Does Methylprednisolone Interact with Lumacaftor And Ivacaftor?
Methylprednisolone and Lumacaftor And Ivacaftor have a unknown drug interaction according to U.S. FDA drug labeling data. Concomitant use of ORKAMBI may reduce the exposure and effectiveness of prednisone and methylprednisolone. Patients taking both medications should consult their healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing the dosage of either drug. This information is based on official FDA drug labeling sourced from OpenFDA and the NIH National Library of Medicine.
- Severity
- Unknown
- Methylprednisolone Class
- Corticosteroid
- Lumacaftor And Ivacaftor Class
- Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator Potentiator
- Management
- Consult your pharmacist
- Data Source
- U.S. FDA via OpenFDA
What To Tell Your Doctor or Pharmacist
If you are taking Methylprednisolone and your doctor is considering prescribing Lumacaftor And Ivacaftor (or vice versa), make sure to:
- Inform your doctor and pharmacist of all current medications, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements
- Ask whether the benefits of combining these medications outweigh the risks for your specific situation
- Ask what symptoms to watch for that would indicate the interaction is causing problems
- Never stop or change either medication without first consulting your healthcare provider