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Abelcet and Zidovudine Intravenous

Determining the interaction of Abelcet and Zidovudine Intravenous and the possibility of their joint administration.

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Abelcet <> Zidovudine Intravenous

Relevance: 27.11.2023 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.

Consumer:

Using zidovudine together with amphotericin B lipid complex may lead to increased side effects. Contact your doctor if you experience fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms, pale skin, easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness, urinating more or less than usual, muscle pain or weakness, fast or uneven heart rate, feeling light-headed, or fainting. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special test to safely use both medications. 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.

Professional:

MONITOR: Concomitant administration of zidovudine and amphotericin B lipid complex has increased myelotoxicity and nephrotoxicity in animals. Theoretically, this interaction might occur with other amphotericin B drugs.

MANAGEMENT: If these drugs are used together, the patient's renal and hematologic function should be closely monitored.

References

"Product Information. Abelcet (amphotericin B)." Liposome Company Inc, The, Princeton, NJ.

Abelcet

Generic Name: amphotericin b lipid complex

Brand name: Abelcet

Synonyms: n.a.

What is Abelcet?

Zidovudine Intravenous

Generic Name: zidovudine

Brand name: Retrovir

Synonyms: Zidovudine (oral/injection), Zidovudine

What is Zidovudine Intravenous?

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In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.

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