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Can you take Lyrica with Modafinil?

No drug interactions found, but 22 warnings to review for the following 2 drugs:

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Drug interactions

There were no interactions found between Lyrica and modafinil. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.

Food/lifestyle interactions

Moderate food/lifestyle interactions

Moderate:

pregabalin Food/Lifestyle

Applies to: Lyrica (pregabalin)

Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of pregabalin 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 pregabalin. Do not use more than the recommended dose of pregabalin, 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.

Minor food/lifestyle interactions

Minor:

modafinil Food/Lifestyle

Applies to: modafinil

Information for this minor interaction is available on the professional version.

Disease interactions

20 potential interactions Applies to: 16 conditions, including High Blood Pressure, Depression, Heart Failure, Angina, and Arrhythmia.

Abnormal Electrocardiogram

Moderate:

Lyrica

The pregabalin in Lyrica has a moderate potential interaction with Abnormal Electrocardiogram.

Pregabalin should be administered cautiously in patients with preexisting conduction abnormalities (e.g., marked first-degree AV block or second- or third-degree AV block), as it has been associated with PR interval prolongation. In a clinical trial, the mean PR interval increase was 3 to 6 msec with pregabalin at doses higher than or equal to 300 mg per day. This mean change difference was not associated with an increased risk of PR increase >=25% from baseline, an increased percentage of subjects with on-treatment PR >200 msec, or an increased risk of adverse reactions of second or third degree AV block. Subgroup analyses did not identify an increased risk of PR prolongation in patients with baseline PR prolongation or in patients taking other PR prolonging medications. However, these analyses cannot be considered definitive because of the limited number of patients in these categories.

Alcoholism

Moderate:

modafinil

Modafinil has a moderate potential interaction with Alcoholism.

Patients with a history of drug and/or stimulant abuse should be closely followed during treatment with modafinil. Observe patients for signs of misuse and abuse. Clinical studies indicate modafinil produces psychoactive and euphoric effects/feelings consistent with other CNS stimulants.

Angina

Moderate:

modafinil

Modafinil has a moderate potential interaction with Angina.

Modafinil is not recommended for use in patients with a history of left ventricular hypertrophy or ischemic ECG changes, chest pain, arrhythmia or other clinically significant manifestations of mitral valve prolapse in association with central nervous system stimulant use. Increased monitoring of heart rate and blood pressure is recommended in patients taking modafinil. Caution is advised in patients with known cardiovascular disease and increased monitoring is recommended in patients with a recent history of myocardial infarction or unstable angina.

Angioedema

Moderate:

Lyrica

The pregabalin in Lyrica has a moderate potential interaction with Angioedema.

Angioedema has been reported during pregabalin therapy, including reports of life-threatening angioedema with respiratory compromise requiring emergency treatment. Therapy with pregabalin should be administered cautiously in patients at risk of developing angioedema or those with a previous episode of angioedema.

Arrhythmia

Moderate:

modafinil

Modafinil has a moderate potential interaction with Arrhythmia.

Modafinil is not recommended for use in patients with a history of left ventricular hypertrophy or ischemic ECG changes, chest pain, arrhythmia or other clinically significant manifestations of mitral valve prolapse in association with central nervous system stimulant use. Increased monitoring of heart rate and blood pressure is recommended in patients taking modafinil. Caution is advised in patients with known cardiovascular disease and increased monitoring is recommended in patients with a recent history of myocardial infarction or unstable angina.

Cardiovascular Conditions and Disorders

Moderate:

modafinil

Modafinil has a moderate potential interaction with Cardiovascular Conditions and Disorders.

Modafinil is not recommended for use in patients with a history of left ventricular hypertrophy or ischemic ECG changes, chest pain, arrhythmia or other clinically significant manifestations of mitral valve prolapse in association with central nervous system stimulant use. Increased monitoring of heart rate and blood pressure is recommended in patients taking modafinil. Caution is advised in patients with known cardiovascular disease and increased monitoring is recommended in patients with a recent history of myocardial infarction or unstable angina.

Depression

Major:

modafinil

Modafinil has a major potential interaction with Depression.

The use of CNS stimulants can cause psychotic symptoms, suicidal ideation, and aggression, and can exacerbate symptoms of behavior disturbance and thought disorder; CNS stimulants may induce a manic or mixed episode in patients with bipolar disorder. Psychiatric symptoms have been reported in patients with and without history of psychiatric disorders. All patients (particularly those with psychotic or bipolar disorders) should be monitored closely, especially during treatment initiation and at times of dose changes. Extreme caution should be exercised when CNS stimulants are given to patients with a history of psychosis, depression, mania, or bipolar disorder. Prior to initiating therapy, all patients should be screened for risk factors for developing a manic episode (e.g., comorbid or history of depressive symptoms or family history of suicide, bipolar disease, or depression). If any psychiatric symptoms emerge or are exacerbated, treatment suspension should be considered. Some CNS stimulants are contraindicated in patients with marked agitation or anxiety.

Moderate:

Lyrica

The pregabalin in Lyrica has a moderate potential interaction with Depression.

Antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) have been associated with an increased risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior in patients taking these drugs for any indication. Pooled analyses of 199 placebo-controlled clinical studies involving the use of 11 different AEDs showed that patients receiving AEDs had approximately twice the risk of suicidal thinking or behavior compared to patients receiving placebo. AEDs should be administered cautiously in patients with depression or other psychiatric disorders; phentermine-topiramate should be avoided in patients with history of suicidal attempts or active suicidal ideation. The risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior should be carefully assessed against the risk of untreated illness, bearing in mind that epilepsy and many other conditions for which AEDs are prescribed are themselves associated with morbidity and mortality and an increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior. Patients, caregivers, and families should be alert to the emergence or worsening of signs and symptoms of depression, any unusual changes in mood or behavior, or the emergence of suicidal thoughts or behavior. If patients have symptoms of suicidal ideation or behavior, a dosage reduction or treatment discontinuation should be considered.

Drug Dependence

Major:

Lyrica

The pregabalin in Lyrica has a major potential interaction with Drug Dependence.

Anxiolytic, sedative, and hypnotic agents have the potential to cause dependence and abuse. Tolerance as well as physical and psychological dependence can develop, particularly after prolonged use of excessive dosages, and abrupt cessation and/or a reduction in dosage may precipitate withdrawal symptoms. In patients who have developed tolerance, overdosage can still produce respiratory depression and death. Therapy with anxiolytic, sedative, and hypnotic agents should be administered cautiously and for as brief a period as possible. Addiction-prone individuals, such as those with a history of alcohol or substance abuse, should be under careful surveillance or medical supervision when treated with these agents. In addition, it may be prudent to refrain from dispensing large quantities of medication to such patients. After prolonged use or if dependency is suspected, withdrawal of medication should be undertaken gradually using a dosage-tapering schedule.

Moderate:

modafinil

Modafinil has a moderate potential interaction with Drug Dependence.

Patients with a history of drug and/or stimulant abuse should be closely followed during treatment with modafinil. Observe patients for signs of misuse and abuse. Clinical studies indicate modafinil produces psychoactive and euphoric effects/feelings consistent with other CNS stimulants.

Heart Block

Moderate:

Lyrica

The pregabalin in Lyrica has a moderate potential interaction with Heart Block.

Pregabalin should be administered cautiously in patients with preexisting conduction abnormalities (e.g., marked first-degree AV block or second- or third-degree AV block), as it has been associated with PR interval prolongation. In a clinical trial, the mean PR interval increase was 3 to 6 msec with pregabalin at doses higher than or equal to 300 mg per day. This mean change difference was not associated with an increased risk of PR increase >=25% from baseline, an increased percentage of subjects with on-treatment PR >200 msec, or an increased risk of adverse reactions of second or third degree AV block. Subgroup analyses did not identify an increased risk of PR prolongation in patients with baseline PR prolongation or in patients taking other PR prolonging medications. However, these analyses cannot be considered definitive because of the limited number of patients in these categories.

Heart Disease

Moderate:

modafinil

Modafinil has a moderate potential interaction with Heart Disease.

Modafinil is not recommended for use in patients with a history of left ventricular hypertrophy or ischemic ECG changes, chest pain, arrhythmia or other clinically significant manifestations of mitral valve prolapse in association with central nervous system stimulant use. Increased monitoring of heart rate and blood pressure is recommended in patients taking modafinil. Caution is advised in patients with known cardiovascular disease and increased monitoring is recommended in patients with a recent history of myocardial infarction or unstable angina.

Heart Failure

Moderate:

Lyrica

The pregabalin in Lyrica has a moderate potential interaction with Heart Failure.

Pregabalin treatment may cause peripheral edema. There are limited data concerning the use of pregabalin in patients with congestive heart failure. Therapy with pregabalin should be administered cautiously in patients with New York Heart Association (NYHA) Class III or IV cardiac status.

High Blood Pressure

Major:

modafinil

Modafinil has a major potential interaction with High Blood Pressure.

CNS stimulants increase blood pressure and heart rate; the use of some agents may be contraindicated in patients with severe/uncontrolled hypertension. Caution should be used when administering to patients with preexisting high blood pressure (even mild hypertension) and other cardiovascular conditions. All patients under treatment should be regularly monitored for potential tachycardia and hypertension.

Moderate:

modafinil

Modafinil has a moderate potential interaction with High Blood Pressure.

Modafinil is not recommended for use in patients with a history of left ventricular hypertrophy or ischemic ECG changes, chest pain, arrhythmia or other clinically significant manifestations of mitral valve prolapse in association with central nervous system stimulant use. Increased monitoring of heart rate and blood pressure is recommended in patients taking modafinil. Caution is advised in patients with known cardiovascular disease and increased monitoring is recommended in patients with a recent history of myocardial infarction or unstable angina.

History - Myocardial Infarction

Moderate:

modafinil

Modafinil has a moderate potential interaction with History - Myocardial Infarction.

Modafinil is not recommended for use in patients with a history of left ventricular hypertrophy or ischemic ECG changes, chest pain, arrhythmia or other clinically significant manifestations of mitral valve prolapse in association with central nervous system stimulant use. Increased monitoring of heart rate and blood pressure is recommended in patients taking modafinil. Caution is advised in patients with known cardiovascular disease and increased monitoring is recommended in patients with a recent history of myocardial infarction or unstable angina.

Liver Disease

Moderate:

modafinil

Modafinil has a moderate potential interaction with Liver Disease.

Exposure to modafinil is increased in patients with liver dysfunction. In patients with severe liver dysfunction, reduce the dose of modafinil to one-half the dose recommended dose.

Myopathy

Moderate:

Lyrica

The pregabalin in Lyrica has a moderate potential interaction with Myopathy.

The use of pregabalin has been associated with creatine kinase elevations. Use caution when treating patients with diagnosed of suspected myopathy or with significantly elevated creatine kinase levels.

Psychosis

Major:

modafinil

Modafinil has a major potential interaction with Psychosis.

The use of CNS stimulants can cause psychotic symptoms, suicidal ideation, and aggression, and can exacerbate symptoms of behavior disturbance and thought disorder; CNS stimulants may induce a manic or mixed episode in patients with bipolar disorder. Psychiatric symptoms have been reported in patients with and without history of psychiatric disorders. All patients (particularly those with psychotic or bipolar disorders) should be monitored closely, especially during treatment initiation and at times of dose changes. Extreme caution should be exercised when CNS stimulants are given to patients with a history of psychosis, depression, mania, or bipolar disorder. Prior to initiating therapy, all patients should be screened for risk factors for developing a manic episode (e.g., comorbid or history of depressive symptoms or family history of suicide, bipolar disease, or depression). If any psychiatric symptoms emerge or are exacerbated, treatment suspension should be considered. Some CNS stimulants are contraindicated in patients with marked agitation or anxiety.

Moderate:

Lyrica

The pregabalin in Lyrica has a moderate potential interaction with Psychosis.

Antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) have been associated with an increased risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior in patients taking these drugs for any indication. Pooled analyses of 199 placebo-controlled clinical studies involving the use of 11 different AEDs showed that patients receiving AEDs had approximately twice the risk of suicidal thinking or behavior compared to patients receiving placebo. AEDs should be administered cautiously in patients with depression or other psychiatric disorders; phentermine-topiramate should be avoided in patients with history of suicidal attempts or active suicidal ideation. The risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior should be carefully assessed against the risk of untreated illness, bearing in mind that epilepsy and many other conditions for which AEDs are prescribed are themselves associated with morbidity and mortality and an increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior. Patients, caregivers, and families should be alert to the emergence or worsening of signs and symptoms of depression, any unusual changes in mood or behavior, or the emergence of suicidal thoughts or behavior. If patients have symptoms of suicidal ideation or behavior, a dosage reduction or treatment discontinuation should be considered.

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Lyrica

A total of 289 drugs are known to interact with Lyrica.

modafinil

A total of 551 drugs are known to interact with modafinil.

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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