Verteporfin Intravenous, Injection and alcohol
Result of checker of drug Verteporfin Intravenous, Injection interaction with alcohol. Whether they can be taken together or this combination is not allowed.
When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug interaction with alcohol.
Consumer:Using ethanol together with verteporfin may decrease the effects of verteporfin. Contact your doctor if your condition changes. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special test to safely use 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.
MONITOR: Drugs that quench active oxygen species or scavenge radicals are expected to decrease the therapeutic effect of verteporfin.
MANAGEMENT: The clinician should carefully assess the patient for desired benefits and risks before beginning verteporfin therapy.
- "Product Information. Visudyne (verteporfin)" Valeant Pharmaceuticals, Costa Mesa, CA.
Generic Name: verteporfin
Brand Name: Visudyne
Synonyms: Verteporfin