Tag: drug interaction
- Celeste Farnell
- 18-03-26
- Health & Medicine
Proton Pump Inhibitors and Antifungals: How They Interfere with Absorption
Proton pump inhibitors can block absorption of key antifungals like itraconazole and posaconazole, leading to treatment failure. Learn which drugs are affected, how to manage the interaction, and what’s new in 2026.
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- Celeste Farnell
- 7-02-26
- Health & Medicine
Protease Inhibitors and St. John’s Wort: Why This Combination Can Cause HIV Treatment Failure
St. John’s Wort can drop HIV protease inhibitor levels by over 50%, leading to treatment failure and drug resistance. This is not a myth - it’s a documented, preventable risk that affects thousands annually.
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- Celeste Farnell
- 13-01-26
- Health & Medicine
Blood Thinners and NSAIDs: Why This Drug Combo Can Be Life-Threatening
Combining blood thinners with NSAIDs like ibuprofen or naproxen can double or triple your risk of life-threatening bleeding-even in the brain or lungs. Acetaminophen is the safer alternative.
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- Celeste Farnell
- 31-12-25
- Health & Medicine
SSRIs and Anticoagulants: What You Need to Know About the Bleeding Risk
Combining SSRIs with anticoagulants increases bleeding risk by 33%, especially in the first month. Learn why, who’s most at risk, and what alternatives exist.
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