Dehydrated Alcohol and Visudyne

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.

Using ethanol together with verteporfin may decrease the effects of verteporfin. Contact your doctor if your condition changes. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special test 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.

MONITOR: Drugs that quench active oxygen species or scavenge radicals are expected to decrease the therapeutic effect of verteporfin.

MANAGEMENT: The clinician should carefully assess the patient for desired benefits and risks before beginning verteporfin therapy.

Dehydrated Alcohol

Generic Name: ethanol

Brand name: Ablysinol

Synonyms: n.a.

What is Dehydrated Alcohol?

Visudyne

Generic Name: verteporfin

Brand name: Visudyne

Synonyms: n.a.

What is Visudyne?