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Are there any drug interactions with BENECOL? Spreads?

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There is no clinical evidence to indicate that BENECOL? Spreads will interfere with any medications. In clinical studies using BENECOL? Spreads, a number of subjects were using medications, but no drug interactions were reported. Additionally, no drug interactions have been reported in the medical literature.

Are there any potential drug interactions with Tarceva?

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The potent CYP3A4 inhibitor ketoconazole has been shown to increase erlotinib AUC; thus, caution should be used during co-treatment with Tarceva and ketoconazole or other CYP3A4 inhibitors such as, but not limited to: atazanavir, clarithromycin, indinavir, itraconazole, nefazodone, nelfinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir, telithromycin, troleandomycin (TAO) and voriconazole.

Are there any drug interactions with Kepivance®?

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No formal drug-drug interaction studies have been conducted for Kepivance® with drugs that may be used in the intended patient population. Kepivance® has been shown to bind to heparin in vitro. Therefore, if heparin is used to maintain an IV line, saline should be used to rinse the line prior to and after Kepivance® administration.1 Kepivance® should not be administered within 24 hours before or during infusion of cytotoxic chemotherapy.

Do BENECOL? Spreads interact with any drugs?

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There is no evidence to indicate that BENECOL? Spreads will interfere with any medications. We have evaluated for possible drug interaction in clinical studies but found no evidence of such interactions. No interactions have been reported in the literature.

Can children use BENECOL? Spreads?

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Yes. Published studies report the safety and efficacy of plant stanol ester intake in children on diet therapy for the management of high cholesterol.

Are BENECOL? Spreads safe, and do they have side effects?

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The safety of BENECOL? Spreads is supported by more than 25 published clinical studies. Plant stanol esters, the beneficial dietary ingredient in BENECOL? Spreads, have an excellent safety profile. BENECOL? Spreads have been consumed by millions of people since their 1995 launch in Finland.

Are there any drug interactions that I should be aware of?

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Are there any drug interactions with ARESTIN®?

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Interactions with ARESTIN® and other drugs have not been studied. We recommend that you consult your physician about any health concerns or conditions you may have, as your physician is familiar with you and your personal medical history.

Are there drug interactions with PROPECIA when used with other medications?

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Since your physician is most familiar with your medical history, any questions that you may have regarding this product should be discussed with your him/her. Drugs that have been tested include antipyrine, digoxin, propanolol, theophylline, and warfarin, and no interactions were found. Discuss this further with your doctor. PROPECIA is indicated for the treatment of male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) in MEN ONLY. PROPECIA should not be used by women or children.

Are there any drug interactions with Zestra?

Zestra: Frequently Asked Questions
There are no known drug interactions between topically applied Zestra and any prescription or non-prescription drug available in the United Kingdom. However, if you have a vaginal infection that is being treated with a locally applied/administered cream, ointment, lotion, vaginal insert, etc., you should wait until the infection is cured before using Zestra.

What is the recommended daily intake of BENECOL? Spreads?

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The National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP) Adult Treatment Panel III (ATP III) Guidelines recommend 2 grams of plant stanols (3.4 grams of plant stanol esters) as part of a daily diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol to help reduce the risk of heart disease. This amount can be obtained by enjoying 4 servings of BENECOL? Spread. If you recommend more than 2 servings of BENECOL? Spread per day, we suggest your patients use BENECOL? Light Spread.

Do I need to write a prescription for BENECOL? Spreads?

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No. BENECOL? Spreads are not drugs. They contain plant stanol esters, are available without a prescription, and may be found in your local grocery store.

Can BENECOL? Spreads be consumed by individuals with diabetes?

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Yes. Studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of plant stanol esters in blocking the absorption of cholesterol in individuals with diabetes. Individuals with diabetes should refer to the package for nutritional information related to BENECOL? Spreads, or speak with a healthcare professional about how to incorporate BENECOL? Spreads into their individualized dietary regimen.

Are there certain groups who should not consume BENECOL? Spreads?

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BENECOL? Spreads are appropriate for all people who are concerned about their cholesterol levels. People with elevated cholesterol levels need to consult a doctor to find out if cholesterol-lowering medication is appropriate for them.

WHAT ABOUT DRUG INTERACTIONS?

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Contraceptive effectiveness may be reduced when hormonal contraceptives are administered at the same time other drugs are being taken. Breakthrough bleeding or unintended pregnancy can result. Examples of drugs that potentially interfere with contraceptive hormones include antifungals, seizure medications and possibly antibiotics. For additional information please refer to the handout "Pill Interactions with Other Drugs."

Are there any drug interactions or restrictions with Metamucil?

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I have read your label precaution, and I am curious as to the exact medications one should be careful to separate by the recommended two-hour period.
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