Drug interactions
Cefpirome + Fenoprofen
Severity: Minor
Cefpirome and Fenoprofen: minor interaction.
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Summary
Cefpirome could slightly reduce renal elimination of fenoprofen, though this is theoretical and unlikely to be clinically important in most patients.
What this interaction means in plain words
Cefpirome and Fenoprofen have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Cefpirome belongs to Anti Bacterial; Fenoprofen belongs to Musculoskeletal.
Why it happens
Possible competition for renal tubular anion secretion.
What to do
No routine adjustment is needed. Monitor for NSAID adverse effects in patients with reduced kidney function.
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 Fenoprofen
- Fenoprofen + Ketorolac Contraindicated
- Fenoprofen + Ketorolac intranasal Contraindicated
- Aceclofenac + Fenoprofen Major
- Acemetacin + Fenoprofen Major
- Acetylsalicylic acid + Fenoprofen Major
- Alteplase + Fenoprofen Major
Other interactions of Cefpirome
- Amikacin + Cefpirome Moderate
- Bupropion-naltrexone + Cefpirome Moderate
- Bupropion + Cefpirome Moderate
- Cefpirome + Dexamethasone-tobramycin Moderate
- Cefpirome + Gentamicin Moderate
- Cefpirome + Streptomycin Moderate
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Cefpirome with Fenoprofen?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Cefpirome and Fenoprofen have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Cefpirome could slightly reduce renal elimination of fenoprofen, though this is theoretical and unlikely to be clinically important in most patients.
How serious is the interaction between Cefpirome and Fenoprofen?
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 routine adjustment is needed. Monitor for NSAID adverse effects in patients with reduced kidney function.
What other medicines interact with Fenoprofen?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Fenoprofen with, for example, Ketorolac, Ketorolac intranasal, Aceclofenac. The full list is on the Fenoprofen page.
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