Drug interactions
Indomethacin + Zoledronic acid
Severity: Moderate
Indomethacin and Zoledronic acid: moderate interaction.
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Summary
Zoledronic acid is given intravenously, so it is not subject to changes in GI absorption, and the legacy rationale does not apply. The real concern is additive renal toxicity from NSAIDs with zoledronic acid, particularly with dehydration or existing renal impairment.
What this interaction means in plain words
Indomethacin and Zoledronic acid can affect each other. The combination is often manageable, but it may need a change of dose, a change of timing, or extra checks while both are taken.
Indomethacin belongs to Musculoskeletal; Zoledronic acid belongs to Musculoskeletal.
Why it happens
Both agents can impair renal function, producing additive nephrotoxicity.
What to do
Ensure adequate hydration and monitor serum creatinine around infusions; avoid or minimise NSAID use in patients with reduced renal function.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Should I take them at different times of day?
- Does the dose of either medicine need to change?
- Is there anything I should avoid, such as alcohol or certain foods, while on both?
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Other interactions of Zoledronic acid
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- Bumetanide + Zoledronic acid Moderate
- Dichlorphenamide + Zoledronic acid Moderate
- Ethacrynic acid + Zoledronic acid Moderate
- Foscarnet + Zoledronic acid Moderate
- Gentamicin + Zoledronic acid Moderate
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Indomethacin with Zoledronic acid?
MediHelp rates the interaction as moderate. Indomethacin and Zoledronic acid can affect each other. The combination is often manageable, but it may need a change of dose, a change of timing, or extra checks while both are taken. Zoledronic acid is given intravenously, so it is not subject to changes in GI absorption, and the legacy rationale does not apply. The real concern is additive renal toxicity from NSAIDs with zoledronic acid, particularly with dehydration or existing renal impairment.
How serious is the interaction between Indomethacin and Zoledronic acid?
MediHelp rates it moderate, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Ensure adequate hydration and monitor serum creatinine around infusions; avoid or minimise NSAID use in patients with reduced renal function.
What other medicines interact with Indomethacin?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Indomethacin with, for example, Ketorolac, Ketorolac intranasal, Aceclofenac. The full list is on the Indomethacin page.
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