Drug Interaction Report
2 potential interactions and/or warnings found for the following 2 drugs:
- diflunisal
- divalproex sodium
Interactions between your drugs
diflunisal divalproex sodium
Applies to: diflunisal, divalproex sodium
Before taking diflunisal, tell your doctor if you also use divalproex sodium. You may need dose adjustments or special tests in order to safely take both medications together. Small single doses of diflunisal are unlikely to cause significant effects. However, if you take diflunisal over a prolonged period of time you may need your divalproex sodium levels checked. You should notify your doctor if you have symptoms of fever, weakness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Drug and food interactions
divalproex sodium food
Applies to: divalproex sodium
Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of divalproex sodium such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Some people may also experience impairment in thinking and judgment. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with divalproex sodium. Do not use more than the recommended dose of divalproex sodium, and avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medication affects you. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns.
Therapeutic duplication warnings
No duplication warnings were found for your selected drugs.
Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum.
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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