Drug interactions
Aminohippurate + Piroxicam
Severity: Minor
Aminohippurate and Piroxicam: minor interaction.
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Summary
Aminohippurate is used as a diagnostic agent for renal plasma flow, and organic anion competition by NSAIDs can alter its tubular secretion. This may lead to an inaccurate measurement of renal plasma flow.
What this interaction means in plain words
Aminohippurate and Piroxicam have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Why it happens
Competition for organic anion transporters in the renal proximal tubule.
What to do
Be aware that NSAIDs may affect test results; consider withholding piroxicam before the test if accuracy is critical.
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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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Aminohippurate with Piroxicam?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Aminohippurate and Piroxicam have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Aminohippurate is used as a diagnostic agent for renal plasma flow, and organic anion competition by NSAIDs can alter its tubular secretion. This may lead to an inaccurate measurement of renal plasma flow.
How serious is the interaction between Aminohippurate and Piroxicam?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Be aware that NSAIDs may affect test results; consider withholding piroxicam before the test if accuracy is critical.
What other medicines interact with Piroxicam?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Piroxicam with, for example, Ketorolac intranasal, Ketorolac, Aceclofenac. The full list is on the Piroxicam page.
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