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Drug Interactions between Lysodren and tretinoin

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Interactions between your drugs

Major

mitotane tretinoin

Applies to: Lysodren (mitotane) and tretinoin

Consumer information for this interaction is not currently available.

GENERALLY AVOID: Concomitant use of strong CYP450 3A4 inducers with tretinoin (systemic) may decrease the plasma concentration of tretinoin, which is a CYP450 3A4 substrate. Reduced efficacy of tretinoin may occur. Studies document the interaction between endogenous retinoids and CYP450 3A4 inducers (e.g., carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital) showing decreased concentration of the retinoids and reduced efficacy. While clinical data specific to tretinoin are not available, similar effects may occur.

MANAGEMENT: The manufacturer recommends avoiding concomitant use of tretinoin with strong CYP450 3A4 inducers due to a potentially significant reduction in its efficacy.

Drug and food interactions

Moderate

mitotane food

Applies to: Lysodren (mitotane)

High fat food significantly enhances the absorption of mitotane. You should take each dose of mitotane with a full meal containing high fat (e.G., containing milk, chocolate, or oil) and with a full glass of water. Taking mitotane on an empty stomach may lead to inadequate blood levels and reduced effectiveness of the medication. Talk to your doctor if you have questions or have difficulty taking mitotane with food. It is best to avoid or limit the consumption of alcohol, as it can increase drowsiness or other nervous system side effects of mitotane. You should also avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medication affects you. 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.

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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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