Drug interactions
Ceftibuten + Oxaprozin
Severity: Minor
Ceftibuten and Oxaprozin: minor interaction.
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Summary
Ceftibuten is renally eliminated in part by tubular secretion and could theoretically compete with oxaprozin. Any increase in oxaprozin exposure is expected to be small and of little clinical consequence.
What this interaction means in plain words
Ceftibuten and Oxaprozin 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
Theoretical competition for renal organic anion tubular secretion.
What to do
No dose change is needed. Just remain alert to NSAID adverse effects.
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 Ceftibuten with Oxaprozin?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Ceftibuten and Oxaprozin have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Ceftibuten is renally eliminated in part by tubular secretion and could theoretically compete with oxaprozin. Any increase in oxaprozin exposure is expected to be small and of little clinical consequence.
How serious is the interaction between Ceftibuten and Oxaprozin?
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 dose change is needed. Just remain alert to NSAID adverse effects.
What other medicines interact with Oxaprozin?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Oxaprozin with, for example, Ketorolac intranasal, Ketorolac, Aceclofenac. The full list is on the Oxaprozin page.
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