Carbamazepine Extended-Release Capsules (Carbatrol) and Suprax

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 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.

The concomitant administration of cefixime may increase carbamazepine serum concentrations. The mechanism and clinical significance are unknown. Until more information is available, monitoring of carbamazepine levels may be helpful in detecting a possible interaction. Patients should be advised to report possible symptoms of carbamazepine toxicity (nausea, visual disturbances, dizziness, or ataxia).

Carbamazepine Extended-Release Capsules (Carbatrol)

Generic Name: carbamazepine

Brand name: Carbatrol, Epitol, Equetro, Tegretol, Tegretol XR, Tegretol, Tegretol XR

Synonyms: Carbamazepine, CarBAMazepine

What is Carbamazepine Extended-Release Capsules (Carbatrol)?

Suprax

Generic Name: cefixime

Brand name: Suprax

Synonyms: n.a.

What is Suprax?