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Drug Interactions between Ovcon 35 Fe and itraconazole

This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:

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Interactions between your drugs

Moderate

itraconazole ethinyl estradiol

Applies to: itraconazole and Ovcon 35 Fe (ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone)

Using itraconazole and ethinyl estradiol together may alter the levels of ethinyl estradiol in your body. This combination may cause nausea, vomiting, or vaginal bleeding. If you take both medications together, tell your doctor if you have any of these symptoms. You may need a dose adjustment if you take both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

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Moderate

itraconazole norethindrone

Applies to: itraconazole and Ovcon 35 Fe (ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone)

Using itraconazole and norethindrone together may alter the levels of norethindrone in your body. This combination may cause nausea, vomiting, or vaginal bleeding. If you take both medications together, tell your doctor if you have any of these symptoms. You may need a dose adjustment if you take both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

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Drug and food interactions

Moderate

itraconazole food

Applies to: itraconazole

Food increases the absorption of itraconazole capsules but decreases the absorption of itraconazole oral solution. Capsules should be taken immediately after a full meal and the solution be taken on an empty stomach to ensure best results.

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Moderate

norethindrone food

Applies to: Ovcon 35 Fe (ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone)

Grapefruit juice may increase the blood levels of certain medications such as norethindrone. You may want to limit your consumption of grapefruit and grapefruit juice during treatment with norethindrone. However, if you have been regularly consuming grapefruit or grapefruit juice with the medication, then it is advisable for you to talk with your doctor before changing the amounts of these products in your diet, as this may alter the effects of your medication. Contact your doctor if your condition changes or you experience increased side effects. Orange juice is not expected to interact.

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Minor

ethinyl estradiol food

Applies to: Ovcon 35 Fe (ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone)

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

Minor

ethinyl estradiol food

Applies to: Ovcon 35 Fe (ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone)

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

Minor

norethindrone food

Applies to: Ovcon 35 Fe (ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone)

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

Therapeutic duplication warnings

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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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