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Drug Interactions between fospropofol and zolpidem

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

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Interactions between your drugs

Moderate

zolpidem fospropofol

Applies to: zolpidem and fospropofol

Using fospropofol together with zolpidem may increase the risk of side effects such as irregular heartbeat, low blood pressure, difficulty breathing, prolonged sedation, dizziness, and fatigue. Your healthcare team will monitor you closely and adjust the dose accordingly during procedures requiring fospropofol for anesthesia and/or sedation to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all the medications that you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Drug and food interactions

Moderate

zolpidem food

Applies to: zolpidem

You should avoid the use of alcohol while being treated with zolpidem. Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of zolpidem such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Some people may also experience impairment in thinking and judgment. Taking zolpidem with food may delay the onset of sleep. For faster sleep onset, zolpidem should not be taken with or immediately after a meal. This will make it easier for your body to absorb the medication. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns.

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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