Kao-Spen Disease Interactions
There are 2 disease interactions with Kao-Spen (kaolin/pectin).
Kaolin (applies to Kao-Spen) intestinal obstruction
Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Gastrointestinal Obstruction
The use of kaolin is contraindicated in patients with intestinal obstruction.
Adsorbent antidiarrheal (applies to Kao-Spen) fever
Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility.
Patients with diarrhea and fever should be seen by a physician. The potential for the diarrhea to be associated with ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, or amebiasis is increased in these patients.
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Kao-Spen drug interactions
There are 92 drug interactions with Kao-Spen (kaolin/pectin).
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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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