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Drug Interactions between Caltrate 600 with D Plus Soy and fosphenytoin

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Moderate

ergocalciferol fosphenytoin

Applies to: Caltrate 600 with D Plus Soy (calcium / vitamin d) and fosphenytoin

MONITOR: Coadministration with CYP450 inducers such as rifampin, isoniazid, barbiturates, and certain anticonvulsants may decrease the pharmacologic effects of vitamin D analogs. These agents are thought to induce the hepatic conversion of vitamin D to inactive metabolites and have been shown to reduce circulating levels of active vitamin D, sometimes accompanied by reduced serum calcium and increased parathyroid hormone levels. Patients on long-term anticonvulsant therapy have occasionally developed osteomalacia, presumably due to interference with vitamin D and calcium metabolism. There have also been isolated reports of patients who responded poorly to vitamin D supplements during treatment with phenytoin and/or primidone.

MANAGEMENT: Patients receiving vitamin D analogs with CYP450 inducers should be monitored for potentially reduced vitamin D effects. Dosage adjustments may be necessary.

References

  1. (2001) "Product Information. Rocaltrol (calcitriol)." Roche Laboratories
  2. (2001) "Product Information. Zemplar (paricalcitol)." Abbott Pharmaceutical
  3. (2004) "Product Information. Hectorol (doxercalciferol)." Genzyme Corporation
  4. (2004) "Product Information. One-Alpha (alfacalcidol)." Pharmel Inc
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Drug and food interactions

Moderate

calcium carbonate food

Applies to: Caltrate 600 with D Plus Soy (calcium / vitamin d)

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Administration with food may increase the absorption of calcium. However, foods high in oxalic acid (spinach or rhubarb), or phytic acid (bran and whole grains) may decrease calcium absorption.

MANAGEMENT: Calcium may be administered with food to increase absorption. Consider withholding calcium administration for at least 2 hours before or after consuming foods high in oxalic acid or phytic acid.

References

  1. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
  2. Canadian Pharmacists Association (2006) e-CPS. http://www.pharmacists.ca/function/Subscriptions/ecps.cfm?link=eCPS_quikLink
  3. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
  4. Agencia EspaƱola de Medicamentos y Productos Sanitarios Healthcare (2008) Centro de informaciĆ³n online de medicamentos de la AEMPS - CIMA. https://cima.aemps.es/cima/publico/home.html
  5. Mangels AR (2014) "Bone nutrients for vegetarians." Am J Clin Nutr, 100, epub
  6. Davies NT (1979) "Anti-nutrient factors affecting mineral utilization." Proc Nutr Soc, 38, p. 121-8
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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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