Doxylamine and Pseudoephedrine Liquid and Levothyroxine Tablets
Determining the interaction of Doxylamine and Pseudoephedrine Liquid and Levothyroxine Tablets and the possibility of their joint administration.
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:Talk to your doctor before using levothyroxine together with pseudoephedrine. Combining these medications may increase the risk of cardiovascular side effects such as high blood pressure, palpitation, chest pain, and irregular heart beat. If you have preexisting heart disease, your condition may worsen. 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.
Professional:MONITOR: The concomitant use of thyroid hormones, especially large doses, with sympathomimetic drugs may potentiate sympathomimetic effects and increase the risk of cardiac insufficiency in patients who have coronary artery disease.
MANAGEMENT: Monitoring for increased sympathomimetic effects and cardiac function may be advisable.
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Generic Name: doxylamine / pseudoephedrine
Brand name: Lortuss LQ
Synonyms: Doxylamine and pseudoephedrine
Generic Name: levothyroxine
Brand name: Levoxyl, Synthroid, Tirosint, Unithroid, Euthyrox, Levothroid, Tirosint-Sol
Synonyms: Levothyroxine
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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