Dosing & Uses
Dosage Forms & Strengths
oral suspension
- 125mg/5mL
- 250mg/5mL
tablet
- 250mg
- 500mg
tablet, extended release
- 500mg
Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis
Indicated for treatment of mild-to-moderate infections caused by susceptible isolates caused by Haemophilus influenzae, Haemophilus parainfluenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, or Streptococcus pneumoniae
250-500 mg PO q12hr for 7-14 days
Extended release: 1000 mg PO once daily for 7 days
Acute Maxillary Sinusitis
Indicated for the treatment of mild-to-moderate infections caused by susceptible isolates caused by Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, or Streptococcus pneumoniae
500 mg PO q12hr for 14 days
Extended release: 1000 mg PO once daily for 14 days
Mycobacterial Infection
Indicated treatment and prophylaxis of mycobacterial infections
500 mg PO q12hr for 7-14 days
For treatment of disseminated infection caused by mycobacterium avium complex (MAC); use in combination with other antimycobacterial drugs (eg, ethambutol)
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Indicated for H pylori eradication when treating patients with active or history of peptic ulcer disease
500 mg PO q8-12hr for 10-14 days
Administer as part of 2- or 3-drug combination regimen with bismuth subsalicylate, amoxicillin, H2 receptor antagonist, or proton pump inhibitor
Pharyngitis, Tonsillitis
250 mg PO q12hr for 10 days
Community-Acquired Pneumonia
Indicated for the treatment of mild-to-moderate infections caused by susceptible isolates caused by Haemophilus influenzae, Haemophilus parainfluenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, Streptococcus pneumoniae, or Chlamydophila pneumoniae
250 mg PO q12hr for 7-14 days
Extended release: 1000 mg PO once daily for 7 days
Skin/Skin Structure Infection
250 mg PO q12hr for 7-14 days
Pertussis (Off-label)
Used off-label for treatment of pertussis or for postexposure prophylaxis
500 mg PO twice daily for 7 days
Endocarditis (Off-label)
Used off-label for bacterial endocarditis prophylaxis
500 mg PO 30-60 minutes before procedure
Dosage Modifications
Coadministration with atazanavir: Decrease clarithromycin dose by 50%
Renal impairment
Moderate
- CrCl 30-60 mL/min: No dosage adjustment necessary
- CrCl 30-60 mL/min and concomitant atazanavir or ritonavir-containing regimens: Decrease clarithromycin dose by 50%
Severe
- CrCl <30 mL/min: Decrease clarithromycin dose by 50%
- CrCl <30 mL/min and concomitant atazanavir or ritonavir-containing regimens: Decrease clarithromycin dose by 75%
Dosing Considerations
Limitations of use
- Extended-release tablet is indicated only for acute maxillary sinusitis, acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, and community-acquired pneumonia in adults
- Resistance to macrolides in certain bacterial infections caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae and Staphylococcus aureus; when clinically indicated, perform susceptibility tests
Susceptible organisms
- Actinobacillus actinomycetemcomitans, Actinomyces israelii, Actinomyces naeslundii, Actinomyces odontolyticus, Afipia felis, Arachnia propionica, Bartonella henselae, Bartonella quintana, Chlamydia pneumoniae (TWAR agent), Bordetella pertussis, Borrelia recurrentis, Calymmatobacterium granulomatis, Campylobacter jejuni, Chlamydia spp, Haemophilus ducreyi, Haemophilus influenzae, Helicobacter pylori, Legionella pneumophila, Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC), Mycobacterium chelonae, Mycobacterium fortuitum, Mycobacterium genavense, Mycobacterium gordonae, Mycobacterium kansasii, Mycobacterium leprae, Mycobacterium marinum, Mycobacterium scrofulaceum, Mycobacterium simiae, Mycobacterium szulgai, Mycobacterium ulcerans, Mycobacterium xenopi, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, Moraxella (Branhamella) catarrhalis, Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus (group C, G), Streptococcus agalactiae (group B), Streptococcus bovis (group D), Streptococcus intermedius group (Streptococcus anginosus, Streptococcus intermedius, Streptococcus constellatus), Streptococcus pneumoniae (penicillin sensitive; minimal inhibitory concentration [MIC] <0.1 mcg/mL), Streptococcus pyogenes (group A), viridans streptococci, Ureaplasma urealyticum
- H pylori (with lansoprazole and amoxicillin)
- First-line: A felis, B henselae, B quintana, B pertussis, C jejuni, C pneumoniae, H ducreyi, H pylori, Legionella spp, MAC, M chelonae, M fortuitum, M genavense, M gordonae, M marinum, M scrofulaceum, M simiae, M xenopi; no unanimity on others (eg, H influenzae)
Dosage Forms & Strengths
oral suspension
- 125mg/5mL
- 250mg/5mL
tablet
- 250mg
- 500mg
Otitis Media
Indicated for treatment of acute otitis media caused by H influenzae, M catarrhalis, or S pneumoniae
Because of increased resistance to S Pneumoniae and H Influenzae, not routinely recommended as treatment option
<6 months: Safety and efficacy not established
≥6 months: 15 mg/kg/day PO divided q12hr for 10 days; not to exceed 500 mg/dose
Community-Acquired Pneumonia
Indicated for community-acquired pneumonia caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae, S pneumoniae, or Chlamydophila pneumoniae
<3 months: Safety and efficacy not established
≥3 months: 15 mg/kg/day PO divided q12hr for 10 days; not to exceed 500 mg/dose
Sinusitis
Indicated for the treatment of mild-to-moderate infections caused by susceptible isolates caused by Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, or Streptococcus pneumoniae
<6 months: Safety and efficacy not established
≥6 months: 15 mg/kg/day PO divided q12hr for 10 days; not to exceed 500 mg/dose
Bronchitis
Indicated for treatment of mild-to-moderate infections caused by susceptible isolates caused by Haemophilus influenzae, Haemophilus parainfluenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, or Streptococcus pneumoniae
<6 months: Safety and efficacy not established
≥6 months: 15 mg/kg/day PO divided q12hr for 10 days; not to exceed 500 mg/dose
Skin Infections
Indicated for uncomplicated skin and skin structure infection caused by S aureus or S pyogenes
<6 months: Safety and efficacy not established
≥6 months: 15 mg/kg/day PO divided q12hr for 10 days; not to exceed 250 mg/dose
Mycobacterial Infection
Indicated treatment and prophylaxis of mycobacterial infections
When used for treatment of disseminated infection caused by mycobacterium avium complex (MAC), administer in combination with other antimycobacterial drugs (eg, ethambutol)
<20 months: Safety and efficacy not established
≥20 months: 7.5 mg/kg PO q12hr; individual dose not to exceed 500 mg
Streptococcal Pharyngitis
Indicated for pharyngitis/tonsillitis caused by susceptible S pyogenes
<6 months: Safety and efficacy not established
≥6 months: 7.5 mg/kg q12hr for 10 days; individual dose not to exceed 250 mg
Endocarditis (Off-label)
Used off-label for bacterial endocarditis prophylaxis
15 mg/kg PO 30-60 minutes before procedure; individual dose not to exceed 500 mg
Pertussis (Off-label)
Used off-label for treatment of pertussis or for postexposure prophylaxis
<1 month: Safety and efficacy not established
1-6 months: 7.5 mg/kg/dose PO q12hr for 7 days
>6 months: 7.5 mg/kg/dose PO q12hr for 7 days
Dosing Considerations
Administer only oral suspension or immediate-release tablets to children; do not use extended-release
Interactions
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Contraindicated (36)
- alfuzosin
alfuzosin and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Contraindicated.
- chloroquine
chloroquine increases toxicity of clarithromycin by QTc interval. Contraindicated.
- cisapride
clarithromycin and cisapride both increase QTc interval. Contraindicated.
- clofazimine
clarithromycin and clofazimine both increase QTc interval. Contraindicated.
- cobimetinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of cobimetinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Avoid coadministration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors with (increases cobimetinib systemic exposure by 6.7-fold).
- conivaptan
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of conivaptan by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Coadministration of conivaptan with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors is contraindicated.
- dihydroergotamine
clarithromycin increases toxicity of dihydroergotamine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Coadministration may result in vasospasm and ischemia of the extremities and other tissues including the CNS.
- dihydroergotamine intranasal
clarithromycin increases toxicity of dihydroergotamine intranasal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Coadministration may result in vasospasm and ischemia of the extremities and other tissues including the CNS.
- dofetilide
dofetilide increases toxicity of clarithromycin by QTc interval. Contraindicated.
- eliglustat
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of eliglustat by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors are contraindicated with eliglustat poor or intermediate metabolizers; reduce eliglustat dose from 84 mg BID to 84 mg once daily in extensive metabolizers; eliglustat is contraindiated if strong or moderate CYP2D6 inhibitors are given concomitantly with strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitors
- ergoloid mesylates
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ergoloid mesylates by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated.
- ergonovine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ergonovine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated.
- ergotamine
clarithromycin increases toxicity of ergotamine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Coadministration may result in vasospasm and ischemia of the extremities and other tissues including the CNS.
- fezolinetant
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of fezolinetant by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Contraindicated. Fezolinetant AUC and peak plasma concentration are increased if coadministered with drugs that are weak, moderate, or strong CYP1A2 inhibitors
- finerenone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of finerenone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated.
- flibanserin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of flibanserin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Coadministration of flibanserin with moderate or strong CYP3A4 inhibitors is contraindicated. Severe hypotension or syncope can occur.
- ibutilide
clarithromycin and ibutilide both increase QTc interval. Contraindicated.
- indapamide
clarithromycin and indapamide both increase QTc interval. Contraindicated.
- ivabradine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ivabradine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Coadministration of ivabradine with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors is contraindicated
- lomitapide
clarithromycin increases levels of lomitapide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Increases lomitapide levels several folds.
- lonafarnib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of lonafarnib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Lonafarnib is a sensitive CYP3A4 substrate. Coadministration with strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors is contraindicated.
- lovastatin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of lovastatin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors increase systemic statin exposure and risk of myopathy, including rhabdomyolysis
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of lovastatin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Contraindicated. - lurasidone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of lurasidone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. May results in an increase in lurasidone exposure and the potential for serious adverse reactions
- mavacamten
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of mavacamten by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase mavacamten systemic exposure, resulting in heart failure due to systolic dysfunction.
- methylergonovine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of methylergonovine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated.
- naloxegol
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of naloxegol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Coadministration of naloxegol with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors can significantly increase naloxegol systemic exposure which may precipitate opioid withdrawal symptoms
- pacritinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of pacritinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated.
- pentamidine
clarithromycin and pentamidine both increase QTc interval. Contraindicated.
- pimozide
clarithromycin and pimozide both increase QTc interval. Contraindicated.
clarithromycin increases levels of pimozide by decreasing metabolism. Contraindicated. Risk of QT interval prolongation. - quinidine
quinidine and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Contraindicated.
- regorafenib
clarithromycin, regorafenib. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors increase regorafenib levels and decrease exposure of the active metabolites M-2 and M-5.
- rifabutin
clarithromycin increases levels of rifabutin by decreasing metabolism. Contraindicated.
- saquinavir
clarithromycin and saquinavir both increase QTc interval. Contraindicated.
- simvastatin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of simvastatin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Increased risk for rhabdomyolysis with drugs that increase simvastatin systemic exposure
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of simvastatin by Other (see comment). Contraindicated. OATP1B1 inhibitors may increase risk of myopathy - venetoclax
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of venetoclax by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors is contraindicated with venetoclax during the initial ramp-up dosing phase. If a strong CYP3A inhibitor must be used after the ramp-up phase, reduce the venetoclax dose by at least 75%.
- voclosporin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of voclosporin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated.
Serious - Use Alternative (309)
- acalabrutinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of acalabrutinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of acalabrutinib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If a strong CYP3A inhibitor must be used short-term (eg, up to 7 days), temporarily interrupt treatment with acalabrutinib.
- adagrasib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of adagrasib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of adagrasib, a CYP3A4 substrate, with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors until adagrasib concentrations have reached steady-state (after ~8 days). If steady state is not reached, concomitant use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors will increase adagrasib concentrations and risk of its toxicities
adagrasib, clarithromycin. Either increases effects of the other by QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Each drug prolongs the QTc interval, which may increased the risk of Torsade de pointes, other serious arryhthmias, and sudden death. If coadministration unavoidable, more frequent monitoring is recommended for such patients. - ado-trastuzumab emtansine
clarithromycin increases levels of ado-trastuzumab emtansine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. DM1, the cytotoxic component, is metabolized mainly by CYP3A4; strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase DM1 exposure and toxicity.
- afatinib
clarithromycin increases levels of afatinib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Reduce afatinib daily dose by 10 mg if not tolerated when coadministered with P-gp inhibitors.
- almotriptan
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of almotriptan by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- alprazolam
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of alprazolam by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- amiodarone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of amiodarone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. May result in prolongation of QT interval
amiodarone and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - amisulpride
clarithromycin and amisulpride both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. ECG monitoring is recommended if coadministered.
- amitriptyline
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of amitriptyline by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
amitriptyline and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - amoxapine
amoxapine and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- anagrelide
clarithromycin and anagrelide both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- antithrombin alfa
clarithromycin increases effects of antithrombin alfa by decreasing metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- antithrombin III
clarithromycin increases effects of antithrombin III by decreasing metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- apalutamide
apalutamide will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration of apalutamide, a strong CYP3A4 inducer, with drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates can result in lower exposure to these medications. Avoid or substitute another drug for these medications when possible. Evaluate for loss of therapeutic effect if medication must be coadministered. Adjust dose according to prescribing information if needed.
- apomorphine
apomorphine and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- aprepitant
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of aprepitant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- argatroban
clarithromycin increases effects of argatroban by decreasing metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- aripiprazole
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of aripiprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
aripiprazole and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - arsenic trioxide
arsenic trioxide and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- artemether
artemether and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- artemether/lumefantrine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of artemether/lumefantrine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin and artemether/lumefantrine both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - asenapine
clarithromycin and asenapine both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- asenapine transdermal
asenapine transdermal and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- atomoxetine
atomoxetine and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- atorvastatin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of atorvastatin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Do not exceed atorvastatin dose of 20 mg/day when coadministered with clarithromycin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of atorvastatin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Do not exceed atorvastatin dose of 20 mg/day when coadministered with clarithromycin
clarithromycin increases toxicity of atorvastatin by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: OATP1B1 inhibitors may increase risk of myopathy. - avanafil
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; significantly increased levels may result in significant adverse events including severe hypotension, syncope, visual changes, and priapism. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 is contraindicated.
- avapritinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of avapritinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of avapritinib with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- axitinib
clarithromycin increases levels of axitinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If unable to avoid coadministration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors, reduce axitinib dose by 50%.
- bazedoxifene/conjugated estrogens
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of bazedoxifene/conjugated estrogens by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- BCG vaccine live
clarithromycin decreases effects of BCG vaccine live by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Wait until Abx Tx complete to administer live bacterial vaccine.
- bedaquiline
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of bedaquiline by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of bedaquiline with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors for >14 consecutive days, unless the benefit of treatment outweighs the risk
- bemiparin
clarithromycin increases effects of bemiparin by decreasing metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- bivalirudin
clarithromycin increases effects of bivalirudin by decreasing metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- bosutinib
clarithromycin increases levels of bosutinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors increases bosutinib plasma concentration ~5-fold.
clarithromycin increases levels of bosutinib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - brigatinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of brigatinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If concomitant use of a strong CYP3A inhibitor cannot be avoided, reduce the brigatinib once daily dose by about 50% (ie, from 180 mg to 90 mg, or from 90 mg to 60 mg). After discontinuation of a strong CYP3A inhibitor, resume the brigatinib dose that was tolerated prior to initiating the strong CYP3A inhibitor.
- bromocriptine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of bromocriptine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- budesonide
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of budesonide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- buprenorphine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of buprenorphine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin and buprenorphine both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - buprenorphine buccal
buprenorphine buccal and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- buprenorphine subdermal implant
buprenorphine subdermal implant and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- buprenorphine transdermal
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of buprenorphine transdermal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
buprenorphine transdermal and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - buprenorphine, long-acting injection
buprenorphine, long-acting injection and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- buspirone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of buspirone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- cabazitaxel
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of cabazitaxel by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration of cabazitaxel with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided.
- cabergoline
clarithromycin increases levels of cabergoline by decreasing metabolism. Contraindicated.
- cabozantinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of cabozantinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of cabozantinib with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors. If a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor is required, decrease cabozantinib dose by 40 mg/day (Cometriq) or by 20 mg/day (Cabometyx). Resume previous dose 2-3 days after strong CYP3A4 inhibitor discontinued.
- calcitriol
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of calcitriol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- carbamazepine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of carbamazepine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Monitor plasma levels when used concomitantly
- ceritinib
clarithromycin increases levels of ceritinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid if possible; if concomitant use is unavoidable, reduce ceritinib dose by ~33%; after discontinuation of strong CYP3A inhibitor, resume at previous dose.
ceritinib and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - chloroquine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of chloroquine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- chlorpromazine
chlorpromazine and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- cholera vaccine
clarithromycin, cholera vaccine. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of cholera vaccine with systemic antibiotics since these agents may be active against the vaccine strain. Do not administer cholera vaccine to patients who have received oral or parenteral antibiotics within 14 days prior to vaccination.
- cilostazol
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of cilostazol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- cinacalcet
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of cinacalcet by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- ciprofloxacin
clarithromycin and ciprofloxacin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- citalopram
clarithromycin, citalopram. Either increases toxicity of the other by QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. To monitor for the prolongation of QT/QTc and/or development of ventricular tachyarrhythmias the labeling recommends monitoring QT interval or ECG.
- clomipramine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of clomipramine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clomipramine and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - clopidogrel
clarithromycin will decrease the level or effect of clopidogrel by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Inhibition of CYP3A4 will reduce clopidogrel bioactivation
- clozapine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of clozapine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin and clozapine both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - cobicistat
cobicistat, clarithromycin. Either increases levels of the other by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Consider alternative antibiotics with concomitant use of cobicistat coadministered with atazanavir or darunavir. .
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of cobicistat by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - colchicine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of colchicine by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Colchicine is a P-gp and CYP3A4 substrate. Avoid use with drugs that are both P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors. If coadministration is necessary, decrease colchicine dose or frequency as recommended in prescribing information. Use of any colchicine product in conjunction with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors is contraindicated in patients with renal or hepatic impairment.
- conjugated estrogens
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of conjugated estrogens by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- conjugated estrogens, vaginal
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of conjugated estrogens, vaginal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- copanlisib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of copanlisib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If concomitant use with strong CYP3A inhibitors cannot be avoided, reduce copanlisib dose to 45 mg.
- cortisone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of cortisone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- crizotinib
clarithromycin and crizotinib both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- cyclosporine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of cyclosporine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- dabrafenib
clarithromycin increases levels of dabrafenib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- dalteparin
clarithromycin increases effects of dalteparin by decreasing metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- daridorexant
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of daridorexant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- darifenacin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of darifenacin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- dasatinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of dasatinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- degarelix
clarithromycin and degarelix both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- desflurane
desflurane and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- desipramine
desipramine and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- dexamethasone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of dexamethasone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- diazepam
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of diazepam by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- digoxin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of digoxin by altering intestinal flora. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- disopyramide
clarithromycin and disopyramide both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- dofetilide
clarithromycin and dofetilide both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- donepezil
donepezil and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- doxepin
doxepin and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- dronedarone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of dronedarone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin and dronedarone both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - droperidol
clarithromycin and droperidol both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- edoxaban
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of edoxaban by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Dose adjustment may be required with strong P-gp inhibitors. DVT/PE treatment: Decrease dose to 30 mg PO once daily. NVAF: No dose reduction recommended
- efavirenz
efavirenz and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- elacestrant
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of elacestrant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- elbasvir/grazoprevir
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of elbasvir/grazoprevir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- eletriptan
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of eletriptan by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin increases levels of eletriptan by decreasing metabolism. Contraindicated. Separate by 72 hours. - eliglustat
clarithromycin and eliglustat both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- eluxadoline
clarithromycin increases levels of eluxadoline by decreasing metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Decrease eluxadoline dose to 75 mg PO BID if coadministered with OATP1B1 inhibitors. .
- elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- encorafenib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of encorafenib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If concomitant use of a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor is unavoidable, reduce encorafenib dose to one-third of the dose (eg, reduce from 450 mg/day to 150 mg/day). After discontinuing the inhibitor for 3-5 elimination half-lives, resume previous encorafenib dose.
clarithromycin and encorafenib both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - enoxaparin
clarithromycin increases effects of enoxaparin by decreasing metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- entrectinib
clarithromycin and entrectinib both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of entrectinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors with entrectinib, a CYP3A4 substrate. If coadministration unavoidable, reduce entrectinib dose to 100 mg/day for patients aged 12 y or older with BSA >1.50m2. Resume previous entrectinib dose after discontinuing strong CYP3A inhibitor for 3-5 elimination half-lives. - enzalutamide
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of enzalutamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- epinephrine
epinephrine and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- epinephrine racemic
epinephrine racemic and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- erdafitinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of erdafitinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If unable to avoid coadministration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors, monitor closely for adverse reactions and consider decreasing dose accordingly. If strong CYP3A4 inhibitor is discontinued, consider increasing erdafitinib dose in the absence of any drug-related toxicities.
- ergoloid mesylates
clarithromycin increases levels of ergoloid mesylates by decreasing metabolism. Contraindicated.
- ergotamine
clarithromycin increases levels of ergotamine by decreasing metabolism. Contraindicated.
- eribulin
eribulin and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Potential for enhanced QTc-prolonging effects; if concurrent use is necessary then ECG monitoring is recommended.
- erlotinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of erlotinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- erythromycin base
clarithromycin and erythromycin base both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- erythromycin ethylsuccinate
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of erythromycin ethylsuccinate by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin and erythromycin ethylsuccinate both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - erythromycin lactobionate
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of erythromycin lactobionate by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin and erythromycin lactobionate both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - erythromycin stearate
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of erythromycin stearate by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin and erythromycin stearate both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - escitalopram
clarithromycin, escitalopram. Either increases toxicity of the other by QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. To monitor for the prolongation of QT/QTc and/or development of ventricular tachyarrhythmias the labeling recommends monitoring QT interval or ECG.
escitalopram increases toxicity of clarithromycin by QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of escitalopram by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - estradiol
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of estradiol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- estrogens conjugated synthetic
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of estrogens conjugated synthetic by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- estropipate
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of estropipate by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- etonogestrel
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of etonogestrel by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- etravirine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of etravirine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- everolimus
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of everolimus by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of everolimus by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Contraindicated. - fedratinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of fedratinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If unable to avoid fedratinib coadministration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors, decrease fedratinib dose to 200 mg/day. If CYP3A4 inhibitor discontinued, increase fedratinib dose to 300 mg/day for 2 weeks, and then 400 mg/day thereafter as tolerated.
- felbamate
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of felbamate by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- fentanyl
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of fentanyl by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration of CYP3A4 inhibitors with fentanyl is necessary, monitor patients for respiratory depression and sedation at frequent intervals and consider fentanyl dose adjustments until stable drug effects are achieved.
- fentanyl intranasal
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of fentanyl intranasal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration of CYP3A4 inhibitors with fentanyl is necessary, monitor patients for respiratory depression and sedation at frequent intervals and consider fentanyl dose adjustments until stable drug effects are achieved.
- fentanyl transdermal
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of fentanyl transdermal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration of CYP3A4 inhibitors with fentanyl is necessary, monitor patients for respiratory depression and sedation at frequent intervals and consider fentanyl dose adjustments until stable drug effects are achieved.
- fentanyl transmucosal
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of fentanyl transmucosal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration of CYP3A4 inhibitors with fentanyl is necessary, monitor patients for respiratory depression and sedation at frequent intervals and consider fentanyl dose adjustments until stable drug effects are achieved.
- fesoterodine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of fesoterodine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- fexinidazole
clarithromycin will decrease the level or effect of fexinidazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If unable to avoid coadministration, monitor fexinidazole for decreased efficacy owing to decreased plasma concentrations of active M1 and M2 metabolites.
fexinidazole and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of fexinidazole with drugs known to block potassium channels or prolong QT interval.
fexinidazole will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Fexinidazole inhibits CYP3A4. Coadministration may increase risk for adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates. - fingolimod
fingolimod and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- fluconazole
clarithromycin and fluconazole both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- fludrocortisone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of fludrocortisone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- fluphenazine
fluphenazine and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- fluticasone intranasal
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of fluticasone intranasal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase systemic corticosteroid adverse effects; monitor for signs/symptoms of high corticosteroid concentrations including Cushing type signs/symptoms.
- fluvastatin
clarithromycin increases toxicity of fluvastatin by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: OATP1B1 inhibitors may increase risk of myopathy.
- fondaparinux
clarithromycin increases effects of fondaparinux by decreasing metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- formoterol
clarithromycin and formoterol both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- fosamprenavir
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of fosamprenavir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- fosaprepitant
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of fosaprepitant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- fostemsavir
clarithromycin and fostemsavir both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- futibatinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of futibatinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration of futibatinib with drugs that are dual P-gp and strong CYP3A inhibitors may increase incidence/severity of futibatinib toxicities.
- gadobenate
clarithromycin and gadobenate both increase QTc interval. Contraindicated.
- gemifloxacin
clarithromycin and gemifloxacin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- gilteritinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of gilteritinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Consider alternatives to any strong CYP3A4 inhibitor when coadministered with gilteritinib. If such a combination cannot be avoided, closely monitor for gilteritinib-related adverse effects. Interrupt and reduce gilteritinib dosage in patients with serious or life-threatening toxicity.
gilteritinib and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration necessary, monitor ECG - glasdegib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of glasdegib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Consider alternate therapies that are not strong CYP3A inhibitors or monitor for increased risk of adverse effects, including QTc interval prolongation.
clarithromycin and glasdegib both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration unavoidable, monitor for increased risk of QTc interval prolongation. - granisetron
clarithromycin and granisetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- haloperidol
clarithromycin and haloperidol both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of haloperidol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - heparin
clarithromycin increases effects of heparin by decreasing metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- hydrocortisone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of hydrocortisone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- hydroxychloroquine sulfate
hydroxychloroquine sulfate and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- hydroxyprogesterone caproate (DSC)
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of hydroxyprogesterone caproate (DSC) by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- ibrutinib
clarithromycin increases levels of ibrutinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid concomitant use of ibrutinib and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors. If a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor must be used short-term (eg, anti-infectives for =7 days), interrupt ibrutinib therapy until strong CYP3A4 inhibitor is discontinued.
- idelalisib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of idelalisib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministered with strong CYP3A inhibitors, monitor for signs of idelalisib toxicity; follow recommendations for dosage modifications if adverse reactions occur
idelalisib will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Idelalisib is a strong CYP3A inhibitor; avoid coadministration with sensitive CYP3A substrates - imipramine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of imipramine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
imipramine and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - indinavir
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of indinavir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- infigratinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of infigratinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- inotuzumab
inotuzumab and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If unable to avoid concomitant use, obtain ECGs and electrolytes before and after initiation of any drug known to prolong QTc, and periodically monitor as clinically indicated during treatment.
- irinotecan
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of irinotecan by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of irinotecan by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - irinotecan liposomal
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of irinotecan liposomal by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of irinotecan liposomal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. UGT1A1 inhibitors decrease irinotecan metabolism - isoflurane
clarithromycin and isoflurane both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- isradipine
clarithromycin and isradipine both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- itraconazole
itraconazole will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- ivosidenib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ivosidenib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors with ivosidenib or replace with alternate therapies. If coadministration of a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor is unavoidable, reduce ivosidenib dose to 250 mg qDay. If the strong inhibitor is discontinued, increase ivosidenib dose (after at least 5 half-lives of the strong CYP3A4 inhibitor) to the recommended dose of 500 mg qDay. Monitor for increased risk of QTc interval prolongation.
ivosidenib and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of QTc prolonging drugs with ivosidenib or replace with alternate therapies. If coadministration of a QTc prolonging drug is unavoidable, monitor for increased risk of QTc interval prolongation.
ivosidenib will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates with ivosidenib or replace with alternate therapies. If coadministration is unavoidable, monitor patients for loss of therapeutic effect of these drugs. - ixabepilone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ixabepilone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- ketamine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ketamine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- ketoconazole
clarithromycin and ketoconazole both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
ketoconazole will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - lapatinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of lapatinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- larotrectinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of larotrectinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- lefamulin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of lefamulin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of lefamulin with strong CYP3A inhibitors.
clarithromycin and lefamulin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - lemborexant
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of lemborexant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of lemborexant with moderate or strong CYP3A inhibitors.
- leniolisib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of leniolisib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- levoketoconazole
levoketoconazole will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin and levoketoconazole both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - lithium
clarithromycin and lithium both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- lofepramine
lofepramine and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- lofexidine
clarithromycin and lofexidine both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- loperamide
clarithromycin and loperamide both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- lopinavir
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of lopinavir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
lopinavir will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin and lopinavir both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - loratadine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of loratadine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- lorlatinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of lorlatinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministering lorlatinib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unavoidable, reduce lorlatinib dose by 25 mg/day. If strong CYP3A inhibitor discontinued, increase to previous lorlatinib (dose after 3 plasma half-lives of strong CYP3A inhibitor). See monograph for further details.
lorlatinib will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - lumacaftor/ivacaftor
lumacaftor/ivacaftor will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- lumefantrine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of lumefantrine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin and lumefantrine both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - lurbinectedin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of lurbinectedin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration unavoidable, reduce lurbinectedin dose by 50%. After strong CYP3A inhibitor discontinued for 5 half-lives, increase lurbinectedin to dose used before coadministration.
- macimorelin
macimorelin and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Macimorelin causes an increase of ~11 msec in the corrected QT interval. Avoid coadministration with drugs that prolong QT interval, which could increase risk for developing torsade de pointes-type ventricular tachycardia. Allow sufficient washout time of drugs that are known to prolong the QT interval before administering macimorelin.
- macitentan
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of macitentan by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministering macitentan with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors
- maprotiline
maprotiline and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- mefloquine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of mefloquine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Potential for increased toxicity. Avoid coadministration during and for 15 weeks after discontinuing mefloquine.
clarithromycin and mefloquine both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - mestranol
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of mestranol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- methadone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of methadone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- methylergonovine
clarithromycin increases levels of methylergonovine by decreasing metabolism. Contraindicated.
- methylprednisolone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of methylprednisolone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- midazolam
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of midazolam by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- midazolam intranasal
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of midazolam intranasal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors with midazolam intranasal causes higher midazolam systemic exposure, which may prolong sedation.
- midostaurin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of midostaurin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors cannot be avoided, monitor midostaurin for increased risk of adverse reactions, especially during the first week of treatment.
clarithromycin and midostaurin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - mifepristone
mifepristone will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin and mifepristone both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - mirtazapine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of mirtazapine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin and mirtazapine both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - mobocertinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of mobocertinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
mobocertinib and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration unavoidable, reduce mobocertinib dose and monitor QTc interval more frequently. - modafinil
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of modafinil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- moxifloxacin
clarithromycin and moxifloxacin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- nefazodone
nefazodone will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of nefazodone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - nelfinavir
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of nelfinavir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- neratinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of neratinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of neratinib with strong/moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- nevirapine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of nevirapine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- nilotinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of nilotinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin and nilotinib both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - nortriptyline
nortriptyline and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- octreotide
clarithromycin and octreotide both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- octreotide (Antidote)
clarithromycin and octreotide (Antidote) both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- olanzapine
clarithromycin and olanzapine both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Limited data, including some case reports, suggest that olanzapine may be associated with a significant prolongation of the QTc interval in rare instances
- olaparib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of olaparib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration with strong CYP3A inhibitors cannot be avoided, reduce olaparib dose to 150 mg (capsule) or 100 mg (tablet) PO BID. Do not substitute tablets with capsules.
- omaveloxolone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of omaveloxolone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If unavoidable, reduce omaveloxolone dose to 50 mg/day. Closely monitor and discontinue if adverse effects emerge.
- ombitasvir/paritaprevir/ritonavir
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ombitasvir/paritaprevir/ritonavir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- ombitasvir/paritaprevir/ritonavir & dasabuvir (DSC)
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ombitasvir/paritaprevir/ritonavir & dasabuvir (DSC) by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- ondansetron
clarithromycin and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias. Potential for increased ondansetron levels.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - osimertinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of osimertinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of osimertinib with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors. If no other alternative treatment exists, monitor patient more closely for adverse effects.
- oxaliplatin
clarithromycin and oxaliplatin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- oxycodone
clarithromycin increases levels of oxycodone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Oxycodone dose reduction may be warranted when coadministered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- palbociclib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of palbociclib with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If unable to avoid, reduce palbociclib dose to 75 mg/day.
- palovarotene
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of palovarotene by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- panobinostat
clarithromycin and panobinostat both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Panobinostat is known to significantly prolong QT interval. Panobinostat prescribing information states use with drugs known to prolong QTc is not recommended.
- pazopanib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of pazopanib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of pazopanib with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors if possible; if must coadminister, decrease pazopanib dose to 400 mg/day
- pemigatinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of pemigatinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration with strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors is unavoidable, reduce pemigatinib dose (refer to drug monograph dosage modifications). After discontinuing the CYP3A4 inhibitor for 3 elimination half-lives, may resume previous pemigatinib dose.
- perphenazine
perphenazine and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- pexidartinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of pexidartinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration with strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors is unavoidable, reduce pexidartinib dose (refer to drug monograph dosage modifications). After discontinuing the CYP3A4 inhibitor for 3 elimination half-lives, may resume previous pexidartinib dose.
- phenindione
clarithromycin increases effects of phenindione by decreasing metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- pimavanserin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of pimavanserin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Decrease dose to 17 mg/day if pimavanserin is coadministered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors.
clarithromycin and pimavanserin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - pirtobrutinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of pirtobrutinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration is unavoidable, reduce pirtobrutinib by 50 mg. If current pirtobrutinib dose is 50 mg qDay, discontinue pirtobrutinib for duration of strong CYP3A inhibitor use. Once strong CYP3A inhibitor discontinued for 5 half-lives, resume pirtobrutinib at the dose taken before initiating the strong CYP3A inhibitor.
- pitolisant
clarithromycin and pitolisant both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of pitolisant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - pomalidomide
clarithromycin increases levels of pomalidomide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin increases levels of pomalidomide by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - ponatinib
clarithromycin increases levels of ponatinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Decrease ponatinib starting dose to 30 mg qDay if coadministration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors cannot be avoided.
- ponesimod
clarithromycin and ponesimod both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- pralsetinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of pralsetinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- prednisone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of prednisone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- primaquine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of primaquine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin and primaquine both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - procainamide
clarithromycin and procainamide both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- prochlorperazine
prochlorperazine and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- progesterone intravaginal gel
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of progesterone intravaginal gel by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- progesterone micronized
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of progesterone micronized by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- progesterone, natural
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of progesterone, natural by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- promazine
promazine and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- promethazine
promethazine and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- propafenone
clarithromycin and propafenone both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- protamine
clarithromycin increases effects of protamine by decreasing metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- protriptyline
protriptyline and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- quetiapine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of quetiapine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- quinidine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of quinidine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- quinupristin/dalfopristin
quinupristin/dalfopristin increases levels of clarithromycin by decreasing metabolism. Contraindicated. Risk of prolonged QTc interval.
- ranolazine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ranolazine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- repaglinide
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of repaglinide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- ribociclib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ribociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If a strong CYP3A inhibitor must be coadministered with ribociclib, reduce the ribociclib starting dose to 400 mg/day.
ribociclib and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
ribociclib will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - rifabutin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of rifabutin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- rimegepant
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of rimegepant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of rimegepant by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - ritonavir
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ritonavir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- rivaroxaban
clarithromycin increases levels of rivaroxaban by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid concomitant use of rivaroxaban and combined Pgp and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors. Combination may lead to significant increases in rivaroxaban levels and increase bleeding risk; however, according to the manufacturer, although clarithromycin is a combined P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inhibitor, pharmacokinetic data suggests that no precautions are necessary with concomitant administration with rivaroxaban in patients with normal renal function as the change in exposure is unlikely to affect the bleeding risk; however, combination is to be avoided in patients with mild or moderately impaired renal function (CrCl 15-80 mL/min) .
- romidepsin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of romidepsin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration with strong 3A4 inhibitors should be avoided if possible.
- rosuvastatin
clarithromycin increases toxicity of rosuvastatin by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: OATP1B1 inhibitors may increase risk of myopathy.
- ruxolitinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ruxolitinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Reduce ruxolitinib starting dose to 10 mg BID with platelet count 100 X 10^9/L or more and concurrent use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors; avoid with platelet counts <100 X 10^9/L
- ruxolitinib topical
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ruxolitinib topical by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Reduce ruxolitinib starting dose to 10 mg BID with platelet count 100 X 10^9/L or more and concurrent use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors; avoid with platelet counts <100 X 10^9/L
- saquinavir
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of saquinavir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
saquinavir will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. - selpercatinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of selpercatinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- selumetinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of selumetinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration with strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors cannot be avoided, reduce selumetinib dosage (refer to selumetinib monograph for further information). After discontinuation of the strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor for 3 elimination half-lives, resume selumetinib dose that was taken before initiating the inhibitor.
- sertraline
clarithromycin and sertraline both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- sevoflurane
clarithromycin and sevoflurane both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- sildenafil
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of sildenafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration of these phosphodiesterase inhibitors with clarithromycin, a CYP3A4 inhibitor is not recommended. Increased systemic exposure of these drugs may occur with clarithromycin; consider reduction of dosage for phosphodiesterase inhibitors.
- silodosin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of silodosin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- siponimod
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of siponimod by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration of siponimod with a moderate or strong CYP3A4 inhibitor PLUS a moderate or strong CYP2C9 inhibitor is not recommended.
clarithromycin and siponimod both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - sirolimus
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of sirolimus by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- solifenacin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of solifenacin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin and solifenacin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - sonidegib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of sonidegib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of sonidegib with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- sorafenib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of sorafenib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- sotalol
clarithromycin and sotalol both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- sparsentan
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of sparsentan by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If unavoidable, interrupt treatment with sparsentan. When resuming sparsentan, consider dose titration.
- stiripentol
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of stiripentol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- sulbactam/durlobactam
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of sulbactam/durlobactam by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Sulbactam is predicted to have active secretion by OATP1 as a significant portion of total clearance; therefore, inhibition of OAT1 may increase sulbactam plasma concentrations
- sunitinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of sunitinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin and sunitinib both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - suvorexant
clarithromycin increases levels of suvorexant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Suvorexant not recommended with use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- tacrolimus
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of tacrolimus by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin and tacrolimus both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - tadalafil
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of tadalafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. For ED limit tadalafil to max of 2.5 mg/day (for daily use) or 10 mg dose every 72 hr (for use as needed). Avoid concurrent use of tadalafil for pulmonary HTN in patients taking strong CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- talazoparib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of talazoparib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration with certain P-gp inhibitors (ie, amiodarone, carvedilol, clarithromycin, itraconazole, verapamil) cannot be avoided, reduce talazoparib dose to 0.75 mg qDay. Once P-gp inhibitors are discontinued, increase talazoparib dose (after 3-5 half-lives of the inhibitor) to dose used prior to initiating the P-gp inhibitor(s).
- tamsulosin
clarithromycin increases levels of tamsulosin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- tazemetostat
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of tazemetostat by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of tazemetostat with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- temsirolimus
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of temsirolimus by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- teniposide
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of teniposide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- tetrabenazine
clarithromycin and tetrabenazine both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- theophylline
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of theophylline by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- thioridazine
thioridazine and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- tiagabine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of tiagabine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- tipranavir
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of tipranavir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
tipranavir, clarithromycin. Either increases levels of the other by decreasing metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. No dose adjustment necessary in normal renal function. If ClCr = 30 60 ml/min, decr clarithromycin dose by 50%. If ClCr < 30 ml/min, decr clarithromycin dose by 75%.
tipranavir will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - tofacitinib
clarithromycin increases levels of tofacitinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Reduce tofacitinib dose to 5 mg qDay when coadministered with potent CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- tolterodine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of tolterodine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- tolvaptan
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of tolvaptan by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- topotecan
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of topotecan by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Product labeling for PO topotecan recommends avoiding concomitant use of P-gp inhibitors; the interaction with IV topotecan may be less severe but is still likely of clinical significance
- toremifene
clarithromycin increases levels of toremifene by decreasing metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Concurrent use of toremifene with agents causing QT prolongation should be avoided. If concomitant use is required it's recommended that toremifene be interrupted. If interruption not possible, patients requiring therapy with a drug that prolongs QT should be closely monitored. ECGs should be obtained for high risk patients.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of toremifene by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
clarithromycin and toremifene both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - trabectedin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of trabectedin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If strong CYP3A inhibitor must be used, short-term (eg, less than 14 days), administer strong CYP3A inhibitor 1 week after trabectedin infusion, and discontinue the day prior to next trabectedin infusion
- trazodone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of trazodone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
trazodone and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - triamcinolone acetonide injectable suspension
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of triamcinolone acetonide injectable suspension by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- triazolam
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of triazolam by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- triclabendazole
clarithromycin and triclabendazole both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- trifluoperazine
trifluoperazine and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- trimipramine
trimipramine and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- tucatinib
tucatinib will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid concomitant use of tucatinib with CYP3A substrates, where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious or life-threatening toxicities. If unavoidable, reduce CYP3A substrate dose according to product labeling.
- typhoid vaccine live
clarithromycin decreases effects of typhoid vaccine live by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Wait until Abx Tx complete to administer live bacterial vaccine.
- ubrogepant
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ubrogepant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated.
- umeclidinium bromide/vilanterol inhaled
clarithromycin increases toxicity of umeclidinium bromide/vilanterol inhaled by QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Exercise extreme caution when vilanterol coadministered with drugs that prolong QTc interval; adrenergic agonist effects on the cardiovascular system may be potentiated.
- vandetanib
clarithromycin, vandetanib. Either increases toxicity of the other by QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration with drugs known to prolong QT interval; if a drug known to prolong QT interval must be used, more frequent ECG monitoring is recommended.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of vandetanib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - vardenafil
clarithromycin and vardenafil both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- vemurafenib
vemurafenib and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Concomitant use of vemurafenib with drugs that prolong QT interval is not recommended. Clarithromycin may also increase levels of vemurafenib.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of vemurafenib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - venetoclax
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of venetoclax by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If a P-gp inhibitor must be used, reduce the venetoclax dose by at least 50%. Monitor more closely for signs of venetoclax toxicities.
- venlafaxine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of venlafaxine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- vilanterol/fluticasone furoate inhaled
clarithromycin increases toxicity of vilanterol/fluticasone furoate inhaled by QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Exercise extreme caution when vilanterol coadministered with drugs that prolong QTc interval; adrenergic agonist effects on the cardiovascular system may be potentiated.
- vilazodone
clarithromycin increases levels of vilazodone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If intolerable adverse effects occur when coadministered with moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors, reduce daily dose to 20 mg.
- vorapaxar
clarithromycin increases levels of vorapaxar by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- voriconazole
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of voriconazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- vorinostat
clarithromycin and vorinostat both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- voxelotor
voxelotor will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Voxelotor increases systemic exposure of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates. Avoid coadministration with sensitive CYP3A4 substrates with a narrow therapeutic index. Consider dose reduction of the sensitive CYP3A4 substrate(s) if unable to avoid.
- voxilaprevir
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of voxilaprevir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- zavegepant intranasal
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of zavegepant intranasal by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. OATP1B3 inhibitors may result in a significant increase in systemic exposure of zavegepant (an OATP1B3 substrate).
- ziprasidone
clarithromycin and ziprasidone both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
Monitor Closely (299)
- abemaciclib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of abemaciclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors increase plasma levels of abemaciclib and its metabolites. Abemaciclib dose reduction required. If a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor is discontinued, increase abemaciclib to the dose prior to initiating the strong inhibitor.
- albuterol
albuterol and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.
- alfentanil
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of alfentanil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- alfuzosin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of alfuzosin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin and alfuzosin both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. - alosetron
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of alosetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- amikacin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of amikacin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- amitriptyline
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of amitriptyline by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- amlodipine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of amlodipine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased effect of calcium channel blockers may lead to hypotension, edema, decreased HR, and acute kidney injury due to reduced renal blood flow
- apalutamide
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of apalutamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration of apalutamide with strong CYP3A4 or CYP2C8 inhibitors does not require initial dosage modification; however, dose reduction may be needed based on tolerability.
- arformoterol
arformoterol and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.
- armodafinil
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of armodafinil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- atazanavir
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of atazanavir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- atogepant
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of atogepant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Recommended atogepant dosage is 10 mg PO qDay when coadministered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- azithromycin
azithromycin and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.
- balsalazide
clarithromycin will decrease the level or effect of balsalazide by altering intestinal flora. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- bazedoxifene/conjugated estrogens
clarithromycin will decrease the level or effect of bazedoxifene/conjugated estrogens by altering intestinal flora. Applies only to oral forms of hormone. Low risk of contraceptive failure. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of bazedoxifene/conjugated estrogens by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - bedaquiline
clarithromycin and bedaquiline both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. ECG should be monitored closely
- belzutifan
belzutifan will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. If unable to avoid coadministration of belzutifan with sensitive CYP3A4 substrates, consider increasing the sensitive CYP3A4 substrate dose in accordance with its prescribing information.
- benzhydrocodone/acetaminophen
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of benzhydrocodone/acetaminophen by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase hydrocodone (benzhydrocodone is prodrug of hydrocodone) plasma concentrations and can result in potentially fatal respiratory depression
- berotralstat
clarithromycin increases levels of berotralstat by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Reduced berotralstat dose to 110 mg/day when coadministered with P-gp inhibitors.
- betrixaban
clarithromycin increases levels of betrixaban by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Decrease betrixaban dose to 80 mg PO once, then 40 mg PO qDay if coadministered with a P-gp inhibitor.
- bexarotene
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of bexarotene by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- biotin
clarithromycin will decrease the level or effect of biotin by altering intestinal flora. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- bortezomib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of bortezomib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- bosentan
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of bosentan by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- brentuximab vedotin
clarithromycin increases levels of brentuximab vedotin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor patients for adverse reactions. .
- brexpiprazole
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of brexpiprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Administer half of the usual brexpiprazole dose when coadministered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors. If also administered with a strong/moderate CYP2D6 inhibitor, administer a quarter of brexpiprazole dose.
- bromocriptine
clarithromycin increases levels of bromocriptine by decreasing metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased levels possibly due to CYP3A4 inhibition.
- budesonide
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of budesonide by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- buprenorphine subdermal implant
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of buprenorphine subdermal implant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Monitor patients already on buprenorphine subdermal implant who require newly-initiated treatment with CYP3A4 inhibitors for signs and symptoms of overmedication. If the dose of the concomitant CYP3A4 inhibitor cannot be reduced or discontinued, implant removal may be necessary and the patient should then be treated with a buprenorphine dosage form that permits dose adjustments. If a CYP3A4 inhibitor is discontinued in a patient who has been stabilized on buprenorphine, monitor the patient for withdrawal.
- buprenorphine, long-acting injection
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of buprenorphine, long-acting injection by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Patients who transfer to buprenorphine long-acting injection from transmucosal buprenorphine coadministered with CYP3A4 inhibitors should be monitored to ensure buprenorphine plasma levels are adequate. Within 2 weeks, if signs and symptoms of buprenorphine toxicity or overdose occur and the concomitant CYP3A4 inhibitor cannot be reduced or discontinued, transition the patient back to a buprenorphine formulation that permits dose adjustments.
- calcifediol
clarithromycin, calcifediol. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. CYP450 inhibitors may inhibit enzymes involved in vitamin D metabolism (CYP24A1 and CYP27B1). This may alter serum levels of calcifediol and decrease the conversion of calcifediol to calcitriol. Dose adjustment of calcifediol may be required, and serum 25hydroxyvitamin D, intact PTH, and serum calcium concentrations should be closely monitored when initiating or discontinuing a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor.
- cannabidiol
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of cannabidiol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Consider reducing the cannabidiol dose when coadministered with a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor.
- capmatinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of capmatinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- cariprazine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of cariprazine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors requires cariprazine dose reduction. See Dosage Modification section in drug monograph.
- cefdinir
clarithromycin decreases effects of cefdinir by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. bacteriostatic agents may inhibit the effects of bactericidal agents.
- cefditoren
clarithromycin decreases effects of cefditoren by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. bacteriostatic agents may inhibit the effects of bactericidal agents.
- cefoxitin
clarithromycin decreases effects of cefoxitin by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. bacteriostatic agents may inhibit the effects of bactericidal agents.
- cefpodoxime
clarithromycin decreases effects of cefpodoxime by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. bacteriostatic agents may inhibit the effects of bactericidal agents.
- cefuroxime
clarithromycin decreases effects of cefuroxime by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. bacteriostatic agents may inhibit the effects of bactericidal agents.
- cenobamate
cenobamate will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Increase dose of CYP3A4 substrate, as needed, when coadministered with cenobamate.
- ceritinib
clarithromycin increases levels of ceritinib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- cevimeline
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of cevimeline by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- chlordiazepoxide
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of chlordiazepoxide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- chlorpropamide
clarithromycin increases levels of chlorpropamide by plasma protein binding competition. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypoglycemia.
- cholic acid
clarithromycin increases toxicity of cholic acid by decreasing elimination. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Avoid concomitant use of inhibitors of the bile salt efflux pump (BSEP). May exacerbate accumulation of conjugated bile salts in the liver and result in clinical symptoms. If concomitant use is necessary, monitor serum transaminases and bilirubin.
- ciclesonide inhaled
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ciclesonide inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- cimetidine
cimetidine will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of cimetidine by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - clevidipine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of clevidipine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased effect of calcium channel blockers may lead to hypotension, edema, decreased HR, and acute kidney injury due to reduced renal blood flow
- clonazepam
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of clonazepam by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- clorazepate
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of clorazepate by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- conjugated estrogens
clarithromycin will decrease the level or effect of conjugated estrogens by altering intestinal flora. Applies only to oral forms of hormone. Low risk of contraceptive failure. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of conjugated estrogens by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - conjugated estrogens, vaginal
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of conjugated estrogens, vaginal by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- cortisone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of cortisone by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- crizotinib
clarithromycin increases levels of crizotinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Concomitant use of strong CYP3A inhibitors should be avoided. ECG monitoring is recommended, along with drugs that may prolong the QT interval.
- crofelemer
crofelemer increases levels of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Crofelemer has the potential to inhibit CYP3A4 at concentrations expected in the gut; unlikely to inhibit systemically because minimally absorbed.
- cyclosporine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of cyclosporine by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- dabigatran
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of dabigatran by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Atrial fibrillation: Avoid coadministering dabigatran with P-gp inhibitors if CrCl <30 mL/min. DVT/PE treatment: Avoid coadministering dabigatran with P-gp inhibitors if CrCl <50 mL/min
- dabrafenib
dabrafenib will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- dapsone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of dapsone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- darolutamide
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of darolutamide by Other (see comment). Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Darolutamide is a P-gp and CYP3A4 substrate. Closely monitor for increased adverse reactions and modify dose of darolutamide as needed when coadministered with drugs that are both P-gp and strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- darunavir
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of darunavir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Consider alternative antibiotics if clarithromycin coadministered with darunavir (plus ritonavir or cobicistat). If clarithromycin is necessary, no dose adjustment required with normal renal function; however, reduce clarithromycin dose by 50% with CrCl 30-60 mL/min and by 75% with CrCl <30 mL/min.
darunavir increases levels of clarithromycin by decreasing metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. No dose adjustment necessary in normal renal function. If ClCr = 30 60 ml/min, decr clarithromycin dose by 50%. If ClCr < 30 ml/min, decr clarithromycin dose by 75%. - dasatinib
clarithromycin and dasatinib both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- daunorubicin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of daunorubicin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- deferasirox
deferasirox will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- deflazacort
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of deflazacort by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Decrease deflazacort dose to one-third of the recommended dose if coadministered with moderate or strong CYP3A4 inhibitors.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of deflazacort by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - deutetrabenazine
clarithromycin and deutetrabenazine both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. At the maximum recommended dose, deutetrabenazine does not prolong QT interval to a clinically relevant extent. Certain circumstances may increase risk of torsade de pointes and/or sudden death in association with drugs that prolong the QTc interval (eg, bradycardia, hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia, coadministration with other drugs that prolong QTc interval, presence of congenital QT prolongation).
- dexamethasone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of dexamethasone by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- diazepam intranasal
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of diazepam intranasal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors may decrease rate of diazepam elimination, thereby increasing adverse reactions to diazepam.
- dienogest/estradiol valerate
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of dienogest/estradiol valerate by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor for potential adverse effects such as nausea, irregular uterine bleeding, breast tenderness and headache.
clarithromycin will decrease the level or effect of dienogest/estradiol valerate by altering intestinal flora. Applies only to oral forms of hormone. Low risk of contraceptive failure. Use Caution/Monitor. An alternate or additional form of birth control may be advisable during concomitant use. - digoxin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of digoxin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- diltiazem
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of diltiazem by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased effect of calcium channel blockers may lead to hypotension, edema, decreased HR, and acute kidney injury due to reduced renal blood flow
- disopyramide
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of disopyramide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- docetaxel
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of docetaxel by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of docetaxel by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - dolasetron
clarithromycin and dolasetron both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- donepezil
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of donepezil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- doravirine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of doravirine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration of doravirine and CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase plasma concentrations and toxicities of doravirine.
- doxepin cream
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of doxepin cream by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- doxorubicin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of doxorubicin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of doxorubicin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - doxorubicin liposomal
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of doxorubicin liposomal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of doxorubicin liposomal by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - dronabinol
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of dronabinol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Dronabinol is a CYP3A4 substrate.
- dutasteride
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of dutasteride by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- duvelisib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of duvelisib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Coadministration with a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor increases duvelisib AUC, which may increase the risk of duvelisib toxicities. Reduce duvelisib dose to 15 mg BID when coadministered with a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor.
duvelisib will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. will increase the level or effect of
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of duvelisib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - efavirenz
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of efavirenz by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- elagolix
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of elagolix by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Coadministration of elagolix 200 mg BID with strong CYP3A inhibitors for >1 month is not recommended. Limit elagolix dose to 150 mg qDay and CYP3A inhibitor duration of use to 6 months if coadministered.
elagolix will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Elagolix is a weak-to-moderate CYP3A4 inducer. Monitor CYP3A substrates if coadministered. Consider increasing CYP3A substrate dose if needed. - elvitegravir
clarithromycin increases levels of elvitegravir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Elvitegravir is a CYP3A4 substrate; if coadministered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase levels.
- elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF
elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF, clarithromycin. Either increases levels of the other by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Concentrations of clarithromycin and/or cobicistat may be increased; decrease clarithromycin dose by 50% if CrCl <60 mL/min.
- encorafenib
encorafenib, clarithromycin. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Encorafenib both inhibits and induces CYP3A4 at clinically relevant plasma concentrations. Coadministration of encorafenib with sensitive CYP3A4 substrates may result in increased toxicity or decreased efficacy of these agents.
- enfortumab vedotin
clarithromycin increases toxicity of enfortumab vedotin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enfortumab vedotin is an antibody-drug conjugate that releases monomethylauristatin E (MMAE) via proteolytic cleavage. MMAE is primarily metabolized by CYP3A4 in vitro. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase free MMAE exposure, which may increase the incidence or severity of toxicities.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of enfortumab vedotin by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration with dual P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase unconjugated small molecule microtubule disrupting agent, monomethyl auristatin E (MMAE) exposure, which may increase the risk of enfortumab vedotin toxicities. Closely monitor for signs of toxicities. - enzalutamide
enzalutamide will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- eplerenone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of eplerenone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- erlotinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of erlotinib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- erythromycin base
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of erythromycin base by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
erythromycin base will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. - erythromycin ethylsuccinate
erythromycin ethylsuccinate will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- erythromycin lactobionate
erythromycin lactobionate will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- erythromycin stearate
erythromycin stearate will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- estradiol
clarithromycin will decrease the level or effect of estradiol by altering intestinal flora. Applies only to oral forms of hormone. Low risk of contraceptive failure. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of estradiol by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - estradiol vaginal
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of estradiol vaginal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration with CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase plasma concentrations of estrogens and toxicities.
- estrogens conjugated synthetic
clarithromycin will decrease the level or effect of estrogens conjugated synthetic by altering intestinal flora. Applies only to oral forms of hormone. Low risk of contraceptive failure. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of estrogens conjugated synthetic by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - estrogens esterified
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of estrogens esterified by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- estropipate
clarithromycin will decrease the level or effect of estropipate by altering intestinal flora. Applies only to oral forms of hormone. Low risk of contraceptive failure. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of estropipate by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - eszopiclone
clarithromycin increases levels of eszopiclone by enhancing GI absorption. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin increases levels of eszopiclone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Reduce eszopiclone starting dose to 1 mg/day. - ethinylestradiol
clarithromycin will decrease the level or effect of ethinylestradiol by altering intestinal flora. Applies only to oral forms of hormone. Low risk of contraceptive failure. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- etoposide
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of etoposide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of etoposide by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - eucalyptus
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of eucalyptus by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ezogabine
ezogabine, clarithromycin. Either increases toxicity of the other by QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Slight and transient QT-prolongation observed with ezogabine, particularly when dose titrated to 1200 mg/day. QT interval should be monitored when ezogabine is prescribed with agents known to increase QT interval.
- fedratinib
fedratinib will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Adjust dose of drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates as necessary.
- felodipine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of felodipine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased effect of calcium channel blockers may lead to hypotension, edema, decreased HR, and acute kidney injury due to reduced renal blood flow
- finasteride
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of finasteride by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- flecainide
clarithromycin and flecainide both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- fludrocortisone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of fludrocortisone by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- fluoxetine
clarithromycin and fluoxetine both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- flurazepam
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of flurazepam by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- fluticasone furoate
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of fluticasone furoate by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure
- fluticasone inhaled
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure
- fluvoxamine
fluvoxamine and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- foscarnet
clarithromycin and foscarnet both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- fostamatinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of fostamatinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase exposure to R406 (fostamatinib major active metabolite). Monitor for toxicities that may require fostamatinib dose reduction.
- galantamine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of galantamine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- gefitinib
clarithromycin increases levels of gefitinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Coadministration of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase risk for gefitinib adverse effects.
- gemtuzumab
clarithromycin and gemtuzumab both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.
- gentamicin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of gentamicin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- glecaprevir/pibrentasvir
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of glecaprevir/pibrentasvir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- glimepiride
clarithromycin increases levels of glimepiride by plasma protein binding competition. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypoglycemia.
- glipizide
clarithromycin increases levels of glipizide by plasma protein binding competition. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypoglycemia.
- glyburide
clarithromycin increases levels of glyburide by plasma protein binding competition. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypoglycemia.
- goserelin
goserelin increases toxicity of clarithromycin by QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of torsades de pointes.
- guanfacine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of guanfacine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors significantly increase guanfacine plasma concentrations. FDA-approved labeling for extended-release (ER) guanfacine recommends that, if coadministered, the guanfacine dosage should be decreased to half of the recommended dose. Specific recommendations for immediate-release (IR) guanfacine are not available.
- histrelin
histrelin increases toxicity of clarithromycin by QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of torsades de pointes.
- hydrocodone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of hydrocodone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Coadministration with CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase hydrocodone plasma concentrations and can result in potentially fatal respiratory depression
- hydrocortisone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of hydrocortisone by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- hydroxyzine
hydroxyzine increases toxicity of clarithromycin by QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of torsades de pointes.
- ifosfamide
clarithromycin will decrease the level or effect of ifosfamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Coadministration of CYP3A4 inhibitors may decrease the metabolism of ifosfamide to its active alkylating metabolites and decrease the efficacy of ifosfamide.
- iloperidone
clarithromycin and iloperidone both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
iloperidone increases levels of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Iloperidone is a time-dependent CYP3A inhibitor and may lead to increased plasma levels of drugs predominantly eliminated by CYP3A4. - imatinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of imatinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of imatinib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - indacaterol, inhaled
clarithromycin increases levels of indacaterol, inhaled by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Data suggests that systemic clearance is influenced by modulation of both P-gp and CYP3A4 activities. No dose adjustment is warranted at the 75 mcg dose.
indacaterol, inhaled, clarithromycin. QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Drugs that are known to prolong the QTc interval may have an increased the risk of ventricular arrhythmias. - indinavir
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of indinavir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- isoniazid
isoniazid will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- isradipine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of isradipine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased effect of calcium channel blockers may lead to hypotension, edema, decreased HR, and acute kidney injury due to reduced renal blood flow
- istradefylline
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of istradefylline by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Do not exceed istradefylline 20 mg/day if coadministered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors.
istradefylline will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Istradefylline 40 mg/day increased peak levels and AUC of CYP3A4 substrates in clinical trials. This effect was not observed with istradefylline 20 mg/day. Consider dose reduction of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates. - itraconazole
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of itraconazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin and itraconazole both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. - ivacaftor
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ivacaftor by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Reduce ivacaftor dose if coadministered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors. See specific ivacaftor-containing product for precise dosage modification.
- ivermectin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ivermectin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ketoconazole
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ketoconazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lacosamide
clarithromycin increases levels of lacosamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Consider decreasing lacosamide dose when coadministered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- lansoprazole
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of lansoprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lapatinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of lapatinib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin and lapatinib both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. - lenacapavir
lenacapavir will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Lencapavir (a moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor) may increase CYP3A4 substrates initiated within 9 months after last SC dose of lenacapavir, which may increase potential risk of adverse reactions of CYP3A4 substrates.
- lenvatinib
clarithromycin and lenvatinib both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Lenvatinib prescribing information recommends monitoring ECG closely when coadministered with QT prolonging drugs.
- letermovir
clarithromycin increases levels of letermovir by decreasing metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadminstration of letermovir, an OATP1B1/3 substrate, with OATP1B1/3 inhibitors may increase letermovir plasma concentrations.
- leuprolide
leuprolide increases toxicity of clarithromycin by QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of torsades de pointes.
- levalbuterol
clarithromycin and levalbuterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.
- levamlodipine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of levamlodipine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Coadministration with moderate and strong CYP3A inhibitors results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. Monitor for symptoms of hypotension and edema when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A inhibitors to determine the need for dose adjustment.
- levofloxacin
clarithromycin and levofloxacin both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- levoketoconazole
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of levoketoconazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- levomilnacipran
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of levomilnacipran by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Do not exceed 80 mg/day of levomilnacipran when coadministered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors
- levonorgestrel oral/ethinylestradiol/ferrous bisglycinate
clarithromycin will decrease the level or effect of levonorgestrel oral/ethinylestradiol/ferrous bisglycinate by altering intestinal flora. Applies only to oral forms of hormone. Low risk of contraceptive failure. Use Caution/Monitor. Antibiotics may decrease hormonal contraceptive efficacy.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of levonorgestrel oral/ethinylestradiol/ferrous bisglycinate by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration with CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase the plasma hormone concentrations. Use of a nonhormonal contraceptive is recommended. - loperamide
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of loperamide by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lumacaftor/ivacaftor
clarithromycin increases levels of lumacaftor/ivacaftor by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Strong CYP3A inhibitors do not impact lumacaftor exposure, but increased ivacaftor exposure by 4.3-fold. Due to the induction effect of lumacaftor on CYP3A, at steady-state the net exposure of ivacaftor is not expected to exceed that when given in the absence of lumacaftor at a dose of 150 mg q12hr (the approved dose of ivacaftor monotherapy). Therefore, no dose adjustment is necessary when CYP3A inhibitors are initiated in patients currently taking lumacaftor/ivacaftor. However, when initiating lumacaftor/ivacaftor in patients taking strong CYP3A inhibitors, reduce the dose to 1 tablet daily (lumacaftor 200 mg/ivacaftor 125 mg total daily dose) for the first week of treatment to allow for the steady-state induction effect of lumacaftor. Following this period, continue with the recommended daily dose. No dose adjustment is required for moderate or weak CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- lumateperone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of lumateperone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Reduce lumateperone dose to 10.5 mg/day if coadministered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- maraviroc
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of maraviroc by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Decrease maraviroc dose to 150 mg BID when coadministered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of maraviroc by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - marijuana
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of marijuana by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- medroxyprogesterone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of medroxyprogesterone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- mestranol
clarithromycin will decrease the level or effect of mestranol by altering intestinal flora. Applies only to oral forms of hormone. Low risk of contraceptive failure. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of mestranol by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - methadone
clarithromycin and methadone both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- methylprednisolone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of methylprednisolone by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- mifepristone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of mifepristone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Do not exceed mifepristone 300 mg/day for Cushing syndrome when coadministered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors; combination may also prolong QT interval. Use alternatives if available
- mirvetuximab soravtansine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of mirvetuximab soravtansine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase unconjugated DM4 (a CYP3A4 substrate and the cytotoxic component of the antibody drug conjugate for mirvetuximab soravtansine) exposure, which may increase the risk of adverse reactions.
- mitotane
mitotane decreases levels of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Mitotane is a strong inducer of cytochrome P-4503A4; monitor when coadministered with CYP3A4 substrates for possible dosage adjustments.
- momelotinib
clarithromycin increases toxicity of momelotinib by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: OATP1B1/B3 inhibitor increases momelotinib (OATP1B1/B3 subtrate) plasma concentrations, which may increase the risk of adverse reactions with momelotinib.
- mometasone inhaled
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of mometasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases riak for systemic corticosteroid side effects
- mometasone, intranasal
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of mometasone, intranasal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- montelukast
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of montelukast by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- naldemedine
clarithromycin increases levels of naldemedine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor naldemedine for potential adverse effects if coadministered with strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors.
clarithromycin increases levels of naldemedine by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor naldemedine for potential adverse effects if coadministered with P-gp inhibitors. - nateglinide
clarithromycin decreases levels of nateglinide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. May result in hypoglycemia; monitor glucose levels closely.
- nelfinavir
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of nelfinavir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- neomycin PO
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of neomycin PO by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- netupitant/palonosetron
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of netupitant/palonosetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Netupitant is mainly metabolized by CYP3A4; no dosage adjustment is required
- nicardipine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of nicardipine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased effect of calcium channel blockers may lead to hypotension, edema, decreased HR, and acute kidney injury due to reduced renal blood flow
- nifedipine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of nifedipine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased effect of calcium channel blockers may lead to hypotension, edema, decreased HR, and acute kidney injury due to reduced renal blood flow; consider initiating nifedipine at the lowest dose available if given concomitantly with this medication
- nilotinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of nilotinib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- nimodipine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of nimodipine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased effect of calcium channel blockers may lead to hypotension, edema, decreased HR, and acute kidney injury due to reduced renal blood flow
- nintedanib
clarithromycin increases levels of nintedanib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. If nintedanib adverse effects occur, management may require interruption, dose reduction, or discontinuation of therapy.
- nirmatrelvir
nirmatrelvir will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Do not exceed clarithromycin doses >1,000 mg/day in patients taking protease inhibitors. Consider clarithromcycin dose reduction in patients with renal impairment.
- nirmatrelvir/ritonavir
nirmatrelvir/ritonavir will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Do not exceed clarithromycin doses >1,000 mg/day in patients taking protease inhibitors. Consider clarithromcycin dose reduction in patients with renal impairment.
- nisoldipine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of nisoldipine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased effect of calcium channel blockers may lead to hypotension, edema, decreased HR, and acute kidney injury due to reduced renal blood flow
- nitrendipine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of nitrendipine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- norgestrel
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of norgestrel by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase systemic concentration of norgestrel, which may increase risk for adverse effects
- ofloxacin
clarithromycin and ofloxacin both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- oliceridine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of oliceridine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. If concomitant use is necessary, may require less frequent oliceridine dosing. Closely monitor for respiratory depression and sedation and titrate subsequent doses accordingly. If inhibitor is discontinued, consider increase oliceridine dosage until stable drug effects are achieved. Monitor for signs of opioid withdrawal.
- olodaterol inhaled
clarithromycin and olodaterol inhaled both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Drugs that prolong the QTc interval and may potentiate the effects of beta2 agonists on the cardiovascular system; increased risk of ventricular arrhythmias
- osilodrostat
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of osilodrostat by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Reduce dose of osilodrostat, a CYP3A4 substrate, by half when coadministered with a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor.
osilodrostat and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. - osimertinib
osimertinib and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Conduct periodic monitoring with ECGs and electrolytes in patients taking drugs known to prolong the QTc interval.
- ospemifene
clarithromycin increases levels of ospemifene by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- oxaliplatin
oxaliplatin will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor for ECG changes if therapy is initiated in patients with drugs known to prolong QT interval.
- oxybutynin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of oxybutynin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ozanimod
ozanimod and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. The potential additive effects on heart rate, treatment with ozanimod should generally not be initiated in patients who are concurrently treated with QT prolonging drugs with known arrhythmogenic properties.
- paclitaxel
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of paclitaxel by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of paclitaxel by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - paclitaxel protein bound
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of paclitaxel protein bound by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of paclitaxel protein bound by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - paliperidone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of paliperidone by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin and paliperidone both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. - panobinostat
clarithromycin increases levels of panobinostat by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Reduce panobinostat starting dose to 10 mg if coadministered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- pantothenic acid
clarithromycin will decrease the level or effect of pantothenic acid by altering intestinal flora. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- parecoxib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of parecoxib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- paricalcitol
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of paricalcitol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- paromomycin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of paromomycin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- paroxetine
clarithromycin and paroxetine both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- pasireotide
clarithromycin and pasireotide both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- pazopanib
clarithromycin and pazopanib both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.
- perampanel
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of perampanel by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- pimozide
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of pimozide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- pioglitazone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of pioglitazone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- piperacillin
clarithromycin decreases effects of piperacillin by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. bacteriostatic agents may inhibit the effects of bactericidal agents.
- pitavastatin
clarithromycin increases toxicity of pitavastatin by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: OATP1B1 inhibitors may increase risk of myopathy.
- polatuzumab vedotin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of polatuzumab vedotin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Polatuzumab undergoes catabolism to small peptides, amino acids, monomethyl auristatin E (MMAE), and unconjugated MMAE-related catabolites. MMAE is a CYP3A4 substrate. Coadministration of polatuzumab vedotin with a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor may increase unconjugated MMAE AUC, which may increase polatuzumab vedotin toxicities.
- posaconazole
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of posaconazole by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin and posaconazole both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. - pravastatin
clarithromycin increases levels of pravastatin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor for myopathy; do not exceed pravastatin dose of 40 mg/day when coadministered with clarithromycin .
clarithromycin increases toxicity of pravastatin by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: OATP1B1 inhibitors may increase risk of myopathy. - praziquantel
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of praziquantel by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- prednisolone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of prednisolone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of prednisolone by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - prednisone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of prednisone by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin increases levels of prednisone by decreasing metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of toxic steroid concentrations and altered mental status. - propafenone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of propafenone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- pyridoxine
clarithromycin will decrease the level or effect of pyridoxine by altering intestinal flora. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- pyridoxine (Antidote)
clarithromycin will decrease the level or effect of pyridoxine (Antidote) by altering intestinal flora. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- quazepam
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of quazepam by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- quetiapine
quetiapine, clarithromycin. Either increases toxicity of the other by QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Avoid use with drugs that prolong QT and in patients with risk factors for prolonged QT interval. Postmarketing cases show QT prolongation with overdose in patients with concomitant illness or with drugs known to cause electrolyte imbalance or prolong QT.
- quinine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of quinine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin and quinine both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. - quizartinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of quizartinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Reduce quizartinib dosage to 26.5 mg qDay (if current dosage is 53 mg/day) or 17.7 mg qDay (if current dosage is 26.5 mg/day or 35.4 mg/day) when coadministered with strong CYP3A inhibitors. If current dosage is 17.7 mg qDay, interrupt quizartinib for the duration of strong CYP3A inhibitor use. After discontinuation of a strong CYP3A inhibitor for 5 half-lives, resume quizartinib dose that was taken before initiating the strong inhibitor.
quizartinib, clarithromycin. Either increases effects of the other by QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Monitor patients more frequently with ECG if coadministered with QT prolonging drugs. - rabeprazole
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ranolazine
clarithromycin and ranolazine both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- rifabutin
rifabutin will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- rifampin
rifampin will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- rifaximin
clarithromycin increases levels of rifaximin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- rilpivirine
clarithromycin increases levels of rilpivirine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Where possible, alternatives such as azithromycin should be considered.
rilpivirine increases toxicity of clarithromycin by QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Rilpivirine should be used with caution when co-administered with a drug with a known risk of Torsades de Pointes. - riociguat
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of riociguat by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ripretinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ripretinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration with a strong CYP3A inhibitor will increase systemic exposure to ripretinib and its active metabolite (DP-5439), which may increase risk of adverse reactions.
- risperidone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of risperidone by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin and risperidone both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. - ritonavir
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ritonavir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- romidepsin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of romidepsin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin and romidepsin both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. - rosiglitazone
clarithromycin increases levels of rosiglitazone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. May result in hypoglycemia; monitor glucose levels closely.
- rucaparib
rucaparib will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Adjust dosage of CYP3A4 substrates, if clinically indicated.
- sacubitril/valsartan
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of sacubitril/valsartan by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. The results from an in vitro study with human liver tissue indicate that valsartan is a substrate of the hepatic uptake transporter OATP1B1; coadministration with OATP1B1 inhibitors may increase valsartan systemic exposure
- salmeterol
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. - saquinavir
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of saquinavir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- saxagliptin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of saxagliptin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Limit saxagliptin dose to 2.5 mg/day when coadministered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors
- selpercatinib
selpercatinib increases toxicity of clarithromycin by QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.
- silodosin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of silodosin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- sirolimus
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of sirolimus by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- sodium picosulfate/magnesium oxide/anhydrous citric acid
clarithromycin decreases effects of sodium picosulfate/magnesium oxide/anhydrous citric acid by altering metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration with antibiotics decreases efficacy by altering colonic bacterial flora needed to convert sodium picosulfate to active drug.
- sofosbuvir/velpatasvir
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of sofosbuvir/velpatasvir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- sorafenib
sorafenib and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.
- St John's Wort
St John's Wort will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- stiripentol
stiripentol, clarithromycin. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Stiripentol is a CYP3A4 inhibitor and inducer. Monitor CYP3A4 substrates coadministered with stiripentol for increased or decreased effects. CYP3A4 substrates may require dosage adjustment.
- streptomycin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of streptomycin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- sufentanil
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of sufentanil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- sufentanil SL
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of sufentanil SL by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration of sufentanil SL with any CYP3A4 inhibitor may increase sufentanil plasma concentration, and, thereby increase or prolonged adverse effects, including potentially fatal respiratory depression.
- sulfamethoxazole
clarithromycin and sulfamethoxazole both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- tacrolimus
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of tacrolimus by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tacrolimus ointment
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of tacrolimus ointment by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tamoxifen
clarithromycin, tamoxifen. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibition decreases metabolism of tamoxifen to N-desmethyl tamoxifen (active metabolite with similar biologic activity).
- tasimelteon
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of tasimelteon by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tazemetostat
tazemetostat will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tecovirimat
tecovirimat will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Tecovirimat is a weak CYP3A4 inducer. Monitor sensitive CYP3A4 substrates for effectiveness if coadministered.
- telavancin
clarithromycin and telavancin both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- teniposide
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of teniposide by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- terbinafine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of terbinafine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tezacaftor
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of tezacaftor by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Adjust tezacaftor dosage regimen if coadministered with a strong CYP3A inhibitor.
- thiamine
clarithromycin will decrease the level or effect of thiamine by altering intestinal flora. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ticagrelor
clarithromycin increases levels of ticagrelor by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Ticagrelor is metabolized by CYP3A4/5. Avoid use with strong CYP3A inhibitors.
- tinidazole
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of tinidazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tisotumab vedotin
clarithromycin increases levels of tisotumab vedotin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Tisotumab vedotin?s active metabolite (MMAE) is a CYP3A4 substrate. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase unconjugated MMAE systemic exposure and increase risk of adverse effects.
- tobramycin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of tobramycin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tolazamide
clarithromycin increases levels of tolazamide by plasma protein binding competition. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypoglycemia.
- tolbutamide
clarithromycin increases levels of tolbutamide by plasma protein binding competition. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypoglycemia.
- tolvaptan
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of tolvaptan by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tramadol
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of tramadol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- trimethoprim
clarithromycin and trimethoprim both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- trimipramine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of trimipramine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- triptorelin
triptorelin increases toxicity of clarithromycin by QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of torsades de pointes.
- tropisetron
clarithromycin and tropisetron both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- ulipristal
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ulipristal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- umeclidinium bromide/vilanterol inhaled
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of umeclidinium bromide/vilanterol inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Vilanterol is a CYP3A4 substrate; coadministration with potent CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase systemic exposure
- upadacitinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of upadacitinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Caution if upadacitinib is coadministered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- valbenazine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of valbenazine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Reduce valbenazine dose to 40 mg once daily when coadministered with a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor.
valbenazine and clarithromycin both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. - valsartan
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of valsartan by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. The results from an in vitro study with human liver tissue indicate that valsartan is a substrate of the hepatic uptake transporter OATP1B1; coadministration with OATP1B1 inhibitors may increase valsartan systemic exposure
- vardenafil
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of vardenafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Limit vardenafil dose to 2.5 mg/24 hr
- velpatasvir
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of velpatasvir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- venlafaxine
clarithromycin and venlafaxine both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- verapamil
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased effect of calcium channel blockers may lead to hypotension, edema, decreased HR, and acute kidney injury due to reduced renal blood flow
- vilanterol/fluticasone furoate inhaled
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of vilanterol/fluticasone furoate inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Fluticasone furoate and vilanterol are both CYP3A4 substrates; coadministration with potent CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase systemic exposure
- vinblastine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of vinblastine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of vinblastine by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - vincristine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of vincristine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of vincristine by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - vincristine liposomal
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of vincristine liposomal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of vincristine liposomal by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - vinorelbine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of vinorelbine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- voclosporin
voclosporin, clarithromycin. Either increases effects of the other by QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.
- voriconazole
clarithromycin and voriconazole both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- warfarin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of warfarin by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Warfarin's less potent R-enantiomer is metabolized in part by CYP3A4 (and also CYP1A2 and CYP2C19). Monitor INR more frequently if coadministered with inhibitors of these isoenzymes and adjust warfarin dose if needed.
- zanubrutinib
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of zanubrutinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Reduce zanubrutinib (a CYP3A4 substrate) to 80 mg PO BID when coadministered with a moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor. Interrupt dose as recommended for adverse reactions. After discontinuing the CYP3A4 inhibitor, resume previous zanubrutinib dose.
- zidovudine
clarithromycin increases toxicity of zidovudine by unknown mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased risk of myelosuppression.
clarithromycin, zidovudine. Mechanism: unknown. Use Caution/Monitor. Clarithromycin may increase or decrease levels of zidovudine. Literature describes conflicting reports. Separate administration by minimum 2 to 4 hours. . - ziprasidone
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ziprasidone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- zonisamide
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of zonisamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
Minor (84)
- acetazolamide
acetazolamide will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- aliskiren
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of aliskiren by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of aliskiren by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Minor/Significance Unknown. - alvimopan
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of alvimopan by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- ambrisentan
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ambrisentan by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ambrisentan by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Minor/Significance Unknown. - amobarbital
amobarbital will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
amobarbital decreases levels of clarithromycin by increasing elimination. Minor/Significance Unknown. - amoxicillin
clarithromycin decreases effects of amoxicillin by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- ampicillin
clarithromycin decreases effects of ampicillin by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- anastrozole
anastrozole will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- apixaban
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of apixaban by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Although clarithromycin is a combined P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inhibitor, the manufacturer has stated that pharmacokinetic data suggest that no dose adjustment is necessary with concomitant administration
- aprepitant
aprepitant will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- armodafinil
armodafinil will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of armodafinil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Minor/Significance Unknown. - artemether/lumefantrine
artemether/lumefantrine will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- atazanavir
atazanavir will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- bosentan
bosentan will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- budesonide
budesonide will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- butabarbital
butabarbital will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
butabarbital decreases levels of clarithromycin by increasing elimination. Minor/Significance Unknown. - butalbital
butalbital will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
butalbital decreases levels of clarithromycin by increasing elimination. Minor/Significance Unknown. - chlorpropamide
clarithromycin increases levels of chlorpropamide by unknown mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of hepatotoxicity.
- conivaptan
conivaptan will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- cortisone
cortisone will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- cyclophosphamide
cyclophosphamide will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- cyclosporine
cyclosporine will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- darifenacin
darifenacin will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- darunavir
darunavir will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- dasatinib
dasatinib will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- dexamethasone
dexamethasone will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- DHEA, herbal
DHEA, herbal will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- dicloxacillin
clarithromycin decreases effects of dicloxacillin by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- dronedarone
dronedarone will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- efavirenz
efavirenz will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- eslicarbazepine acetate
eslicarbazepine acetate will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- ethinylestradiol
ethinylestradiol will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- etravirine
etravirine will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- fexofenadine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of fexofenadine by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- fluconazole
fluconazole will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- fludrocortisone
fludrocortisone will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- fosamprenavir
fosamprenavir will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- fosaprepitant
fosaprepitant will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- fosphenytoin
fosphenytoin will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- ganaxolone
clarithromycin, ganaxolone. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Changes in ganaxolone exposures when coadministered with strong, moderate, or weak CYP3A4 inhibitors are not expected to be clinically significant.
- grapefruit
grapefruit will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- griseofulvin
griseofulvin will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- hydrocortisone
hydrocortisone will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- indinavir
indinavir will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- ixazomib
clarithromycin, ixazomib. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. In clinical trials, coadministration of ixazomib with strong CYP3A inhibitors did not result in a clinically meaningful change in the systemic exposure of ixazomib.
- lapatinib
lapatinib will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- loratadine
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of loratadine by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- lumefantrine
lumefantrine will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- marijuana
marijuana will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- methylprednisolone
methylprednisolone will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
clarithromycin increases levels of methylprednisolone by decreasing metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. - metronidazole
metronidazole will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- miconazole vaginal
miconazole vaginal will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- nafcillin
clarithromycin decreases effects of nafcillin by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Minor/Significance Unknown. bacteriostatic antibiotics may interfere with the bactericidal actions of penicillins.
- nelfinavir
nelfinavir will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- nevirapine
nevirapine will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- nifedipine
nifedipine will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- nilotinib
nilotinib will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- oxacillin
clarithromycin decreases effects of oxacillin by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Minor/Significance Unknown. bacteriostatic agents may inhibit the effects of bactericidal agents.
- oxcarbazepine
oxcarbazepine will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- penicillin G aqueous
clarithromycin decreases effects of penicillin G aqueous by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- penicillin VK
clarithromycin decreases effects of penicillin VK by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- pentobarbital
pentobarbital will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
pentobarbital decreases levels of clarithromycin by increasing elimination. Minor/Significance Unknown. - phenobarbital
phenobarbital will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
phenobarbital decreases levels of clarithromycin by increasing elimination. Minor/Significance Unknown. - phenytoin
phenytoin will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- pivmecillinam
clarithromycin decreases effects of pivmecillinam by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- posaconazole
posaconazole will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- prednisone
prednisone will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- primidone
primidone will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
primidone decreases levels of clarithromycin by increasing elimination. Minor/Significance Unknown. - quinupristin/dalfopristin
quinupristin/dalfopristin will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- ramelteon
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ramelteon by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- rifapentine
rifapentine will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- ritonavir
ritonavir will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- rufinamide
rufinamide will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- secobarbital
secobarbital will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
secobarbital decreases levels of clarithromycin by increasing elimination. Minor/Significance Unknown. - temocillin
clarithromycin decreases effects of temocillin by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- theophylline
clarithromycin increases levels of theophylline by decreasing metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- ticarcillin
clarithromycin decreases effects of ticarcillin by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- topiramate
topiramate will decrease the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- valproic acid
clarithromycin increases levels of valproic acid by decreasing metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- verapamil
verapamil will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- voriconazole
voriconazole will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- zafirlukast
zafirlukast will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- zaleplon
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of zaleplon by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- zolpidem
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of zolpidem by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
Adverse Effects
>10%
Gastrointestinal (GI) effects, general (13%)
1-10%
Abnormal taste (adults, 3-7%)
Diarrhea (3-6%)
Nausea (adults, 3-6%)
Vomiting (adults, 1%; children, 6%)
Elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN; 4%)
Abdominal pain (adults, 2%; children, 3%)
Rash (children, 3%)
Dyspepsia (2%)
Heartburn (adults, 2%)
Headache (2%)
Elevated prothrombin time (PT; 1%)
<1%
Anaphylaxis
Anorexia
Anxiety
Clostridium difficile colitis
Dizziness
Dyspnea
Elevated liver function tests
Glossitis
Hallucinations
Hepatic dysfunction
Hepatitis
Hypoglycemia
Increased alkaline phosphatase
Increased aspartate aminotransferase
Increased bilirubin
Increased serum creatinine
Jaundice
Leukopenia
Manic behavior
Neuromuscular blockade
Neutropenia
Pancreatitis
Psychosis
QT prolongation
Seizures
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Thrombocytopenia
Postmarketing Reports
Blood and lymphatic system disorders: Thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis
Cardiac disorders: Torsades de pointes, ventricular tachycardia, ventricular arrhythmia
Ear and labyrinth disorders: Deafness was reported chiefly in elderly women and was usually reversible
Gastrointestinal disorders: Pancreatitis acute, tongue discoloration, tooth discoloration
Hepatobiliary disorders: Hepatic failure, jaundice hepatocellular
Immune system disorders: Anaphylactic reaction, angioedema
Infections and infestations: Pseudomembranous colitis
Investigations: Prothrombin time prolonged, white blood cell count decreased, international normalized ratio increased; abnormal urine color has been reported, associated with hepatic failure
Metabolism and nutrition disorders: Hypoglycemia has been reported in patients taking oral hypoglycemic agents or insulin
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders: Myopathy, rhabdomyolysis was reported and in some of the reports, clarithromycin was administered concomitantly with statins, fibrates, colchicine or allopurinol
Nervous system disorders: Convulsion, ageusia, parosmia, anosmia, paraesthesia Psychiatric disorders:
Psychotic disorder, confusional state, depersonalization, depression, disorientation, manic behavior, hallucination, abnormal behavior, abnormal dreams
Renal and urinary disorders: Nephritis interstitial, renal failure
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), Henoch-Schonlein purpura, acne
Vascular disorders: Hemorrhage
Other: Reports of colchicine toxicity, some resulting in death, with concomitant use of clarithromycin and colchicine, especially in the elderly, some of which occurred in patients with renal insufficiency
Use may result in fungal or bacterial superinfection
Decreased survival observed in HIV patients with mycobacterium avium complex treated with clarithromycin doses above maximum recommended dose; maximum recommended dosing should not be exceeded in this population; development of resistance to clarithromycin observed when used as prophylaxis and treatment of MAC infection
Warnings
Contraindications
Documented hypersensitivity
Coadministration with pimozide, cisapride, ergotamine, and dihydroergotamine
History of cholestatic jaundice or hepatic dysfunction associated with previous use of clarithromycin
Coadministration with colchicine in patients with renal or hepatic impairment
Coadministration with HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins) that are extensively metabolized by CYP3A4 (lovastatin, simvastatin), due to the increased risk of myopathy, including rhabdomyolysis
Cautions
Acute hypersensitivity reactions; discontinue immediately if severe hypersensitivity reactions occur (eg, anaphylaxis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, TEN, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms [DRESS] syndrome, Henoch-Schonlein purpura)
Associated with QT interval prolongation and infrequent cases of arrhythmias, including torsade de pointes; avoid using with ongoing proarrhythmic conditions (eg, uncorrected hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia), clinically significant bradycardia; patients aged ≥65 yr may be more susceptible to drug-associated QT prolongation (also see Drug Interaction Overview)
Hepatic dysfunction, including increased liver enzyme activity and hepatocellular or cholestatic hepatitis, with or without jaundice, have been reported; this may be severe and is usually reversible
Discontinue clarithromycin immediately if signs and symptoms of hepatitis occur (eg, anorexia, jaundice, dark urine, pruritus, tender abdomen)
May increase morbidity among patients with coronary heart disease who received a 2-week course of clarithromycin; in an observational study, this risk became apparent after patients had been followed for ≥1 year; based on this study, the FDA added a warning to the prescribing information (CLARICOR trial; BMJ 2006;332:22-7)
Clostridium difficile associated diarrhea reported with use of nearly all antibacterial agents, including clarithromycin
Not for use in pregnancy, except when there is no alternative therapy; apprise patient about potential hazard to fetus if pregnancy occurs while in therapy
Exacerbation of myasthenia gravis or new onset of symptoms reported
Drug interaction overview
- Clarithromycin is a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor and also inhibits P-pg transport (ABCB1)
CYP3A4
- Clarithromycin is a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor; drugs primarily metabolized by CYP3A4 may result in higher exposure to these medications (also see Contraindications)
- Reduce colchicine dose if coadministered with clarithromycin in patients with normal hepatic and renal function (contraindicated with hepatic and renal impairment)
- Decrease dose of atorvastatin or pravastatin if coadministered with clarithromycin
- Coadministration of clarithromycin with oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia; examples of or hypoglycemic agents that are CYP3A substrates include nateglinide, pioglitazone, repaglinide and rosiglitazone
QT prolongation
- Contraindicated with pimozide with cisapride (each are known to prolong QT interval and are also CYP3A4 substrates)
- Avoid coadministration with drugs with known risk of QT prolongation
- Coadministration with quetiapine may result in quetiapine related toxicities including neuroleptic malignant syndrome, QT prolongation, somnolence, orthostatic hypotension, altered state of consciousness
- Cautiously monitor if coadministered with drugs that may prolong QT interval
Other interactions
- Macrolides may increase the serum concentration of vitamin K antagonists (eg, warfarin); monitor INR
- Increased and prolonged sedation may occur when coadministered with benzodiazepines (eg, triazolam, midazolam)
- May increase digoxin levels via P-gp inhibition
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy
Based on findings from animal studies, drug is not recommended for use in pregnant women except in clinical circumstances where no alternative therapy is appropriate; if pregnancy occurs while taking drug, patient should be apprised of potential hazard to fetus
Limited data from a small number of published human studies with therapy use during pregnancy are insufficient to inform drug-associated risks of major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes
Animal data
- In animal reproduction studies, administration of oral clarithromycin to pregnant mice, rats, rabbits, and monkeys during the period of organogenesis produced malformations in rats (cardiovascular anomalies) and mice (cleft palate) at clinically relevant doses based on body surface area comparison; fetal effects in mice, rats, and monkeys (e.g., reduced fetal survival, body weight, body weight gain) and implantation losses in rabbits were generally considered to be secondary to maternal toxicity
Lactation
Based on limited human data, clarithromycin and its active metabolite 14-OH clarithromycin are present in human milk at less than 2% of the maternal weight-adjusted dose; in a separate observational study, reported adverse effects on breast-fed children (rash, diarrhea, loss of appetite, somnolence) were comparable to amoxicillin; no data are available to assess effects of clarithromycin or 14-OH clarithromycin on milk production
Development and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with mother’s clinical need for drug and any potential adverse effects on breast-fed child from therapy or from underlying maternal condition
Pregnancy Categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk. C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done. D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk. X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist. NA: Information not available.Pharmacology
Mechanism of Action
Semisynthetic macrolide antibiotic that reversibly binds to P site of 50S ribosomal subunit of susceptible organisms and may inhibit RNA-dependent protein synthesis by stimulating dissociation of peptidyl t-RNA from ribosomes, thereby inhibiting bacterial growth
Absorption
Highly stable in presence of gastric acid (unlike erythromycin); food delays but does not affect extent of absorption
Bioavailability: 50%
Peak plasma time: 2-3 hr (immediate release); 5-8 hr (extended release)
Distribution
Distributed widely into most body tissues except central nervous system (CNS)
Protein bound: 42-50%
Metabolism
Partially metabolized by CYP3A4
Metabolites: 14-OH clarithromycin (active)
Elimination
Half-life: Immediate release, 3-7 hr; active metabolite, 5-9 hr
Renal clearance: Approximates normal glomerular filtration rate (GFR)
Excretion: Urine (30-55%)
Administration
Preparation of Oral Suspension
Add half the volume of water to the bottle containing granules and shake vigorously, THEN
Add the remainder of water to the bottle and shake
Shake well before each use
Volume of water to add
- 125 mg/5 mL (50-mL bottle): 27 mL
- 125 mg/5 mL (100-mL bottle): 55 mL
- 250 mg/5 mL (50-mL bottle): 27 mL
- 250 mg/5 mL (100-mL bottle): 55 mL
Oral Administration
Tablet or granules may be administered with or without food
Extended-release tablet
- Administer with food
- Swallow whole; do not chew, break, or crush
Storage
Tablets: Store at controlled room temperature of 20-25°C (68-77°F); excursions permitted to 15-30°C (59-86°F)
Granules for oral suspension
- Granules: Store below 25°C (77°F) in a well-closed container
Reconstituted
- Do not refrigerate after reconstituting granules
- After mixing, store at 15-30°C (59-86°F) and use within 14 days
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Patient Handout
clarithromycin oral
CLARITHROMYCIN - ORAL
(kla-RITH-roe-MYE-sin)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Biaxin
USES: Clarithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication can also be used in combination with anti-ulcer medications to treat certain types of stomach ulcers. It may also be used to prevent certain bacterial infections. Clarithromycin is known as a macrolide antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually every 12 hours. If stomach upset occurs, you may take it with food or milk.For the best effect, take this antibiotic at evenly spaced times. To help you remember, take this medication at the same time(s) every day.The dosage and length of treatment are based on your medical condition and response to treatment. In children, the dosage may also be based on weight.If you are using this medication to treat an infection, continue to take this medication until the full prescribed amount is finished, even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too early may result in a return of the infection. Tell your doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse.If you are taking this medication to prevent certain bacterial infections, take it exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not stop taking the medication without your doctor's approval. Tell your doctor if you develop signs of infection such as fever or night sweats.
SIDE EFFECTS: Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, headache, and changes in taste may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: nausea/vomiting that doesn't stop, hearing loss, mental/mood changes, muscle weakness, eye problems (such as drooping eyelids, blurred vision), trouble speaking, severe stomach/abdominal pain, dark urine, yellowing of eyes or skin.This medication may rarely cause a severe intestinal condition due to a bacteria called C. difficile. This condition may occur during treatment or weeks to months after treatment has stopped. Tell your doctor right away if you develop: diarrhea that doesn't stop, abdominal or stomach pain/cramping, blood/mucus in your stool.If you have these symptoms, do not use anti-diarrhea or opioid products because they may make symptoms worse.Use of this medication for prolonged or repeated periods may result in oral thrush or a new yeast infection. Contact your doctor if you notice white patches in your mouth, a change in vaginal discharge, or other new symptoms.Get medical help right away if you have any very serious side effects, including: severe dizziness, fainting, fast/irregular heartbeat.A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: fever that doesn't go away, new or worsening lymph node swelling, rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.In the US -Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
PRECAUTIONS: Before taking clarithromycin, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other macrolide antibiotics (such as erythromycin, azithromycin); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: liver disease (including liver problems with past clarithromycin use), kidney disease, heart disease (coronary artery disease, heart attack), a certain type of muscle disease (myasthenia gravis).Clarithromycin may cause a condition that affects the heart rhythm (QT prolongation). QT prolongation can rarely cause serious (rarely fatal) fast/irregular heartbeat and other symptoms (such as severe dizziness, fainting) that need medical attention right away.The risk of QT prolongation may be increased if you have certain medical conditions or are taking other drugs that may cause QT prolongation. Before using clarithromycin, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the drugs you take and if you have any of the following conditions: certain heart problems (heart failure, slow heartbeat, QT prolongation in the EKG), family history of certain heart problems (QT prolongation in the EKG, sudden cardiac death).Low levels of potassium or magnesium in the blood may also increase your risk of QT prolongation. This risk may increase if you use certain drugs (such as diuretics/"water pills") or if you have conditions such as severe sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting. Talk to your doctor about using clarithromycin safely.Clarithromycin may cause live bacterial vaccines (such as typhoid vaccine) to not work well. Tell your health care professional that you are using clarithromycin before having any immunizations/vaccinations.Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially hearing loss and QT prolongation (see above).During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.This medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.Many drugs besides clarithromycin may affect the heart rhythm (QT prolongation), including amiodarone, disopyramide, dofetilide, pacritinib, pimozide, procainamide, quinidine, sotalol, among others.Other medications can affect the removal of clarithromycin from your body, which may affect how clarithromycin works. Examples include efavirenz, nevirapine, posaconazole, rifamycins (such as rifabutin), saquinavir, among others.Clarithromycin can slow down the removal of other medications from your body, which may affect how they work. Examples of affected drugs include colchicine, digoxin, some drugs used to treat erectile dysfunction-ED/pulmonary hypertension (such as sildenafil, tadalafil), ergot alkaloids (such as ergotamine, dihydroergotamine), flibanserin, some statin drugs (such as lovastatin, simvastatin), tamsulosin, tolvaptan, ticagrelor, among others.
OVERDOSE: If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others.This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only. Do not use it later for another infection unless your doctor tells you to.Lab and/or medical tests (such as cultures, liver/kidney function) may be done while you are taking this medication. Keep all medical and lab appointments. Consult your doctor for more details.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets.Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.
Information last revised December 2022. Copyright(c) 2023 First Databank, Inc.
IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.
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