Aleve PM and Alcohol/Food Interactions
There are 5 alcohol/food/lifestyle interactions with Aleve PM (diphenhydramine / naproxen).
Naproxen Alcohol (Ethanol)
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
- (2002) "Product Information. Motrin (ibuprofen)." Pharmacia and Upjohn
Diphenhydramine Alcohol (Ethanol)
Moderate Drug Interaction
GENERALLY AVOID: Use of anticholinergic agents with alcohol may result in sufficient impairment of attention so as to render driving and operating machinery more hazardous. In addition, the potential for abuse may be increased with the combination. The mechanism of interaction is not established but may involve additive depressant effects on the central nervous system. No effect of oral propantheline or atropine on blood alcohol levels was observed in healthy volunteers when administered before ingestion of a standard ethanol load. However, one study found impairment of attention in subjects given atropine 0.5 mg or glycopyrrolate 1 mg in combination with alcohol.
MANAGEMENT: Alcohol should generally be avoided during therapy with anticholinergic agents. Patients should be counseled to avoid activities requiring mental alertness until they know how these agents affect them.
References
- Linnoila M (1973) "Drug effects on psychomotor skills related to driving: interaction of atropine, glycopyrrhonium and alcohol." Eur J Clin Pharmacol, 6, p. 107-12
Naproxen High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility
NSAIDs - fluid retention
Fluid retention and edema have been reported in association with the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Therapy with NSAIDs should be administered cautiously in patients with preexisting fluid retention, hypertension, or a history of heart failure. Blood pressure and cardiovascular status should be monitored closely during the initiation of NSAID treatment and throughout the course of therapy.
References
- (2002) "Product Information. Motrin (ibuprofen)." Pharmacia and Upjohn
- (2002) "Product Information. Nalfon (fenoprofen)." Xspire Pharma
- (2002) "Product Information. Indocin (indomethacin)." Merck & Co., Inc
- (2002) "Product Information. Orudis (ketoprofen)." Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories
- (2002) "Product Information. Naprosyn (naproxen)." Syntex Laboratories Inc
- (2006) "Product Information. Anaprox (naproxen)." Roche Laboratories
- (2001) "Product Information. Clinoril (sulindac)." Merck & Co., Inc
- (2001) "Product Information. Tolectin (tolmetin)." McNeil Pharmaceutical
- (2001) "Product Information. Relafen (nabumetone)." SmithKline Beecham
- (2001) "Product Information. Feldene (piroxicam)." Pfizer U.S. Pharmaceuticals
- (2001) "Product Information. Ansaid (flurbiprofen)." Pharmacia and Upjohn
- (2001) "Product Information. Lodine (etodolac)." Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories
- (2001) "Product Information. Daypro (oxaprozin)." Searle
- (2001) "Product Information. Mobic (meloxicam)." Boehringer-Ingelheim
Naproxen High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility
naproxen - sodium
Anaprox and Anaprox DS (brands of naproxen sodium) contain 25 mg and 50 mg of sodium per tablet (approximately 1 mEq/250 mg naproxen), respectively, and Naprosyn suspension contains 39 mg per teaspoonful (approximately 1.5 mEq/125 mg naproxen). The sodium content should be considered when these products are used in patients with conditions that may require sodium restriction, such as congestive heart failure, hypertension, and fluid retention.
References
- (2002) "Product Information. Naprosyn (naproxen)." Syntex Laboratories Inc
- (2006) "Product Information. Anaprox (naproxen)." Roche Laboratories
Naproxen High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility
NSAIDs - hypertension
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including topicals, can lead to new onset of hypertension or worsening of preexisting hypertension, either of which can contribute to the increased incidence of cardiovascular events. NSAIDs should be used with caution in patients with hypertension. Blood pressure should be monitored closely during the initiation of NSAID therapy and throughout the course of therapy.
References
- (2002) "Product Information. Indocin (indomethacin)." Merck & Co., Inc
- (2002) "Product Information. Naprosyn (naproxen)." Syntex Laboratories Inc
- (2001) "Product Information. Voltaren (diclofenac)." Novartis Pharmaceuticals
- (2001) "Product Information. Relafen (nabumetone)." SmithKline Beecham
- (2001) "Product Information. Feldene (piroxicam)." Pfizer U.S. Pharmaceuticals
- (2001) "Product Information. Dolobid (diflunisal)." Merck & Co., Inc
- (2001) "Product Information. Ansaid (flurbiprofen)." Pharmacia and Upjohn
- (2001) "Product Information. Lodine (etodolac)." Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories
- (2001) "Product Information. Daypro (oxaprozin)." Searle
- (2001) "Product Information. Celebrex (celecoxib)." Searle
- (2012) "Product Information. Meclofenamate Sodium (meclofenamate)." Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc
- (2016) "Product Information. Flector Patch (diclofenac topical)." Actavis U.S. (Alpharma USPD)
Aleve PM drug interactions
There are 781 drug interactions with Aleve PM (diphenhydramine / naproxen).
Aleve PM disease interactions
There are 21 disease interactions with Aleve PM (diphenhydramine / naproxen) which include:
- depression
- asthma
- fluid retention
- GI toxicity
- rash
- renal toxicities
- thrombosis
- anticholinergic effects
- asthma/COPD
- cardiovascular
- renal/liver disease
- glaucoma
- liver disease
- resp depression
- sodium
- anemia
- heart failure
- hepatotoxicity
- hyperkalemia
- hypertension
- platelet aggregation inhibition
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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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