Which drug, when given concurrently with cyclosporine (Sandimmune), can inhibit hepatic microsomal enzymes and lead to toxic levels of cyclosporine?
a. Phenytoin (Dilantin)
b. Rifampin (Rifadin)
c. Erythromycin
d. Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim)
ANS: C
Erythromycin can elevate microsomal enzymes, leading to increased levels of cyclosporine.
Phenytoin, rifampin, and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole reduce the levels of cyclosporine in the body.
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