Drug Interactions between ceftibuten and Valproate Sodium
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- ceftibuten
- Valproate Sodium (valproic acid)
Interactions between your drugs
No interactions were found between ceftibuten and Valproate Sodium. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
ceftibuten
A total of 50 drugs are known to interact with ceftibuten.
- Ceftibuten is in the drug class third generation cephalosporins.
- Ceftibuten is used to treat the following conditions:
Valproate Sodium
A total of 425 drugs are known to interact with Valproate Sodium.
- Valproate sodium is used to treat the following conditions:
Drug and food interactions
valproic acid food
Applies to: Valproate Sodium (valproic acid)
Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of valproic acid 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 valproic acid. Do not use more than the recommended dose of valproic acid, 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.
ceftibuten food
Applies to: ceftibuten
The following interaction applies only if you are taking ceftibuten (brand name Cedax) in the liquid formulation:
Food may reduce the absorption of ceftibuten from the liquid (suspension) formulation, which may lead to lower blood levels of the medication and possibly reduced effectiveness. Therefore, it should be taken on an empty stomach at least two hours before or one hour after a meal. If you are taking the capsule formulation, you may take it with or without food. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions on how to take this or other medications you are prescribed. 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. |
Further information
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