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Drug Interactions between fosinopril and Kabiven

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fosinopril parenteral nutrition solution w/electrolytes

Applies to: fosinopril and Kabiven (parenteral nutrition solution w/electrolytes)

MONITOR CLOSELY: Concomitant use of angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and potassium salts may increase the risk of hyperkalemia. Inhibition of ACE results in decreased aldosterone secretion, which in turn causes potassium retention. In one report, a significant increase in serum potassium level (3.88 +/- 0.41 to 4.84 +/- 0.45 mEq/L) was observed within one or two days following the addition of captopril in five patients who were treated with regimens that included potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics. Three patients had laboratory-diagnosed hyperkalemia, including one patient receiving potassium supplementation who had a 66% increase in serum potassium. Levels remained elevated until potassium supplementation or captopril therapy was reduced or discontinued. In a postmarketing survey of patients who were prescribed enalapril in England between April and December 1985, researchers identified ten cases where enalapril appeared to have contributed to a deterioration in renal function and subsequent death. All ten patients had hyperkalemia, and seven were also receiving moderate to high dosages of potassium-sparing diuretics and/or potassium supplements. Hyperkalemia was felt to be the immediate cause of death in two of them. Risk factors for developing severe or life-threatening hyperkalemia may include renal impairment, diabetes, old age, severe or worsening heart failure, dehydration, and concomitant use of other agents that block the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system or otherwise increase serum potassium levels.

MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised if ACE inhibitors must be used concurrently with potassium salts, particularly in patients with renal impairment, diabetes, old age, severe or worsening heart failure, dehydration, or concomitant therapy with other agents that increase serum potassium such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, beta-blockers, cyclosporine, heparin, tacrolimus, trimethoprim, and licorice. The combination should generally be avoided in these patients unless absolutely necessary and the benefits outweigh the potential risks. Serum potassium and renal function should be checked prior to initiating therapy and regularly thereafter. Patients should be given counseling on the appropriate levels of potassium and fluid intake, and advised to seek medical attention if they experience signs and symptoms of hyperkalemia such as nausea, vomiting, weakness, listlessness, tingling of the extremities, paralysis, confusion, weak pulse, and a slow or irregular heartbeat.

References

  1. Speirs CJ, Dollery CT, Inman WH, et al. "Postmarketing surveillance of enalapril II: investigation of the potential role of enalapril in deaths with renal failure." Br Med J 297 (1988): 830-2
  2. Packer M, Lee WH "Provocation of hyper- and hypokalemic sudden death during treatment with and withdrawal of converting-enzyme inhibition in severe chronic congestive heart failure." Am J Cardiol 57 (1986): 347-8
  3. Burnakis TG, Mioduch HJ "Combined therapy with captopril and potassium supplementation: a potential for hyperkalemia." Arch Intern Med 144 (1984): 2371-2
  4. Warren SE, O'Connor DT "Hyperkalemia resulting from captopril administration." JAMA 244 (1980): 2551-2
  5. Chan TY, Critchley JA "Life-threatening hyperkalaemia in an elderly patient receiving captopril, furosemide (frusemide) and potassium supplements." Drug Saf 7 (1992): 159-61
  6. Walmsley RN, White GH, Cain M, McCarthy PJ, Booth J "Hyperkalemia in the elderly." Clin Chem 30 (1984): 1409-12
  7. Stoltz ML, Andrews CE Jr "Severe hyperkalemia during very-low-calorie diets and angiotensin converting enzyme use ." JAMA 264 (1990): 2737-8
  8. Ponce SP, Jennings AE, Madias NE, Harrington JT "Drug-induced hyperkalemia." Medicine (Baltimore) 64 (1985): 357-70
  9. Lawson DH, O'Connor PC, Jick H "Drug attributed alterations in potassium handling in congestive cardiac failure." Eur J Clin Pharmacol 23 (1982): 21-5
  10. Lawson DH "Adverse reactions to potassium chloride." Q J Med 43 (1974): 433-40
  11. "Product Information. K-Dur (potassium chloride)." Schering Corporation PROD (2001):
  12. Good CB, McDermott L "Diet and serum potassium in patients on ACE inhibitors." JAMA 274 (1995): 538
  13. Graves JW "Hyperkalemia due to a potassium-based water softener." N Engl J Med 339 (1998): 1790-1
  14. Obialo CI, Ofili EO, Mirza T "Hyperkalemia in congestive heart failure patients aged 63 to 85 years with subclinical renal disease." Am J Cardiol 90 (2002): 663-5
  15. Atlas SA, Case DB, Sealey JE, Laragh JH, McKinstry DN "Interruption of the renin-angiotensin system in hypertensive patients by captopril induces sustained reduction in aldosterone secretion, potassium retention and natriuresis." Hypertension 1 (1979): 279-80
  16. Schuna AA, Schmidt GR, Pitterle ME "Serum potassium concentrations after initiation of captopril therapy." Clin Pharm 5 (1986): 920-3
  17. Jarman PR, Mather HM "Diabetes may be independent risk factor for hyperkalaemia." BMJ 327 (2003): 812
  18. Ray K, Dorman S, Watson R "Severe hyperkalaemia due to the concomitant use of salt substitutes and ACE inhibitors in hypertension: a potentially life threatening interaction." J Hum Hypertens 13 (1999): 717-20
  19. Reardon LC, Macpherson DS "Hyperkalemia in outpatients using angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors. How much should we worry?" Arch Intern Med 158 (1998): 26-32
  20. Perazella MA "Drug-induced hyperkalemia: old culprits and new offenders." Am J Med 109 (2000): 307-14
  21. Jarman PR, Kehely AM, Mather HM "Hyperkalaemia in diabetes: prevalence and associations." Postgrad Med J 71 (1995): 551-2
  22. Perazella MA, Mahnensmith RL "Hyperkalemia in the elderly: drugs exacerbate impaired potassium homeostasis." J Gen Intern Med 12 (1997): 646-56
  23. Schoolwerth AC, Sica DA, Ballermann BJ, Wilcox CS, Council on the Kidney in Cardiovascular Disease and the Council for High Blood Pressure Research of the American Heart Association "Renal considerations in angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor therapy: a statement for healthcare professionals from the Council on the Kidney in Cardiovascular Disease and the Council for High Blood Pressure Research of the American Heart Association." Circulation 104 (2001): 1985-91
  24. Large DM, Carr PH, Laing I, Davies M "Hyperkalaemia in diabetes mellitus--potential hazards of coexisting hyporeninaemic hypoaldosteronism." Postgrad Med J 60 (1984): 370-3
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Drug and food interactions

Moderate

fosinopril food

Applies to: fosinopril

GENERALLY AVOID: Moderate-to-high dietary intake of potassium can cause hyperkalemia in some patients who are using angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. In some cases, affected patients were using a potassium-rich salt substitute. ACE inhibitors can promote hyperkalemia through inhibition of the renin-aldosterone-angiotensin (RAA) system.

MANAGEMENT: It is recommended that patients who are taking ACE inhibitors be advised to avoid moderately high or high potassium dietary intake. Particular attention should be paid to the potassium content of salt substitutes.

References

  1. "Product Information. Vasotec (enalapril)." Merck & Co., Inc PROD (2002):
  2. Good CB, McDermott L "Diet and serum potassium in patients on ACE inhibitors." JAMA 274 (1995): 538
  3. Ray K, Dorman S, Watson R "Severe hyperkalaemia due to the concomitant use of salt substitutes and ACE inhibitors in hypertension: a potentially life threatening interaction." J Hum Hypertens 13 (1999): 717-20

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Moderate

fosinopril food

Applies to: fosinopril

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.

References

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  3. Feder R "Bradycardia and syncope induced by fluoxetine." J Clin Psychiatry 52 (1991): 139
  4. Ellison JM, Milofsky JE, Ely E "Fluoxetine-induced bradycardia and syncope in two patients." J Clin Psychiatry 51 (1990): 385-6
  5. Rodriguez de la Torre B, Dreher J, Malevany I, et al. "Serum levels and cardiovascular effects of tricyclic antidepressants and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors in depressed patients." Ther Drug Monit 23 (2001): 435-40
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  7. Pacher P, Kecskemeti V "Cardiovascular side effects of new antidepressants and antipsychotics: new drugs, old concerns?" Curr Pharm Des 10 (2004): 2463-75
  8. Andrews C, Pinner G "Postural hypotension induced by paroxetine." BMJ 316 (1998): 595
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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.
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