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Drug Interactions between Rescriptor and Uni-Cof Expectorant

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Minor

dihydrocodeine delavirdine

Applies to: Uni-Cof Expectorant (dihydrocodeine / guaifenesin / pseudoephedrine) and Rescriptor (delavirdine)

Serum concentrations and effects of medications that are metabolized by the 3A4 enzymatic pathways may theoretically be elevated in patients receiving delavirdine. The mechanism is inhibition of these enzymes by delavirdine. The clinical significance is unknown. Monitoring for clinical and laboratory evidence of safety and tolerance is recommended. Dosage adjustments or alternatives may be needed if an interaction is suspected.

References

  1. Cheng CL, Smith DE, Carver PL, Cox SR, Watkins PB, Blake DS, Kauffman CA, Meyer KM, Amidon GL, Stetson PL (1997) "Steady-state pharmacokinetics of delavirdine in HIV-positive patients: Effect on erythromycin breath test." Clin Pharmacol Ther, 61, p. 531-43
  2. (2001) "Product Information. Rescriptor (delavirdine)." Pharmacia and Upjohn
  3. Barry M, Mulcahy F, Merry C, Gibbons S, Back D (1999) "Pharmacokinetics and potential interactions amongst antiretroviral agents used to treat patients with HIV infection." Clin Pharmacokinet, 36, p. 289-304
  4. Voorman RL, Maio SM, Payne NA, Zhao Z, Koeplinger KA, Wang X (1998) "Microsomal metabolism of delavirdine: evidence for mechanism-based inactivation of human cytochrome P450 3A." J Pharmacol Exp Ther, 287, p. 381-8
  5. vonMoltke LL, Greenblatt DJ, Granda BW, Giancarlo GM, Duan SX, Daily JP, Harmatz JS, Shader RI (2001) "Inhibition of human cytochrome P450 isoforms by nonnucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors." J Clin Pharmacol, 41, p. 85-91
  6. Fichtenbaum CJ, Gerber JG (2002) "Interactions between antiretroviral drugs and drugs used for the therapy of the metabolic complications encountered during HIV infection." Clin Pharmacokinet, 41, p. 1195-211
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Drug and food interactions

Moderate

pseudoephedrine food

Applies to: Uni-Cof Expectorant (dihydrocodeine / guaifenesin / pseudoephedrine)

MONITOR: Coadministration of two or more sympathomimetic agents may increase the risk of adverse effects such as nervousness, irritability, and increased heart rate. Central nervous system (CNS) stimulants, particularly amphetamines, can potentiate the adrenergic response to vasopressors and other sympathomimetic agents. 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 agents are coadministered. Pulse and blood pressure should be closely monitored.

References

  1. Rosenblatt JE, Lake CR, van Kammen DP, Ziegler MG, Bunney WE Jr (1979) "Interactions of amphetamine, pimozide, and lithium on plasma norepineophrine and dopamine-beta-hydroxylase in schizophrenic patients." Psychiatry Res, 1, p. 45-52
  2. Cavanaugh JH, Griffith JD, Oates JA (1970) "Effect of amphetamine on the pressor response to tyramine: formation of p-hydroxynorephedrine from amphetamine in man." Clin Pharmacol Ther, 11, p. 656
  3. (2001) "Product Information. Adderall (amphetamine-dextroamphetamine)." Shire Richwood Pharmaceutical Company Inc
  4. (2001) "Product Information. Tenuate (diethylpropion)." Aventis Pharmaceuticals
  5. (2001) "Product Information. Sanorex (mazindol)." Novartis Pharmaceuticals
  6. (2001) "Product Information. Focalin (dexmethylphenidate)." Mikart Inc
  7. (2002) "Product Information. Strattera (atomoxetine)." Lilly, Eli and Company
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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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