Amiodarone and Sodium iodide i 131
Determining the interaction of Amiodarone and Sodium iodide i 131 and the possibility of their joint administration.
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 amiodarone with sodium iodide I-131 is not recommended. Using amiodarone together with sodium iodide I-131 can alter the effects of sodium iodide I-131. Contact your doctor when to start and stop therapy with amiodarone so it does not interfere with sodium iodide I-131. 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 your medicines without talking to your doctor first.
Professional:CONTRAINDICATED: Amiodarone may induce iodine overload and hyperthyroidism, resulting in reduced uptake and efficacy of radioactive iodine therapy.
MANAGEMENT: The use of radioactive iodine therapy for the treatment of amiodarone-induced hyperthyroidism is contraindicated by the manufacturer.
- Canadian Pharmacists Association "e-CPS. Available from: URL: http://www.pharmacists.ca/function/Subscriptions/ecps.cfm?link=eCPS_quikLink."
- "Product Information. Cordarone Intravenous (amiodarone)." Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories, Philadelphia, PA.
Generic Name: amiodarone
Brand name: Pacerone, Cordarone, Nexterone
Synonyms: n.a.
Generic Name: sodium iodide-i-131
Brand name:
Synonyms: Sodium iodide i 131 (Oral), Sodium Iodide I131
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.
- Amiodarone-Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules
- Amiodarone-Sodium iodide Oral, Injection, Intravenous
- Amiodarone-Sodium Lactate
- Amiodarone-Sodium Nitrite
- Amiodarone-Sodium nitrite and sodium thiosulfate
- Amiodarone-Sodium nitrite and sodium thiosulfate Intravenous
- Sodium iodide i 131-Amiodarone Hydrochloride
- Sodium iodide i 131-Amiodarone injection
- Sodium iodide i 131-Amiodarone Injection Solution
- Sodium iodide i 131-Amiodarone Intravenous
- Sodium iodide i 131-Amiodarone Intravenous, Oral
- Sodium iodide i 131-Amiodarone Tablets