Brintellix and Quinidex Extentabs

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.

QuiNIDine may increase the blood levels and effects of vortioxetine. You may be more likely to experience side effects, including a rare but serious condition called the serotonin syndrome, which may include symptoms such as confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Severe cases may result in coma and even death. Contact your doctor if you experience increased side effects or your condition changes during treatment with these medications. You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor 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.

ADJUST DOSE: Coadministration with potent inhibitors of CYP450 2D6 may significantly increase the plasma concentrations of vortioxetine, which is primarily metabolized by the isoenzyme. According to the product labeling, administration of vortioxetine with the potent CYP450 2D6 inhibitor bupropion resulted in greater than 2-fold increases in vortioxetine peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) compared to administration of vortioxetine alone. High plasma levels of vortioxetine may potentiate the risk of serotonin syndrome, which is a rare but serious and potentially fatal condition thought to result from hyperstimulation of brainstem 5-HT1A and 2A receptors. Symptoms of the serotonin syndrome may include mental status changes such as irritability, altered consciousness, confusion, hallucination, and coma; autonomic dysfunction such as tachycardia, hyperthermia, diaphoresis, shivering, blood pressure lability, and mydriasis; neuromuscular abnormalities such as hyperreflexia, myoclonus, tremor, rigidity, and ataxia; and gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal cramping, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

MANAGEMENT: The dosage of vortioxetine should be reduced by one-half when used in combination with potent CYP450 2D6 inhibitors such as bupropion, cinacalcet, fluoxetine, paroxetine, quinidine, ritonavir, and terbinafine. Following discontinuation of the potent CYP450 2D6 inhibitor, vortioxetine dosage should be returned to the original level. Since fluoxetine and paroxetine are also selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, additive serotonergic effects with vortioxetine should be considered, and concomitant use avoided if possible.

Brintellix

Generic Name: vortioxetine

Brand name: Trintellix, Brintellix

Synonyms: Trintellix

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Quinidex Extentabs

Generic Name: quinidine

Brand name: Quin-G, Cardioquin, Quinora, Quinidex Extentabs, Quinaglute Dura-Tabs, Quin-Release

Synonyms: n.a.

What is Quinidex Extentabs?