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Ozanimod + Pantoprazole

Severity: Moderate

Ozanimod and Pantoprazole: 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

Pantoprazole can inhibit the efflux transporter BCRP in the gut. Ozanimod's active metabolites are BCRP substrates, so exposure could increase and raise the risk of adverse effects. The clinical significance with pantoprazole is uncertain.

What this interaction means in plain words

Ozanimod and Pantoprazole 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.

Ozanimod belongs to Central Nervous System; Pantoprazole belongs to Gastrointestinal Tract.

Evidence level: Low

Why it happens

Inhibition of BCRP by pantoprazole may increase exposure to ozanimod active metabolites.

What to do

Monitor heart rate, blood pressure and liver tests, and watch for ozanimod adverse effects. Consider an alternative acid suppressant if problems arise.

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 Ozanimod with Pantoprazole?

MediHelp rates the interaction as moderate. Ozanimod and Pantoprazole 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. Pantoprazole can inhibit the efflux transporter BCRP in the gut. Ozanimod's active metabolites are BCRP substrates, so exposure could increase and raise the risk of adverse effects. The clinical significance with pantoprazole is uncertain.

How serious is the interaction between Ozanimod and Pantoprazole?

MediHelp rates it moderate, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Monitor heart rate, blood pressure and liver tests, and watch for ozanimod adverse effects. Consider an alternative acid suppressant if problems arise.

What other medicines interact with Pantoprazole?

MediHelp also lists interactions of Pantoprazole with, for example, Rilpivirine, Acalabrutinib, Atazanavir. The full list is on the Pantoprazole page.

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