Drug interactions
Ceftibuten + Flurbiprofen
Severity: Minor
Ceftibuten and Flurbiprofen: minor interaction.
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Summary
Both drugs undergo renal tubular secretion as acids, so flurbiprofen exposure might increase marginally. This is a theoretical effect with little expected clinical consequence.
What this interaction means in plain words
Ceftibuten and Flurbiprofen 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
Competition for renal tubular anion transport may reduce flurbiprofen clearance.
What to do
No action is normally needed; monitor renal function 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 Flurbiprofen
- Flurbiprofen + Ketorolac Contraindicated
- Flurbiprofen + Ketorolac intranasal Contraindicated
- Aceclofenac + Flurbiprofen Major
- Acemetacin + Flurbiprofen Major
- Acetylsalicylic acid + Flurbiprofen Major
- Alteplase + Flurbiprofen Major
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Ceftibuten with Flurbiprofen?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Ceftibuten and Flurbiprofen have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Both drugs undergo renal tubular secretion as acids, so flurbiprofen exposure might increase marginally. This is a theoretical effect with little expected clinical consequence.
How serious is the interaction between Ceftibuten and Flurbiprofen?
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 action is normally needed; monitor renal function in patients with reduced kidney function.
What other medicines interact with Flurbiprofen?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Flurbiprofen with, for example, Ketorolac, Ketorolac intranasal, Aceclofenac. The full list is on the Flurbiprofen page.
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