Drug interactions
Ferric maltol + Lansoprazole
Severity: Minor
Ferric maltol and Lansoprazole: minor interaction.
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Summary
Oral iron absorption depends partly on gastric acid, and long-term acid suppression can reduce uptake of iron. Ferric maltol is less dependent on acid than iron salts, but a reduced response is still possible.
What this interaction means in plain words
Ferric maltol and Lansoprazole have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Ferric maltol belongs to Miscellaneous; Lansoprazole belongs to Gastrointestinal Tract.
Why it happens
Higher gastric pH may reduce iron solubility and absorption, although ferric maltol is relatively less pH dependent.
What to do
Monitor hemoglobin and ferritin during prolonged co-therapy and reassess the need for the PPI.
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 Ferric maltol with Lansoprazole?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Ferric maltol and Lansoprazole 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 iron absorption depends partly on gastric acid, and long-term acid suppression can reduce uptake of iron. Ferric maltol is less dependent on acid than iron salts, but a reduced response is still possible.
How serious is the interaction between Ferric maltol and Lansoprazole?
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 hemoglobin and ferritin during prolonged co-therapy and reassess the need for the PPI.
What other medicines interact with Lansoprazole?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Lansoprazole with, for example, Mavacamten, Rilpivirine, Acalabrutinib. The full list is on the Lansoprazole page.
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