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Amphojel and Caduet

Determining the interaction of Amphojel and Caduet and the possibility of their joint administration.

Check result:
Amphojel <> Caduet
Relevance: 21.05.2022 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:

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:

The manufacturer reports that the coadministration of atorvastatin and Maalox TC (aluminum hydroxide-magnesium hydroxide) led to 35% decrease in plasma concentrations of atorvastatin. However, LDL-C reduction was not altered. The mechanism is unknown, but may be due to a chelation effect. The clinician may want to monitor the patient more closely for a decreased antihyperlipidemic effect.

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

Generic Name: aluminum hydroxide

Brand name: Amphojel, Alu-Cap, Dialume, Alu-Tab, Alternagel, Aloh-Gel

Synonyms: n.a.

Caduet

Generic Name: amlodipine / atorvastatin

Brand name: Caduet

Synonyms: n.a.

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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