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CYP1A2

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  • Nonhormonal menopause drug
    fezolinetant
    / Side effects and safety

    …liver mainly by the enzyme CYP1A2, which plays a role in breaking down many medications. Drugs that inhibit this enzyme—such as the antidepressant fluvoxamine and the acid reflux medication cimetidine—can interfere with fezolinetant’s metabolism and are therefore contraindicated. For similar reasons, fezolinetant is generally not prescribed for individuals with certain…

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    …liver mainly by the enzyme CYP1A2, which plays a role in breaking down many medications. Drugs that inhibit this enzyme—such as the antidepressant fluvoxamine and the acid reflux medication cimetidine—can interfere with fezolinetant’s metabolism and are therefore contraindicated. For similar reasons, fezolinetant is generally not prescribed for individuals with certain…

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