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Amlodipine and Atorvastatin Tablets and Colestipol Suspension

Determining the interaction of Amlodipine and Atorvastatin Tablets and Colestipol Suspension and the possibility of their joint administration.

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Amlodipine and Atorvastatin Tablets <> Colestipol Suspension

Relevance: 13.05.2023 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:

Consumer information for this minor interaction is not currently available. Some minor drug interactions may not be clinically relevant in all patients. Minor drug interactions do not usually cause harm or require a change in therapy. However, your healthcare provider can determine if adjustments to your medications are needed.

Professional:

Colestipol has been shown to decrease plasma concentrations of atorvastatin by approximately 25% when coadministered. However, there was a synergistic effect in LDL-C reduction. The mechanism of the interaction has not been described. No action appears necessary.

References

"Product Information. Lipitor (atorvastatin)." Parke-Davis, Morris Plains, NJ.

Amlodipine and Atorvastatin Tablets

Generic Name: amlodipine / atorvastatin

Brand name: Caduet

Synonyms: Amlodipine and atorvastatin, Amlodipine and Atorvastatin

What is Amlodipine and Atorvastatin Tablets?

Colestipol Suspension

Generic Name: colestipol

Brand name: Colestid, Colestid Flavored

Synonyms: Colestipol

What is Colestipol Suspension?

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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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