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Drug Interactions between Alcohol (contained in alcoholic beverages) and cycloserine

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Major

cycloSERINE ethanol

Applies to: cycloserine and Alcohol (contained in alcoholic beverages) (ethanol)

GENERALLY AVOID: Coadministration with alcohol may potentiate the central nervous system adverse effects of cycloserine and its prodrug, terizidone. These effects may include dizziness, drowsiness, depression, anxiety, psychoses, memory impairment, confusion, and convulsions.

MANAGEMENT: Patients should be advised to avoid the consumption of alcohol during treatment with cycloserine or terizidone. The use of these medications is contraindicated in patients with chronic alcohol consumption or alcoholism.

References (2)
  1. (2001) "Product Information. Seromycin (cycloserine)." Dura Pharmaceuticals
  2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."

Drug and food interactions

Major

cycloSERINE food

Applies to: cycloserine

GENERALLY AVOID: Coadministration with alcohol may potentiate some of the central nervous system adverse effects of cycloserine and its prodrug, terizidone. These effects may include dizziness, drowsiness, depression, anxiety, psychoses, memory impairment, confusion, and convulsions.

MANAGEMENT: Patients should be advised to avoid the consumption of alcohol during treatment with cycloserine or terizidone. The use of these medications is contraindicated in patients with chronic alcohol consumption or alcoholism.

MONITOR CLOSELY: Coadministration with caffeine may potentiate some of the central nervous system adverse effects of cycloserine and its prodrug, terizidone. These effects may include insomnia, excitability, irritability, anxiety, tremor, psychoses, and convulsions.

MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised when cycloserine or terizidone is used with caffeine. Consumption of certain beverages or stimulants with very high caffeine levels should be avoided as a precautionary measure.

References (2)
  1. (2001) "Product Information. Seromycin (cycloserine)." Dura Pharmaceuticals
  2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."

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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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