Rilpivirine Hydrochloride + Azithromycin Interaction

Unknowninteraction on record

Description

Macrolide or ketolide antibiotics: azithromycin clarithromycin erythromycin ↑ rilpivirine ↔ azithromycin ↔ clarithromycin ↔ erythromycin Macrolides are expected to increase concentrations of rilpivirine and are associated with a risk of Torsade de Pointes [Warnings and Precautions (5.4)]. Where possible, consider alternatives, such as azithromycin, which increases rilpivirine concentrations less than other macrolides.

Source: FDA drug label - rilpivirine hydrochloride