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Drug Interactions between betaxolol ophthalmic and budesonide / formoterol / glycopyrrolate

This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:

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Interactions between your drugs

Moderate

betaxolol ophthalmic formoterol

Applies to: betaxolol ophthalmic and budesonide / formoterol / glycopyrrolate

Using betaxolol ophthalmic together with formoterol may reduce the benefits of both medications, since they have opposing effects in the body. In addition, betaxolol ophthalmic can sometimes cause narrowing of the airways, which may worsen your breathing problems or trigger severe asthmatic attacks. You may not be able to use betaxolol ophthalmic if you have frequent asthma attacks or severe asthma or COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), or you may need a dose adjustment and more frequent monitoring of your lung function to safely use both medications. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. Your doctor may be able to prescribe alternatives that do not interact. Let your doctor know if you experience wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, or other breathing difficulties during treatment with these medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

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Minor

budesonide formoterol

Applies to: budesonide / formoterol / glycopyrrolate and budesonide / formoterol / glycopyrrolate

Information for this minor interaction is available on the professional version.

Drug and food interactions

Moderate

budesonide food

Applies to: budesonide / formoterol / glycopyrrolate

You should avoid the regular consumption of large amounts of grapefruits and grapefruit juice while taking budesonide. Grapefruit can raise the levels of budesonide in your body and lead to increased side effects. Do not increase or decrease the amount of grapefruit products in your diet without first talking to your doctor.

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Moderate

glycopyrrolate food

Applies to: budesonide / formoterol / glycopyrrolate

Ask your doctor before using glycopyrrolate together with ethanol. Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking glycopyrrolate. You should be warned not to exceed recommended dosages and to avoid activities requiring mental alertness. If your doctor prescribes these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment to safely take this combination. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

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Therapeutic duplication warnings

No warnings were found for your selected drugs.

Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum.


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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.