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Riociguat interactions

Riociguat (Adempas), a vasodilator has 118 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 20 major, 75 moderate, 23 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 (20)

  • Allopurinolxanthine oxidase inhibitorMajor

    Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors Concomitant administration of Adempas with specific PDE-5 inhibitors (such as sildenafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil) or nonspecific PDE-5 inhibitors (such as dipyridamole or theophylline) is contraindicated [see Dosage and Administration (2.6), Drug Interactions ( 7.1 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.2 )]. (Riociguat label, Contraindications)

  • Antacids (Tums, Maalox, Mylanta)OTC productMajor

    Antacids: Antacids such as aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide decrease riociguat absorption and should not be taken within 1 hour of taking Adempas [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • Aspirin and dipyridamoleantiplatelet agentMajor

    Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors Concomitant administration of Adempas with specific PDE-5 inhibitors (such as sildenafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil) or nonspecific PDE-5 inhibitors (such as dipyridamole or theophylline) is contraindicated [see Dosage and Administration (2.6), Drug Interactions ( 7.1 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.2 )]. (Riociguat label, Contraindications)

  • AvanafilPDE5 inhibitorMajor

    Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors Concomitant administration of Adempas with specific PDE-5 inhibitors (such as sildenafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil) or nonspecific PDE-5 inhibitors (such as dipyridamole or theophylline) is contraindicated [see Dosage and Administration (2.6), Drug Interactions ( 7.1 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.2 )]. (Riociguat label, Contraindications)

  • Butalbital, acetaminophen, and caffeinebarbiturateMajor

    Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors Concomitant administration of Adempas with specific PDE-5 inhibitors (such as sildenafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil) or nonspecific PDE-5 inhibitors (such as dipyridamole or theophylline) is contraindicated [see Dosage and Administration (2.6), Drug Interactions ( 7.1 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.2 )]. (Riociguat label, Contraindications)

  • Cilostazolantiplatelet agentMajor

    Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors Concomitant administration of Adempas with specific PDE-5 inhibitors (such as sildenafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil) or nonspecific PDE-5 inhibitors (such as dipyridamole or theophylline) is contraindicated [see Dosage and Administration (2.6), Drug Interactions ( 7.1 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.2 )]. (Riociguat label, Contraindications)

  • Dipyridamoleantiplatelet agentMajor

    Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors Concomitant administration of Adempas with specific PDE-5 inhibitors (such as sildenafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil) or nonspecific PDE-5 inhibitors (such as dipyridamole or theophylline) is contraindicated [see Dosage and Administration (2.6), Drug Interactions ( 7.1 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.2 )]. (Riociguat label, Contraindications)

  • Febuxostatxanthine oxidase inhibitorMajor

    Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors Concomitant administration of Adempas with specific PDE-5 inhibitors (such as sildenafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil) or nonspecific PDE-5 inhibitors (such as dipyridamole or theophylline) is contraindicated [see Dosage and Administration (2.6), Drug Interactions ( 7.1 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.2 )]. (Riociguat label, Contraindications)

  • Isosorbide dinitratenitrateMajor

    • Use with nitrates or nitric oxide donors in any form ( 4.2 , 7.1 ) (Riociguat label, Contraindications)

  • Isosorbide dinitrate and hydralazinenitrateMajor

    • Use with nitrates or nitric oxide donors in any form ( 4.2 , 7.1 ) (Riociguat label, Contraindications)

  • Isosorbide mononitratenitrateMajor

    • Use with nitrates or nitric oxide donors in any form ( 4.2 , 7.1 ) (Riociguat label, Contraindications)

  • Itraconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    Aliskiren Riociguat Sildenafil (for pulmonary hypertension) Tadalafil (for pulmonary hypertension) Not recommended during and 2 weeks after TOLSURA treatment. (Itraconazole label, Drug interactions)

  • MagnesiumVitamin and mineralMajor

    Antacids: Antacids such as aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide decrease riociguat absorption and should not be taken within 1 hour of taking Adempas [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • NitroglycerinnitrateMajor

    • Use with nitrates or nitric oxide donors in any form ( 4.2 , 7.1 ) (Riociguat label, Contraindications)

  • PentoxifyllinemethylxanthineMajor

    Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors Concomitant administration of Adempas with specific PDE-5 inhibitors (such as sildenafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil) or nonspecific PDE-5 inhibitors (such as dipyridamole or theophylline) is contraindicated [see Dosage and Administration (2.6), Drug Interactions ( 7.1 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.2 )]. (Riociguat label, Contraindications)

  • SildenafilPDE5 inhibitorMajor

    Do not administer within 24 hours of sildenafil. (Riociguat label, Contraindications)

  • Sodium bicarbonateantacidMajor

    Antacids: Antacids such as aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide decrease riociguat absorption and should not be taken within 1 hour of taking Adempas [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • TadalafilPDE5 inhibitorMajor

    Do not administer 24 hours before or within 48 hours after tadalafil. (Riociguat label, Contraindications)

  • TheophyllinemethylxanthineMajor

    Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors Concomitant administration of Adempas with specific PDE-5 inhibitors (such as sildenafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil) or nonspecific PDE-5 inhibitors (such as dipyridamole or theophylline) is contraindicated [see Dosage and Administration (2.6), Drug Interactions ( 7.1 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.2 )]. (Riociguat label, Contraindications)

  • VardenafilPDE5 inhibitorMajor

    Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors Concomitant administration of Adempas with specific PDE-5 inhibitors (such as sildenafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil) or nonspecific PDE-5 inhibitors (such as dipyridamole or theophylline) is contraindicated [see Dosage and Administration (2.6), Drug Interactions ( 7.1 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.2 )]. (Riociguat label, Contraindications)

Moderate interactions (75)

  • AliskirenantihypertensiveModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Amiloridepotassium-sparing diureticModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Amlodipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Amlodipine and benazeprildihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Atenololbeta blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Azilsartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • BenazeprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Bisoprololbeta blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Bisoprolol and hydrochlorothiazidebeta blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Candesartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CaptoprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Carvedilolbeta blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Chlorthalidonethiazide diureticModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Clonidinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Clotrimazoleazole antifungalModerate

    Strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors: Concomitant use of riociguat with strong cytochrome CYP inhibitors and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors such as azole antimycotics (for example, ketoconazole, itraconazole) or HIV protease inhibitors (such as ritonavir) increase riociguat exposure and may result in hypotension. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • Dexmedetomidinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

    • Co-administration with Other Vasodilators or Negative Chronotropic Agents: Use with caution due to additive pharmacodynamic effects. (Dexmedetomidine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Diltiazemcalcium channel blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Doxazosinalpha blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Econazoleazole antifungalModerate

    Strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors: Concomitant use of riociguat with strong cytochrome CYP inhibitors and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors such as azole antimycotics (for example, ketoconazole, itraconazole) or HIV protease inhibitors (such as ritonavir) increase riociguat exposure and may result in hypotension. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • EnalaprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Eplerenonealdosterone antagonistModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Ethacrynic acidloop diureticModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Felodipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Fluconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    Strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors: Concomitant use of riociguat with strong cytochrome CYP inhibitors and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors such as azole antimycotics (for example, ketoconazole, itraconazole) or HIV protease inhibitors (such as ritonavir) increase riociguat exposure and may result in hypotension. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • FosinoprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Furosemideloop diureticModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Guanfacinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • HydralazinevasodilatorModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Hydrochlorothiazidethiazide diureticModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Indapamidethiazide diureticModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Irbesartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Isradipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Ketoconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    Strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors: Concomitant use of riociguat with strong cytochrome CYP inhibitors and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors such as azole antimycotics (for example, ketoconazole, itraconazole) or HIV protease inhibitors (such as ritonavir) increase riociguat exposure and may result in hypotension. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • Labetalolbeta blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LisinoprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazideACE inhibitorModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Lofexidinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Losartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Losartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MethyldopaantihypertensiveModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Metolazonethiazide diureticModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Metoprololbeta blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Miconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    Strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors: Concomitant use of riociguat with strong cytochrome CYP inhibitors and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors such as azole antimycotics (for example, ketoconazole, itraconazole) or HIV protease inhibitors (such as ritonavir) increase riociguat exposure and may result in hypotension. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • MinoxidilvasodilatorModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MoexiprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Nadololbeta blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Nebivololbeta blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Nicardipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Nifedipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Nirmatrelvir and ritonavirantiviralModerate

    Strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors: Concomitant use of riociguat with strong cytochrome CYP inhibitors and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors such as azole antimycotics (for example, ketoconazole, itraconazole) or HIV protease inhibitors (such as ritonavir) increase riociguat exposure and may result in hypotension. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • Nisoldipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Olmesartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PerindoprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Pindololbeta blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Posaconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    Strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors: Concomitant use of riociguat with strong cytochrome CYP inhibitors and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors such as azole antimycotics (for example, ketoconazole, itraconazole) or HIV protease inhibitors (such as ritonavir) increase riociguat exposure and may result in hypotension. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • Prazosinalpha blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Propranololbeta blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • QuinaprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RamiprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RitonavirantiretroviralModerate

    Strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors: Concomitant use of riociguat with strong cytochrome CYP inhibitors and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors such as azole antimycotics (for example, ketoconazole, itraconazole) or HIV protease inhibitors (such as ritonavir) increase riociguat exposure and may result in hypotension. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • Sacubitril and valsartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Spironolactonealdosterone antagonistModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Spironolactone and hydrochlorothiazidealdosterone antagonistModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Telmisartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Terazosinalpha blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Tizanidinemuscle relaxantModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Tobacco and smokingTobacco and cannabisModerate

    Pharmacokinetic Interactions with Adempas Smoking: Plasma concentrations in smokers are reduced by 50% to 60% compared to nonsmokers. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • Torsemideloop diureticModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TrandolaprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Triamterenepotassium-sparing diureticModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Triamterene and hydrochlorothiazidepotassium-sparing diureticModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Valsartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Valsartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Verapamilcalcium channel blockerModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Voriconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    Strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors: Concomitant use of riociguat with strong cytochrome CYP inhibitors and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors such as azole antimycotics (for example, ketoconazole, itraconazole) or HIV protease inhibitors (such as ritonavir) increase riociguat exposure and may result in hypotension. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

Minor mentions (23)

  • Alfuzosinalpha blockerMinor

    Phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) Inhibitors: PDE5-inhibitors are also vasodilators. (Alfuzosin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AprepitantCYP3A4 inhibitorMinor

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Strong inducers of CYP3A (for example, rifampin, phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital or St. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • ArmodafinilCNS stimulantMinor

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Strong inducers of CYP3A (for example, rifampin, phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital or St. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • BosentanCYP3A4 inducerMinor

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Strong inducers of CYP3A (for example, rifampin, phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital or St. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • CarbamazepineanticonvulsantMinor

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Strong inducers of CYP3A (for example, rifampin, phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital or St. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • CenobamateanticonvulsantMinor

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Strong inducers of CYP3A (for example, rifampin, phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital or St. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • ClobazambenzodiazepineMinor

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Strong inducers of CYP3A (for example, rifampin, phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital or St. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • Deferasiroxiron supplementMinor

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Strong inducers of CYP3A (for example, rifampin, phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital or St. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • DexamethasonecorticosteroidMinor

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Strong inducers of CYP3A (for example, rifampin, phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital or St. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • Dutasteride and tamsulosin5-alpha reductase inhibitorMinor

    Alpha-adrenergic antagonists and PDE-5 inhibitors are both vasodilators that can lower blood pressure. (Dutasteride and tamsulosin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EpinephrinesympathomimeticMinor

    Drugs antagonizing pressor effects of epinephrine α-blockers, such as phentolamine Vasodilators, such as nitrates Diuretics Antihypertensives Ergot alkaloids Drugs potentiating pressor effects of epinephrine • Sympathomimetics • β-blockers, such as propranolol • Tricyclic anti-depressants • Monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors • Catechol-O-methyl transferase (COMT)… (Epinephrine label, Drug interactions)

  • EslicarbazepineanticonvulsantMinor

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Strong inducers of CYP3A (for example, rifampin, phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital or St. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • GriseofulvinantifungalMinor

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Strong inducers of CYP3A (for example, rifampin, phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital or St. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • ModafinilCNS stimulantMinor

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Strong inducers of CYP3A (for example, rifampin, phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital or St. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • OxcarbazepineanticonvulsantMinor

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Strong inducers of CYP3A (for example, rifampin, phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital or St. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • PhenobarbitalbarbiturateMinor

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Strong inducers of CYP3A (for example, rifampin, phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital or St. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • Phentermine and topiramateCNS stimulantMinor

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Strong inducers of CYP3A (for example, rifampin, phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital or St. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • PhenytoinanticonvulsantMinor

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Strong inducers of CYP3A (for example, rifampin, phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital or St. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • PrimidoneanticonvulsantMinor

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Strong inducers of CYP3A (for example, rifampin, phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital or St. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • RifampinantibioticMinor

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Strong inducers of CYP3A (for example, rifampin, phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital or St. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • RoflumilastPDE4 inhibitorMinor

    Clinical experience with co-administration of Adempas and other phosphodiesterase inhibitors (for example, milrinone, cilostazole, roflumilast) is limited. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

  • Tamsulosinalpha blockerMinor

    Alpha-adrenergic blockers and PDE5 inhibitors are both vasodilators that can lower blood pressure. (Tamsulosin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TopiramateanticonvulsantMinor

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Strong inducers of CYP3A (for example, rifampin, phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital or St. (Riociguat label, Drug interactions)

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