Drug Interactions between Plavix and zafirlukast
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- Plavix (clopidogrel)
- zafirlukast
Interactions between your drugs
zafirlukast clopidogrel
Applies to: zafirlukast and Plavix (clopidogrel)
In vitro studies have shown that high concentrations of clopidogrel inhibit CYP450 2C9 isoenzymes. The metabolism of drugs which are substrates for this enzyme may be decreased, potentiating toxicity of the substrate drug. The clinical significance and magnitude of this interaction is not known. Dose adjustments may be necessary if an interaction is suspected.
References (1)
- (2001) "Product Information. Plavix (clopidogrel)." Bristol-Myers Squibb
Drug and food interactions
zafirlukast food
Applies to: zafirlukast
ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Food may reduce the oral absorption and bioavailability of zafirlukast. In two separate studies, one using a high-fat and the other a high-protein meal, administration of zafirlukast with food reduced the mean bioavailability by approximately 40%.
MANAGEMENT: To ensure maximal oral absorption, zafirlukast should be administered at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals.
References (1)
- (2001) "Product Information. Accolate (zafirlukast)." Astra-Zeneca Pharmaceuticals
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.
See also
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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