Drug interactions
Armodafinil + Diamorphine
Severity: Minor
Armodafinil and Diamorphine: minor interaction.
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Summary
Armodafinil may blunt the drowsiness caused by diamorphine but does not counteract its respiratory depression. Apparent alertness could give a false sense of safety.
What this interaction means in plain words
Armodafinil and Diamorphine 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
Opposing effects on arousal; no antagonism of opioid respiratory depression.
What to do
Monitor respiratory rate and oxygen saturation rather than relying on alertness when titrating diamorphine.
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 Armodafinil with Diamorphine?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Armodafinil and Diamorphine have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Armodafinil may blunt the drowsiness caused by diamorphine but does not counteract its respiratory depression. Apparent alertness could give a false sense of safety.
How serious is the interaction between Armodafinil and Diamorphine?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Monitor respiratory rate and oxygen saturation rather than relying on alertness when titrating diamorphine.
What other medicines interact with Armodafinil?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Armodafinil with, for example, Avapritinib, Elacestrant, Elbasvir / grazoprevir. The full list is on the Armodafinil page.
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