Drug interactions
Ganciclovir + Sulindac
Severity: Minor
Ganciclovir and Sulindac: minor interaction.
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Summary
Ganciclovir is renally eliminated in part by tubular secretion, and NSAIDs can lower renal function. Exposure to ganciclovir could therefore rise, though the clinical effect is uncertain.
What this interaction means in plain words
Ganciclovir and Sulindac have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Ganciclovir belongs to Anti Virals; Sulindac belongs to Musculoskeletal.
Why it happens
Possible competition for renal tubular secretion and NSAID-induced reduction in renal perfusion.
What to do
Monitor renal function and blood counts during concurrent use. Adjust the ganciclovir dose to creatinine clearance.
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 Ganciclovir with Sulindac?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Ganciclovir and Sulindac have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Ganciclovir is renally eliminated in part by tubular secretion, and NSAIDs can lower renal function. Exposure to ganciclovir could therefore rise, though the clinical effect is uncertain.
How serious is the interaction between Ganciclovir and Sulindac?
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 blood counts during concurrent use. Adjust the ganciclovir dose to creatinine clearance.
What other medicines interact with Sulindac?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Sulindac with, for example, Ketorolac intranasal, Ketorolac, Aceclofenac. The full list is on the Sulindac page.
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