Drug interactions
Brivaracetam + Clonidine
Severity: Minor
Brivaracetam and Clonidine: minor interaction.
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Summary
Brivaracetam commonly causes somnolence and dizziness, which may add to the sedation caused by clonidine. Combined use may impair alertness and coordination.
What this interaction means in plain words
Brivaracetam and Clonidine have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Brivaracetam belongs to Central Nervous System; Clonidine belongs to Cardiovascular.
Why it happens
Additive CNS depressant effects.
What to do
Counsel the patient about additive drowsiness and monitor for excessive sedation or dizziness when starting or increasing either drug.
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 Brivaracetam with Clonidine?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Brivaracetam and Clonidine have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Brivaracetam commonly causes somnolence and dizziness, which may add to the sedation caused by clonidine. Combined use may impair alertness and coordination.
How serious is the interaction between Brivaracetam and Clonidine?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Counsel the patient about additive drowsiness and monitor for excessive sedation or dizziness when starting or increasing either drug.
What other medicines interact with Clonidine?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Clonidine with, for example, Acebutolol, Amifostine, Amiodarone. The full list is on the Clonidine page.
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