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Drug Interactions between Depo Provera and oxcarbazepine

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Interactions between your drugs

Moderate

medroxyPROGESTERone OXcarbazepine

Applies to: Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) and oxcarbazepine

OXcarbazepine may decrease the blood levels and effects of medroxyPROGESTERone. You may need a dose adjustment if you have been taking medroxyPROGESTERone and are starting treatment with OXcarbazepine. Contact your doctor if your condition changes during treatment with these medications. The interaction is not expected to occur if you are getting medroxyPROGESTERone by shot for birth control. However, let your doctor know if you experience bleeding outside of your menstrual cycle, since it may indicate reduced effectiveness of medroxyPROGESTERone. 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.

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Drug and food interactions

Moderate

OXcarbazepine food

Applies to: oxcarbazepine

Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of OXcarbazepine 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 OXcarbazepine. Do not use more than the recommended dose of OXcarbazepine, 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.

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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.

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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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