DurAct and Alcohol/Food Interactions
There are 2 alcohol/food/lifestyle interactions with DurAct (bromfenac).
Alcohol (Ethanol) Bromfenac
Moderate Drug Interaction
GENERALLY AVOID: The concurrent use of aspirin or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and ethanol may lead to gastrointestinal (GI) blood loss. The mechanism may be due to a combined local effect as well as inhibition of prostaglandins leading to decreased integrity of the GI lining.
MANAGEMENT: Patients should be counseled on this potential interaction and advised to refrain from alcohol consumption while taking aspirin or NSAIDs.
References (1)
- (2002) "Product Information. Motrin (ibuprofen)." Pharmacia and Upjohn
Bromfenac Food/Lifestyle
Moderate Food Interaction
ADJUST DOSE: In-vivo studies have demonstrated that the absorption of bromfenac is greatly reduced if the drug is taken within three and one-half hours following a high fat meal. The concomitant administration of a high fat meal has led to a 75% reduction in peak plasma concentrations and a 60% reduction in total area under the curve. The mechanism has not been described.
MANAGEMENT: An increased dosage of bromfenac (from 25 to 50 mg) may be needed if a high fat meal is consumed. The clinician may want to warn the patient about subtherapeutic analgesic effects if high fat meals are regularly consumed.
References (1)
- "Product Information. DurAct (bromfenac)." Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories
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DurAct drug interactions
There are 381 drug interactions with DurAct (bromfenac).
DurAct disease interactions
There are 2 disease interactions with DurAct (bromfenac) which include:
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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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