Evigrade
Critical

Ciclosporin × Rosuvastatin

Immunosuppressants. Calcineurin inhibitors×HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins)

Mechanism

Cyclosporine inhibits OATP1B1 – rosuvastatin hepatic uptake falls, plasma concentration rises 7-fold. FDA Crestor Section 7 contraindication.

Symptoms

Myalgia, weakness, dark urine, rising CK within 5-10 days.

Management

Combination contraindicated. Alternative – pravastatin 20 mg (minimal risk).

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Sources

All interactions