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Drug Interactions between bupivacaine liposome and Sotalol Hydrochloride AF

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Interactions between your drugs

Moderate

sotalol BUPivacaine liposome

Applies to: Sotalol Hydrochloride AF (sotalol) and bupivacaine liposome

Consumer information for this interaction is not currently available.

MONITOR: Beta-blockers may increase the risk of bupivacaine-induced side effects. The proposed mechanism is increased bupivacaine levels due to hepatic enzyme inhibition (propranolol) and/or additive negative inotropic effects on the heart. Patients with heart failure may be at a greater risk. Data have been conflicting and variable. Theoretically, beta-blocker ophthalmic solutions may also interact, as they are systemically absorbed and can produce clinically significant systemic effects even at low or undetectable plasma levels.

MANAGEMENT: Caution is recommended if multiple doses of bupivacaine are administered in the presence of a beta-blocker. Monitoring for drowsiness, mental status changes, convulsions, ECG changes, and hypotension is advisable during concurrent therapy.

References

  1. Roitman K, Sprung J, Wallace M, Matjasko J "Enhancement of bupivacaine cardiotoxcity with cardiac glycosides and beta-adrenergic blockers: a case report." Anesth Analg 76 (1993): 658-61
  2. Ponten J, Biber B, Bjuro T, Henriksson BA, Hjalmarson A, Lundberg D "Beta-receptor blockade and spinal anaesthesia. Withdrawal versus continuation of long-term therapy." Acta Anaesthesiol Scand Suppl 76 (1982): 62-9
  3. Ponten J, Biber B, Henriksson BA, Jonsteg C "Bupivacaine for intercostal nerve blockade in patients on long-term beta-receptor blocking therapy." Acta Anaesthesiol Scand Suppl 76 (1982): 70-7

Drug and food interactions

Moderate

sotalol food

Applies to: Sotalol Hydrochloride AF (sotalol)

Sotalol and ethanol may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure. You may experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate. These side effects are most likely to be seen at the beginning of treatment, following a dose increase, or when treatment is restarted after an interruption. Let your doctor know if you develop these symptoms and they do not go away after a few days or they become troublesome. Avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medications affect you, and use caution when getting up from a sitting or lying position. 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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Moderate

sotalol food

Applies to: Sotalol Hydrochloride AF (sotalol)

Using sotalol together with multivitamin with minerals may decrease the effects of sotalol. Separate the administration times of sotalol and multivitamin with minerals by at least 2 hours. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special test to safely use both 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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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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