Drug interactions
Propofol + Topiramate
Severity: Minor
Propofol and Topiramate: minor interaction.
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Summary
Topiramate can cause drowsiness and cognitive slowing, and propofol is a potent sedative-hypnotic. Together they may deepen sedation or prolong recovery from anesthesia.
What this interaction means in plain words
Propofol and Topiramate have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Propofol belongs to Central Nervous System; Topiramate belongs to Central Nervous System.
Why it happens
Additive central nervous system depression.
What to do
Continue topiramate perioperatively as usual and titrate propofol to clinical effect with standard sedation monitoring. Allow for slower emergence in patients on topiramate.
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 Topiramate
Other interactions of Propofol
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Propofol with Topiramate?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Propofol and Topiramate have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Topiramate can cause drowsiness and cognitive slowing, and propofol is a potent sedative-hypnotic. Together they may deepen sedation or prolong recovery from anesthesia.
How serious is the interaction between Propofol and Topiramate?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Continue topiramate perioperatively as usual and titrate propofol to clinical effect with standard sedation monitoring. Allow for slower emergence in patients on topiramate.
What other medicines interact with Topiramate?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Topiramate with, for example, Benzhydrocodone / acetaminophen, Buprenorphine long-acting, Buprenorphine subdermal implant. The full list is on the Topiramate page.
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