Drug interactions
Deferasirox + Diazepam
Severity: Minor
Deferasirox and Diazepam: minor interaction.
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Summary
Deferasirox can induce CYP3A4 and may lower exposure to substrates such as diazepam, though the effect is variable. Reduced anxiolytic or anticonvulsant effect is possible. Deferasirox also inhibits CYP2C8 and CYP1A2, which are minor routes for diazepam.
What this interaction means in plain words
Deferasirox and Diazepam have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Deferasirox belongs to Miscellaneous; Diazepam belongs to Musculoskeletal.
Why it happens
Deferasirox may induce CYP3A4, increasing diazepam clearance.
What to do
Monitor clinical response to diazepam and adjust the dose if effect appears reduced. Reassess when deferasirox is started or stopped.
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 Deferasirox with Diazepam?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Deferasirox and Diazepam have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Deferasirox can induce CYP3A4 and may lower exposure to substrates such as diazepam, though the effect is variable. Reduced anxiolytic or anticonvulsant effect is possible. Deferasirox also inhibits CYP2C8 and CYP1A2, which are minor routes for diazepam.
How serious is the interaction between Deferasirox and Diazepam?
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 clinical response to diazepam and adjust the dose if effect appears reduced. Reassess when deferasirox is started or stopped.
What other medicines interact with Diazepam?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Diazepam with, for example, Calcium / magnesium / potassium / sodium oxybates, Alfentanil, Alprazolam. The full list is on the Diazepam page.
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