Does Micafungin Interact with Ritonavir?
CDI records a unknown classification for Micafungin and Ritonavir. The stored summary is: CYP2C19 and CYP3A4 Inducer Co-administration of micafungin with rifampin and ritonavir did not alter the pharmacokinetics of micafungin. Patients taking both medications should consult their healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing the dosage of either drug. This record was extracted from drug labeling through openFDA. NIH/NLM RxNorm is used for drug identities. The summary and severity classification are CDI's processed information, not a verbatim source quotation. Product, route, and patient circumstances matter.
- Severity
- Unknown
- Micafungin Class
- Echinocandin Antifungal
- Ritonavir Class
- Cytochrome P450 3A Inhibitor
- Management
- Consult your pharmacist
- Data Source
- U.S. FDA via OpenFDA
What To Tell Your Doctor or Pharmacist
If you are taking Micafungin and your doctor is considering prescribing Ritonavir (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