Drug interactions
Deferasirox + Maraviroc
Severity: Minor
Deferasirox and Maraviroc: minor interaction.
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Summary
Deferasirox may reduce maraviroc concentrations through CYP3A4 induction. Lower maraviroc exposure could reduce antiviral efficacy, although the effect is expected to be small.
What this interaction means in plain words
Deferasirox and Maraviroc have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Deferasirox belongs to Miscellaneous; Maraviroc belongs to Anti Virals.
Why it happens
Possible weak CYP3A4 induction by deferasirox increases maraviroc metabolism.
What to do
Monitor viral load and virologic response to maraviroc when starting or stopping deferasirox.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Other interactions of Deferasirox
Other interactions of Maraviroc
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- Clarithromycin + Maraviroc Major
- Efavirenz + Maraviroc Major
- Enzalutamide + Maraviroc Major
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Deferasirox with Maraviroc?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Deferasirox and Maraviroc have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Deferasirox may reduce maraviroc concentrations through CYP3A4 induction. Lower maraviroc exposure could reduce antiviral efficacy, although the effect is expected to be small.
How serious is the interaction between Deferasirox and Maraviroc?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Monitor viral load and virologic response to maraviroc when starting or stopping deferasirox.
What other medicines interact with Deferasirox?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Deferasirox with, for example, Acetylsalicylic acid, Alosetron, Aluminum hydroxide. The full list is on the Deferasirox page.
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