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Xopenex HFA and Zicam Sinus Relief

Determining the interaction of Xopenex HFA and Zicam Sinus Relief and the possibility of their joint administration.

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Xopenex HFA <> Zicam Sinus Relief
Relevance: 07.01.2023 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:

Using oxymetazoline nasal together with levalbuterol may increase cardiovascular side effects such as elevations in heart rate and blood pressure or irregular heart rhythm. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns, particularly if you have a history of high blood pressure, arrhythmia, or heart disease. Your doctor may be able to prescribe alternatives that do not interact, or you may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring to safely use both 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: Coadministration of beta-2 adrenergic agonists with other adrenergic agents may potentiate the risk of cardiovascular side effects. Beta-2 adrenergic agonists can produce clinically significant cardiovascular effects including increases in pulse rate and systolic or diastolic blood pressure as well as ECG changes such as flattening of the T wave, prolongation of the QTc interval, and ST segment depression. The risk is lower when beta-2 adrenergic agonists are inhaled at normally recommended dosages. However, these effects may be more common when the drugs are administered systemically or when recommended dosages are exceeded.

MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised if beta-2 adrenergic agonists are used concomitantly with other adrenergic agents, particularly in patients with cardiovascular disorders such as coronary insufficiency, cardiac arrhythmias, hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy, or hypertension. Blood pressure and heart rate should be closely monitored.

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Xopenex HFA

Generic Name: levalbuterol

Brand name: Xopenex, Xopenex Concentrate, Xopenex HFA

Synonyms: n.a.

Zicam Sinus Relief

Generic Name: oxymetazoline nasal

Brand name: 12 Hour Nasal, Afrin, Afrin No Drip Sinus, Allerest 12 Hour Nasal Spray, Dristan 12-Hour, Duramist Plus, Duration, Mucinex Full Force, Mucinex Moisture Smart, Nasal Mist, Neo-Synephrine 12 Hour, Nostrilla, NRS Nasal, Sinarest Nasal, Sinex Long-Acting, Sudafed OM Sinus Cold, Zicam Extreme Congestion Relief, Zicam Sinus Relief, 12 Hour Decongestant, 12 Hour Nasal Decongestant, 12 Hour Nasal Relief Spray, 12 Hour Nasal Spray, Afrin 12 Hour, NTZ Long Acting Nasal, Genasal, Oxymeta-12, Twice-A-Day, Oxyfrin, Afrin Nasal Sinus, Four-Way Nasal Spray, Neo-Synephrine 12 Hour Extra Moisturizing, Afrin No Drip Severe Congestion, Afrin Pump Mist, Afrin Extra Moisturizing, Afrin Severe Congestion, Afrin Severe Congestion NoDrip, Afrin NoDrip Extra Moisturizing, Afrin All Night NoDrip, Sudafed OM Sinus Congestion, Sinex 12 Hour Moisturizing, Sinex 12 Hour, Sinex 12 Hour Ultra Fine Mist, Mucinex Sinus-Max Moisture Smart, Sinex Moisturizing Ultra Fine Mist, Sinex Severe Ultra Fine Mist, Sinex Severe

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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