Tofacitinib interactions

Tofacitinib (Xeljanz), an immunosuppressant has 103 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 31 major, 62 moderate, 10 minor, and 0 where a label reports no significant interaction. Each entry below quotes the sentence behind it. This drug page is a starting point, not a verdict for your situation.

Major interactions (31)

  • AbataceptimmunosuppressantMajor

    Additionally, concomitant use of ORENCIA with other biologic RA/PsA therapy or JAK inhibitors is not recommended. (Abatacept label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AdalimumabimmunosuppressantMajor

    • Higher rate of all-cause mortality, including sudden cardiovascular (CV) death with XELJANZ vs. TNF blockers in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • AzathioprineimmunosuppressantMajor

    …of or reduced clinical response Intervention Concomitant use with XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is not recommended [see Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Immunosuppressive Drugs (e.g., azathioprine, tacrolimus, cyclosporine) Clinical Impact Risk of added immunosuppression; concomitant use of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR with biologic DMARDs or potent immunosuppressants has… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • BeclomethasonecorticosteroidMajor

    Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • BetamethasonecorticosteroidMajor

    Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • BudesonidecorticosteroidMajor

    Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • Budesonide and formoterolcorticosteroidMajor

    Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • CaptoprilACE inhibitorMajor

    About 13 percent of the cases of neutropenia have ended fatally, but almost all fatalities were in patients with serious illness, having collagen vascular disease, renal failure, heart failure or immunosuppressant therapy, or a combination of these complicating factors. (Captopril label, Warnings)

  • ClobetasolcorticosteroidMajor

    Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • CyclosporineimmunosuppressantMajor

    In kidney, liver, and heart transplant patients Neoral may be administered with other immunosuppressive agents. (Cyclosporine label, Boxed warning)

  • DesonidecorticosteroidMajor

    Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • DexamethasonecorticosteroidMajor

    Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • EtanerceptimmunosuppressantMajor

    • Higher rate of all-cause mortality, including sudden cardiovascular (CV) death with XELJANZ vs. TNF blockers in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • FludrocortisonecorticosteroidMajor

    Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • FluocinonidecorticosteroidMajor

    Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • FluticasonecorticosteroidMajor

    Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • Fluticasone and salmeterolcorticosteroidMajor

    Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • HalobetasolcorticosteroidMajor

    Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • HydrocortisonecorticosteroidMajor

    Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • InfliximabimmunosuppressantMajor

    • Higher rate of all-cause mortality, including sudden cardiovascular (CV) death with XELJANZ vs. TNF blockers in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • Itraconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    Immunosuppressants Everolimus Sirolimus Temsirolimus (IV) Not recommended during and 2 weeks after TOLSURA treatment. (Itraconazole label, Drug interactions)

  • MethotrexateimmunosuppressantMajor

    Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • MethylprednisolonecorticosteroidMajor

    Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • MometasonecorticosteroidMajor

    Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • Nirmatrelvir and ritonavirantiviralMajor

    …methylergonovine • HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors: lovastatin, simvastatin (these drugs can be temporarily discontinued to allow PAXLOVID use [see Table 2 , Drug Interactions (7.3) ] ) • Immunosuppressants: voclosporin • Microsomal triglyceride transfer protein inhibitor: lomitapide • Migraine medications: eletriptan, ubrogepant • Mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists:… (Nirmatrelvir and ritonavir label, Contraindications)

  • PrednisolonecorticosteroidMajor

    Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • PrednisonecorticosteroidMajor

    Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • TacrolimusimmunosuppressantMajor

    …clinical response Intervention Concomitant use with XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is not recommended [see Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Immunosuppressive Drugs (e.g., azathioprine, tacrolimus, cyclosporine) Clinical Impact Risk of added immunosuppression; concomitant use of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR with biologic DMARDs or potent immunosuppressants has not been studied… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • Tobacco and smokingTobacco and cannabisMajor

    Patients who are current or past smokers are at additional increased risk. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • TriamcinolonecorticosteroidMajor

    Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

  • UpadacitinibimmunosuppressantMajor

    MALIGNANCIES Malignancies, including lymphomas and solid tumors, have occurred in patients treated with XELJANZ and other Janus kinase inhibitors used to treat inflammatory conditions. (Tofacitinib label, Boxed warning)

Moderate interactions (62)

  • AmiodaroneantiarrhythmicModerate

    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)

  • Amlodipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    Immunosuppressants Amlodipine may increase the systemic exposure of cyclosporine or tacrolimus when co-administered. (Amlodipine label, Drug interactions)

  • AprepitantCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    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)

  • ArmodafinilCNS stimulantModerate

    …exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Strong CYP3A4 Inducers (e.g., rifampin) Clinical Impact Decreased exposure to tofacitinib and may result in loss of or reduced clinical response Intervention Concomitant use with XELJANZ/XELJANZ… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • AspirinNSAIDModerate

    Promptly evaluate patients treated with XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR who may be at increased risk for gastrointestinal perforation (e.g., patients with a history of diverticulitis or taking NSAIDs) and who present with new onset abdominal symptoms for early identification of gastrointestinal perforation [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . (Tofacitinib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Aspirin and dipyridamoleantiplatelet agentModerate

    Promptly evaluate patients treated with XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR who may be at increased risk for gastrointestinal perforation (e.g., patients with a history of diverticulitis or taking NSAIDs) and who present with new onset abdominal symptoms for early identification of gastrointestinal perforation [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . (Tofacitinib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • BosentanCYP3A4 inducerModerate

    …exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Strong CYP3A4 Inducers (e.g., rifampin) Clinical Impact Decreased exposure to tofacitinib and may result in loss of or reduced clinical response Intervention Concomitant use with XELJANZ/XELJANZ… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • Cannabidiol (prescription)anticonvulsantModerate

    …modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitantly Used with Strong CYP2C19 Inhibitors (e.g., fluconazole) Clinical Impact Increased exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • CarbamazepineanticonvulsantModerate

    …exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Strong CYP3A4 Inducers (e.g., rifampin) Clinical Impact Decreased exposure to tofacitinib and may result in loss of or reduced clinical response Intervention Concomitant use with XELJANZ/XELJANZ… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • CelecoxibNSAIDModerate

    Promptly evaluate patients treated with XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR who may be at increased risk for gastrointestinal perforation (e.g., patients with a history of diverticulitis or taking NSAIDs) and who present with new onset abdominal symptoms for early identification of gastrointestinal perforation [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . (Tofacitinib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CenobamateanticonvulsantModerate

    …modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitantly Used with Strong CYP2C19 Inhibitors (e.g., fluconazole) Clinical Impact Increased exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • CimetidineH2 blockerModerate

    …modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitantly Used with Strong CYP2C19 Inhibitors (e.g., fluconazole) Clinical Impact Increased exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • Clarithromycinmacrolide antibioticModerate

    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)

  • ClobazambenzodiazepineModerate

    …exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Strong CYP3A4 Inducers (e.g., rifampin) Clinical Impact Decreased exposure to tofacitinib and may result in loss of or reduced clinical response Intervention Concomitant use with XELJANZ/XELJANZ… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • Deferasiroxiron supplementModerate

    …exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Strong CYP3A4 Inducers (e.g., rifampin) Clinical Impact Decreased exposure to tofacitinib and may result in loss of or reduced clinical response Intervention Concomitant use with XELJANZ/XELJANZ… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • DenosumabModerate

    Other risk factors for the development of ONJ include immunosuppressive therapy, treatment with angiogenesis inhibitors, systemic corticosteroids, diabetes, and gingival infections. (Denosumab label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DiclofenacNSAIDModerate

    Promptly evaluate patients treated with XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR who may be at increased risk for gastrointestinal perforation (e.g., patients with a history of diverticulitis or taking NSAIDs) and who present with new onset abdominal symptoms for early identification of gastrointestinal perforation [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . (Tofacitinib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Diltiazemcalcium channel blockerModerate

    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)

  • DronedaroneantiarrhythmicModerate

    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)

  • Erythromycinmacrolide antibioticModerate

    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)

  • EslicarbazepineanticonvulsantModerate

    …exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Strong CYP3A4 Inducers (e.g., rifampin) Clinical Impact Decreased exposure to tofacitinib and may result in loss of or reduced clinical response Intervention Concomitant use with XELJANZ/XELJANZ… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • Esomeprazoleproton pump inhibitorModerate

    …modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitantly Used with Strong CYP2C19 Inhibitors (e.g., fluconazole) Clinical Impact Increased exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • EtodolacNSAIDModerate

    Promptly evaluate patients treated with XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR who may be at increased risk for gastrointestinal perforation (e.g., patients with a history of diverticulitis or taking NSAIDs) and who present with new onset abdominal symptoms for early identification of gastrointestinal perforation [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . (Tofacitinib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EverolimusimmunosuppressantModerate

    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)

  • FenofibratefibrateModerate

    Immunosuppressants Clinical Impact: Immunosuppressants such as cyclosporine and tacrolimus can produce nephrotoxicity with decreases in creatinine clearance and rises in serum creatinine, and because renal excretion is the primary elimination route of fibrate drugs including fenofibrate, there is a risk that an interaction will lead to deterioration of renal… (Fenofibrate label, Drug interactions)

  • Fluconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    …modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitantly Used with Strong CYP2C19 Inhibitors (e.g., fluconazole) Clinical Impact Increased exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • FluvoxamineSSRIModerate

    …modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitantly Used with Strong CYP2C19 Inhibitors (e.g., fluconazole) Clinical Impact Increased exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • GriseofulvinantifungalModerate

    …exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Strong CYP3A4 Inducers (e.g., rifampin) Clinical Impact Decreased exposure to tofacitinib and may result in loss of or reduced clinical response Intervention Concomitant use with XELJANZ/XELJANZ… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • IbuprofenNSAIDModerate

    Promptly evaluate patients treated with XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR who may be at increased risk for gastrointestinal perforation (e.g., patients with a history of diverticulitis or taking NSAIDs) and who present with new onset abdominal symptoms for early identification of gastrointestinal perforation [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . (Tofacitinib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ImatinibCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    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)

  • IndomethacinNSAIDModerate

    Promptly evaluate patients treated with XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR who may be at increased risk for gastrointestinal perforation (e.g., patients with a history of diverticulitis or taking NSAIDs) and who present with new onset abdominal symptoms for early identification of gastrointestinal perforation [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . (Tofacitinib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • IsoniazidantibioticModerate

    …modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitantly Used with Strong CYP2C19 Inhibitors (e.g., fluconazole) Clinical Impact Increased exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • IvacaftorCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    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)

  • Ketoconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    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)

  • KetorolacNSAIDModerate

    Promptly evaluate patients treated with XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR who may be at increased risk for gastrointestinal perforation (e.g., patients with a history of diverticulitis or taking NSAIDs) and who present with new onset abdominal symptoms for early identification of gastrointestinal perforation [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . (Tofacitinib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LeflunomideimmunosuppressantModerate

    If used with concomitant methotrexate and/or other potential immunosuppressive agents, chronic monitoring should be monthly. (Leflunomide label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MeloxicamNSAIDModerate

    Promptly evaluate patients treated with XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR who may be at increased risk for gastrointestinal perforation (e.g., patients with a history of diverticulitis or taking NSAIDs) and who present with new onset abdominal symptoms for early identification of gastrointestinal perforation [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . (Tofacitinib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Mirabegronbeta-adrenergic agonistModerate

    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)

  • ModafinilCNS stimulantModerate

    …exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Strong CYP3A4 Inducers (e.g., rifampin) Clinical Impact Decreased exposure to tofacitinib and may result in loss of or reduced clinical response Intervention Concomitant use with XELJANZ/XELJANZ… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • MycophenolateimmunosuppressantModerate

    Lymphoma and Other Malignancies Patients receiving immunosuppressants, including MYHIBBIN, are at increased risk of developing lymphomas and other malignancies, particularly of the skin [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )]. (Mycophenolate label, Warnings and precautions)

  • NabumetoneNSAIDModerate

    Promptly evaluate patients treated with XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR who may be at increased risk for gastrointestinal perforation (e.g., patients with a history of diverticulitis or taking NSAIDs) and who present with new onset abdominal symptoms for early identification of gastrointestinal perforation [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . (Tofacitinib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • NaproxenNSAIDModerate

    Promptly evaluate patients treated with XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR who may be at increased risk for gastrointestinal perforation (e.g., patients with a history of diverticulitis or taking NSAIDs) and who present with new onset abdominal symptoms for early identification of gastrointestinal perforation [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . (Tofacitinib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Omeprazoleproton pump inhibitorModerate

    …modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitantly Used with Strong CYP2C19 Inhibitors (e.g., fluconazole) Clinical Impact Increased exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • OxcarbazepineanticonvulsantModerate

    …exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Strong CYP3A4 Inducers (e.g., rifampin) Clinical Impact Decreased exposure to tofacitinib and may result in loss of or reduced clinical response Intervention Concomitant use with XELJANZ/XELJANZ… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • PalbociclibCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    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)

  • PerampanelanticonvulsantModerate

    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)

  • PhenobarbitalbarbiturateModerate

    …exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Strong CYP3A4 Inducers (e.g., rifampin) Clinical Impact Decreased exposure to tofacitinib and may result in loss of or reduced clinical response Intervention Concomitant use with XELJANZ/XELJANZ… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • Phentermine and topiramateCNS stimulantModerate

    …modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitantly Used with Strong CYP2C19 Inhibitors (e.g., fluconazole) Clinical Impact Increased exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • PhenytoinanticonvulsantModerate

    …exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Strong CYP3A4 Inducers (e.g., rifampin) Clinical Impact Decreased exposure to tofacitinib and may result in loss of or reduced clinical response Intervention Concomitant use with XELJANZ/XELJANZ… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • Posaconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    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)

  • PrimidoneanticonvulsantModerate

    …exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Strong CYP3A4 Inducers (e.g., rifampin) Clinical Impact Decreased exposure to tofacitinib and may result in loss of or reduced clinical response Intervention Concomitant use with XELJANZ/XELJANZ… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • RanolazineQT-prolonging drugModerate

    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)

  • RifampinantibioticModerate

    …exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Strong CYP3A4 Inducers (e.g., rifampin) Clinical Impact Decreased exposure to tofacitinib and may result in loss of or reduced clinical response Intervention Concomitant use with XELJANZ/XELJANZ… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • RitonavirantiretroviralModerate

    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)

  • Sofosbuvir and velpatasvirantiviralModerate

    HBV reactivation has also been reported in patients receiving certain immunosuppressant or chemotherapeutic agents; the risk of HBV reactivation associated with treatment with HCV direct-acting antivirals may be increased in these patients. (Sofosbuvir and velpatasvir label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Sumatriptan and naproxentriptanModerate

    Promptly evaluate patients treated with XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR who may be at increased risk for gastrointestinal perforation (e.g., patients with a history of diverticulitis or taking NSAIDs) and who present with new onset abdominal symptoms for early identification of gastrointestinal perforation [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . (Tofacitinib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Suvorexantsedative-hypnoticModerate

    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)

  • Ticagrelorantiplatelet agentModerate

    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)

  • TinidazoleantibioticModerate

    Cyclosporine, tacrolimus: Monitor for toxicities of these immunosuppressive drugs ( 7.1 ) (Tinidazole label, Drug interactions)

  • TopiramateanticonvulsantModerate

    …modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitantly Used with Strong CYP2C19 Inhibitors (e.g., fluconazole) Clinical Impact Increased exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • Verapamilcalcium channel blockerModerate

    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)

  • Voriconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    …modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2) , Clinical Pharmacology, Figure 3 (12.3) ] Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitantly Used with Strong CYP2C19 Inhibitors (e.g., fluconazole) Clinical Impact Increased exposure to tofacitinib Intervention Dosage modification of XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR is recommended [see Dosage and Administration… (Tofacitinib label, Drug interactions)

Minor mentions (10)

  • AtorvastatinstatinMinor

    IMNM is characterized by proximal muscle weakness and elevated serum creatine kinase that persists despite discontinuation of statin treatment; positive anti-HMG CoA reductase antibody; muscle biopsy showing necrotizing myopathy; and improvement with immunosuppressive agents. (Atorvastatin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Ezetimibe and simvastatinstatinMinor

    IMNM is characterized by proximal muscle weakness and elevated serum creatine kinase that persist despite discontinuation of statin treatment; positive anti-HMG CoA reductase antibody; muscle biopsy showing necrotizing myopathy without significant inflammation; and improvement with immunosuppressive agents. (Ezetimibe and simvastatin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FluvastatinstatinMinor

    IMNM is characterized by proximal muscle weakness and elevated serum CK, which persist despite discontinuation of statin treatment; positive anti-HMG CoA reductase antibody, muscle biopsy showing necrotizing myopathy, and improvement with immunosuppressive agents. (Fluvastatin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LovastatinstatinMinor

    IMNM is characterized by: proximal muscle weakness and elevated serum creatine kinase, which persist despite discontinuation of statin treatment; positive anti-HMG CoA reductase antibody; muscle biopsy showing necrotizing myopathy; and improvement with immunosuppressive agents. (Lovastatin label, Warnings)

  • Methimazoleantithyroid drugMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Methimazole label, Warnings)

  • PitavastatinstatinMinor

    IMNM is characterized by proximal muscle weakness and elevated serum creatine kinase that persist despite discontinuation of statin treatment; positive anti-HMG CoA reductase antibody; muscle biopsy showing necrotizing myopathy; and improvement with immunosuppressive agents. (Pitavastatin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PravastatinstatinMinor

    IMNM is characterized by proximal muscle weakness and elevated serum creatine kinase that persist despite discontinuation of statin treatment; positive anti-HMG CoA reductase antibody; muscle biopsy showing necrotizing myopathy; and improvement with immunosuppressive agents. (Pravastatin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Propylthiouracilantithyroid drugMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • RosuvastatinstatinMinor

    IMNM is characterized by proximal muscle weakness and elevated serum creatine kinase that persist despite discontinuation of statin treatment; positive anti-HMG CoA reductase antibody; muscle biopsy showing necrotizing myopathy; and improvement with immunosuppressive agents. (Rosuvastatin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • SimvastatinstatinMinor

    IMNM is characterized by proximal muscle weakness and elevated serum creatine kinase that persist despite discontinuation of statin treatment; positive anti-HMG CoA reductase antibody; muscle biopsy showing necrotizing myopathy without significant inflammation; and improvement with immunosuppressive agents. (Simvastatin label, Warnings and precautions)

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