Drug interactions
Chlorpropamide + Valganciclovir
Severity: Minor
Chlorpropamide and Valganciclovir: minor interaction.
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Summary
Chlorpropamide is a weak acid that is partly secreted by the kidney and could theoretically reduce ganciclovir clearance. A clinically significant effect has not been shown.
What this interaction means in plain words
Chlorpropamide and Valganciclovir have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Chlorpropamide belongs to Endocrine; Valganciclovir belongs to Anti Virals.
Why it happens
Theoretical competition for renal tubular secretion.
What to do
No specific action is needed with normal renal function; monitor blood counts and renal function if kidney disease is present.
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 Chlorpropamide with Valganciclovir?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Chlorpropamide and Valganciclovir have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Chlorpropamide is a weak acid that is partly secreted by the kidney and could theoretically reduce ganciclovir clearance. A clinically significant effect has not been shown.
How serious is the interaction between Chlorpropamide and Valganciclovir?
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 specific action is needed with normal renal function; monitor blood counts and renal function if kidney disease is present.
What other medicines interact with Valganciclovir?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Valganciclovir with, for example, Didanosine, Ganciclovir, Liposomal doxorubicin. The full list is on the Valganciclovir page.
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