Altoprev Drug Interactions

Altoprev drug interactions can produce serious muscle problems, such as myopathy and rhabdomyolysis. Medications like erythromycin, clarithromycin, and HIV protease inhibitors should not be taken along with Altoprev unless the benefits outweigh the risk of interactions. If you are taking Altoprev, avoid eating grapefruit or grapefruit products, which increase the level of Altoprev in the blood, and tell your healthcare provider immediately about any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness.

Altoprev Drug Interactions: An Introduction

 Altoprev® (lovastatin extended-release) can potentially interact with a number of other medicines. Some possible Altoprev interactions can include:
 
Some of these drug interactions with Altoprev may increase your risk of developing serious muscle problems (see Altoprev and Muscle Pain). People taking Altoprev should tell their healthcare provider immediately about any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, especially if they have a fever or feel ill.
 

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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;
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