Drug interactions
Dexlansoprazole + Ferric maltol
Severity: Minor
Dexlansoprazole and Ferric maltol: minor interaction.
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Summary
Oral iron absorption depends partly on gastric acid, and long-term PPI therapy may reduce iron uptake. Ferric maltol may be less affected than ferrous salts, but a lower response is possible.
What this interaction means in plain words
Dexlansoprazole and Ferric maltol have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Dexlansoprazole belongs to Gastrointestinal Tract; Ferric maltol belongs to Miscellaneous.
Why it happens
Raised gastric pH may reduce iron solubility and absorption.
What to do
Monitor hemoglobin and ferritin after 4 to 8 weeks of therapy. Reassess the need for the PPI if the iron response is poor.
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 Ferric maltol
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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Dexlansoprazole with Ferric maltol?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Dexlansoprazole and Ferric maltol have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Oral iron absorption depends partly on gastric acid, and long-term PPI therapy may reduce iron uptake. Ferric maltol may be less affected than ferrous salts, but a lower response is possible.
How serious is the interaction between Dexlansoprazole and Ferric maltol?
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 hemoglobin and ferritin after 4 to 8 weeks of therapy. Reassess the need for the PPI if the iron response is poor.
What other medicines interact with Dexlansoprazole?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Dexlansoprazole with, for example, Mavacamten, Rilpivirine, Acalabrutinib. The full list is on the Dexlansoprazole page.
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