Pentamidine interactions

Pentamidine (Pentam, NebuPent), a QT-prolonging drug has 86 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 35 major, 48 moderate, 3 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.

Interactions from the label

Major interactions (35)

  • AmikacinaminoglycosideMajor

    Because the nephrotoxic effects may be additive, the concomitant or sequential use of Pentamidine Isethionate and other nephrotoxic drugs such as aminoglycosides, amphotericin B, cisplatin, foscarnet, or vancomycin should be closely monitored and avoided, if possible. (Pentamidine label, Drug interactions)

  • AmiodaroneantiarrhythmicMajor

    Reserve the combination of amiodarone with other antiarrhythmic therapies that prolong the QTc to patients with life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias who are incompletely responsive to a single agent. (Amiodarone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Amphotericin BantifungalMajor

    Because the nephrotoxic effects may be additive, the concomitant or sequential use of Pentamidine Isethionate and other nephrotoxic drugs such as aminoglycosides, amphotericin B, cisplatin, foscarnet, or vancomycin should be closely monitored and avoided, if possible. (Pentamidine label, Drug interactions)

  • Azithromycinmacrolide antibioticMajor

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

  • CidofovirantiviralMajor

    Nephrotoxic agents Concomitant administration of cidofovir injection and agents with nephrotoxic potential [e.g., intravenous aminoglycosides (e.g., tobramycin, gentamicin, and amikacin), amphotericin B, foscarnet, intravenous pentamidine, vancomycin, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents] is contraindicated. (Cidofovir label, Drug interactions)

  • CiprofloxacinfluoroquinoloneMajor

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

  • Because the nephrotoxic effects may be additive, the concomitant or sequential use of Pentamidine Isethionate and other nephrotoxic drugs such as aminoglycosides, amphotericin B, cisplatin, foscarnet, or vancomycin should be closely monitored and avoided, if possible. (Pentamidine label, Drug interactions)

  • DofetilideantiarrhythmicMajor

    Use with Drugs that Prolong QT Interval and Antiarrhythmic Agents The use of dofetilide in conjunction with other drugs that prolong the QT interval has not been studied and is not recommended. (Dofetilide label, Warnings)

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

  • Fluconazoleazole antifungalMajor

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

  • FoscarnetantiviralMajor

    Because the nephrotoxic effects may be additive, the concomitant or sequential use of Pentamidine Isethionate and other nephrotoxic drugs such as aminoglycosides, amphotericin B, cisplatin, foscarnet, or vancomycin should be closely monitored and avoided, if possible. (Pentamidine label, Drug interactions)

  • FosfomycinantibioticMajor

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

  • GentamicinaminoglycosideMajor

    Because the nephrotoxic effects may be additive, the concomitant or sequential use of Pentamidine Isethionate and other nephrotoxic drugs such as aminoglycosides, amphotericin B, cisplatin, foscarnet, or vancomycin should be closely monitored and avoided, if possible. (Pentamidine label, Drug interactions)

  • HydroxychloroquineQT-prolonging drugMajor

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

  • 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)

  • 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)

  • LevofloxacinfluoroquinoloneMajor

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

  • LoperamideQT-prolonging drugMajor

    …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)

  • Lopinavir and ritonavirantiretroviralMajor

    Avoid use in patients with congenital long QT syndrome, those with hypokalemia, and with other drugs that prolong the QT interval. (Lopinavir and ritonavir label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MirtazapineantidepressantMajor

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

  • NeomycinaminoglycosideMajor

    Because the nephrotoxic effects may be additive, the concomitant or sequential use of Pentamidine Isethionate and other nephrotoxic drugs such as aminoglycosides, amphotericin B, cisplatin, foscarnet, or vancomycin should be closely monitored and avoided, if possible. (Pentamidine label, Drug interactions)

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

  • Avoid coadministration of VOTRIENT with drugs known to prolong the QT/QTc interval. (Pazopanib label, Drug interactions)

  • PhenobarbitalbarbiturateMajor

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

  • PimozideantipsychoticMajor

    Because pimozide prolongs the QT interval of the electrocardiogram it is contraindicated in patients with congenital long QT syndrome, patients with a history of cardiac arrhythmias, patients taking other drugs which prolong the QT interval of the electrocardiogram or patients with known hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia (see also PRECAUTIONS - DRUG INTERACTIONS ). (Pimozide label, Contraindications)

  • PitolisantQT-prolonging drugMajor

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

  • PlazomicinaminoglycosideMajor

    Because the nephrotoxic effects may be additive, the concomitant or sequential use of Pentamidine Isethionate and other nephrotoxic drugs such as aminoglycosides, amphotericin B, cisplatin, foscarnet, or vancomycin should be closely monitored and avoided, if possible. (Pentamidine label, Drug interactions)

  • PropafenoneantiarrhythmicMajor

    • Avoid use with other antiarrhythmic agents or drugs that prolong the QT interval. (Propafenone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • SertralineSSRIMajor

    Avoid the concomitant use of drugs known to prolong the QTc interval. (Sertraline 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)

  • ThioridazineantipsychoticMajor

    CONTRAINDICATIONS Thioridazine hydrochloride tablet use should be avoided in combination with other drugs that are known to prolong the QTc interval and in patients with congenital long QT syndrome or a history of cardiac arrhythmias. (Thioridazine label, Contraindications)

  • TobramycinaminoglycosideMajor

    Because the nephrotoxic effects may be additive, the concomitant or sequential use of Pentamidine Isethionate and other nephrotoxic drugs such as aminoglycosides, amphotericin B, cisplatin, foscarnet, or vancomycin should be closely monitored and avoided, if possible. (Pentamidine label, Drug interactions)

  • VancomycinantibioticMajor

    Because the nephrotoxic effects may be additive, the concomitant or sequential use of Pentamidine Isethionate and other nephrotoxic drugs such as aminoglycosides, amphotericin B, cisplatin, foscarnet, or vancomycin should be closely monitored and avoided, if possible. (Pentamidine label, Drug interactions)

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

  • ZiprasidoneantipsychoticMajor

    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 (48)

  • Arformoterolbeta-adrenergic agonistModerate

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

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

  • BuprenorphineopioidModerate

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

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

  • CinacalcetCYP2D6 inhibitorModerate

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

  • CitalopramSSRIModerate

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

  • ClozapineantipsychoticModerate

    …droperidol, pimozide), specific antibiotics (e.g., erythromycin, gatifloxacin, moxifloxacin, sparfloxacin), Class 1A antiarrhythmic medications (e.g., quinidine, procainamide) or Class III antiarrhythmics (e.g., amiodarone, sotalol), and others (e.g., pentamidine, levomethadyl acetate, methadone, halofantrine, mefloquine, dolasetron mesylate, probucol or tacrolimus). (Clozapine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Desfluranegeneral anestheticModerate

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

  • Droperidoldopamine antagonistModerate

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

  • EfavirenzantiretroviralModerate

    QT Prolonging Drugs There is limited information available on the potential for a pharmacodynamic interaction between efavirenz and drugs that prolong the QTc interval. (Efavirenz label, Drug interactions)

  • QT Prolonging Drugs There is limited information available on the potential for a pharmacodynamic interaction between EFV and drugs that prolong the QTc interval. (Efavirenz, lamivudine, and tenofovir label, Drug interactions)

  • EribulinModerate

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

  • 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)

  • FluoxetineSSRIModerate

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

  • 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)

  • GanciclovirantiviralModerate

    Other drugs associated with myelosuppression or nephrotoxicity (e.g., dapsone, doxorubicin, flucytosine, hydroxyurea, pentamidine, tacrolimus, trimethoprim/ sulfamethoxazole, vinblastine, vincristine and zidovudine) Unknown Because of potential for higher toxicity, coadministration with Ganciclovir should be considered only if the potential benefits are judged… (Ganciclovir label, Drug interactions)

  • GoserelinModerate

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

  • HydrocodoneopioidModerate

    This observation should be considered in making clinical decisions regarding patient monitoring when prescribing HYSINGLA ER in patients with congestive heart failure, bradyarrhythmias, electrolyte abnormalities, or who are taking medications that are known to prolong the QTc interval. (Hydrocodone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Insulin aspartinsulinModerate

    Pentamidine may cause hypoglycemia, which may sometimes be followed by hyperglycemia. (Insulin aspart label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin degludecinsulinModerate

    Pentamidine may cause hypoglycemia, which may sometimes be followed by hyperglycemia. (Insulin degludec label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin detemirinsulinModerate

    Pentamidine may cause hypoglycemia, which may sometimes be followed by hyperglycemia. (Insulin detemir label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin glargineinsulinModerate

    Pentamidine may cause hypoglycemia, which may sometimes be followed by hyperglycemia. (Insulin glargine label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin lisproinsulinModerate

    Pentamidine may cause hypoglycemia, which may sometimes be followed by hyperglycemia. (Insulin lispro label, Drug interactions)

  • Pentamidine Prevention or Management Monitor blood glucose more frequently and modify AFREZZA dosage, as clinically indicated, when used concomitantly with these drugs. (Insulin regular (human) label, Drug interactions)

  • Isofluranegeneral anestheticModerate

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

  • LapatinibP-glycoprotein inhibitorModerate

    TYKERB may prolong the QT interval in some patients. (Lapatinib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LeuprolideModerate

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

  • Lofexidinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

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

  • MefloquineantimalarialModerate

    Other Drugs that Prolong the QTc Interval Coadministration of other drugs known to alter cardiac conduction (e.g., anti-arrhythmic or beta-adrenergic blocking agents, calcium channel blockers, antihistamines or H 1 -blocking agents, tricyclic antidepressants and phenothiazines) might also contribute to a prolongation of the QTc interval. (Mefloquine label, Drug interactions)

  • MetronidazoleantibioticModerate

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

  • MifepristoneCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

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

  • MoxifloxacinfluoroquinoloneModerate

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

  • Olanzapine and fluoxetineantipsychoticModerate

    Use olanzapine and fluoxetine capsules with caution in combination with other drugs that prolong the QT interval ( 4.2 , 5.20 , 7.7 , 7.8 ) 7.1 Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) [See Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 , 2.5 ), Contraindications ( 4.1 ), and Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] . (Olanzapine and fluoxetine label, Drug interactions)

  • PaliperidoneantipsychoticModerate

    …combination with other drugs that are known to prolong QTc including Class 1A (e.g., quinidine, procainamide) or Class III (e.g., amiodarone, sotalol) antiarrhythmic medications, antipsychotic medications (e.g., chlorpromazine, thioridazine), antibiotics (e.g., gatifloxacin, moxifloxacin), or any other class of medications known to prolong the QTc interval. (Paliperidone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PasireotideModerate

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

  • PonesimodimmunosuppressantModerate

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

  • PrimaquineantimalarialModerate

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

  • QuetiapineantipsychoticModerate

    …Class 1A antiarrythmics (e.g., quinidine, procainamide) or Class III antiarrythmics (e.g., amiodarone, sotalol), antipsychotic medications (e.g., ziprasidone, chlorpromazine, thioridazine), antibiotics (e.g., gatifloxacin, moxifloxacin), or any other class of medications known to prolong the QTc interval (e.g., pentamidine, levomethadyl acetate, methadone). (Quetiapine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RilpivirineantiretroviralModerate

    In healthy subjects, 75 mg once daily and 300 mg once daily (3 times and 12 times the dose in EDURANT) have been shown to prolong the QTc interval of the electrocardiogram. (Rilpivirine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Rocuroniumneuromuscular blockerModerate

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

  • Sevofluranegeneral anestheticModerate

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

  • SorafenibModerate

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

  • Sotalolbeta blockerModerate

    Additive to other QT-prolonging drugs ( 7.1 , 7.2 ) (Sotalol label, Drug interactions)

  • SunitinibModerate

    Drugs that Prolong QT Interval SUTENT is associated with QTc interval prolongation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) , Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) ] . (Sunitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • TriptorelinModerate

    Effect on QT/QTc Interval: Androgen deprivation therapy may prolong the QT interval. (Triptorelin 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)

  • ValganciclovirantiviralModerate

    Other drugs associated with myelosuppression or nephrotoxicity (e.g., adriamycin, dapsone, doxorubicin, flucytosine, hydroxyurea, pentamidine, tacrolimus, trimethoprim/ sulfamethoxazole, vinblastine, vincristine, and zidovudine) Unknown Because of potential for higher toxicity, coadministration with valganciclovir hydrochloride should be considered only if the… (Valganciclovir label, Drug interactions)

  • VasopressinModerate

    Drugs Suspected of Causing SIADH Use with drugs suspected of causing SIADH (e.g., SSRIs, tricyclic antidepressants, haloperidol, chlorpropamide, enalapril, methyldopa, pentamidine, vincristine, cyclophosphamide, ifosfamide, felbamate) may increase the pressor effect in addition to the antidiuretic effect of Vasostrict ® . (Vasopressin label, Drug interactions)

Minor mentions (3)

  • HydroxyzineantihistamineMinor

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

  • Lamivudine and zidovudineantiretroviralMinor

    Drug Interactions While specific studies on drug interactions with Pentamidine Isethionate have not been conducted, the majority of patients in clinical trials received concomitant medications, including zidovudine, with no reported interactions. (Pentamidine label, Drug interactions)

  • ZidovudineantiretroviralMinor

    Drug Interactions While specific studies on drug interactions with Pentamidine Isethionate have not been conducted, the majority of patients in clinical trials received concomitant medications, including zidovudine, with no reported interactions. (Pentamidine label, Drug interactions)

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