Novasal and Alcohol/Food Interactions
There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with Novasal (magnesium salicylate).
Magnesium Salicylate 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
Novasal drug interactions
There are 286 drug interactions with Novasal (magnesium salicylate).
Novasal disease interactions
There are 9 disease interactions with Novasal (magnesium salicylate) which include:
- GI toxicity
- renal dysfunction
- Reye's syndrome
- hypermagnesemia
- anemia
- coagulation
- dialysis
- G-6-PD deficiency
- hepatotoxicity
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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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