Prednisone and Rilpivirine interaction
Prednisone and Rilpivirine: the Rilpivirine prescribing label flags 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 Rilpivirine (EDURANT) label · effective 2025-08-28
Antimycobacterials Rifampin Rifapentine Glucocorticoid (systemic) Dexamethasone (more than a single-dose treatment) Herbal Products St.
Glucocorticoid (systemic): dexamethasone (more than a single-dose treatment) ↓ rilpivirine Coadministration is contraindicated with EDURANT or EDURANT PED [see Contraindications (4) ] .
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