Drug interactions
Diazepam + Sevelamer
Severity: Minor
Diazepam and Sevelamer: minor interaction.
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Summary
Sevelamer is a non-absorbed phosphate binder, and there is no established clinically meaningful effect on diazepam exposure. A reduction in diazepam absorption through nonspecific binding is theoretically possible but not documented.
What this interaction means in plain words
Diazepam and Sevelamer have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Diazepam belongs to Musculoskeletal; Sevelamer belongs to Miscellaneous.
Why it happens
No established mechanism; theoretical reduction of diazepam absorption through binding in the gut.
What to do
No routine action is required; if diazepam effect appears reduced, consider giving it at least one hour before or three hours after sevelamer.
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 Sevelamer
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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Diazepam with Sevelamer?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Diazepam and Sevelamer have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Sevelamer is a non-absorbed phosphate binder, and there is no established clinically meaningful effect on diazepam exposure. A reduction in diazepam absorption through nonspecific binding is theoretically possible but not documented.
How serious is the interaction between Diazepam and Sevelamer?
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 routine action is required; if diazepam effect appears reduced, consider giving it at least one hour before or three hours after sevelamer.
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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