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Drug Interactions between epirubicin and zafirlukast

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

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Interactions between your drugs

Moderate

zafirlukast epiRUBicin

Applies to: zafirlukast and epirubicin

MONITOR: The concomitant or sequential use of epirubicin with agents known to induce hepatotoxicity may potentiate the risk of liver injury. Epirubicin undergoes elimination through the hepatobiliary system.

MANAGEMENT: Caution and clinical and laboratory monitoring for signs of liver injury are advisable before, during, or after use of epirubicin with other agents that are potentially hepatotoxic.

References

  1. (2001) "Product Information. Ellence (epirubicin)." Pharmacia and Upjohn
  2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
  3. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."

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Drug and food interactions

Moderate

zafirlukast food

Applies to: zafirlukast

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Food may reduce the oral absorption and bioavailability of zafirlukast. In two separate studies, one using a high-fat and the other a high-protein meal, administration of zafirlukast with food reduced the mean bioavailability by approximately 40%.

MANAGEMENT: To ensure maximal oral absorption, zafirlukast should be administered at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals.

References

  1. (2001) "Product Information. Accolate (zafirlukast)." Astra-Zeneca Pharmaceuticals

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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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