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Drug Interactions between quazepam and Viekira XR

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Interactions between your drugs

Moderate

quazepam ritonavir

Applies to: quazepam and Viekira XR (dasabuvir / ombitasvir / paritaprevir / ritonavir)

Ritonavir may increase the blood levels and effects of quazepam. This can increase the risk of side effects including excessive drowsiness and breathing difficulties. You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor to safely use 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

quazepam food

Applies to: quazepam

Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may interact with quazepam and lead to potentially dangerous side effects. Discuss the use of grapefruit products with your doctor. Do not increase or decrease the amount of grapefruit products in your diet without first talking to your doctor. Do not drink alcohol while taking quazepam. This medication can increase the effects of alcohol. You may feel more drowsy, dizzy, or tired if you take quazepam with alcohol. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns.

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Moderate

ritonavir food

Applies to: Viekira XR (dasabuvir / ombitasvir / paritaprevir / ritonavir)

Ritonavir should be taken with food to lessen gastrointestinal side effects. It is important that you take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not change your treatment or stop treatment without first talking to your doctor.

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Moderate

paritaprevir food

Applies to: Viekira XR (dasabuvir / ombitasvir / paritaprevir / ritonavir)

Food significantly increases the absorption of paritaprevir. You should take each dose of paritaprevir with a meal. Taking it on an empty stomach may lead to inadequate blood levels and reduced effectiveness of the medication.

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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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