Drug Interactions between AccessPak for HIV PEP Basic and atazanavir
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- AccessPak for HIV PEP Basic (emtricitabine/tenofovir disoproxil)
- atazanavir
Interactions between your drugs
tenofovir atazanavir
Applies to: AccessPak for HIV PEP Basic (emtricitabine / tenofovir disoproxil) and atazanavir
Using tenofovir together with atazanavir may alter the blood levels and effects of both drugs. Using these medications together may cause atazanavir to be less effective and increase the blood levels and effects of tenofovir. Contact your doctor if your condition changes or if you experience increased side effects such as kidney problems. Your doctor may be able to prescribe alternatives that do not interact or you may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Drug and food interactions
atazanavir food
Applies to: atazanavir
Food can enhance the levels of atazanavir in your body. To ensure maximal oral absorption, atazanavir should be administered with or immediately after a meal. This will make it easier for your body to absorb the medication.
tenofovir food
Applies to: AccessPak for HIV PEP Basic (emtricitabine / tenofovir disoproxil)
Information for this minor interaction is available on the professional version.
Therapeutic duplication warnings
No warnings were found for your selected drugs.
Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum.
See also
Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
No interaction information available. |
Further information
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