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Drug Interactions between aminophylline / ephedrine / guaifenesin / phenobarbital and Envarsus XR

This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:

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Major

PHENobarbital tacrolimus

Applies to: aminophylline / ephedrine / guaifenesin / phenobarbital and Envarsus XR (tacrolimus)

Using PHENobarbital together with tacrolimus can add to the risk of organ rejection associated with low tacrolimus levels. This combination can also increase your risk of a dangerous side effect on your kidneys. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take 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.

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Moderate

PHENobarbital aminophylline

Applies to: aminophylline / ephedrine / guaifenesin / phenobarbital and aminophylline / ephedrine / guaifenesin / phenobarbital

Using PHENobarbital together with aminophylline may decrease the effects of aminophylline. Contact your doctor if your condition changes or if you experience breathing difficulties. 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.

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Minor

ePHEDrine aminophylline

Applies to: aminophylline / ephedrine / guaifenesin / phenobarbital and aminophylline / ephedrine / guaifenesin / phenobarbital

Information for this minor interaction is available on the professional version.

Drug and food interactions

Major

PHENobarbital food

Applies to: aminophylline / ephedrine / guaifenesin / phenobarbital

Ask your doctor before using PHENobarbital together with ethanol, this can add to dizziness, drowsiness and other side effects of PHENobarbital. Be careful if you drive or do activities that require you to be awake and alert. Talk with your doctor before using any medications together, or drinking alcohol with PHENobarbital. 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.

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Moderate

tacrolimus food

Applies to: Envarsus XR (tacrolimus)

Tacrolimus should be taken on a consistent schedule before or after you eat at the same times each day. Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may increase the amount of tacrolimus in your body. This can lead to potentially dangerous side effects and should be avoided. If you are already consuming grapefruit products, do not increase or decrease the amount of these products in your diet without first talking to your doctor.

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Moderate

ePHEDrine food

Applies to: aminophylline / ephedrine / guaifenesin / phenobarbital

Both ePHEDrine and caffeine can increase blood pressure and heart rate, and combining them may enhance these effects. Talk to your doctor before using these medications, especially if you have a history of high blood pressure or heart disease. You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor to safely use both medications. Contact your doctor if your condition changes or you experience increased side effects. 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.

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Moderate

aminophylline food

Applies to: aminophylline / ephedrine / guaifenesin / phenobarbital

Both aminophylline and caffeine can increase blood pressure and heart rate, and combining them may enhance these effects. Talk to your doctor before using these medications, especially if you have a history of high blood pressure or heart disease. You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor to safely use both medications. Contact your doctor if your condition changes or you experience increased side effects. 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.

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Therapeutic duplication warnings

No 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.

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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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