Interactions between Motrin IB Sinus and Ticagrelor
1 drug interaction and 54 additional warnings found for the following 2 drugs:
- Motrin IB Sinus (ibuprofen/pseudoephedrine)
- ticagrelor
Drug interactions
Major drug interactions
Major:
ibuprofen ticagrelor
Applies to: Motrin IB Sinus (ibuprofen / pseudoephedrine) and ticagrelor
Monitor closely
The concomitant use of ticagrelor with other platelet inhibitors, anticoagulants, thrombolytic agents, or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may increase the risk of bleeding, including severe and sometimes fatal hemorrhage.
Management
Caution is advised when these drugs are used concomitantly with ticagrelor or within 24 hours of ticagrelor dosing. Close clinical and laboratory observation for hemorrhagic complications is recommended. Patients should be advised to promptly report any signs of bleeding to their doctor, including pain, swelling, headache, dizziness, weakness, prolonged bleeding from cuts, increased menstrual flow, vaginal bleeding, nosebleeds, bleeding of gums from brushing, unusual bleeding, or bruising, red or brown urine, or red or black stools.
References (3)
- Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
- (2011) "Product Information. Brilinta (ticagrelor)." Astra-Zeneca Pharmaceuticals
- (2024) "Product Information. Brilinta (ticagrelor) (ticagrelor)." Astra-Zeneca Pharmaceuticals
Food/lifestyle interactions
Moderate food/lifestyle interactions
Moderate:
ticagrelor Food/Lifestyle
Applies to: ticagrelor
Monitor
Coadministration with grapefruit juice may increase the plasma concentrations of ticagrelor. The proposed mechanism is inhibition of CYP450 3A4-mediated first-pass metabolism in the gut wall by certain compounds present in grapefruit. When a single 90 mg dose of ticagrelor was coadministered with grapefruit juice (200 mL three times daily), ticagrelor peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) increased by 65% and 121%, respectively. An enhanced antiplatelet effect of ticagrelor was also observed. The clinical relevance of this effect in unknown.
Management
Caution is recommended if ticagrelor is used in combination with grapefruit or grapefruit juice. Patients should be advised to report any unusual bleeding or bruising, swelling, vomiting, blood in your urine or stools, headache, dizziness, or weakness.
References (3)
- (2025) "Product Information. M-Ticagrelor (ticagrelor)." Mantra Pharma Inc
- (2025) "Product Information. Brilique (ticagrelor)." AstraZeneca UK Ltd
- Holmberg MT, Tornio A, Joutsi-Korhonen L, et al. (2013) "Grapefruit juice markedly increases the plasma concentrations and antiplatelet effects of ticagrelor in healthy subjects." Br J Clin Pharmacol, 75, p. 1488
Moderate:
ibuprofen Alcohol (Ethanol)
Applies to: Motrin IB Sinus (ibuprofen / pseudoephedrine)
Generally avoid
The concurrent use of aspirin or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and ethanol may lead to gastrointestinal (GI) blood loss. The mechanism may be due to a combined local effect as well as inhibition of prostaglandins leading to decreased integrity of the GI lining.
Management
Patients should be counseled on this potential interaction and advised to refrain from alcohol consumption while taking aspirin or NSAIDs.
References (1)
- (2002) "Product Information. Motrin (ibuprofen)." Pharmacia and Upjohn
Moderate:
pseudoephedrine Caffeine
Applies to: Motrin IB Sinus (ibuprofen / pseudoephedrine)
Monitor
Coadministration of two or more sympathomimetic or noradrenergic agents may increase the risk of nervousness, irritability, tachycardia, and/or increased blood pressure. Central nervous system (CNS) stimulants, particularly amphetamines, can potentiate the adrenergic response to vasopressors and other sympathomimetic and/or noradrenergic agents, including norepinephrine transporter inhibitors. Additive increases in blood pressure and heart rate may occur due to enhanced peripheral sympathetic activity.
Management
Caution is advised if two or more sympathomimetic or noradrenergic agents are coadministered. Pulse and blood pressure should be closely monitored. Consultation with individual product labeling, as well as relevant institutional protocols, may be advisable for further guidance.
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- (2001) "Product Information. Focalin (dexmethylphenidate)." Mikart Inc
- (2024) "Product Information. Ephedrine (ephedrine)." Hameln Pharma Ltd
- (2023) "Product Information. Ephedrine Hydrochloride (ephedrine)." Wockhardt UK Ltd
- (2026) "Product Information. Strattera (atomoxetine)." Lilly, Eli and Company
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- Angita Pharma, Inc (2026) AG-ATOMOXETINE Product Monograph (Health Canada) https://pdf.hres.ca/dpd_pm/00059014.PDF
- (2026) "Product Information. Boots Decongestant (Pseudoephedrine) (pseudoephedrine)." The Boots Company Plc
- (2023) "Product Information. Sinus and Nasal Decongestant (Trust) (pseudoephedrine)." Noumed Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd
- (2019) "Product Information. Ephedrine (ephedrine)." Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd
- (2024) "Product Information. EPHEDrine Sulfate (ePHEDrine)." Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC
- (2024) "Product Information. Lemsip Cough Max for Mucus Cough and Cold (guaifenesin/paracetamol/phenylephrine)." Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Ltd
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- Neo Health (OTC) Pty Ltd (2026) Product information: pseudoephedrine hydrochloride-paracetamol capsules. https://www.ebs.tga.gov.au/ebs/picmi/picmirepository.nsf/pdf?OpenAgent&id=CP-2024-PI-02603-1&d=20260804172310101&d=20260827172310101
Disease interactions
51 potential interactions Applies to: 42 conditions, including High Blood Pressure, Heart Failure, Asthma, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, and Gastritis/Duodenitis.
Alcoholism
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Alcoholism.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can cause serious gastrointestinal (GI) adverse events including inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, or large intestine, which can be fatal. These serious adverse events can develop at any time, with or without warning symptoms. NSAIDs should be used with caution in patients with history of peptic ulcer disease and/or GI bleeding, as these patients had a greater than 10-fold increased risk for developing a GI bleed compared to patients without these risk factors. Caution is also advised if NSAIDs are prescribed to patients with other factors that increase risk of GI bleeding, such as: prolonged NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), anticoagulants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors; alcohol use; smoking; history of gastrointestinal surgery or anastomosis, older age; poor general health status; and advanced liver disease and/or coagulopathy. Particular vigilance is necessary when treating older adult or debilitated patients since most postmarketing reports of fatal GI events occurred in these patients.
Anemia
Moderate:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a moderate potential interaction with Anemia.
Anemia has been reported in patients treated with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). This may be due to fluid retention, occult/gross blood loss, or an incompletely described effect on erythropoiesis. Hemoglobin or hematocrit should be monitored in patients with any signs/symptoms of anemia or blood loss, especially during long-term therapy. NSAIDs may increase risk of bleeding events; comorbid conditions (e.g., coagulation disorders; concomitant use of warfarin/other anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents, serotonin/serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors) may increase this risk, and patients with these conditions should be monitored for signs of bleeding. Therapy with NSAIDs should be administered cautiously in patients with or predisposed to anemia. Clinical monitoring of hematopoietic function may be appropriate, particularly during chronic therapy.
Asthma
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Asthma.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are contraindicated in patients with history of asthma, urticaria, or other allergic-type reactions after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs; severe, sometimes fatal, anaphylactic reactions to NSAIDs have been reported in such patients. A subpopulation of patients with asthma may have aspirin-sensitive asthma which may include chronic rhinosinusitis complicated by nasal polyps, severe potentially fatal bronchospasm, and/or intolerance to aspirin and other NSAIDs. Since cross-reactivity between aspirin and other NSAIDs has been reported in such aspirin-sensitive patients, therapy with any NSAID should be avoided in patients with this form of aspirin sensitivity. NSAIDs should be used with caution in patients with preexisting asthma (without known aspirin sensitivity), and these patients should be monitored for changes in the signs and symptoms of asthma.
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Moderate:
Motrin IB Sinus
The pseudoephedrine in Motrin IB Sinus has a moderate potential interaction with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia.
Sympathomimetic agents may cause or worsen urinary difficulty in patients with prostate enlargement due to smooth muscle contraction in the bladder neck via stimulation of alpha-1 adrenergic receptors. Therapy with sympathomimetic agents should be administered cautiously in patients with hypertrophy or neoplasm of the prostate.
Bleeding Disorder
Major:
ticagrelor
Ticagrelor has a major potential interaction with Bleeding Disorder.
Ticagrelor is contraindicated in patients with active pathological bleeding, such as peptic ulcer or intracranial hemorrhage.
Moderate:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a moderate potential interaction with Bleeding Disorder.
Anemia has been reported in patients treated with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). This may be due to fluid retention, occult/gross blood loss, or an incompletely described effect on erythropoiesis. Hemoglobin or hematocrit should be monitored in patients with any signs/symptoms of anemia or blood loss, especially during long-term therapy. NSAIDs may increase risk of bleeding events; comorbid conditions (e.g., coagulation disorders; concomitant use of warfarin/other anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents, serotonin/serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors) may increase this risk, and patients with these conditions should be monitored for signs of bleeding. Therapy with NSAIDs should be administered cautiously in patients with or predisposed to anemia. Clinical monitoring of hematopoietic function may be appropriate, particularly during chronic therapy.
Moderate:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a moderate potential interaction with Bleeding Disorder.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) reversibly inhibit platelet adhesion and aggregation and may prolong bleeding time in some patients. With the exception of aspirin, the platelet effects seen with most NSAIDs at usual recommended dosages are generally slight and of relatively short duration but may be more pronounced in patients with underlying hemostatic abnormalities. Thrombocytopenia has also been reported rarely during NSAID use. Therapy with NSAIDs should be administered cautiously in patients with significant active bleeding or a hemorrhagic diathesis, including hemostatic and/or coagulation defects associated with hemophilia, vitamin K deficiency, hypoprothrombinemia, thrombocytopenia, thrombocytopathy, or severe hepatic impairment. NSAIDs that selectively inhibit cyclooxygenase-2 (i.e., COX-2 inhibitors) do not appear to affect platelet function or bleeding time at indicated dosages and may be preferable if risk of bleeding is a concern.
Cardiovascular Conditions and Disorders
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The pseudoephedrine in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Cardiovascular Conditions and Disorders.
Sympathomimetic agents may cause adverse cardiovascular effects, particularly when used in high dosages and/or in susceptible patients. In cardiac tissues, these agents may produce positive chronotropic and inotropic effects via stimulation of beta- 1 adrenergic receptors. Cardiac output, oxygen consumption, and the work of the heart may be increased. In the peripheral vasculature, vasoconstriction may occur via stimulation of alpha-1 adrenergic receptors. Palpitations, tachycardia, arrhythmia, hypertension, reflex bradycardia, coronary occlusion, cerebral vasculitis, myocardial infarction, cardiac arrest, and death have been reported. Some of these agents, particularly ephedra alkaloids (ephedrine, ma huang, phenylpropanolamine), may also predispose patients to hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke. Therapy with sympathomimetic agents should generally be avoided or administered cautiously in patients with sensitivity to sympathomimetic amines, hyperthyroidism, or underlying cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disorders. These agents should not be used in patients with severe coronary artery disease or severe/uncontrolled hypertension.
Cerebrovascular Insufficiency
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The pseudoephedrine in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Cerebrovascular Insufficiency.
Sympathomimetic agents may cause adverse cardiovascular effects, particularly when used in high dosages and/or in susceptible patients. In cardiac tissues, these agents may produce positive chronotropic and inotropic effects via stimulation of beta- 1 adrenergic receptors. Cardiac output, oxygen consumption, and the work of the heart may be increased. In the peripheral vasculature, vasoconstriction may occur via stimulation of alpha-1 adrenergic receptors. Palpitations, tachycardia, arrhythmia, hypertension, reflex bradycardia, coronary occlusion, cerebral vasculitis, myocardial infarction, cardiac arrest, and death have been reported. Some of these agents, particularly ephedra alkaloids (ephedrine, ma huang, phenylpropanolamine), may also predispose patients to hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke. Therapy with sympathomimetic agents should generally be avoided or administered cautiously in patients with sensitivity to sympathomimetic amines, hyperthyroidism, or underlying cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disorders. These agents should not be used in patients with severe coronary artery disease or severe/uncontrolled hypertension.
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Cerebrovascular Insufficiency.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal. This risk may occur early in treatment and may increase with duration of use. Clinical trials of several cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) selective and nonselective NSAIDs of up to 3 years duration have supported this increased risk. It is unclear from available data if the risk for cardiovascular thrombotic events is similar for all NSAIDs. Therapy with NSAIDs should be administered cautiously in patients with a history of cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease. Patients should be treated with the lowest effective dosage for the shortest duration necessary. Appropriate antiplatelet therapy should be administered to patients requiring cardioprotection; however, there is no consistent evidence that concurrent use of aspirin mitigates the increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events associated with NSAID use, while the risk of serious gastrointestinal events is increased. Physicians and patients should remain alert for the development of adverse cardiovascular events throughout the entire duration of therapy, even without prior cardiovascular symptoms. Patients should be advised to promptly seek medical attention if they experience symptoms of cardiovascular thrombotic events (including chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness, or slurring of speech).
NSAIDs are contraindicated in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. Two large clinical trials of a COX-2 selective NSAID for the treatment of pain in the first 10 to 14 days following CABG surgery found an increased incidence of myocardial infarction and stroke.
The use of NSAIDs should be avoided in patients with a recent myocardial infarction unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of recurrent cardiovascular thrombotic events. If an NSAID is used in patients with a recent myocardial infarction, they should be monitored for signs of cardiac ischemia.
Coagulation Defects and Disorders
Moderate:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a moderate potential interaction with Coagulation Defects and Disorders.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) reversibly inhibit platelet adhesion and aggregation and may prolong bleeding time in some patients. With the exception of aspirin, the platelet effects seen with most NSAIDs at usual recommended dosages are generally slight and of relatively short duration but may be more pronounced in patients with underlying hemostatic abnormalities. Thrombocytopenia has also been reported rarely during NSAID use. Therapy with NSAIDs should be administered cautiously in patients with significant active bleeding or a hemorrhagic diathesis, including hemostatic and/or coagulation defects associated with hemophilia, vitamin K deficiency, hypoprothrombinemia, thrombocytopenia, thrombocytopathy, or severe hepatic impairment. NSAIDs that selectively inhibit cyclooxygenase-2 (i.e., COX-2 inhibitors) do not appear to affect platelet function or bleeding time at indicated dosages and may be preferable if risk of bleeding is a concern.
Colonic Ulceration
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Colonic Ulceration.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can cause serious gastrointestinal (GI) adverse events including inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, or large intestine, which can be fatal. These serious adverse events can develop at any time, with or without warning symptoms. NSAIDs should be used with caution in patients with history of peptic ulcer disease and/or GI bleeding, as these patients had a greater than 10-fold increased risk for developing a GI bleed compared to patients without these risk factors. Caution is also advised if NSAIDs are prescribed to patients with other factors that increase risk of GI bleeding, such as: prolonged NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), anticoagulants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors; alcohol use; smoking; history of gastrointestinal surgery or anastomosis, older age; poor general health status; and advanced liver disease and/or coagulopathy. Particular vigilance is necessary when treating older adult or debilitated patients since most postmarketing reports of fatal GI events occurred in these patients.
Dehydration
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Dehydration.
Long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) has resulted in renal papillary necrosis and other renal injury. Renal toxicity has been seen in patients in whom renal prostaglandins have a compensatory role in the maintenance of renal perfusion; in such patients, NSAIDs may cause a dose-dependent reduction in prostaglandin synthesis and, secondarily, in renal blood flow, which may precipitate overt renal decompensation. Patients at greatest risk for this reaction include those with impaired renal function, dehydration, hypovolemia, heart failure, liver dysfunction; those taking diuretics, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, or angiotensin receptor blockers; and older adult patients. Discontinuation of NSAID therapy generally leads to recovery to the pretreatment state. No information is available regarding NSAID use in patients with advanced renal disease; the renal effects of NSAIDs may hasten the progression of renal dysfunction in patients with preexisting renal disease. Volume status should be corrected in dehydrated or hypovolemic patients prior to initiating treatment. Renal function should be monitored in patients with renal or liver dysfunction, heart failure, dehydration, or hypovolemia during therapy. NSAIDs should be avoided in patients with advanced renal disease unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of worsening renal function; if an NSAID is used in such patients, they should be monitored for signs of worsening renal function.
Dermatitis, Drug-Induced
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Dermatitis, Drug-Induced.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can cause serious skin adverse reactions (e.g., Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and exfoliative dermatitis), which can be fatal. NSAIDs can also cause fixed drug eruption, and may present as generalized bullous fixed drug eruption, which can be life-threatening. These serious events may occur without warning. Patients should be advised to discontinue the NSAID and seek medical attention promptly at the first sign of skin rash or any other sign of hypersensitivity. NSAIDs are contraindicated in patients with previous serious skin reactions to these drugs.
Diabetes Mellitus
Moderate:
Motrin IB Sinus
The pseudoephedrine in Motrin IB Sinus has a moderate potential interaction with Diabetes Mellitus.
Sympathomimetic agents may cause increases in blood glucose concentrations. These effects are usually transient and slight but may be significant with dosages higher than those normally recommended. Therapy with sympathomimetic agents should be administered cautiously in patients with diabetes mellitus. Closer monitoring of blood glucose concentrations may be appropriate.
Fluid Retention
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Fluid Retention.
Fluid retention and edema have been reported in association with the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including some topical formulations. NSAIDs (including topicals) can lead to new onset of hypertension or worsening of preexisting hypertension, either of which can contribute to the increased incidence of cardiovascular events. NSAIDs should be used with caution in patients with preexisting fluid retention, hypertension, or history of heart failure. NSAIDs should be avoided in patients with severe heart failure unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of worsening heart failure; if an NSAID is used in such patients, they should be monitored for signs of worsening heart failure. Blood pressure and cardiovascular status should be monitored closely during the initiation of NSAID treatment and throughout the course of therapy.
Gastritis/Duodenitis
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Gastritis/Duodenitis.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can cause serious gastrointestinal (GI) adverse events including inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, or large intestine, which can be fatal. These serious adverse events can develop at any time, with or without warning symptoms. NSAIDs should be used with caution in patients with history of peptic ulcer disease and/or GI bleeding, as these patients had a greater than 10-fold increased risk for developing a GI bleed compared to patients without these risk factors. Caution is also advised if NSAIDs are prescribed to patients with other factors that increase risk of GI bleeding, such as: prolonged NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), anticoagulants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors; alcohol use; smoking; history of gastrointestinal surgery or anastomosis, older age; poor general health status; and advanced liver disease and/or coagulopathy. Particular vigilance is necessary when treating older adult or debilitated patients since most postmarketing reports of fatal GI events occurred in these patients.
Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can cause serious gastrointestinal (GI) adverse events including inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, or large intestine, which can be fatal. These serious adverse events can develop at any time, with or without warning symptoms. NSAIDs should be used with caution in patients with history of peptic ulcer disease and/or GI bleeding, as these patients had a greater than 10-fold increased risk for developing a GI bleed compared to patients without these risk factors. Caution is also advised if NSAIDs are prescribed to patients with other factors that increase risk of GI bleeding, such as: prolonged NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), anticoagulants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors; alcohol use; smoking; history of gastrointestinal surgery or anastomosis, older age; poor general health status; and advanced liver disease and/or coagulopathy. Particular vigilance is necessary when treating older adult or debilitated patients since most postmarketing reports of fatal GI events occurred in these patients.
Gastrointestinal Obstruction
Moderate:
Motrin IB Sinus
The pseudoephedrine in Motrin IB Sinus has a moderate potential interaction with Gastrointestinal Obstruction.
The extended-release formulation of pseudoephedrine (Sudafed 24 Hour) contains a non-deformable material. There have been rare reports of obstructive symptoms in patients with known strictures following the ingestion of similar sustained-release products. Therapy with the extended-release formulation of pseudoephedrine should be administered cautiously in patients with preexisting severe gastrointestinal narrowing or obstruction, whether pathologic or iatrogenic.
Gastrointestinal Perforation
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Gastrointestinal Perforation.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can cause serious gastrointestinal (GI) adverse events including inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, or large intestine, which can be fatal. These serious adverse events can develop at any time, with or without warning symptoms. NSAIDs should be used with caution in patients with history of peptic ulcer disease and/or GI bleeding, as these patients had a greater than 10-fold increased risk for developing a GI bleed compared to patients without these risk factors. Caution is also advised if NSAIDs are prescribed to patients with other factors that increase risk of GI bleeding, such as: prolonged NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), anticoagulants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors; alcohol use; smoking; history of gastrointestinal surgery or anastomosis, older age; poor general health status; and advanced liver disease and/or coagulopathy. Particular vigilance is necessary when treating older adult or debilitated patients since most postmarketing reports of fatal GI events occurred in these patients.
Glaucoma/Intraocular Hypertension
Moderate:
Motrin IB Sinus
The pseudoephedrine in Motrin IB Sinus has a moderate potential interaction with Glaucoma/Intraocular Hypertension.
Sympathomimetic agents can induce transient mydriasis via stimulation of alpha-1 adrenergic receptors. In patients with anatomically narrow angles or narrow-angle glaucoma, pupillary dilation can provoke an acute attack. In patients with other forms of glaucoma, mydriasis may occasionally increase intraocular pressure. Therapy with sympathomimetic agents should be administered cautiously in patients with or predisposed to glaucoma, particularly narrow-angle glaucoma.
Heart Failure
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Heart Failure.
Long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) has resulted in renal papillary necrosis and other renal injury. Renal toxicity has been seen in patients in whom renal prostaglandins have a compensatory role in the maintenance of renal perfusion; in such patients, NSAIDs may cause a dose-dependent reduction in prostaglandin synthesis and, secondarily, in renal blood flow, which may precipitate overt renal decompensation. Patients at greatest risk for this reaction include those with impaired renal function, dehydration, hypovolemia, heart failure, liver dysfunction; those taking diuretics, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, or angiotensin receptor blockers; and older adult patients. Discontinuation of NSAID therapy generally leads to recovery to the pretreatment state. No information is available regarding NSAID use in patients with advanced renal disease; the renal effects of NSAIDs may hasten the progression of renal dysfunction in patients with preexisting renal disease. Volume status should be corrected in dehydrated or hypovolemic patients prior to initiating treatment. Renal function should be monitored in patients with renal or liver dysfunction, heart failure, dehydration, or hypovolemia during therapy. NSAIDs should be avoided in patients with advanced renal disease unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of worsening renal function; if an NSAID is used in such patients, they should be monitored for signs of worsening renal function.
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Heart Failure.
Fluid retention and edema have been reported in association with the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including some topical formulations. NSAIDs (including topicals) can lead to new onset of hypertension or worsening of preexisting hypertension, either of which can contribute to the increased incidence of cardiovascular events. NSAIDs should be used with caution in patients with preexisting fluid retention, hypertension, or history of heart failure. NSAIDs should be avoided in patients with severe heart failure unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of worsening heart failure; if an NSAID is used in such patients, they should be monitored for signs of worsening heart failure. Blood pressure and cardiovascular status should be monitored closely during the initiation of NSAID treatment and throughout the course of therapy.
Hemodialysis
Moderate:
ticagrelor
Ticagrelor has a moderate potential interaction with Hemodialysis.
No dosage adjustment is needed in patients with renal impairment. Patients receiving dialysis have not been studied, close monitoring is recommended.
High Blood Pressure
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with High Blood Pressure.
Fluid retention and edema have been reported in association with the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including some topical formulations. NSAIDs (including topicals) can lead to new onset of hypertension or worsening of preexisting hypertension, either of which can contribute to the increased incidence of cardiovascular events. NSAIDs should be used with caution in patients with preexisting fluid retention, hypertension, or history of heart failure. NSAIDs should be avoided in patients with severe heart failure unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of worsening heart failure; if an NSAID is used in such patients, they should be monitored for signs of worsening heart failure. Blood pressure and cardiovascular status should be monitored closely during the initiation of NSAID treatment and throughout the course of therapy.
History, Peptic Ulcer
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with History, Peptic Ulcer.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can cause serious gastrointestinal (GI) adverse events including inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, or large intestine, which can be fatal. These serious adverse events can develop at any time, with or without warning symptoms. NSAIDs should be used with caution in patients with history of peptic ulcer disease and/or GI bleeding, as these patients had a greater than 10-fold increased risk for developing a GI bleed compared to patients without these risk factors. Caution is also advised if NSAIDs are prescribed to patients with other factors that increase risk of GI bleeding, such as: prolonged NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), anticoagulants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors; alcohol use; smoking; history of gastrointestinal surgery or anastomosis, older age; poor general health status; and advanced liver disease and/or coagulopathy. Particular vigilance is necessary when treating older adult or debilitated patients since most postmarketing reports of fatal GI events occurred in these patients.
History - Cerebrovascular Disease
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with History - Cerebrovascular Disease.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal. This risk may occur early in treatment and may increase with duration of use. Clinical trials of several cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) selective and nonselective NSAIDs of up to 3 years duration have supported this increased risk. It is unclear from available data if the risk for cardiovascular thrombotic events is similar for all NSAIDs. Therapy with NSAIDs should be administered cautiously in patients with a history of cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease. Patients should be treated with the lowest effective dosage for the shortest duration necessary. Appropriate antiplatelet therapy should be administered to patients requiring cardioprotection; however, there is no consistent evidence that concurrent use of aspirin mitigates the increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events associated with NSAID use, while the risk of serious gastrointestinal events is increased. Physicians and patients should remain alert for the development of adverse cardiovascular events throughout the entire duration of therapy, even without prior cardiovascular symptoms. Patients should be advised to promptly seek medical attention if they experience symptoms of cardiovascular thrombotic events (including chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness, or slurring of speech).
NSAIDs are contraindicated in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. Two large clinical trials of a COX-2 selective NSAID for the treatment of pain in the first 10 to 14 days following CABG surgery found an increased incidence of myocardial infarction and stroke.
The use of NSAIDs should be avoided in patients with a recent myocardial infarction unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of recurrent cardiovascular thrombotic events. If an NSAID is used in patients with a recent myocardial infarction, they should be monitored for signs of cardiac ischemia.
History - Myocardial Infarction
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with History - Myocardial Infarction.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal. This risk may occur early in treatment and may increase with duration of use. Clinical trials of several cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) selective and nonselective NSAIDs of up to 3 years duration have supported this increased risk. It is unclear from available data if the risk for cardiovascular thrombotic events is similar for all NSAIDs. Therapy with NSAIDs should be administered cautiously in patients with a history of cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease. Patients should be treated with the lowest effective dosage for the shortest duration necessary. Appropriate antiplatelet therapy should be administered to patients requiring cardioprotection; however, there is no consistent evidence that concurrent use of aspirin mitigates the increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events associated with NSAID use, while the risk of serious gastrointestinal events is increased. Physicians and patients should remain alert for the development of adverse cardiovascular events throughout the entire duration of therapy, even without prior cardiovascular symptoms. Patients should be advised to promptly seek medical attention if they experience symptoms of cardiovascular thrombotic events (including chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness, or slurring of speech).
NSAIDs are contraindicated in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. Two large clinical trials of a COX-2 selective NSAID for the treatment of pain in the first 10 to 14 days following CABG surgery found an increased incidence of myocardial infarction and stroke.
The use of NSAIDs should be avoided in patients with a recent myocardial infarction unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of recurrent cardiovascular thrombotic events. If an NSAID is used in patients with a recent myocardial infarction, they should be monitored for signs of cardiac ischemia.
Hyperkalemia
Moderate:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a moderate potential interaction with Hyperkalemia.
Increases in serum potassium concentration (including hyperkalemia) have been reported with use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), even in some patients without renal impairment. In patients with normal renal function, these effects have been attributed to a hyporeninemic-hypoaldosteronism state. Caution is advised in patients with hyperkalemia.
Hyperthyroidism
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The pseudoephedrine in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Hyperthyroidism.
Sympathomimetic agents may cause adverse cardiovascular effects, particularly when used in high dosages and/or in susceptible patients. In cardiac tissues, these agents may produce positive chronotropic and inotropic effects via stimulation of beta- 1 adrenergic receptors. Cardiac output, oxygen consumption, and the work of the heart may be increased. In the peripheral vasculature, vasoconstriction may occur via stimulation of alpha-1 adrenergic receptors. Palpitations, tachycardia, arrhythmia, hypertension, reflex bradycardia, coronary occlusion, cerebral vasculitis, myocardial infarction, cardiac arrest, and death have been reported. Some of these agents, particularly ephedra alkaloids (ephedrine, ma huang, phenylpropanolamine), may also predispose patients to hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke. Therapy with sympathomimetic agents should generally be avoided or administered cautiously in patients with sensitivity to sympathomimetic amines, hyperthyroidism, or underlying cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disorders. These agents should not be used in patients with severe coronary artery disease or severe/uncontrolled hypertension.
Hyponatremia
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Hyponatremia.
Long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) has resulted in renal papillary necrosis and other renal injury. Renal toxicity has been seen in patients in whom renal prostaglandins have a compensatory role in the maintenance of renal perfusion; in such patients, NSAIDs may cause a dose-dependent reduction in prostaglandin synthesis and, secondarily, in renal blood flow, which may precipitate overt renal decompensation. Patients at greatest risk for this reaction include those with impaired renal function, dehydration, hypovolemia, heart failure, liver dysfunction; those taking diuretics, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, or angiotensin receptor blockers; and older adult patients. Discontinuation of NSAID therapy generally leads to recovery to the pretreatment state. No information is available regarding NSAID use in patients with advanced renal disease; the renal effects of NSAIDs may hasten the progression of renal dysfunction in patients with preexisting renal disease. Volume status should be corrected in dehydrated or hypovolemic patients prior to initiating treatment. Renal function should be monitored in patients with renal or liver dysfunction, heart failure, dehydration, or hypovolemia during therapy. NSAIDs should be avoided in patients with advanced renal disease unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of worsening renal function; if an NSAID is used in such patients, they should be monitored for signs of worsening renal function.
Intestinal Anastomoses
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Intestinal Anastomoses.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can cause serious gastrointestinal (GI) adverse events including inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, or large intestine, which can be fatal. These serious adverse events can develop at any time, with or without warning symptoms. NSAIDs should be used with caution in patients with history of peptic ulcer disease and/or GI bleeding, as these patients had a greater than 10-fold increased risk for developing a GI bleed compared to patients without these risk factors. Caution is also advised if NSAIDs are prescribed to patients with other factors that increase risk of GI bleeding, such as: prolonged NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), anticoagulants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors; alcohol use; smoking; history of gastrointestinal surgery or anastomosis, older age; poor general health status; and advanced liver disease and/or coagulopathy. Particular vigilance is necessary when treating older adult or debilitated patients since most postmarketing reports of fatal GI events occurred in these patients.
Ischemic Heart Disease
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Ischemic Heart Disease.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal. This risk may occur early in treatment and may increase with duration of use. Clinical trials of several cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) selective and nonselective NSAIDs of up to 3 years duration have supported this increased risk. It is unclear from available data if the risk for cardiovascular thrombotic events is similar for all NSAIDs. Therapy with NSAIDs should be administered cautiously in patients with a history of cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease. Patients should be treated with the lowest effective dosage for the shortest duration necessary. Appropriate antiplatelet therapy should be administered to patients requiring cardioprotection; however, there is no consistent evidence that concurrent use of aspirin mitigates the increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events associated with NSAID use, while the risk of serious gastrointestinal events is increased. Physicians and patients should remain alert for the development of adverse cardiovascular events throughout the entire duration of therapy, even without prior cardiovascular symptoms. Patients should be advised to promptly seek medical attention if they experience symptoms of cardiovascular thrombotic events (including chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness, or slurring of speech).
NSAIDs are contraindicated in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. Two large clinical trials of a COX-2 selective NSAID for the treatment of pain in the first 10 to 14 days following CABG surgery found an increased incidence of myocardial infarction and stroke.
The use of NSAIDs should be avoided in patients with a recent myocardial infarction unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of recurrent cardiovascular thrombotic events. If an NSAID is used in patients with a recent myocardial infarction, they should be monitored for signs of cardiac ischemia.
Liver Disease
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Liver Disease.
Long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) has resulted in renal papillary necrosis and other renal injury. Renal toxicity has been seen in patients in whom renal prostaglandins have a compensatory role in the maintenance of renal perfusion; in such patients, NSAIDs may cause a dose-dependent reduction in prostaglandin synthesis and, secondarily, in renal blood flow, which may precipitate overt renal decompensation. Patients at greatest risk for this reaction include those with impaired renal function, dehydration, hypovolemia, heart failure, liver dysfunction; those taking diuretics, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, or angiotensin receptor blockers; and older adult patients. Discontinuation of NSAID therapy generally leads to recovery to the pretreatment state. No information is available regarding NSAID use in patients with advanced renal disease; the renal effects of NSAIDs may hasten the progression of renal dysfunction in patients with preexisting renal disease. Volume status should be corrected in dehydrated or hypovolemic patients prior to initiating treatment. Renal function should be monitored in patients with renal or liver dysfunction, heart failure, dehydration, or hypovolemia during therapy. NSAIDs should be avoided in patients with advanced renal disease unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of worsening renal function; if an NSAID is used in such patients, they should be monitored for signs of worsening renal function.
Major:
ticagrelor
Ticagrelor has a major potential interaction with Liver Disease.
Ticagrelor is metabolized by the liver. The use of ticagrelor should be avoided in patients with severe hepatic impairment. Care should be taken in patients with moderate hepatic impairment and it is recommended to consider the risks and benefits of treatment due to the probable increase in exposure to ticagrelor. No dosage adjustment is needed in patients with mild hepatic impairment.
Moderate:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a moderate potential interaction with Liver Disease.
Therapy with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) should be administered cautiously in patients with preexisting liver disease. Periodic monitoring of liver function is recommended during prolonged therapy. NSAIDs are also highly protein-bound and some are extensively metabolized by the liver. Metabolic activity and/or plasma protein binding may be altered in patients with hepatic impairment. A dosage reduction may be required in some cases.
Noninfectious Colitis
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Noninfectious Colitis.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can cause serious gastrointestinal (GI) adverse events including inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, or large intestine, which can be fatal. These serious adverse events can develop at any time, with or without warning symptoms. NSAIDs should be used with caution in patients with history of peptic ulcer disease and/or GI bleeding, as these patients had a greater than 10-fold increased risk for developing a GI bleed compared to patients without these risk factors. Caution is also advised if NSAIDs are prescribed to patients with other factors that increase risk of GI bleeding, such as: prolonged NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), anticoagulants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors; alcohol use; smoking; history of gastrointestinal surgery or anastomosis, older age; poor general health status; and advanced liver disease and/or coagulopathy. Particular vigilance is necessary when treating older adult or debilitated patients since most postmarketing reports of fatal GI events occurred in these patients.
Peptic Ulcer
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Peptic Ulcer.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can cause serious gastrointestinal (GI) adverse events including inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, or large intestine, which can be fatal. These serious adverse events can develop at any time, with or without warning symptoms. NSAIDs should be used with caution in patients with history of peptic ulcer disease and/or GI bleeding, as these patients had a greater than 10-fold increased risk for developing a GI bleed compared to patients without these risk factors. Caution is also advised if NSAIDs are prescribed to patients with other factors that increase risk of GI bleeding, such as: prolonged NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), anticoagulants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors; alcohol use; smoking; history of gastrointestinal surgery or anastomosis, older age; poor general health status; and advanced liver disease and/or coagulopathy. Particular vigilance is necessary when treating older adult or debilitated patients since most postmarketing reports of fatal GI events occurred in these patients.
Major:
ticagrelor
Ticagrelor has a major potential interaction with Peptic Ulcer.
Ticagrelor is contraindicated in patients with active pathological bleeding, such as peptic ulcer or intracranial hemorrhage.
Phenylketonuria
Moderate:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a moderate potential interaction with Phenylketonuria.
Chewable products frequently may contain aspartame, which is metabolized in the gastrointestinal tract to phenylalanine. Motrin (brand of ibuprofen) chewable 50 mg and 100 mg tablets provide the equivalent of 3 mg and 6 mg of phenylalanine each, respectively. The aspartame/phenylalanine content should be considered when these and similar products are used in patients who must restrict their intake of phenylalanine (i.e. phenylketonurics).
Moderate:
Motrin IB Sinus
The pseudoephedrine in Motrin IB Sinus has a moderate potential interaction with Phenylketonuria.
Chewable products frequently may contain aspartame, which is metabolized in the gastrointestinal tract to phenylalanine. Sudafed (brand of pseudoephedrine) chewable 15 mg tablets provide the equivalent of 0.78 mg of phenylalanine per each tablet. The aspartame/phenylalanine content should be considered when this and similar products are used in patients who must restrict their intake of phenylalanine (i.e. phenylketonurics).
Pheochromocytoma
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The pseudoephedrine in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Pheochromocytoma.
Sympathomimetic agents may cause adverse cardiovascular effects, particularly when used in high dosages and/or in susceptible patients. In cardiac tissues, these agents may produce positive chronotropic and inotropic effects via stimulation of beta- 1 adrenergic receptors. Cardiac output, oxygen consumption, and the work of the heart may be increased. In the peripheral vasculature, vasoconstriction may occur via stimulation of alpha-1 adrenergic receptors. Palpitations, tachycardia, arrhythmia, hypertension, reflex bradycardia, coronary occlusion, cerebral vasculitis, myocardial infarction, cardiac arrest, and death have been reported. Some of these agents, particularly ephedra alkaloids (ephedrine, ma huang, phenylpropanolamine), may also predispose patients to hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke. Therapy with sympathomimetic agents should generally be avoided or administered cautiously in patients with sensitivity to sympathomimetic amines, hyperthyroidism, or underlying cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disorders. These agents should not be used in patients with severe coronary artery disease or severe/uncontrolled hypertension.
Prostate Tumor, Benign
Moderate:
Motrin IB Sinus
The pseudoephedrine in Motrin IB Sinus has a moderate potential interaction with Prostate Tumor, Benign.
Sympathomimetic agents may cause or worsen urinary difficulty in patients with prostate enlargement due to smooth muscle contraction in the bladder neck via stimulation of alpha-1 adrenergic receptors. Therapy with sympathomimetic agents should be administered cautiously in patients with hypertrophy or neoplasm of the prostate.
Pulmonary Impairment
Moderate:
ticagrelor
Ticagrelor has a moderate potential interaction with Pulmonary Impairment.
Dyspnea has been reported with the use of ticagrelor. Care should be taken when prescribing this drug to patients that experienced dyspnea. If a patient develops new, prolonged, or worsened dyspnea that is determined to be related to the drug, no specific treatment is required; continue treatment and monitoring without interruption, if possible. In the case of intolerable dyspnea requiring discontinuation, consider prescribing another antiplatelet agent.
Renal Dysfunction
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Renal Dysfunction.
Long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) has resulted in renal papillary necrosis and other renal injury. Renal toxicity has been seen in patients in whom renal prostaglandins have a compensatory role in the maintenance of renal perfusion; in such patients, NSAIDs may cause a dose-dependent reduction in prostaglandin synthesis and, secondarily, in renal blood flow, which may precipitate overt renal decompensation. Patients at greatest risk for this reaction include those with impaired renal function, dehydration, hypovolemia, heart failure, liver dysfunction; those taking diuretics, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, or angiotensin receptor blockers; and older adult patients. Discontinuation of NSAID therapy generally leads to recovery to the pretreatment state. No information is available regarding NSAID use in patients with advanced renal disease; the renal effects of NSAIDs may hasten the progression of renal dysfunction in patients with preexisting renal disease. Volume status should be corrected in dehydrated or hypovolemic patients prior to initiating treatment. Renal function should be monitored in patients with renal or liver dysfunction, heart failure, dehydration, or hypovolemia during therapy. NSAIDs should be avoided in patients with advanced renal disease unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of worsening renal function; if an NSAID is used in such patients, they should be monitored for signs of worsening renal function.
Moderate:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a moderate potential interaction with Renal Dysfunction.
Increases in serum potassium concentration (including hyperkalemia) have been reported with use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), even in some patients without renal impairment. In patients with normal renal function, these effects have been attributed to a hyporeninemic-hypoaldosteronism state. Caution is advised in patients with hyperkalemia.
Sinus Node Dysfunction
Moderate:
ticagrelor
Ticagrelor has a moderate potential interaction with Sinus Node Dysfunction.
Ticagrelor can cause ventricular pauses. Bradyarrhythmias including AV block have been reported in the postmarketing setting. It is recommended to use care if prescribing this agent to patients with a history of sick sinus syndrome, 2nd or 3rd degree AV block or bradycardia-related syncope not protected by a pacemaker as they may be at increased risk of developing bradyarrhythmias.
Smoking
Major:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a major potential interaction with Smoking.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can cause serious gastrointestinal (GI) adverse events including inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, or large intestine, which can be fatal. These serious adverse events can develop at any time, with or without warning symptoms. NSAIDs should be used with caution in patients with history of peptic ulcer disease and/or GI bleeding, as these patients had a greater than 10-fold increased risk for developing a GI bleed compared to patients without these risk factors. Caution is also advised if NSAIDs are prescribed to patients with other factors that increase risk of GI bleeding, such as: prolonged NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), anticoagulants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors; alcohol use; smoking; history of gastrointestinal surgery or anastomosis, older age; poor general health status; and advanced liver disease and/or coagulopathy. Particular vigilance is necessary when treating older adult or debilitated patients since most postmarketing reports of fatal GI events occurred in these patients.
Thrombocytopathy
Moderate:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a moderate potential interaction with Thrombocytopathy.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) reversibly inhibit platelet adhesion and aggregation and may prolong bleeding time in some patients. With the exception of aspirin, the platelet effects seen with most NSAIDs at usual recommended dosages are generally slight and of relatively short duration but may be more pronounced in patients with underlying hemostatic abnormalities. Thrombocytopenia has also been reported rarely during NSAID use. Therapy with NSAIDs should be administered cautiously in patients with significant active bleeding or a hemorrhagic diathesis, including hemostatic and/or coagulation defects associated with hemophilia, vitamin K deficiency, hypoprothrombinemia, thrombocytopenia, thrombocytopathy, or severe hepatic impairment. NSAIDs that selectively inhibit cyclooxygenase-2 (i.e., COX-2 inhibitors) do not appear to affect platelet function or bleeding time at indicated dosages and may be preferable if risk of bleeding is a concern.
Thrombocytopenia
Moderate:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a moderate potential interaction with Thrombocytopenia.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) reversibly inhibit platelet adhesion and aggregation and may prolong bleeding time in some patients. With the exception of aspirin, the platelet effects seen with most NSAIDs at usual recommended dosages are generally slight and of relatively short duration but may be more pronounced in patients with underlying hemostatic abnormalities. Thrombocytopenia has also been reported rarely during NSAID use. Therapy with NSAIDs should be administered cautiously in patients with significant active bleeding or a hemorrhagic diathesis, including hemostatic and/or coagulation defects associated with hemophilia, vitamin K deficiency, hypoprothrombinemia, thrombocytopenia, thrombocytopathy, or severe hepatic impairment. NSAIDs that selectively inhibit cyclooxygenase-2 (i.e., COX-2 inhibitors) do not appear to affect platelet function or bleeding time at indicated dosages and may be preferable if risk of bleeding is a concern.
Vitamin K Deficiency
Moderate:
Motrin IB Sinus
The ibuprofen in Motrin IB Sinus has a moderate potential interaction with Vitamin K Deficiency.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) reversibly inhibit platelet adhesion and aggregation and may prolong bleeding time in some patients. With the exception of aspirin, the platelet effects seen with most NSAIDs at usual recommended dosages are generally slight and of relatively short duration but may be more pronounced in patients with underlying hemostatic abnormalities. Thrombocytopenia has also been reported rarely during NSAID use. Therapy with NSAIDs should be administered cautiously in patients with significant active bleeding or a hemorrhagic diathesis, including hemostatic and/or coagulation defects associated with hemophilia, vitamin K deficiency, hypoprothrombinemia, thrombocytopenia, thrombocytopathy, or severe hepatic impairment. NSAIDs that selectively inhibit cyclooxygenase-2 (i.e., COX-2 inhibitors) do not appear to affect platelet function or bleeding time at indicated dosages and may be preferable if risk of bleeding is a concern.
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Motrin IB Sinus
A total of 703 drugs are known to interact with Motrin IB Sinus.
- Motrin ib sinus is in the drug class upper respiratory combinations.
- Motrin ib sinus is used to treat Sinus Symptoms.
ticagrelor
A total of 549 drugs are known to interact with ticagrelor.
- Ticagrelor is in the drug class platelet aggregation inhibitors.
- Ticagrelor is used to treat the following conditions:
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. |
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