Flibanserin and Perampanel interaction
Flibanserin and Perampanel: 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 Flibanserin (ADDYI) label · effective 2025-12-22
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) ] .
Therefore, the use of moderate or strong CYP3A4 inhibitors is contraindicated in patients taking ADDYI [see Contraindications (4) ] .
• Severe hypotension and syncope can occur when ADDYI is used with moderate or strong CYP3A4 inhibitors or in patients with hepatic impairment; therefore, ADDYI use in these settings is contraindicated.
ADDYI is contraindicated in patients: • Using concomitant moderate or strong CYP3A4 inhibitors [see Boxed Warning and Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] .
The concomitant use of ADDYI with a moderate or strong CYP3A4 inhibitor is contraindicated.
From the Perampanel (Fycompa) label · effective 2024-01-05
Patients should be carefully observed for signs of central nervous system (CNS) depression, such as somnolence and sedation, when FYCOMPA is used with other drugs with sedative properties because of potential additive effects.
Alcohol and Other CNS Depressants The concomitant use of FYCOMPA and CNS depressants including alcohol may increase CNS depression.
These effects may also be seen when FYCOMPA is used in combination with other CNS depressants.
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