Drug Interaction Report
1 potential interaction and/or warning found for the following 2 drugs:
- amikacin
- valacyclovir
Interactions between your drugs
amikacin valACYclovir
Applies to: amikacin, valacyclovir
MONITOR: The concurrent use of valacyclovir with other nephrotoxic drugs may increase the risk of renal toxicity. Patients who are elderly, debilitated, dehydrated, or who have preexisting renal dysfunction may have a higher risk of developing adverse reactions. Cases of acute renal failure have been reported.
MANAGEMENT: Close clinical and laboratory monitoring of renal function and drug serum concentrations (if clinically appropriate) is recommended.
References (2)
- (2001) "Product Information. Valtrex (valacyclovir)." Glaxo Wellcome
- Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
Drug and food/lifestyle interactions
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Therapeutic duplication warnings
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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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