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Guanethidine Disease Interactions

There is 1 disease interaction with guanethidine:

Moderate

Antiadrenergic (peripheral) (applies to guanethidine) peripheral edema

Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Fluid Retention

Peripheral- acting antiadrenergic agents can cause peripheral edema. Therapy with peripheral- acting antiadrenergic agents should be administered cautiously in patients adversely affected by sodium and water retention.

References

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Guanethidine drug interactions

There are 263 drug interactions with guanethidine

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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