CriticalHMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin)×Triazole derivatives, systemic antifungals
Updated · Methodology
Mechanism
Strong CYP3A4 inhibitor. Lovastatin rises 10+ fold.
Symptoms
Myalgia, weakness, dark urine, rising CK within 5-10 days.
Management
Combination contraindicated.
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Sources
- FDA: Vfend (voriconazole) prescribing information – CYP3A4 inhibitor, statin/immunosuppressant interactions (2020)– FDA Vfend label, Drug Interactions §7 – tacrolimus, cyclosporine, sirolimus, statins; DailyMed setid ce3ef5cf-3087-4d92-9d94-9eb8287228db
- FDA: Lovastatin tablet (Bluepoint Laboratories) – Prescribing Information – CYP3A4 contraindications (2014)– FDA Mevacor label, Contraindications §4; DailyMed setid 7b86160d-74a9-4774-b5b3-5641e686991f
- FDA: Lovastatin tablets – Prescribing Information (2014)
- AEMPS: Ficha técnica: Voriconazol (nº registro 80105), sección 4.5 (2026)– AEMPS, CIMA, nº registro 80105, sección 4.5