Drug Interactions between Fosrenol and valproic acid
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- Fosrenol (lanthanum carbonate)
- valproic acid
Interactions between your drugs
No interactions were found between Fosrenol and valproic acid. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Fosrenol
A total of 85 drugs are known to interact with Fosrenol.
- Fosrenol is in the drug class phosphate binders.
- Fosrenol is used to treat Hyperphosphatemia of Renal Failure.
valproic acid
A total of 404 drugs are known to interact with valproic acid.
- Valproic acid is in the drug class fatty acid derivative anticonvulsants.
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Valproic acid is used to treat the following conditions:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Cluster-Tic Syndrome (off-label)
- Epilepsy
- Headache
- Hyperekplexia (off-label)
- Mania (off-label)
- Migraine
- Migraine Prevention
- Schizoaffective Disorder (off-label)
- Seizure Prevention
- Seizures
Drug and food interactions
valproic acid food
Applies to: valproic acid
Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of valproic acid such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Some people may also experience impairment in thinking and judgment. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with valproic acid. Do not use more than the recommended dose of valproic acid, and avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medication affects you. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns.
lanthanum carbonate food
Applies to: Fosrenol (lanthanum carbonate)
Take lanthanum carbonate tablets with food or immediately after a meal to increase absorption by the body. Lanthanum carbonate tablets cannot be dissolved in water and therefore should not be given through feeding tubes because the tube may become clogged. 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.
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.
See also
Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
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. | |
No interaction information available. |
Further information
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