Drug interactions
Aripiprazole + Phenylephrine po
Severity: Minor
Aripiprazole and Phenylephrine po: minor interaction.
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Summary
Oral phenylephrine is a weak alpha-agonist decongestant, and aripiprazole's alpha-1 blockade could slightly blunt its pressor effect. Clinical significance is minimal at usual doses.
What this interaction means in plain words
Aripiprazole and Phenylephrine po 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
Alpha-1 antagonism by aripiprazole opposing phenylephrine agonism.
What to do
No routine action is needed for occasional decongestant use. Monitor blood pressure if 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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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Aripiprazole with Phenylephrine po?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Aripiprazole and Phenylephrine po have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Oral phenylephrine is a weak alpha-agonist decongestant, and aripiprazole's alpha-1 blockade could slightly blunt its pressor effect. Clinical significance is minimal at usual doses.
How serious is the interaction between Aripiprazole and Phenylephrine po?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: No routine action is needed for occasional decongestant use. Monitor blood pressure if used regularly.
What other medicines interact with Aripiprazole?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Aripiprazole with, for example, Pimozide, Thioridazine, Amisulpride. The full list is on the Aripiprazole page.
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