Brexpiprazole and Rifampin interaction
Brexpiprazole and Rifampin: both prescribing labels flag this combination with the strongest language, such as a contraindication, a boxed warning, or an instruction to avoid it.
Do not combine without a prescriber's guidance. The label language below is the strongest FDA uses.
What the FDA labels say
From the Rifampin (Rifadin IV) label · effective 2026-05-27
…Concomitant use of clopidogrel and rifampin should be discouraged Increase active metabolite exposure and risk of bleeding Ticagrelor Prevention or Management: Avoid use Decrease exposure Antipsychotics Haloperidol Decrease plasma concentrations by 70% Lurasidone Prevention or Management : Concomitant use is contraindicated (See CONTRAINDICATIONS ) Decrease exposure…
From the Brexpiprazole (Rexulti) label · effective 2026-04-23
Strong CYP3A4 inducers Double the recommended dosage and further adjust based on clinical response.
Strong CYP3A4 Inducers Clinical Impact: Concomitant use of REXULTI and a strong CYP3A4 inducer decreased the exposure of brexpiprazole compared to the use of REXULTI alone [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ].
Intervention: With concomitant use of REXULTI with a strong CYP3A4 inducer, increase the REXULTI dosage [see Dosage and Administration (2.7) ].
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