Atazanavir

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Also indexed as:

Reyataz

Atazanavir is used in combination with other antiviral drugs to treat HIV infection.

Herbs

Summary of Interactions for Atazanavir

Depletion or interference	None known
Adverse interaction	None known
Side effect reduction/prevention	None known
Supportive interaction	Food
Reduced drug absorption/bioavailability	St. John's wort

An asterisk (*) next to an item in the summary indicates that the interaction is supported only by weak, fragmentary, and/or contradictory scientific evidence.

Interactions with Herbs

St. John's wort (Hypericum perforatum)

Taking St. John's wort when taking atazanavir might result in reduced blood levels of the drug, which could lead to reduced effectiveness and eventual resistance. Individuals taking atazanavir should avoid taking St. John's wort at the same time.

Other Interactions

Food

Taking atazanavir with food increases the absorption of the drug, which results in greater effectiveness. Therefore, atazanavir should be taken with a meal.

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Last Review: 09-01-2007

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