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Prozac Weekly and Valium

Determining the interaction of Prozac Weekly and Valium and the possibility of their joint administration.

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Prozac Weekly <> Valium

Relevance: 18.12.2022 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:

Before taking diazePAM, tell your doctor if you also use FLUoxetine. You may need dose adjustments or special tests in order to safely take both medications together. Notify your physician if you have symptoms of drowsiness, dizziness, or confusion. Avoid driving until you know how these medications will affect you. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using your medications without first talking to your doctor first.

Professional:

MONITOR: Several studies have suggested that the effects of benzodiazepines, particularly their effects on psychomotor performance, may be increased by fluoxetine. The mechanism may be related to additive CNS depressant effects and/or inhibition of CYP450 2C19 and/or 3A4 benzodiazepine metabolism by fluoxetine. The clinical implications are uncertain, but effects may be more pronounced in the elderly.

MANAGEMENT: Patients should be monitored for excessive CNS depression and psychomotor impairment. Dose reductions may be required. Ambulatory patients should be made aware of the possibility of additive CNS effects (e.g., drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, confusion) and counseled to avoid activities requiring mental alertness until they know how these agents affect them. Patients should also be advised to notify their physician if they experience excessive or prolonged CNS effects that interfere with their normal activities.

References

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Prozac Weekly

Generic Name: fluoxetine

Brand name: Prozac, Prozac Weekly, Sarafem, PROzac Pulvules, Rapiflux, Selfemra

Synonyms: n.a.

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Valium

Generic Name: diazepam

Brand name: Valium, Diastat, Diastat AcuDial, Diastat Pediatric, Diazepam Intensol, Zetran

Synonyms: n.a.

What is Valium?

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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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