Sapropterin Powder for Oral Solution and Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim Suspension
Determining the interaction of Sapropterin Powder for Oral Solution and Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim Suspension 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:Trimethoprim may decrease the effects of sapropterin. You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor to safely use both medications. Contact your doctor if your condition changes during treatment with these medications. 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: Drugs that affect folate metabolism may reduce the efficacy of sapropterin, which is a synthetic form of tetrahydrobiopterin (BH4). Folate antagonists can decrease tetrahydrobiopterin (BH4) levels by inhibiting the enzyme dihydropteridine reductase.
MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised if sapropterin is used in combination with folate antagonists. The potential for diminished pharmacologic effects of sapropterin should be considered.
- "Product Information. Kuvan (sapropterin)." BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc, Novato, CA.
Generic Name: sapropterin
Brand name: Kuvan
Synonyms: Sapropterin
Generic Name: sulfamethoxazole / trimethoprim
Brand name: Bactrim, Bactrim DS, Bactrim IV, Septra IV, SMZ-TMP DS, Sulfatrim Pediatric, Septra, Sulfatrim, Bethaprim, Cotrim, Uroplus, Uroplus DS, Cotrim DS, Bactrim Pediatric, Bethaprim Pediatric, Sulfatrim Suspension, Cotrim Pediatric, Septra DS
Synonyms: Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim
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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