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Drug Interactions between foscarnet and Lasix

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Moderate

foscarnet furosemide

Applies to: foscarnet and Lasix (furosemide)

MONITOR: Coadministration with other drugs that can reduce serum calcium may potentiate the risk of hypocalcemia associated with foscarnet. Foscarnet chelates with divalent metal ions and causes a dose-related reduction in ionized serum calcium. Hypocalcemia may occur in 15% to 30% of treated patients. Severe hypocalcemia (Trousseau's and Chvostek's signs) and fatalities have been reported rarely in postmarketing surveillance during use of foscarnet in combination with intravenous pentamidine. The interaction has not been reported with other drugs.

MANAGEMENT: Close monitoring is recommended during concomitant use of foscarnet with other drugs that are known to affect calcium concentrations. Serum creatinine and electrolyte levels should be assessed prior to initiating therapy and frequently during therapy. Patients should be advised to promptly notify their physician if they experience potential symptoms of hypocalcemia such as perioral tingling, numbness in extremities, and paresthesias.

References (3)
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Drug and food interactions

Moderate

furosemide food

Applies to: Lasix (furosemide)

MONITOR: Many psychotherapeutic and CNS-active agents (e.g., anxiolytics, sedatives, hypnotics, antidepressants, antipsychotics, opioids, alcohol, muscle relaxants) exhibit hypotensive effects, especially during initiation of therapy and dose escalation. Coadministration with antihypertensives and other hypotensive agents, in particular vasodilators and alpha-blockers, may result in additive effects on blood pressure and orthostasis.

MANAGEMENT: Caution and close monitoring for development of hypotension is advised during coadministration of these agents. Some authorities recommend avoiding alcohol in patients receiving vasodilating antihypertensive drugs. Patients should be advised to avoid rising abruptly from a sitting or recumbent position and to notify their physician if they experience dizziness, lightheadedness, syncope, orthostasis, or tachycardia. Patients should also avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery until they know how the medications affect them.

References (10)
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  2. Shook TL, Kirshenbaum JM, Hundley RF, Shorey JM, Lamas GA (1984) "Ethanol intoxication complicating intravenous nitroglycerin therapy." Ann Intern Med, 101, p. 498-9
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  9. (2023) "Product Information. Buprenorphine (buprenorphine)." G.L. Pharma UK Ltd
  10. (2023) "Product Information. Temgesic (buprenorphine)." Reckitt Benckiser Pty Ltd

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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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