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Drug Interactions between Chloracol and fosphenytoin

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Moderate

chloramphenicol fosphenytoin

Applies to: Chloracol (chloramphenicol) and fosphenytoin

GENERALLY AVOID: Chloramphenicol often markedly increases serum phenytoin levels. Toxicity has been reported. Also, phenytoin has been reported both to increase and to decrease serum chloramphenicol levels. Significant systemic absorption of otic or ophthalmic chloramphenicol products is unlikely. However, the clinician should be aware of the possibility of a drug interaction. Similar effects may occur with other hydantoins.

MANAGEMENT: This combination usually should be avoided if possible. Patients should be closely observed for signs of hydantoin toxicity if these drugs must be given concurrently and serum phenytoin concentrations should be monitored. Patients should be advised to notify their physician if they experience symptoms of toxicity, including drowsiness, visual disturbances, change in mental status, seizures, nausea, or ataxia. The hydantoin dose may need to be decreased.

References

  1. Koup JR, Gibaldi M, McNamara P, et al. (1978) "Interaction of chloramphenicol with phenytoin and phenobarbital." Clin Pharmacol Ther, 24, p. 571-5
  2. Christensen LK, Skovsted L (1969) "Inhibition of drug metabolism by chloramphenicol." Lancet, 2, p. 1397-9
  3. Rose JQ, Choi HK, Schentag JJ, et al. (1977) "Intoxication caused by interaction of chloramphenicol and phenytoin." JAMA, 237, p. 2630-1
  4. Saltiel M, Stephens NM (1980) "Phenytoin-chloramphenicol interaction." Drug Intell Clin Pharm, 14, p. 221
  5. Harper JM, Yost RL, Stewart RB, Ciezkowski J (1979) "Phenytoin-chloramphenicol interaction: a retrospective study." Drug Intell Clin Pharm, 13, p. 425-9
  6. Powell DA, Nahata MC, Durrell DC, et al. (1981) "Interactions among chloramphenicol, phenytoin, and phenobarbital in a pediatric patient." J Pediatr, 98, p. 1001-3
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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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