Irbesartan and Nifedipine Extended-Release Tablets
Determining the interaction of Irbesartan and Nifedipine Extended-Release 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: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:In vitro studies have shown significant inhibition of the formation of oxidized irbesartan metabolites when given concomitantly with the known 2C9 substrate/inhibitors tolbutamide and nifedipine. However, in clinical studies, the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of irbesartan were not significantly affected. No special precautions appear necessary.
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Generic Name: nifedipine
Brand name: Adalat CC, Afeditab CR, Nifediac CC, Nifedical XL, Procardia, Procardia XL, Adalat
Synonyms: Nifedipine, NIFEdipine
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.
- Irbesartan-Niferex
- Irbesartan-Niferex Elixir
- Irbesartan-Night Cast R Topical
- Irbesartan-Night Cast S Topical
- Irbesartan-Night Time Cold/Flu
- Irbesartan-Night Time Pain
- Nifedipine Extended-Release Tablets-Irbesartan and Hydrochlorothiazide
- Nifedipine Extended-Release Tablets-Ircon
- Nifedipine Extended-Release Tablets-Irenka
- Nifedipine Extended-Release Tablets-Iressa
- Nifedipine Extended-Release Tablets-Iressa Oral
- Nifedipine Extended-Release Tablets-Irinotecan