Dosing & Uses
Dosage Forms & Strengths
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir
tablet
- 90mg/400mg
Hepatitis C Virus Infection
Indicated for adults with chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) genotypes 1, 4, 5, or 6 infection
1 tablet (90 mg/400 mg) PO qDay
Treatment duration
- The following regimens also apply to HCV/HIV-1 coinfection
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Genotype 1
Treatment-naïve without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh A): 12 weeks; may consider 8 weeks in treatment-naïve patients without cirrhosis who have pretreatment HCV RNA <6 million IU/mL
Treatment-experienced (ie, those who have failed a peginterferon alfa + ribavirin based regimen with or without an HCV protease inhibitor) without cirrhosis: 12 weeks
Treatment-experienced with compensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh A): 24 weeks; may also consider adding daily weight-based ribavirin
Treatment-naïve and treatment-experienced with decompensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh B or C), including those who have undergone liver transplantation: 12 weeks in combination with ribavirin
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Genotypes 1 or 4
- Treatment-naïve and treatment-experienced without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh A), including those who have undergone liver transplantation: 12 weeks in combination with ribavirin
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Genotypes 4, 5, or 6
- Treatment-naïve and treatment-experienced, without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh A): 12 weeks
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Ribavirin dosing
- <75 kg with or without decompensated cirrhosis: 1000 mg PO q12hr
- ≥75 kg with or without decompensated cirrhosis: 1200 mg PO q12hr
- If initial dose is not well tolerated, reduced dose as clinically indicated based on hemoglobin levels; refer to the ribavirin prescribing information for further information
Dosage Modifications
Renal impairment
- Mild-to-severe (including ESRD requiring dialysis): No dosage adjustment necessary
- No safety data are available in subjects with both decompensated cirrhosis and severe renal impairment, including those on dialysis
- Refer to ribavirin tablet prescribing information regarding use in patients with renal impairment
Hepatic impairment
- Mild, moderate, or severe: No dosage adjustment required
- Decompensated cirrhosis: Safety and efficacy not established
Dosing Considerations
Test all patients for evidence of current or prior hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection before initiating treatment with HCV direct acting antivirals (DDAs)
Dosage Forms & Strengths
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir
tablet
- 45mg/200mg
- 90mg/400mg
oral pellets
- 33.75mg/150mg per packet
- 45mg/200mg per packet
Hepatitis C Virus Infection
Indicated for pediatric patients aged ≥3 yr with hepatitis C virus (HCV) genotype 1, 4, 5 or 6 infection
<3 years: Safety and efficacy not established
≥3 years
<17 kg: 1 packet (33.75 mg/150 mg) of pellets PO qDay
17 to <35kg: 1 tablet or packet (45 mg/200 mg) PO qDay
≥35 kg: 1 tablet (90 mg/400 mg) PO qDay or 2 tablets or packets (45 mg/200 mg) PO qDay
Treatment duration
- The following regimens also apply to HCV/HIV-1 coinfection
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Genotype 1
Treatment-naïve without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh A): 12 weeks; may consider 8 weeks in treatment-naïve patients without cirrhosis who have pretreatment HCV RNA <6 million IU/mL
Treatment-experienced (ie, those who have failed a peginterferon alfa + ribavirin based regimen with or without an HCV protease inhibitor) without cirrhosis: 12 weeks
Treatment-experienced with compensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh A): 24 weeks; may also consider adding daily weight-based ribavirin
Treatment-naïve and treatment-experienced with decompensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh B or C), including those who have undergone liver transplantation: 12 weeks in combination with ribavirin
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Genotypes 1 or 4
- Treatment-naïve and treatment-experienced without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh A), including those who have undergone liver transplantation: 12 weeks in combination with ribavirin
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Genotypes 4, 5, or 6
- Treatment-naïve and treatment-experienced, without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh A): 12 weeks
Ribavirin dosing
- <47 kg: 15 mg/kg/day PO (divided dose AM and PM)
- 47-49 kg: 600 mg/day PO (ie, 200 mg AM, 400 mg PM)
- 50-65 kg: 800 mg/day PO (ie, 400 mg AM, 400 mg PM)
- 66-80 kg: 1000 mg/day PO (ie, 400 mg AM, 600 mg PM)
- >80 kg: 1200 mg/day PO (ie, 600 mg AM, 600 mg PM)
Dosage Modifications
Renal impairment
- Mild-to-severe (including ESRD requiring dialysis): No dosage adjustment necessary
- No safety data are available in subjects with both decompensated cirrhosis and severe renal impairment, including those on dialysis
- Refer to ribavirin tablet prescribing information regarding use in patients with renal impairment
Dosing Considerations
Test all patients for evidence of current or prior hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection before initiating treatment with HCV direct acting antivirals (DDAs)
Interactions
Interaction Checker
No Results
Contraindicated
Serious - Use Alternative
Significant - Monitor Closely
Minor
Contraindicated (10)
- carbamazepine
carbamazepine will decrease the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Contraindicated. P-gp inducers decrease sofosbuvir levels, and therefore decrease conversion to sofosbuvir's active metabolite (GS-331007) responsible for 90% of pharmacologic effect
- fosphenytoin
fosphenytoin will decrease the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Contraindicated. P-gp inducers decrease sofosbuvir levels, and therefore decrease conversion to sofosbuvir's active metabolite (GS-331007) responsible for 90% of pharmacologic effect
- oxcarbazepine
oxcarbazepine will decrease the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Contraindicated. P-gp inducers decrease sofosbuvir levels, and therefore decrease conversion to sofosbuvir's active metabolite (GS-331007) responsible for 90% of pharmacologic effect
- phenobarbital
phenobarbital will decrease the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Contraindicated. P-gp inducers decrease sofosbuvir levels, and therefore decrease conversion to sofosbuvir's active metabolite (GS-331007) responsible for 90% of pharmacologic effect
- phenytoin
phenytoin will decrease the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Contraindicated. P-gp inducers decrease sofosbuvir levels, and therefore decrease conversion to sofosbuvir's active metabolite (GS-331007) responsible for 90% of pharmacologic effect
- rifabutin
rifabutin will decrease the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Contraindicated. P-gp inducers decrease sofosbuvir levels, and therefore decrease conversion to sofosbuvir's active metabolite (GS-331007) responsible for 90% of pharmacologic effect
- rifampin
rifampin will decrease the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Contraindicated. P-gp inducers decrease sofosbuvir levels, and therefore decrease conversion to sofosbuvir's active metabolite (GS-331007) responsible for 90% of pharmacologic effect
- rifapentine
rifapentine will decrease the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Contraindicated. P-gp inducers decrease sofosbuvir levels, and therefore decrease conversion to sofosbuvir's active metabolite (GS-331007) responsible for 90% of pharmacologic effect
- St John's Wort
St John's Wort will decrease the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Contraindicated. P-gp inducers decrease sofosbuvir levels, and therefore decrease conversion to sofosbuvir's active metabolite (GS-331007) responsible for 90% of pharmacologic effect
- tipranavir
tipranavir will decrease the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Contraindicated. P-gp inducers decrease sofosbuvir levels, and therefore decrease conversion to sofosbuvir's active metabolite (GS-331007) responsible for 90% of pharmacologic effect
Serious - Use Alternative (11)
- colchicine
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir will increase the level or effect of colchicine by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid use of colchicine with P-gp inhibitors. If coadministration is necessary, decrease colchicine dose or frequency as recommended in prescribing information. Use of any colchicine product in conjunction with P-gp inhibitors is contraindicated in patients with renal or hepatic impairment.
- darolutamide
darolutamide will increase the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Darolutamide is a BCRP inhibitor. Avoid coadministration with BCRP inhibitors. If use is unavoidable, closely monitor for adverse reactions and consider dose reduction of BCRP substrate drug (refer BCRP substrate prescribing information).
- edoxaban
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir 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
- erdafitinib
erdafitinib will increase the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration unavoidable, separate administration by at least 6 hr before or after administration of P-gp substrates with narrow therapeutic index.
- lasmiditan
lasmiditan increases levels of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Lasmiditan inhibits BCRP in vitro. Avoid coadministration of lasmiditan with BCRP substrates.
- leniolisib
leniolisib will increase the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Leniolisib, a BCRP inhibitor, may increase systemic exposure of BCRP substrates
- rimegepant
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir will increase the level or effect of rimegepant by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- sotorasib
sotorasib will decrease the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If use is unavoidable, refer to the prescribing information of the P-gp substrate for dosage modifications.
- tepotinib
tepotinib will increase the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If concomitant use unavoidable, reduce the P-gp substrate dosage if recommended in its approved product labeling.
- topotecan
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir 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
- venetoclax
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir 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.
Monitor Closely (48)
- acalabrutinib
acalabrutinib increases levels of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Acalabrutinib may increase exposure to coadministered BCRP substrates by inhibition of intestinal BCRP.
- aluminum hydroxide
aluminum hydroxide decreases levels of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Ledipasvir solubility decreases as pH increases; drugs that increase gastric pH are expected to decrease levels of ledipasvir; separate antacid and ledipasivr/sofosbuvir administration by 4 hr.
- aluminum hydroxide/magnesium carbonate
aluminum hydroxide/magnesium carbonate decreases levels of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Ledipasvir solubility decreases as pH increases; drugs that increase gastric pH are expected to decrease levels of ledipasvir; separate antacid and ledipasivr/sofosbuvir administration by 4 hr.
- aluminum hydroxide/magnesium trisilicate
aluminum hydroxide/magnesium trisilicate decreases levels of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Ledipasvir solubility decreases as pH increases; drugs that increase gastric pH are expected to decrease levels of ledipasvir; separate antacid and ledipasivr/sofosbuvir administration by 4 hr.
- amiodarone
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir increases toxicity of amiodarone by unknown mechanism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Postmarketing reports describe bradycardia resulting in death or pacemaker insertion when amiodarone was coadministered with sofosbuvir in combination with another direct acting antiviral. Patients also taking beta blockers (7 of 9 of the postmarketing reports), or those with underlying cardiac comorbidities and/or advanced liver disease may be at increased risk for symptomatic bradycardia with coadministration of amiodarone. Cardiac monitoring in an inpatient setting for the first 48 hr of coadministration is recommended, after which outpatient or self-monitoring of the heart rate should occur on a daily basis through at least the first 2 weeks of treatment.
- apalutamide
apalutamide will decrease the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by increasing elimination. Use Caution/Monitor. Apalutamide weakly induces BCRP and may decrease systemic exposure of drugs that are BCRP substrates.
- aspirin/citric acid/sodium bicarbonate
aspirin/citric acid/sodium bicarbonate decreases levels of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Ledipasvir solubility decreases as pH increases; drugs that increase gastric pH are expected to decrease levels of ledipasvir; separate antacid and ledipasivr/sofosbuvir administration by 4 hr.
- atorvastatin
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir will increase the level or effect of atorvastatin by unspecified interaction mechanism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Coadministration of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir with atorvastatin may be associated withincreased risk of myopathy,including rhabdomyolysis. Monitor closely.
- berotralstat
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir 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.
berotralstat will increase the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor or titrate P-gp substrate dose if coadministered. - betrixaban
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir 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.
- calcium carbonate
calcium carbonate decreases levels of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Ledipasvir solubility decreases as pH increases; drugs that increase gastric pH are expected to decrease levels of ledipasvir; separate antacid and ledipasivr/sofosbuvir administration by 4 hr.
- cimetidine
cimetidine decreases levels of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Ledipasvir solubility decreases as pH increases; drugs that increase gastric pH are expected to decrease levels of ledipasvir; H2-receptor antagonists may be administered simultaneously with or 12 hr apart from ledipasvir/sofosbuvir at a dose that does not exceed doses comparable to famotidine 40 mg BID.
- citric acid/sodium bicarbonate
citric acid/sodium bicarbonate decreases levels of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Ledipasvir solubility decreases as pH increases; drugs that increase gastric pH are expected to decrease levels of ledipasvir; separate antacid and ledipasivr/sofosbuvir administration by 4 hr.
- dabigatran
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir 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
- dexlansoprazole
dexlansoprazole decreases levels of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Ledipasvir solubility decreases as pH increases; drugs that increase gastric pH are expected to decrease levels of ledipasvir; proton-pump inhibitor doses comparable to omeprazole <20 mg can be administered simultaneously with ledipasvir/sofosbuvir under fasted conditions.
- digoxin
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir will increase the level or effect of digoxin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- duvelisib
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir will increase the level or effect of duvelisib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- elagolix
elagolix will increase the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir will increase the level or effect of elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Tenofovir levels increased; alteration of dose regimen may be necessary
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir will increase the level or effect of elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. - encorafenib
encorafenib will increase the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Encorafenib (a BCRP inhibitor) may increase the concentration and toxicities of BCRP substrates. Closely monitor for signs and symptoms of increased exposure and consider adjusting the dose of these substrates.
- esomeprazole
esomeprazole decreases levels of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Ledipasvir solubility decreases as pH increases; drugs that increase gastric pH are expected to decrease levels of ledipasvir; proton-pump inhibitor doses comparable to omeprazole <20 mg can be administered simultaneously with ledipasvir/sofosbuvir under fasted conditions.
- famotidine
famotidine decreases levels of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Ledipasvir solubility decreases as pH increases; drugs that increase gastric pH are expected to decrease levels of ledipasvir; H2-receptor antagonists may be administered simultaneously with or 12 hr apart from ledipasvir/sofosbuvir at a dose that does not exceed doses comparable to famotidine 40 mg BID.
- fostamatinib
fostamatinib will increase the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Concomitant use of fostamatinib may increase concentrations of P-gp/BCRP substrate drugs. Monitor for toxicities of P-gp/BCRP substrate drug that may require dosage reduction when given concurrently with fostamatinib.
- fostemsavir
fostemsavir will increase the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Fostemsavir inhibits BCRP transporters. If possible, avoid coadministration or modify dose of BCRP substrate coadministered with fostemsavir.
- glecaprevir/pibrentasvir
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir will increase the level or effect of glecaprevir/pibrentasvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
glecaprevir/pibrentasvir will increase the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Glecaprevir/pibrentasvir may increase plasma concentration of P-gp and BCRP substrates. - ibuprofen/famotidine
ibuprofen/famotidine decreases levels of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Ledipasvir solubility decreases as pH increases; drugs that increase gastric pH are expected to decrease levels of ledipasvir; H2-receptor antagonists may be administered simultaneously with or 12 hr apart from ledipasvir/sofosbuvir at a dose that does not exceed doses comparable to famotidine 40 mg BID.
- istradefylline
istradefylline will increase the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Istradefylline 40 mg/day increased peak levels and AUC of P-gp substrates in clinical trials. Consider dose reduction of sensitive P-gp substrates.
- lansoprazole
lansoprazole decreases levels of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Ledipasvir solubility decreases as pH increases; drugs that increase gastric pH are expected to decrease levels of ledipasvir; proton-pump inhibitor doses comparable to omeprazole <20 mg can be administered simultaneously with ledipasvir/sofosbuvir under fasted conditions.
- lonafarnib
lonafarnib will increase the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Lonafarnib is a weak P-gp inhibitor. Monitor for adverse reactions if coadministered with P-gp substrates where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious or life-threatening toxicities. Reduce P-gp substrate dose if needed.
- magnesium oxide
magnesium oxide decreases levels of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Ledipasvir solubility decreases as pH increases; drugs that increase gastric pH are expected to decrease levels of ledipasvir; separate antacid and ledipasivr/sofosbuvir administration by 4 hr.
- naldemedine
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir 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.
- nintedanib
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir 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 .
- nizatidine
nizatidine decreases levels of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Ledipasvir solubility decreases as pH increases; drugs that increase gastric pH are expected to decrease levels of ledipasvir; H2-receptor antagonists may be administered simultaneously with or 12 hr apart from ledipasvir/sofosbuvir at a dose that does not exceed doses comparable to famotidine 40 mg BID.
- omeprazole
omeprazole decreases levels of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Ledipasvir solubility decreases as pH increases; drugs that increase gastric pH are expected to decrease levels of ledipasvir; proton-pump inhibitor doses comparable to omeprazole <20 mg can be administered simultaneously with ledipasvir/sofosbuvir under fasted conditions.
- oteseconazole
oteseconazole will increase the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Otesezonale, a BCRP inhibitor, may increase the effects and risk of toxicities of BCRP substrates. Use lowest starting dose of BCRP substrate, or consider reducing BCRP substrate dose.
- pantoprazole
pantoprazole decreases levels of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Ledipasvir solubility decreases as pH increases; drugs that increase gastric pH are expected to decrease levels of ledipasvir; proton-pump inhibitor doses comparable to omeprazole <20 mg can be administered simultaneously with ledipasvir/sofosbuvir under fasted conditions.
- rabeprazole
rabeprazole decreases levels of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Ledipasvir solubility decreases as pH increases; drugs that increase gastric pH are expected to decrease levels of ledipasvir; proton-pump inhibitor doses comparable to omeprazole <20 mg can be administered simultaneously with ledipasvir/sofosbuvir under fasted conditions.
- regorafenib
regorafenib will increase the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Regorafenib likely inhibits BCRP (ABCG2) transport. Coadministration with a BCRP substrate may increase systemic exposure to the substrate and related toxicity.
- rosuvastatin
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir will increase the level or effect of rosuvastatin by unspecified interaction mechanism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Coadministration of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir with rosuvastatin may be associated withincreased risk of myopathy,including rhabdomyolysis. Monitor closely.
- safinamide
safinamide will increase the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Safinamide and its major metabolite may inhibit intestinal BCRP. Monitor BCRP substrates for increased pharmacologic or adverse effects.
- sarecycline
sarecycline will increase the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor for toxicities of P-gp substrates that may require dosage reduction when coadministered with P-gp inhibitors.
- sodium zirconium cyclosilicate
sodium zirconium cyclosilicate will decrease the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Check specific recommendations for drugs that exhibit pH-dependent solubility that may affect their systemic exposure and efficacy. In general, administer drugs at least 2 hr before or after sodium zirconium cyclosilicate.
- stiripentol
stiripentol will increase the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Consider reducing the dose of P-glycoprotein (P-gp) substrates, if adverse reactions are experienced when administered concomitantly with stiripentol.
stiripentol will increase the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Stiripentol is a BCRP transport inhibitor. Consider dosage reduction for BCRP substrates if adverse effects are experienced when coadministered. - tafamidis
tafamidis will increase the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Tafamidis inhibits breast cancer resistant protein (BCRP) in vitro and may increase exposure of BCRP substrates following tafamidis or tafamidis meglumine administration. Dosage adjustment of these BCRP substrates may be necessary.
- tafamidis meglumine
tafamidis meglumine will increase the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Tafamidis inhibits breast cancer resistant protein (BCRP) in vitro and may increase exposure of BCRP substrates following tafamidis or tafamidis meglumine administration. Dosage adjustment of these BCRP substrates may be necessary.
- talazoparib
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir will increase the level or effect of talazoparib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Talazoparib is a P-glycoprotein (P-gp) substrate; coadministration with P-gp inhibitors may increase talazoparib systemic exposure.
- tenofovir DF
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir will increase the level or effect of tenofovir DF by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir will increase the level or effect of tenofovir DF by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. - tucatinib
tucatinib will increase the level or effect of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Consider reducing the dosage of P-gp substrates, where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious or life-threatening toxicities.
Minor (0)
Adverse Effects
>10%
Asthenia (31-36%)
Fatigue (4-18%)
Headache (13-29%)
Cough (5-11%)
1-10%
Nausea (6-9%)
Diarrhea (3-7%)
Dizziness (1-5%)
Dyspnea (3-9%)
Insomnia (3-6%)
Increased bilirubin >1.5 x ULN (<1 to 3%)
Increased lipase >3 x ULN (<1 to 3%)
Myalgia (4-9%)
Irritability (7-8%)
Frequency Not Defined
Asymptomatic creatine kinase elevation, Grades 3/4
Postmarketing Reports
Bradycardia in patients taking amiodarone who initiate ledipasvir/sofosbuvir therapy
Skin rash, sometimes with blisters or angioedema-like swelling
Warnings
Black Box Warnings
Test all patients for evidence of current or prior hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection before initiating treatment with HCV direct acting antivirals (DDAs)
HBV reactivation has been reported in HCV/HBV coinfected patients who were undergoing or had completed treatment with DDAs and were not receiving HBV antiviral therapy
Some cases have resulted in fulminant hepatitis, hepatic failure, and death
Monitor HCV/HBV coinfected patients for hepatitis flare or HBV reactivation during HCV treatment and post-treatment follow-up
Initiate appropriate patient management for HBV infection as clinically indicated
Contraindications
If coadministered with ribavirin, the contraindications to ribavirin also apply to this combination regimen
Cautions
HCV and HBV Coinfection
- Hepatitis B virus (HBV) reactivation reported in HCV/HBV coinfected patients undergoing or had completed treatment with HCV direct-acting antivirals, and who were not receiving HBV antiviral therapy
- Some cases have resulted in fulminant hepatitis, hepatic failure, and death; cases have been reported in patients who are HBsAg positive and also in patients with serologic evidence of resolved HBV infection (eg, HBsAg negative and anti-HBc positive)
- HBV reactivation also reported in patients receiving certain immunosuppressants or chemotherapeutic agents
- Risk of HBV reactivation associated with treatment with HCV direct-acting antivirals may be increased in these patients
- HBV reactivation is characterized as abrupt increase in HBV replication manifesting as a rapid increase in serum HBV DNA level; in patients with resolved HBV infection, reappearance of HBsAg can occur
- Reactivation of HBV replication may be accompanied by hepatitis, eg, increases in aminotransferase levels and, in severe cases, increases in bilirubin levels, liver failure, and death can occur
- Test all patients for evidence of current or prior HBV infection by measuring HBsAg and anti-HBc before initiating HCV therapy
- In patients with serologic evidence of HBV infection, monitor for clinical and laboratory signs of hepatitis flare or HBV reactivation during HCV treatment and during post-treatment follow-up; initiate appropriate patient management for HBV infection as clinically indicated
Drug interaction overview
- The concomitant use of drug combination and P- gp inducers may significantly decrease ledipasvir and sofosbuvir plasma concentrations and may lead to a reduced therapeutic effect; use of drug combination with P- gp inducers (eg, rifampin, St. John’s wort) not recommended
- If drug combination administered with ribavirin, the warnings and precautions for ribavirin, in particular, the pregnancy avoidance warning, apply to this combination regimen; refer to ribavirin prescribing information for a full list of warnings and precautions for ribavirin
- Ledipasvir and sofosbuvir are substrates of P-gp and BCRP; coadministration with P-gp inducers (eg, rifampin, St. John’s wort) is not recommended; may significantly decrease ledipasvir and sofosbuvir plasma concentrations and reduce therapeutic effect
- Ledipasvir is an inhibitor of P-gp and BCRP; may increase intestinal absorption of coadministered substrates for these transporters
- Coadministration of ledipasvir with acid-reducing agents may decrease ledipasvir solubility, resulting in decreased serum concentrations
- Frequent monitoring of relevant laboratory parameters (eg, International Normalized Ratio [INR] in patients taking warfarin, blood glucose levels in diabetic patients) or drug concentrations of concomitant medications such as cytochrome P450 substrates with a narrow therapeutic index (eg, certain immunosuppressants) is recommended to ensure safe and effective use; dose adjustments of concomitant medications may be necessary
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Bradycardia with amiodarone coadministration
- Postmarketing cases of symptomatic bradycardia, as well as fatal cardiac arrest and cases requiring pacemaker intervention, reported when the drug combination is administered with amiodarone
- Bradycardia has generally occurred within hours to days, but cases reported up to 2 weeks after initiating HCV treatment; patients also taking beta-blockers, or those with underlying cardiac comorbidities and/or advanced liver disease, may be at increased risk for symptomatic bradycardia with coadministration of amiodarone
- Bradycardia generally resolved after discontinuation of HCV treatment; the mechanism for this effect is unknown
- Coadministration of amiodarone not recommended; for patients taking amiodarone with no other alternative, viable treatment options should counsel patients about risk of serious symptomatic bradycardia; cardiac monitoring in an in-patient setting for first 48 hours of coadministration is recommended, after which outpatient or self-monitoring of heart rate should occur on a daily basis through at least first 2 weeks of treatment; patients on the drug combination who need to take amiodarone should use the same approach as described above
- Due to amiodarone’s long half-life, patients discontinuing amiodarone should undergo cardiac monitoring prior to starting therapy; patients who develop signs or symptoms of bradycardia, including near-fainting or fainting, dizziness or lightheadedness, malaise, weakness, excessive tiredness, shortness of breath, chest pains, confusion or memory problems should seek medical evaluation immediately
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy
If the drug combination is administered with ribavirin, the combination regimen is contraindicated in pregnant women and in men whose female partners are pregnant; refer to ribavirin prescribing information for more information on ribavirin-associated risks of use during pregnancy
No adequate human data are available to establish whether or not the drug combination poses a risk to pregnancy outcomes; in animal reproduction studies, no evidence of adverse developmental outcomes was observed with the drug combination ledipasvir or sofosbuvir at exposures greater than those in humans at the recommended human dose (RHD)
Lactation
It is not known whether ledipasvir or sofosbuvir, the drug combination, or their metabolites are present in human breast milk, affect human milk production or have effects on the breastfed infant.
The development and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for the drug combination and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from the drug combination or from the 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
Ledipasvir: Inhibits HCV NS5A protein, which is required for viral replication; resistance selection in cell culture and cross-resistance studies indicate ledipasvir targets NS5A as its mode of action
Sofosbuvir: Nucleotide prodrug that undergoes metabolism to the active uridine analog triphosphate, an inhibitor of HCV NS5B RNA-dependent polymerase; its inhibition, in turn, suppresses viral replication
Absorption
Peak plasma concentration
- ledipasvir: 4-4.5 hr
- sofosbuvir: 0.8-1 hr
- GS-331007: 3.5-4 hr
Peak plasma level
- ledipasvir: 323 ng/mL
- sofosbuvir: 618 ng/mL
- GS-331007: 707 ng/mL
AUC
- ledipasvir: 7,290 ng•hr/mL
- sofosbuvir: 1,320 ng•hr/mL
- GS-331007: 12,000 ng•hr/mL
Distribution
Protein bound
- ledipasvir: >99.8%
- sofosbuvir: 61-65%
- GS-331007: minimal
Metabolism
ledipasvir: No detectable metabolism
sofosbuvir: Extensively metabolized in liver to form the pharmacologically active nucleoside analog triphosphate GS-461203; dephosphorylation results in formation of GS331007 (accounts for <90% of total systemic exposure of sofosbuvir)
Elimination
Half-life, terminal
- ledipasvir: 47 hr
- sofosbuvir: 0.5 hr
- GS-331007: 27 hr
Excretion
- ledipasvir: >98% feces (mostly unchanged); <1% urine
- GS-331007: 14% feces; 80% urine; 2.5% expired air
Administration
Oral Preparation (Oral Pellets)
Do not chew pellets
If pellets are administered with food, sprinkle on ≥1 spoonfuls of nonacidic soft food (eg, pudding, chocolate syrup, mashed potato, ice cream) at or below room temperature
Take pellets within 30 min of gently mixing with food and swallow entire contents without chewing to avoid a bitter aftertaste
Oral Administration
Take with or without food
Storage
Tablets and oral pellets: Store <30ºC; dispense in original bottle
Images
| BRAND | FORM. | UNIT PRICE | PILL IMAGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| ledipasvir-sofosbuvir oral - | 90-400 mg tablet |  | |
| Harvoni oral - | 33.75-150 mg pellet |  | |
| Harvoni oral - | 45-200 mg pellet |  | |
| Harvoni oral - | 45-200 mg tablet |  | |
| Harvoni oral - | 90-400 mg tablet |  | |
| Harvoni oral - | 33.75-150 mg pellet |  | |
| Harvoni oral - | 45-200 mg pellet |  |
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Patient Handout
ledipasvir-sofosbuvir oral
LEDIPASVIR/SOFOSBUVIR - ORAL
(le-DIP-as-vir/soe-FOS-buer-vir)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Harvoni
WARNING: Although this medication is used to treat hepatitis C, it may rarely make another liver problem called hepatitis B get worse. Before starting this medication, tell your doctor if you have ever had hepatitis B. Tell your doctor right away if you have new or worsening symptoms of liver disease, such as nausea/vomiting that doesn't stop, loss of appetite, stomach/abdominal pain, dark urine or yellowing eyes/skin.
USES: This medication is a combination of ledipasvir and sofosbuvir and is used to treat chronic (long-lasting) hepatitis C, a viral infection of the liver. It may sometimes be used with another antiviral medication (ribavirin). These drugs work by reducing the amount of hepatitis C virus in your body, which helps your immune system fight the infection and may help your liver recover. Chronic hepatitis C infection can cause serious liver problems such as scarring (cirrhosis), or liver cancer.It is not known if this treatment can prevent you from passing the virus to others. Do not share needles, and practice "safer sex" (including the use of latex condoms) to lower the risk of passing the virus to others.
HOW TO USE: Read the Patient Information Leaflet and Instructions for Use if available from your pharmacist before you start taking ledipasvir/sofosbuvir and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. In children, the dosage is also based on weight.If you are using the pellet form of this medication, gently shake the packet before use. To take this medication without food, open the packet and pour the pellets directly into your mouth. Swallow the pellets without chewing. You may drink water after swallowing the pellets if needed. Repeat these steps if your dose is for more than one packet. If you are taking this medication with food, open the packet(s) and pour the pellets into a small bowl with one or more spoonfuls of non-acidic soft food (such as pudding, mashed potato, ice cream). The soft food should be at or below room temperature. After gently mixing, take all of the mixture without chewing within 30 minutes.This medication works best when the amount of drug in your body is kept at a constant level. Take this drug at evenly spaced intervals. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day.Tell your doctor if you vomit within 5 hours after taking this medication. You may need to take another dose.Continue to take ledipasvir/sofosbuvir for the full length of time prescribed, even if symptoms disappear after a short time. Stopping the medication too early may result in a return of the infection.Antacids lower the absorption of ledipasvir. If you are taking an antacid, take it at least 4 hours before or 4 hours after this medication.Other acid-lowering medications for indigestion, heartburn, or ulcers (such as prescription or over-the-counter medications including famotidine, omeprazole) may prevent ledipasvir from working. Ask your doctor or pharmacist how to use these medications safely.
SIDE EFFECTS: See also Warning section.Tiredness, headache, nausea, diarrhea, or difficulty sleeping 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.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: 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 ledipasvir/sofosbuvir, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to either of the drugs; 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: other liver problems (such as hepatitis B), diabetes.If you have diabetes, your blood sugar may be lower with hepatitis C treatment. This can increase your risk of low blood sugar, so your doctor may adjust your diabetes treatment plan. Tell your doctor right away if you have symptoms of low blood sugar such as sudden sweating, shaking, fast heartbeat, hunger, blurred vision, dizziness, or tingling hands/feet.Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Ledipasvir/sofosbuvir, in combination with ribavirin, must not be used during pregnancy by either the pregnant woman or her male partner. The combination may harm an unborn baby. Reliable forms of birth control must be used whenever at least one sexual partner is using these medicines together. Female patients should continue using birth control for 9 months after stopping treatment. Male patients should continue using birth control for 6 months after stopping treatment. If you or your partner becomes pregnant, or if you think you or your partner may be pregnant, tell your doctor right away.It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: See also How to Use section.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.A product that may interact with this drug is: amiodarone.This medication can slow down the removal of other medications from your body, which may affect how they work. Examples include flibanserin, rosuvastatin, among others.Other medications can affect the removal of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir from your body, which may affect how this medication works. Examples include apalutamide, rifamycins (such as rifampin, rifabutin), St. John's wort, tipranavir/ritonavir, drugs used to treat seizures (such as phenobarbital, carbamazepine, phenytoin, primidone), among others.Do not take this medication with other products that contain sofosbuvir.
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.Lab tests (such as liver function, tests for hepatitis B and C) should be done before you start using this medication, while you are using it, and after completing treatment. Keep all medical and lab appointments.If you are using this medication with ribavirin, it is recommended that female patients or female partners of male patients take a pregnancy test before starting this medication. Pregnancy tests should continue to be done while using this medication and for some time after this medication is stopped to make sure no pregnancy occurs (for 9 months for female patients and for 6 months for female partners of male patients).
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, unless it is less than 6 hours until the next dose. In that case, 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. Store the tablets in the original container. Keep the pellets in the packets and do not open the packets until ready for use. 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 March 2023. 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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