Rifapentine and Triazolam interaction
Rifapentine and Triazolam: 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 Triazolam label · effective 2026-07-10
Strong Inducers of CYP 3A Clinical implication Coadministration of triazolam with strong inducers of CYP3A4 can significantly decrease the plasma concentration of triazolam and may decrease effectiveness of triazolam.
Prevention or management Caution is recommended during coadministration of triazolam with strong inducers of CYP3A4.
From the Rifapentine (Priftin) label · effective 2026-02-06
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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.