Drug interactions
Cabergoline + Phenylephrine po
Severity: Minor
Cabergoline and Phenylephrine po: minor interaction.
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Summary
Oral phenylephrine is an alpha-1 agonist decongestant that can raise blood pressure, though oral bioavailability is low. With cabergoline, additive vasoconstriction is possible but likely modest at usual doses.
What this interaction means in plain words
Cabergoline 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
Additive vasoconstriction from alpha-adrenergic agonism and ergoline activity.
What to do
Monitor blood pressure if decongestant use is frequent or the patient has hypertension.
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 Cabergoline with Phenylephrine po?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Cabergoline 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 an alpha-1 agonist decongestant that can raise blood pressure, though oral bioavailability is low. With cabergoline, additive vasoconstriction is possible but likely modest at usual doses.
How serious is the interaction between Cabergoline 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: Monitor blood pressure if decongestant use is frequent or the patient has hypertension.
What other medicines interact with Cabergoline?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Cabergoline with, for example, Benperidol, Chlorpromazine, Clarithromycin. The full list is on the Cabergoline page.
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