Phytonadione oral/injection and Questran Light
Determining the interaction of Phytonadione oral/injection and Questran Light 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:Cholestyramine may interfere with the absorption of phytonadione. You should take phytonadione at least 1 hour before or 4 to 6 hours after cholestyramine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions on how to take these or other medications you are prescribed. 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:ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Cholestyramine may impair the absorption of oral vitamin K.
MANAGEMENT: If oral vitamin K is given concurrently, it should be taken at least 1 hour before or 4 to 6 hours after cholestyramine.
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Generic Name: phytonadione
Brand name: Aquamephyton, Konakion, Mephyton, Vitamin K1
Synonyms: Phytonadione (oral/injection), Phytonadione
Generic Name: cholestyramine
Brand name: Prevalite, Questran, Questran Light, Cholestyramine Light, Locholest, Locholest Light, Questran Light Packets, Prevalite Packets, Questran Packets
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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