (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Contraindications)

  • NorethindroneprogestinMajor

    CONTRAINDICATIONS Progestin-only oral contraceptives (POPs) should not be used by women who currently have the following conditions: Known or suspected pregnancy Known or suspected carcinoma of the breast Undiagnosed abnormal genital bleeding Hypersensitivity to any component of this product Benign or malignant liver tumors Acute liver disease (Norethindrone label, Contraindications)

  • OxcarbazepineanticonvulsantMajor

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

  • PhenobarbitalbarbiturateMajor

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

  • Phentermine and topiramateCNS stimulantMajor

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

  • PhenytoinanticonvulsantMajor

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

  • PrimidoneanticonvulsantMajor

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

  • ProgesteroneprogestinMajor

    WARNING: CARDIOVASCULAR DISORDERS, BREAST CANCER AND PROBABLE DEMENTIA FOR ESTROGEN PLUS PROGESTIN THERAPY Cardiovascular Disorders and Probable Dementia Estrogens plus progestin therapy should not be used for the prevention of cardiovascular disease or dementia (see CLINICAL STUDIES and WARNINGS, Cardiovascular disorders and Probable dementia ). (Progesterone label, Boxed warning)

  • Raloxifeneselective estrogen receptor modulatorMajor

    Concomitant Use with Systemic Estrogens : Not recommended. (Raloxifene label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RifampinantibioticMajor

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

  • RitonavirantiretroviralMajor

    …(5.2) ] Liver tumors, benign or malignant, or liver disease [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Undiagnosed abnormal uterine bleeding [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ] Use of Hepatitis C drug combinations containing ombitasvir/paritaprevir/ritonavir, with or without dasabuvir, due to the potential for ALT elevations [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] . (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Contraindications)

  • St. John's wortHerbal and supplementMajor

    St. John's wort can make birth control pills less effective. (NCCIH, St. John's Wort)

  • Tizanidinemuscle relaxantMajor

    Moderate or Weak CYP1A2 Inhibitors Concomitant use of Zanaflex with moderate or weak CYP1A2 inhibitors (e.g., zileuton, antiarrhythmics [amiodarone, mexiletine, propafenone, and verapamil], cimetidine, famotidine, oral contraceptives, acyclovir, and ticlopidine) should be avoided. (Tizanidine label, Drug interactions)

  • Tobacco and smokingTobacco and cannabisMajor

    WARNING: CIGARETTE SMOKING AND SERIOUS CARDIOVASCULAR EVENTS Cigarette smoking increases the risk of serious cardiovascular events from combination oral contraceptive (COC ) use. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Boxed warning)

  • TopiramateanticonvulsantMajor

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

  • Tranexamic acidantifibrinolyticMajor

    Concomitant use of combined hormonal contraceptives ( 4.1 ) (Tranexamic acid label, Contraindications)

  • Voriconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    John's Wort (CYP450 inducer; P-gp inducer) Significantly Reduced Contraindicated Oral Contraceptives containing ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone (CYP2C19 Inhibition) Increased Monitoring for adverse reactions and toxicity related to voriconazole is recommended for concomitant administration with oral contraceptives. (Voriconazole label, Drug interactions)

Moderate interactions (77)

  • Ascorbic acid and acetaminophen may increase plasma ethinyl estradiol levels, possibly by inhibition of conjugation. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • AmiodaroneantiarrhythmicModerate

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

  • Amoxicillinpenicillin antibioticModerate

    Amoxicillin may reduce the efficacy of oral contraceptives. (Amoxicillin label, Drug interactions)

  • Amoxicillin and clavulanatepenicillin antibioticModerate

    Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium Extended Release Tablets may reduce efficacy of oral contraceptives. (Amoxicillin and clavulanate label, Drug interactions)

  • Ampicillinpenicillin antibioticModerate

    Oral Contraceptives : May be less effective and increased breakthrough bleeding may occur. (Ampicillin label, Drug interactions)

  • AtorvastatinstatinModerate

    Increase i n Plasma Levels of Ethinyl Estradiol Associated with Co-Administered Drugs Co-administration of atorvastatin and certain COCs containing ethinyl estradiol increase AUC values for ethinyl estradiol by approximately 20 percent. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • Butalbital, acetaminophen, and caffeinebarbiturateModerate

    Ascorbic acid and acetaminophen may increase plasma ethinyl estradiol levels, possibly by inhibition of conjugation. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • Cholestyraminebile acid sequestrantModerate

    Drug Interactions Cholestyramine for Oral Suspension USP may delay or reduce the absorption of concomitant oral medication such as phenylbutazone, warfarin, thiazide diuretics (acidic), or propranolol (basic), as well as tetracycline, penicillin G, phenobarbital, thyroid and thyroxine preparations, estrogens and progestins, and digitalis. (Cholestyramine label, Drug interactions)

  • CimetidineH2 blockerModerate

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

  • Clarithromycinmacrolide antibioticModerate

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

  • Colesevelambile acid sequestrantModerate

    Concomitant use with colesevelam hydrochloride may decrease the exposure of the following drugs: Drugs with a narrow therapeutic index (e.g., cyclosporine), phenytoin, thyroid hormone replacement therapy, warfarin, oral contraceptives containing ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone, olmesartan medoxomil, and sulfonylureas (glimepiride, glipizide, glyburide). (Colesevelam label, Drug interactions)

  • CyclosporineimmunosuppressantModerate

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

  • DeutetrabenazineVMAT2 inhibitorModerate

    Chronic increase in serum prolactin levels (although not evaluated in the AUSTEDO XR, AUSTEDO, or tetrabenazine development programs) has been associated with low levels of estrogen and increased risk of osteoporosis. (Deutetrabenazine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Diltiazemcalcium channel blockerModerate

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

  • Divalproex (valproate)anticonvulsantModerate

    Aspirin, carbapenem antibiotics, estrogen-containing hormonal contraceptives, methotrexate: Monitoring of valproate concentrations is recommended ( 7.1 ) (Divalproex (valproate) label, Drug interactions)

  • DolutegravirantiretroviralModerate

    …following drugs can be coadministered with dolutegravir without a dose adjustment: atazanavir/ritonavir, darunavir/ritonavir, elbasvir/grazoprevir, methadone, midazolam, omeprazole, oral contraceptives containing norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol, prednisone, rifabutin, rilpivirine, sofosbuvir/velpatasvir, and tenofovir [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Dolutegravir label, Drug interactions)

  • DronedaroneantiarrhythmicModerate

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

  • Drospirenone and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

    COCs containing DRSP may be associated with a higher risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) than COCs containing levonorgestrel or some other progestins. (Drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DuloxetineSNRIModerate

    Therefore, an increase or decrease in the metabolism of CYP3A substrates (e.g., oral contraceptives and other steroidal agents) resulting from induction or inhibition is not anticipated, although clinical studies have not been performed. (Duloxetine label, Drug interactions)

  • Elexacaftor, tezacaftor, and ivacaftorModerate

    For patients with CF taking hormonal contraceptives who develop rash, consider interrupting TRIKAFTA and hormonal contraceptives. (Elexacaftor, tezacaftor, and ivacaftor label, Drug interactions)

  • Erythromycinmacrolide antibioticModerate

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

  • EverolimusimmunosuppressantModerate

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

  • FelbamateanticonvulsantModerate

    Some drugs or herbal products that may decrease the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives include: barbiturates bosentan carbamazepine felbamate griseofulvin oxcarbazepine phenytoin rifampin St. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • FlibanserinCNS depressantModerate

    Weak CYP3A4 Inhibitors Examples Oral contraceptives, cimetidine, fluoxetine, ginkgo, ranitidine Clinical Implications The concomitant use of ADDYI with multiple weak CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase the risk of adverse reactions. (Flibanserin label, Drug interactions)

  • Fluconazoleazole antifungalModerate

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

  • FludrocortisonecorticosteroidModerate

    Estrogen —increased levels of corticosteroid-binding globulin thereby increasing the bound (inactive) fraction; this effect is at least balanced by decreased metabolism of corticosteroids. (Fludrocortisone label, Drug interactions)

  • GabapentinanticonvulsantModerate

    Oral Contraceptive Based on AUC and half-life, multiple-dose pharmacokinetic profiles of norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol following administration of tablets containing 2.5 mg of norethindrone acetate and 50 mcg of ethinyl estradiol were similar with and without coadministration of gabapentin (400 mg three times a day; N=13). (Gabapentin label, Drug interactions)

  • GlimepiridesulfonylureaModerate

    …somatropin, protease inhibitors, atypical antipsychotic medications (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), barbiturates, diazoxide, laxatives, rifampin, thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid hormones, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics (e.g., epinephrine, albuterol, terbutaline), and isoniazid. (Glimepiride label, Drug interactions)

  • GlipizidesulfonylureaModerate

    …GLUCOTROL XL, leading to worsening glycemic control: atypical antipsychotics (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), corticosteroids, danazol, diuretics, estrogens, glucagon, isoniazid, niacin, oral contraceptives, phenothiazines, progestogens (e.g., in oral contraceptives), protease inhibitors, somatropin, sympathomimetic agents (e.g., albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline),… (Glipizide label, Drug interactions)

  • Ascorbic acid and acetaminophen may increase plasma ethinyl estradiol levels, possibly by inhibition of conjugation. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • HydrocortisonecorticosteroidModerate

    Intervention: Concomitant use of estrogen/estrogen containing products may require an increase in the ALKINDI SPRINKLE dose. (Hydrocortisone label, Drug interactions)

  • ImatinibCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

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

  • Insulin aspartinsulinModerate

    …Glucose Lowering Effect of Insulin Aspart Drugs: Atypical antipsychotics (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), corticosteroids, danazol, diuretics, estrogens, glucagon, isoniazid, niacin, oral contraceptives, phenothiazines, progestogens (e.g., in oral contraceptives), protease inhibitors, somatropin, sympathomimetic agents (e.g., albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline),… (Insulin aspart label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin degludecinsulinModerate

    …Glucose Lowering Effect of Insulin Degludec Drugs: Atypical antipsychotics (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), corticosteroids, danazol, diuretics, estrogens, glucagon, isoniazid, niacin, oral contraceptives, phenothiazines, progestogens (e.g., in oral contraceptives), protease inhibitors, somatropin, sympathomimetic agents (e.g., albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline),… (Insulin degludec label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin detemirinsulinModerate

    …Blood Glucose Lowering Effect of LEVEMIR Drugs: Atypical antipsychotics (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), corticosteroids, danazol, diuretics, estrogens, glucagon, isoniazid, niacin, oral contraceptives, phenothiazines, progestogens (e.g., in oral contraceptives), protease inhibitors, somatropin, sympathomimetic agents (e.g., albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline),… (Insulin detemir label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin glargineinsulinModerate

    …Lowering Effect of Insulin Glargine-yfgn Drugs: Atypical antipsychotics (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), corticosteroids, danazol, diuretics, estrogens, glucagon, isoniazid, niacin, oral contraceptives, phenothiazines, progestogens (e.g., in oral contraceptives), protease inhibitors, somatropin, sympathomimetic agents (e.g., albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline),… (Insulin glargine label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin lisproinsulinModerate

    …Blood Glucose Lowering Effect of LYUMJEV Drugs: Atypical antipsychotics (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), corticosteroids, danazol, diuretics, estrogens, glucagon, isoniazid, niacin, oral contraceptives, phenothiazines, progestogens (e.g., in oral contraceptives), protease inhibitors, somatropin, sympathomimetic agents (e.g., albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline),… (Insulin lispro label, Drug interactions)

  • IsoniazidantibioticModerate

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

  • Itraconazoleazole antifungalModerate

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

  • IvacaftorCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

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

  • Ketoconazoleazole antifungalModerate

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

  • LamotrigineanticonvulsantModerate

    COCs have been shown to significantly decrease plasma concentrations of lamotrigine, likely due to induction of lamotrigine glucuronidation. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • LeflunomideimmunosuppressantModerate

    Effect on Oral Contraceptives Teriflunomide may increase the systemic exposures of ethinylestradiol and levonorgestrel. (Leflunomide label, Drug interactions)

  • Levothyroxinethyroid hormoneModerate

    Women on thyroid hormone replacement therapy may need increased doses of thyroid hormone because serum concentrations of thyroid binding globulin increase with use of COCs. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Liothyroninethyroid hormoneModerate

    Women on thyroid hormone replacement therapy may need increased doses of thyroid hormone because serum concentrations of thyroid binding globulin increase with use of COCs. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Methimazoleantithyroid drugModerate

    Women on thyroid hormone replacement therapy may need increased doses of thyroid hormone because serum concentrations of thyroid binding globulin increase with use of COCs. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MethylprednisolonecorticosteroidModerate

    Estrogens, including oral contraceptives : Estrogens may decrease the hepatic metabolism of certain corticosteroids, thereby increasing their effect. (Methylprednisolone label, Drug interactions)

  • Mirabegronbeta-adrenergic agonistModerate

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

  • MycophenolateimmunosuppressantModerate

    MYHIBBIN may reduce effectiveness of oral contraceptives. (Mycophenolate label, Drug interactions)

  • NintedanibModerate

    Advise women taking oral hormonal contraceptives experiencing vomiting, diarrhea, or other conditions where the drug absorption may be reduced to use alternative highly effective contraception. (Nintedanib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Norgestimate and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

    Effects of Other Drugs on Combined Oral Contraceptives Substances decreasing the plasma concentrations of COCs Drugs or herbal products that induce certain enzymes, including cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4), may decrease the plasma concentrations of COCs and potentially diminish the effectiveness of COCs or increase breakthrough bleeding. (Norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • Ascorbic acid and acetaminophen may increase plasma ethinyl estradiol levels, possibly by inhibition of conjugation. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • PalbociclibCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

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

  • PerampanelanticonvulsantModerate

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

  • PitolisantQT-prolonging drugModerate

    Sensitive CYP3A4 Substrates (including hormonal contraceptives): WAKIX may reduce effectiveness of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates. (Pitolisant label, Drug interactions)

  • Posaconazoleazole antifungalModerate

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

  • PrednisolonecorticosteroidModerate

    Estrogens, including oral contraceptives: Estrogens may decrease the hepatic metabolism of certain corticosteroids thereby increasing their effect. (Prednisolone label, Drug interactions)

  • PrednisonecorticosteroidModerate

    Estrogens, Including Oral Contraceptives Estrogens may decrease the hepatic metabolism of certain corticosteroids, thereby increasing their effect. (Prednisone label, Drug interactions)

  • Propylthiouracilantithyroid drugModerate

    Women on thyroid hormone replacement therapy may need increased doses of thyroid hormone because serum concentrations of thyroid binding globulin increase with use of COCs. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RanolazineQT-prolonging drugModerate

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

  • RiluzoleModerate

    The concomitant use of strong or moderate CYP1A2 inhibitors (e.g., ciprofloxacin, enoxacin, fluvoxamine, methoxsalen, mexiletine, oral contraceptives, thiabendazole, vemurafenib, zileuton) with TIGLUTIK may increase the risk of TIGLUTIK - associated adverse reactions [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Riluzole label, Drug interactions)

  • RoflumilastPDE4 inhibitorModerate

    Oral Contraceptives Containing Gestodene and Ethinyl Estradiol The co-administration of DALIRESP (500 mcg) with oral contraceptives containing gestodene and ethinyl estradiol may increase roflumilast systemic exposure and may result in increased side effects. (Roflumilast label, Drug interactions)

  • Ropiniroledopamine agonistModerate

    Estrogens Population pharmacokinetic analysis revealed that higher doses of estrogens (usually associated with hormone replacement therapy) reduced the clearance of ropinirole. (Ropinirole label, Drug interactions)

  • Suvorexantsedative-hypnoticModerate

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

  • TacrolimusimmunosuppressantModerate

    Mild or Moderate CYP3A Inhibitors: Clotrimazole, antibiotics (e.g., verapamil, diltiazem, nifedipine, nicardipine), amiodarone, danazol, ethinyl estradiol, cimetidine, lansoprazole and omeprazole May increase tacrolimus whole blood trough concentrations and increase the risk of serious adverse reactions (e.g., neurotoxicity, QT prolongation) [see Warnings and… (Tacrolimus label, Drug interactions)

  • Tamoxifenselective estrogen receptor modulatorModerate

    Hypercalcemia in Patients with Metastatic Breast Cancer As with other additive hormonal therapy (estrogens and androgens), hypercalcemia has been reported in some breast cancer patients with bone metastases within a few weeks of starting treatment with tamoxifen. (Tamoxifen label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TeriflunomideimmunosuppressantModerate

    Effect of AUBAGIO on Oral Contraceptives AUBAGIO may increase the systemic exposures of ethinylestradiol and levonorgestrel. (Teriflunomide label, Drug interactions)

  • TetrabenazineVMAT2 inhibitorModerate

    Chronic increase in serum prolactin levels (although not evaluated in the tetrabenazine development program) has been associated with low levels of estrogen and increased risk of osteoporosis. (Tetrabenazine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TheophyllinemethylxanthineModerate

    Estrogen Estrogen containing oral contraceptives decrease theophylline clearance in a dose-dependent fashion. (Theophylline label, Drug interactions)

  • Ticagrelorantiplatelet agentModerate

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

  • TirzepatideGLP-1 receptor agonistModerate

    Advise patients using oral hormonal contraceptives to switch to a non-oral contraceptive method, or add a barrier method of contraception for 4 weeks after initiation with ZEPBOUND and for 4 weeks after each dose escalation. (Tirzepatide label, Drug interactions)

  • TocilizumabimmunosuppressantModerate

    Exercise caution when coadministering TOFIDENCE with CYP3A4 substrate drugs where decrease in effectiveness is undesirable, e.g., oral contraceptives, lovastatin, atorvastatin, etc. (Tocilizumab label, Drug interactions)

  • TriamcinolonecorticosteroidModerate

    Estrogens, including oral contraceptives: Estrogens may decrease the hepatic metabolism of certain corticosteroids, thereby increasing their effect. (Triamcinolone label, Drug interactions)

  • UrsodiolModerate

    Drugs Affecting Lipid Metabolism Estrogens, oral contraceptives, and clofibrate (and perhaps other lipid-lowering drugs) increase hepatic cholesterol secretion and encourage cholesterol gallstone formation and hence may counteract the effectiveness of URSO 250 and URSO Forte. (Ursodiol label, Drug interactions)

  • Valproic acidanticonvulsantModerate

    Aspirin, carbapenem antibiotics, estrogen-containing hormonal contraceptives: Monitoring of valproate concentrations is recommended (7.1) (Valproic acid label, Drug interactions)

  • Verapamilcalcium channel blockerModerate

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

  • WarfarinanticoagulantModerate

    …carbamazepine, phenobarbital, rifampin CYP1A2 acyclovir, allopurinol, caffeine, cimetidine, ciprofloxacin, disulfiram, enoxacin, famotidine, fluvoxamine, methoxsalen, mexiletine, norfloxacin, oral contraceptives, phenylpropanolamine, propafenone, propranolol, terbinafine, thiabendazole, ticlopidine, verapamil, zileuton montelukast, moricizine, omeprazole, phenobarbital,… (Warfarin label, Drug interactions)

Minor mentions (36)

  • AcarboseantidiabeticMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • AlbendazoleMinor

    Advise women of reproductive potential to use effective birth control for the duration of ALBENZA therapy and for one month after end of therapy. (Albendazole label, Warnings and precautions)

  • BeclomethasonecorticosteroidMinor

    Steroid hormones may be poorly metabolized in patients with impaired liver function. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • BetamethasonecorticosteroidMinor

    Steroid hormones may be poorly metabolized in patients with impaired liver function. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • BudesonidecorticosteroidMinor

    Steroid hormones may be poorly metabolized in patients with impaired liver function. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Budesonide and formoterolcorticosteroidMinor

    Steroid hormones may be poorly metabolized in patients with impaired liver function. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ClobetasolcorticosteroidMinor

    Steroid hormones may be poorly metabolized in patients with impaired liver function. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ClozapineantipsychoticMinor

    Moderate or weak CYP1A2 inhibitors include oral contraceptives and caffeine. (Clozapine label, Drug interactions)

  • DesonidecorticosteroidMinor

    Steroid hormones may be poorly metabolized in patients with impaired liver function. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Dihydroergotamineergot alkaloidMinor

    Oral Contraceptives The effect of oral contraceptives on the pharmacokinetics of Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Injection, USP has not been studied. (Dihydroergotamine label, Drug interactions)

  • Doxycyclinetetracycline antibioticMinor

    Concurrent use of tetracyclines, including doxycycline hyclate may render oral contraceptives less effective. (Doxycycline label, Drug interactions)

  • Empagliflozin and metforminSGLT2 inhibitorMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Empagliflozin and metformin label, Drug interactions)

  • ExenatideGLP-1 receptor agonistMinor

    For oral medications that are dependent on threshold concentrations for efficacy, such as contraceptives and antibiotics, patients should be advised to take those drugs at least 1 hour before BYETTA injection. (Exenatide label, Drug interactions)

  • FluocinonidecorticosteroidMinor

    Steroid hormones may be poorly metabolized in patients with impaired liver function. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FluticasonecorticosteroidMinor

    Steroid hormones may be poorly metabolized in patients with impaired liver function. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Fluticasone and salmeterolcorticosteroidMinor

    Steroid hormones may be poorly metabolized in patients with impaired liver function. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • GlyburidesulfonylureaMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Glyburide label, Drug interactions)

  • Glyburide and metforminsulfonylureaMinor

    Examples: Thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel blockers, and isoniazid. (Glyburide and metformin label, Drug interactions)

  • HalobetasolcorticosteroidMinor

    Steroid hormones may be poorly metabolized in patients with impaired liver function. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Insulin regular (human)insulinMinor

    Atypical Antipsychotics (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), Corticosteroids, Danazol, Diuretics, Estrogens, Glucagon, Isoniazid, Niacin, Oral Contraceptives, Phenothiazines, Progestogens (e.g., in oral contraceptives), Protease inhibitors, Somatropin, Sympathomimetic Agents (e.g., albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline) and Thyroid Hormones. (Insulin regular (human) label, Drug interactions)

  • IsotretinoinretinoidMinor

    Oral Contraceptives Isotretinoin Capsules did not result in clinically significant changes in the pharmacokinetics of norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol when used concomitantly with a norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol oral contraceptive [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )]. (Isotretinoin label, Drug interactions)

  • LevetiracetamanticonvulsantMinor

    Potential pharmacokinetic interactions of or with levetiracetam were assessed in clinical pharmacokinetic studies (phenytoin, valproate, warfarin, digoxin, oral contraceptive, probenecid) and through pharmacokinetic screening in the placebo-controlled clinical studies in epilepsy patients. (Levetiracetam label, Drug interactions)

  • MacitentanMinor

    Advise patients who can become pregnant to use effective contraceptive methods prior to initiation of treatment, during treatment, and for one month after discontinuation of treatment with OPSUMIT. (Macitentan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MegestrolprogestinMinor

    Changes in Contraceptive Effectiveness Associated with Co-Administration of Other Products If a woman on hormonal contraceptives takes a drug or herbal product that induces enzymes, including CYP3A4, that metabolize contraceptive hormones, counsel her to use additional contraception or a different method of contraception. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • MetforminbiguanideMinor

    Examples: Thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel blockers, and isoniazid. (Metformin label, Drug interactions)

  • MometasonecorticosteroidMinor

    Steroid hormones may be poorly metabolized in patients with impaired liver function. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Pilocarpinecholinergic agonistMinor

    …performed, the following concomitant drugs were used in at least 10% of patients in either or both Sjogren's efficacy studies: acetylsalicylic acid, artificial tears, calcium, conjugated estrogens, hydroxychloroquine sulfate, ibuprofen, levothyroxine sodium, medroxyprogesterone acetate, methotrexate, multivitamins, naproxen, omeprazole, paracetamol, and prednisone. (Pilocarpine label, Drug interactions)

  • Pioglitazone and metforminthiazolidinedioneMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel blockers, and isoniazid. (Pioglitazone and metformin label, Drug interactions)

  • PregabalinanticonvulsantMinor

    No pharmacokinetic interactions were observed between LYRICA and carbamazepine, gabapentin, lamotrigine, oral contraceptive, phenobarbital, phenytoin, topiramate, and valproic acid. (Pregabalin label, Drug interactions)

  • RepaglinidemeglitinideMinor

    Examples: Atypical antipsychotics (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), calcium channel antagonists, corticosteroids, danazol, diuretics, estrogens, glucagon, isoniazid, niacin, oral contraceptives, phenothiazines, progestogens (e.g., in oral contraceptives), protease inhibitors, somatropin, sympathomimetic agents (e.g., albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline), and… (Repaglinide label, Drug interactions)

  • RisedronatebisphosphonateMinor

    Hormone Therapy Concomitant use of Risedronate sodium delayed-release with estrogens and estrogen agonist/antagonists has not been studied. (Risedronate label, Drug interactions)

  • RufinamideanticonvulsantMinor

    Hormonal contraceptives may be less effective with BANZEL; use additional non-hormonal forms of contraception ( 7.3 ) (Rufinamide label, Drug interactions)

  • Sitagliptin and metforminDPP-4 inhibitorMinor

    Examples: Thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel blockers, and isoniazid. (Sitagliptin and metformin label, Drug interactions)

  • TerbinafineantifungalMinor

    There is no information available from adequate drug-drug interaction studies with the following classes of drugs: oral contraceptives, hormone replacement therapies, hypoglycemics, phenytoins, thiazide diuretics, and calcium channel blockers. (Terbinafine label, Drug interactions)

  • Tetracyclinetetracycline antibioticMinor

    Concurrent use of tetracycline may render oral contraceptives less effective. (Tetracycline label, Drug interactions)

  • ZiprasidoneantipsychoticMinor

    Oral Contraceptives In vivo studies have revealed no effect of ziprasidone on the pharmacokinetics of estrogen or progesterone components. (Ziprasidone label, Drug interactions)

No significant interaction reported (9)

  • AlosetronNo interaction

    Another study showed that alosetron had no clinically significant effect on plasma concentrations of the oral contraceptive agents ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel (CYP3A4 substrates). (Alosetron label, Drug interactions)

  • DarifenacinanticholinergicNo interaction

    Combination oral contraceptives Darifenacin (10 mg three times daily) had no effect on the pharmacokinetics of the combination oral contraceptives containing levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] . (Darifenacin label, Drug interactions)

  • DofetilideantiarrhythmicNo interaction

    Other Drugs: In healthy volunteers, amlodipine, phenytoin, glyburide, ranitidine, omeprazole, hormone replacement therapy (a combination of conjugated estrogens and medroxyprogesterone), antacid (aluminum and magnesium hydroxides), and theophylline did not affect the pharmacokinetics of dofetilide. (Dofetilide label, Drug interactions)

  • Emtricitabine and tenofovirantiretroviralNo interaction

    No clinically significant drug interactions have been either observed or are expected when DESCOVY is combined with the following drugs: buprenorphine, itraconazole, ketoconazole, lorazepam, methadone, midazolam, naloxone, norbuprenorphine, norgestimate/ethinyl estradiol, and sertraline. (Emtricitabine and tenofovir label, Drug interactions)

  • FesoterodineanticholinergicNo interaction

    Oral Contraceptives In the presence of fesoterodine, there are no clinically significant changes in the plasma concentrations of combined oral contraceptives containing ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Fesoterodine label, Drug interactions)

  • Montelukastleukotriene receptor antagonistNo interaction

    No dose adjustment is needed when SINGULAIR is co-administered with theophylline, prednisone, prednisolone, oral contraceptives, fexofenadine, digoxin, warfarin, gemfibrozil, itraconazole, thyroid hormones, sedative hypnotics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, benzodiazepines, decongestants, and Cytochrome P450 (CYP) enzyme inducers [see Clinical Pharmacology… (Montelukast label, Drug interactions)

  • Sofosbuvir and velpatasvirantiviralNo interaction

    …clinically significant 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:… (Sofosbuvir and velpatasvir label, Drug interactions)

  • TiagabineanticonvulsantNo interaction

    Oral Contraceptives : Multiple dose administration of tiagabine (8 mg/day monotherapy) did not alter the pharmacokinetics of oral contraceptives in healthy women of child-bearing age. (Tiagabine label, Drug interactions)

  • Zafirlukastleukotriene receptor antagonistNo interaction

    In a single-blind, parallel-group, 3-week study in 39 healthy female subjects taking oral contraceptives, 40 mg twice daily of zafirlukast had no significant effect on ethinyl estradiol plasma concentrations or contraceptive efficacy. (Zafirlukast label, Precautions)

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