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Abiraterone and Dihydroergotamine injection

Determining the interaction of Abiraterone and Dihydroergotamine injection and the possibility of their joint administration.

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Abiraterone <> Dihydroergotamine injection
Relevance: 25.05.2023 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:

Abiraterone may increase the blood levels and effects of dihydroergotamine, which in some cases can lead to excessive narrowing of blood vessels in the body. This can reduce blood flow to vital organs and increase the risk of rare but serious side effects such as high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke, and gangrene (death of tissues, usually in the arm or leg, that may require surgical amputation). Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. Your doctor may be able to prescribe alternatives that do not interact, or you may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring to safely use both medications. You should seek immediate medical attention if you experience severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, blue or purple discoloration of fingers or toes, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, irregular heartbeat, severe headache, shortness of breath, blurred vision, confusion, and/or slurred speech during treatment with dihydroergotamine. Do not take larger doses or use the medication more frequently than prescribed. 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: Coadministration with inhibitors of CYP450 3A4 may increase the plasma concentrations of ergot derivatives, which are primarily metabolized by the isoenzyme. The interaction has occurred in patients receiving ergotamine or dihydroergotamine with potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitors such as macrolide antibiotics and protease inhibitors. Clinical ergotism has been reported, which can lead to gangrene and myocardial infarction in severe cases. Even small, single doses of ergotamine have resulted in clinically significant interactions, occasionally resulting in surgical amputation or death. No data are available for other, less potent CYP450 3A4 inhibitors.

MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised during concomitant use of ergot derivatives with mild or moderate CYP450 3A4 inhibitors. Patients should be monitored for potential ergot toxicity including peripheral vasospasm, ischemia, thrombosis, tachycardia, and hypertension.

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Abiraterone

Generic Name: abiraterone

Brand name: Yonsa, Zytiga

Synonyms: Abiraterone Acetate

Dihydroergotamine injection

Generic Name: dihydroergotamine

Brand name: DHE. 45, Migranal

Synonyms: Dihydroergotamine (injection), Dihydroergotamine

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