Can you take Amisulpride with Iophen DM NR?
1 drug interaction and 6 additional warnings found for the following 2 drugs:
- amisulpride
- Iophen DM NR (dextromethorphan/guaifenesin)
Drug interactions
Moderate drug interactions
Moderate:
dextromethorphan amisulpride
Applies to: Iophen DM NR (dextromethorphan / guaifenesin) and amisulpride
Using dextromethorphan together with amisulpride may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating. Some people, especially the elderly, may also experience impairment in thinking, judgment, and motor coordination. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with these medications. Also avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medications affect you. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. 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.
Food/lifestyle interactions
Moderate food/lifestyle interactions
Moderate:
dextromethorphan Food/Lifestyle
Applies to: Iophen DM NR (dextromethorphan / guaifenesin)
Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of dextromethorphan such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Some people may also experience impairment in thinking and judgment. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with dextromethorphan. Do not use more than the recommended dose of dextromethorphan, and avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medication affects you. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns.
Disease interactions
5 potential interactions Applies to: 5 conditions, including Heart Failure, Arrhythmia, Hypokalemia, Renal Dysfunction, and Magnesium Imbalance.
Arrhythmia
Moderate:
amisulpride
Amisulpride has a moderate potential interaction with Arrhythmia.
Amisulpride causes dose and concentration-dependent prolongation of the QT interval and should be avoided in patients with congenital long QT syndrome and in patients taking some drugs that prolong the QT interval such as droperidol. ECG monitoring is recommended in patients with pre-existing arrhythmias and cardiac conduction disorders; electrolyte abnormalities (e.g., hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia); congestive heart failure; and in patients taking other medicinal products or with other medical conditions known to prolong the QT interval.
Heart Failure
Moderate:
amisulpride
Amisulpride has a moderate potential interaction with Heart Failure.
Amisulpride causes dose and concentration-dependent prolongation of the QT interval and should be avoided in patients with congenital long QT syndrome and in patients taking some drugs that prolong the QT interval such as droperidol. ECG monitoring is recommended in patients with pre-existing arrhythmias and cardiac conduction disorders; electrolyte abnormalities (e.g., hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia); congestive heart failure; and in patients taking other medicinal products or with other medical conditions known to prolong the QT interval.
Hypokalemia
Moderate:
amisulpride
Amisulpride has a moderate potential interaction with Hypokalemia.
Amisulpride causes dose and concentration-dependent prolongation of the QT interval and should be avoided in patients with congenital long QT syndrome and in patients taking some drugs that prolong the QT interval such as droperidol. ECG monitoring is recommended in patients with pre-existing arrhythmias and cardiac conduction disorders; electrolyte abnormalities (e.g., hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia); congestive heart failure; and in patients taking other medicinal products or with other medical conditions known to prolong the QT interval.
Magnesium Imbalance
Moderate:
amisulpride
Amisulpride has a moderate potential interaction with Magnesium Imbalance.
Amisulpride causes dose and concentration-dependent prolongation of the QT interval and should be avoided in patients with congenital long QT syndrome and in patients taking some drugs that prolong the QT interval such as droperidol. ECG monitoring is recommended in patients with pre-existing arrhythmias and cardiac conduction disorders; electrolyte abnormalities (e.g., hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia); congestive heart failure; and in patients taking other medicinal products or with other medical conditions known to prolong the QT interval.
Renal Dysfunction
Moderate:
amisulpride
Amisulpride has a moderate potential interaction with Renal Dysfunction.
The pharmacokinetics of amisulpride in patients with severe renal impairment have not been adequately studied, however, the drug is known to be substantially excreted by the kidneys and patients with severe renal impairment may have an increased risk of adverse reactions. Avoid the use in patients with severe renal impairment (eGFR less than 30 mL/min/1.73 m2). No dosage adjustment is necessary in patients with mild to moderate renal impairment (eGFR 30 mL/min/1.73 m2 and above).
More resources
amisulpride
A total of 467 drugs are known to interact with amisulpride.
- Amisulpride is in the following drug classes: atypical antipsychotics, miscellaneous antiemetics.
- Amisulpride is used to treat the following conditions:
Iophen DM NR
A total of 375 drugs are known to interact with Iophen DM NR.
- Iophen dm nr is in the drug class upper respiratory combinations.
- Iophen dm nr is used to treat the following conditions:
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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