Drug Interaction Report
2 potential interactions and/or warnings found for the following 2 drugs:
- itraconazole
- valdecoxib
Interactions between your drugs
itraconazole valdecoxib
Applies to: itraconazole, valdecoxib
Using valdecoxib together with itraconazole may increase the effects of valdecoxib. Contact your doctor if you experience heart or circulation problems, such as chest pain, weakness, shortness of breath, slurred speech, or problems with vision or balance. 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.
Drug and food interactions
itraconazole food
Applies to: itraconazole
Food increases the absorption of itraconazole capsules but decreases the absorption of itraconazole oral solution. Capsules should be taken immediately after a full meal and the solution be taken on an empty stomach to ensure best results.
Therapeutic duplication warnings
No duplication 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.
Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
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. | |
No interaction information available. |
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