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Drug Interactions between desflurane and dexmethylphenidate / serdexmethylphenidate

This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:

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Moderate

desflurane dexmethylphenidate

Applies to: desflurane and dexmethylphenidate / serdexmethylphenidate

If you are currently being treated with dexmethylphenidate, you should talk to your doctor before undergoing surgery where desflurane may be used. Combining these medications may increase the risk of high blood pressure and irregular heart beat during surgery. 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.

Moderate

desflurane serdexmethylphenidate

Applies to: desflurane and dexmethylphenidate / serdexmethylphenidate

If you are currently being treated with serdexmethylphenidate, you should talk to your doctor before undergoing surgery where desflurane may be used. Combining these medications may increase the risk of high blood pressure and irregular heart beat during surgery. 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.

Moderate

dexmethylphenidate serdexmethylphenidate

Applies to: dexmethylphenidate / serdexmethylphenidate and dexmethylphenidate / serdexmethylphenidate

Both dexmethylphenidate and serdexmethylphenidate can increase blood pressure and heart rate, and combining them may enhance these effects. Talk to your doctor before using these medications, especially if you have a history of high blood pressure or heart disease. You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor to safely use both medications. Contact your doctor if your condition changes or you experience increased side effects. 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.

Drug and food interactions

No alcohol/food interactions were found. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.

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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