Drug interactions
Levosalbutamol + Thiothixene
Severity: Minor
Levosalbutamol and Thiothixene: minor interaction.
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Summary
Thiothixene can prolong the QT interval, and levosalbutamol may cause hypokalemia and tachycardia, which could raise proarrhythmic risk. The effect is mainly of concern in patients with other QT risk factors.
What this interaction means in plain words
Levosalbutamol and Thiothixene have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Why it happens
Possible additive QT effects with beta-2 agonist induced hypokalemia; not firmly established.
What to do
Monitor potassium and ECG in patients with cardiac disease or other QT-prolonging drugs.
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 Levosalbutamol with Thiothixene?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Levosalbutamol and Thiothixene have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Thiothixene can prolong the QT interval, and levosalbutamol may cause hypokalemia and tachycardia, which could raise proarrhythmic risk. The effect is mainly of concern in patients with other QT risk factors.
How serious is the interaction between Levosalbutamol and Thiothixene?
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 potassium and ECG in patients with cardiac disease or other QT-prolonging drugs.
What other medicines interact with Levosalbutamol?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Levosalbutamol with, for example, Amisulpride, Carvedilol, Fexinidazole. The full list is on the Levosalbutamol page.
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