Drug interactions
Aluminum hydroxide + Nebivolol
Severity: Minor
Aluminum hydroxide and Nebivolol: minor interaction.
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Summary
A reduction in nebivolol absorption by antacids is theoretically possible, but there is little supporting evidence. Any clinical effect is expected to be small.
What this interaction means in plain words
Aluminum hydroxide and Nebivolol have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Aluminum hydroxide belongs to Gastrointestinal Tract; Nebivolol belongs to Cardiovascular.
Why it happens
Possible adsorption or binding in the gut lumen reducing absorption; this is extrapolated from other beta-blockers.
What to do
Separate dosing by about 2 hours. Monitor heart rate and blood pressure if antacids are used regularly.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Other interactions of Aluminum hydroxide
Other interactions of Nebivolol
- Acebutolol + Nebivolol Major
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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Aluminum hydroxide with Nebivolol?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Aluminum hydroxide and Nebivolol have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. A reduction in nebivolol absorption by antacids is theoretically possible, but there is little supporting evidence. Any clinical effect is expected to be small.
How serious is the interaction between Aluminum hydroxide and Nebivolol?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Separate dosing by about 2 hours. Monitor heart rate and blood pressure if antacids are used regularly.
What other medicines interact with Aluminum hydroxide?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Aluminum hydroxide with, for example, Ciprofloxacin, Deferasirox, Dolutegravir. The full list is on the Aluminum hydroxide page.
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