Indocin Suppository and Retrovir oral/injection
Determining the interaction of Indocin Suppository and Retrovir oral/injection 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:Using zidovudine together with indomethacin may increase the risk of bleeding in HIV-positive patients with hemophilia. However, the interaction is not fully understood, and evidence is limited. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any concerns. 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: Limited clinical data suggest that the concomitant use of zidovudine with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents may increase the risk of hematological toxicity and/or bleeding in HIV-positive patients with hemophilia. The mechanism is unknown.
MANAGEMENT: It is recommended to monitor patients for side effects and bleeding during concomitant use.
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- Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics." O 0
- Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information." O 0
Generic Name: indomethacin
Brand name: Indocin, Indocin SR, Tivorbex
Synonyms: Indocin
Generic Name: zidovudine
Brand name: Retrovir
Synonyms: Retrovir (oral/injection), Retrovir
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.
- Indocin Suppository-Revatio
- Indocin Suppository-Revatio Injection
- Indocin Suppository-Revatio Intravenous
- Indocin Suppository-Revefenacin
- Indocin Suppository-Revefenacin inhalation
- Indocin Suppository-Reversol
- Retrovir oral/injection-Indocin Suspension
- Retrovir oral/injection-Indocyanine Green
- Retrovir oral/injection-Indocyanine green Intravenous
- Retrovir oral/injection-Indomethacin
- Retrovir oral/injection-Indomethacin Capsules
- Retrovir oral/injection-Indomethacin ER