Drug interactions
Bazedoxifene-conjugated estrogens + Cefamandole
Severity: Minor
Bazedoxifene-conjugated estrogens and Cefamandole: minor interaction.
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Summary
Antibiotics were once thought to reduce estrogen enterohepatic recycling by altering gut flora. Evidence of a clinically meaningful effect is weak and any reduction in estrogen exposure is probably small.
What this interaction means in plain words
Bazedoxifene-conjugated estrogens and Cefamandole 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
Theoretical reduction in gut bacterial deconjugation of estrogens, lowering enterohepatic recirculation.
What to do
No dose adjustment is required. Advise patients to report recurrent menopausal symptoms or unexpected bleeding.
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 Bazedoxifene-conjugated estrogens with Cefamandole?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Bazedoxifene-conjugated estrogens and Cefamandole have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Antibiotics were once thought to reduce estrogen enterohepatic recycling by altering gut flora. Evidence of a clinically meaningful effect is weak and any reduction in estrogen exposure is probably small.
How serious is the interaction between Bazedoxifene-conjugated estrogens and Cefamandole?
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 dose adjustment is required. Advise patients to report recurrent menopausal symptoms or unexpected bleeding.
What other medicines interact with Bazedoxifene-conjugated estrogens?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Bazedoxifene-conjugated estrogens with, for example, Anastrozole, Ospemifene, Antithrombin alfa. The full list is on the Bazedoxifene-conjugated estrogens page.
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