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Famotidine Oral Suspension and Fosamax Plus D

Determining the interaction of Famotidine Oral Suspension and Fosamax Plus D and the possibility of their joint administration.

Check result:
Famotidine Oral Suspension <> Fosamax Plus D
Relevance: 09.04.2023 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:

Coadministration of alendronate and intravenous ranitidine has been shown to double the bioavailability of alendronate. The clinical significance of this increased bioavailability is unknown, as are the effects of oral and other intravenous H2-antagonists.

References
  • "Product Information. Fosamax (alendronate)." Merck & Co, Inc, West Point, PA.
Famotidine Oral Suspension

Generic Name: famotidine

Brand name: Pepcid, Heartburn Relief, Pepcid AC, Pepcid AC Maximum Strength, Pepcid AC Chewable Tablets, Pepcid Oral Suspension

Synonyms: Famotidine

Fosamax Plus D

Generic Name: alendronate / cholecalciferol

Brand name: Fosamax Plus D

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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