Drug interactions
Ferric maltol + Omeprazole
Severity: Minor
Ferric maltol and Omeprazole: minor interaction.
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Summary
Ferric maltol is an oral iron product, and reduced gastric acidity may modestly lessen iron absorption. Ferric maltol is designed to be absorbed with less dependence on acid than ferrous salts, so the effect is likely small.
What this interaction means in plain words
Ferric maltol and Omeprazole 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; Omeprazole belongs to Gastrointestinal Tract.
Why it happens
Higher gastric pH may reduce iron solubility and absorption.
What to do
Monitor hemoglobin and ferritin during prolonged PPI therapy. Reassess the need for the PPI if iron response is poor.
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 Omeprazole?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Ferric maltol and Omeprazole 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 is an oral iron product, and reduced gastric acidity may modestly lessen iron absorption. Ferric maltol is designed to be absorbed with less dependence on acid than ferrous salts, so the effect is likely small.
How serious is the interaction between Ferric maltol and Omeprazole?
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 PPI therapy. Reassess the need for the PPI if iron response is poor.
What other medicines interact with Omeprazole?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Omeprazole with, for example, Mavacamten, Rilpivirine, Acalabrutinib. The full list is on the Omeprazole page.
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