Drug Interactions between bupropion and Saxenda
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- bupropion
- Saxenda (liraglutide)
Interactions between your drugs
No interactions were found between bupropion and Saxenda. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
bupropion
A total of 520 drugs are known to interact with bupropion.
- Bupropion is in the following drug classes: miscellaneous antidepressants, smoking cessation agents.
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Bupropion is used to treat the following conditions:
- ADHD (off-label)
- Anxiety (off-label)
- Bipolar Disorder (off-label)
- Borderline Personality Disorder (off-label)
- Depression
- Major Depressive Disorder
- Migraine Prevention (off-label)
- Panic Disorder (off-label)
- Persistent Depressive Disorder (off-label)
- Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (off-label)
- Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (off-label)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder
- Sexual Dysfunction, SSRI Induced (off-label)
- Smoking Cessation
- Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) (off-label)
Saxenda
A total of 269 drugs are known to interact with Saxenda.
- Saxenda is in the drug class Incretin Mimetics (GLP-1 Agonists).
- Saxenda is used to treat Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight).
Drug and food interactions
buPROPion food
Applies to: bupropion
Using buPROPion with alcohol may increase the risk of uncommon side effects such as seizures, hallucinations, delusions, paranoia, mood and behavioral changes, depression, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, and panic attacks. On the other hand, sudden withdrawal from alcohol following regular or chronic use can also increase your risk of seizures during treatment with buPROPion. If you are prone to frequent or excessive alcohol use, talk to your doctor before starting buPROPion. In general, you should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with buPROPion. Also avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medication affects you. 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.
liraglutide food
Applies to: Saxenda (liraglutide)
Liraglutide may affect the absorption of other medications that you take by mouth. In some cases, this may affect how well and/or how fast those medications work, or it may make no difference. Talk to a healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns, and contact your doctor if your symptoms worsen or your condition changes. 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.
buPROPion food
Applies to: bupropion
Both buPROPion and caffeine can increase blood pressure. And using them together may have additive effects. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns, particularly if you have a history of high blood pressure or heart disease. Your doctor may be able to prescribe alternatives that do not interact, or you may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring 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.
buPROPion food
Applies to: bupropion
Using buPROPion and nicotine together can cause an increase in blood pressure. This can cause dizziness, confusion, uneven heartbeats, and chest pain. If you take both medications together, tell your doctor if you have any of these symptoms. You may need a dose adjustment or need your blood pressure checked more often if you 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.
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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