Drug interactions
Cilostazol + Elagolix
Severity: Minor
Cilostazol and Elagolix: minor interaction.
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Summary
Elagolix is a weak-to-moderate CYP3A4 inducer and may lower cilostazol exposure, potentially reducing efficacy.
What this interaction means in plain words
Cilostazol and Elagolix have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Cilostazol belongs to Cardiovascular; Elagolix belongs to Musculoskeletal.
Why it happens
CYP3A4 induction by elagolix increases cilostazol metabolism.
What to do
Monitor claudication symptoms for reduced response. No empirical dose change is generally required.
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 Cilostazol with Elagolix?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Cilostazol and Elagolix have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Elagolix is a weak-to-moderate CYP3A4 inducer and may lower cilostazol exposure, potentially reducing efficacy.
How serious is the interaction between Cilostazol and Elagolix?
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 claudication symptoms for reduced response. No empirical dose change is generally required.
What other medicines interact with Cilostazol?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Cilostazol with, for example, Abrocitinib, Anagrelide, Betrixaban. The full list is on the Cilostazol page.
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