Drug interactions between mefloquine and Vivotif Berna Vaccine
| Results for the following 2 drugs: |
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| mefloquine |
| Vivotif Berna Vaccine (typhoid vaccine, live) |
Interactions between your selected drugs
mefloquine ↔ typhoid vaccine, live
Applies to:mefloquine and Vivotif Berna Vaccine (typhoid vaccine, live)
GENERALLY AVOID: Concurrent mefloquine may attenuate the response to live bacterial vaccines. The mechanism is unknown.
MANAGEMENT: The manufacturer recommends that vaccinations be completed at least 3 days before mefloquine is started.
See also...
- Vivotif Berna Vaccine Drug Interactions
- Vivotif Berna Vaccine Delayed-Release Capsules General Consumer Information
Drug Interaction Classification
The classifications below are a guideline only. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific patient is difficult to determine using this tool alone given the large number of variables that may apply.
| 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. |
Do not stop taking any medications without consulting your healthcare provider.
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