Drug interactions
Diclofenac + Ganciclovir
Severity: Minor
Diclofenac and Ganciclovir: minor interaction.
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Summary
Both drugs undergo renal tubular secretion, so competition could modestly raise ganciclovir levels. Both can also affect renal function and seizures have been reported with some NSAID combinations, so renal-risk patients deserve attention.
What this interaction means in plain words
Diclofenac and Ganciclovir have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Diclofenac belongs to Musculoskeletal; Ganciclovir belongs to Anti Virals.
Why it happens
Possible competition for renal tubular anion secretion and additive renal effects.
What to do
Monitor renal function and adjust ganciclovir dose to creatinine clearance; no other change is routinely needed.
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 Diclofenac
- Diclofenac + Ketorolac Contraindicated
- Diclofenac + Ketorolac intranasal Contraindicated
- Aceclofenac + Diclofenac Major
- Acemetacin + Diclofenac Major
- Alteplase + Diclofenac Major
- Amiloride + Diclofenac Major
Other interactions of Ganciclovir
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Diclofenac with Ganciclovir?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Diclofenac and Ganciclovir have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Both drugs undergo renal tubular secretion, so competition could modestly raise ganciclovir levels. Both can also affect renal function and seizures have been reported with some NSAID combinations, so renal-risk patients deserve attention.
How serious is the interaction between Diclofenac and Ganciclovir?
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 renal function and adjust ganciclovir dose to creatinine clearance; no other change is routinely needed.
What other medicines interact with Diclofenac?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Diclofenac with, for example, Ketorolac, Ketorolac intranasal, Aceclofenac. The full list is on the Diclofenac page.
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