Bictegravir, emtricitabine, and tenofovir alafenamide and Hydrocortisone interaction
Bictegravir, emtricitabine, and tenofovir alafenamide and Hydrocortisone: both prescribing labels describe an interaction that usually calls for monitoring, a dose change, or spacing the doses.
Usually manageable with monitoring or a dose change. Tell your pharmacist you take both.
What the FDA labels say
From the Bictegravir, emtricitabine, and tenofovir alafenamide (BIXLENVO) label · effective 2026-08-27
Corticosteroids (systemic): cortisone/hydrocortisone dexamethasone ↑ corticosteroids (systemic) ↓ lenacapavir (dexamethasone) Concomitant administration with systemic corticosteroids whose exposures are significantly increased by CYP3A inhibitors can increase the risk for Cushing's syndrome and adrenal suppression.
Alternative corticosteroids to dexamethasone should be considered, particularly for long-term use.
From the Hydrocortisone (Alkindi Sprinkle) label · effective 2026-04-21
Examples: Anti-fungals: itraconazole, posaconazole, voriconazole Antibiotics: erythromycin and clarithromycin Antiretrovirals: ritonavir Grapefruit juice CYP3A4 Inducers Clinical Impact: Hydrocortisone is metabolized by cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4).
Examples: Anticonvulsants: phenytoin, carbamazepine and oxcarbazepine Antibiotics: rifampicin and rifabutin Barbiturates: phenobarbital and primidone Antiretrovirals: efavirenz and nevirapine Estrogen and Estrogen Containing Products Clinical Impact: Oral estrogen and estrogen-containing oral contraceptives may interact with hydrocortisone by increasing serum…
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