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    HomeMedication GuideDrug InteractionsAlprazolam + Clarithromycin
    Moderate interaction

    Does Alprazolam Interact With Clarithromycin?

    Examples Ketoconazole, itraconazole, clarithromycin Moderate or Weak Inhibitors of CYP3A Clinical implication Concomitant use of alprazolam with CYP3A inhibitors may increase the concentrations of alprazolam, resulting in increased risk of adverse reactions of alprazolam [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ].

    Severity: Moderate

    Severity basis: drug interactions section (keywords: increased risk, may increase). Combining Alprazolam (Benzodiazepine) and Clarithromycin (Macrolide antibiotic) is classified as a moderate interaction.

    What to Do

    Use this combination with caution. Your prescriber may monitor you more closely or adjust doses.

    From the FDA Label

    Examples Ketoconazole, itraconazole, clarithromycin Moderate or Weak Inhibitors of CYP3A Clinical implication Concomitant use of alprazolam with CYP3A inhibitors may increase the concentrations of alprazolam, resulting in increased risk of adverse reactions of alprazolam [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ].

    Source: FDA structured product labeling (set_id 02840ea6-e4a0-96a0-e063-6394a90a19ae).

    Alprazolam

    Benzodiazepine

    Brands: Xanax

    View Alprazolam safety profile

    Clarithromycin

    Macrolide antibiotic

    Brands: Biaxin

    View Clarithromycin safety profile

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    This information is educational — not medical advice.

    This page is provided for general educational purposes and summarizes publicly available data from sources such as the U.S. Food & Drug Administration. It is not a substitute for the judgment of a licensed clinician and should not be used to start, stop, or change any medication. It may be incomplete or out of date, and individual circumstances vary. Always talk with your prescriber or pharmacist about your specific medications and health conditions. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911.

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