Drug interactions
Peginterferon alfa 2b + Tramadol
Severity: Minor
Peginterferon alfa 2b and Tramadol: minor interaction.
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Summary
Peginterferon alfa-2b may alter CYP2D6 activity, which could change the conversion of tramadol to its active metabolite. The clinical effect is inconsistent and poorly documented.
What this interaction means in plain words
Peginterferon alfa 2b and Tramadol have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Peginterferon alfa 2b belongs to Anti Virals; Tramadol belongs to Musculoskeletal.
Why it happens
Interferon-related modulation of CYP2D6 is possible but not well established.
What to do
Monitor analgesic response and adverse effects after starting or stopping peginterferon, and adjust the tramadol dose if needed.
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 Peginterferon alfa 2b with Tramadol?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Peginterferon alfa 2b and Tramadol have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Peginterferon alfa-2b may alter CYP2D6 activity, which could change the conversion of tramadol to its active metabolite. The clinical effect is inconsistent and poorly documented.
How serious is the interaction between Peginterferon alfa 2b and Tramadol?
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 analgesic response and adverse effects after starting or stopping peginterferon, and adjust the tramadol dose if needed.
What other medicines interact with Tramadol?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Tramadol with, for example, Isocarboxazid, Olanzapine / samidorphan, Phenelzine. The full list is on the Tramadol page.
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