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Cardizem LA and Microgestin Fe 1/20

Determining the interaction of Cardizem LA and Microgestin Fe 1/20 and the possibility of their joint administration.

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Cardizem LA <> Microgestin Fe 1/20
Relevance: 27.08.2022 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:

DilTIAZem may increase the blood levels and effects of ethinyl estradiol. You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor to safely use both medications. Contact your doctor if your condition changes or you experience increased side effects. 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: Coadministration with diltiazem may increase the plasma concentrations of drugs that are substrates of the CYP450 3A4 isoenzyme. The mechanism is decreased clearance due to inhibition of CYP450 3A4 activity by diltiazem.

MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised if diltiazem must be used concomitantly with medications that undergo metabolism by CYP450 3A4, particularly those with a narrow therapeutic range. Dosage adjustments as well as clinical and laboratory monitoring may be appropriate for some drugs whenever diltiazem is added to or withdrawn from therapy.

References
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  • Sutton D, Butler AM, Nadin L, Murray M "Role of CYP3A4 in human hepatic diltiazem N-demethylation: inhibition of CYP3A4 activity by oxidized diltiazem metabolites." J Pharmacol Exp Ther 282 (1997): 294-300
  • Abernethy DR, Egan JM, Dickinson TH, Carrum G "Substrate-selective inhibition by verapamil and diltiazem: differential disposition of antipyrine and theophylline in humans." J Pharmacol Exp Ther 244 (1988): 994-9
  • Varis T, Backman JT, Kivisto KT, Neuvonen PJ "Diltiazem and mibefradil increase the plasma concentrations and greatly enhance the adrenal-suppressant effect of oral methylprednisolone." Clin Pharmacol Ther 67 (2000): 215-21
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Cardizem LA

Generic Name: diltiazem

Brand name: Cardizem LA, Cardizem, Cartia XT, Dilacor XR, Dilt-CD, Diltia XT, Diltzac, Matzim LA, Taztia XT, Tiazac, Cardizem CD, Dilt-XR, Tiazac, Tiazac Extended Release Capsules

Synonyms: n.a.

Microgestin Fe 1/20

Generic Name: ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone

Brand name: Blisovi 24 Fe, Blisovi Fe 15/30, Blisovi Fe 1/20, Estrostep Fe, Gildess 24 Fe, Gildess Fe 15/30, Gildess Fe 1/20, Junel Fe 15/30, Junel Fe 1/20, Junel Fe 24, Larin 24 Fe, Larin Fe 15/30, Larin Fe 1/20, Lo Loestrin Fe, Loestrin 24 Fe, Loestrin Fe 15/30, Loestrin Fe 1/20, Lomedia 24 Fe, Microgestin 24 Fe, Microgestin Fe 15/30, Microgestin Fe 1/20, Tarina Fe 1/20, Taytulla, Tilia Fe, Tri-Legest Fe, Blisovi 24 Fe, Femcon Fe, Kaitlib FE, Lo Minastrin Fe, Microgestin 24 Fe, Norinyl 1+35, Ortho-Novum 7/7/7, Tri-Norinyl, Zenchent, femhrt 05 mg/25 mcg, Fyavolv, Jevantique Lo, Jinteli, Femcon Fe, Generess FE, Loestrin 1/20, Ovcon 35, Brevicon

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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