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Drug Interactions between E.E.S.-400 and Hyprogesterone

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Moderate

erythromycin HYDROXYprogesterone

Applies to: E.E.S.-400 (erythromycin) and Hyprogesterone (hydroxyprogesterone)

Antibiotics such as erythromycin may reduce the effects of HYDROXYprogesterone in some women. If you are using HYDROXYprogesterone for birth control, you may be at increased risk for pregnancy or breakthrough bleeding. Talk to your healthcare provider to determine if you should use an alternative or additional form of birth control during or after treatment with erythromycin. In addition, erythromycin may increase the blood levels and side effects of HYDROXYprogesterone. You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor to safely use both medications. Contact your doctor if 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.

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Drug and food interactions

Moderate

erythromycin food

Applies to: E.E.S.-400 (erythromycin)

Food decreases the levels of erythromycin in your body. Take erythromycin on an empty stomach at least 30 minutes before or 2 hours after a meal. This will make it easier for your body to absorb the medication. However, some erythromycin products may be taken without regard to meals. Ask your healthcare provider about your particular prescription if you are uncertain of how to take it. Grapefruits and grapefruit juice may increase erythromycin levels but how this may affect you is not known. Do not increase or decrease the amount of grapefruit products in your diet without first talking to your doctor.

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Moderate

HYDROXYprogesterone food

Applies to: Hyprogesterone (hydroxyprogesterone)

Grapefruit juice may increase the blood levels of certain medications such as HYDROXYprogesterone. You may want to limit your consumption of grapefruit and grapefruit juice during treatment with HYDROXYprogesterone. However, if you have been regularly consuming grapefruit or grapefruit juice with the medication, then it is advisable for you to talk with your doctor before changing the amounts of these products in your diet, as this may alter the effects of your medication. Contact your doctor if your condition changes or you experience increased side effects. Orange juice is not expected to interact.

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Moderate

HYDROXYprogesterone food

Applies to: Hyprogesterone (hydroxyprogesterone)

HYDROXYprogesterone may reduce the blood levels and effects of caffeine. Contact your doctor if your symptoms worsen or your condition changes during treatment with these medications. You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor to safely use both medications. 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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Minor

erythromycin food

Applies to: E.E.S.-400 (erythromycin)

Information for this minor interaction is available on the professional version.

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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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