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Lasmiditan + Nicardipine

Severity: Minor

Lasmiditan and Nicardipine: minor interaction.

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For healthcare professionals — reference only. This page is a brief summary, not medical advice and not a substitute for official labeling or clinical judgement. Always verify before prescribing or dispensing.

Summary

Lasmiditan inhibits P-glycoprotein in vitro and may increase exposure to P-gp substrates. Nicardipine is not a sensitive P-gp substrate, so any clinical effect is likely small, though additive hypotension or dizziness is possible.

What this interaction means in plain words

Lasmiditan and Nicardipine have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.

Lasmiditan belongs to Central Nervous System; Nicardipine belongs to Cardiovascular.

Evidence level: Low

Why it happens

Lasmiditan inhibits intestinal P-glycoprotein, potentially increasing absorption of nicardipine.

What to do

No dose change is generally needed; monitor blood pressure and dizziness when starting lasmiditan.

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 Lasmiditan with Nicardipine?

MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Lasmiditan and Nicardipine have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Lasmiditan inhibits P-glycoprotein in vitro and may increase exposure to P-gp substrates. Nicardipine is not a sensitive P-gp substrate, so any clinical effect is likely small, though additive hypotension or dizziness is possible.

How serious is the interaction between Lasmiditan and Nicardipine?

MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: No dose change is generally needed; monitor blood pressure and dizziness when starting lasmiditan.

What other medicines interact with Nicardipine?

MediHelp also lists interactions of Nicardipine with, for example, Amifostine, Amlodipine-olmesartan-hydrochlorothiazide, Betrixaban. The full list is on the Nicardipine page.

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