Does Voriconazole Interact with Oxycodone?
Voriconazole and Oxycodone have a unknown drug interaction according to U.S. FDA drug labeling data. Oxycodone (CYP3A4 Inhibition) Significantly Increased Increased visual effects (heterophoria and miosis) of oxycodone were observed when concomitantly administered with VFEND. Reduction in the dose of oxycodone and other long-acting opiates metabolized by CYP3A4 should be considered when concomitantly administered with VFEND. 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
- Voriconazole Class
- Azole Antifungal
- Oxycodone Class
- Opioid Agonist
- Management
- Consult your pharmacist
- 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 Oxycodone (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