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Aprepitant

Also known as: Aponvie

Substance P/Neurokinin-1 Receptor AntagonistNeurokinin 1 AntagonistsCytochrome P450 3A4 Inhibitors

Route: Intravenous

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47 interactions on record

Aprepitant has 47 known drug interactions based on U.S. FDA drug labeling data. Of these, 1 are contraindicated combinations that should be avoided entirely. 20 are classified as major interactions requiring close medical supervision. Notable interactions include combinations with Pimozide, Alprazolam, Carbamazepine. Patients taking Aprepitant should inform their healthcare provider of all current medications — including over-the-counter drugs and supplements — to avoid potentially harmful combinations. Data sourced from OpenFDA and the NIH National Library of Medicine.

Total
47
Contraindicated
1
Major
20
Moderate
26

Contraindicated (1)

Major (20)

  • Aprepitant + Alprazolam— Increased alprazolam exposure may increase risk of adverse reactions with 3-day aprepitant regimen; monitor for benzodia…
  • Aprepitant + Carbamazepine— Strong CYP3A4 inducer substantially decreases aprepitant exposure, which may decrease efficacy. Avoid concomitant use.
  • Aprepitant + Clarithromycin— Intervention Avoid concomitant use of aprepitant Examples Moderate inhibitor: diltiazem Strong inhibitors: ketoconazole,…
  • Aprepitant + Ifosfamide— Increased chemotherapeutic agent exposure may increase risk of adverse reactions. Monitor for chemotherapy-related adver…
  • Aprepitant + Itraconazole— Intervention Avoid concomitant use of aprepitant Examples Moderate inhibitor: diltiazem Strong inhibitors: ketoconazole,…
  • Aprepitant + Ketoconazole— Intervention Avoid concomitant use of aprepitant Examples Moderate inhibitor: diltiazem Strong inhibitors: ketoconazole,…
  • Aprepitant + Midazolam— Increased midazolam exposure may increase risk of adverse reactions with 3-day aprepitant regimen; dose reduction may be…
  • Aprepitant + Nefazodone— Strong CYP3A4 inhibitor significantly increases aprepitant exposure, increasing risk of adverse reactions. Avoid concomi…
  • Aprepitant + Nelfinavir— Intervention Avoid concomitant use of aprepitant Examples Moderate inhibitor: diltiazem Strong inhibitors: ketoconazole,…
  • Aprepitant + Norgestimate And Ethinyl Estradiol— May decrease plasma concentrations of COCs and potentially diminish effectiveness or increase breakthrough bleeding.
  • Aprepitant + Oral Contraceptives— Decreased hormonal exposure during and for 28 days after aprepitant. Use alternative contraception methods during treatm…
  • Aprepitant + Phenytoin— Strong CYP3A4 inducer substantially decreases aprepitant exposure, which may decrease efficacy. Avoid concomitant use.
  • Aprepitant + Rifampin— Strong CYP3A4 inducer substantially decreases aprepitant exposure, which may decrease efficacy. Avoid concomitant use.
  • Aprepitant + Ritonavir— Intervention Avoid concomitant use of aprepitant Examples Moderate inhibitor: diltiazem Strong inhibitors: ketoconazole,…
  • Aprepitant + Triazolam— Increased triazolam exposure may increase risk of adverse reactions with 3-day aprepitant regimen; monitor for benzodiaz…
  • Aprepitant + Troleandomycin— Intervention Avoid concomitant use of aprepitant Examples Moderate inhibitor: diltiazem Strong inhibitors: ketoconazole,…
  • Aprepitant + Vinblastine— Increased chemotherapeutic agent exposure may increase risk of adverse reactions. Monitor for chemotherapy-related adver…
  • Aprepitant + Vincristine— Increased chemotherapeutic agent exposure may increase risk of adverse reactions. Monitor for chemotherapy-related adver…
  • Aprepitant + Warfarin— CYP2C9 inducer that decreases warfarin exposure and INR; requires close INR monitoring.
  • Aprepitant + Warfarin Sodium— CYP2C9 inducer that decreases warfarin effect and INR; requires closer INR monitoring.

Moderate (26)

Data sourced from U.S. FDA drug labeling via openFDA and the NIH National Library of Medicine, supplemented with a small number of well-established interactions from curated clinical references. For informational purposes only. Always consult your pharmacist or physician.

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