Interactions between Seldane-D and Terbinafine
1 drug interaction and 18 additional warnings found for the following 2 drugs:
- Seldane-D (pseudoephedrine/terfenadine)
- terbinafine
Drug interactions
Minor drug interactions
Minor:
terfenadine terbinafine
Applies to: Seldane-D (pseudoephedrine / terfenadine) and terbinafine
Terfenadine reduces the clearance of terbinafine by 16%. The mechanism may be competitive inhibition of enzymatic pathways by terfenadine. This interaction is unlikely to be of clinical importance, and dosage adjustments should not be necessary.
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Food/lifestyle interactions
Major food/lifestyle interactions
Major:
terfenadine Food/Lifestyle
Applies to: Seldane-D (pseudoephedrine / terfenadine)
Contraindicated
The consumption of grapefruit juice has been associated with significantly increased plasma concentrations of terfenadine. The mechanism is inhibition of CYP450 3A4-mediated first-pass metabolism in the gut wall induced by certain compounds present in grapefruits. Terfenadine in high serum levels has been associated with prolongation of the QT interval and development of torsade de pointes, a potentially fatal ventricular arrhythmia.
Management
Due to the risk of cardiotoxicity, patients receiving the drug should be advised to avoid consumption of grapefruit products. Loratadine, cetirizine, and fexofenadine may be safer alternatives in patients who may have trouble adhering to the dietary restriction.
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- Honig PK, Wortham DC, Lazarev A, Cantilena LR (1996) "Grapefruit juice alters the systemic bioavailability and cardiac repolarization of terfenadine in poor metabolizers of terfenadine." J Clin Pharmacol, 36, p. 345-51
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- Benton RE, Honig PK, Zamani K, Cantilena LR, Woosley RL (1996) "Grapefruit juice alters terfenadine pharmacokinetics resulting in prolongation of repolarization on the electrocardiogram." Clin Pharmacol Ther, 59, p. 383-8
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Moderate food/lifestyle interactions
Moderate:
pseudoephedrine Caffeine
Applies to: Seldane-D (pseudoephedrine / terfenadine)
Monitor
Coadministration of two or more sympathomimetic or noradrenergic agents may increase the risk of nervousness, irritability, tachycardia, and/or increased blood pressure. Central nervous system (CNS) stimulants, particularly amphetamines, can potentiate the adrenergic response to vasopressors and other sympathomimetic and/or noradrenergic agents, including norepinephrine transporter inhibitors. 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 or noradrenergic agents are coadministered. Pulse and blood pressure should be closely monitored. Consultation with individual product labeling, as well as relevant institutional protocols, may be advisable for further guidance.
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Disease interactions
16 potential interactions Applies to: 16 conditions, including Depression, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Hyperthyroidism, Diabetes Mellitus, and Lupus Erythematosus.
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Moderate:
Seldane-D
The pseudoephedrine in Seldane-D has a moderate potential interaction with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia.
Sympathomimetic agents may cause or worsen urinary difficulty in patients with prostate enlargement due to smooth muscle contraction in the bladder neck via stimulation of alpha-1 adrenergic receptors. Therapy with sympathomimetic agents should be administered cautiously in patients with hypertrophy or neoplasm of the prostate.
Cardiovascular Conditions and Disorders
Major:
Seldane-D
The pseudoephedrine in Seldane-D has a major potential interaction with Cardiovascular Conditions and Disorders.
Sympathomimetic agents may cause adverse cardiovascular effects, particularly when used in high dosages and/or in susceptible patients. In cardiac tissues, these agents may produce positive chronotropic and inotropic effects via stimulation of beta- 1 adrenergic receptors. Cardiac output, oxygen consumption, and the work of the heart may be increased. In the peripheral vasculature, vasoconstriction may occur via stimulation of alpha-1 adrenergic receptors. Palpitations, tachycardia, arrhythmia, hypertension, reflex bradycardia, coronary occlusion, cerebral vasculitis, myocardial infarction, cardiac arrest, and death have been reported. Some of these agents, particularly ephedra alkaloids (ephedrine, ma huang, phenylpropanolamine), may also predispose patients to hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke. Therapy with sympathomimetic agents should generally be avoided or administered cautiously in patients with sensitivity to sympathomimetic amines, hyperthyroidism, or underlying cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disorders. These agents should not be used in patients with severe coronary artery disease or severe/uncontrolled hypertension.
Cerebrovascular Insufficiency
Major:
Seldane-D
The pseudoephedrine in Seldane-D has a major potential interaction with Cerebrovascular Insufficiency.
Sympathomimetic agents may cause adverse cardiovascular effects, particularly when used in high dosages and/or in susceptible patients. In cardiac tissues, these agents may produce positive chronotropic and inotropic effects via stimulation of beta- 1 adrenergic receptors. Cardiac output, oxygen consumption, and the work of the heart may be increased. In the peripheral vasculature, vasoconstriction may occur via stimulation of alpha-1 adrenergic receptors. Palpitations, tachycardia, arrhythmia, hypertension, reflex bradycardia, coronary occlusion, cerebral vasculitis, myocardial infarction, cardiac arrest, and death have been reported. Some of these agents, particularly ephedra alkaloids (ephedrine, ma huang, phenylpropanolamine), may also predispose patients to hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke. Therapy with sympathomimetic agents should generally be avoided or administered cautiously in patients with sensitivity to sympathomimetic amines, hyperthyroidism, or underlying cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disorders. These agents should not be used in patients with severe coronary artery disease or severe/uncontrolled hypertension.
Depression
Moderate:
terbinafine
Terbinafine has a moderate potential interaction with Depression.
Postmarketing studies have reported depressive symptoms with the use of terbinafine tablets. Terbinafine should be used with caution in patients with depression, and prescribers should be alert to the development of depressive symptoms. Patients and caregivers should be instructed to report any depressive symptoms.
Diabetes Mellitus
Moderate:
Seldane-D
The pseudoephedrine in Seldane-D has a moderate potential interaction with Diabetes Mellitus.
Sympathomimetic agents may cause increases in blood glucose concentrations. These effects are usually transient and slight but may be significant with dosages higher than those normally recommended. Therapy with sympathomimetic agents should be administered cautiously in patients with diabetes mellitus. Closer monitoring of blood glucose concentrations may be appropriate.
Gastrointestinal Obstruction
Moderate:
Seldane-D
The pseudoephedrine in Seldane-D has a moderate potential interaction with Gastrointestinal Obstruction.
The extended-release formulation of pseudoephedrine (Sudafed 24 Hour) contains a non-deformable material. There have been rare reports of obstructive symptoms in patients with known strictures following the ingestion of similar sustained-release products. Therapy with the extended-release formulation of pseudoephedrine should be administered cautiously in patients with preexisting severe gastrointestinal narrowing or obstruction, whether pathologic or iatrogenic.
Glaucoma/Intraocular Hypertension
Moderate:
Seldane-D
The pseudoephedrine in Seldane-D has a moderate potential interaction with Glaucoma/Intraocular Hypertension.
Sympathomimetic agents can induce transient mydriasis via stimulation of alpha-1 adrenergic receptors. In patients with anatomically narrow angles or narrow-angle glaucoma, pupillary dilation can provoke an acute attack. In patients with other forms of glaucoma, mydriasis may occasionally increase intraocular pressure. Therapy with sympathomimetic agents should be administered cautiously in patients with or predisposed to glaucoma, particularly narrow-angle glaucoma.
Hyperthyroidism
Major:
Seldane-D
The pseudoephedrine in Seldane-D has a major potential interaction with Hyperthyroidism.
Sympathomimetic agents may cause adverse cardiovascular effects, particularly when used in high dosages and/or in susceptible patients. In cardiac tissues, these agents may produce positive chronotropic and inotropic effects via stimulation of beta- 1 adrenergic receptors. Cardiac output, oxygen consumption, and the work of the heart may be increased. In the peripheral vasculature, vasoconstriction may occur via stimulation of alpha-1 adrenergic receptors. Palpitations, tachycardia, arrhythmia, hypertension, reflex bradycardia, coronary occlusion, cerebral vasculitis, myocardial infarction, cardiac arrest, and death have been reported. Some of these agents, particularly ephedra alkaloids (ephedrine, ma huang, phenylpropanolamine), may also predispose patients to hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke. Therapy with sympathomimetic agents should generally be avoided or administered cautiously in patients with sensitivity to sympathomimetic amines, hyperthyroidism, or underlying cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disorders. These agents should not be used in patients with severe coronary artery disease or severe/uncontrolled hypertension.
Immunodeficiency
Moderate:
terbinafine
Terbinafine has a moderate potential interaction with Immunodeficiency.
Transient decreases in absolute lymphocyte counts have been reported with oral terbinafine during clinical trials. The clinical significance of these decreases is unknown. Monitoring of complete blood counts may be appropriate in patients with known or suspected immunodeficiency receiving terbinafine for greater than six weeks.
Liver Disease
Major:
terbinafine
Terbinafine has a major potential interaction with Liver Disease.
Oral terbinafine is not recommended for use in patients with chronic or active liver disease. Terbinafine may be hepatotoxic. Rare cases of cholestatic hepatitis and liver failure, some resulting in liver transplant or death, have been reported during treatment of various dermatologic conditions in patients with and without preexisting liver disease. Although a causal relationship has not been established, the severity of hepatic events and/or their outcome may be worse in patients with active or chronic liver disease.
Lupus Erythematosus
Moderate:
terbinafine
Terbinafine has a moderate potential interaction with Lupus Erythematosus.
Precipitation and exacerbation of cutaneous and systemic lupus erythematosus has been reported postmarketing in patients taking terbinafine tablets. Terbinafine should be discontinued in patients with any clinical signs and symptoms suggestive of lupus erythematosus.
Neutropenia
Major:
terbinafine
Terbinafine has a major potential interaction with Neutropenia.
Isolated cases of severe neutropenia have been reported in patients administered oral terbinafine. A causal relationship has not been established, although the neutropenia resolved following discontinuation of terbinafine with or without supportive care. Therapy with terbinafine should be administered cautiously in patients with preexisting neutropenia. It may be appropriate to monitor blood counts more frequently during terbinafine therapy. If secondary infection occurs and the neutrophil count is <= 1000 cells/mm3, terbinafine should be discontinued and supportive management initiated.
Phenylketonuria
Moderate:
Seldane-D
The pseudoephedrine in Seldane-D has a moderate potential interaction with Phenylketonuria.
Chewable products frequently may contain aspartame, which is metabolized in the gastrointestinal tract to phenylalanine. Sudafed (brand of pseudoephedrine) chewable 15 mg tablets provide the equivalent of 0.78 mg of phenylalanine per each tablet. The aspartame/phenylalanine content should be considered when this and similar products are used in patients who must restrict their intake of phenylalanine (i.e. phenylketonurics).
Pheochromocytoma
Major:
Seldane-D
The pseudoephedrine in Seldane-D has a major potential interaction with Pheochromocytoma.
Sympathomimetic agents may cause adverse cardiovascular effects, particularly when used in high dosages and/or in susceptible patients. In cardiac tissues, these agents may produce positive chronotropic and inotropic effects via stimulation of beta- 1 adrenergic receptors. Cardiac output, oxygen consumption, and the work of the heart may be increased. In the peripheral vasculature, vasoconstriction may occur via stimulation of alpha-1 adrenergic receptors. Palpitations, tachycardia, arrhythmia, hypertension, reflex bradycardia, coronary occlusion, cerebral vasculitis, myocardial infarction, cardiac arrest, and death have been reported. Some of these agents, particularly ephedra alkaloids (ephedrine, ma huang, phenylpropanolamine), may also predispose patients to hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke. Therapy with sympathomimetic agents should generally be avoided or administered cautiously in patients with sensitivity to sympathomimetic amines, hyperthyroidism, or underlying cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disorders. These agents should not be used in patients with severe coronary artery disease or severe/uncontrolled hypertension.
Prostate Tumor, Benign
Moderate:
Seldane-D
The pseudoephedrine in Seldane-D has a moderate potential interaction with Prostate Tumor, Benign.
Sympathomimetic agents may cause or worsen urinary difficulty in patients with prostate enlargement due to smooth muscle contraction in the bladder neck via stimulation of alpha-1 adrenergic receptors. Therapy with sympathomimetic agents should be administered cautiously in patients with hypertrophy or neoplasm of the prostate.
Renal Dysfunction
Moderate:
terbinafine
Terbinafine has a moderate potential interaction with Renal Dysfunction.
The use of oral terbinafine in patients with renal impairment (CrCl <= 50 mL/min) has not been adequately studied and is, therefore, not recommended. Terbinafine metabolites are primarily eliminated by the kidney. The clinical significance of possible metabolite accumulation due to decreased clearance is unknown.
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Seldane-D
A total of 597 drugs are known to interact with Seldane-D.
- Seldane-d is in the drug class upper respiratory combinations.
- Seldane-d is used to treat the following conditions:
terbinafine
A total of 164 drugs are known to interact with terbinafine.
- Terbinafine is in the drug class miscellaneous antifungals.
- Terbinafine is used to treat the following conditions:
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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