Drug interactions
Miconazole vaginal + Silodosin
Severity: Minor
Miconazole vaginal and Silodosin: minor interaction.
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Summary
Vaginal miconazole has low systemic absorption, so meaningful CYP3A4 inhibition is unlikely, though case reports exist with other miconazole products. A contraindication is not justified for a short vaginal course.
What this interaction means in plain words
Miconazole vaginal and Silodosin 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
Miconazole inhibits CYP3A4, but systemic levels after vaginal use are low.
What to do
No change usually needed; counsel on orthostatic symptoms if long or repeated courses are used.
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 Miconazole vaginal with Silodosin?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Miconazole vaginal and Silodosin have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Vaginal miconazole has low systemic absorption, so meaningful CYP3A4 inhibition is unlikely, though case reports exist with other miconazole products. A contraindication is not justified for a short vaginal course.
How serious is the interaction between Miconazole vaginal and Silodosin?
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 change usually needed; counsel on orthostatic symptoms if long or repeated courses are used.
What other medicines interact with Silodosin?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Silodosin with, for example, Atazanavir, Conivaptan, Darunavir. The full list is on the Silodosin page.
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