Drug interactions
Brivaracetam + Propofol
Severity: Minor
Brivaracetam and Propofol: minor interaction.
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Summary
Brivaracetam can cause somnolence and dizziness, which may add to propofol sedation. The effect is usually modest.
What this interaction means in plain words
Brivaracetam and Propofol 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; Propofol belongs to Central Nervous System.
Why it happens
Additive central nervous system depression.
What to do
Titrate propofol to effect and monitor level of sedation in patients on brivaracetam.
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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Other interactions of Propofol
Other interactions of Brivaracetam
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Brivaracetam with Propofol?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Brivaracetam and Propofol 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 can cause somnolence and dizziness, which may add to propofol sedation. The effect is usually modest.
How serious is the interaction between Brivaracetam and Propofol?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Titrate propofol to effect and monitor level of sedation in patients on brivaracetam.
What other medicines interact with Propofol?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Propofol with, for example, Alfentanil, Alprazolam, Amobarbital. The full list is on the Propofol page.
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