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Drug Interactions between valdecoxib and Zegerid

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Minor

omeprazole valdecoxib

Applies to: Zegerid (omeprazole / sodium bicarbonate) and valdecoxib

Coadministration with valdecoxib or its prodrug, parecoxib, may increase the plasma concentrations of omeprazole. The mechanism is valdecoxib inhibition of CYP450 2C19 and 3A4, the isoenzymes responsible for the metabolic clearance of omeprazole. According to product labeling, coadministration of valdecoxib (40 mg twice a day) and omeprazole (40 mg once a day) resulted in a 46% increase in the systemic exposure (AUC) of omeprazole compared to administration of omeprazole alone. The pharmacokinetics of valdecoxib were not significantly affected. Because higher dosages (up to 360 mg/day) of omeprazole are tolerated in Zollinger-Ellison patients, no dosage adjustment for omeprazole is indicated at normally recommended dosages. However, drugs whose absorption is sensitive to pH (e.g., some cephalosporins such as cefditoren, cefpodoxime, and cefuroxime; antiretroviral agents including atazanavir, delavirdine, and fosamprenavir; cyanocobalamin; ketoconazole; enteric coated preparations) may be negatively impacted by concomitant administration of omeprazole and valdecoxib or parecoxib. Coadministration of valdecoxib with dosages of omeprazole higher than 40 mg/day has not been studied.

References

  1. (2001) "Product Information. Bextra (valdecoxib)." Pharmacia and Upjohn

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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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