Drug interactions
Deferasirox + Eletriptan
Severity: Minor
Deferasirox and Eletriptan: minor interaction.
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Summary
Deferasirox may induce CYP3A4 and could lower eletriptan concentrations, with the effect on migraine control likely small. The interaction is largely predicted from mechanism.
What this interaction means in plain words
Deferasirox and Eletriptan 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; Eletriptan belongs to Central Nervous System.
Why it happens
Possible CYP3A4 induction by deferasirox increasing eletriptan metabolism.
What to do
Monitor for reduced triptan efficacy and switch to another triptan if response is inadequate.
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 Eletriptan?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Deferasirox and Eletriptan 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 may induce CYP3A4 and could lower eletriptan concentrations, with the effect on migraine control likely small. The interaction is largely predicted from mechanism.
How serious is the interaction between Deferasirox and Eletriptan?
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 for reduced triptan efficacy and switch to another triptan if response is inadequate.
What other medicines interact with Eletriptan?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Eletriptan with, for example, Almotriptan, Atazanavir, Ceritinib. The full list is on the Eletriptan page.
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