Drug interactions
Argatroban + Prasugrel
Severity: Major
Argatroban and Prasugrel: major interaction.
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Summary
Prasugrel is a potent P2Y12 antiplatelet and argatroban is a direct thrombin inhibitor. Used together they significantly increase the risk of serious bleeding.
What this interaction means in plain words
Argatroban and Prasugrel can interact in a way that may be serious. Using them together is sometimes necessary, but it needs a deliberate decision by the prescriber, a plan for monitoring, and clear advice on the warning signs to watch for.
Argatroban belongs to Cardiovascular; Prasugrel belongs to Cardiovascular.
Why it happens
Additive pharmacodynamic effect from platelet P2Y12 inhibition and thrombin inhibition.
What to do
Use together only when clearly indicated, such as during PCI, and minimize duration. Monitor hemoglobin, aPTT or ACT, and for bleeding.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Does the benefit of taking both outweigh the risk in my case?
- Do I need any blood test, ECG or other check while on both?
- What early warning signs should I watch for, and what should I do if they appear?
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Other interactions of Argatroban
- Argatroban + Defibrotide Contraindicated
- Argatroban + Ketorolac Contraindicated
- Argatroban + Mifepristone Contraindicated
- Abciximab + Argatroban Major
- Acalabrutinib + Argatroban Major
- Acetylsalicylic acid + Argatroban Major
Other interactions of Prasugrel
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Argatroban with Prasugrel?
MediHelp rates the interaction as major. Argatroban and Prasugrel can interact in a way that may be serious. Using them together is sometimes necessary, but it needs a deliberate decision by the prescriber, a plan for monitoring, and clear advice on the warning signs to watch for. Prasugrel is a potent P2Y12 antiplatelet and argatroban is a direct thrombin inhibitor. Used together they significantly increase the risk of serious bleeding.
How serious is the interaction between Argatroban and Prasugrel?
MediHelp rates it major, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Use together only when clearly indicated, such as during PCI, and minimize duration. Monitor hemoglobin, aPTT or ACT, and for bleeding.
What other medicines interact with Argatroban?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Argatroban with, for example, Defibrotide, Ketorolac, Mifepristone. The full list is on the Argatroban page.
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