Drug interactions
Dexmethylphenidate + Diazepam
Severity: Minor
Dexmethylphenidate and Diazepam: minor interaction.
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Summary
Methylphenidate has been reported to inhibit the metabolism of some drugs, so diazepam levels could rise slightly. The clinical effect is generally small and the stimulant may partly counter sedation.
What this interaction means in plain words
Dexmethylphenidate 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.
Dexmethylphenidate belongs to Central Nervous System; Diazepam belongs to Musculoskeletal.
Why it happens
Possible weak inhibition of hepatic metabolism of diazepam; mechanism not firmly established.
What to do
No dose change is usually needed; observe for changes in sedation or anxiolytic effect when starting or stopping dexmethylphenidate.
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 Diazepam
Other interactions of Dexmethylphenidate
- Dexmethylphenidate + Isocarboxazid Contraindicated
- Dexmethylphenidate + Linezolid Contraindicated
- Dexmethylphenidate + Phenelzine Contraindicated
- Dexmethylphenidate + Procarbazine Contraindicated
- Dexmethylphenidate + Rasagiline Contraindicated
- Dexmethylphenidate + Safinamide Contraindicated
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Dexmethylphenidate with Diazepam?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Dexmethylphenidate 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. Methylphenidate has been reported to inhibit the metabolism of some drugs, so diazepam levels could rise slightly. The clinical effect is generally small and the stimulant may partly counter sedation.
How serious is the interaction between Dexmethylphenidate 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: No dose change is usually needed; observe for changes in sedation or anxiolytic effect when starting or stopping dexmethylphenidate.
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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