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Drug Interactions between Ferro-Sequels (old formulation) and Modane Plus

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

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Interactions between your drugs

Moderate

phenolphthalein docusate

Applies to: Modane Plus (docusate / phenolphthalein) and Ferro-Sequels (old formulation) (docusate / ferrous fumarate) and Modane Plus (docusate / phenolphthalein)

Ask your doctor before using phenolphthalein together with docusate. Taking these medicaions together can increase the effects of phenolphthalein. Phenolphthalein is now being removed from the market because it may cause cancer. 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

ferrous fumarate food

Applies to: Ferro-Sequels (old formulation) (docusate / ferrous fumarate)

Food may reduce the absorption and blood levels of ferrous fumarate. In addition, some oral medications can also interfere with ferrous fumarate absorption into the bloodstream, which may make the medication less effective in treating your condition. Likewise, ferrous fumarate may interfere with the absorption of other orally administered medications. You should take ferrous fumarate on an empty stomach at least one hour before or two hours after a meal. Your doctor may be able to prescribe alternatives that do not interact, or you may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring to safely use both medications. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about how to take this or other medications you are prescribed. 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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Therapeutic duplication warnings

Therapeutic duplication is the use of more than one medicine from the same drug category or therapeutic class to treat the same condition. This can be intentional in cases where drugs with similar actions are used together for demonstrated therapeutic benefit. It can also be unintentional in cases where a patient has been treated by more than one doctor, or had prescriptions filled at more than one pharmacy, and can have potentially adverse consequences.

Duplication

Stool softeners and lubricants

Therapeutic duplication

The recommended maximum number of medicines in the 'stool softeners and lubricants' category to be taken concurrently is usually one. Your list includes two medicines belonging to the 'stool softeners and lubricants' category:

  • Ferro-Sequels (old formulation) (docusate/ferrous fumarate)
  • Modane Plus (docusate/phenolphthalein)

Note: In certain circumstances, the benefits of taking this combination of drugs may outweigh any risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your medications or dosage.


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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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Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.