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Pepcid AC Chewable Tablets and Triamterene Capsules

Determining the interaction of Pepcid AC Chewable Tablets and Triamterene Capsules and the possibility of their joint administration.

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Pepcid AC Chewable Tablets <> Triamterene Capsules

Relevance: 28.10.2022 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:

Ranitidine, famotidine, and nizatidine may interfere with the absorption of triamterene. The diuretic effect of triamterene may be decreased when it is taken with any of these drugs. No special precaution appears necessary.

References

Muirhead M, Bochner F, Somogyi A "Pharmacokinetic drug interactions between triamterene and ranitidine in humans: alterations in renal and hepatic clearances and gastrointestinal absorption." J Pharmacol Exp Ther 244 (1988): 734-9

Pepcid AC Chewable Tablets

Generic Name: famotidine

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

Synonyms: n.a.

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Triamterene Capsules

Generic Name: triamterene

Brand name: Dyrenium

Synonyms: Triamterene

What is Triamterene Capsules?

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