Efavirenz, lamivudine, and tenofovir and Lacosamide interaction
Efavirenz, lamivudine, and tenofovir and Lacosamide: 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 Lacosamide (Vimpat) label · effective 2026-05-12
Strong CYP3A4 or CYP2C9 Inhibitors Patients with renal or hepatic impairment who are taking strong inhibitors of CYP3A4 and CYP2C9 may have a significant increase in exposure to VIMPAT.
From the Efavirenz, lamivudine, and tenofovir (SYMFI) label · effective 2019-10-15
Patients who are receiving concomitant anticonvulsant medications primarily metabolized by the liver, such as phenytoin and phenobarbital, may require periodic monitoring of plasma levels [see Drug Interactions (7.5) ] .
Phenytoin Phenobarbital ↓ anticonvulsant ↓ EFV Monitor anticonvulsant plasma levels periodically because of potential for reduction in anticonvulsant and/or EFV plasma levels.
Anticonvulsants: Carbamazepine ↓ carbamazepine The interaction between EFV and the drug was evaluated in a clinical study.
Alternative anticonvulsant treatment should be used.
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Open in the checkerNot medical advice. Interaction Checker quotes FDA label text and NIH fact sheets. Whether an interaction matters for you depends on doses, timing, kidney and liver function, and other conditions. Confirm with a pharmacist or prescriber.