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Agenerase and Calcium Carbonate and Magnesium Hydroxide Suspension

Determining the interaction of Agenerase and Calcium Carbonate and Magnesium Hydroxide Suspension and the possibility of their joint administration.

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Agenerase <> Calcium Carbonate and Magnesium Hydroxide Suspension
Relevance: 05.11.2022 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 calcium carbonate together with amprenavir may decrease the effects of amprenavir. Amprenavir should be administered at least 1 hour before or after calcium carbonate. 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:

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Concurrent administration of antacids or other agents with acid-neutralizing effects may decrease the oral bioavailability of amprenavir and reduce its concentrations in plasma. Amprenavir solubility decreases with increasing pH, thus reduction in gastric acidity may interfere with dissolution of the drug. Subtherapeutic antiretroviral drug levels may lead to reduced viral susceptibility and development of resistance. In contrast, the prodrug fosamprenavir appears to be less affected by antacids. Administration of a single 1400 mg dose with 30 mL of antacid (Maalox TC) resulted in decreased peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and area under the concentration-time curve (AUC) of amprenavir by 35% and 18%, respectively. However, trough plasma concentration (Cmin) increased by 14%.

MANAGEMENT: Amprenavir should be administered at least 1 hour before or after antacids or other oral preparations containing antacids (e.g., didanosine buffered tablets or pediatric oral solution).

References
  • "Product Information. Agenerase (amprenavir)." Glaxo Wellcome, Research Triangle Pk, NC.
  • "Product Information. Lexiva (fosamprenavir)." GlaxoSmithKline, Research Triangle Park, NC.
Agenerase

Generic Name: amprenavir

Brand name:

Synonyms: n.a.

Calcium Carbonate and Magnesium Hydroxide Suspension

Generic Name: calcium carbonate / magnesium hydroxide

Brand name: Mi-Acid Double Strength, Mylanta Supreme, Rolaids, Fast Acting Mylanta, Mylanta Ultra, Mylanta Gelcap, Rolaids Extra Strength, Masanti Supreme

Synonyms: Calcium carbonate and magnesium hydroxide

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.