Combivir Interactions Explained
The following sections explain in detail the potentially negative interactions that can occur when
Combivir is combined with any of the drugs listed above.
Atovaquone
Taking atovaquone with Combivir may increase the level of Combivir in your blood, potentially increasing your risk of
Combivir side effects. Talk with your healthcare provider before taking these medications together.
Doxorubicin
Doxorubicin can make Combivir less effective and may also increase the risk of Combivir side effects. In general, these medications should not be taken together.
Fluconazole
Fluconazole may increase the level of Combivir in your blood, possibly increasing your risk of side effects. Talk with your healthcare provider before using these medications together -- you may need to be monitored more closely.
Ganciclovir
Combining ganciclovir with Combivir may increase your risk of Combivir side effects, particularly those that affect blood cells. Your healthcare provider may need to monitor your blood counts very closely if you are taking both of these medications.
Interferon Medications
Taking an interferon medication with Combivir may increase your risk of Combivir side effects, particularly those that affect blood cells. Your healthcare provider may need to monitor your blood counts very closely if you are taking both of these medications.
Methadone
Methadone may increase the level of Combivir in your blood, possibly increasing your risk of side effects. Talk with your healthcare provider before taking these medications together.
Nelfinavir
Nelfinavir may decrease the level of Combivir in your blood, perhaps making it less effective. Talk with your healthcare provider before taking these medications together.