Drug Interactions between aminophylline / ephedrine / guaifenesin / phenobarbital and Fluothane
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- aminophylline/ephedrine/guaifenesin/phenobarbital
- Fluothane (halothane)
Interactions between your drugs
halothane aminophylline
Applies to: Fluothane (halothane) and aminophylline / ephedrine / guaifenesin / phenobarbital
Using halothane together with aminophylline may increase the risk of cardiac side effects such as irregular heart rhythm. Before undergoing surgical procedures where halothane may be used, let your doctor know if you are currently receiving treatment with aminophylline. Your doctor will determine whether this combination is safe for you and monitor you for any potential complications during the procedure. 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.
halothane ePHEDrine
Applies to: Fluothane (halothane) and aminophylline / ephedrine / guaifenesin / phenobarbital
Consumer information for this interaction is not currently available.
GENERALLY AVOID: The administration of volatile general anesthetics during therapy with indirect-acting sympathomimetics (e.g. methylphenidate, ephedrine) or their derivatives may increase the risk of hypertension and/or cardiac arrhythmias. The proposed mechanism is anesthetic-induced myocardial sensitization to the stimulation caused by sympathomimetics.
MANAGEMENT: Until more information is available, caution is advisable if volatile general anesthetics are administered concomitantly with indirect-acting sympathomimetics or any of their derivatives. If the combination is required, dosage adjustments are recommended, and the patient's hemodynamic status should be closely monitored. When surgery is planned, it is recommended that indirect-acting sympathomimetics or their derivatives be discontinued prior to the day of surgery. Prescribing information for individual products should be consulted.
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.
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
PHENobarbital food
Applies to: aminophylline / ephedrine / guaifenesin / phenobarbital
Ask your doctor before using PHENobarbital together with ethanol (alcohol), 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.
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.
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.
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.
See also
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. |
Further information
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