Drug interactions
Naproxen + Valganciclovir
Severity: Minor
Naproxen and Valganciclovir: minor interaction.
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Summary
Ganciclovir, the active form of valganciclovir, and naproxen are both secreted by renal tubular anion transport, so naproxen may slightly increase ganciclovir exposure. The clinical effect is expected to be small, though additive renal stress is possible.
What this interaction means in plain words
Naproxen and Valganciclovir have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Naproxen belongs to Musculoskeletal; Valganciclovir belongs to Anti Virals.
Why it happens
Possible competition for renal tubular anion secretion reducing ganciclovir clearance.
What to do
No routine adjustment is needed. Monitor renal function and blood counts during valganciclovir therapy.
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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Other interactions of Naproxen
- Ketorolac intranasal + Naproxen Contraindicated
- Ketorolac + Naproxen Contraindicated
- Aceclofenac + Naproxen Major
- Acemetacin + Naproxen Major
- Acetylsalicylic acid + Naproxen Major
- Alteplase + Naproxen Major
Other interactions of Valganciclovir
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Naproxen with Valganciclovir?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Naproxen and Valganciclovir have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Ganciclovir, the active form of valganciclovir, and naproxen are both secreted by renal tubular anion transport, so naproxen may slightly increase ganciclovir exposure. The clinical effect is expected to be small, though additive renal stress is possible.
How serious is the interaction between Naproxen and Valganciclovir?
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 routine adjustment is needed. Monitor renal function and blood counts during valganciclovir therapy.
What other medicines interact with Naproxen?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Naproxen with, for example, Ketorolac intranasal, Ketorolac, Aceclofenac. The full list is on the Naproxen page.
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