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Reyataz (Atazanavir Sulfate) - Drug Interactions, Contraindications, Overdosage, etc

 
 



DRUG INTERACTIONS

See also Contraindications (4) and Clinical Pharmacology .

Potential for REYATAZ to Affect Other Drugs

Atazanavir is an inhibitor of CYP3A and UGT1A1. Coadministration of REYATAZ and drugs primarily metabolized by CYP3A or UGT1A1 may result in increased plasma concentrations of the other drug that could increase or prolong its therapeutic and adverse effects.

Atazanavir is a weak inhibitor of CYP2C8. Caution should be used when REYATAZ without ritonavir is coadministered with drugs highly dependent on CYP2C8 with narrow therapeutic indices (eg, paclitaxel, repaglinide). When REYATAZ with ritonavir is coadministered with substrates of CYP2C8, clinically significant interactions are not expected. [See Clinical Pharmacology, Table 14 .]

The magnitude of CYP3A-mediated drug interactions on coadministered drug may change when REYATAZ is coadministered with ritonavir. See the complete prescribing information for NORVIR® (ritonavir) for information on drug interactions with ritonavir.

Potential for Other Drugs to Affect Atazanavir

Atazanavir is a CYP3A4 substrate; therefore, drugs that induce CYP3A4 may decrease atazanavir plasma concentrations and reduce REYATAZ’s therapeutic effect.

Atazanavir solubility decreases as pH increases. Reduced plasma concentrations of atazanavir are expected if proton-pump inhibitors, antacids, buffered medications, or H2-receptor antagonists are administered with atazanavir.

Established and Other Potentially Significant Drug Interactions

Table 13 provides dosing recommendations as a result of drug interactions with REYATAZ. These recommendations are based on either drug interaction studies or predicted interactions due to the expected magnitude of interaction and potential for serious events or loss of efficacy.

Table 13: Established and Other Potentially Significant Drug Interactions: Alteration in Dose or Regimen May Be Recommended Based on Drug Interaction Studiesa or Predicted Interactions (Information in the table applies to REYATAZ with or without ritonavir, unless otherwise indicated)
Concomitant Drug Class:
Specific Drugs
Effect on Concentration of Atazanavir or Concomitant Drug Clinical Comment
a For magnitude of interactions see Clinical Pharmacology, Tables 17 and 18 .
b See Contraindications (4) , Table 3 for orally administered midazolam.
c In combination with atazanavir 300 mg and ritonavir 100 mg once daily.
d In combination with atazanavir 400 mg once daily.

HIV Antiviral Agents

Nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors (NRTIs):
didanosine buffered formulations
enteric-coated (EC) capsules

↓ atazanavir
↓ didanosine

Coadministration of REYATAZ with didanosine buffered tablets resulted in a marked decrease in atazanavir exposure. It is recommended that REYATAZ be given (with food) 2 h before or 1 h after didanosine buffered formulations. Simultaneous administration of didanosine EC and REYATAZ with food results in a decrease in didanosine exposure. Thus, REYATAZ and didanosine EC should be administered at different times.

Nucleotide Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors: tenofovir disoproxil fumarate

↓ atazanavir
↑ tenofovir

Tenofovir may decrease the AUC and Cmin of atazanavir. When coadministered with tenofovir, it is recommended that REYATAZ 300 mg be given with ritonavir 100 mg and tenofovir 300 mg (all as a single daily dose with food). REYATAZ without ritonavir should not be coadministered with tenofovir. REYATAZ increases tenofovir concentrations. The mechanism of this interaction is unknown. Higher tenofovir concentrations could potentiate tenofovir-associated adverse events, including renal disorders. Patients receiving REYATAZ and tenofovir should be monitored for tenofovir-associated adverse events. For pregnant women taking REYATAZ with ritonavir and tenofovir, see Dosage and Administration .

Non-nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors (NNRTIs): efavirenz

↓ atazanavir

Efavirenz decreases atazanavir exposure.

In treatment-naive patients:

If REYATAZ is combined with efavirenz, REYATAZ 400 mg (two 200-mg capsules) with ritonavir 100 mg should be administered once daily all as a single dose with food, and efavirenz 600 mg should be administered once daily on an empty stomach, preferably at bedtime.

In treatment-experienced patients:

Do not coadminister REYATAZ with efavirenz in treatment-experienced patients due to decreased atazanavir exposure.

nevirapine

↓ atazanavir
↑ nevirapine

Do not coadminister REYATAZ with nevirapine because:

  • •Nevirapine substantially decreases atazanavir exposure.
  • •Potential risk for nevirapine associated toxicity due to increased nevirapine exposures.

Protease Inhibitors:
saquinavir (soft gelatin capsules)

↑ saquinavir

Appropriate dosing recommendations for this combination, with or without ritonavir, with respect to efficacy and safety have not been established. In a clinical study, saquinavir 1200 mg coadministered with REYATAZ 400 mg and tenofovir 300 mg (all given once daily) plus nucleoside analogue reverse transcriptase inhibitors did not provide adequate efficacy [see Clinical Studies ].

ritonavir

↑ atazanavir

If REYATAZ is coadministered with ritonavir, it is recommended that REYATAZ 300 mg once daily be given with ritonavir 100 mg once daily with food. See the complete prescribing information for NORVIR® (ritonavir) for information on drug interactions with ritonavir.

others

↑ other protease inhibitor

REYATAZ/ritonavir: Although not studied, the coadministration of REYATAZ/ritonavir and other protease inhibitors would be expected to increase exposure to the other protease inhibitor. Such coadministration is not recommended.

HCV Antiviral Agents

Protease Inhibitors:
boceprevir

↓ atazanavir
↓ ritonavir

Concomitant administration of boceprevir and atazanavir/ritonavir resulted in reduced steady-state exposures to atazanavir and ritonavir. Coadministration of REYATAZ/ritonavir and boceprevir is not recommended.

telaprevir

↓ telaprevir
↑ atazanavir

Concomitant administration of telaprevir and atazanavir/ritonavir resulted in reduced steady-state telaprevir exposure, while steady-state atazanavir exposure was increased.

Other Agents

Antacids and buffered medications

↓ atazanavir

Reduced plasma concentrations of atazanavir are expected if antacids, including buffered medications, are administered with REYATAZ. REYATAZ should be administered 2 hours before or 1 hour after these medications.

Antiarrhythmics: amiodarone, bepridil, lidocaine (systemic), quinidine

↑ amiodarone, bepridil, lidocaine (systemic), quinidine

Coadministration with REYATAZ has the potential to produce serious and/or life-threatening adverse events and has not been studied. Caution is warranted and therapeutic concentration monitoring of these drugs is recommended if they are used concomitantly with REYATAZ (atazanavir sulfate).

Anticoagulants: warfarin

↑ warfarin

Coadministration with REYATAZ has the potential to produce serious and/or life-threatening bleeding and has not been studied. It is recommended that INR (International Normalized Ratio) be monitored.

Antidepressants: tricyclic antidepressants

↑ tricyclic antidepressants

Coadministration with REYATAZ has the potential to produce serious and/or life-threatening adverse events and has not been studied. Concentration monitoring of these drugs is recommended if they are used concomitantly with REYATAZ.

trazodone

↑ trazodone

Concomitant use of trazodone and REYATAZ with or without ritonavir may increase plasma concentrations of trazodone. Adverse events of nausea, dizziness, hypotension, and syncope have been observed following coadministration of trazodone and ritonavir. If trazodone is used with a CYP3A4 inhibitor such as REYATAZ, the combination should be used with caution and a lower dose of trazodone should be considered.

Antiepileptics:
carbamazepine

↓ atazanavir
↑ carbamazepine

Plasma concentrations of atazanavir may be decreased when carbamazepine is administered with REYATAZ without ritonavir. Coadministration of carbamazepine and REYATAZ without ritonavir is not recommended. Ritonavir may increase plasma levels of carbamazepine. If patients beginning treatment with REYATAZ/ritonavir have been titrated to a stable dose of carbamazepine, a dose reduction for carbamazepine may be necessary.

phenytoin, phenobarbital

↓ atazanavir
↓ phenytoin
↓ phenobarbital

Plasma concentrations of atazanavir may be decreased when phenytoin or phenobarbital is administered with REYATAZ without ritonavir. Coadministration of phenytoin or phenobarbital and REYATAZ without ritonavir is not recommended. Ritonavir may decrease plasma levels of phenytoin and phenobarbital. When REYATAZ with ritonavir is coadministered with either phenytoin or phenobarbital, a dose adjustment of phenytoin or phenobarbital may be required.

lamotrigine

↓ lamotrigine

Coadministration of lamotrigine and REYATAZ with ritonavir may decrease lamotrigine plasma concentrations. Dose adjustment of lamotrigine may be required when coadministered with REYATAZ and ritonavir. Coadministration of lamotrigine and REYATAZ without ritonavir is not expected to decrease lamotrigine plasma concentrations. No dose adjustment of lamotrigine is required when coadministered with REYATAZ without ritonavir.

Antifungals:
ketoconazole, itraconazole

REYATAZ/ritonavir:
↑ ketoconazole
↑ itraconazole

Coadministration of ketoconazole has only been studied with REYATAZ without ritonavir (negligible increase in atazanavir AUC and Cmax). Due to the effect of ritonavir on ketoconazole, high doses of ketoconazole and itraconazole (>200 mg/day) should be used cautiously with REYATAZ/ritonavir.

voriconazole

REYATAZ/ritonavir in subjects with a functional CYP2C19 allele:
↓ voriconazole
↓ atazanavir


REYATAZ/ritonavir in subjects without a functional CYP2C19 allele:

↑ voriconazole
↓ atazanavir

Voriconazole should not be administered to patients receiving REYATAZ/ritonavir, unless an assessment of the benefit/risk to the patient justifies the use of voriconazole. Patients should be carefully monitored for voriconazole-associated adverse events and loss of either voriconazole or atazanavir efficacy during the coadministration of voriconazole and REYATAZ/ritonavir. Coadministration of voriconazole with REYATAZ (without ritonavir) may affect atazanavir concentrations; however, no data are available.

Antigout: colchicine

↑ colchicine

REYATAZ should not be coadministered with colchicine to patients with renal or hepatic impairment.

Recommended dosage of colchicine when administered with REYATAZ:

Treatment of gout flares:

     0.6 mg (1 tablet) for 1 dose, followed by 0.3 mg (half tablet) 1 hour later. Not to be repeated before 3 days.

Prophylaxis of gout flares:

     If the original regimen was 0.6 mg twice a day, the regimen should be adjusted to 0.3 mg once a day.

     If the original regimen was 0.6 mg once a day, the regimen should be adjusted to 0.3 mg once every other day.

Treatment of familial Mediterranean fever (FMF):

     Maximum daily dose of 0.6 mg (may be given as 0.3 mg twice a day).

Antimycobacterials: rifabutin

↑ rifabutin

A rifabutin dose reduction of up to 75% (eg, 150 mg every other day or 3 times per week) is recommended. Increased monitoring for rifabutin-associated adverse reactions including neutropenia is warranted.

Benzodiazepines: parenterally administered midazolamb

↑ midazolam

Concomitant use of parenteral midazolam with REYATAZ may increase plasma concentrations of midazolam. Coadministration should be done in a setting which ensures close clinical monitoring and appropriate medical management in case of respiratory depression and/or prolonged sedation. Dosage reduction for midazolam should be considered, especially if more than a single dose of midazolam is administered. Coadministration of oral midazolam with REYATAZ is CONTRAINDICATED.

Calcium channel blockers: diltiazem

↑ diltiazem and desacetyl-diltiazem

Caution is warranted. A dose reduction of diltiazem by 50% should be considered. ECG monitoring is recommended. Coadministration of REYATAZ/ritonavir with diltiazem has not been studied.

felodipine, nifedipine, nicardipine, and verapamil

↑ calcium channel blocker

Caution is warranted. Dose titration of the calcium channel blocker should be considered. ECG monitoring is recommended.

Endothelin receptor antagonists: bosentan

↓ atazanavir
↑ bosentan

Plasma concentrations of atazanavir may be decreased when bosentan is administered with REYATAZ without ritonavir. Coadministration of bosentan and REYATAZ without ritonavir is not recommended.

Coadministration of bosentan in patients on REYATAZ/ritonavir:

     For patients who have been receiving REYATAZ/ritonavir for at least 10 days, start bosentan at 62.5 mg once daily or every other day based on individual tolerability.

Coadministration of REYATAZ/ritonavir in patients on bosentan:

     Discontinue bosentan at least 36 hours before starting REYATAZ/ritonavir. At least 10 days after starting REYATAZ/ritonavir, resume bosentan at 62.5 mg once daily or every other day based on individual tolerability.

HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors: atorvastatin, rosuvastatin

↑ atorvastatin
↑ rosuvastatin

Titrate atorvastatin dose carefully and use the lowest necessary dose. Rosuvastatin dose should not exceed 10 mg/day. The risk of myopathy, including rhabdomyolysis, may be increased when HIV protease inhibitors, including REYATAZ, are used in combination with these drugs.

H2-Receptor antagonists

↓ atazanavir

Plasma concentrations of atazanavir were substantially decreased when REYATAZ 400 mg once daily was administered simultaneously with famotidine 40 mg twice daily, which may result in loss of therapeutic effect and development of resistance.

In treatment-naive patients:

REYATAZ 300 mg with ritonavir 100 mg once daily with food should be administered simultaneously with, and/or at least 10 hours after, a dose of the H2-receptor antagonist. An H2-receptor antagonist dose comparable to famotidine 20 mg once daily up to a dose comparable to famotidine 40 mg twice daily can be used with REYATAZ 300 mg with ritonavir 100 mg in treatment-naive patients.
                        OR
For patients unable to tolerate ritonavir, REYATAZ 400 mg once daily with food should be administered at least 2 hours before and at least 10 hours after a dose of the H2-receptor antagonist. No single dose of the H2-receptor antagonist should exceed a dose comparable to famotidine 20 mg, and the total daily dose should not exceed a dose comparable to famotidine 40 mg. However, REYATAZ should not be used without ritonavir in pregnant women.

In treatment-experienced patients:

Whenever an H2-receptor antagonist is given to a patient receiving REYATAZ with ritonavir, the H2-receptor antagonist dose should not exceed a dose comparable to famotidine 20 mg twice daily, and the REYATAZ and ritonavir doses should be administered simultaneously with, and/or at least 10 hours after, the dose of the H2-receptor antagonist.

  • •REYATAZ 300 mg with ritonavir 100 mg once daily (all as a single dose with food) if taken with an H2-receptor antagonist. For pregnant women taking REYATAZ with ritonavir and an H2-receptor antagonist, see Dosage and Administration .
  • •REYATAZ 400 mg with ritonavir 100 mg once daily (all as a single dose with food) if taken with both tenofovir and an H2-receptor antagonist. For pregnant women taking REYATAZ with ritonavir and both tenofovir and an H2-receptor antagonist, see Dosage and Administration .

Hormonal contraceptives: ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate or norethindrone

↓ ethinyl estradiol
↑ norgestimatec





↑ ethinyl estradiol
↑ norethindroned

Use with caution if coadministration of REYATAZ or REYATAZ/ritonavir with oral contraceptives is considered. If an oral contraceptive is administered with REYATAZ plus ritonavir, it is recommended that the oral contraceptive contain at least 35 mcg of ethinyl estradiol. If REYATAZ is administered without ritonavir, the oral contraceptive should contain no more than 30 mcg of ethinyl estradiol.

Potential safety risks include substantial increases in progesterone exposure. The long-term effects of increases in concentration of the progestational agent are unknown and could increase the risk of insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, and acne.

Coadministration of REYATAZ or REYATAZ/ritonavir with other hormonal contraceptives (eg, contraceptive patch, contraceptive vaginal ring, or injectable contraceptives) or oral contraceptives containing progestogens other than norethindrone or norgestimate, or less than 25 mcg of ethinyl estradiol, has not been studied; therefore, alternative methods of contraception are recommended.

Immunosuppressants: cyclosporin, sirolimus, tacrolimus

↑ immunosuppressants

Therapeutic concentration monitoring is recommended for immunosuppressant agents when coadministered with REYATAZ (atazanavir sulfate).

Inhaled beta agonist: salmeterol

↑ salmeterol

Coadministration of salmeterol with REYATAZ is not recommended. Concomitant use of salmeterol and REYATAZ may result in increased risk of cardiovascular adverse events associated with salmeterol, including QT prolongation, palpitations, and sinus tachycardia.

Inhaled/nasal steroid: fluticasone

REYATAZ
↑ fluticasone

Concomitant use of fluticasone propionate and REYATAZ (without ritonavir) may increase plasma concentrations of fluticasone propionate. Use with caution. Consider alternatives to fluticasone propionate, particularly for long-term use.

REYATAZ/ritonavir
↑ fluticasone

Concomitant use of fluticasone propionate and REYATAZ/ritonavir may increase plasma concentrations of fluticasone propionate, resulting in significantly reduced serum cortisol concentrations. Systemic corticosteroid effects, including Cushing’s syndrome and adrenal suppression, have been reported during postmarketing use in patients receiving ritonavir and inhaled or intranasally administered fluticasone propionate. Coadministration of fluticasone propionate and REYATAZ/ritonavir is not recommended unless the potential benefit to the patient outweighs the risk of systemic corticosteroid side effects [see Warnings and Precautions ].

Macrolide antibiotics: clarithromycin

↑ clarithromycin
↓ 14-OH clarithromycin
↑ atazanavir

Increased concentrations of clarithromycin may cause QTc prolongations; therefore, a dose reduction of clarithromycin by 50% should be considered when it is coadministered with REYATAZ. In addition, concentrations of the active metabolite 14-OH clarithromycin are significantly reduced; consider alternative therapy for indications other than infections due to Mycobacterium avium complex. Coadministration of REYATAZ/ritonavir with clarithromycin has not been studied.

Opioids: Buprenorphine

↑ buprenorphine
↑ norbuprenorphine

Coadministration of buprenorphine and REYATAZ with or without ritonavir increases the plasma concentration of buprenorphine and norbuprenorphine. Coadministration of REYATAZ plus ritonavir with buprenorphine warrants clinical monitoring for sedation and cognitive effects. A dose reduction of buprenorphine may be considered. Coadministration of buprenorphine and REYATAZ with ritonavir is not expected to decrease atazanavir plasma concentrations. Coadministration of buprenorphine and REYATAZ without ritonavir may decrease atazanavir plasma concentrations. REYATAZ without ritonavir should not be coadministered with buprenorphine.

PDE5 inhibitors: sildenafil, tadalafil, vardenafil

↑ sildenafil
↑ tadalafil
↑ vardenafil

Coadministration with REYATAZ has not been studied but may result in an increase in PDE5 inhibitor-associated adverse events, including hypotension, syncope, visual disturbances, and priapism.

Use of PDE5 inhibitors for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH):

     Use of REVATIO® (sildenafil) for the treatment of pulmonary hypertension (PAH) is contraindicated with REYATAZ [see Contraindications (4) ].

     The following dose adjustments are recommended for the use of ADCIRCA® (tadalafil) with REYATAZ:

          Coadministration of ADCIRCA® in patients on REYATAZ (with or without ritonavir):

  • •For patients receiving REYATAZ (with or without ritonavir) for at least one week, start ADCIRCA® at 20 mg once daily. Increase to 40 mg once daily based on individual tolerability.

          Coadministration of REYATAZ (with or without ritonavir) in patients on ADCIRCA®:

  • •Avoid the use of ADCIRCA® when starting REYATAZ (with or without ritonavir). Stop ADCIRCA® at least 24 hours before starting REYATAZ (with or without ritonavir). At least one week after starting REYATAZ (with or without ritonavir), resume ADCIRCA® at 20 mg once daily. Increase to 40 mg once daily based on individual tolerability.

Use of PDE5 inhibitors for erectile dysfunction:

     Use VIAGRA® (sildenafil) with caution at reduced doses of 25 mg every 48 hours with increased monitoring for adverse events.

     Use CIALIS® (tadalafil) with caution at reduced doses of 10 mg every 72 hours with increased monitoring for adverse events.

      REYATAZ/ritonavir: Use LEVITRA® (vardenafil) with caution at reduced doses of no more than 2.5 mg every 72 hours with increased monitoring for adverse events.

      REYATAZ: Use LEVITRA® (vardenafil) with caution at reduced doses of no more than 2.5 mg every 24 hours with increased monitoring for adverse events.

Proton-pump inhibitors: omeprazole

↓ atazanavir

Plasma concentrations of atazanavir were substantially decreased when REYATAZ 400 mg or REYATAZ 300 mg/ritonavir 100 mg once daily was administered with omeprazole 40 mg once daily, which may result in loss of therapeutic effect and development of resistance.

In treatment-naive patients:

The proton-pump inhibitor dose should not exceed a dose comparable to omeprazole 20 mg and must be taken approximately 12 hours prior to the REYATAZ 300 mg with ritonavir 100 mg dose.

In treatment-experienced patients:

Proton-pump inhibitors should not be used in treatment-experienced patients receiving REYATAZ.

Drugs with No Observed or Predicted Interactions with REYATAZ

Clinically significant interactions are not expected between atazanavir and substrates of CYP2C19, CYP2C9, CYP2D6, CYP2B6, CYP2A6, CYP1A2, or CYP2E1. Clinically significant interactions are not expected between atazanavir when administered with ritonavir and substrates of CYP2C8. See the complete prescribing information for NORVIR® for information on other potential drug interactions with ritonavir.

Based on known metabolic profiles, clinically significant drug interactions are not expected between REYATAZ (atazanavir sulfate) and dapsone, trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, azithromycin, or erythromycin. REYATAZ does not interact with substrates of CYP2D6 (eg, nortriptyline, desipramine, metoprolol). Additionally, no clinically significant drug interactions were observed when REYATAZ was coadministered with methadone, fluconazole, acetaminophen, or atenolol. [See Clinical Pharmacology, Tables 17 and 18 .]

OVERDOSAGE

Human experience of acute overdose with REYATAZ is limited. Single doses up to 1200 mg have been taken by healthy volunteers without symptomatic untoward effects. A single self-administered overdose of 29.2 g of REYATAZ in an HIV-infected patient (73 times the 400-mg recommended dose) was associated with asymptomatic bifascicular block and PR interval prolongation. These events resolved spontaneously. At high doses that lead to high drug exposures, jaundice due to indirect (unconjugated) hyperbilirubinemia (without associated liver function test changes) or PR interval prolongation may be observed. [See Warnings and Precautions (5.2, 5.4) and Clinical Pharmacology .]

Treatment of overdosage with REYATAZ should consist of general supportive measures, including monitoring of vital signs and ECG, and observations of the patient’s clinical status. If indicated, elimination of unabsorbed atazanavir should be achieved by emesis or gastric lavage. Administration of activated charcoal may also be used to aid removal of unabsorbed drug. There is no specific antidote for overdose with REYATAZ. Since atazanavir is extensively metabolized by the liver and is highly protein bound, dialysis is unlikely to be beneficial in significant removal of this medicine.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

REYATAZ (atazanavir sulfate) is contraindicated:

  • •in patients with previously demonstrated clinically significant hypersensitivity (eg, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme, or toxic skin eruptions) to any of the components of this product.
  • •when coadministered with drugs that are highly dependent on CYP3A or UGT1A1 for clearance, and for which elevated plasma concentrations are associated with serious and/or life-threatening events. These and other contraindicated drugs are listed in Table 3.
Table 3: Drugs That Are Contraindicated with REYATAZ (atazanavir) (Information in the table applies to REYATAZ with or without ritonavir, unless otherwise indicated)
Drug Class Drugs within class that are contraindicated with REYATAZ Clinical Comment
a See Drug Interactions, Table 13 (7) for parenterally administered midazolam.
b See Drug Interactions, Table 13 (7) for sildenafil when dosed as VIAGRA® for erectile dysfunction.

Alpha 1-Adrenoreceptor Antagonist

Alfuzosin

Potential for increased alfuzosin concentrations, which can result in hypotension.

Antimycobacterials

Rifampin

Rifampin substantially decreases plasma concentrations of atazanavir, which may result in loss of therapeutic effect and development of resistance.

Antineoplastics

Irinotecan

Atazanavir inhibits UGT1A1 and may interfere with the metabolism of irinotecan, resulting in increased irinotecan toxicities.

Benzodiazepines

Triazolam, orally administered midazolama

Triazolam and orally administered midazolam are extensively metabolized by CYP3A4. Coadministration of triazolam or orally administered midazolam with REYATAZ may cause large increases in the concentration of these benzodiazepines. Potential for serious and/or life-threatening events such as prolonged or increased sedation or respiratory depression.

Ergot Derivatives

Dihydroergotamine, ergotamine, ergonovine, methylergonovine

Potential for serious and/or life-threatening events such as acute ergot toxicity characterized by peripheral vasospasm and ischemia of the extremities and other tissues.

GI Motility Agent

Cisapride

Potential for serious and/or life-threatening reactions such as cardiac arrhythmias.

Herbal Products

St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum)

Patients taking REYATAZ should not use products containing St. John’s wort because coadministration may be expected to reduce plasma concentrations of atazanavir. This may result in loss of therapeutic effect and development of resistance.

HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors

Lovastatin, simvastatin

Potential for serious reactions such as myopathy including rhabdomyolysis.

Neuroleptic

Pimozide

Potential for serious and/or life-threatening reactions such as cardiac arrhythmias.

PDE5 Inhibitor

Sildenafilb when dosed as REVATIO® for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension

A safe and effective dose in combination with REYATAZ has not been established for sildenafil (REVATIO®) when used for the treatment of pulmonary hypertension. There is increased potential for sildenafil-associated adverse events (which include visual disturbances, hypotension, priapism, and syncope).

Protease Inhibitors

Indinavir

Both REYATAZ and indinavir are associated with indirect (unconjugated) hyperbilirubinemia.

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