Drug Interactions between itraconazole and quetiapine
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- itraconazole
- quetiapine
Interactions between your drugs
itraconazole QUEtiapine
Applies to: itraconazole and quetiapine
Talk to your doctor before using QUEtiapine together with itraconazole. Combining these medications can significantly increase the blood levels of QUEtiapine. You may be more likely to experience side effects such as dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; constipation; increased appetite; weight gain; increased blood sugar and cholesterol or triglyceride levels; cognitive and motor impairment; involuntary muscle movements involving the face, tongue, or other parts of the body; difficulty swallowing; low blood pressure (especially at the start of treatment or after a dose increase); blood pressure increases (reported in children and teenagers); priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity); irregular heart rhythm; and seizures. Let your doctor know if your condition changes or you experience increased side effects. 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. 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.
Drug and food interactions
itraconazole food
Applies to: itraconazole
Food increases the absorption of itraconazole capsules but decreases the absorption of itraconazole oral solution. Capsules should be taken immediately after a full meal and the solution be taken on an empty stomach to ensure best results.
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
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Check Interactions
To view an interaction report containing 4 (or more) medications, please sign in or create an account.
Save Interactions List
Sign in to your account to save this drug interaction list.