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Drug Interactions between Camptosar and Mi-Acid Double Strength

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Moderate

magnesium hydroxide irinotecan

Applies to: Mi-Acid Double Strength (calcium carbonate / magnesium hydroxide) and Camptosar (irinotecan)

GENERALLY AVOID: Because irinotecan has been reported to cause diarrhea in the majority of treated patients, the use of laxatives may not be appropriate during irinotecan therapy.

MANAGEMENT: In patients requiring laxatives for constipation associated with narcotic administration, the standard regimen may be continued under supervision of the clinician. However, patients should be advised to inform their physician of any changes in their bowel habit so that dosage adjustments or discontinuation of laxatives may be done promptly.

References

  1. "Product Information. Camptosar (irinotecan)." Pharmacia and Upjohn PROD (2001):

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Drug and food interactions

Moderate

calcium carbonate food

Applies to: Mi-Acid Double Strength (calcium carbonate / magnesium hydroxide)

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." O 0
  2. Canadian Pharmacists Association "e-CPS. http://www.pharmacists.ca/function/Subscriptions/ecps.cfm?link=eCPS_quikLink" (2006):
  3. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information." O 0
  4. Agencia Española de Medicamentos y Productos Sanitarios Healthcare "Centro de información online de medicamentos de la AEMPS - CIMA. https://cima.aemps.es/cima/publico/home.html" (2008):
  5. Mangels AR "Bone nutrients for vegetarians." Am J Clin Nutr 100 (2014): epub
  6. Davies NT "Anti-nutrient factors affecting mineral utilization." Proc Nutr Soc 38 (1979): 121-8
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Therapeutic duplication warnings

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Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum.

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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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