Drug Interactions between brinzolamide ophthalmic and Qsymia
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- brinzolamide ophthalmic
- Qsymia (phentermine/topiramate)
Interactions between your drugs
phentermine topiramate
Applies to: Qsymia (phentermine / topiramate) and Qsymia (phentermine / topiramate)
MONITOR: Coadministration with topiramate may increase the plasma concentrations of phentermine. The exact mechanism of interaction has not been established. When a single 15 mg dose of phentermine was administered with a 92 mg dose of topiramate, phentermine peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) increased by 13% and 42%, respectively, compared to phentermine administered alone. No significant changes were observed in the pharmacokinetics of topiramate.
MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised when phentermine is used in combination with topiramate. Patients should be monitored for potentially increased adverse effects of phentermine such as dizziness, restlessness, insomnia, tremor, headache, euphoria, dysphoria, palpitation, tachycardia, and blood pressure elevation.
References
- (2001) "Product Information. Ionamin (phentermine)." Rhone Poulenc Rorer
topiramate brinzolamide ophthalmic
Applies to: Qsymia (phentermine / topiramate) and brinzolamide ophthalmic
GENERALLY AVOID: Following ophthalmic administration, brinzolamide and dorzolamide are systemically absorbed and may have additive pharmacologic effects with other, systemically administered carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. Specific data are not available regarding coadministration with topiramate or zonisamide, which are anticonvulsants with some carbonic anhydrase inhibiting activity. Theoretically, adverse effects such as drowsiness, paresthesia, tinnitus, electrolyte imbalance, metabolic acidosis, and gastrointestinal disturbances may be increased. Carbonic anhydrase inhibition can also promote kidney stone formation by reducing urinary citrate excretion and increasing urinary pH, and cause oligohidrosis or hyperthermia by altering electrolyte and fluid balance. Oligohidrosis and hyperthermia are sometimes associated with serious sequelae but may be preventable by prompt recognition of symptoms and appropriate treatment.
MANAGEMENT: The concomitant use of ocular and systemic carbonic anhydrase inhibitors is not recommended. Patients treated with topiramate or zonisamide should be advised to increase fluid intake to enhance urinary output, which lowers the concentration of substances involved in stone formation. Patients should be monitored closely for evidence of decreased sweating and increased body temperature, especially in warm or hot weather. Proper hydration before and during vigorous activities or exposure to warm temperatures is recommended. Patients should contact their doctor immediately if they develop signs or symptoms of kidney stones such as sudden back pain, abdominal pain, blood in the urine and/or painful urination, or if they experience a rise in body temperature or decreased sweating.
References
- (2001) "Product Information. Topamax (topiramate)." Ortho McNeil Pharmaceutical
- (2001) "Product Information. Azopt (brinzolamide ophthalmic)." Alcon Laboratories Inc
- (2001) "Product Information. Trusopt (dorzolamide ophthalmic)." Merck & Co., Inc
- (2001) "Product Information. Zonegran (zonisamide)." Elan Pharmaceuticals
Drug and food interactions
phentermine food
Applies to: Qsymia (phentermine / topiramate)
GENERALLY AVOID: Alcohol may potentiate the central nervous system and cardiovascular effects of centrally-acting appetite suppressants. In one study, concurrent administration of methamphetamine (30 mg intravenously) and ethanol (1 gm/kg orally over 30 minutes) increased heart rate by 24 beats/minute compared to methamphetamine alone. This increases cardiac work and myocardial oxygen consumption, which may lead to more adverse cardiovascular effects than either agent alone. Subjective effects of ethanol were diminished in the eight study subjects, but those of methamphetamine were not affected. The pharmacokinetics of methamphetamine were also unaffected except for a decrease in the apparent volume of distribution at steady state.
MANAGEMENT: Concomitant use of centrally-acting appetite suppressants and alcohol should be avoided if possible, especially in patients with a history of cardiovascular disease. Patients should be counselled to avoid hazardous activities requiring complete mental alertness and motor coordination until they know how these agents affect them, and to notify their physician if they experience excessive or prolonged CNS effects that interfere with their normal activities.
References
- Mendelson J, Jones RT, Upton R, Jacob P 3rd (1995) "Methamphetamine and ethanol interactions in humans." Clin Pharmacol Ther, 57, p. 559-68
- (2001) "Product Information. Didrex (benzphetamine)." Pharmacia and Upjohn
- (2012) "Product Information. Suprenza (phentermine)." Akrimax Pharmaceuticals
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. |
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