Interaction Checker
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Acarbose
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. After ingestion of acarbose, the majority of active unchanged drug remains in the lumen of the gastrointestinal tract to exert its pharmacological activity and is metabolised by intestinal enzymes and by the microbial flora. Rituximab does not interfere with this metabolic pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Acenocoumarol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Acenocoumarol is mainly metabolised by CYP2C9 and to a lesser extent by CYP1A2 and CYP2C19. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Acetylsalicylic acid (Aspirin)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
The effect of coadministration on pharmacokinetics has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Aspirin is rapidly deacetylated to form salicylic acid and then further metabolised by glucuronidation (by several UGTs (major UGT1A6)). Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or UGTs. In patients with relapsed/refractory chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, concomitant statin and aspirin use with rituximab improved response rates when compared to non-users of statins and aspirin.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Agomelatine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Agomelatine is metabolised predominantly via CYP1A2 (90%), with a small proportion metabolised by CYP2C9 and CYP2C19 (10%). Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Alendronic acid
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Alendronate is not metabolised and is cleared from the plasma by uptake into bone and elimination via renal excretion. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Alfentanil
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Alfentanil undergoes extensive CYP3A4 metabolism. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYP3A4.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Alfuzosin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Alfuzosin is metabolised by CYP3A. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Aliskiren
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Aliskiren is minimally metabolised and is mainly excreted unchanged in faeces. Aliskiren is also a substrate of P-gp. Rituximab does not interfere with these pathways.
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Do Not Coadminister
Rituximab
Allopurinol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied and should be avoided. Allopurinol is converted to oxipurinol by xanthine oxidase and aldehyde oxidase. Rituximab does not interact with this pathway. However, some cases of (fatal) Stevens–Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis has been reported following coadministration of allopurinol, rituximab and bendamustine. Therefore, the use of allopurinol for prophylaxis of tumour lysis syndrome concomitantly with rituximab and bendamustine should be avoided. Rasburicase may be used as an alternative therapy. If coadministration of allopurinol is clinically necessary, do not coadminister allopurinol with bendamustine, use a local tumour lysis protocol for hydration and consider use of corticosteroid treatment.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Alosetron
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. In vitro data indicate that alosetron is metabolised by CYPs 2C9, 3A4 and 1A2. Rituximab does not inhibit of induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Alprazolam
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Alprazolam is mainly metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Aluminium hydroxide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Aluminium hydroxide is not metabolised by CYPs. Rituximab is unlikely to interfere with this metabolic pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ambrisentan
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Ambrisentan is metabolised by glucuronidation via UGTs 1A3, 1A9 and 2B7, and to a lesser extent by CYP3A4 and CYP2C19. Ambrisentan is also a substrate of P-gp. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce UGTs, CYPs or P-gp.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Amikacin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Amikacin is eliminated by glomerular filtration. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Amiloride
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Amiloride is eliminated unchanged in the kidney. In vitro data indicate that amiloride is a substrate of OCT2. Rituximab is unlikely to significantly affect amiloride renal elimination.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Amiodarone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Amiodarone is metabolised by CYP2C8 and CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs. The major metabolite of amiodarone, desethylamiodarone, is an inhibitor of CYPs 3A4 (weak), 2C9 (moderate), 2D6 (moderate), 2C19 (weak), 1A1 (strong) and 2B6 (moderate) and P-gp (strong). Rituximab does not interact with this pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Amisulpride
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Amisulpride is weakly metabolised and is primarily renally eliminated (possibly via OCT). Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Amitriptyline
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Amitriptyline is metabolised predominantly by CYP2D6 and CYP2C19, with a small proportion metabolised by CYPs 3A4, 1A2 and 2C9. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Amlodipine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Amlodipine is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Amoxicillin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Amoxicillin is mainly excreted in the urine by glomerular filtration and tubular secretion. In vitro data indicate that amoxicillin is a substrate of OAT3. Rituximab is unlikely to interfere with this elimination pathway.
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Potential Weak Interaction
Rituximab
Amphotericin B
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a pharmacokinetic interaction is unlikely. Amphotericin B is not appreciably metabolised and is eliminated to a large extent in the bile. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway. However, the SPC of amphotericin B states that concomitant use of amphotericin B and antineoplastic agents can increase the risk of renal toxicity, bronchospasm and hypotension, and so monitoring may be required.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ampicillin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Renal clearance of ampicillin occurs partly by glomerular filtration and partly by tubular secretion. About 20-40% of an oral dose may be excreted unchanged in the urine in 6 hours. After parenteral use about 60-80% is excreted in the urine within 6 hours. Rituximab does not interfere with these elimination pathways.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Anidulafungin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Anidulafungin is not metabolised hepatically but undergoes chemical degradation at physiological temperatures. Rituximab does not interfere with this pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Antacids
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Antacids are not metabolised by CYPs. Rituximab is unlikely to interfere with this metabolic pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Apixaban
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Apixaban is metabolised by CYP3A4 and to a lesser extent by CYPs 1A2, 2C8, 2C9 and 2C19. Apixaban is also a substrate of P-gp and BCRP. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs, P-gp or BCRP.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Aprepitant
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Aprepitant is mainly metabolised by CYP3A4 and to a lesser extent by CYP1A2 and CYP2C19. During treatment, aprepitant is a moderate inhibitor of CYP3A4, but after treatment aprepitant is a weak inducer of CYP3A4, CYP2C9 and UGT. Rituximab does not interact with this pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Aripiprazole
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Aripiprazole is metabolised by CYP3A4 and CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Asenapine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Asenapine is metabolised by glucuronidation (UGT1A4) and oxidative metabolism (CYPs 1A2 (major), 3A4, and 2D6 (minor)). Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Astemizole
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Astemizole is metabolised by CYPs 2D6, 2J2 and 3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Atenolol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Atenolol is mainly eliminated unchanged in the kidney, predominantly by glomerular filtration. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Atorvastatin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
The effect of coadministration on pharmacokinetics has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Atorvastatin is metabolised by CYP3A4 and is a substrate of P-gp. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or P-gp. Concomitant statin use had no adverse impact on response to chemotherapy in patients treated with R-CHOP for DLBCL or with rituximab for relapsed or refractory CLL.
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Potential Weak Interaction
Rituximab
Azathioprine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a pharmacokinetic interaction is unlikely. Azathioprine is converted to 6-mercaptopurine which is metabolised analogously to natural purines. Rituximab does not interfere with this metabolic pathway. However, due to the risk of additive haematological toxicity, haematological parameters should be monitored if coadministered. Since both agents are immunosuppressants a possible pharmacodynamic interaction cannot be excluded.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Azithromycin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Azithromycin is mainly eliminated via biliary excretion with animal data suggesting this may occur via P-gp and MRP2. Rituximab is unlike to interfere with this elimination pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Beclometasone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Beclometasone is a prodrug which is not metabolised by CYP450, but is hydrolysed via esterase enzymes to the highly active metabolite beclometasone -17-monopropionate. Rituximab does not interact with this metabolic pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Bedaquiline
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Bedaquiline is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Bendroflumethiazide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Bendroflumethiazide is mainly eliminated by hepatic metabolism (70%) and excreted unchanged in the urine (30%) via OAT1 and OAT3. Rituximab does not interfere with this metabolic or elimination pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Bepridil
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Bepridil is metabolised by CYP2D6 (major) and CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Betamethasone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Betamethasone is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Bezafibrate
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Half of a bezafibrate dose is eliminated unchanged in the urine. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Bisacodyl
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Bisacodyl is converted to an active metabolite by intestinal and bacterial enzymes. Absorption from the gastrointestinal tract is minimal and the small amount absorbed is excreted in the urine as the glucuronide.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Bisoprolol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Bisoprolol is partly metabolised by CYP3A4 and CYP2D6, and partly eliminated unchanged in the urine. Rituximab does not interfere with this metabolic or elimination pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Bosentan
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Bosentan is metabolised by CYP3A4 and CYP2C9. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Bromazepam
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Bromazepam undergoes oxidative biotransformation. Interaction studies indicate that CYP3A4 plays a minor role in bromazepam metabolism, but other cytochromes such as CYP2D6 or CYP1A2 may also play a role. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Budesonide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Budesonide is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Buprenorphine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Buprenorphine undergoes both N-dealkylation to form norbuprenorphine (via CYP3A4) and glucuronidation (via UGT2B7 and UGT1A1). Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or UGTs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Bupropion
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Bupropion is primarily metabolised by CYP2B6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Buspirone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Buspirone is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Calcium
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Calcium is eliminated through faeces, urine and sweat. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Candesartan
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Candesartan is mainly eliminated unchanged via urine and bile. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
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Potential Weak Interaction
Rituximab
Capreomycin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a pharmacokinetic interaction is unlikely. Capreomycin is predominantly excreted via the kidneys as unchanged drug. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway. However, renal toxicity has been reported during capreomycin treatment and monitoring may be required.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Captopril
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Captopril is largely excreted in the urine by OAT1. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Carbamazepine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Carbamazepine is primarily metabolised by CYP3A4 and to a lesser extent by CYP2C8. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs. Furthermore, carbamazepine is an inducer of CYPs 2C8 (strong), 2C9 (strong), 3A4 (strong), 1A2 (weak), 2B6 and UGT1A1. Rituximab does not interact with this pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Carvedilol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Carvedilol undergoes glucuronidation via UGTs 1A1, 2B4 and 2B7, and additional metabolism via CYP2D6 and to a lesser extent by CYP2C9 and CYP1A2. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or UGTs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Caspofungin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Caspofungin undergoes spontaneous chemical degradation and metabolism via a non-CYP mediated pathway. Rituximab does not interact with this metabolic pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Cefalexin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Cefalexin is predominantly renally eliminated unchanged by glomerular filtration and tubular secretion via OAT1 and MATE1. Rituximab does not interfere with these elimination pathways.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Cefazolin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Cefazolin is predominantly excreted unchanged in the urine, mainly by glomerular filtration with some renal tubular secretion via OAT3. Rituximab does not interfere with these elimination pathways.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Cefixime
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Cefixime is renally excreted predominantly by glomerular filtration. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Cefotaxime
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Cefotaxime is partially metabolised by non-specific esterases. Most of a dose of cefotaxime is excreted in the urine - about 60% as unchanged drug and a further 24% as desacetyl-cefotaxime, an active metabolite. In vitro studies indicate that OAT3 participates in the renal elimination of cefotaxime. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ceftazidime
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Ceftazidime is renally excreted predominantly by glomerular filtration. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ceftriaxone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Ceftriaxone is eliminated mainly as unchanged drug, approximately 60% of the dose being excreted in the urine predominantly by glomerular filtration and the remainder via the biliary and intestinal tracts. Rituximab does not interfere with these elimination pathways.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Celecoxib
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Celecoxib is primarily metabolised by CYP2C9. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYP2C9.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Cetirizine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Cetirizine is only metabolised to a limited extent and is eliminated unchanged in the urine through both glomerular filtration and tubular secretion. Rituximab does not interfere with these metabolic or elimination pathways.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Chloramphenicol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Chloramphenicol is predominately glucuronidated. In vitro studies have shown that chloramphenicol is a CYP3A4 inhibitor. Rituximab is not metabolised by CYP3A4 and does not inhibit or induce UGTs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Chlordiazepoxide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Chlordiazepoxide is extensively metabolised by CYP3A4, but does not inhibit or induce cytochromes. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Chlorphenamine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Chlorphenamine is predominantly metabolised in the liver via CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Chlorpromazine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Chlorpromazine is metabolised mainly by CYP2D6, but also by CYP1A2 and CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Chlortalidone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Chlortalidone is mainly excreted unchanged in the urine and faeces. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
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Potential Weak Interaction
Rituximab
Ciclosporin (Cyclosporine)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a pharmacokinetic interaction is unlikely. Ciclosporin is a substrate of CYP3A4 and P-gp. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or P-gp. Since both agents are immunosuppressants a possible pharmacodynamic interaction cannot be excluded.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Cilazapril
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Cilazapril is mainly eliminated unchanged by the kidneys. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Cimetidine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Cimetidine is renally eliminated. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ciprofloxacin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically relevant interaction is unlikely. Ciprofloxacin is primarily eliminated unchanged in the kidneys by glomerular filtration and tubular secretion via OAT3. Ciprofloxacin is also metabolised and partially cleared through the bile and intestine. Rituximab does not interfere with the elimination of ciprofloxacin. Furthermore, ciprofloxacin is a weak to moderate inhibitor of CYP3A4 and a strong inhibitor of CYP1A2. Rituximab is not metabolised by CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Cisapride
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Cisapride is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Citalopram
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Citalopram is metabolised by CYPs 2C19 (38%), 2D6 (31%) and 3A4 (31%). Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Clarithromycin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Clarithromycin is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYP3A4.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Clavulanic acid
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Clavulanic acid is extensively metabolised (likely non-CYP mediated pathway) and excreted in the urine by glomerular filtration. Rituximab does not interfere with this metabolic or elimination pathway.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Clemastine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Clemastine is predominantly metabolised in the liver via CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Clindamycin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Clindamycin is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Clobetasol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely with the topical use of clobetasol.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Clofazimine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Clofazimine is largely excreted unchanged in the faeces, both as unabsorbed drug and via biliary excretion. Rituximab does not interfere this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Clofibrate
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Clofibrate is hydrolysed to an active metabolite, clofibric acid. Excretion of clofibric acid glucuronide is possibly performed via OAT1. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Clomipramine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Clomipramine is metabolised by CYPs 3A4, 1A2 and 2C19 to desmethylclomipramine, an active metabolite which has a higher activity than the parent drug. In addition, clomipramine and desmethylclomipramine are metabolised by CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Clonidine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Approximately 70% of administered clonidine is excreted in the urine, mainly in form of the unchanged parent drug (40-60% of the dose). Clonidine is a weak inhibitor of OCT2 but is unlikely to interfere with rituximab elimination. In addition, rituximab does not interfere with clonidine elimination.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Clopidogrel
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Clopidogrel is a prodrug and is converted to its active metabolite via CYPs 3A4, 2B6, 2C19 and 1A2. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Clorazepate
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Clorazepate is rapidly converted to nordiazepam which is then metabolised to oxazepam by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Cloxacillin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Cloxacillin is metabolised to a limited extent, and the unchanged drug and metabolites are excreted in the urine by glomerular filtration and renal tubular secretion. Rituximab does not interfere with this metabolic or elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
Potential Weak Interaction
Rituximab
Clozapine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a pharmacokinetic interaction is unlikely. Clozapine is metabolised mainly by CYP1A2 and CYP3A4, and to a lesser extent by CYP2C19 and CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs. However, due to the risk of additive haematological toxicity, haematological parameters should be monitored if coadministered.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Codeine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Codeine is converted via CYP2D6 to morphine, an active metabolite with analgesic and opioid properties. Morphine is further metabolised by conjugation with glucuronic acid to morphine-3-glucuronide (inactive) and morphine-6-glucuronide (active). Morphine is also a substrate of P-gp. Furthermore, codeine is converted via CYP3A4 to norcodeine, an inactive metabolite. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs, UGTs or P-gp.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Colchicine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Colchicine is metabolised by CYP3A4 and is a substrate of P-gp. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or P-gp.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Cycloserine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Cycloserine is predominantly renally excreted via glomerular filtration. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Dabigatran
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Dabigatran is transported via P-gp and is renally excreted. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce P-gp.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Dalteparin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Dalteparin is excreted largely unchanged via the kidneys. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Dapsone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Metabolism of dapsone is mainly by N-acetylation with a component of N-hydroxylation, and is via multiple CYP450 enzymes. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Desipramine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Desipramine is metabolised by CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Desogestrel
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Desogestrel is a prodrug which is activated to etonogestrel by CYP2C9 (and possibly CYP2C19); the metabolism of etonogestrel is mediated by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Dexamethasone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
The effect of coadministration on pharmacokinetics has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Dexamethasone is metabolised by CYP3A4 and has also been described as a weak inducer of CYP3A4, but the induction of CYP3A4 by dexamethasone has not yet been established. Rituximab is not metabolised by CYPs and does not inhibit or induce CYPs. Coadministration of rituximab and high dose dexamethasone in patients with relapsed/refractory chronic lymphocytic leukaemia has been well-tolerated.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Dextropropoxyphene
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Dextropropoxyphene is mainly metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYP3A4.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Diamorphine (diacetylmorphine)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Diamorphine is rapidly metabolised by sequential deacetylation to morphine which is then mainly glucuronidated to morphine-3-glucuronide (UGT2B7>UGT1A1) and to a lesser extent, to the pharmacologically active morphine-6-glucuronide (UGT2B7>UGT1A1). Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Diazepam
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Diazepam is metabolised to nordiazepam (by CYP3A4 and CYP2C19) and to temazepam (mainly by CYP3A4). Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Diclofenac
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Diclofenac is partly glucuronidated by UGT2B7 and partly oxidised by CYP2C9. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Digoxin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Digoxin is renally eliminated via the renal transporters OATP4C1 and P-gp. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Dihydrocodeine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Dihydrocodeine undergoes predominantly direct glucuronidation, with CYP3A4 mediated metabolism accounting for only 5-10% of the overall metabolism. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Diltiazem
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Diltiazem is metabolised by CYP3A4 and CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Diphenhydramine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Diphenhydramine is mainly metabolised by CYP2D6 and to a lesser extent by CYPs 1A2, 2C9 and 2C19. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Dipyridamole
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Dipyridamole is glucuronidated by many UGTs, specifically those of the UGT1A subfamily. Rituximab is does not inhibit or induce UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Disopyramide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Disopyramide is metabolised by CYP3A4 (25%) and 50% of the drug is eliminated unchanged in the urine. Rituximab does not interact with this metabolic or elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Dolasetron
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Dolasetron is converted by carbonyl reductase to its active metabolite, hydrodolasetron, which is mainly glucuronidated (60%) and metabolised by CYP2D6 (10-20%) and CYP3A4 (<1%). Rituximab does not interfere with these metabolic pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Domperidone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Domperidone is mainly metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Dopamine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Dopamine is metabolised in the liver, kidneys, and plasma by monoamine oxidase (MAO) and catechol-O-methyltransferase to inactive compounds. About 25% of a dose of dopamine is metabolised to norepinephrine within the adrenergic nerve terminals. Rituximab does not interact with this pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Doxazosin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Doxazosin is metabolised mainly by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Doxepin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Doxepin is metabolised to nordoxepin (a metabolite with comparable pharmacological activity as the parent compound) mainly by CYP2C19. In addition, doxepin and nordoxepin are metabolised by CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Doxycycline
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Doxycycline is excreted in the urine and faeces as unchanged active substance. Between 40-60% of an administered dose can be accounted for in the urine. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Dronabinol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Dronabinol is mainly metabolised by CYP2C9 and to a lesser extent by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Drospirenone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Drospirenone is metabolised to a minor extent via CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Dulaglutide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Dulaglutide is degraded by endogenous endopeptidases. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Duloxetine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Duloxetine is metabolised by CYP2D6 and CYP1A2. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Dutasteride
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Dutasteride is mainly metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Dydrogesterone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Dydrogesterone is metabolised to dihydrodydrogesterone (possibly via CYP3A4). Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Edoxaban
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Edoxaban is partially metabolised by CYP3A4 (<10%) and is transported via P-gp. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or P-gp.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Eltrombopag
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Eltrombopag is metabolised by cleavage conjugation (via UGT1A1 and UGT1A3) and oxidation (via CYP1A2 and CYP2C8). Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Enalapril
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Enalapril is hydrolysed to enalaprilat which is renally eliminated (possibly via OATs). Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Enoxaparin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Enoxaparin does not undergo cytochrome metabolism; it is desulphated and depolymerised in the liver, and is excreted predominantly renally. Rituximab does not interact with these metabolic or elimination pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Eprosartan
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely as eprosartan is largely excreted in bile and urine as unchanged drug. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ertapenem
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Ertapenem is mainly eliminated by the kidneys via glomerular filtration with tubular secretion playing a minor role. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Erythromycin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Erythromycin is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Escitalopram
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Escitalopram is metabolised by CYPs 2C19 (37%), 2D6 (28%) and 3A4 (35%) to form N-desmethylescitalopram. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Esomeprazole
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Esomeprazole is metabolised by CYP2C19 and CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Estazolam
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Estazolam is metabolised to its major metabolite 4-hydroxyestazolam via CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Estradiol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Estradiol is metabolised by CYP3A4, CYP1A2 and is glucuronidated. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ethambutol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Ethambutol is partly metabolised by alcohol dehydrogenase (20%) and partly eliminated unchanged in the faeces (20%) and in the urine (50%). Rituximab does not interact with this metabolic or elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ethinylestradiol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Ethinylestradiol undergoes oxidation (CYP3A4>CYP2C9), sulfation and glucuronidation (UGT1A1). Rituximab does not interfere with these metabolic pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ethionamide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Ethionamide is extensively metabolised in the liver with animal studies suggesting involvement of flavin-containing monooxygenases. Rituximab does not interfere with this metabolic pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Etonogestrel
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Etonogestrel is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
Potential Weak Interaction
Rituximab
Everolimus (Immunosuppressant)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a pharmacokinetic interaction is unlikely. Everolimus is mainly metabolised via CYP3A4 and is a substrate of P-gp. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYP3A4 or P-gp. However, due to the risk of additive haematological toxicity, haematological parameters should be monitored if coadministered.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Exenatide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Exenatide is cleared mainly by glomerular filtration. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ezetimibe
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Ezetimibe is glucuronidated by UGTs 1A1 and 1A3 and to a lesser extent by UGTs 2B15 and 2B7. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Famotidine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Famotidine is excreted via OAT1/OAT3. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce OATs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Felodipine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Felodipine is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Fenofibrate
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Fenofibrate is hydrolysed to an active metabolite, fenofibric acid. Rituximab does not interfere with this metabolic pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Fentanyl
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Fentanyl undergoes extensive CYP3A4 metabolism. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYP3A4.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Fexofenadine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Fexofenadine undergoes negligible metabolism and is mainly eliminated unchanged in the faeces. Fexofenadine is also a substrate of P-gp. Rituximab does not interfere with these metabolic and elimination pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Finasteride
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Finasteride is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Fish oils
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Flecainide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Flecainide is metabolised mainly via CYP2D6, with a proportion (approximately 30%) of the parent drug also renally eliminated unchanged. Rituximab does not interact with this metabolic or elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Flucloxacillin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Flucloxacillin is mainly renally eliminated partly by glomerular filtration and partly by active secretion via OAT1. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Fluconazole
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Fluconazole is only metabolised to a minor extent. Rituximab does not interact with this metabolic pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Flucytosine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Flucytosine is metabolised to 5-fluorouracil which is further metabolised by dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase. Rituximab does not interfere with this metabolic pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Fludrocortisone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Fludrocortisone is metabolised in the liver to inactive metabolites, possibly via CYP3A. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Flunitrazepam
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Flunitrazepam is metabolised mainly via CYP3A4 and CYP2C19. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Fluoxetine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Fluoxetine is metabolised by CYP2D6 and CYP2C9 and to a lesser extent by CYPs 2C19 and 3A4 to form norfluoxetine. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Fluphenazine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Fluphenazine is metabolised by CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Flurazepam
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. The metabolism of flurazepam is most likely CYP-mediated. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Fluticasone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Fluticasone is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Fluvastatin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
The effect of coadministration on pharmacokinetics has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely as fluvastatin is mainly metabolised by CYP2C9. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs. Concomitant statin use had no adverse impact on response to chemotherapy in patients treated with R-CHOP for DLBCL or with rituximab for relapsed or refractory CLL.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Fluvoxamine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Fluvoxamine is metabolised mainly by CYP2D6 and to a lesser extent by CYP1A2. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Fondaparinux
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Fondaparinux does not undergo cytochrome metabolism but is predominately renally eliminated. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Formoterol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Formoterol is eliminated primarily by direct glucuronidation, with O-demethylation (by CYPs 2D6, 2C19, 2C9, and 2A6) followed by further glucuronidation. As multiple CYP450 and UGT enzymes catalyse the transformation, the potential for a pharmacokinetic interaction is low. Rituximab does not interfere with these metabolic pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Fosaprepitant
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Fosaprepitant is rapidly, almost completely, converted to the active metabolite aprepitant. Rituximab does not interact with this metabolic pathway. Aprepitant is mainly metabolised by CYP3A4 and to a lesser extent by CYP1A2 and CYP2C19. During treatment, aprepitant is a moderate inhibitor of CYP3A4, but after treatment aprepitant is a weak inducer of CYP3A4, CYP2C9 and UGT. Rituximab does not interact with this pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Fosphenytoin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Fosphenytoin is rapidly converted to the active metabolite phenytoin. Phenytoin is mainly metabolised by CYP2C9 and to a lesser extent by CYP2C19. Phenytoin is also a potent inducer of CYP3A4, UGT and P-gp. Rituximab does not interact with this pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Furosemide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Furosemide is glucuronidated mainly in the kidney (UGT1A9) and to a lesser extent in the liver (UGT1A1). A large proportion of furosemide is also eliminated unchanged renally (via OATs). Rituximab does not inhibit or induce UGTs or OATs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Gabapentin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Gabapentin is cleared mainly by glomerular filtration. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Gemfibrozil
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Gemfibrozil is metabolised by UGT2B7. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Gentamicin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Gentamicin is eliminated unchanged predominantly via glomerular filtration. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Gestodene
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Gestodene is metabolised by CYP3A4 and to a lesser extent by CYP2C9 and CYP2C19. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Glibenclamide (Glyburide)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Glibenclamide is mainly metabolised by CYP3A4 and to a lesser extent by CYP2C9. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Gliclazide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Gliclazide is metabolised mainly by CYP2C9 and to a lesser extent by CYP2C19. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Glimepiride
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Glimepiride is mainly metabolised by CYP2C9. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Glipizide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Glipizide is mainly metabolised by CYP2C9. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Granisetron
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Granisetron is metabolised by CYP3A4 and is a substrate of P-gp. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or P-gp.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Grapefruit juice
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Grapefruit juice is known to induce CYP3A4 and CYP2C8 enzymes. Rituximab is not metabolised by CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Green tea
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Griseofulvin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Griseofulvin is a liver microsomal enzyme inducer. Less than 1% of a griseofulvin dose is excreted unchanged via the kidneys. Rituximab does not interact with this pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Haloperidol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Haloperidol has a complex metabolism as it undergoes glucuronidation (UGTs 2B7>1A4, 1A9), carbonyl reduction, as well as oxidative metabolism (CYP3A4 and CYP2D6). Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Heparin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Heparin is thought to be eliminated via the reticuloendothelial system. Rituximab does not interfere with this metabolic pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Hydralazine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Hydralazine is metabolised via primary oxidative metabolism and acetylation. In vitro studies have suggested that hydralazine is a mixed enzyme inhibitor, which may weakly inhibit CYP3A4 and CYP2D6. It is not expected that this will lead to a clinical relevant interaction with rituximab.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Hydrochlorothiazide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Hydrochlorothiazide is not metabolised and is cleared by the kidneys via OAT1. Rituximab does not interfere with this pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Hydrocodone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Hydrocodone is metabolised by CYP2D6 to hydromorphone and by CYP3A4 to norhydrocodone, both of which have analgesic effects. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce these CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Hydrocortisone (oral)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Hydrocortisone is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Hydrocortisone (topical)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely with the topical use of hydrocortisone.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Hydromorphone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Hydromorphone is eliminated via glucuronidation, mainly by UGT2B7. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce UGT2B7.
Description:
(See Summary)
Potential Weak Interaction
Rituximab
Hydroxyurea (Hydroxycarbamide)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a pharmacokinetic interaction is unlikely. Hydroxyurea is metabolised in the liver and cleared via the lung and kidney. Rituximab does not interact with these pathway. However, due to the risk of additive haematological toxicity, haematological parameters should be monitored if coadministered.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Hydroxyzine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Hydroxyzine is partly metabolised by alcohol dehydrogenase and partly by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not interfere with these metabolic pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ibandronic acid
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Ibandronic acid is not metabolised and is cleared from the plasma by uptake into bone and elimination via renal excretion. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ibuprofen
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Ibuprofen is metabolised mainly by CYP2C9 and to a lesser extent by CYP2C8 and direct glucuronidation. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Iloperidone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Iloperidone is metabolised by CYP3A4 and CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Imipenem/Cilastatin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Imipenem/cilastatin are eliminated by glomerular filtration and to a lesser extent by active tubular secretion. Rituximab does not interfere with these elimination pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Imipramine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Imipramine is metabolised by CYPs 3A4, 2C19 and 1A2 to desipramine. Imipramine and desipramine are both metabolised by CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Indapamide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Indapamide is extensively metabolised by CYP450. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Insulin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely.
Description:
(See Summary)
Potential Weak Interaction
Rituximab
Interferon alpha
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a pharmacokinetic interaction is unlikely. Coadministration may increase risk of neutropenia, fatigue, and thrombocytopenia and so due to the risk of additive haematological toxicity, haematological parameters should be monitored if coadministered.
Description:
(See Summary)
Potential Weak Interaction
Rituximab
Interleukin 2 (Aldesleukin)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a pharmacokinetic interaction is unlikely. Interleukin-2 is mainly eliminated by glomerular filtration. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway. However, due to the risk of additive haematological toxicity, haematological parameters should be monitored if coadministered.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ipratropium bromide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. A small proportion of an inhaled ipratropium dose is systemically absorbed (6.9%). Metabolism is via ester hydrolysis and conjugation. Rituximab does not interact with these metabolic pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Irbesartan
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Irbesartan is metabolised by glucuronidation and oxidation (mainly CYP2C9). Rituximab does not interfere with these metabolic pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Iron supplements
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Isoniazid
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Isoniazid is acetylated in the liver to form acetylisoniazid which is then hydrolysed to isonicotinic acid and acetylhydrazine. Rituximab does not interact with these metabolic pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Isosorbide dinitrate
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. In vitro studies suggest that CYP3A4 has a role in nitric oxide formation from isosorbide dinitrate. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Itraconazole
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Itraconazole is mainly metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ivabradine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Ivabradine is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Kanamycin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Kanamycin is eliminated unchanged predominantly via glomerular filtration. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ketoconazole
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Ketoconazole is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Labetalol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Labetalol is mainly glucuronidated (via UGT1A1 and UGT2B7). Rituximab does not inhibit or induce UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Lacidipine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Lacidipine is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Lactulose
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Metabolism of lactulose to lactic acid occurs via gastro-intestinal microbial flora only.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Lansoprazole
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Lansoprazole is mainly metabolised by CYP2C19 and to lesser extent by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Lercanidipine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Lercanidipine is metabolised mainly by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Levocetirizine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Less than 14% of a dose of levocetirizine is metabolised. Levocetirizine is mainly eliminated unchanged in the urine through both glomerular filtration and tubular secretion. Rituximab does not interact with these elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Levofloxacin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Levofloxacin is renally eliminated mainly by glomerular filtration and active secretion (possibly OCT2). Rituximab does not interfere with these elimination pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Levomepromazine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Levomepromazine is metabolised by CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Levonorgestrel
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Levonorgestrel is metabolised by CYP3A4 and is glucuronidated to a minor extent. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Levonorgestrel (Emergency Contraception)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Levonorgestrel is metabolised by CYP3A4 and is glucuronidated to a minor extent. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Levothyroxine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Levothyroxine is metabolised by deiodination (by enzymes of deiodinase family) and glucuronidation. Rituximab does not interact with this metabolic pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Lidocaine (Lignocaine)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. CYP1A2 is the predominant enzyme involved in lidocaine metabolism in the range of therapeutic concentrations with a minor contribution from CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Linagliptin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Linagliptin is mainly eliminated as parent compound in faeces with metabolism by CYP3A4 representing a minor elimination pathway. Linagliptin is also a substrate of P-gp. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYP3A4 or P-gp.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Linezolid
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Linezolid undergoes non-CYP mediated metabolism. Rituximab does not interfere with this metabolic pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Liraglutide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Liraglutide is degraded by endogenous endopeptidases. Rituximab does not interact with this metabolic pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Lisinopril
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Lisinopril is renally eliminated unchanged via glomerular filtration. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Lithium
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Lithium is mainly eliminated unchanged by the kidneys. Lithium is freely filtered at a rate that is dependent upon the glomerular filtration rate therefore no pharmacokinetic interaction is expected.
Description:
(See Summary)
Do Not Coadminister
Rituximab
Live vaccines
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration of live vaccines (such as BCG vaccine; measles, mumps and rubella vaccines; varicella vaccines; typhoid vaccines; rotavirus vaccines; yellow fever vaccines; oral polio vaccine) has not been studied. In patients who are receiving cytotoxics or other immunosuppressant drugs, use of live vaccines for immunisation is contraindicated. If coadministration is judged clinically necessary, use with extreme caution since generalized infections can occur.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Loperamide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Loperamide is mainly metabolised by CYP3A4 and CYP2C8, and is a substrate of P-gp. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or P-gp.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Loratadine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Loratadine is metabolised mainly by CYP3A4 and to a lesser extent by CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Lorazepam
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Lorazepam undergoes non-CYP-mediated metabolism. Rituximab does not interfere with this metabolic pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Lormetazepam
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Lormetazepam is mainly glucuronidated. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Losartan
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Losartan is converted to its active metabolite mainly by CYP2C9 in the range of clinical concentrations. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Lovastatin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
The effect of coadministration on pharmacokinetics has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Lovastatin is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs. Concomitant statin use had no adverse impact on response to chemotherapy in patients treated with R-CHOP for DLBCL or with rituximab for relapsed or refractory CLL.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Macitentan
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Macitentan is metabolised mainly by CYP3A4 and to a lesser extent by CYPs 2C19, 2C9 and 2C8. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Magnesium
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Magnesium is eliminated in the kidney, mainly by glomerular filtration. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Maprotiline
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Maprotiline is mainly metabolised by CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Medroxyprogesterone (depot)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Medroxyprogesterone is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Medroxyprogesterone (non-depot)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Medroxyprogesterone is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Mefenamic acid
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Mefenamic acid is metabolised by CYP2C9 and glucuronidated by UGT2B7 and UGT1A9. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Megestrol acetate
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Megestrol acetate is mainly eliminated in the urine. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Meropenem
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Meropenem is primarily eliminated by the kidneys with in vitro data suggesting it is a substrate of the renal transporters OAT3>OAT1. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Mesalazine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Mesalazine is metabolised to N-acetyl-mesalazine by N-acetyltransferase. Rituximab does not interfere with this metabolic pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Metamizole
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Metamizole is metabolised in serum and excreted via urine (90%) and faeces (10%). Furthermore, metamizole is an inducer of CYP3A4. Rituximab is not metabolised by CYP3A4 and does not interfere with the metabolism of metamizole.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Metformin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Metformin is mainly eliminated unchanged in the urine (via OCT2). Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Methadone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Methadone is demethylated by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYP3A4.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Methyldopa
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Methyldopa is excreted in urine largely by glomerular filtration, primarily unchanged and as the mono-O-sulfate conjugate. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Methylphenidate
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Methylphenidate is not metabolised by cytochrome P450 to a clinically relevant extent and does not inhibit or induce cytochrome P450s.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Methylprednisolone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
The effect of coadministration on pharmacokinetics has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Methylprednisolone is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs. Coadministration of high dose methylprednisolone and rituximab has been described as an effective non-myelosuppressive treatment combination for patients with chronic lymphocytic leukaemia that warrants consideration particularly for patients with limited myeloid reserve that might not tolerate standard treatment regimens.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Metoclopramide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Metoclopramide is partially metabolised by the CYP450 system (mainly CYP2D6). Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Metolazone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely as metolazone is largely excreted unchanged in the urine. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Metoprolol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Metoprolol is mainly metabolised by CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Metronidazole
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Metronidazole is eliminated via glomerular filtration. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Mexiletine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Mexiletine is metabolised mainly by CYP2D6 and to a lesser extent by CYP1A2. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Mianserin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Mianserin is metabolised by CYP2D6 and CYP1A2, and to a lesser extent by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Miconazole
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Miconazole is metabolised via O-dealkylation and oxidative N-dealkylation, potentially CYP-mediated. Rituximab does not interact with these metabolic pathways.
Description:
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Midazolam (oral)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Midazolam is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Midazolam (parenteral)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Midazolam is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Milnacipran
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Milnacipran is mainly eliminated unchanged (50%), and as glucuronides (30%) and oxidative metabolites (20%). Rituximab is unlikely to interfere with these pathways.
Description:
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Mirtazapine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Mirtazapine is metabolised to 8-hydroxymirtazapine by CYP2D6 and CYP1A2, and to N-desmethylmirtazapine mainly by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Mometasone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely with the topical use of mometasone. Mometasone is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Montelukast
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Montelukast is mainly metabolised by CYP2C8 and to a lesser extent by CYP3A4 and CYP2C9. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Morphine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Morphine is mainly glucuronidated to morphine-3-glucuronide (UGT2B7>UGT1A1) and to a lesser extent, to the pharmacologically active morphine-6-glucuronide (UGT2B7>UGT1A1). Rituximab does not inhibit or induce UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Moxifloxacin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Moxifloxacin is predominantly glucuronidated by UGT1A1. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce UGTs.
Description:
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Potential Weak Interaction
Rituximab
Mycophenolate
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a pharmacokinetic interaction is unlikely. Mycophenolate is mainly glucuronidated by UGT1A9 and UGT2B7. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce UGTs. However, due to the risk of additive haematological toxicity, haematological parameters should be monitored if coadministered. Since both agents are immunosuppressants a possible pharmacodynamic interaction cannot be excluded.
Description:
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Nadroparin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Nadroparin is renally excreted by a nonsaturable mechanism. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
Description:
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Nandrolone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Nandrolone is metabolised in the liver by alpha-reductase. Rituximab does not interact with this metabolic pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Naproxen
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Naproxen is mainly glucuronidated by UGT2B7 (major) and demethylated to desmethylnaproxen by CYP2C9 (major) and CYP1A2. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or UGTs.
Description:
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Nateglinide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Nateglinide is mainly metabolised by CYP2C9 (70%) and to a lesser extent by CYP3A4 (30%). Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Nebivolol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Nebivolol metabolism involves CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Nefazodone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Nefazodone is metabolised mainly by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Nicardipine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Nicardipine is metabolised mainly by CYP3A4 and to a lesser extent by CYP2D6 and CYP2C8. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Nicotinamide (Niacinamide)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Nicotinamide is converted to N-methylnicotinamide by nicotinamide methyltransferase, which in turn is metabolised by xanthine oxidase and aldehyde oxidase. Rituximab does not interact with this metabolic pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Nifedipine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Nifedipine is metabolised mainly by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Nimesulide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Nimesulide is extensively metabolised in the liver following multiple pathways including CYP2C9. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYP2C9.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Nisoldipine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Nisoldipine is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Nitrendipine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Nitrendipine is extensively metabolised mainly by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Nitrofurantoin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Nitrofurantoin is partly metabolised in the liver via glucuronidation and N-acetylation, and partly eliminated in the urine as unchanged drug (30-40%). Rituximab does not interfere with these metabolic or elimination pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Norelgestromin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Norelgestromin is metabolised to norgestrel (possibly by CYP3A4). Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Norethisterone (Norethindrone)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Norethisterone is extensively biotransformed, first by reduction and then by sulfate and glucuronide conjugation. Rituximab does not interact with these metabolic pathways.
Description:
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Norgestimate
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Norgestimate is rapidly deacetylated to the active metabolite which is further metabolised via CYP450. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Norgestrel
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Norgestrel is a racemic mixture with levonorgestrel being biologically active. Levonorgestrel is mainly metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Nortriptyline
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Nortriptyline is metabolised mainly by CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Nystatin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Systemic absorption of nystatin from oral or topical dosage forms is not significant, therefore no pharmacokinetic interactions are expected.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ofloxacin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Ofloxacin is renally eliminated unchanged by glomerular filtration and active tubular secretion via both cationic and anionic transport systems. Rituximab is unlikely to interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Olanzapine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Olanzapine is metabolised mainly by CYP1A2 and CYP2D6, but also by glucuronidation (UGT1A4). Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Olmesartan
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Olmesartan medoxomil is de-esterified to the active metabolite olmesartan which is eliminated in the faeces and urine. Rituximab does not interfere with this pathway.
Description:
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Omeprazole
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Omeprazole is mainly metabolised by CYP2C19 and to a lesser extent by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ondansetron
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Ondansetron is metabolised mainly by CYP1A2 and CYP3A4 and to a lesser extent by CYP2D6. Additionally, ondansetron is a substrate of P-gp. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or P-gp.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Oxazepam
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Oxazepam is mainly glucuronidated. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Oxcarbazepine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Oxcarbazepine is mainly metabolised via glucuronidation. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Oxprenolol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Oxprenolol is largely metabolised via glucuronidation. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Oxycodone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Oxycodone is metabolised principally to noroxycodone via CYP3A and oxymorphone via CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Paliperidone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Paliperidone is primarily renally eliminated (possibly via OCT) with minimal metabolism occurring via CYP2D6 and CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or OCT.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Palonosetron
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Palonosetron is metabolised mainly by CYP2D6 and to a lesser extent by CYP3A4 and CYP1A2. Additionally, palonosetron is a substrate of P-gp. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or P-gp.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Pamidronic acid
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Pamidronic acid is excreted via urine. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Pantoprazole
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Pantoprazole is mainly metabolised by CYP2C19 and to lesser extent by CYPs 3A4, 2D6 and 2C9. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Para-aminosalicylic acid
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Para-aminosalicylic acid and its acetylated metabolite are mainly excreted in the urine by glomerular filtration and tubular secretion. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Paracetamol (Acetaminophen)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Paracetamol is mainly metabolised by glucuronidation (via UGTs 1A9 (major), 1A6, 1A1, and 2B15), sulfation, and to a lesser extent, by oxidation (CYPs 2E1 (major), 1A2, 3A4 and 2D6). Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Paroxetine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Paroxetine is mainly metabolised by CYP2D6 and CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
Potential Weak Interaction
Rituximab
Peginterferon alfa-2a
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a pharmacokinetic interaction is unlikely. Coadministration may increase risk of neutropenia, fatigue, and thrombocytopenia and so due to the risk of additive haematological toxicity, haematological parameters should be monitored if coadministered.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Penicillins
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Penicillins are mainly eliminated in the urine (20% by glomerular filtration and 80% by tubular secretion via OAT). Rituximab does not interfere with the elimination of penicillins.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Perazine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Perazine is demethylated via CYP3A4 and CYP2C9, and to a lesser extent by CYP2D6 and CYP2C19, with oxidation via FMO3. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or FMO3.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Periciazine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. The metabolism of periciazine has not been well characterized but is likely to involve CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Perindopril
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Perindopril is hydrolysed to the active metabolite perindoprilat probably via CYP3A4 and is metabolised to other inactive metabolites. Elimination occurs predominantly via the urine. Rituximab does not interact with these metabolic and elimination pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Perphenazine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Perphenazine is metabolised by CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Pethidine (Meperidine)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Pethidine is metabolised mainly by CYP2B6 and to a lesser extent by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Phenelzine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Phenelzine is primarily metabolised by oxidation via monoamine oxidase and to a lesser extent by acetylation. Rituximab does not interfere with these metabolic pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Phenobarbital (Phenobarbitone)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Phenobarbital is partially metabolised in the liver by CYP2C19. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Phenprocoumon
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Phenprocoumon is mainly metabolised by CYP2C9 and CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Phenytoin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Phenytoin is mainly metabolised by CYP2C9 and to a lesser extent by CYP2C19. Phenytoin is also a potent inducer of CYP3A4, UGT and P-gp. Rituximab does not interact with this pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Phytomenadione (Vitamin K)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. An in vitro study found that the only CYP450 enzyme involved in phytomenadione metabolism was CYP4F2. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYP4F2.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Pimozide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Pimozide is mainly metabolised by CYP3A4 and to a lesser extent by CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Pindolol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Pindolol is partly metabolised to hydroxymetabolites (possibly via CYP2D6) and partly eliminated unchanged in the urine. Rituximab is not expected to interfere with this metabolic or elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Pioglitazone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Pioglitazone is metabolised mainly by CYP2C8 and to a lesser extent by CYPs 3A4, 1A2 and 2C9. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Pipotiazine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. The metabolism of pipotiazine has not been well described but may involve CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Piroxicam
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Piroxicam is primarily metabolised by CYP2C9. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYP2C9.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Pitavastatin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
The effect of coadministration on pharmacokinetics has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Pitavastatin is metabolised by UGTs 1A3 and 2B7 with minimal metabolism by CYPs 2C9 and 2C8. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or UGTs. Concomitant statin use had no adverse impact on response to chemotherapy in patients treated with R-CHOP for DLBCL or with rituximab for relapsed or refractory CLL.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Posaconazole
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Posaconazole undergoes glucuronidation with only a small portion of CYP-mediated metabolism. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Potassium
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on limited data available an interaction appears unlikely. Potassium is eliminated renally.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Prasugrel
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Prasugrel is a prodrug and is converted to its active metabolite mainly by CYP3A4 and CYP2B6 and to a lesser extent by CYP2C9 and CYP2C19. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Pravastatin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
The effect of coadministration on pharmacokinetics has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Pravastatin is minimally metabolised via CYP enzymes and is a substrate of OATP1B1. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce OATP1B1. Concomitant statin use had no adverse impact on response to chemotherapy in patients treated with R-CHOP for DLBCL or with rituximab for relapsed or refractory CLL.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Prazosin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Prazosin is extensively metabolised, primarily by demethylation and conjugation. Rituximab is unlikely to interfere with this metabolic pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Prednisolone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
The effect of coadministration on pharmacokinetics has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Prednisolone undergoes hepatic metabolism via CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs. In patients with plasmablastic lymphoma, coadministration of rituximab and prednisolone (along with cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin and bortezomib) is established as combination therapy.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Prednisone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Prednisone is converted to the active metabolite, prednisolone, by 11-B-hydroxydehydrogenase. Prednisolone is then metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not interact with these metabolic pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Pregabalin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Pregabalin is cleared mainly by glomerular filtration. Rituximab is unlikely to interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Prochlorperazine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Prochlorperazine is metabolised by CYP2D6 and CYP2C19. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Promethazine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Promethazine is metabolised by CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Propafenone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Propafenone is metabolised mainly by CYP2D6 and to a lesser extent by CYP1A2 and CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Propranolol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Propranolol is metabolised by 3 routes (aromatic hydroxylation by CYP2D6, N-dealkylation followed by side chain hydroxylation via CYPs 1A2, 2C19, 2D6, and direct glucuronidation). Rituximab does not interact with these metabolic pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Prucalopride
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Prucalopride is minimally metabolised and mainly renally eliminated, partly via active secretion by renal transporters. Prucalopride is also a substrate of P-gp. Rituximab does not interact with these pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Pyrazinamide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Pyrazinamide is mainly metabolised by xanthine oxidase. Rituximab does not interfere with this metabolic pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Quetiapine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Quetiapine is primarily metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Quinapril
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Quinapril is de-esterified to the active metabolite quinaprilat which is eliminated primarily by renal excretion via OAT3. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Quinidine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Quinidine is metabolised by CYP3A4 and is an inhibitor of P-gp. Rituximab is not transported by P-gp and does not interfere with the metabolism of quinidine.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Rabeprazole
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Rabeprazole is mainly metabolised via non-enzymatic reduction and to lesser extent by CYP2C19 and CYP3A4. Rituximab does not interfere with these metabolic pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ramipril
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Ramipril is hydrolysed to the active metabolite ramiprilat probably via CYP3A4, and is metabolised to the diketopiperazine ester, diketopiperazine acid and the glucuronides of ramipril and ramiprilat. Rituximab does not interfere with this metabolic pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ranitidine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Ranitidine is excreted via OAT1/OAT3. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ranolazine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Ranolazine is primarily metabolised by CYP3A4 and to a lesser extent by CYP2D6. Ranolazine is also a substrate of P-gp. Furthermore, ranolazine is a weak inhibitor of P-gp, CYP3A4 and CYP2D6. Rituximab does not interact with this pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Reboxetine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Reboxetine is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYP3A4.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Repaglinide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Repaglinide is metabolised by CYP2C8 and CYP3A4 with clinical data indicating it is a substrate of the hepatic transporter OATP1B1. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or OATP1B1.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Retinol (Vitamin A)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Vitamin A esters are hydrolysed by pancreatic enzymes to retinol, which is then absorbed and re-esterified. Some retinol is stored in the liver but retinol not stored in the liver undergoes glucuronide conjugation and subsequent oxidation to retinal and retinoic acid. Rituximab does not interfere with these metabolic pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Rifabutin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Rifabutin is metabolised by CYP3A and via deacetylation. Rituximab does not interact with these metabolic pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Rifampicin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Rifampicin is metabolised via deacetylation. Rituximab does not interfere with this metabolic pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Rifapentine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Rifapentine is metabolised via deacetylation. Rituximab does not interfere with this metabolic pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Rifaximin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Rifaximin is mainly excreted in faeces, almost entirely as unchanged drug. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Risperidone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Risperidone is metabolised by CYP2D6 and to a lesser extent by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Rivaroxaban
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Rivaroxaban is partly metabolised in the liver (by CYP3A4, CYP2J2 and hydrolytic enzymes) and partly eliminated unchanged in urine (by P-gp and BCRP). Rituximab does not interfere with these metabolic or elimination pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Rosiglitazone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant Interaction is unlikely. Rosiglitazone is metabolised mainly by CYP2C8 and to a lesser extent by CYP2C9 and CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Rosuvastatin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
The effect of coadministration on pharmacokinetics has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely as rosuvastatin is largely excreted unchanged via the faeces. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway. Concomitant statin use had no adverse impact on response to chemotherapy in patients treated with R-CHOP for DLBCL or with rituximab for relapsed or refractory CLL.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Salbutamol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Salbutamol is metabolised to the inactive salbutamol-4’-O-sulphate. Rituximab does not interact with this metabolic pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Salmeterol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Salmeterol is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Saxagliptin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Saxagliptin is mainly metabolised by CYP3A4 and is a substrate of P-gp. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or P-gp.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Senna
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Senna glycosides are hydrolysed by colonic bacteria in the intestinal tract and the active anthraquinones liberated into the colon. Excretion occurs in the urine and the faeces and also in other secretions.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Sertindole
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Sertindole is metabolised by CYP2D6 and CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Sertraline
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Sertraline is mainly metabolised by CYP2B6 and to a lesser extent by CYPs 2C9, 2C19, 2D6 and 3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Sildenafil (Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Sildenafil is metabolised mainly by CYP3A4 and to a lesser extent by CYP2C9. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Simvastatin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
The effect of coadministration on pharmacokinetics has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Simvastatin is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs. Concomitant statin use had no adverse impact on response to chemotherapy in patients treated with R-CHOP for DLBCL or with rituximab for relapsed or refractory CLL.
Description:
(See Summary)
Potential Weak Interaction
Rituximab
Sirolimus
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a pharmacokinetic interaction is unlikely. Sirolimus is metabolised by CYP3A4 and is substrate of P-gp. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or P-gp. However, due to the risk of additive haematological toxicity, haematological parameters should be monitored if coadministered. Since both agents are immunosuppressants a possible pharmacodynamic interaction cannot be excluded.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Sitagliptin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Sitagliptin is primarily eliminated in urine as unchanged drug (via active secretion by OAT3, OATP4C1 and P-gp), with metabolism by CYP3A4 represents a minor metabolic pathway. Rituximab does not interfere with these metabolic or elimination pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Sodium nitroprusside
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Sodium nitroprusside is rapidly metabolised, likely by interaction with sulfhydryl groups in the erythrocytes and tissues. Cyanogen (cyanide radical) is produced which is converted to thiocyanate in the liver by the enzyme thiosulfate sulfurtransferase. Rituximab does not interact with this metabolic pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Sotalol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Sotalol is excreted unchanged via renal elimination. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Spectinomycin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Spectinomycin is predominantly eliminated unchanged in the kidneys via glomerular filtration. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Spironolactone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Spironolactone is partly metabolised by the flavin containing monooxygenases. Rituximab does not interfere with this metabolic pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Stanozolol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Stanozolol undergoes hepatic metabolism. Rituximab does not interact with this metabolic pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
St John's Wort
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. St John’s wort is a P-gp and CYP3A4 inducer, but these are not involved in the transport or metabolism of rituximab.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Streptokinase
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Like other proteins, streptokinase is metabolised proteolytically in the liver and eliminated via the kidneys. Rituximab is unlikely to interfere with this metabolic or elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Streptomycin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Streptomycin is eliminated by glomerular filtration. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Sulfadiazine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. In vitro studies suggest a role of CYP2C9 in sulfadiazine metabolism. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Sulpiride
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Sulpiride is mainly excreted in the urine and faeces as unchanged drug. Rituximab is unlikely to interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
Potential Weak Interaction
Rituximab
Tacrolimus
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a pharmacokinetic interaction is unlikely. Tacrolimus is metabolised mainly by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs. However, due to the risk of additive haematological toxicity, haematological parameters should be monitored if coadministered. Since both agents are immunosuppressants a possible pharmacodynamic interaction cannot be excluded.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Tadalafil (Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Tadalafil is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Tamsulosin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Tamsulosin is metabolised mainly by CYP3A4 and to a lesser extent by CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Tazobactam
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Tazobactam is excreted as unchanged drug (approximately 80%) and inactive metabolite (approximately 20%) in the urine. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Telithromycin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Telithromycin is metabolised by CYP3A4 (50%) with the remaining 50% metabolised via non-CYP mediated pathways. Rituximab does not interfere with these metabolic pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Telmisartan
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Telmisartan is mainly glucuronidated by UGT1A3. Rituximab not inhibit or induce UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Temazepam
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Temazepam is mainly glucuronidated. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce UGTs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Terbinafine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Terbinafine is metabolised by CYPs 1A2, 2C9, 3A4 and to a lesser extent by CYP2C8 and CYP2C19. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Testosterone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Testosterone is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Tetracycline
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Tetracycline is eliminated unchanged primarily by glomerular filtration. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Theophylline
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Theophylline is mainly metabolised by CYP1A2. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Thiamine (Vitamin B1)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Thioridazine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Thioridazine is metabolised by CYP2D6 and to a lesser extent by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Tiapride
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Tiapride is excreted largely unchanged in urine. Rituximab is unlikely to interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ticagrelor
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Ticagrelor undergoes extensive CYP3A4 metabolism and is a substrate of P-gp. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYP3A4 or P-gp.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Timolol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Timolol is predominantly metabolised in the liver by CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Tinzaparin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Tinzaparin is renally excreted as unchanged or almost unchanged drug. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Tolbutamide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Tolbutamide is mainly metabolised by CYP2C9 and to a lesser extent by CYPs 2C8 and 2C19. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Tolterodine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Tolterodine is primarily metabolised by CYP2D6 and CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Torasemide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Torasemide is metabolised mainly by CYP2C9. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Tramadol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Tramadol is metabolised by CYPs 3A4, 2B6, and 2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Trandolapril
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Trandolapril is hydrolysed to the active metabolite, trandolaprilat, probably via CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Tranexamic acid
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Tranexamic acid is mainly cleared by glomerular filtration. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Tranylcypromine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Tranylcypromine is hydroxylated and acetylated. Rituximab does not interfere with these metabolic pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Trazodone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Trazodone is primarily metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Triamcinolone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Triamcinolone is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Triazolam
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Triazolam is metabolised by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Trimethoprim/Sulfamethoxazole
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Trimethoprim is primarily eliminated by the kidneys via glomerular filtration and tubular secretion. Sulfamethoxazole is metabolised via CYP2C9. Rituximab does not interfere with these metabolic or elimination pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Trimipramine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Trimipramine is metabolised mainly by CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Tropisetron
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Tropisetron is metabolised mainly by CYP2D6 and is a substrate of P-gp. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs or P-gp.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ulipristal
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Ulipristal is mainly metabolised by CYP3A4 and to a lesser extent by CYP1A2 and CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Valproic acid (Valproate)
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Valproic acid is primarily metabolised by glucuronidation (50%) and mitochondrial beta-oxidation (30-40%). To a lesser extent (10%) valproic acid is metabolised by CYP2C9 and CYP2C19. Valproic acid is also an inhibitor of CYP2C9. Rituximab does not interact with this pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Valsartan
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Valsartan is eliminated unchanged mostly through biliary excretion. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Vancomycin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Vancomycin is excreted unchanged via glomerular filtration. Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Venlafaxine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Venlafaxine is mainly metabolised by CYP2D6 and to a lesser extent by CYP3A4 and CYP2C19. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Verapamil
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Verapamil is metabolised mainly by CYP3A4 and to a lesser extent by CYPs 1A2, 2C8 and 2C9. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Vildagliptin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Vildagliptin is inactivated via non-CYP mediated hydrolysis and is a substrate of P-gp. Rituximab does not interfere with these pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Vitamin E
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Voriconazole
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Voriconazole is metabolised by CYPs 2C9, 2C19 and 3A4. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Warfarin
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Warfarin is a mixture of enantiomers which are metabolised by different cytochromes. R-warfarin is primarily metabolised by CYP1A2 and CYP3A4. S-warfarin (more potent) is metabolised by CYP2C9. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Xipamide
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Approximately 90% of xipamide is excreted in the urine, mainly as unchanged drug (~50%) and glucuronides (30%). Rituximab does not interfere with this elimination pathway.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Zaleplon
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Zaleplon is mainly metabolised by aldehyde oxidase and to a lesser extent by CYP3A4. Rituximab does not interfere with these metabolic pathways.
Description:
(See Summary)
No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Ziprasidone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Approximately two thirds of ziprasidone metabolic clearance is by reduction, with less than one third by CYP enzymes (mainly CYP3A4). Rituximab does not interfere with these metabolic pathways.
Description:
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Zoledronic acid
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Zoledronic acid is excreted via urine. Rituximab does not interact with this elimination pathway.
Description:
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Zolpidem
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Zolpidem is metabolised mainly by CYP3A4 and to a lesser extent by CYPs 2C9, 1A2, 2D6 and 2C19. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Zopiclone
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Zopiclone is metabolised mainly by CYP3A4 and to a lesser extent by CYP2C8. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Zotepine
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Zotepine is mainly metabolised by CYP3A4 and to a lesser extent by CYP1A2 and CYP2D6. Rituximab does not inhibit or induce CYPs.
Description:
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No Interaction Expected
Rituximab
Zuclopenthixol
Quality of Evidence: Very Low
Summary:
Coadministration has not been studied but based on metabolism and clearance a clinically significant interaction is unlikely. Zuclopenthixol is metabolised by sulphoxidation, N-dealkylation (via CYP2D6 and CYP3A4) and glucuronidation. Rituximab does not interfere with these metabolic pathways.
Description:
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