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Can You Take Nolvadex with Polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes?

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Interactions between your drugs

Moderate

tamoxifen polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes

Applies to: Nolvadex (tamoxifen) and polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes

Tamoxifen can cause an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious and potentially life-threatening, although it is a relatively rare side effect. The risk is increased if you have low blood levels of magnesium or potassium, which can occur with bowel cleansing preparations or excessive use of medications that have a laxative effect. You should use polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes exactly as prescribed by your doctor, and drink plenty of clear liquids before, during, and after the cleansing process to avoid becoming dehydrated. Your doctor may be able to recommend specific fluids you can drink before starting polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes to help maintain your electrolyte levels. He/she may also want to monitor your electrolyte levels and/or heart rhythm. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations during treatment with these medications. In addition, you should let your doctor know if you experience signs and symptoms of low electrolyte levels such as weakness, tiredness, drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, tingling, numbness, muscle pain, cramps, nausea, or vomiting. 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.

Drug and food/lifestyle interactions

Moderate

tamoxifen food/lifestyle

Applies to: Nolvadex (tamoxifen)

Talk to your doctor before using tamoxifen with soy products. There is some evidence that substances present in soy may stimulate breast tumor growth and interfere with the action of tamoxifen, although this has not been proven. Whether soy products are effective for hot flashes is also uncertain. 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.

Moderate

polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes food/lifestyle

Applies to: polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes

Mixing polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes and starch-based food thickeners can reduce the thickening effect, which could increase the chance of the liquid going down the wrong way (aspiration), especially if you have trouble swallowing. Also, taking oral medications within one hour of starting polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes may speed up movement through your digestive system, potentially reducing the absorption and effectiveness of those medications. Try to avoid taking other oral medications during and within one hour after starting polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes. It's important to inform your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor

Disease interactions

Major

polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes Gastrointestinal Obstruction

Applies to: Gastrointestinal Obstruction

The use of laxatives is contraindicated in patients with intestinal obstruction disorders. Patients with intestinal obstruction disorders may need their underlying condition treated to correct the constipation. Some laxatives require reduction in the colon to their active form to be effective which may be a problem in patients with intestinal obstruction.

Major

polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes Gastrointestinal Obstruction

Applies to: Gastrointestinal Obstruction

The use of polyethylene glycol (PEG) solutions is contraindicated in patients with gastrointestinal obstruction, perforation, or toxic megacolon. If gastrointestinal obstruction or perforation is suspected, appropriate studies should be performed prior to administration of these agents. Use with caution in patients with severe active ulcerative colitis. Increased activity of the gut caused by these agents could worsen these conditions.

Major

polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes Gastrointestinal Perforation

Applies to: Gastrointestinal Perforation

The use of polyethylene glycol (PEG) solutions is contraindicated in patients with gastrointestinal obstruction, perforation, or toxic megacolon. If gastrointestinal obstruction or perforation is suspected, appropriate studies should be performed prior to administration of these agents. Use with caution in patients with severe active ulcerative colitis. Increased activity of the gut caused by these agents could worsen these conditions.

Major

polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Applies to: Inflammatory Bowel Disease

The use of laxatives is contraindicated in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. Patients with inflammatory bowel disease may experience colonic perforation with use of stimulant laxatives.

Major

tamoxifen Thrombotic/Thromboembolic Disorder

Applies to: Thrombotic / Thromboembolic Disorder

The use of tamoxifen is contraindicated in women with a history of deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolus or in women who require concomitant coumarin- type anticoagulant therapy. There is evidence of an increased incidence of thromboembolic events, including deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, during tamoxifen therapy.

Major

polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes Ulcerative Colitis

Applies to: Ulcerative Colitis

The use of polyethylene glycol (PEG) solutions is contraindicated in patients with gastrointestinal obstruction, perforation, or toxic megacolon. If gastrointestinal obstruction or perforation is suspected, appropriate studies should be performed prior to administration of these agents. Use with caution in patients with severe active ulcerative colitis. Increased activity of the gut caused by these agents could worsen these conditions.

Moderate

tamoxifen Bleeding

Applies to: Bleeding

Hematological abnormalities during tamoxifen therapy may include thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, and anemia. Rare hemorrhagic episodes, severe neutropenia and pancytopenia have been reported. Therapy with tamoxifen should be administered cautiously to patients with or predisposed to bone marrow suppression.

Moderate

tamoxifen Bone Marrow Depression/Low Blood Counts

Applies to: Bone Marrow Depression/Low Blood Counts

Hematological abnormalities during tamoxifen therapy may include thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, and anemia. Rare hemorrhagic episodes, severe neutropenia and pancytopenia have been reported. Therapy with tamoxifen should be administered cautiously to patients with or predisposed to bone marrow suppression.

Moderate

polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes Dehydration

Applies to: Dehydration

Use caution when prescribing PEG electrolyte solutions to patients with impaired renal function or patients taking concomitant medications that may affect renal function. Ensure adequate hydration and consider performing baseline and post-colonoscopy laboratory tests (electrolytes, creatinine, and BUN) in these patients.

Moderate

tamoxifen Endometrial Dysplasia

Applies to: Endometrial Dysplasia

Endometrial changes such as hyperplasia, polyps, and endometrial cancer have been reported during tamoxifen therapy. Patients should be instructed to immediately report any signs or symptoms of uterine abnormality such as menstrual irregularities, abnormal vaginal bleeding, change in vaginal discharge, or pelvic pain or pressure. Therapy with tamoxifen should be administered cautiously in patients with or history of gynecological abnormalities.

Moderate

polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes Esophageal Obstruction

Applies to: Esophageal Obstruction

Patients with impaired gag reflex, unconscious or semi-conscious patients, and patients prone to regurgitation or aspiration should be administered polyethylene glycol (PEG) electrolyte solutions cautiously. Patients experiencing severe bloating, distention or abdominal pain may need to receive PEG electrolyte solutions at a slower rate.

Moderate

polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes Heart Disease

Applies to: Heart Disease

The use of ionic osmotic laxative products for bowel preparation has been associated with rare reports of serious arrhythmias. Use caution when prescribing PEG electrolyte solutions in patients at increased risk of arrhythmias (e.g., patients with a history of prolonged QT, uncontrolled arrhythmias, recent myocardial infarction, unstable angina, congestive heart failure, or cardiomyopathy). Clinical monitoring of cardiovascular status is recommended prior to, during, and after therapy.

Moderate

polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes Hyponatremia

Applies to: Hyponatremia

PEG electrolyte solutions have been associated with seizure activity, and/or loss of consciousness. The seizure cases were associated with electrolyte abnormalities and low serum osmolality. Therapy with these agents should be administered cautiously in patients with a history of or predisposition to seizures or in patients with known or suspected hyponatremia.

Moderate

tamoxifen Liver Disease

Applies to: Liver Disease

Tamoxifen is extensively metabolized by the liver and excreted in the feces. Alteration in liver enzyme levels have been noted. Severe hepatic injuries such as fatty liver, cholestasis, hepatitis, and hepatic necrosis are rare, however, deaths have been reported. Patients should be instructed to immediately report any sign or symptoms of hepatic dysfunction such as jaundice, dark urine, right upper quadrant pain, or anorexia. Therapy with tamoxifen should be administered cautiously in patients with or predisposed to compromised hepatic function.

Moderate

polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes Renal Dysfunction

Applies to: Renal Dysfunction

Use caution when prescribing PEG electrolyte solutions to patients with impaired renal function or patients taking concomitant medications that may affect renal function. Ensure adequate hydration and consider performing baseline and post-colonoscopy laboratory tests (electrolytes, creatinine, and BUN) in these patients.

Moderate

polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes Seizures

Applies to: Seizures

PEG electrolyte solutions have been associated with seizure activity, and/or loss of consciousness. The seizure cases were associated with electrolyte abnormalities and low serum osmolality. Therapy with these agents should be administered cautiously in patients with a history of or predisposition to seizures or in patients with known or suspected hyponatremia.

Moderate

tamoxifen Visual Defect/Disturbance

Applies to: Visual Defect / Disturbance

Corneal changes, cataracts, and retinopathy have been reported during tamoxifen therapy. Therapy with tamoxifen should be administered cautiously in patients with or predisposed to visual disturbances.

Nolvadex

A total of 475 drugs are known to interact with Nolvadex.

polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes

A total of 416 drugs are known to interact with polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes.


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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