Drug interactions
Dalteparin + Sulfasalazine
Severity: Minor
Dalteparin and Sulfasalazine: minor interaction.
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For healthcare professionals — reference only. This page is a brief summary, not medical advice and not a substitute for official labeling or clinical judgement. Always verify before prescribing or dispensing.
Summary
Sulfasalazine is not known to alter hemostasis directly, though its salicylate component may have minor platelet effects and rare blood dyscrasias can occur. A clinically meaningful interaction with dalteparin is unlikely.
What this interaction means in plain words
Dalteparin and Sulfasalazine 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 small salicylate-related platelet effect, or rare thrombocytopenia from sulfasalazine, could add to bleeding risk.
What to do
No dose adjustment is needed. Monitor blood counts periodically and watch for bleeding.
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 Dalteparin
- Dalteparin + Defibrotide Contraindicated
- Dalteparin + Ketorolac Contraindicated
- Dalteparin + Mifepristone Contraindicated
- Abciximab + Dalteparin Major
- Acalabrutinib + Dalteparin Major
- Aceclofenac + Dalteparin Major
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Dalteparin with Sulfasalazine?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Dalteparin and Sulfasalazine have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Sulfasalazine is not known to alter hemostasis directly, though its salicylate component may have minor platelet effects and rare blood dyscrasias can occur. A clinically meaningful interaction with dalteparin is unlikely.
How serious is the interaction between Dalteparin and Sulfasalazine?
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 adjustment is needed. Monitor blood counts periodically and watch for bleeding.
What other medicines interact with Dalteparin?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Dalteparin with, for example, Defibrotide, Ketorolac, Mifepristone. The full list is on the Dalteparin page.
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