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Ivermectin + Ponatinib

Severity: Minor

Ivermectin and Ponatinib: minor 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

Ponatinib inhibits P-glycoprotein and may increase ivermectin exposure. The clinical effect is expected to be small, but neurological adverse effects are theoretically possible.

What this interaction means in plain words

Ivermectin and Ponatinib have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.

Ivermectin belongs to Anti Parasitic; Ponatinib belongs to Oncology.

Evidence level: Low

Why it happens

Ponatinib inhibits P-glycoprotein efflux of ivermectin.

What to do

No dose adjustment is generally needed. Monitor for increased ivermectin adverse effects.

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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Frequently asked questions

Can I take Ivermectin with Ponatinib?

MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Ivermectin and Ponatinib have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Ponatinib inhibits P-glycoprotein and may increase ivermectin exposure. The clinical effect is expected to be small, but neurological adverse effects are theoretically possible.

How serious is the interaction between Ivermectin and Ponatinib?

MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: No dose adjustment is generally needed. Monitor for increased ivermectin adverse effects.

What other medicines interact with Ivermectin?

MediHelp also lists interactions of Ivermectin with, for example, Erdafitinib, Lasmiditan, Quinidine. The full list is on the Ivermectin page.

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