Drug interactions
Maraviroc + Terazosin
Severity: Minor
Maraviroc and Terazosin: minor interaction.
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Summary
Maraviroc labeling warns about postural hypotension, and it may add to the effect of alpha-blockers. The risk is mainly dizziness or syncope in susceptible patients.
What this interaction means in plain words
Maraviroc and Terazosin have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Maraviroc belongs to Anti Virals; Terazosin belongs to Genitourinary.
Why it happens
Mechanism is not well established; possible additive postural hypotensive effects.
What to do
Counsel patients to rise slowly and monitor blood pressure if symptoms of dizziness occur.
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 Maraviroc with Terazosin?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Maraviroc and Terazosin have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Maraviroc labeling warns about postural hypotension, and it may add to the effect of alpha-blockers. The risk is mainly dizziness or syncope in susceptible patients.
How serious is the interaction between Maraviroc and Terazosin?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Counsel patients to rise slowly and monitor blood pressure if symptoms of dizziness occur.
What other medicines interact with Terazosin?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Terazosin with, for example, Alfuzosin, Amifostine, Avanafil. The full list is on the Terazosin page.
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