Drug interactions
Dexmedetomidine + Phenylephrine po
Severity: Minor
Dexmedetomidine and Phenylephrine po: minor interaction.
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Summary
Oral phenylephrine is an alpha-1 agonist decongestant with a small pressor effect, and it opposes the sympatholytic and hypotensive action of dexmedetomidine. Any effect on sedation is minor and poorly characterized.
What this interaction means in plain words
Dexmedetomidine and Phenylephrine po 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
Opposing hemodynamic effects of alpha-1 agonism and central alpha-2 mediated sympatholysis.
What to do
Monitor blood pressure and heart rate during dexmedetomidine use and adjust doses to clinical 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 Dexmedetomidine with Phenylephrine po?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Dexmedetomidine and Phenylephrine po 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 phenylephrine is an alpha-1 agonist decongestant with a small pressor effect, and it opposes the sympatholytic and hypotensive action of dexmedetomidine. Any effect on sedation is minor and poorly characterized.
How serious is the interaction between Dexmedetomidine and Phenylephrine po?
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 blood pressure and heart rate during dexmedetomidine use and adjust doses to clinical response.
What other medicines interact with Dexmedetomidine?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Dexmedetomidine with, for example, Buprenorphine long-acting, Calcium / magnesium / potassium / sodium oxybates, Dextromoramide. The full list is on the Dexmedetomidine page.
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