Drug interactions occur when similar drugs or opposing drugs causing effects on the body when administered together. It occurs due to changes in absorption, metabolism, or elimination of drugs. They are of three types. They are drug-to-drug interactions where there is an interaction of drugs with other drugs, drug-food interactions where the drug interacts with food, and drug-disease interactions where the drug interacts with the disease.
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I took two medicines at the same that have drug interactions. What should I do?
Query: Hello doctor, This morning at 10 AM, I took 25 mg of extended-release Adderall and 10 mg of immediate-release Adderall. At 6:30 PM, I took 200 mg of Tramadol. I checked them up online and saw they had significant interaction, but I am not sure about the date or doses I took. I am quite worried and w... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Adderall is a drug that includes amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. They primarily excite neurons in the brain, causing alertness. The rapid-release pill has a five-hour duration of action. The prolonged-release can work for up to 12 hours. Tramadol, on the other hand,... Read Full »
Can I take the tablet MK-677 along with Fluphenazine and SDZ-Quetiapine?
Query: Hello doctor, I am currently taking the tablet Fluphenazine and SDZ-Quetiapine XR. I was wondering if I could take the tablet MK-677 (Ibutamoren). How long do I have to wait before taking it after my first two medications? I would like to know about drug interactions. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Quetiapine stays in the blood for six to seven hours, whereas Fluphenazine stays in the blood for at least 12 to 16 hours, but it varies from person to person. If one consumes Fluphenazine tablet within six hours of Quetiapine tablet consumption, it will have some ad... Read Full »