Drug interactions
Conivaptan + Deferasirox
Severity: Minor
Conivaptan and Deferasirox: minor interaction.
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Summary
Conivaptan is a CYP3A4 substrate, and deferasirox may reduce its levels via weak induction. The effect on serum sodium correction may be diminished.
What this interaction means in plain words
Conivaptan and Deferasirox 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
Possible CYP3A4 induction by deferasirox increases conivaptan metabolism.
What to do
Monitor serum sodium during conivaptan therapy and adjust the dose according to response.
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 Conivaptan with Deferasirox?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Conivaptan and Deferasirox have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Conivaptan is a CYP3A4 substrate, and deferasirox may reduce its levels via weak induction. The effect on serum sodium correction may be diminished.
How serious is the interaction between Conivaptan and Deferasirox?
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 serum sodium during conivaptan therapy and adjust the dose according to response.
What other medicines interact with Deferasirox?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Deferasirox with, for example, Acetylsalicylic acid, Alosetron, Aluminum hydroxide. The full list is on the Deferasirox page.
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