Drug interactions
Tazemetostat + Zolpidem
Severity: Minor
Tazemetostat and Zolpidem: minor interaction.
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Summary
Tazemetostat is a weak to moderate CYP3A inducer and may lower zolpidem concentrations. This could reduce its hypnotic effect. The clinical impact is likely modest.
What this interaction means in plain words
Tazemetostat and Zolpidem have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Tazemetostat belongs to Miscellaneous; Zolpidem belongs to Central Nervous System.
Why it happens
Tazemetostat induces CYP3A4, modestly increasing zolpidem metabolism.
What to do
Monitor for reduced sleep efficacy and consider an alternative hypnotic if effect is inadequate. Avoid exceeding the maximum labeled zolpidem dose.
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 Tazemetostat with Zolpidem?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Tazemetostat and Zolpidem have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Tazemetostat is a weak to moderate CYP3A inducer and may lower zolpidem concentrations. This could reduce its hypnotic effect. The clinical impact is likely modest.
How serious is the interaction between Tazemetostat and Zolpidem?
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 for reduced sleep efficacy and consider an alternative hypnotic if effect is inadequate. Avoid exceeding the maximum labeled zolpidem dose.
What other medicines interact with Zolpidem?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Zolpidem with, for example, Calcium / magnesium / potassium / sodium oxybates, Sodium oxybate, Benzhydrocodone / acetaminophen. The full list is on the Zolpidem page.
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