Aripiprazole ODT and Pepcid AC Chewable Tablets
Determining the interaction of Aripiprazole ODT and Pepcid AC Chewable Tablets 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 famotidine together with ARIPiprazole can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious and potentially life-threatening, although it is a relatively rare side effect. You may be more susceptible if you have a heart condition called congenital long QT syndrome, other cardiac diseases, conduction abnormalities, or electrolyte disturbances (for example, magnesium or potassium loss due to severe or prolonged diarrhea or vomiting). Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations during treatment with these medications, whether together or alone. 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: Famotidine may cause QTc prolongation. Theoretically, coadministration with other agents that can prolong the QT interval may result in additive effects and increased risk of ventricular arrhythmias including torsade de pointes and sudden death. According to the manufacturer, prolongation of the QT interval has been reported very rarely in patients with impaired renal function whose dose/dosing interval of famotidine may not have been adjusted appropriately. In general, the risk of an individual agent or a combination of these agents causing ventricular arrhythmia in association with QT prolongation is largely unpredictable but may be increased by certain underlying risk factors such as congenital long QT syndrome, cardiac disease, and electrolyte disturbances (e.g., hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia). In addition, the extent of drug-induced QT prolongation is dependent on the particular drug(s) involved and dosage(s) of the drug(s).
MANAGEMENT: Caution and clinical monitoring are recommended if famotidine is used in combination with other drugs that can prolong the QT interval. Patients should be advised to seek prompt medical attention if they experience symptoms that could indicate the occurrence of torsade de pointes such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, palpitation, irregular heart rhythm, shortness of breath, or syncope.
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Generic Name: aripiprazole
Brand name: Abilify, Abilify Discmelt, Abilify Maintena, Aristada, Abilify MyCite, Aristada Initio
Synonyms: Aripiprazole, ARIPiprazole
Generic Name: famotidine
Brand name: Pepcid AC Chewable Tablets, Pepcid, Heartburn Relief, Pepcid AC, Pepcid AC Maximum Strength, Pepcid Oral Suspension
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.
- Aripiprazole ODT-Pepcid AC Maximum Strength
- Aripiprazole ODT-Pepcid Complete
- Aripiprazole ODT-Pepcid Oral Suspension
- Aripiprazole ODT-Peptic Relief
- Aripiprazole ODT-Pepto-Bismol
- Aripiprazole ODT-Pepto-Bismol (Bismuth Subsalicylate Chewable Tablets)
- Pepcid AC Chewable Tablets-Aripiprazole Oral Solution
- Pepcid AC Chewable Tablets-Aripiprazole Orally Disintegrating Tablets
- Pepcid AC Chewable Tablets-Aripiprazole Tablets
- Pepcid AC Chewable Tablets-Aripiprazole Tablets with Sensor
- Pepcid AC Chewable Tablets-Aripiprazole, ARIPiprazole Lauroxil
- Pepcid AC Chewable Tablets-Aristada