Drug Interactions between Diltiazem Hydrochloride SR and mefloquine
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- Diltiazem Hydrochloride SR (diltiazem)
- mefloquine
Interactions between your drugs
dilTIAZem mefloquine
Applies to: Diltiazem Hydrochloride SR (diltiazem) and mefloquine
Using mefloquine together with dilTIAZem can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm that may be serious and potentially life-threatening.You may be more susceptible if you have a heart condition called congenital long QT syndrome, other cardiac diseases, conduction abnormalities, or electrolyte disturbances (for example, magnesium or potassium loss due to severe or prolonged diarrhea or vomiting).Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns.You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, slow heart rate, weak pulse, or heart palpitations during treatment.It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs.Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Drug and food interactions
dilTIAZem food
Applies to: Diltiazem Hydrochloride SR (diltiazem)
Alcohol can lower your blood pressure and add to the effects of dilTIAZem.You may experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or a rapid heartbeat if you drink alcohol with dilTIAZem, especially when you first start taking the medication or just after a dose increase.Grapefruit juice may also increase the effects of dilTIAZem in some people by increasing its levels in the blood.You may want to limit alcohol intake and avoid excessive consumption of grapefruit and grapefruit juice during treatment with dilTIAZem.However, if you have been regularly consuming grapefruit or grapefruit juice with dilTIAZem, do not alter the amounts of these products in your diet without first talking to your doctor or other healthcare professional.Contact your doctor if your condition changes or you experience increased side effects of dilTIAZem such as headache, irregular heartbeat, swelling, unexplained weight gain, or chest pain.Orange juice is not expected to interact.
mefloquine food
Applies to: mefloquine
Food can enhance the levels of mefloquine in your body.Take mefloquine immediately after a meal.This will make it easier for your body to absorb the medication.Take each dose with a full glass, at least 8 ounces (240 mL) of water.For children or those who have difficulty swallowing, mefloquine can be crushed and mixed with water or sugar water.Talk to your healthcare provider if swallowing the tablets is difficult.
dilTIAZem food
Applies to: Diltiazem Hydrochloride SR (diltiazem)
Using dilTIAZem together with multivitamin with minerals can decrease the effects of dilTIAZem.Talk with your doctor before using dilTIAZem and multivitamin with minerals together.You may need a dose adjustment or need your blood pressure checked more often if you take both medications.It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs.Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Therapeutic duplication warnings
No warnings were found for your selected drugs.
Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum.
See also
Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
No interaction information available. |
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