Suvorexant interactions

Suvorexant (Belsomra), a sedative-hypnotic has 410 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 155 major, 239 moderate, 14 minor, and 2 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 (155)

  • • CYP3A Inhibitors: Avoid co-administration with strong CYP3A inhibitors. (Acalabrutinib label, Drug interactions)

  • Risks from Concomitant Use with Benzodiazepines or Other CNS Depressants Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. (Acetaminophen and codeine label, Boxed warning)

  • AlcoholAlcoholMajor

    Combining alcohol with sedating medicines (opioids, benzodiazepines, sleep medicines, muscle relaxants) can cause dangerous drowsiness, slowed breathing, and overdose. (NIAAA, Harmful Interactions: Mixing Alcohol with Medicines)

  • Alfuzosinalpha blockerMajor

    …(Childs-Pugh categories B and C), since alfuzosin blood levels are increased in these patients [see Use in Specific Populations (8.7) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. with potent CYP3A4 inhibitors such as ketoconazole, itraconazole, and ritonavir, since alfuzosin blood levels are increased [see Drug Interactions (7.1) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . in… (Alfuzosin label, Contraindications)

  • AlmotriptantriptanMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • AlprazolambenzodiazepineMajor

    • taking strong cytochrome P450 3A (CYP3A) inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole), except ritonavir [see Dosage and Administration (2.5) , Warnings and Precautions (5.5) , Drug Interactions (7.1) ] . (Alprazolam label, Contraindications)

  • ApixabananticoagulantMajor

    For patients receiving ELIQUIS at a dose of 2.5 mg twice daily, avoid coadministration with combined P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors [see Dosage and Administration (2.6) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Apixaban label, Drug interactions)

  • AvanafilPDE5 inhibitorMajor

    Do not use avanafil in patients taking strong CYP3A4 inhibitors [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) and Dosage and Administration ( 2.3 )]. (Avanafil label, Drug interactions)

  • Azelastine and fluticasoneantihistamineMajor

    • Avoid concurrent use of alcohol or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants with azelastine hydrochloride and fluticasone propionate nasal spray because further decreased alertness and impairment of CNS performance may occur. (Azelastine and fluticasone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • …AND MISUSE; LIFE-THREATENING RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION; ACCIDENTAL EXPOSURE; NEONATAL OPIOD WITHDRAWAL SYNDROME; and RISKS FROM CONCOMITANT USE WITH ALCOHOL, BENZODIAZEPINES OR OTHER CNS DEPRESSANTS Addiction, Abuse, and Misuse Belladonna and opium suppositories expose patients and other users to the risks of opioid addiction, abuse, and misuse, which can lead to… (Belladonna and opium label, Boxed warning)

  • Concomitant administration of BIXLENVO with combined P-gp, UGT1A1, and strong CYP3A inhibitors is not recommended. (Bictegravir, emtricitabine, and tenofovir alafenamide label, Drug interactions)

  • BosentanCYP3A4 inducerMajor

    Co-administration of such combinations of a CYP2C9 inhibitor plus a strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitor with TRACLEER is not recommended. (Bosentan label, Drug interactions)

  • • Strong and Moderate CYP3A Inhibitors: Avoid concomitant use with BOSULIF. (Bosutinib label, Drug interactions)

  • Bromocriptinedopamine agonistMajor

    Concomitant use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., azole antimycotics, HIV protease inhibitors) with CYCLOSET should be avoided. (Bromocriptine label, Drug interactions)

  • BuprenorphineopioidMajor

    Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. (Buprenorphine label, Boxed warning)

  • Risks From Concomitant Use With Benzodiazepines Or Other CNS Depressants Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. (Butalbital, acetaminophen, caffeine, and codeine label, Boxed warning)

  • Concomitant use of opioids or a barbiturate with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. (Butalbital, aspirin, caffeine, and codeine label, Boxed warning)

  • ButorphanolopioidMajor

    Risks From Concomitant Use With Benzodiazepines Or Other CNS Depressants Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. (Butorphanol label, Boxed warning)

  • Avoid taking a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, clarithromycin, atazanavir, indinavir, nefazodone, nelfinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir, telithromycin, voriconazole) while taking COMETRIQ or reduce the dosage of COMETRIQ if concomitant use with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors cannot be avoided [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.2 ), Clinical Pharmacology… (Cabozantinib label, Drug interactions)

  • CarbamazepineanticonvulsantMajor

    CNS Depressants The concomitant use of EQUETRO and other CNS depressants can increase the risk of respiratory depression, profound sedation, hypotension, and syncope. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • CarbinoxamineantihistamineMajor

    Avoid concurrent use of Carbinoxamine Maleate Extended-Release Oral Suspension with alcohol or other central nervous system depressants because additional impairment of central nervous system performance may occur. (Carbinoxamine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CetirizineantihistamineMajor

    Avoid concurrent use of QUZYTTIR with alcohol or other CNS depressants because additional reduction in alertness and additional impairment of CNS performance may occur. (Cetirizine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ChlordiazepoxidebenzodiazepineMajor

    Prescribe the lowest effective dosage; avoid or minimize concomitant use of CNS depressants and other substances associated with abuse, misuse, and addiction (e.g., opioid analgesics, stimulants); and advise patients on the proper disposal of unused drug. (Chlordiazepoxide label, Warnings)

  • Prescribe the lowest effective dosage; avoid or minimize concomitant use of CNS depressants and other substances associated with abuse, misuse, and addiction (e.g., opioid analgesics, stimulants); and advise patients on the proper disposal of unused drug. (Chlordiazepoxide and clidinium label, Warnings)

  • ChlorpheniramineantihistamineMajor

    …have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis glaucoma trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product excitability may occur, especially in children drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic beverages alchohol, sedatives and tranquilizers… (Chlorpheniramine label, Warnings)

  • ChlorpromazineantipsychoticMajor

    Do not use in comatose states or in the presence of large amounts of central nervous system depressants (alcohol, barbiturates, narcotics, etc.). (Chlorpromazine label, Contraindications)

  • CiprofloxacinfluoroquinoloneMajor

    Table 8: Drugs That are Affected by and Affecting Ciprofloxacin Drugs That are Affected by Ciprofloxacin Drug(s) Recommendation Comments Tizanidine Contraindicated Concomitant administration of tizanidine and ciprofloxacin is contraindicated due to the potentiation of hypotensive and sedative effects of tizanidine [see Contraindications ( 4.2 )]. (Ciprofloxacin label, Drug interactions)

  • Clarithromycinmacrolide antibioticMajor

    CYP3A Inhibitors Concomitant use of BELSOMRA with strong inhibitors of CYP3A (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole, clarithromycin, nefazodone, ritonavir, saquinavir, nelfinavir, indinavir, boceprevir, telaprevir, telithromycin and conivaptan) is not recommended [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • ClobazambenzodiazepineMajor

    Prescribe the lowest effective dosage; avoid or minimize concomitant use of CNS depressants and other substances associated with abuse, misuse, and addiction (e.g., opioid analgesics, stimulants); and advise patients on the proper disposal of unused drug. (Clobazam label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ClonazepambenzodiazepineMajor

    Prescribe the lowest effective dosage; avoid or minimize concomitant use of CNS depressants and other substances associated with abuse, misuse, and addiction (e.g., opioid analgesics, stimulants); and advise patients on the proper disposal of unused drug. (Clonazepam label, Warnings)

  • Clonidinealpha-adrenergic agonistMajor

    Avoid use with other central nervous system (CNS) depressants ( 5.3 ) (Clonidine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ClorazepatebenzodiazepineMajor

    Prescribe the lowest effective dosage; avoid or minimize concomitant use of CNS depressants and other substances associated with abuse, misuse, and addiction (e.g., opioid analgesics, stimulants); and advise patients on the proper disposal of unused drug. (Clorazepate label, Warnings)

  • CodeineopioidMajor

    Risks From Concomitant Use With Benzodiazepines Or Other CNS Depressants Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. (Codeine label, Boxed warning)

  • Patients with renal or hepatic impairment should not be given colchicine capsules with drugs that inhibit both P-glycoprotein and CYP3A4 inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7) ] . (Colchicine label, Contraindications)

  • Cyclobenzaprinemuscle relaxantMajor

    Based on its structural similarity to TCAs, concomitant use of TONMYA with: MAO inhibitors may be life-threatening [see Contraindications (4) ] , Alcohol, barbiturates, and other CNS depressants may increase the risk of adverse reactions associated with these drugs, Tramadol may increase the seizure risk, Guanethidine or other similar acting drugs may block the… (Cyclobenzaprine label, Drug interactions)

  • DabigatrananticoagulantMajor

    Avoid use of PRADAXA Capsules and P-gp inhibitors in patients with severe renal impairment (CrCl 15-30 mL/min) [see Drug Interactions (7.1) and Use in Specific Populations (8.6) ] . (Dabigatran label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Daridorexantsedative-hypnoticMajor

    Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors: Avoid concomitant use. (Daridorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • DarunavirantiretroviralMajor

    …modifying agents: lomitapide, lovastatin, simvastatin Opioid Antagonist: naloxegol PDE-5 inhibitor: sildenafil when used for treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension Sedatives/hypnotics: orally administered midazolam, triazolam Co-administration of PREZISTA/ritonavir is contraindicated with drugs that are highly dependent on CYP3A for clearance and for which… (Darunavir label, Contraindications)

  • Darunavir and cobicistatantiretroviralMajor

    …modifying agents: lomitapide, lovastatin, simvastatin Opioid Antagonist: naloxegol PDE-5 inhibitor: sildenafil when used for treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension Sedatives/hypnotics: orally administered midazolam, triazolam PREZCOBIX or PREZCOBIX PED is contraindicated in patients receiving certain co-administered drugs for which altered plasma concentrations… (Darunavir and cobicistat label, Contraindications)

  • Avoid concomitant use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors. (Dasatinib label, Drug interactions)

  • DexamethasonecorticosteroidMajor

    • Avoid concomitant use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors or inducers. (Dexamethasone label, Drug interactions)

  • Dextromethorphan and quinidineserotonergic drugMajor

    QT Prolongation: Monitor ECG if concomitant use of drugs that prolong QT interval cannot be avoided or if concomitant CYP3A4 inhibitors used. (Dextromethorphan and quinidine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DiazepambenzodiazepineMajor

    Prescribe the lowest effective dosage; avoid or minimize concomitant use of CNS depressants and other substances associated with abuse, misuse, and addiction (e.g., opioid analgesics, stimulants); and advise patients on the proper disposal of unused drug. (Diazepam label, Warnings)

  • Dihydroergotamineergot alkaloidMajor

    WARNING: PERIPHERAL ISCHEMIA FOLLOWING COADMINISTRATION WITH POTENT CYP3A4 INHIBITORS Serious and/or life-threatening peripheral ischemia has been associated with the coadministration of dihydroergotamine with potent CYP3A4 inhibitors including protease inhibitors and macrolide antibiotics. (Dihydroergotamine label, Boxed warning)

  • CONTRAINDICATIONS Diphenoxylate hydrochloride and atropine sulfate is contraindicated in: • Pediatric patients less than 6 years of age due to the risks of respiratory and central nervous system (CNS) depression (see WARNINGS ). (Diphenoxylate and atropine label, Contraindications)

  • Concomitant use of Docetaxel Injection and drugs that inhibit CYP3A4 may increase exposure to docetaxel and should be avoided. (Docetaxel label, Drug interactions)

  • Avoid concomitant use of Doxorubicin Hydrochloride Injection with inhibitors of CYP3A4, CYP2D6, or P-gp. (Doxorubicin label, Drug interactions)

  • DoxylamineantihistamineMajor

    …breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis • glaucoma • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking • a sedative or any other sleep-aid • tranquilizers • any other antihistamines • any other drugs When using this product • avoid alcoholic beverages • do not drive a motor vehicle or operate… (Doxylamine label, Warnings)

  • Doxylamine and pyridoxineantihistamineMajor

    Central nervous system (CNS) depressants: Concurrent use with alcohol or other CNS depressants is not recommended ( 5.1 ) (Doxylamine and pyridoxine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Dutasteride and tamsulosin5-alpha reductase inhibitorMajor

    Drug-Drug Interactions Strong Inhibitors of Cytochrome P450 (CYP) 3A4 Tamsulosin-containing products, including JALYN, should not be coadministered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole) as this can significantly increase tamsulosin exposure [see Drug Interactions (7.1) , Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Dutasteride and tamsulosin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EletriptantriptanMajor

    • Recent use (i.e., within at least 72 hours) of the following potent CYP3A4 inhibitors: ketoconazole, itraconazole, nefazodone, troleandomycin, clarithromycin, ritonavir, or nelfinavir [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Eletriptan label, Contraindications)

  • …Lipid-modifying Agents: lomitapide, lovastatin, simvastatin Phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE-5) Inhibitor: sildenafil when administered as REVATIO ® for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension Sedative/hypnotics: triazolam, orally administered midazolam Coadministration of GENVOYA is contraindicated with drugs that: Are highly dependent on CYP3A for clearance and for which… (Elvitegravir, cobicistat, emtricitabine, and tenofovir label, Contraindications)

  • Eplerenonealdosterone antagonistMajor

    …Patients Eplerenone is contraindicated in all patients with: • serum potassium > 5.5 mEq/L at initiation, • creatinine clearance ≤ 30 mL/min, or • concomitant administration of strong CYP3A inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, nefazodone, troleandomycin, clarithromycin, ritonavir, and nelfinavir) [see Drug Interactions (7.1) , Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)… (Eplerenone label, Contraindications)

  • Ergotamine and caffeineergot alkaloidMajor

    WARNING Serious and/or life-threatening peripheral ischemia has been associated with the coadministration of ergotamine tartrate and caffeine tablets with potent CYP 3A4 inhibitors including protease inhibitors and macrolide antibiotics. (Ergotamine and caffeine label, Boxed warning)

  • Avoid co-administering erlotinib with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., boceprevir, clarithromycin, conivaptan, indinavir, itraconazole, ketoconazole, lopinavir/ritonavir, nefazodone, nelfinavir, posaconazole, ritonavir, saquinavir, telithromycin, voriconazole, grapefruit or grapefruit juice) or a combined CYP3A4 and CYP1A2 inhibitor (e.g., ciprofloxacin). (Erlotinib label, Drug interactions)

  • EstazolambenzodiazepineMajor

    Consequently, estazolam should be avoided in patients receiving ketoconazole and itraconazole, which are very potent inhibitors of CYP3A (see CONTRAINDICATIONS ). (Estazolam label, Warnings)

  • Eszopiclonesedative-hypnoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EverolimusimmunosuppressantMajor

    Strong CYP3A inhibitor and P-gp inhibitor : Avoid coadministration. (Everolimus label, Drug interactions)

  • VYTORIN is contraindicated in the following conditions: Concomitant use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (select azole anti-fungals, macrolide antibiotics, anti-viral medications, and nefazodone) [see Drug Interactions (7.1) ] . (Ezetimibe and simvastatin label, Contraindications)

  • FentanylopioidMajor

    • Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. (Fentanyl label, Boxed warning)

  • FesoterodineanticholinergicMajor

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors Doses of Toviaz greater than 4 mg are not recommended in adult patients taking strong CYP3A4 inhibitors, such as ketoconazole, itraconazole, and clarithromycin [see Dosage and Administration (2.5) ]. (Fesoterodine label, Drug interactions)

  • FlibanserinCNS depressantMajor

    Contraindicated with Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors The concomitant use of ADDYI and moderate or strong CYP3A4 inhibitors increases flibanserin concentrations, which can cause severe hypotension and syncope [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . (Flibanserin label, Boxed warning)

  • FluphenazineantipsychoticMajor

    CONTRAINDICATIONS Phenothiazines are contraindicated in patients with suspected or established subcortical brain damage, in patients receiving large doses of hypnotics, and in comatose or severely depressed states. (Fluphenazine label, Contraindications)

  • FluticasonecorticosteroidMajor

    Strong cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir, ketoconazole): Use not recommended. (Fluticasone label, Drug interactions)

  • Fluticasone and salmeterolcorticosteroidMajor

    Avoid strong cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir, ketoconazole): May increase risk of systemic corticosteroid and cardiovascular effects. (Fluticasone and salmeterol label, Drug interactions)

  • FosamprenavirantiretroviralMajor

    …Hypericum perforatum ) Lipid modifying agents: Lomitapide, lovastatin, simvastatin Non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor: Delavirdine PDE5 inhibitor: Sildenafil (Revatio) (for treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension) Sedative/hypnotics: Midazolam, triazolam Hypersensitivity to fosamprenavir calcium or amprenavir (e.g., Stevens-Johnson syndrome). (Fosamprenavir label, Contraindications)

  • GabapentinanticonvulsantMajor

    • Respiratory Depression: May occur with NEURONTIN when used with concomitant central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including opioids, or in the setting of underlying respiratory impairment. (Gabapentin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • HydrocodoneopioidMajor

    Risks From Concomitant Use With Benzodiazepines Or Other CNS Depressants Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. (Hydrocodone label, Boxed warning)

  • Risks From Concomitant Use With Benzodiazepines Or Other CNS Depressants Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. (Hydrocodone and acetaminophen label, Boxed warning)

  • …ABUSE, AND MISUSE; LIFE-THREATENING RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION; ACCIDENTAL INGESTION; MEDICATION ERRORS; CYTOCHROME P450 3A4 INTERACTION; CONCOMITANT USE WITH BENZODIAZEPINES OR OTHER CNS DEPRESSANTS; INTERACTION WITH ALCOHOL; NEONATAL OPIOID WITHDRAWAL SYNDROME WARNING: ADDICTION, ABUSE, AND MISUSE; LIFE-THREATENING RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION; ACCIDENTAL INGESTION;… (Hydrocodone and chlorpheniramine label, Boxed warning)

  • …ABUSE, AND MISUSE; LIFE-THREATENING RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION; ACCIDENTAL INGESTION; MEDICATION ERRORS; CYTOCHROME P450 3A4 INTERACTION; CONCOMITANT USE WITH BENZODIAZEPINES OR OTHER CNS DEPRESSANTS; INTERACTION WITH ALCOHOL; NEONATAL OPIOID WITHDRAWAL SYNDROME Addiction, Abuse, and Misuse Hydrocodone bitartrate and homatropine methylbromide exposes patients and… (Hydrocodone and homatropine label, Boxed warning)

  • …LIFE-THREATENING RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION; ACCIDENTAL INGESTION; NEONATAL OPIOID WITHDRAWAL SYNDROME; CYTOCHROME P4503A4 INTERACTION; RISKS FROM CONCOMITANT USE WITH BENZODIAZEPINES OR OTHER CNS DEPRESSANTS; and SERIOUS CARDIOVASCULAR AND GASTROINTESTINAL EVENTS WARNING: SERIOUS AND LIFE-THREATENING RISKS FROM USE OF HYDROCODONE BITARTRATE AND IBUPROFEN TABLETS Addiction,… (Hydrocodone and ibuprofen label, Boxed warning)

  • HydromorphoneopioidMajor

    Risks From Concomitant Use With Benzodiazepines Or Other CNS Depressants Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death . (Hydromorphone label, Boxed warning)

  • HydroxyzineantihistamineMajor

    Rarely, cardiac arrests and death have been reported in association with the combined use of hydroxyzine hydrochloride intramuscularly and other CNS depressants. (Hydroxyzine label, Precautions)

  • • Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Do not administer strong CYP3A4 inhibitors with CAMPTOSAR. (Irinotecan label, Drug interactions)

  • Itraconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    CYP3A Inhibitors Concomitant use of BELSOMRA with strong inhibitors of CYP3A (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole, clarithromycin, nefazodone, ritonavir, saquinavir, nelfinavir, indinavir, boceprevir, telaprevir, telithromycin and conivaptan) is not recommended [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • …bradycardia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] • Severe hepatic impairment [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.6 )] • Pacemaker dependence (heart rate maintained exclusively by the pacemaker) [see Drug Interactions ( 7.3 )] • Concomitant use of strong cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) inhibitors [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )] Acute decompensated heart failure ( 4 ) (Ivabradine label, Contraindications)

  • KetamineCNS depressantMajor

    Benzodiazepines, Opioid Analgesics, or other CNS Depressants : Concomitant use may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, or death. (Ketamine label, Drug interactions)

  • Ketoconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    CYP3A Inhibitors Concomitant use of BELSOMRA with strong inhibitors of CYP3A (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole, clarithromycin, nefazodone, ritonavir, saquinavir, nelfinavir, indinavir, boceprevir, telaprevir, telithromycin and conivaptan) is not recommended [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • LapatinibP-glycoprotein inhibitorMajor

    Avoid strong CYP3A4 inhibitors. (Lapatinib label, Drug interactions)

  • Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Avoid coadministration of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors with VITRAKVI. (Larotrectinib label, Drug interactions)

  • Lemborexantsedative-hypnoticMajor

    Strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitors: Avoid concomitant use. (Lemborexant label, Drug interactions)

  • LevocetirizineantihistamineMajor

    Avoid concurrent use of alcohol or other central nervous system depressants with XYZAL. (Levocetirizine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LevorphanolopioidMajor

    Risks from Concomitant Use with Benzodiazepines or Other CNS Depressants Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. (Levorphanol label, Boxed warning)

  • Concomitant administration of JUXTAPID with moderate or strong CYP3A4 inhibitors, as this can increase JUXTAPID exposure [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) , Drug Interactions (7.1) , and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Lomitapide label, Contraindications)

  • Lopinavir and ritonavirantiretroviralMajor

    CYP3A Inhibitors Concomitant use of BELSOMRA with strong inhibitors of CYP3A (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole, clarithromycin, nefazodone, ritonavir, saquinavir, nelfinavir, indinavir, boceprevir, telaprevir, telithromycin and conivaptan) is not recommended [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • LorazepambenzodiazepineMajor

    Caution patients receiving LOREEV XR against operating machinery or driving a motor vehicle as well to avoid the concomitant use of alcohol and other CNS depressant drugs during treatment ( 5.4 , 7 ) (Lorazepam label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LorlatinibCYP3A4 inducerMajor

    • Strong CYP3A Inhibitors : Avoid concomitant use; reduce LORBRENA dose if concomitant use cannot be avoided. (Lorlatinib label, Drug interactions)

  • LovastatinstatinMajor

    Concomitant administration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., itraconazole, ketoconazole, posaconazole, voriconazole, HIV protease inhibitors, boceprevir, telaprevir, erythromycin, clarithromycin, telithromycin, nefazodone and cobicistat-containing products) (see WARNINGS , Myopathy/Rhabdomyolysis ). (Lovastatin label, Contraindications)

  • LurasidoneantipsychoticMajor

    Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, clarithromycin, ritonavir, voriconazole, mibefradil, etc.) [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )]. (Lurasidone label, Contraindications)

  • Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (ketoconazole, ritonavir) increase exposure to macitentan: avoid co-administration with OPSUMIT ( 7.2 , 12.3 ) . (Macitentan label, Drug interactions)

  • MaravirocantiretroviralMajor

    SELZENTRY is contraindicated in patients with severe renal impairment or ESRD (creatinine clearance [CrCl] less than 30 mL per minute) who are concomitantly taking potent CYP3A inhibitors or inducers [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )]. (Maraviroc label, Contraindications)

  • MeperidineopioidMajor

    Risks from Concomitant Use with Benzodiazepines or Other CNS Depressants Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. (Meperidine label, Boxed warning)

  • Metaxalonemuscle relaxantMajor

    If concomitant use with another CNS depressant is warranted, closely monitor for signs of respiratory depression and sedation, particularly during treatment initiation and dosage increases. (Metaxalone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MethadoneopioidMajor

    Managing Risks from Concomitant Use with Benzodiazepines or Other CNS Depressants Concomitant use with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, is a risk factor for respiratory depression and death [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )]. (Methadone label, Boxed warning)

  • Methylergonovineergot alkaloidMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • MidazolambenzodiazepineMajor

    WARNING: PERSONNEL AND EQUIPMENT FOR MONITORING AND RESUSCITATION AND RISKS FROM CONCOMITANT USE WITH OPIOID ANALGESICS AND OTHER SEDATIVE-HYPNOTICS Personnel and Equipment for Monitoring and Resuscitation Only personnel trained in the administration of procedural sedation, and not involved in the conduct of the diagnostic or therapeutic procedure, should administer… (Midazolam label, Boxed warning)

  • MitapivatCYP3A4 inducerMajor

    Strong CYP3A Inhibitors and Inducers: Avoid concomitant use. (Mitapivat label, Drug interactions)

  • MorphineopioidMajor

    Risks From Concomitant Use With Benzodiazepines Or Other CNS Depressants Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. (Morphine label, Boxed warning)

  • NalbuphineopioidMajor

    Risks From Concomitant Use With Benzodiazepines Or Other CNS Depressants Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. (Nalbuphine label, Boxed warning)

  • Nalmefeneopioid antagonistMajor

    Risk of Recurrent Respiratory and CNS Depression : A recurrence of respiratory depression is possible, therefore, keep the patient under continued surveillance and administer repeat doses of ZURNAI using a new auto-injector with each dose while awaiting emergency medical assistance. (Nalmefene label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Naloxegolopioid antagonistMajor

    Patients concomitantly using strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., clarithromycin, ketoconazole) because these medications can significantly increase exposure to naloxegol which may precipitate opioid withdrawal symptoms such as hyperhidrosis, chills, diarrhea, abdominal pain, anxiety, irritability, and yawning [see Drug Interactions (7.1) and Clinical Pharmacology… (Naloxegol label, Contraindications)

  • NefazodoneantidepressantMajor

    CYP3A Inhibitors Concomitant use of BELSOMRA with strong inhibitors of CYP3A (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole, clarithromycin, nefazodone, ritonavir, saquinavir, nelfinavir, indinavir, boceprevir, telaprevir, telithromycin and conivaptan) is not recommended [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • NilotinibQT-prolonging drugMajor

    Avoid use of concomitant drugs known to prolong the QT interval and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 , 7.2 )] . (Nilotinib label, Boxed warning)

  • Nimodipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMajor

    Therefore, the concomitant administration of NYMALIZE and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors should generally be avoided [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ]. (Nimodipine label, Drug interactions)

  • CYP3A Inhibitors Concomitant use of BELSOMRA with strong inhibitors of CYP3A (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole, clarithromycin, nefazodone, ritonavir, saquinavir, nelfinavir, indinavir, boceprevir, telaprevir, telithromycin and conivaptan) is not recommended [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • Nisoldipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMajor

    CYP3A4 inhibitors and inducers : SULAR is substrate of CYP3A4 and coadministration of SULAR with any known inducer or inhibitor of CYP3A4 should be avoided in general. (Nisoldipine label, Drug interactions)

  • OliceridineopioidMajor

    Risks From Concomitant Use With Benzodiazepines Or Other CNS Depressants Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. (Oliceridine label, Boxed warning)

  • OlopatadineantihistamineMajor

    • Avoid concurrent use of alcohol or other central nervous system depressants with olopatadine hydrochloride nasal solution (nasal spray) ( 5.2 ). (Olopatadine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Olopatadine and mometasoneantihistamineMajor

    • Avoid concurrent use of alcohol or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants with RYALTRIS because additional reductions in alertness and additional impairment of CNS performance may occur. (Olopatadine and mometasone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OxazepambenzodiazepineMajor

    Prescribe the lowest effective dosage; avoid or minimize concomitant use of CNS depressants and other substances associated with abuse, misuse, and addiction (e.g., opioid analgesics, stimulants); and advise patients on the proper disposal of unused drug. (Oxazepam label, Warnings)

  • OxycodoneopioidMajor

    Risks From Concomitant Use With Benzodiazepines Or Other CNS Depressants Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. (Oxycodone label, Boxed warning)

  • …LIFE-THREATENING RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION; ACCIDENTAL INGESTION; NEONATAL OPIOID WITHDRAWAL SYNDROME; CYTOCHROME P450 3A4 INTERACTION; and RISKS FROM CONCOMITANT USE WITH BENZODIAZEPINES OR OTHER CNS DEPRESSANTS Addiction, Abuse, and Misuse Oxycodone hydrochloride tablets exposes patients and other users to the risks of opioid addiction, abuse, and misuse, which can lead to… (Oxycodone and acetaminophen label, Boxed warning)

  • OxymorphoneopioidMajor

    Risks From Concomitant Use with Benzodiazepines or Other CNS Depressants Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. (Oxymorphone label, Boxed warning)

  • Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Avoid coadministration of VOTRIENT with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors. (Pazopanib label, Drug interactions)

  • …MITIGATION STRATEGY (REMS); LIFE-THREATENING RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION; ACCIDENTAL INGESTION; NEONATAL OPIOID WITHDRAWAL SYNDROME; and RISKS FROM CONCOMITANT USE WITH BENZODIAZEPINES OR OTHER CNS DEPRESSANTS Addiction, Abuse, and Misuse Pentazocine and Naloxone Tablets exposes patients and other users to the risks of opioid addiction, abuse, and misuse, which can lead to… (Pentazocine and naloxone label, Boxed warning)

  • PerphenazineantipsychoticMajor

    CONTRAINDICATIONS Perphenazine products are contraindicated in comatose or greatly obtunded patients and in patients receiving large doses of central nervous system depressants (barbiturates, alcohol, narcotics, analgesics, or antihistamines); in the presence of existing blood dyscrasias, bone marrow depression, or liver damage; and in patients who have shown… (Perphenazine label, Contraindications)

  • PhenelzineMAO inhibitorMajor

    Phenelzine sulfate should not be used in combination with dextromethorphan or with CNS depressants such as alcohol and certain narcotics. (Phenelzine label, Contraindications)

  • PhenobarbitalbarbiturateMajor

    CNS depressants: Closely monitor for sedation and respiratory depression. (Phenobarbital label, Drug interactions)

  • Posaconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    CYP3A Inhibitors Concomitant use of BELSOMRA with strong inhibitors of CYP3A (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole, clarithromycin, nefazodone, ritonavir, saquinavir, nelfinavir, indinavir, boceprevir, telaprevir, telithromycin and conivaptan) is not recommended [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • PregabalinanticonvulsantMajor

    • Respiratory Depression : May occur with LYRICA when used with concomitant CNS depressants or in the setting of underlying respiratory impairment. (Pregabalin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ProchlorperazineantipsychoticMajor

    Do not use in comatose states or in the presence of large amounts of central nervous system depressants (alcohol, barbiturates, narcotics, etc.). Do not use in pediatric surgery. (Prochlorperazine label, Contraindications)

  • …PROMETHAZINE AND RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION IN CHILDREN; MEDICATION ERRORS; INTERACTIONS WITH DRUGS AFFECTING CYTOCHROME P450 ISOENZYMES; CONCOMITANT USE WITH BENZODIAZEPINES OR OTHER CNS DEPRESSANTS; NEONATAL OPIOID WITHDRAWAL SYNDROME Addiction, Abuse, and Misuse Promethazine HCl and Codeine Phosphate Oral Solution exposes patients and other users to the risks… (Promethazine and codeine label, Boxed warning)

  • PropafenoneantiarrhythmicMajor

    • Avoid simultaneous use of propafenone with both a cytochrome P450 2D6 (CYP2D6) inhibitor and a 3A4 inhibitor (CYP3A4). (Propafenone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RemifentanilopioidMajor

    Risks From Concomitant Use With Benzodiazepines Or Other CNS Depressants Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. (Remifentanil label, Boxed warning)

  • • Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Avoid concomitant administration. (Rimegepant label, Drug interactions)

  • RitonavirantiretroviralMajor

    CYP3A Inhibitors Concomitant use of BELSOMRA with strong inhibitors of CYP3A (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole, clarithromycin, nefazodone, ritonavir, saquinavir, nelfinavir, indinavir, boceprevir, telaprevir, telithromycin and conivaptan) is not recommended [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • RivaroxabananticoagulantMajor

    Use with P-gp and Strong CYP3A Inhibitors or Inducers Avoid concomitant use of XARELTO with known combined P-gp and strong CYP3A inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) ] . (Rivaroxaban label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Salmeterolbeta-adrenergic agonistMajor

    • Strong cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir, ketoconazole): Use not recommended. (Salmeterol label, Drug interactions)

  • Silodosinalpha blockerMajor

    Severe renal impairment (CCr < 30 mL/min) Severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh score ≥ 10) Concomitant administration with strong Cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, clarithromycin, itraconazole, ritonavir) [see DRUG INTERACTIONS (7.1) ] Patients with a history of hypersensitivity to silodosin or any of the ingredients in silodosin capsules… (Silodosin label, Contraindications)

  • SimvastatinstatinMajor

    ZOCOR is contraindicated in the following conditions: Concomitant use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (select azole anti-fungals, macrolide antibiotics, anti-viral medications, and nefazodone) [see Drug Interactions (7.1) ] . (Simvastatin label, Contraindications)

  • SirolimusimmunosuppressantMajor

    Interaction with Strong Inhibitors and Inducers of CYP3A4 and/or P-gp Avoid concomitant use of sirolimus with strong inhibitors of CYP3A4 and/or P-gp (such as ketoconazole, voriconazole, itraconazole, erythromycin, telithromycin, or clarithromycin) or strong inducers of CYP3A4 and/or P-gp (such as rifampin or rifabutin) [ see Drug Interactions (7.2) ]. (Sirolimus label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Sodium oxybateCNS depressantMajor

    • Central Nervous System Depression Xyrem (sodium oxybate) is a CNS depressant. (Sodium oxybate label, Boxed warning)

  • SolifenacinanticholinergicMajor

    The dosage of Solifenacin succinate tablets greater than 5 mg once daily is not recommended when concomitantly used with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 )] . (Solifenacin label, Drug interactions)

  • SuzetrigineCYP3A4 inducerMajor

    Concomitant use of JOURNAVX with strong CYP3A inhibitors is contraindicated [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) , Drug Interactions (7.1) ] . (Suzetrigine label, Contraindications)

  • Effect of Other Drugs on TALZENNA Effect of P-gp Inhibitors Breast Cancer Avoid coadministration of TALZENNA with the following P-gp inhibitors: itraconazole, amiodarone, carvedilol, clarithromycin, itraconazole, and verapamil. (Talazoparib label, Drug interactions)

  • Tamsulosinalpha blockerMajor

    • Should not be used in combination with strong inhibitors of CYP3A4. (Tamsulosin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TapentadolopioidMajor

    Risks From Concomitant Use With Benzodiazepines Or Other CNS Depressants Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. (Tapentadol label, Boxed warning)

  • Avoid co-administration of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., itraconazole, clarithromycin, ritonavir) and strong CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampin, phenytoin) with TEPADINA due to the potential effects on efficacy and toxicity [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 ) ] . (Thiotepa label, Drug interactions)

  • …dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) outside of FDA-approved REMS [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Unable to sense or respond to thirst Hypovolemic hyponatremia Taking strong CYP3A inhibitors [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Anuria Hypersensitivity (e.g., anaphylactic shock, rash generalized) to tolvaptan or any components of the product [see Adverse… (Tolvaptan label, Contraindications)

  • Avoid concomitant use HYCAMTIN capsules with P-gp inhibitors or BCRP inhibitors. (Topotecan label, Drug interactions)

  • Toremifeneselective estrogen receptor modulatorMajor

    Drugs known to prolong the QT interval and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . (Toremifene label, Boxed warning)

  • CYP3A inhibitors: Avoid concomitant strong CYP3A inhibitors ( 7.1 ) (Trabectedin label, Drug interactions)

  • TramadolopioidMajor

    Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. (Tramadol label, Boxed warning)

  • Risks from Concomitant Use with Benzodiazepines or Other CNS Depressants Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. (Tramadol and acetaminophen label, Boxed warning)

  • TrazodoneantidepressantMajor

    The use of RALDESY Should be avoided in patients with known QT prolongation or in combination with other drugs that are inhibitors of CYP3A4 (e.g., itraconazole, clarithromycin, voriconazole), or known to prolong QT interval including Class 1A antiarrhythmics (e.g., quinidine, procainamide) or Class 3 antiarrhythmics (e.g., amiodarone, sotalol), certain antipsychotic… (Trazodone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TretinoinretinoidMajor

    • Strong CYP3A Inhibitors and Inducers: Avoid coadministration with strong CYP3A inhibitors and inducers. (Tretinoin label, Drug interactions)

  • TriazolambenzodiazepineMajor

    • Effects on Driving and Operating Heavy Machinery : Patients receiving triazolam should be cautioned against driving or operating heavy machinery, as well as avoiding concomitant use with alcohol and other CNS depressant drugs. (Triazolam label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TrifluoperazineantipsychoticMajor

    CONTRAINDICATIONS A known hypersensitivity to phenothiazines, comatose or greatly depressed states due to central nervous system depressants and, in cases of existing blood dyscrasias, bone marrow depression and preexisting liver damage. (Trifluoperazine label, Contraindications)

  • UBRELVY is contraindicated: With concomitant use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )] In patients with a history of serious hypersensitivity to ubrogepant or any component of UBRELVY. (Ubrogepant label, Contraindications)

  • UpadacitinibimmunosuppressantMajor

    For patients with atopic dermatitis, coadministration of RINVOQ 30 mg once daily with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors is not recommended. (Upadacitinib 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)

  • Therefore, the concomitant use of strong CYP3A inhibitors with vincristine sulfate should be avoided. (Vincristine label, Drug interactions)

  • Zaleplonsedative-hypnoticMajor

    The use of zaleplon with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended (see ). (Zaleplon label, Warnings)

  • Zolpidemsedative-hypnoticMajor

    The use of Zolpidem Tartrate with other sedative-hypnotics (including other zolpidem products) at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Zolpidem label, Warnings and precautions)

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  • AfatinibModerate

    P-glycoprotein (P-gp) Inhibitors : Co-administration of P-gp inhibitors can increase afatinib exposure. (Afatinib label, Drug interactions)

  • Allopurinolxanthine oxidase inhibitorModerate

    Inform patients also that the central nervous system depressant effects of allopurinol tablets may be additive to those of alcohol and other CNS depressants. (Allopurinol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AlosetronModerate

    CYP3A4 inhibitors: Use with caution in combination due to increased exposure of alosetron. (Alosetron label, Drug interactions)

  • AminophyllinemethylxanthineModerate

    25% increase Diazepam Benzodiazepines increase CNS concentrations of adenosine, a potent CNS depressant, while theophylline blocks adenosine receptors. (Aminophylline label, Drug interactions)

  • Amitriptylinetricyclic antidepressantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Amlodipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    Impact of Other Drugs on Amlodipine CYP3A Inhibitors Co-administration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine label, Drug interactions)

  • Amlodipine and atorvastatindihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    Impact of Other Drugs on Amlodipine CYP3A Inhibitors Co-administration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and atorvastatin label, Drug interactions)

  • Amlodipine and benazeprildihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Amlodipine and olmesartandihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    • Increased exposure of amlodipine when coadministered with CYP3A inhibitors Olmesartan medoxomil ( 7.2 ): • Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) may lead to increased risk of renal impairment and loss of antihypertensive effect. (Amlodipine and olmesartan label, Drug interactions)

  • Amlodipine and valsartandihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    Amlodipine Impact of Other Drugs on Amlodipine CYP3A Inhibitors Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and valsartan label, Drug interactions)

  • Amoxapinetricyclic antidepressantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AprepitantCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    The recommended dose of BELSOMRA is 5 mg in subjects receiving moderate CYP3A inhibitors (e.g., amprenavir, aprepitant, atazanavir, ciprofloxacin, diltiazem, erythromycin, fluconazole, fosamprenavir, grapefruit juice, imatinib, verapamil). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • AripiprazoleantipsychoticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ArmodafinilCNS stimulantModerate

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Efficacy may be reduced ( 7.2 ). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • AsenapineantipsychoticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AtazanavirantiretroviralModerate

    The recommended dose of BELSOMRA is 5 mg in subjects receiving moderate CYP3A inhibitors (e.g., amprenavir, aprepitant, atazanavir, ciprofloxacin, diltiazem, erythromycin, fluconazole, fosamprenavir, grapefruit juice, imatinib, verapamil). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • AtorvastatinstatinModerate

    LIPITOR plasma levels can be significantly increased with concomitant administration of inhibitors of CYP3A4 and transporters. (Atorvastatin label, Drug interactions)

  • AxitinibModerate

    CYP3A4/5 Inhibitors Co-administration of ketoconazole, a strong inhibitor of CYP3A4/5, increased the plasma exposure of axitinib in healthy volunteers. (Axitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • AzelastineantihistamineModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Baclofenmuscle relaxantModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • BortezomibModerate

    Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Closely monitor patients with concomitant use. (Bortezomib label, Drug interactions)

  • BrexpiprazoleantipsychoticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Brimonidinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

    Use with CNS depressants may result in an additive or potentiating effect. (Brimonidine label, Drug interactions)

  • Brimonidine and timololalpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

    Use with CNS depressants may result in an additive or potentiating effect. (Brimonidine and timolol label, Drug interactions)

  • BrivaracetamanticonvulsantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • BudesonidecorticosteroidModerate

    Interactions with Strong Cytochrome P450 3A4 Inhibitors Caution should be exercised when considering the co-administration of PULMICORT FLEXHALER with ketoconazole, and other known strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir, atazanavir, clarithromycin, indinavir, itraconazole, nefazodone, nelfinavir, saquinavir, telithromycin) because adverse effects related to… (Budesonide label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Budesonide and formoterolcorticosteroidModerate

    Strong cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir): Risk of increased systemic corticosteroid effects. (Budesonide and formoterol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Bupivacainelocal anestheticModerate

    Possible early warning signs of central nervous system (CNS) toxicity are restlessness, anxiety, incoherent speech, lightheadedness, numbness and tingling of the mouth and lips, metallic taste, tinnitus, dizziness, blurred vision, tremors, twitching, CNS depression, or drowsiness. (Bupivacaine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Bupivacaine and epinephrinelocal anestheticModerate

    Possible early warning signs of central nervous system (CNS) toxicity are restlessness, anxiety, incoherent speech, lightheadedness, numbness and tingling of the mouth and lips, metallic taste, tinnitus, dizziness, blurred vision, tremors, twitching, CNS depression, or drowsiness. (Bupivacaine and epinephrine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • BupropionantidepressantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Buspironeserotonergic drugModerate

    Triazolam/flurazepam: Coadministration of buspirone with either triazolam or flurazepam did not appear to prolong or intensify the sedative effects of either benzodiazepine. (Buspirone label, Drug interactions)

  • Butalbital and acetaminophenbarbiturateModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Cannabidiol (prescription)anticonvulsantModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CariprazineantipsychoticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Carisoprodolmuscle relaxantModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CenobamateanticonvulsantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Chlorzoxazonemuscle relaxantModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CiclesonidecorticosteroidModerate

    In a drug interaction study, co-administration of orally inhaled ciclesonide and oral ketoconazole, a potent inhibitor of cytochrome P450 3A4, increased the exposure (AUC) of des-ciclesonide by approximately 3.6-fold at steady state, while levels of ciclesonide remained unchanged. (Ciclesonide label, Drug interactions)

  • Cilostazolantiplatelet agentModerate

    Inhibitors of CYP3A4 or CYP2C19 Inhibitors of CYP3A4 Coadministration of strong (e.g., ketoconazole) and moderate (e.g., erythromycin, diltiazem and grapefruit juice) CYP3A4 inhibitors can increase exposure to cilostazol. (Cilostazol label, Drug interactions)

  • CinacalcetCYP2D6 inhibitorModerate

    Co-administration with a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor may increase serum levels of cinacalcet. (Cinacalcet label, Drug interactions)

  • CitalopramSSRIModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ClemastineantihistamineModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ClindamycinantibioticModerate

    Inhibitors of CYP3A4 and CYP3A5 Inhibitors of CYP3A4 and/or CYP3A5 may increase plasma concentrations of clindamycin [ see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Clindamycin label, Drug interactions)

  • Clomipraminetricyclic antidepressantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ClozapineantipsychoticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Concomitant administration of itraconazole, a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor, with DUAVEE, resulted in increases in bazedoxifene exposure (40%) and, to a lesser extent, conjugated estrogens exposure (9% for baseline-adjusted total estrone, 5% for total equilin), compared to DUAVEE alone [see Pharmacokinetics (12.3) ] . (Conjugated estrogens and bazedoxifene label, Drug interactions)

  • CyproheptadineantihistamineModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Dantrolenemuscle relaxantModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DarifenacinanticholinergicModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors The systemic exposure of darifenacin from darifenacin extended-release tablets is increased in the presence of CYP3A4 inhibitors. (Darifenacin label, Drug interactions)

  • Deferasiroxiron supplementModerate

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Efficacy may be reduced ( 7.2 ). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • DeflazacortcorticosteroidModerate

    Moderate or strong CYP3A4 inhibitors: Give one third of the recommended dosage of EMFLAZA ( 7.1 ) (Deflazacort label, Drug interactions)

  • Desfluranegeneral anestheticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Desipraminetricyclic antidepressantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Desogestrel and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

    CYP3A4 inhibitors such as itraconazole, voriconazole, fluconazole, grapefruit juice, or ketoconazole may increase plasma hormone concentrations. (Desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • DesvenlafaxineSNRIModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DeutetrabenazineVMAT2 inhibitorModerate

    Alcohol or other sedating drugs: May have additive sedation and somnolence ( 7.5 ) (Deutetrabenazine label, Drug interactions)

  • DexchlorpheniramineantihistamineModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Dexlansoprazoleproton pump inhibitorModerate

    CYP2C19 or CYP3A4 Inhibitors Clinical Impact: Increased exposure of dexlansoprazole is expected when used concomitantly with strong inhibitors [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Dexlansoprazole label, Drug interactions)

  • Dexmedetomidinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Digoxindigitalis glycosideModerate

    Digoxin: Monitor digoxin concentrations ( 7.3 ). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • Diltiazemcalcium channel blockerModerate

    The recommended dose of BELSOMRA is 5 mg in subjects receiving moderate CYP3A inhibitors (e.g., amprenavir, aprepitant, atazanavir, ciprofloxacin, diltiazem, erythromycin, fluconazole, fosamprenavir, grapefruit juice, imatinib, verapamil). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • DimenhydrinateantihistamineModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DiphenhydramineantihistamineModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Divalproex (valproate)anticonvulsantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DofetilideantiarrhythmicModerate

    …grouped as ACE inhibitors, oral anticoagulants, calcium channel blockers, beta blockers, cardiac glycosides, inducers of CYP3A4, substrates and inhibitors of CYP3A4, substrates and inhibitors of P-glycoprotein, nitrates, sulphonylureas, loop diuretics, potassium sparing diuretics, thiazide diuretics, substrates and inhibitors of tubular organic cation transport,… (Dofetilide label, Drug interactions)

  • DoravirineantiretroviralModerate

    Co-administration of PIFELTRO and drugs that are inhibitors of CYP3A may result in increased plasma concentrations of doravirine. (Doravirine label, Drug interactions)

  • Doxazosinalpha blockerModerate

    Strong cytochrome P450 (CYP) 3A inhibitors may increase exposure to doxazosin and increased risk of hypotension. (Doxazosin label, Drug interactions)

  • Doxepintricyclic antidepressantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DronabinolcannabinoidModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DronedaroneantiarrhythmicModerate

    Effects of Other Drugs on Dronedarone Ketoconazole and Other Potent CYP3A Inhibitors Concomitant use of ketoconazole as well as other potent CYP3A inhibitors such as itraconazole, voriconazole, ritonavir, clarithromycin, and nefazodone is contraindicated because exposure to dronedarone is significantly increased [see Contraindications (4) , Clinical Pharmacology… (Dronedarone label, Drug interactions)

  • Droperidoldopamine antagonistModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Drospirenone and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

    Consider monitoring serum potassium concentration in high-risk patients who take a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor long-term and concomitantly. (Drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DuloxetineSNRIModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EdoxabananticoagulantModerate

    P-gp Inhibitors Treatment of NVAF Based on clinical experience from the ENGAGE AF-TIMI 48 study, dose reduction in patients concomitantly receiving P-gp inhibitors resulted in edoxaban blood levels that were lower than in patients who were given the full dose. (Edoxaban label, Drug interactions)

  • EfavirenzantiretroviralModerate

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Efficacy may be reduced ( 7.2 ). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • Strong CYP3A inducers: Efficacy may be reduced ( 7.2 ). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • Concomitant Use with CYP3A Inhibitors Exposure to elexacaftor, tezacaftor and ivacaftor are increased when used concomitantly with strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitors. (Elexacaftor, tezacaftor, and ivacaftor label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EluxadolineopioidModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Emtricitabine and tenofovirantiretroviralModerate

    Coadministration of DESCOVY with other drugs that inhibit P-gp and BCRP may increase the absorption and plasma concentration of TAF. (Emtricitabine and tenofovir label, Drug interactions)

  • Drugs Inducing or Inhibiting CYP3A Enzymes Rilpivirine is primarily metabolized by cytochrome P450 (CYP) 3A, and drugs that induce or inhibit CYP3A may thus affect the clearance of RPV [see Contraindications (4) , Warnings and Precautions (5.7) , and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Emtricitabine, rilpivirine, and tenofovir label, Drug interactions)

  • Erythromycinmacrolide antibioticModerate

    The recommended dose of BELSOMRA is 5 mg in subjects receiving moderate CYP3A inhibitors (e.g., amprenavir, aprepitant, atazanavir, ciprofloxacin, diltiazem, erythromycin, fluconazole, fosamprenavir, grapefruit juice, imatinib, verapamil). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • EscitalopramSSRIModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EslicarbazepineanticonvulsantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EstradiolestrogenModerate

    Inhibitors of CYP3A4 such as erythromycin, clarithromycin, ketoconazole, itraconazole, ritonavir and grapefruit juice may increase plasma concentrations of estrogens and may result in side effects. (Estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • Estradiol and dienogestoral contraceptiveModerate

    …exposure at steady state. [See Clinical Pharmacology (12.3).] Substances Increasing the Systemic Exposure of COCs (enzyme inhibitors): Concomitant administration of moderate or strong CYP3A4 inhibitors like azole antifungals (for example, ketoconazole, itraconazole, voriconazole, fluconazole), verapamil, macrolides (for example, clarithromycin, erythromycin), diltiazem,… (Estradiol and dienogest label, Drug interactions)

  • Inducers and/or inhibitors of CYP3A4 may affect estrogen drug metabolism and decrease or increase the estrogen plasma concentration. (Estradiol and norethindrone label, Drug interactions)

  • EthosuximideanticonvulsantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Etomidategeneral anestheticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Concomitant administration of strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors such as itraconazole, voriconazole, fluconazole, grapefruit juice, or ketoconazole may increase plasma estrogen and/or progestin concentrations. (Etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • EtravirineantiretroviralModerate

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Efficacy may be reduced ( 7.2 ). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • FelbamateanticonvulsantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Felodipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    Coadministration of CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, erythromycin, grapefruit juice, cimetidine) with felodipine may lead to several-fold increases in the plasma levels of felodipine, either due to an increase in bioavailability or due to a decrease in metabolism. (Felodipine label, Drug interactions)

  • Fidaxomicinmacrolide antibioticModerate

    Concentrations of fidaxomicin and OP-1118 may also be decreased at the site of action (i.e., gastrointestinal tract) via P-gp inhibition; however, concomitant P-gp inhibitor use had no attributable effect on safety or treatment outcome of fidaxomicin-treated adult patients in controlled clinical trials. (Fidaxomicin label, Drug interactions)

  • Fluconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    The recommended dose of BELSOMRA is 5 mg in subjects receiving moderate CYP3A inhibitors (e.g., amprenavir, aprepitant, atazanavir, ciprofloxacin, diltiazem, erythromycin, fluconazole, fosamprenavir, grapefruit juice, imatinib, verapamil). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • FlumazenilbenzodiazepineModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FluoxetineSSRIModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FluvoxamineSSRIModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FosphenytoinanticonvulsantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • GefitinibModerate

    • CYP3A4 Inhibitor: Monitor adverse reactions if concomitant use with IRESSA. (Gefitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • GrapefruitFood and drinkModerate

    The recommended dose of BELSOMRA is 5 mg in subjects receiving moderate CYP3A inhibitors (e.g., amprenavir, aprepitant, atazanavir, ciprofloxacin, diltiazem, erythromycin, fluconazole, fosamprenavir, grapefruit juice, imatinib, verapamil). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • GriseofulvinantifungalModerate

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Efficacy may be reduced ( 7.2 ). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • Guanfacinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • HaloperidolantipsychoticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • HydrocortisonecorticosteroidModerate

    Concomitant administration of inhibitors of CYP3A4 may lead to increases in serum concentrations of ALKINDI SPRINKLE and increase the risk of adverse reactions associated with the use of excessive doses. (Hydrocortisone label, Drug interactions)

  • IfosfamideModerate

    • CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Use in combination with CYP3A4 inhibitors could decrease the effectiveness of ifosfamide. (Ifosfamide label, Drug interactions)

  • IloperidoneantipsychoticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ImatinibCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    The recommended dose of BELSOMRA is 5 mg in subjects receiving moderate CYP3A inhibitors (e.g., amprenavir, aprepitant, atazanavir, ciprofloxacin, diltiazem, erythromycin, fluconazole, fosamprenavir, grapefruit juice, imatinib, verapamil). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • Imipraminetricyclic antidepressantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Isofluranegeneral anestheticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • IvacaftorCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    Potential for other drugs to affect ivacaftor CYP3A inhibitors: Reduce KALYDECO dosage in patients aged 6 months and older when co-administered with strong CYP3A inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole) or moderate CYP3A inhibitors (e.g., fluconazole). (Ivacaftor label, Drug interactions)

  • LacosamideanticonvulsantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Lansoprazoleproton pump inhibitorModerate

    CYP2C19 or CYP3A4 Inhibitors Clinical Impact: Increased exposure of lansoprazole is expected when used concomitantly with strong inhibitors [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Lansoprazole label, Drug interactions)

  • LevetiracetamanticonvulsantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LevomilnacipranSNRIModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

    CYP3A inhibitors such as itraconazole, voriconazole, fluconazole, grapefruit juice The effect of grapefruit juice on CYP3A4 enzymes (e.g., strong vs. moderate inhibition) depends on its brand, concentration, and preparation. , or ketoconazole may increase systemic exposure of the estrogen and/or progestin component of CHCs. (Levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • Lidocaine and epinephrinelocal anestheticModerate

    Possible early warning signs of central nervous system (CNS) toxicity are restlessness, anxiety, incoherent speech, lightheadedness, metallic taste, tinnitus, dizziness, blurred vision, tremors, twitching, CNS depression, or drowsiness. (Lidocaine and epinephrine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Lofexidinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LoperamideQT-prolonging drugModerate

    Drug Interactions Effects of Other Drugs on Loperamide Concomitant use of loperamide hydrochloride capsules with inhibitors of CYP3A4 (e.g., itraconazole) or CYP2C8 (e.g., gemfibrozil) or inhibitors of P-glycoprotein (e.g., quinidine, ritonavir) can increase exposure to loperamide. (Loperamide label, Drug interactions)

  • LoxapineantipsychoticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LumateperoneantipsychoticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MeclizineantihistamineModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MefloquineantimalarialModerate

    Ketoconazole (Potent Inhibitor of CYP3A4) Coadministration of a single 500 mg oral dose of mefloquine with 400 mg of ketoconazole once daily for 10 days in 8 healthy volunteers resulted in an increase in the mean C max and AUC of mefloquine by 64% and 79%, respectively, and an increase in the mean elimination half-life of mefloquine from 322 hours to 448 hours. (Mefloquine label, Drug interactions)

  • MeprobamateCNS depressantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Methocarbamolmuscle relaxantModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MethohexitalbarbiturateModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MethsuximideanticonvulsantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Metoclopramidedopamine antagonistModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MetyrosineModerate

    Concurrent use of metyrosine with alcohol or other CNS depressants can increase their sedative effects. (Metyrosine label, Drug interactions)

  • MifepristoneCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    …mifepristone is contraindicated. [See Contraindications (4.3)] 5.6 Use of Strong CYP3A Inhibitors Mifepristone should be used with caution in patients taking ketoconazole and other strong inhibitors of CYP3A, such as itraconazole, nefazodone, ritonavir, nelfinavir, indinavir, atazanavir, amprenavir, fosamprenavir, clarithromycin, conivaptan, lopinavir/ritonavir, posaconazole,… (Mifepristone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MirtazapineantidepressantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MitotaneCYP3A4 inducerModerate

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Efficacy may be reduced ( 7.2 ). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • ModafinilCNS stimulantModerate

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Efficacy may be reduced ( 7.2 ). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • MometasonecorticosteroidModerate

    Strong cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir): Risk of increased systemic corticosteroid effects. (Mometasone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Nafcillinpenicillin antibioticModerate

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Efficacy may be reduced ( 7.2 ). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • Naldemedineopioid antagonistModerate

    Moderate (e.g., fluconazole, atazanavir, aprepitant, diltiazem, erythromycin) and Strong (e.g., itraconazole, ketoconazole, clarithromycin, ritonavir, saquinavir) CYP3A Inhibitors Clinical Impact Increase in plasma naldemedine concentrations [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] Intervention Monitor for potential naldemedine-related adverse reactions [see Adverse… (Naldemedine label, Drug interactions)

  • Naloxoneopioid antagonistModerate

    WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Risk of Recurrent Respiratory and CNS Depression : Due to the duration of action of naloxone relative to the opioid, respiratory and CNS depression may recur after the first dose of naloxone. (Naloxone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Naltrexone and bupropionopioid antagonistModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CYP2C19 or CYP3A4 Inhibitors Clinical Impact : Increased exposure of esomeprazole [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Naproxen and esomeprazole label, Drug interactions)

  • NevirapineantiretroviralModerate

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Efficacy may be reduced ( 7.2 ). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • Nifedipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    …as ketoconazole, fluconazole, itraconazole, clarithromycin, erythromycin (Azithromycin, although structurally related to the class of macrolide antibiotic is void of clinically relevant CYP3A4 inhibition), grapefruit, nefazodone, fluoxetine, saquinavir, indinavir, nelfinavir, and ritonavir may result in increased exposure to nifedipine when co-administered. (Nifedipine label, Drug interactions)

  • NintedanibModerate

    Coadministration of P-gp and CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase nintedanib exposure. (Nintedanib label, Drug interactions)

  • CYP3A4 inhibitors such as itraconazole, voriconazole, fluconazole, grapefruit juice, or ketoconazole may increase plasma hormone concentrations. (Norelgestromin and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • NorethindroneprogestinModerate

    Substances increasing the systemic concentrations of HCs: Co-administration of certain HCs and strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors such as itraconazole, voriconazole, fluconazole, grapefruit juice, or ketoconazole may increase the systemic concentrations of progestins, including norethindrone. (Norethindrone label, Drug interactions)

  • Norethindrone and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

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

  • Norgestimate and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

    CYP3A4 inhibitors such as itraconazole, voriconazole, fluconazole, grapefruit juice, or ketoconazole may increase plasma hormone concentrations. (Norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • Norgestrel and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

    Concomitant administration of CYP3A4 inhibitors such as itraconazole, fluconazole, grapefruit juice or ketoconazole may increase plasma hormone concentrations. (Norgestrel and ethinyl estradiol label, Drug interactions)

  • Nortriptylinetricyclic antidepressantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OlanzapineantipsychoticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Olanzapine and fluoxetineantipsychoticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Olmesartan, amlodipine, and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    • Increased amlodipine exposure when coadministered with CYP3A inhibitors Hydrochlorothiazide ( 7.3 ): • Antidiabetic drugs: Dosage adjustment of antidiabetic may be required. (Olmesartan, amlodipine, and hydrochlorothiazide label, Drug interactions)

  • Omeprazoleproton pump inhibitorModerate

    CYP2C19 or CYP3A4 Inhibitors Clinical Impact: Increased exposure of omeprazole [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Omeprazole label, Drug interactions)

  • Omeprazole and sodium bicarbonateproton pump inhibitorModerate

    CYP2C19 or CYP3A4 Inhibitors Clinical Impact: Increased exposure of omeprazole [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate label, Drug interactions)

  • Orphenadrinemuscle relaxantModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OxcarbazepineanticonvulsantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OxybutyninanticholinergicModerate

    Co-administration with strong cytochrome P450 (CYP) 3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole) increases the systemic exposure of oxybutynin. (Oxybutynin label, Drug interactions)

  • PaliperidoneantipsychoticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Paricalcitolvitamin D analogModerate

    Exposure of Paricalcitol Injection will increase upon coadministration with strong CYP3A inhibitors [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Paricalcitol label, Drug interactions)

  • ParoxetineSSRIModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PerampanelanticonvulsantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Phentermine and topiramateCNS stimulantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PhenytoinanticonvulsantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PimavanserinantipsychoticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PimozideantipsychoticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Pramipexoledopamine agonistModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PrednisolonecorticosteroidModerate

    CYP 3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, macrolide antibiotics): Ketoconazole has been reported to decrease the metabolism of certain corticosteroids by up to 60% leading to an increased risk of corticosteroid side effects. (Prednisolone label, Drug interactions)

  • PrednisonecorticosteroidModerate

    CYP 3A4 Inhibitors (e.g., Ketoconazole, Macrolide Antibiotics) Ketoconazole has been reported to decrease the metabolism of certain corticosteroids by up to 60% leading to increased risk of corticosteroid side effects. (Prednisone label, Drug interactions)

  • PrimaquineantimalarialModerate

    Published clinical reports indicate primaquine may inhibit CYP3A4 enzyme activity and thus may lead to increased exposure of oral CYP3A4 substrate drugs when co-administered with Primaquine phosphate Tablets. (Primaquine label, Drug interactions)

  • PrimidoneanticonvulsantModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PromethazineantihistamineModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PropofolCNS depressantModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Protriptylinetricyclic antidepressantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • QuetiapineantipsychoticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • QuinineantimalarialModerate

    Although a causal relationship between a specific drug and the arrhythmia was not established in this case, erythromycin is a CYP3A4 inhibitor and has been shown to increase quinine plasma levels when used concomitantly. (Quinine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Ramelteonsedative-hypnoticModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RepaglinidemeglitinideModerate

    CYP2C8 and CYP3A4 Inhibitors Intervention: Repaglinide tablets dose reductions and increased frequency of glucose monitoring may be required when co‑administered. (Repaglinide label, Drug interactions)

  • RifabutinantibioticModerate

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Efficacy may be reduced ( 7.2 ). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • RifampinantibioticModerate

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Efficacy may be reduced ( 7.2 ). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • RifapentineantibioticModerate

    Strong CYP3A inducers: Efficacy may be reduced ( 7.2 ). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • RifaximinantibioticModerate

    • Concomitant P-glycoprotein (P-gp) inhibitors (e.g., cyclosporine): Caution should be exercised when concomitant use of XIFAXAN and a P-glycoprotein inhibitor is needed. (Rifaximin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RilpivirineantiretroviralModerate

    Coadministration of EDURANT or EDURANT PED and drugs that inhibit CYP3A may result in increased plasma concentrations of rilpivirine. (Rilpivirine label, Drug interactions)

  • RisperidoneantipsychoticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RoflumilastPDE4 inhibitorModerate

    Use with inhibitors of CYP3A4 or dual inhibitors of CYP3A4 and CYP1A2 (e.g., erythromycin, ketoconazole, fluvoxamine, enoxacin, cimetidine) will increase roflumilast systemic exposure and may result in increased adverse reactions. (Roflumilast label, Drug interactions)

  • RomidepsinModerate

    • Monitor for toxicities related to increased romidepsin exposure when co-administering romidepsin with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors ( 7.2 ). (Romidepsin label, Drug interactions)

  • Ropiniroledopamine agonistModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Ropivacainelocal anestheticModerate

    Coadministration of a selective and potent inhibitor of CYP3A4, ketoconazole (100 mg bid for 2 days with ropivacaine infusion administered 1 hour after ketoconazole) caused a 15% reduction in in vivo plasma clearance of ropivacaine. (Ropivacaine label, Drug interactions)

  • RufinamideanticonvulsantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RuxolitinibJAK inhibitorModerate

    Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Reduce, interrupt, or discontinue JAKAFI/JAKAFI XR doses as recommended except in patients with acute or chronic graft-versus-host-disease. (Ruxolitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • SaxagliptinDPP-4 inhibitorModerate

    Strong Inhibitors of CYP3A4/5 Enzymes Ketoconazole significantly increased saxagliptin exposure. (Saxagliptin label, Drug interactions)

  • Saxagliptin and metforminDPP-4 inhibitorModerate

    Strong Inhibitors of CYP3A4/5 Enzymes Ketoconazole significantly increased saxagliptin exposure. (Saxagliptin and metformin label, Drug interactions)

  • ScopolamineanticholinergicModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • SertralineSSRIModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Sevofluranegeneral anestheticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • SildenafilPDE5 inhibitorModerate

    CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir, ketoconazole, itraconazole, erythromycin) increase SILDENAFIL ORAL FILM exposure. (Sildenafil label, Drug interactions)

  • SunitinibModerate

    Monitor QT interval more frequently when SUTENT is concomitantly administered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors or drugs known to prolong QT interval. (Sunitinib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TacrolimusimmunosuppressantModerate

    The risk for nephrotoxicity may increase when ASTAGRAF XL is concomitantly administered with CYP3A inhibitors (by increasing tacrolimus whole blood concentrations) or drugs associated with nephrotoxicity (e.g., aminoglycosides, ganciclovir, amphotericin B, cisplatin, nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitors, protease inhibitors). (Tacrolimus label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TadalafilPDE5 inhibitorModerate

    …Physicians should be aware that CIALIS for once daily use provides continuous plasma tadalafil levels and should consider this when evaluating the potential for interactions with medications (e.g., nitrates, alpha-blockers, anti-hypertensives and potent inhibitors of CYP3A4) and with substantial consumption of alcohol [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 , 7.2 , 7.3 )] . (Tadalafil label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Tasimelteonsedative-hypnoticModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Telmisartan and amlodipineangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors Co-administration of a 180 mg daily dose of diltiazem with 5 mg amlodipine in elderly hypertensive patients resulted in a 60% increase in amlodipine systemic exposure. (Telmisartan and amlodipine label, Drug interactions)

  • TemazepambenzodiazepineModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TemsirolimusModerate

    Co-administration with Inducers or Inhibitors of CYP3A Metabolism Agents Inducing CYP3A Metabolism: Strong inducers of CYP3A4/5 such as dexamethasone, carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital, rifampin, rifabutin, and rifampacin may decrease exposure of the active metabolite, sirolimus. (Temsirolimus label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TetrabenazineVMAT2 inhibitorModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TheophyllinemethylxanthineModerate

    25% increase Diazepam Benzodiazepines increase CNS concentrations of adenosine, a potent CNS depressant, while theophylline blocks adenosine receptors. (Theophylline label, Drug interactions)

  • ThioridazineantipsychoticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ThiothixeneantipsychoticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TiagabineanticonvulsantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TinidazoleantibioticModerate

    Simultaneous administration of drugs that inhibit the activity of liver microsomal enzymes, i.e., CYP3A4 inhibitors such as cimetidine and ketoconazole, may prolong the half-life and decrease the plasma clearance of tinidazole, increasing the plasma concentrations of tinidazole. (Tinidazole label, Drug interactions)

  • Tizanidinemuscle relaxantModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TofacitinibimmunosuppressantModerate

    Table 7: Clinically Significant Interactions Affecting XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR When Concomitantly Used with Other Drugs Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole) Clinical Impact Increased exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Moderate… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • TolterodineanticholinergicModerate

    Drug Interactions CYP3A4 Inhibitors Ketoconazole, an inhibitor of the drug metabolizing enzyme CYP3A4, significantly increased plasma concentrations of tolterodine when coadministered to subjects who were poor metabolizers (see CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY, Variability in Metabolism and Drug-Drug Interactions ). (Tolterodine label, Drug interactions)

  • TopiramateanticonvulsantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TranylcypromineMAO inhibitorModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TriamcinolonecorticosteroidModerate

    Co-administration of other strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir, atazanavir, clarithromycin, indinavir, itraconazole, nefazodone, nelfinavir, saquinavir, telithromycin, cobicistat-containing products) with KENALOG-40 Injection may cause increased plasma concentration of triamcinolone leading to adverse reactions. (Triamcinolone label, Drug interactions)

  • TrihexyphenidylanticholinergicModerate

    Concurrent use of alcohol or other CNS depressants with trihexyphenidyl may cause increased sedative effects. (Trihexyphenidyl label, Drug interactions)

  • The recent use of other drugs that cause CNS depression or EPS symptoms may also increase the risk; consider reducing the dosage or discontinuing the drug. (Trimethobenzamide label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Trimipraminetricyclic antidepressantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • UlipristalModerate

    Increase in Plasma Concentrations of ella Associated with Co-Administered Drugs CYP3A4 inhibitors such as itraconazole or ketoconazole increase plasma concentrations of ella [see Pharmacokinetics (12.3) ] . (Ulipristal label, Drug interactions)

  • Umeclidinium and vilanterolanticholinergicModerate

    Drug Interactions with Strong Cytochrome P450 3A4 Inhibitors Caution should be exercised when considering the coadministration of Umeclidinium and Vilanterol ELLIPTA with ketoconazole and other known strong cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) inhibitors (including, but not limited to, ritonavir, clarithromycin, conivaptan, indinavir, itraconazole, lopinavir, nefazodone,… (Umeclidinium and vilanterol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ValbenazineVMAT2 inhibitorModerate

    In patients taking a strong CYP2D6 or CYP3A4 inhibitor, or who are CYP2D6 poor metabolizers, INGREZZA and INGREZZA SPRINKLE concentrations may be higher and QT prolongation clinically significant [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.2 )] . (Valbenazine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Valproic acidanticonvulsantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • VardenafilPDE5 inhibitorModerate

    Potential for Drug Interactions with Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitant administration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as ritonavir, indinavir, cobicistat, ketoconazole) or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as erythromycin) increases plasma concentrations of vardenafil. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)

  • VenlafaxineSNRIModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Verapamilcalcium channel blockerModerate

    The recommended dose of BELSOMRA is 5 mg in subjects receiving moderate CYP3A inhibitors (e.g., amprenavir, aprepitant, atazanavir, ciprofloxacin, diltiazem, erythromycin, fluconazole, fosamprenavir, grapefruit juice, imatinib, verapamil). (Suvorexant label, Drug interactions)

  • VigabatrinanticonvulsantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • VilazodoneSSRIModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Viloxazinenorepinephrine reuptake inhibitorModerate

    CYP3A4 Substrates Clinical Impact Viloxazine is a weak inhibitor of CYP3A4 which increases the exposure of CYP3A4 substrates when coadministered [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Viloxazine label, Drug interactions)

  • VinorelbineModerate

    Inhibitors of CYP3A4: May cause earlier onset and/or increased severity of adverse reactions ( 7.1 ) (Vinorelbine label, Drug interactions)

  • Voriconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    Eszopiclone (CYP3A4 Inhibition) Not Studied In Vivo or In Vitro , but Drug Plasma Exposure Likely to be Increased which may Increase the Sedative Effect of Eszopiclone Dose reduction of eszopiclone is recommended. (Voriconazole label, Drug interactions)

  • VortioxetineantidepressantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • WarfarinanticoagulantModerate

    Closely monitor INR if a concomitant drug is a CYP2C9, 1A2, and/or 3A4 inhibitor or inducer. (Warfarin label, Drug interactions)

  • Zafirlukastleukotriene receptor antagonistModerate

    As zafirlukast is known to be an inhibitor of CYP3A4 in vitro , it is reasonable to employ appropriate clinical monitoring when these drugs are coadministered with zafirlukast. (Zafirlukast label, Precautions)

  • ZiprasidoneantipsychoticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Risk of impaired alertness and motor coordination, including impaired driving; risk increases with dose; caution patients taking 20 mg against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness ( 5.1 ). (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ZonisamideanticonvulsantModerate

    Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

Minor mentions (14)

  • DapagliflozinSGLT2 inhibitorMinor

    Dapagliflozin or dapagliflozin 3-O-glucuronide did not meaningfully inhibit P-gp, OCT2, OAT1, or OAT3 active transporters. (Dapagliflozin label, Drug interactions)

  • DextroamphetamineCNS stimulantMinor

    Antihistamines Amphetamines may counteract the sedative effect of antihistamines. (Dextroamphetamine label, Drug interactions)

  • DisopyramideantiarrhythmicMinor

    Although potent inhibitors of cytochrome P450 3A4 (e.g., ketoconazole) have not been studied clinically, in vitro studies have shown that erythromycin and oleandomycin inhibit the metabolism of disopyramide. (Disopyramide label, Drug interactions)

  • In Drug-Induced CNS and Respiratory Depression Doxapram alone may not stimulate adequate spontaneous breathing or provide sufficient arousal in patients who are severely depressed either due to respiratory failure or to CNS depressant drugs, but may be used as an adjunct to established supportive measures and resuscitative techniques. (Doxapram label, Warnings)

  • Dutasteride5-alpha reductase inhibitorMinor

    The effect of potent CYP3A4 inhibitors on dutasteride has not been studied. (Dutasteride label, Drug interactions)

  • The “gasping syndrome” is characterized by central nervous system (CNS) depression, metabolic acidosis, and gasping respirations. (Epoetin alfa label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Effects of Other Drugs on HALAVEN No drug-drug interactions are expected with CYP3A4 inhibitors, CYP3A4 inducers or P-glycoprotein (P-gp) inhibitors. (Eribulin label, Drug interactions)

  • FamciclovirantiviralMinor

    An in vitro study using human liver microsomes suggests that famciclovir is not an inhibitor of CYP3A4 enzymes. (Famciclovir label, Drug interactions)

  • LenacapavirantiretroviralMinor

    Effect of SUNLENCA on Other Drugs Lenacapavir is a moderate inhibitor of CYP3A. (Lenacapavir label, Drug interactions)

  • Memantine and donepezilcholinesterase inhibitorMinor

    Effect of Other Drugs on the Metabolism of Donepezil Inhibitors of CYP3A4 (e.g., ketoconazole) and CYP2D6 (e.g., quinidine), inhibit donepezil metabolism in vitro . (Memantine and donepezil label, Drug interactions)

  • Prazosinalpha blockerMinor

    …to date with the following: (1) cardiac glycosides– digitalis and digoxin; (2) hypoglycemics–insulin, chlorpropamide, phenformin, tolazamide, and tolbutamide; (3) tranquilizers and sedatives–chlordiazepoxide, diazepam, and phenobarbital; (4) antigout–allopurinol, colchicine, and probenecid; (5) antiarrhythmics–procainamide, propranolol (see WARNINGS however),… (Prazosin label, Drug interactions)

  • RanolazineQT-prolonging drugMinor

    Effects of Other Drugs on Ranolazine Strong CYP3A Inhibitors Concomitant use of ASPRUZYO Sprinkle with strong CYP3A inhibitors, including ketoconazole, itraconazole, clarithromycin, nefazodone, nelfinavir, ritonavir, indinavir, and saquinavir is contraindicated [see Contraindications (4), Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. (Ranolazine label, Drug interactions)

  • RitlecitinibJAK inhibitorMinor

    Clinically Significant Interactions Affecting Other Drugs CYP3A Substrates Where Small Concentration Changes May Lead to Serious Adverse Reactions Clinical Impact Ritlecitinib is a CYP3A inhibitor. (Ritlecitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • ZileutonCYP1A2 inhibitorMinor

    However, no formal drug-drug interaction studies between zileuton and CYP3A4 inhibitors, such as ketaconazole, have been conducted. (Zileuton label, Drug interactions)

No significant interaction reported (2)

  • DesloratadineantihistamineNo interaction

    Inhibitors of Cytochrome P450 3A4 In controlled clinical studies co-administration of desloratadine with ketoconazole, erythromycin, or azithromycin resulted in increased plasma concentrations of desloratadine and 3 hydroxydesloratadine, but there were no clinically relevant changes in the safety profile of desloratadine. [See Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) .]… (Desloratadine label, Drug interactions)

  • Montelukastleukotriene receptor antagonistNo interaction

    …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 (12.3) ]. (Montelukast label, Drug interactions)

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