Does Voriconazole Interact with Darunavir 600 Mg?
Voriconazole and Darunavir 600 Mg have a moderate drug interaction according to U.S. FDA drug labeling data. Antifungals: itraconazole, isavuconazole, ketoconazole, posaconazole voriconazole ↑ darunavir ↑ itraconazole ↑ isavuconazole ↑ ketoconazole ↔ posaconazole ↓ voriconazole Monitor for increased darunavir/ritonavir and/or antifungal adverse events with concomitant use of these antifungals. Voriconazole is not recommended for patients receiving darunavir/ritonavir unless an assessment comparing predicted benefit to risk ratio justifies the use of voriconazole. 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
- Moderate
- Voriconazole Class
- Azole Antifungal
- Management
- Monitor for effects
- Data Source
- U.S. FDA via OpenFDA
What To Tell Your Doctor or Pharmacist
If you are taking Voriconazole and your doctor is considering prescribing Darunavir 600 Mg (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
- Ask whether any dosage adjustments are needed
- Never stop or change either medication without first consulting your healthcare provider