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Everolimus + Haemophilus influenzae type b vaccine

Severity: Moderate

Everolimus and Haemophilus influenzae type b vaccine: moderate interaction.

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For healthcare professionals — reference only. This page is a brief summary, not medical advice and not a substitute for official labeling or clinical judgement. Always verify before prescribing or dispensing.

Summary

Everolimus-related immunosuppression may reduce the antibody response to the Hib vaccine, leaving incomplete protection.

What this interaction means in plain words

Everolimus and Haemophilus influenzae type b vaccine can affect each other. The combination is often manageable, but it may need a change of dose, a change of timing, or extra checks while both are taken.

Evidence level: Moderate

Why it happens

mTOR inhibition impairs lymphocyte proliferation and vaccine response.

What to do

Vaccinate before starting everolimus where possible; if given during therapy, consider revaccination after immune recovery.

What to ask your pharmacist

  • Should I take them at different times of day?
  • Does the dose of either medicine need to change?
  • Is there anything I should avoid, such as alcohol or certain foods, while on both?

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Frequently asked questions

Can I take Everolimus with Haemophilus influenzae type b vaccine?

MediHelp rates the interaction as moderate. Everolimus and Haemophilus influenzae type b vaccine can affect each other. The combination is often manageable, but it may need a change of dose, a change of timing, or extra checks while both are taken. Everolimus-related immunosuppression may reduce the antibody response to the Hib vaccine, leaving incomplete protection.

How serious is the interaction between Everolimus and Haemophilus influenzae type b vaccine?

MediHelp rates it moderate, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Vaccinate before starting everolimus where possible; if given during therapy, consider revaccination after immune recovery.

What other medicines interact with Everolimus?

MediHelp also lists interactions of Everolimus with, for example, Bcg vaccine live, Influenza virus vaccine quadrivalent intranasal, Levoketoconazole. The full list is on the Everolimus page.

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