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Dofetilide and Tegretol

Determining the interaction of Dofetilide and Tegretol and the possibility of their joint administration.

Check result:
Dofetilide <> Tegretol
Relevance: 14.07.2022 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:

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.

Professional:

Dofetilide is metabolized to a small extent by CYP450 3A4 microsomal enzymes in the liver. The clinician should be aware of the potential for an interaction when dofetilide is used in combination with another medication that induces CYP450 3A4. When concomitant therapy is required, the manufacturer recommends monitoring the patient for alterations in therapeutic effect. Dosage modifications may be necessary.

References
  • "Product Information. Tikosyn (dofetilide)" Pfizer US Pharmaceuticals, Atlanta, GA.
Dofetilide

Generic Name: dofetilide

Brand name: Tikosyn

Synonyms: n.a.

Tegretol

Generic Name: carbamazepine

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

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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