Drug interactions
Esmolol + Naproxen
Severity: Minor
Esmolol and Naproxen: minor interaction.
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Summary
NSAIDs may attenuate the antihypertensive effect of beta-blockers, particularly with prolonged use. Esmolol is given short term by infusion, so the practical impact is limited.
What this interaction means in plain words
Esmolol and Naproxen have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Esmolol belongs to Cardiovascular; Naproxen belongs to Musculoskeletal.
Why it happens
NSAID inhibition of vasodilatory prostaglandins causes sodium and water retention and counteracts the blood pressure lowering effect.
What to do
Monitor blood pressure and heart rate when naproxen is used alongside esmolol and titrate esmolol to 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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Other interactions of Esmolol
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- Amifostine + Esmolol Major
- Amiodarone + Esmolol Major
- Celiprolol + Esmolol Major
- Diltiazem + Esmolol Major
- Epinephrine racemic + Esmolol Major
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Esmolol with Naproxen?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Esmolol and Naproxen have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. NSAIDs may attenuate the antihypertensive effect of beta-blockers, particularly with prolonged use. Esmolol is given short term by infusion, so the practical impact is limited.
How serious is the interaction between Esmolol and Naproxen?
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 when naproxen is used alongside esmolol and titrate esmolol to response.
What other medicines interact with Naproxen?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Naproxen with, for example, Ketorolac intranasal, Ketorolac, Aceclofenac. The full list is on the Naproxen page.
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