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Drug Interactions Between Non-Nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors and Other Drugs

DHHS Last Updated: September 2024Australian Commentary Last Updated: December 2024

Despite there being no direct effect on RPV plasma concentration, high doses of oral supplements may modify gastric pH, thereby affecting RPV absorption – subsequent potential impact on maintenance of viral suppression. 

in the context of between-class ARV switches, clinicians may need to factor in enzyme induction of some NNRTIs, time to induction dissipation, and potential impact on ARV being introduced. 

Table 24b. Drug Interactions Between Non-Nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors and Other Drugs

This table provides information on the known or predicted interactions between non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NNRTIs) and non-antiretroviral drugs. Cabotegravir (CAB) intramuscular (IM) plus rilpivirine (RPV) IM are co-packaged into a single product and are coadministered as a complete regimen; therefore, the dosing recommendations and clinical comments reflect the combination of CAB IM and RPV IM treatments. Drug interaction studies were not conducted with either CAB IM or RPV IM. Drug interaction studies with oral CAB and RPV were leveraged to make the dosing recommendations for CAB IM and RPV IM. For information regarding interactions between NNRTIs and other antiretroviral (ARV) drugs, including dosing recommendations, refer to Tables 24c, 24e, 24f, 25a, and 25b.

Recommendations for managing a particular drug interaction may differ, depending on whether a new ARV drug is being initiated in a patient on a stable concomitant medication or if a new concomitant medication is being initiated in a patient on a stable ARV regimen. The magnitude and significance of drug interactions are difficult to predict when several drugs with competing metabolic pathways are prescribed concomitantly. When an interacting drug needs to be replaced with an alternative, providers should exercise their clinical judgment to select the most appropriate alternative medication.

Oral doses of RPV at 75 mg and 300 mg once daily (equivalent to 3 and 12 times the recommended dose) were associated with prolonged QTc (or QT corrected for heart rate) interval. Known and expected/theoretical pharmacokinetic interactions, resulting in increased RPV exposures, are included in this table due to the safety concern of QTc prolongation. There is limited information about the potential for pharmacodynamic interactions between RPV (in the absence of increased RPV exposures) and drugs that prolong the QTc interval; therefore, these are not included in this table.

Nevirapine (NVP) is no longer commonly used in clinical practice in the United States and is not included in this table. Please refer to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration product labels for information regarding drug interactions between NVP and concomitant medications. Information may also be found in archived versions of this guideline.

Concomitant Drug
NNRTI
Effect on NNRTI and/or Concomitant Drug Concentrations
Dosing Recommendations and Clinical Comments
Acid Reducers
AntacidsDOR, EFV↔ NNRTI AUCNo dose adjustment needed.
ETR↔ ETR expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
RPV IM↔ RPV expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
RPV PO↓ RPV expected when given simultaneouslyGive antacids at least 2 hours before or at least 4 hours after RPV.
H2 Receptor AntagonistsDOR↔ NNRTI expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV↔ EFV AUCNo dose adjustment needed.
ETR ↔ ETR AUCNo dose adjustment needed.
RPV IM↔ RPV expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
RPV PORPV AUC ↓ 76% when famotidine 40 mg is taken 2 hours priorGive H2 receptor antagonists at least 12 hours before or at least 4 hours after RPV.
Proton Pump Inhibitors
DORDOR AUC ↓ 17% and Cmin ↓ 16%No dose adjustment needed.
EFV↔ EFV and NVP expected
ETRWith Omeprazole 40 mg Daily

  • ETR AUC ↑ 41%

RPV IM↔ RPV expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
RPV POWith Omeprazole 20 mg Daily

  • RPV AUC ↓ 40% and Cmin ↓ 33%

Contraindicated.
Alpha-Adrenergic Antagonists for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Alfuzosin,Doxazosin, Silodosin, Terazosin
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ alpha-adrenergic antagonists expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR, NVP↓ alpha-adrenergic antagonists expectedConsider alternative ARV or alpha-antagonist therapy. If coadministration is necessary, monitor for therapeutic effectiveness of alpha antagonist.
Tamsulosin
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ tamsulosin expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR, NVP↓ tamsulosin expectedMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of tamsulosin after 2–4 weeks. May need to increase dose to tamsulosin 0.8 mg once daily for patients who fail to respond to the 0.4-mg dose.
Antibacterials—Antimycobacterials
Bedaquiline
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ bedaquiline expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ bedaquiline possibleDo not coadminister.
Rifabutin
DORDOR AUC ↓ 50%Increase DOR dose to 100 mg twice daily. No dose adjustment is needed for rifabutin.
EFVRifabutin ↓ 38%The recommended dosing range is rifabutin 450–600 mg per day.
ETR↔ rifabutin and metabolite AUC

ETR AUC ↓ 37%
Do not coadminister ETR plus PI/r with rifabutin.

Use rifabutin 300 mg once daily if ETR is administered without PI/r.
RPV IM↓ RPV expectedContraindicated.
RPV PORifabutin plus RPV 50 mg PO Once Daily Compared to RPV 25 mg Once Daily Alone

↔ RPV AUC and Cmin
Increase RPV dose to 50 mg PO once daily. No dose adjustment for rifabutin is needed.
Rifampin
DORDOR AUC ↓ 88%Contraindicated. After stopping rifampin, wait 4 weeks before initiating DOR.
EFVEFV AUC ↓ 26%Do not use EFV 400 mg with rifampin. Maintain EFV dose at 600 mg once daily and monitor for virologic response.
ETRSignificant ↓ ETR possibleDo not coadminister.
RPV IM↓ RPV expectedContraindicated.
RPV PORPV AUC ↓ 80%Contraindicated.
Rifapentine
DORDOR 100 mg Twice Daily plus Once-Weekly Rifapentine and Isoniazid Compared to DOR 100 mg Twice Daily Alone
OR AUC ↓ 29%, Cmin ↓ 31%
Contraindicated. After stopping rifapentine, wait 4 weeks before initiating DOR.
EFVDaily Rifapentine (Max 600 mg) With
EFV

  • ↔ EFV concentrations


Weekly Rifapentine (Max 900 mg)
With EFV

  • ↔ EFV concentrations
No dose adjustment needed.
ETR↓ ETR possibleDo not coadminister.
RPV IM, RPV PO↓ RPV expectedContraindicated.
Antibacterials—Macrolides
Azithromycin
DOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ azithromycin expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
Clarithromycin
DOR↔ clarithromycin expected

↑ DOR possible
Monitor for ARV tolerability if used in combination.
EFVClarithromycin AUC ↓ 39%Monitor for effectiveness, or consider alternative agent (e.g., azithromycin) for MAC prophylaxis and treatment.
ETRClarithromycin AUC ↓ 39%

ETR AUC ↑ 42%
Consider alternative macrolide (e.g., azithromycin) for MAC prophylaxis and treatment.
RPV IM, RPV PO↔ clarithromycin expected

↑ RPV possible
Consider alternative macrolide (e.g., azithromycin) for MAC prophylaxis and treatment. If coadministered, monitor for QTc prolongation.
ErythromycinDOR↑ DOR possibleMonitor for ARV tolerability if used in combination.
EFV, ETR↑ EFV, ETR, and NVP possible

↓ erythromycin possible
Monitor for ARV tolerability and antibiotic efficacy if used in combination.
RPV IM, RPV PO↑ RPV possibleConsider alternative macrolide (e.g., azithromycin). If coadministered, monitor for QTc prolongation.
Anticoagulants
Apixaban DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ apixaban expected 
EFV, ETR↓ apixaban possible
.
Dabigatran, EdoxabanDOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ DOAC expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
Rivaroxaban DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ rivaroxaban expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ rivaroxaban possibleConsider alternative ARV or anticoagulant therapy.
Warfarin
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ warfarin expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↑ or ↓ warfarin possibleMonitor INR and adjust warfarin dose accordingly.
Antiseizure
Carbamazepine, Phenobarbital, Phenytoin
DOR↓ DOR possibleContraindicated. After stopping anticonvulsant, wait 4 weeks before initiating DOR.
EFVCarbamazepine plus EFV
  • Carbamazepine AUC ↓ 27%
  • EFV AUC ↓ 36%
Phenytoin plus EFV
  • ↓ EFV

↑ or ↓ phenytoin possible
Consider alternative ARV or anticonvulsant. If coadministration is necessary, monitor anticonvulsant and EFV concentrations.
ETR↓ anticonvulsant and ETR possibleDo not coadminister.
RPV IM, RPV PO↓ RPV possibleContraindicated.
Eslicarbazepine
DOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↓ NNRTI possibleConsider alternative ARV or anticonvulsant. If coadministration is necessary, monitor virologic response and consider monitoring plasma concentrations of ARVs.
Oxcarbazepine
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↓ NNRTI possibleContraindicated.
EFV, ETR↓ NNRTI possibleConsider alternative ARV or anticonvulsant. If coadministration is necessary, monitor virologic response and consider monitoring plasma concentrations of ARVs.
Ethosuximide, Lacosamide, Tiagabine, Zonisamide
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ anticonvulsant expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ anticonvulsant possibleMonitor seizure control. Consider anticonvulsant therapeutic drug monitoring.
Lamotrigine
DOR, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ lamotrigine expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV↓ lamotrigine possibleMonitor seizure control and plasma concentrations of lamotrigine.
Antidepressants, Anxiolytics, and Antipsychotics
Also see the Sedative/Hypnotics section below.
Antidepressants and Anxiolytics
BupropionDOR, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ bupropion expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFVBupropion AUC ↓ 55%Titrate bupropion dose based on clinical response.
Citalopram, EscitalopramDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antidepressant expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ antidepressant possibleTitrate antidepressant dose based on clinical response.
Desvenlafaxine,
Venlafaxine
DOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antidepressant expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
DuloxetineDOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antidepressant expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
Fluoxetine, FluvoxamineDOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antidepressant expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
MirtazapineDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ mirtazapine expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ mirtazapine possibleMonitor antidepressant effect. Titrate dose as necessary based on clinical response.
NefazodoneDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↑ NNRTI possibleNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ nefazodone expected

↑ NNRTI possible
Monitor antidepressant effect. Titrate dose as necessary based on clinical response.
ParoxetineDOR, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ paroxetine expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV↔ paroxetine expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
SertralineDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ sertraline expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFVSertraline AUC ↓ 39%Monitor the antidepressant effect. Titrate dose as necessary based on clinical response.
ETR↓ sertraline possible
TrazodoneDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ trazodone expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ trazodone possibleMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of trazodone and titrate dose as necessary.
Tricyclic Antidepressants
(e.g., amitriptyline, doxepin, nortriptyline)
DOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antidepressant expectedNo dose adjustment needed
Antipsychotics
AripiprazoleDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ aripiprazole expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ aripiprazole expectedMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of antipsychotic. Consider doubling usual dose of aripiprazole over 1–2 weeks. Refer to aripiprazole prescribing information for dose recommendations.
Brexpiprazole
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ brexpiprazole expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ brexpiprazole expectedMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of antipsychotic. Consider doubling the usual dose of brexpiprazole and making further adjustments based on clinical response. Refer to brexpiprazole prescribing information.
Cariprazine
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ cariprazine expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ cariprazine and ↑ or ↓ active metabolite possibleDo not coadminister.
IloperidoneDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antipsychotic expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ antipsychotic possibleMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of antipsychotic.
Lumateperone
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antipsychotic expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ antipsychotic possibleDo not coadminister.
Lurasidone
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antipsychotic expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ antipsychotic possibleMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of antipsychotic.
Olanzapine, Olanzapine/SamidorphanDOR, ETR, NVP, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ olanzapine expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV↓ olanzapine possibleMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of olanzapine.
Other Antipsychotics

CYP3A4 substrates (e.g., clozapine, perphenazine, risperidone)
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antipsychotic expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ antipsychotic possibleMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of antipsychotic.
Pimavanserin
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ pimavanserin expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ pimavanserin expectedDo not coadminister.
Pimozide
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ pimozide expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ pimozide possibleMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of pimozide.
QuetiapineDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antipsychotic expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ antipsychotic possibleMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of antipsychotic.
Ziprasidone
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antipsychotic expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ antipsychotic possibleMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of antipsychotic.
Antifungals
FluconazoleDOR↑ DOR possibleNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV↔ fluconazole expected

↔ EFV AUC
No dose adjustment needed.
ETRETR AUC ↑ 86%No dose adjustment needed.
RPV IM, RPV PO↑ RPV possibleNo dose adjustment needed. If coadministered, consider monitoring for QTc prolongation.
Ibrexafungerp
DOR, RPV PO↑ NNRTI possibleNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ ibrexafungerp expected

↑ NNRTI possible
No dose adjustment needed.
RPV IM↔ ibrexafungerp expected

↔ RPV IM expected
Do not coadminister.
Isavuconazole
DOR↑ DOR possibleNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ isavuconazole possibleMonitor isavuconazole concentration and antifungal response. Dose adjustments for isavuconazole may be necessary.
RPV IM, RPV PO↑ RPV possibleNo dose adjustment needed. If coadministered, consider monitoring for QTc prolongation.
Itraconazole
DOR↑ DOR possibleNo dose adjustment needed.
EFVEFV With Itraconazole Solution
  • Itraconazole and OH-itraconazole AUC, Cmax, and Cmin ↓ 37% to 44%


EFV With Itraconazole Capsules
  • Itraconazole AUC ↓ 86% and OH-itraconazole AUC 84%
Do not coadminister unless potential benefits outweigh the risks. Failure to achieve therapeutic itraconazole concentrations has been reported. If coadministration is necessary, closely monitor itraconazole concentration and adjust dose accordingly.
ETR↓ itraconazole possible

↑ ETR possible
Dose adjustments for itraconazole may be necessary. Monitor itraconazole concentration and antifungal response.
RPV IM, RPV PO↑ RPV possibleNo dose adjustment needed. If coadministered, consider monitoring for QTc prolongation.
PosaconazoleDOR, ETR↑ NNRTI possibleNo dose adjustment needed.
EFVPosaconazole AUC ↓ 50%

↔ EFV AUC
Do not coadminister unless potential benefits outweigh the risks. If coadministration is necessary, monitor posaconazole concentration and adjust dose accordingly.
RPV IM, RPV PO↑ RPV possibleNo dose adjustment needed. If coadministered, consider monitoring for QTc prolongation.
Voriconazole
DOR↑ DOR possibleNo dose adjustment needed.
EFVVoriconazole AUC ↓ 77%

EFV AUC ↑ 44%
Contraindicated at standard doses.
Adjust dose to voriconazole 400 mg twice daily plus EFV 300 mg daily.
ETR↔ voriconazole AUC

ETR AUC ↑ 36%
No dose adjustment needed.
RPV IM, RPV PO↑ RPV possibleNo dose adjustment needed. If coadministered, consider monitoring for QTc prolongation.
Antimalarials
Artemether/LumefantrineDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antimalarial expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFVArtemether AUC ↓ 79%

DHA AUC ↓ 75%

Lumefantrine AUC ↓ 30% to 56%
Consider alternative ARV or antimalarial drug. If used in combination, monitor closely for antimalarial efficacy.
ETRArtemether AUC ↓ 38%

↔ DHA AUC

↔ lumefantrine AUC

↔ ETR AUC
Clinical significance of the reduced antimalarial drug concentrations is unknown. If used in combination with ETR, monitor for antimalarial efficacy.
Atovaquone/Proguanil
DOR, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PONo data
Monitor for antimalarial efficacy.
EFVAtovaquone AUC ↓ 75%

Proguanil AUC ↓ 43%
No dose recommendation. Consider alternative drug for malaria prophylaxis, if possible.
Antimigraine
Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide (CGRP) Receptor Antagonists
AtogepantDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ atogepant expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ atogepant possibleEpisodic migraine: Increase atogepant dose to 30–60 mg once daily.

Chronic migraine: Do not coadminister.
RimegepantDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ rimegepant expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ rimegepant possibleConsider alternative ARV or migraine medication.
UbrogepantDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ ubrogepant expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ ubrogepant expectedUse initial dose of 100 mg, followed by second dose of 100 mg if needed.
ZavegepantDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ zavegepant expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ zavegepant possible
Serotonin 5-HT1B, 1D Receptor Agonists
Almotriptan, EletriptanDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ almotriptan expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ almotriptan possible
Frovatriptan, Naratriptan, Rizatriptan, Sumatriptan, ZolmitriptanDOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ migraine medication expectedNo dose adjustment needed
Antiplatelets
ClopidogrelDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ clopidogrel expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ activation of clopidogrel possibleConsider alternative ARV or antiplatelet. ETR may prevent metabolism of clopidogrel to its active metabolite.
Prasugrel
All NNRTIs↔ prasugrel expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
Ticagrelor DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ ticagrelor expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR, NVP↓ ticagrelor expectedConsider alternative ARV or anticoagulant therapy.
VorapaxarDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ vorapaxar expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ vorapaxar expectedInsufficient data to make a dose recommendation.
Antipneumocystis and Antitoxoplasmosis
Atovaquone (oral solution)DOR, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PONo dataMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of atovaquone.
EFVAtovaquone AUC ↓ 44% to 47%Consider alternative ARV or agent for PCP or toxoplasmosis treatment or prophylaxis. If coadministration is necessary, monitor for therapeutic effectiveness of atovaquone.
Antivirals—Hepatitis C
Elbasvir/GrazoprevirDOR↔ elbasvir and grazoprevir

DOR AUC ↑ 56% and Cmin ↑ 41%
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
Elbasvir AUC ↓ 54%

Grazoprevir AUC ↓ 83%

↔ EFV
Contraindicated.
ETR↓ elbasvir and grazoprevir expected
Do not coadminister.
RPV IM
↔ elbasvir and grazoprevir expected

↔ RPV expected
No dose adjustment needed.
RPV PO↔ elbasvir and grazoprevir

↔ RPV AUC and Cmin
No dose adjustment needed.
Glecaprevir/Pibrentasvir
DOR
↑ DOR expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
↓ glecaprevir and pibrentasvir expected
Do not coadminister.
ETR
↓ glecaprevir and pibrentasvir possible
Do not coadminister.
RPV IM
↔ glecaprevir and pibrentasvir expected

↑ RPV expected
No dose adjustment needed.
RPV PO
↔ glecaprevir and pibrentasvir

RPV AUC ↑ 84%
No dose adjustment needed.
Ledipasvir/SofosbuvirDOR
↔ ledipasvir and sofosbuvir

↔ DOR
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
Ledipasvir AUC, Cmin, and Cmax ↓ 34%

↔ sofosbuvir
ETR
No significant effect expected
RPV IM
↔ ledipasvir, sofosbuvir, and RPV expected
RPV PO
↔ ledipasvir and sofosbuvir

↔ RPV
Sofosbuvir/Velpatasvir
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
No significant effect expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
Velpatasvir AUC ↓ 43%, Cmax ↓ 37%, and Cmin ↓ 47%
Do not coadminister.
ETR
↓ velpatasvir expected
Do not coadminister.
Sofosbuvir/‌Velpatasvir/‌Voxilaprevir
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
No significant effect expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
Velpatasvir AUC ↓ 43%, Cmax ↓ 37%, and Cmin ↓47%

↓ voxilaprevir expected
Do not coadminister.
ETR
↓ voxilaprevir expected

↓ velpatasvir expected
Do not coadminister.
Antivirals—Miscellaneous (e.g., for CMV, Mpox)
Brincidofovir
All NNRTIs↔ brincidofovir expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
CidofovirAll NNRTIs↔ cidofovir expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
MaribavirDOR RPV IM, RPV PO↔ maribavir expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ maribavir possible
TecovirimatDOR, RPV PO↓ DOR or RPV expected but not likely to be clinically relevantNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↔ EFV, ETR, or NVP expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
RPV IM↓ RPV expected but not likely to be clinically relevantNo dose adjustment needed. If there is a concern for suboptimal RPV exposure, seek expert consultation.

Do not initiate CAB/RPV IM during and within 2 weeks after tecovirimat treatment. (Refer to Table 24d for interaction with CAB.)
Antivirals—SARS-CoV-2
MolnupiravirAll NNRTIs↔ expectedNo dose adjustment needed
RemdesivirAll NNRTIs↔ expectedNo dose adjustment needed
Ritonavir-Boosted NirmatrelvirDORWith Ritonavir 100 mg Twice Daily

  • DOR AUC ↑ 254%
No dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR, RPV PO, RPV IM↔ expectedNo dose adjustment needed
Cardiac Medications
Beta-Blockers
Atenolol, Metoprolol, NebivololDOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ beta-blocker expectedNo dose adjustment needed
Bisoprolol, CarvedilolDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ beta-blocker expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ beta-blocker possibleNo dose adjustment needed. Monitor blood pressure and heart rate and titrate to clinical effect.
LabetalolDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ beta-blocker expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↑ beta-blocker possibleNo dose adjustment needed. Monitor blood pressure and heart rate and adjust dose to achieve desired clinical effect.
Calcium Channel Blockers
Dihydropyridine Calcium Channel Blockers
(e.g., amlodipine, nifedipine)
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ CCBs expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ CCBs possibleTitrate CCB dose based on clinical response.
Non-Dihydropyridine Calcium Channel Blockers
(e.g., diltiazem, verapamil)
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ CCBs expected

↑ NNRTI possible
No dose adjustment needed
EFVDiltiazem AUC ↓ 69%

↓ verapamil possible
Titrate diltiazem or verapamil dose based on clinical response.
ETR↓ diltiazem or verapamil possible
Cardiac—Other
BosentanDOR↓ DOR possibleConsider alternative ARV or alternative to bosentan. If coadministration is necessary, monitor virologic response.
EFV, ETR↓ NNRTI possible

↓ bosentan possible
Consider alternative ARV or alternative to bosentan. If coadministration is necessary, monitor bosentan efficacy and virologic response.
RPV IM, RPV PO↓ RPV possibleConsider alternative ARV or alternative to bosentan. If coadministration is necessary, monitor virologic response.
EplerenoneDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ eplerenone expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ eplerenone possibleTitrate eplerenone dose based on clinical response.
IvabradineDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ ivabradine expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ ivabradine expectedContraindicated
MavacamtenDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ mavacamten expected

↓ NNRTI possible
Consider alternative ARV or alternative to mavacamten. If coadministration is necessary, monitor virologic response.
EFV, ETR↓ mavacamten expected

↓ NNRTI possible
Contraindicated
RanolazineDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ ranolazine expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ ranolazine expectedContraindicated
Corticosteroids
Beclomethasone,
Ciclesonide
DOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ corticosteroid expectedNo dose adjustment needed
Budesonide, Fluticasone, MometasoneDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ corticosteroid expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ corticosteroid possibleMonitor corticosteroid efficacy and titrate as needed. May consider alternative corticosteroid for long-term use.
DexamethasoneDOR, EFV, ETR↓ NNRTI possible
Consider alternative corticosteroid for long-term use. If dexamethasone is used with NNRTI, monitor virologic response.
RPV IM, RPV POSignificant ↓ RPV possibleContraindicated with more than a single dose of dexamethasone.
Prednisone, PrednisoloneDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ corticosteroid expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR,↓ corticosteroid possibleMonitor corticosteroid efficacy and titrate as needed. May consider alternative corticosteroid for long-term use.
Glucose-Lowering
Linagliptin, SitagliptinDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antihyperglycemic expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ antihyperglycemic possibleMonitor glycemic control.
Metformin
DOR
↔ metformin AUC

DOR AUC ↓ 26% and Cmax ↓ 24%
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR, RPV IM↔ metformin expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
RPV PO↔ metformin AUCNo dose adjustment needed.
Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2 Inhibitors
(e.g., canagliflozin, dapagliflozin, empagliflozin)
DOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antihyperglycemic expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
Herbal Products
St. John’s Wort
DOR
↓ DOR expected
Contraindicated. After stopping St. John’s Wort, wait 4 weeks before initiating DOR.
EFV, ETR↓ EFV, ETR, and NVP expectedDo not coadminister.
RPV IM, RPV PO
↓ RPV expected
Contraindicated.
Hormonal Therapies—Contraceptives
Injectable Contraceptives

Depot MPA
DOR, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ MPA expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV↔ MPA
No dose adjustment needed. Refer to Women With HIV section for people on EFV and RIF.
Oral Contraceptives
(e.g., desogestrel, drospirenone, ethinyl estradiol, levonorgestrel, norgestimate)
DOR
↔ ethinyl estradiol

↔ levonorgestrel

↔ drospirenone expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
↔ ethinyl estradiol

Etonogestrel (metabolite of oral desogestrel) Cmin ↓ 61%

Levonorgestrel (metabolite of oral norgestimate) AUC ↓ 83%

Norelgestromin (metabolite of oral norgestimate) AUC ↓ 64%

↓ drospirenone possible
When Used for Contraception
  • Use alternative ARV or contraceptive methods.


When Used for Other Clinical Indications (e.g., Acne, Menstrual Cycle Regulation)

Monitor for clinical effectiveness of hormonal therapy.
ETR
Ethinyl estradiol AUC ↑ 22%

↔ norethindrone

↓ drospirenone possible
No dose adjustment needed for regimens that do not contain drospirenone

For drospirenone-containing regimens used for contraception, use alternative ARV or alternative contraceptive method.

If using drospirenone for other clinical indications, monitor for clinical effectiveness of hormonal therapy.
RPV IM
↔ ethinyl estradiol expected

↔ norethindrone expected

↔ drospirenone expected
No dose adjustment needed.
RPV PO
↔ ethinyl estradiol

↔ norethindrone

↔ drospirenone expected
No dose adjustment needed.
Subdermal Implant Contraceptives
(e.g., etonogestrel, levonorgestrel)
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ etonogestrel expected

↔ levonorgestrel expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
Etonogestrel AUC ↓ 63% to 82%

Levonorgestrel AUC ↓ 42% to 47%

Levonorgestrel 300 mg Implant With 600 mg EFV Compared to Levonorgestrel 150 mg Implant

  • Levonorgestrel AUC ↓ 34%
Use alternative ARV or contraceptive methods.

Unintended pregnancies were observed in women who used EFV and levonorgestrel implant concomitantly.
ETR
↓ etonogestrel possible

↓ levonorgestrel possible
No data available to make dose recommendation.
ETR
↓ etonogestrel possible

↓ levonorgestrel possible
Consider using alternative ARV or contraceptive method.
Transdermal Contraceptives

(e.g., ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin, ethinyl estradiol/levonorgestrel)
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ ethinyl estradiol or norelgestromin expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV
↓ ethinyl estradiol or norelgestromin possibleConsider using alternative ARV or contraceptive method.
ETR↓ ethinyl estradiol or norelgestromin possibleConsider using alternative ARV or contraceptive method.
Vaginal Ring Contraceptives

(e.g., etonogestrel/ethinyl estradiol, segesterone/ethinyl estradiol)
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol expected

↓ segesterone and ethinyl estradiol expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
Ethinyl estradiol (intravaginal ring) AUC ↓ 56%

Etonogestrel (intravaginal ring) AUC ↓ 81%
Use alternative ARV or contraceptive method.
↓ segesterone and ethinyl estradiol possibleConsider alternative ARV or contraceptive method.
ETR↓ etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol possible
No data available to make dose recommendation.
Emergency Contraceptives

Levonorgestrel (oral)
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ levonorgestrel expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV
Levonorgestrel 1.5 mg Plus 600 mg EFV

  • Levonorgestrel AUC ↓ 58%

Levonorgestrel 3 mg Plus 600 mg EFV Compared to Levonorgestrel 1.5 mg Alone

  • ↔ levonorgestrel AUC
Increase dose of levonorgestrel to 3mg when used for emergency postcoital contraception.
ETR
↓ levonorgestrel possibleConsider alternative ARV or contraceptive method.
Hormonal Therapies—Gender Affirming and Menopause
EstradiolDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ estradiol expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFVEstradiol AUC ↓ 28%

↔ EFV AUC
Monitor effects of estrogen and therapy. Titrate dose as necessary to achieve therapeutic goals.
ETR↓ estradiol possible
5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors
(e.g., dutasteride, finasteride)
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ dutasteride and finasteride expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ dutasteride and finasteride possibleMonitor effects of testosterone. Titrate testosterone dose as necessary to achieve therapeutic goals.
TestosteroneDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ testosterone expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ testosterone possibleMonitor effects of testosterone. Titrate testosterone dose as necessary to achieve therapeutic goals.
Other Gender-Affirming MedicationsDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ hormonial concentrations expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ crypterone and progestogens possible

↔ goserelin, leuprolide acetate, and spironolactone expected
Monitor feminizing effects of estrogen and antiandrogen therapy. Titrate testosterone dose as necessary to achieve therapeutic goals.
Menopausal Hormone Replacement Therapy
(e.g., conjugated estrogens, drospirenone, estradiol, medroxyprogesterone, progesterone)
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ hormonal concentrations expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ estrogen possible with estradiol or conjugated estrogen (equine and synthetic)

↓ medroxyprogesterone possible

↓ micronized progesterone possible

↓ drospirenone possible

See Contraceptives—Oral above for other progestin-NNRTI interactions
Monitor menopausal symptoms. Titrate to the dose of hormonal therapy that achieves menopausal symptom relief.
Immunosuppressants
Cyclosporine
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ cyclosporine expected

↑ NNRTI possible
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR
↓ cyclosporine possible
Increase in immunosuppressant dose may be necessary. Therapeutic drug monitoring of immunosuppressant is recommended. Consult with specialist as necessary.
Everolimus, Sirolimus, Tacrolimus
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ immunosuppressant expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR
↓ immunosuppressant possible
Increase in immunosuppressant dose may be necessary. Therapeutic drug monitoring of immunosuppressant is recommended. Consult with specialist as necessary.
Lipid-Modifying
AtorvastatinDOR↔ atorvastatin AUCNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETRAtorvastatin AUC ↓ 32% to 43%
Adjust atorvastatin dose according to lipid response, but do not exceed the maximum recommended dose.
RPV IM
↔ atorvastatin expected
No dose adjustment needed.
RPV PO
↔ atorvastatin AUC
No dose adjustment needed.
FluvastatinDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ fluvastatin expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR
↑ fluvastatin possible
Dose adjustments for fluvastatin may be necessary. Monitor for fluvastatin toxicity.
Lovastatin, SimvastatinDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ lovastatin and simvastatin expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFVSimvastatin AUC ↓ 60% to 68%

Simvastatin active metabolite AUC ↓ 60%
Adjust simvastatin dose according to lipid response, but do not exceed the maximum recommended dose.
ETR↓ lovastatin possible

↓ simvastatin possible
Adjust lovastatin or simvastatin dose according to lipid response, but do not exceed the maximum recommended dose.
Pitavastatin
DOR, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ pitavastatin expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV↔ pitavastatin AUC
No dose adjustment needed.
Pravastatin
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ pravastatin expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFVPravastatin AUC ↓ 44%Adjust statin dose according to lipid responses, but do not exceed the maximum recommended dose.
ETR↓ pravastatin possible
Rosuvastatin
DOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ rosuvastatin expected
No dose adjustment needed.
Narcotics and Treatment for Opioid Dependence
Buprenorphine

Sublingual or buccal
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ buprenorphine expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
Buprenorphine AUC ↓ 50%

Norbuprenorphine (active metabolite) AUC ↓ 71%
No dose adjustment needed, monitor for withdrawal symptoms.
ETR
Buprenorphine AUC ↓ 25%
No dose adjustment needed.
Buprenorphine ImplantDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ buprenorphine expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETRNo data
Clinical monitoring is recommended when NNRTI is initiated after insertion of buprenorphine implant.
Lofexidine
DOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ lofexidine expected
No dose adjustment needed.
Methadone
DOR
↔ methadone AUC
DOR AUC ↓ 26%
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
Methadone AUC ↓ 52%
Opioid withdrawal common; monitor and increase methadone dose as necessary.
ETR↔ methadone AUC
No dose adjustment needed.
RPV IM
↓ methadone AUC expected
No dose adjustment needed, but monitor for withdrawal symptoms.
RPV PO
R-methadonea AUC ↓ 16%
No dose adjustment needed, but monitor for withdrawal symptoms.
PDE5 Inhibitors
Avanafil, Tadalafil, Vardenafil
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ PDE5 inhibitor expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR, NVP
↓ PDE5 inhibitor possible
May need to titrate dose based on clinical effect.
Sildenafil
DOR
↔ sildenafil expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV↓ sildenafil possible
May need to titrate sildenafil dose based on clinical effect.
ETR
Sildenafil AUC ↓ 57%
May need to titrate sildenafil dose based on clinical effect.
RPV IM
↔ sildenafil expected
No dose adjustment needed.
RPV PO
↔ sildenafil AUC and Cmax
No dose adjustment needed.
Sedative/Hypnotics
Benzodiazepines
Alprazolam, Triazolam
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ alprazolam or triazolam expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ alprazolam or triazolam possible
Monitor for therapeutic effectiveness of benzodiazepine.
Diazepam
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ diazepam expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV↓ diazepam possible
Monitor for therapeutic effectiveness of diazepam.
ETR
↑ diazepam possible
Decreased dose of diazepam may be necessary. Monitor for diazepam toxicity.
LorazepamDOR, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ lorazepam expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV↔ lorazepam AUC
No dose adjustment needed.
Midazolam
DOR
↔ midazolam AUC
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
↑ or ↓ midazolam possible
Monitor for therapeutic effectiveness and toxicity of midazolam.
ETR
Midazolam AUC ↓ 31%

Midazolam active metabolite Cmax ↑ 57%
Monitor for therapeutic effectiveness of midazolam.
RPV IM, RPV PO↔ midazolam expected
No dose adjustment needed.
Orexin Receptor Antagonists
DaridorexantDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ daridorexant expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFVDaridorexant AUC ↓ 61%Do not coadminister.
ETR↓ daridorexant possible
Lemborexant, SuvorexantDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ lemborexant expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ lemborexant possibleDo not coadminister.
Other Sedatives
Eszopiclone, ZolpidemDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ eszopiclone or zolpidem expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ eszopiclone or zolpidem possibleMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of sedative and titrate to clinical effect.
Miscellaneous
FinerenoneDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ finerenone expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ finerenone expectedConsider alternative ARV or alternative to finerenone. If coadministration is necessary, monitor finerenone efficacy.
PraziquantelDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ praziquantel expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFVR-praziquantel and S-praziquantel AUC ↓ 74% to 75%Do not coadminister. If coadministration is necessary, consider alternative ARVs.
ETR↓ praziquantel possibleDo not coadminister. If coadministration is necessary, consider alternative ARVs.
aR-methadone is the active form of methadone.
Key to Symbols:
↑ = increase
↓ = decrease
↔ = less than 20% change in AUC

Key: ARV = antiretroviral; AUC = area under the curve; Cmax = maximum plasma concentration; Cmin = minimum plasma concentration; CAB = cabotegravir; CCB = calcium channel blocker; DAA = direct-acting antiviral; DHA = dihydroartemisinin; DOAC = direct oral anticoagulants; DOR = doravirine; EFV = efavirenz; ETR = etravirine; IM = intramuscular; INR = international normalized ratio; isoniazid = isonicotinic acid hydrazide; MAC = Mycobacterium avium complex; MPA = medroxyprogesterone acetate; CMV = cytomegalovirus; NNRTI = non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor; OH-itraconazole = active metabolite of itraconazole; PCP = Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia; PDE5 = phosphodiesterase type 5; PI/r = protease inhibitor/ritonavir; PO = orally; QTc = QT corrected for heart rate; RPV = rilpivirine

Despite there being no direct effect on RPV plasma concentration, high doses of oral supplements may modify gastric pH, thereby affecting RPV absorption – subsequent potential impact on maintenance of viral suppression.

in the context of between-class ARV switches, clinicians may need to factor in enzyme induction of some NNRTIs, time to induction dissipation, and potential impact on ARV being introduced.

Table 24b. Drug Interactions Between Non-Nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors and Other Drugs

This table provides information on the known or predicted interactions between non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NNRTIs) and non-antiretroviral (ARV) drugs. Cabotegravir (CAB) intramuscular (IM) plus rilpivirine (RPV) IM are co-packaged into a single product and are coadministered as a complete regimen; therefore, the dosing recommendations and clinical comments reflect the combination of CAB IM and RPV IM treatments. Drug interaction studies were not conducted with either CAB IM or RPV IM. Drug interaction studies with oral CAB and RPV were leveraged to make the dosing recommendations for CAB IM and RPV IM. For information regarding interactions between NNRTIs and other ARV drugs, including dosing recommendations, refer to Tables 24c24e24f25a, and 25b.

Recommendations for managing a particular drug interaction may differ, depending on whether a new ARV drug is being initiated in a patient on a stable concomitant medication or if a new concomitant medication is being initiated in a patient on a stable ARV regimen. The magnitude and significance of drug interactions are difficult to predict when several drugs with competing metabolic pathways are prescribed concomitantly. When an interacting drug needs to be replaced with an alternative, providers should exercise their clinical judgment to select the most appropriate alternative medication to use.

RPV 75 mg and 300 mg oral once daily (3 and 12 times the recommended dose, respectively) were shown to prolong the QTc interval. Known and expected/theoretical pharmacokinetic interactions, resulting in increased RPV exposures, are included in this table due to the safety concern of QTc prolongation. There is limited information about the potential for pharmacodynamic interactions between RPV (in the absence of increased RPV exposures) and drugs that prolong the QTc interval; therefore, these are not included in this table.

Concomitant Drug
NNRTI
Effect on NNRTI and/or Concomitant Drug Concentrations
Dosing Recommendations and Clinical Comments
Acid Reducers
AntacidsDOR, EFV↔ NNRTI AUCNo dose adjustment needed.
ETR↔ ETR expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
RPV IM↔ RPV expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
RPV PO↓ RPV expected when given simultaneouslyGive antacids at least 2 hours before or at least 4 hours after RPV.
H2 Receptor AntagonistsDOR↔ NNRTI expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV↔ EFV AUCNo dose adjustment needed.
ETR ↔ ETR AUCNo dose adjustment needed.
RPV IM↔ RPV expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
RPV PORPV AUC ↓ 76% when famotidine 40 mg is taken 2 hours priorGive H2 receptor antagonists at least 12 hours before or at least 4 hours after RPV.
Proton Pump Inhibitors
DORDOR AUC ↓ 17% and Cmin ↓ 16%No dose adjustment needed.
EFV↔ EFV and NVP expected
ETRWith Omeprazole 40 mg Daily

  • ETR AUC ↑ 41%

RPV IM↔ RPV expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
RPV POWith Omeprazole 20 mg Daily

  • RPV AUC ↓ 40% and Cmin ↓ 33%

Contraindicated.
Alpha-Adrenergic Antagonists for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Alfuzosin,Doxazosin, Silodosin, Terazosin
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ alpha-adrenergic antagonists expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR, NVP↓ alpha-adrenergic antagonists expectedConsider alternative ARV or alpha-antagonist therapy. If coadministration is necessary, monitor for therapeutic effectiveness of alpha antagonist.
Tamsulosin
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ tamsulosin expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR, NVP↓ tamsulosin expectedMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of tamsulosin after 2–4 weeks. May need to increase dose to tamsulosin 0.8 mg once daily for patients who fail to respond to the 0.4-mg dose.
Antibacterials—Antimycobacterials
Bedaquiline
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ bedaquiline expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ bedaquiline possibleDo not coadminister.
Rifabutin
DORDOR AUC ↓ 50%Increase DOR dose to 100 mg twice daily. No dose adjustment is needed for rifabutin.
EFVRifabutin ↓ 38%The recommended dosing range is rifabutin 450–600 mg per day.
ETR↔ rifabutin and metabolite AUC

ETR AUC ↓ 37%
Do not coadminister ETR plus PI/r with rifabutin.

Use rifabutin 300 mg once daily if ETR is administered without PI/r.
RPV IM↓ RPV expectedContraindicated.
RPV PORifabutin plus RPV 50 mg PO Once Daily Compared to RPV 25 mg Once Daily Alone

↔ RPV AUC and Cmin
Increase RPV dose to 50 mg PO once daily. No dose adjustment for rifabutin is needed.
Rifampin
DORDOR AUC ↓ 88%Contraindicated. After stopping rifampin, wait 4 weeks before initiating DOR.
EFVEFV AUC ↓ 26%Do not use EFV 400 mg with rifampin. Maintain EFV dose at 600 mg once daily and monitor for virologic response.
ETRSignificant ↓ ETR possibleDo not coadminister.
RPV IM↓ RPV expectedContraindicated.
RPV PORPV AUC ↓ 80%Contraindicated.
Rifapentine
DORDOR 100 mg Twice Daily plus Once-Weekly Rifapentine and Isoniazid Compared to DOR 100 mg Twice Daily Alone
OR AUC ↓ 29%, Cmin ↓ 31%
Contraindicated. After stopping rifapentine, wait 4 weeks before initiating DOR.
EFVDaily Rifapentine (Max 600 mg) With
EFV

  • ↔ EFV concentrations


Weekly Rifapentine (Max 900 mg)
With EFV

  • ↔ EFV concentrations
No dose adjustment needed.
ETR↓ ETR possibleDo not coadminister.
RPV IM, RPV PO↓ RPV expectedContraindicated.
Antibacterials—Macrolides
Azithromycin
DOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ azithromycin expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
Clarithromycin
DOR↔ clarithromycin expected

↑ DOR possible
Monitor for ARV tolerability if used in combination.
EFVClarithromycin AUC ↓ 39%Monitor for effectiveness, or consider alternative agent (e.g., azithromycin) for MAC prophylaxis and treatment.
ETRClarithromycin AUC ↓ 39%

ETR AUC ↑ 42%
Consider alternative macrolide (e.g., azithromycin) for MAC prophylaxis and treatment.
RPV IM, RPV PO↔ clarithromycin expected

↑ RPV possible
Consider alternative macrolide (e.g., azithromycin) for MAC prophylaxis and treatment. If coadministered, monitor for QTc prolongation.
ErythromycinDOR↑ DOR possibleMonitor for ARV tolerability if used in combination.
EFV, ETR↑ EFV, ETR, and NVP possible

↓ erythromycin possible
Monitor for ARV tolerability and antibiotic efficacy if used in combination.
RPV IM, RPV PO↑ RPV possibleConsider alternative macrolide (e.g., azithromycin). If coadministered, monitor for QTc prolongation.
Anticoagulants
Apixaban DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ apixaban expected 
EFV, ETR↓ apixaban possible
.
Dabigatran, EdoxabanDOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ DOAC expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
Rivaroxaban DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ rivaroxaban expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ rivaroxaban possibleConsider alternative ARV or anticoagulant therapy.
Warfarin
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ warfarin expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↑ or ↓ warfarin possibleMonitor INR and adjust warfarin dose accordingly.
Antiseizure
Carbamazepine, Phenobarbital, Phenytoin
DOR↓ DOR possibleContraindicated. After stopping anticonvulsant, wait 4 weeks before initiating DOR.
EFVCarbamazepine plus EFV
  • Carbamazepine AUC ↓ 27%
  • EFV AUC ↓ 36%
Phenytoin plus EFV
  • ↓ EFV

↑ or ↓ phenytoin possible
Consider alternative ARV or anticonvulsant. If coadministration is necessary, monitor anticonvulsant and EFV concentrations.
ETR↓ anticonvulsant and ETR possibleDo not coadminister.
RPV IM, RPV PO↓ RPV possibleContraindicated.
Eslicarbazepine
DOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↓ NNRTI possibleConsider alternative ARV or anticonvulsant. If coadministration is necessary, monitor virologic response and consider monitoring plasma concentrations of ARVs.
Oxcarbazepine
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↓ NNRTI possibleContraindicated.
EFV, ETR↓ NNRTI possibleConsider alternative ARV or anticonvulsant. If coadministration is necessary, monitor virologic response and consider monitoring plasma concentrations of ARVs.
Ethosuximide, Lacosamide, Tiagabine, Zonisamide
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ anticonvulsant expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ anticonvulsant possibleMonitor seizure control. Consider anticonvulsant therapeutic drug monitoring.
Lamotrigine
DOR, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ lamotrigine expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV↓ lamotrigine possibleMonitor seizure control and plasma concentrations of lamotrigine.
Antidepressants, Anxiolytics, and Antipsychotics
Also see the Sedative/Hypnotics section below.
Antidepressants and Anxiolytics
BupropionDOR, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ bupropion expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFVBupropion AUC ↓ 55%Titrate bupropion dose based on clinical response.
Citalopram, EscitalopramDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antidepressant expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ antidepressant possibleTitrate antidepressant dose based on clinical response.
Desvenlafaxine,
Venlafaxine
DOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antidepressant expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
DuloxetineDOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antidepressant expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
Fluoxetine, FluvoxamineDOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antidepressant expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
MirtazapineDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ mirtazapine expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ mirtazapine possibleMonitor antidepressant effect. Titrate dose as necessary based on clinical response.
NefazodoneDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↑ NNRTI possibleNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ nefazodone expected

↑ NNRTI possible
Monitor antidepressant effect. Titrate dose as necessary based on clinical response.
ParoxetineDOR, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ paroxetine expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV↔ paroxetine expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
SertralineDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ sertraline expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFVSertraline AUC ↓ 39%Monitor the antidepressant effect. Titrate dose as necessary based on clinical response.
ETR↓ sertraline possible
TrazodoneDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ trazodone expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ trazodone possibleMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of trazodone and titrate dose as necessary.
Tricyclic Antidepressants
(e.g., amitriptyline, doxepin, nortriptyline)
DOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antidepressant expectedNo dose adjustment needed
Antipsychotics
AripiprazoleDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ aripiprazole expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ aripiprazole expectedMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of antipsychotic. Consider doubling usual dose of aripiprazole over 1–2 weeks. Refer to aripiprazole prescribing information for dose recommendations.
Brexpiprazole
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ brexpiprazole expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ brexpiprazole expectedMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of antipsychotic. Consider doubling the usual dose of brexpiprazole and making further adjustments based on clinical response. Refer to brexpiprazole prescribing information.
Cariprazine
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ cariprazine expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ cariprazine and ↑ or ↓ active metabolite possibleDo not coadminister.
IloperidoneDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antipsychotic expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ antipsychotic possibleMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of antipsychotic.
Lumateperone
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antipsychotic expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ antipsychotic possibleDo not coadminister.
Lurasidone
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antipsychotic expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ antipsychotic possibleMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of antipsychotic.
Olanzapine, Olanzapine/SamidorphanDOR, ETR, NVP, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ olanzapine expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV↓ olanzapine possibleMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of olanzapine.
Other Antipsychotics

CYP3A4 substrates (e.g., clozapine, perphenazine, risperidone)
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antipsychotic expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ antipsychotic possibleMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of antipsychotic.
Pimavanserin
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ pimavanserin expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ pimavanserin expectedDo not coadminister.
Pimozide
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ pimozide expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ pimozide possibleMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of pimozide.
QuetiapineDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antipsychotic expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ antipsychotic possibleMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of antipsychotic.
Ziprasidone
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antipsychotic expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ antipsychotic possibleMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of antipsychotic.
Antifungals
FluconazoleDOR↑ DOR possibleNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV↔ fluconazole expected

↔ EFV AUC
No dose adjustment needed.
ETRETR AUC ↑ 86%No dose adjustment needed.
RPV IM, RPV PO↑ RPV possibleNo dose adjustment needed. If coadministered, consider monitoring for QTc prolongation.
Ibrexafungerp
DOR, RPV PO↑ NNRTI possibleNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ ibrexafungerp expected

↑ NNRTI possible
No dose adjustment needed.
RPV IM↔ ibrexafungerp expected

↔ RPV IM expected
Do not coadminister.
Isavuconazole
DOR↑ DOR possibleNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ isavuconazole possibleMonitor isavuconazole concentration and antifungal response. Dose adjustments for isavuconazole may be necessary.
RPV IM, RPV PO↑ RPV possibleNo dose adjustment needed. If coadministered, consider monitoring for QTc prolongation.
Itraconazole
DOR↑ DOR possibleNo dose adjustment needed.
EFVEFV With Itraconazole Solution
  • Itraconazole and OH-itraconazole AUC, Cmax, and Cmin ↓ 37% to 44%


EFV With Itraconazole Capsules
  • Itraconazole AUC ↓ 86% and OH-itraconazole AUC 84%
Do not coadminister unless potential benefits outweigh the risks. Failure to achieve therapeutic itraconazole concentrations has been reported. If coadministration is necessary, closely monitor itraconazole concentration and adjust dose accordingly.
ETR↓ itraconazole possible

↑ ETR possible
Dose adjustments for itraconazole may be necessary. Monitor itraconazole concentration and antifungal response.
RPV IM, RPV PO↑ RPV possibleNo dose adjustment needed. If coadministered, consider monitoring for QTc prolongation.
PosaconazoleDOR, ETR↑ NNRTI possibleNo dose adjustment needed.
EFVPosaconazole AUC ↓ 50%

↔ EFV AUC
Do not coadminister unless potential benefits outweigh the risks. If coadministration is necessary, monitor posaconazole concentration and adjust dose accordingly.
RPV IM, RPV PO↑ RPV possibleNo dose adjustment needed. If coadministered, consider monitoring for QTc prolongation.
Voriconazole
DOR↑ DOR possibleNo dose adjustment needed.
EFVVoriconazole AUC ↓ 77%

EFV AUC ↑ 44%
Contraindicated at standard doses.
Adjust dose to voriconazole 400 mg twice daily plus EFV 300 mg daily.
ETR↔ voriconazole AUC

ETR AUC ↑ 36%
No dose adjustment needed.
RPV IM, RPV PO↑ RPV possibleNo dose adjustment needed. If coadministered, consider monitoring for QTc prolongation.
Antimalarials
Artemether/LumefantrineDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antimalarial expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFVArtemether AUC ↓ 79%

DHA AUC ↓ 75%

Lumefantrine AUC ↓ 30% to 56%
Consider alternative ARV or antimalarial drug. If used in combination, monitor closely for antimalarial efficacy.
ETRArtemether AUC ↓ 38%

↔ DHA AUC

↔ lumefantrine AUC

↔ ETR AUC
Clinical significance of the reduced antimalarial drug concentrations is unknown. If used in combination with ETR, monitor for antimalarial efficacy.
Atovaquone/Proguanil
DOR, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PONo data
Monitor for antimalarial efficacy.
EFVAtovaquone AUC ↓ 75%

Proguanil AUC ↓ 43%
No dose recommendation. Consider alternative drug for malaria prophylaxis, if possible.
Antimigraine
Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide (CGRP) Receptor Antagonists
AtogepantDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ atogepant expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ atogepant possibleEpisodic migraine: Increase atogepant dose to 30–60 mg once daily.

Chronic migraine: Do not coadminister.
RimegepantDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ rimegepant expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ rimegepant possibleConsider alternative ARV or migraine medication.
UbrogepantDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ ubrogepant expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ ubrogepant expectedUse initial dose of 100 mg, followed by second dose of 100 mg if needed.
ZavegepantDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ zavegepant expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ zavegepant possible
Serotonin 5-HT1B, 1D Receptor Agonists
Almotriptan, EletriptanDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ almotriptan expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ almotriptan possible
Frovatriptan, Naratriptan, Rizatriptan, Sumatriptan, ZolmitriptanDOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ migraine medication expectedNo dose adjustment needed
Antiplatelets
ClopidogrelDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ clopidogrel expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ activation of clopidogrel possibleConsider alternative ARV or antiplatelet. ETR may prevent metabolism of clopidogrel to its active metabolite.
Prasugrel
All NNRTIs↔ prasugrel expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
Ticagrelor DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ ticagrelor expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR, NVP↓ ticagrelor expectedConsider alternative ARV or anticoagulant therapy.
VorapaxarDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ vorapaxar expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ vorapaxar expectedInsufficient data to make a dose recommendation.
Antipneumocystis and Antitoxoplasmosis
Atovaquone (oral solution)DOR, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PONo dataMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of atovaquone.
EFVAtovaquone AUC ↓ 44% to 47%Consider alternative ARV or agent for PCP or toxoplasmosis treatment or prophylaxis. If coadministration is necessary, monitor for therapeutic effectiveness of atovaquone.
Antivirals—Hepatitis C
Elbasvir/GrazoprevirDOR↔ elbasvir and grazoprevir

DOR AUC ↑ 56% and Cmin ↑ 41%
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
Elbasvir AUC ↓ 54%

Grazoprevir AUC ↓ 83%

↔ EFV
Contraindicated.
ETR↓ elbasvir and grazoprevir expected
Do not coadminister.
RPV IM
↔ elbasvir and grazoprevir expected

↔ RPV expected
No dose adjustment needed.
RPV PO↔ elbasvir and grazoprevir

↔ RPV AUC and Cmin
No dose adjustment needed.
Glecaprevir/Pibrentasvir
DOR
↑ DOR expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
↓ glecaprevir and pibrentasvir expected
Do not coadminister.
ETR
↓ glecaprevir and pibrentasvir possible
Do not coadminister.
RPV IM
↔ glecaprevir and pibrentasvir expected

↑ RPV expected
No dose adjustment needed.
RPV PO
↔ glecaprevir and pibrentasvir

RPV AUC ↑ 84%
No dose adjustment needed.
Ledipasvir/SofosbuvirDOR
↔ ledipasvir and sofosbuvir

↔ DOR
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
Ledipasvir AUC, Cmin, and Cmax ↓ 34%

↔ sofosbuvir
ETR
No significant effect expected
RPV IM
↔ ledipasvir, sofosbuvir, and RPV expected
RPV PO
↔ ledipasvir and sofosbuvir

↔ RPV
Sofosbuvir/Velpatasvir
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
No significant effect expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
Velpatasvir AUC ↓ 43%, Cmax ↓ 37%, and Cmin ↓ 47%
Do not coadminister.
ETR
↓ velpatasvir expected
Do not coadminister.
Sofosbuvir/‌Velpatasvir/‌Voxilaprevir
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
No significant effect expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
Velpatasvir AUC ↓ 43%, Cmax ↓ 37%, and Cmin ↓47%

↓ voxilaprevir expected
Do not coadminister.
ETR
↓ voxilaprevir expected

↓ velpatasvir expected
Do not coadminister.
Antivirals—Miscellaneous (e.g., for CMV, Mpox)
Brincidofovir
All NNRTIs↔ brincidofovir expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
CidofovirAll NNRTIs↔ cidofovir expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
MaribavirDOR RPV IM, RPV PO↔ maribavir expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ maribavir possible
TecovirimatDOR, RPV PO↓ DOR or RPV expected but not likely to be clinically relevantNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↔ EFV, ETR, or NVP expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
RPV IM↓ RPV expected but not likely to be clinically relevantNo dose adjustment needed. If there is a concern for suboptimal RPV exposure, seek expert consultation.

Do not initiate CAB/RPV IM during and within 2 weeks after tecovirimat treatment. (Refer to Table 24d for interaction with CAB.)
Antivirals—SARS-CoV-2
MolnupiravirAll NNRTIs↔ expectedNo dose adjustment needed
RemdesivirAll NNRTIs↔ expectedNo dose adjustment needed
Ritonavir-Boosted NirmatrelvirDORWith Ritonavir 100 mg Twice Daily

  • DOR AUC ↑ 254%
No dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR, RPV PO, RPV IM↔ expectedNo dose adjustment needed
Cardiac Medications
Beta-Blockers
Atenolol, Metoprolol, NebivololDOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ beta-blocker expectedNo dose adjustment needed
Bisoprolol, CarvedilolDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ beta-blocker expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ beta-blocker possibleNo dose adjustment needed. Monitor blood pressure and heart rate and titrate to clinical effect.
LabetalolDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ beta-blocker expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↑ beta-blocker possibleNo dose adjustment needed. Monitor blood pressure and heart rate and adjust dose to achieve desired clinical effect.
Calcium Channel Blockers
Dihydropyridine Calcium Channel Blockers
(e.g., amlodipine, nifedipine)
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ CCBs expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ CCBs possibleTitrate CCB dose based on clinical response.
Non-Dihydropyridine Calcium Channel Blockers
(e.g., diltiazem, verapamil)
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ CCBs expected

↑ NNRTI possible
No dose adjustment needed
EFVDiltiazem AUC ↓ 69%

↓ verapamil possible
Titrate diltiazem or verapamil dose based on clinical response.
ETR↓ diltiazem or verapamil possible
Cardiac—Other
BosentanDOR↓ DOR possibleConsider alternative ARV or alternative to bosentan. If coadministration is necessary, monitor virologic response.
EFV, ETR↓ NNRTI possible

↓ bosentan possible
Consider alternative ARV or alternative to bosentan. If coadministration is necessary, monitor bosentan efficacy and virologic response.
RPV IM, RPV PO↓ RPV possibleConsider alternative ARV or alternative to bosentan. If coadministration is necessary, monitor virologic response.
EplerenoneDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ eplerenone expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ eplerenone possibleTitrate eplerenone dose based on clinical response.
IvabradineDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ ivabradine expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ ivabradine expectedContraindicated
MavacamtenDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ mavacamten expected

↓ NNRTI possible
Consider alternative ARV or alternative to mavacamten. If coadministration is necessary, monitor virologic response.
EFV, ETR↓ mavacamten expected

↓ NNRTI possible
Contraindicated
RanolazineDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ ranolazine expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ ranolazine expectedContraindicated
Corticosteroids
Beclomethasone,
Ciclesonide
DOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ corticosteroid expectedNo dose adjustment needed
Budesonide, Fluticasone, MometasoneDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ corticosteroid expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ corticosteroid possibleMonitor corticosteroid efficacy and titrate as needed. May consider alternative corticosteroid for long-term use.
DexamethasoneDOR, EFV, ETR↓ NNRTI possible
Consider alternative corticosteroid for long-term use. If dexamethasone is used with NNRTI, monitor virologic response.
RPV IM, RPV POSignificant ↓ RPV possibleContraindicated with more than a single dose of dexamethasone.
Prednisone, PrednisoloneDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ corticosteroid expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR,↓ corticosteroid possibleMonitor corticosteroid efficacy and titrate as needed. May consider alternative corticosteroid for long-term use.
Glucose-Lowering
Linagliptin, SitagliptinDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antihyperglycemic expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ antihyperglycemic possibleMonitor glycemic control.
Metformin
DOR
↔ metformin AUC

DOR AUC ↓ 26% and Cmax ↓ 24%
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR, RPV IM↔ metformin expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
RPV PO↔ metformin AUCNo dose adjustment needed.
Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2 Inhibitors
(e.g., canagliflozin, dapagliflozin, empagliflozin)
DOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ antihyperglycemic expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
Herbal Products
St. John’s Wort
DOR
↓ DOR expected
Contraindicated. After stopping St. John’s Wort, wait 4 weeks before initiating DOR.
EFV, ETR↓ EFV, ETR, and NVP expectedDo not coadminister.
RPV IM, RPV PO
↓ RPV expected
Contraindicated.
Hormonal Therapies—Contraceptives
Injectable Contraceptives

Depot MPA
DOR, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ MPA expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV↔ MPA
No dose adjustment needed. Refer to Women With HIV section for people on EFV and RIF.
Oral Contraceptives
(e.g., desogestrel, drospirenone, ethinyl estradiol, levonorgestrel, norgestimate)
DOR
↔ ethinyl estradiol

↔ levonorgestrel

↔ drospirenone expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
↔ ethinyl estradiol

Etonogestrel (metabolite of oral desogestrel) Cmin ↓ 61%

Levonorgestrel (metabolite of oral norgestimate) AUC ↓ 83%

Norelgestromin (metabolite of oral norgestimate) AUC ↓ 64%

↓ drospirenone possible
When Used for Contraception
  • Use alternative ARV or contraceptive methods.


When Used for Other Clinical Indications (e.g., Acne, Menstrual Cycle Regulation)

Monitor for clinical effectiveness of hormonal therapy.
ETR
Ethinyl estradiol AUC ↑ 22%

↔ norethindrone

↓ drospirenone possible
No dose adjustment needed for regimens that do not contain drospirenone

For drospirenone-containing regimens used for contraception, use alternative ARV or alternative contraceptive method.

If using drospirenone for other clinical indications, monitor for clinical effectiveness of hormonal therapy.
RPV IM
↔ ethinyl estradiol expected

↔ norethindrone expected

↔ drospirenone expected
No dose adjustment needed.
RPV PO
↔ ethinyl estradiol

↔ norethindrone

↔ drospirenone expected
No dose adjustment needed.
Subdermal Implant Contraceptives
(e.g., etonogestrel, levonorgestrel)
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ etonogestrel expected

↔ levonorgestrel expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
Etonogestrel AUC ↓ 63% to 82%

Levonorgestrel AUC ↓ 42% to 47%

Levonorgestrel 300 mg Implant With 600 mg EFV Compared to Levonorgestrel 150 mg Implant

  • Levonorgestrel AUC ↓ 34%
Use alternative ARV or contraceptive methods.

Unintended pregnancies were observed in women who used EFV and levonorgestrel implant concomitantly.
ETR
↓ etonogestrel possible

↓ levonorgestrel possible
No data available to make dose recommendation.
ETR
↓ etonogestrel possible

↓ levonorgestrel possible
Consider using alternative ARV or contraceptive method.
Transdermal Contraceptives

(e.g., ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin, ethinyl estradiol/levonorgestrel)
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ ethinyl estradiol or norelgestromin expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV
↓ ethinyl estradiol or norelgestromin possibleConsider using alternative ARV or contraceptive method.
ETR↓ ethinyl estradiol or norelgestromin possibleConsider using alternative ARV or contraceptive method.
Vaginal Ring Contraceptives

(e.g., etonogestrel/ethinyl estradiol, segesterone/ethinyl estradiol)
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol expected

↓ segesterone and ethinyl estradiol expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
Ethinyl estradiol (intravaginal ring) AUC ↓ 56%

Etonogestrel (intravaginal ring) AUC ↓ 81%
Use alternative ARV or contraceptive method.
↓ segesterone and ethinyl estradiol possibleConsider alternative ARV or contraceptive method.
ETR↓ etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol possible
No data available to make dose recommendation.
Emergency Contraceptives

Levonorgestrel (oral)
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ levonorgestrel expectedNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV
Levonorgestrel 1.5 mg Plus 600 mg EFV

  • Levonorgestrel AUC ↓ 58%

Levonorgestrel 3 mg Plus 600 mg EFV Compared to Levonorgestrel 1.5 mg Alone

  • ↔ levonorgestrel AUC
Increase dose of levonorgestrel to 3mg when used for emergency postcoital contraception.
ETR
↓ levonorgestrel possibleConsider alternative ARV or contraceptive method.
Hormonal Therapies—Gender Affirming and Menopause
EstradiolDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ estradiol expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFVEstradiol AUC ↓ 28%

↔ EFV AUC
Monitor effects of estrogen and therapy. Titrate dose as necessary to achieve therapeutic goals.
ETR↓ estradiol possible
5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors
(e.g., dutasteride, finasteride)
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ dutasteride and finasteride expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ dutasteride and finasteride possibleMonitor effects of testosterone. Titrate testosterone dose as necessary to achieve therapeutic goals.
TestosteroneDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ testosterone expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ testosterone possibleMonitor effects of testosterone. Titrate testosterone dose as necessary to achieve therapeutic goals.
Other Gender-Affirming MedicationsDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ hormonial concentrations expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ crypterone and progestogens possible

↔ goserelin, leuprolide acetate, and spironolactone expected
Monitor feminizing effects of estrogen and antiandrogen therapy. Titrate testosterone dose as necessary to achieve therapeutic goals.
Menopausal Hormone Replacement Therapy
(e.g., conjugated estrogens, drospirenone, estradiol, medroxyprogesterone, progesterone)
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ hormonal concentrations expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ estrogen possible with estradiol or conjugated estrogen (equine and synthetic)

↓ medroxyprogesterone possible

↓ micronized progesterone possible

↓ drospirenone possible

See Contraceptives—Oral above for other progestin-NNRTI interactions
Monitor menopausal symptoms. Titrate to the dose of hormonal therapy that achieves menopausal symptom relief.
Immunosuppressants
Cyclosporine
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ cyclosporine expected

↑ NNRTI possible
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR
↓ cyclosporine possible
Increase in immunosuppressant dose may be necessary. Therapeutic drug monitoring of immunosuppressant is recommended. Consult with specialist as necessary.
Everolimus, Sirolimus, Tacrolimus
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ immunosuppressant expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR
↓ immunosuppressant possible
Increase in immunosuppressant dose may be necessary. Therapeutic drug monitoring of immunosuppressant is recommended. Consult with specialist as necessary.
Lipid-Modifying
AtorvastatinDOR↔ atorvastatin AUCNo dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETRAtorvastatin AUC ↓ 32% to 43%
Adjust atorvastatin dose according to lipid response, but do not exceed the maximum recommended dose.
RPV IM
↔ atorvastatin expected
No dose adjustment needed.
RPV PO
↔ atorvastatin AUC
No dose adjustment needed.
FluvastatinDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ fluvastatin expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR
↑ fluvastatin possible
Dose adjustments for fluvastatin may be necessary. Monitor for fluvastatin toxicity.
Lovastatin, SimvastatinDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ lovastatin and simvastatin expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFVSimvastatin AUC ↓ 60% to 68%

Simvastatin active metabolite AUC ↓ 60%
Adjust simvastatin dose according to lipid response, but do not exceed the maximum recommended dose.
ETR↓ lovastatin possible

↓ simvastatin possible
Adjust lovastatin or simvastatin dose according to lipid response, but do not exceed the maximum recommended dose.
Pitavastatin
DOR, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ pitavastatin expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV↔ pitavastatin AUC
No dose adjustment needed.
Pravastatin
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ pravastatin expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFVPravastatin AUC ↓ 44%Adjust statin dose according to lipid responses, but do not exceed the maximum recommended dose.
ETR↓ pravastatin possible
Rosuvastatin
DOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ rosuvastatin expected
No dose adjustment needed.
Narcotics and Treatment for Opioid Dependence
Buprenorphine

Sublingual or buccal
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ buprenorphine expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
Buprenorphine AUC ↓ 50%

Norbuprenorphine (active metabolite) AUC ↓ 71%
No dose adjustment needed, monitor for withdrawal symptoms.
ETR
Buprenorphine AUC ↓ 25%
No dose adjustment needed.
Buprenorphine ImplantDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ buprenorphine expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETRNo data
Clinical monitoring is recommended when NNRTI is initiated after insertion of buprenorphine implant.
Lofexidine
DOR, EFV, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ lofexidine expected
No dose adjustment needed.
Methadone
DOR
↔ methadone AUC
DOR AUC ↓ 26%
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
Methadone AUC ↓ 52%
Opioid withdrawal common; monitor and increase methadone dose as necessary.
ETR↔ methadone AUC
No dose adjustment needed.
RPV IM
↓ methadone AUC expected
No dose adjustment needed, but monitor for withdrawal symptoms.
RPV PO
R-methadonea AUC ↓ 16%
No dose adjustment needed, but monitor for withdrawal symptoms.
PDE5 Inhibitors
Avanafil, Tadalafil, Vardenafil
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ PDE5 inhibitor expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR, NVP
↓ PDE5 inhibitor possible
May need to titrate dose based on clinical effect.
Sildenafil
DOR
↔ sildenafil expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV↓ sildenafil possible
May need to titrate sildenafil dose based on clinical effect.
ETR
Sildenafil AUC ↓ 57%
May need to titrate sildenafil dose based on clinical effect.
RPV IM
↔ sildenafil expected
No dose adjustment needed.
RPV PO
↔ sildenafil AUC and Cmax
No dose adjustment needed.
Sedative/Hypnotics
Benzodiazepines
Alprazolam, Triazolam
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ alprazolam or triazolam expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV, ETR↓ alprazolam or triazolam possible
Monitor for therapeutic effectiveness of benzodiazepine.
Diazepam
DOR, RPV IM, RPV PO
↔ diazepam expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV↓ diazepam possible
Monitor for therapeutic effectiveness of diazepam.
ETR
↑ diazepam possible
Decreased dose of diazepam may be necessary. Monitor for diazepam toxicity.
LorazepamDOR, ETR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ lorazepam expected
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV↔ lorazepam AUC
No dose adjustment needed.
Midazolam
DOR
↔ midazolam AUC
No dose adjustment needed.
EFV
↑ or ↓ midazolam possible
Monitor for therapeutic effectiveness and toxicity of midazolam.
ETR
Midazolam AUC ↓ 31%

Midazolam active metabolite Cmax ↑ 57%
Monitor for therapeutic effectiveness of midazolam.
RPV IM, RPV PO↔ midazolam expected
No dose adjustment needed.
Orexin Receptor Antagonists
DaridorexantDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ daridorexant expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFVDaridorexant AUC ↓ 61%Do not coadminister.
ETR↓ daridorexant possible
Lemborexant, SuvorexantDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ lemborexant expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ lemborexant possibleDo not coadminister.
Other Sedatives
Eszopiclone, ZolpidemDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ eszopiclone or zolpidem expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ eszopiclone or zolpidem possibleMonitor for therapeutic effectiveness of sedative and titrate to clinical effect.
Miscellaneous
FinerenoneDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ finerenone expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFV, ETR↓ finerenone expectedConsider alternative ARV or alternative to finerenone. If coadministration is necessary, monitor finerenone efficacy.
PraziquantelDOR, RPV IM, RPV PO↔ praziquantel expectedNo dose adjustment needed
EFVR-praziquantel and S-praziquantel AUC ↓ 74% to 75%Do not coadminister. If coadministration is necessary, consider alternative ARVs.
ETR↓ praziquantel possibleDo not coadminister. If coadministration is necessary, consider alternative ARVs.
aR-methadone is the active form of methadone.
Key to Symbols:
↑ = increase
↓ = decrease
↔ = less than 20% change in AUC

Key: ARV = antiretroviral; AUC = area under the curve; Cmax = maximum plasma concentration; Cmin = minimum plasma concentration; CAB = cabotegravir; CCB = calcium channel blocker; DAA = direct-acting antiviral; DHA = dihydroartemisinin; DOAC = direct oral anticoagulants; DOR = doravirine; EFV = efavirenz; ETR = etravirine; IM = intramuscular; INR = international normalized ratio; isoniazid = isonicotinic acid hydrazide; MAC = Mycobacterium avium complex; MPA = medroxyprogesterone acetate; CMV = cytomegalovirus; NNRTI = non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor; OH-itraconazole = active metabolite of itraconazole; PCP = Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia; PDE5 = phosphodiesterase type 5; PI/r = protease inhibitor/ritonavir; PO = orally; QTc = QT corrected for heart rate; RPV = rilpivirine
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