Cangrelor interactions

Cangrelor (Kengreal), an antiplatelet agent has 65 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 14 major, 45 moderate, 3 minor, and 3 where a label reports no significant interaction. Each entry below quotes the sentence behind it. This drug page is a starting point, not a verdict for your situation.

Interactions from the label

Major interactions (14)

  • AbrocitinibJAK inhibitorMajor

    CIBINQO is contraindicated in patients taking antiplatelet therapies, except for low-dose aspirin (≤81 mg daily), during the first 3 months of treatment [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) , Drug Interactions (7.2) , and Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) ]. (Abrocitinib label, Contraindications)

  • ApixabananticoagulantMajor

    …hematomas in these patients include: • use of indwelling epidural catheters • concomitant use of other drugs that affect hemostasis, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), platelet inhibitors, other anticoagulants • a history of traumatic or repeated epidural or spinal punctures • a history of spinal deformity or spinal surgery • optimal timing between… (Apixaban label, Boxed warning)

  • AtazanavirantiretroviralMajor

    Antiplatelets: ticagrelor ↑ ticagrelor Coadministration with ticagrelor is not recommended due to potential increase in the risk of dyspnea, bleeding and other adverse events associated with ticagrelor. clopidogrel ↓ clopidogrel active metabolite Coadministration of REYATAZ (with or without ritonavir) and clopidogrel is not recommended. (Atazanavir label, Drug interactions)

  • CelecoxibNSAIDMajor

    Celecoxib 100 mg twice daily was non-inferior to naproxen 375 to 500 mg twice daily and ibuprofen 600 to 800 mg three times daily for the composite endpoint of the Antiplatelet Trialists' Collaboration (APTC), which consists of cardiovascular death (including hemorrhagic death), non-fatal myocardial infarction, and non-fatal stroke [ see Clinical Studies (14.5)… (Celecoxib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Clopidogrelantiplatelet agentMajor

    Clopidogrel: Do not administer during KENGREAL infusion. (Cangrelor label, Drug interactions)

  • DabigatrananticoagulantMajor

    …hematomas in these patients include: use of indwelling epidural catheters concomitant use of other drugs that affect hemostasis, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), platelet inhibitors, other anticoagulants a history of traumatic or repeated epidural or spinal punctures a history of spinal deformity or spinal surgery optimal timing between the… (Dabigatran label, Boxed warning)

  • EdoxabananticoagulantMajor

    …hematomas in these patients include: use of indwelling epidural catheters concomitant use of other drugs that affect hemostasis, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), platelet inhibitors, other anticoagulants a history of traumatic or repeated epidural or spinal punctures a history of spinal deformity or spinal surgery optimal timing between the… (Edoxaban label, Boxed warning)

  • Antiplatelets: ticagrelor ↑ ticagrelor Coadminstration with ticagrelor is not recommended. clopidogrel ↓ clopidogrel active metabolite Coadministration with clopidogrel is not recommended due to protential reduction of the antiplatelet activity of clopidogrel. (Elvitegravir, cobicistat, emtricitabine, and tenofovir label, Drug interactions)

  • EnoxaparinanticoagulantMajor

    …hematomas in these patients include: Use of indwelling epidural catheters Concomitant use of other drugs that affect hemostasis, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), platelet inhibitors, and other anticoagulants A history of traumatic or repeated epidural or spinal punctures A history of spinal deformity or spinal surgery Optimal timing between… (Enoxaparin label, Boxed warning)

  • FondaparinuxanticoagulantMajor

    …in these patients include: • use of indwelling epidural catheters • concomitant use of other drugs that affect hemostasis, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), platelet inhibitors, or other anticoagulants • a history of traumatic or repeated epidural or spinal puncture • a history of spinal deformity or spinal surgery • Optimal timing between… (Fondaparinux label, Boxed warning)

  • Itraconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    Anticoagulants and Antiplatelets Ticagrelor Contraindicated during and 2 weeks after TOLSURA treatment. (Itraconazole label, Drug interactions)

  • Prasugrelantiplatelet agentMajor

    Prasugrel: Do not administer during KENGREAL infusion. (Cangrelor label, Drug interactions)

  • RivaroxabananticoagulantMajor

    …in these patients include: • use of indwelling epidural catheters • concomitant use of other drugs that affect hemostasis, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), platelet inhibitors, other anticoagulants • a history of traumatic or repeated epidural or spinal punctures • a history of spinal deformity or spinal surgery • optimal timing between… (Rivaroxaban label, Boxed warning)

  • Ticagrelorantiplatelet agentMajor

    WARNING: BLEEDING RISK • BRILINTA, like other antiplatelet agents, can cause significant, sometimes fatal bleeding ( 5.1 , 6.1 ). (Ticagrelor label, Boxed warning)

Moderate interactions (45)

  • Co-morbid conditions such as coagulation disorders or concomitant use of warfarin, other anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) may increase this risk. (Acetaminophen and ibuprofen label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AlteplaseModerate

    Anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs increase the risk of bleeding if administered prior to, during, or after Activase therapy. (Alteplase label, Drug interactions)

  • AnagrelideQT-prolonging drugModerate

    Monitor patients for bleeding, including those receiving concomitant therapy with other drugs known to cause bleeding (e.g., anticoagulants, PDE3 inhibitors, NSAIDs, antiplatelet agents, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) [see Drug Interactions (7.3) , Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Anagrelide label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ArgatrobananticoagulantModerate

    Concomitant use of argatroban with antiplatelet agents, thrombolytics, and other anticoagulants may increase the risk of bleeding. (Argatroban label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CitalopramSSRIModerate

    Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin, and other anticoagulants may increase this risk. (Citalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DesvenlafaxineSNRIModerate

    • Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of aspirin, NSAIDs, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin, and other anticoagulants may increase this risk ( 5.4 ). (Desvenlafaxine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DiclofenacNSAIDModerate

    Intervention: Monitor patients with concomitant use of ZIPSOR with anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin), antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) for signs of bleeding [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.12 ) ]. (Diclofenac label, Drug interactions)

  • Other factors that increase the risk of GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include longer duration of NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, antiplatelet drugs (such as aspirin), anticoagulants, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs); smoking; use of alcohol; older age; and poor general health status. (Diclofenac and misoprostol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DuloxetineSNRIModerate

    Concomitant use of antiplatelet drugs and anticoagulants may increase this risk. (Duloxetine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Epoprostenolprostaglandin analogModerate

    When other antiplatelet agents or anticoagulants are used concomitantly, there is the potential for VELETRI to increase the risk of bleeding. (Epoprostenol label, Drug interactions)

  • Eptifibatideantiplatelet agentModerate

    Use of Thrombolytics, Anticoagulants, and Other Antiplatelet Agents Risk factors for bleeding include older age, a history of bleeding disorders, and concomitant use of drugs that increase the risk of bleeding (thrombolytics, oral anticoagulants, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and P2Y 12 inhibitors). (Eptifibatide label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EscitalopramSSRIModerate

    Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EtravirineantiretroviralModerate

    Platelet aggregation inhibitors: clopidogrel ↓ clopidogrel (active) metabolite Activation of clopidogrel to its active metabolite may be decreased when clopidogrel is co-administered with Etravirine. (Etravirine label, Drug interactions)

  • FenoprofenNSAIDModerate

    Co-morbid conditions such as coagulation disorders, concomitant use of warfarin, other anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) may increase this risk. (Fenoprofen label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FlurbiprofenNSAIDModerate

    Co-morbid conditions such as coagulation disorders of concomitant use of warfarin, other anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) may increase this risk. (Flurbiprofen label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FosphenytoinanticonvulsantModerate

    Carbamazepine, felbamate, lamotrigine, topiramate, oxcarbazepine, lacosamide Antiplatelets Ticagrelor Antilipidemic agents Atorvastatin, fluvastatin, simvastatin Antiviral agents Efavirenz, lopinavir/ritonavir, indinavir, nelfinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir Fosamprenavir: phenytoin when given with fosamprenavir alone may decrease the concentration of amprenavir,… (Fosphenytoin label, Drug interactions)

  • Ginkgo bilobaHerbal and supplementModerate

    Ginkgo may increase bleeding risk when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet medicines. (NCCIH, Ginkgo)

  • HeparinanticoagulantModerate

    Platelet Inhibitors Drugs such as acetylsalicylic acid, dextran, phenylbutazone, ibuprofen, indomethacin, dipyridamole, hydroxychloroquine and others that interfere with platelet-aggregation reactions (the main hemostatic defense of heparinized patients) may induce bleeding and should be used with caution in patients receiving heparin sodium. (Heparin label, Drug interactions)

  • Co-morbid conditions such as coagulation disorders, concomitant use of warfarin, other anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) may increase this risk. (Hydrocodone and ibuprofen label, Warnings)

  • IbuprofenNSAIDModerate

    Co-morbid conditions such as coagulation disorder, concomitant use of warfarin, other anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) may increase this risk. (Ibuprofen label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Co-morbid conditions such as coagulation disorders or concomitant use of warfarin, and other anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) may increase the risk. (Ibuprofen and famotidine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Icosapent ethylomega-3 fatty acidModerate

    Increased Bleeding Risk with Anticoagulants and Antiplatelet Agents: Some published studies with omega-3 fatty acids have demonstrated prolongation of bleeding time. (Icosapent ethyl label, Drug interactions)

  • IndomethacinNSAIDModerate

    Co-morbid conditions, such as coagulation disorders, or concomitant use of warfarin, other anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) may increase this risk. (Indomethacin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Ketoconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    Anticoagulants and Antiplatelet Drugs rivaroxaban cilostazol, coumarins, dabigatran Cilostazol: Concomitant administration of single doses of cilostazol 100 mg and ketoconazole 400 mg approximately doubled cilostazol concentrations and altered (increase/decrease) the concentrations of the active metabolites of cilostazol. (Ketoconazole label, Drug interactions)

  • LevomilnacipranSNRIModerate

    Increased Risk of Bleeding : Concomitant use of NSAIDs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin, and other anticoagulants may increase this risk ( 5.5 ). (Levomilnacipran label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Mefenamic acidNSAIDModerate

    Co-morbid conditions such as coagulation disorders or concomitant use of warfarin, other anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) may increase this risk. (Mefenamic acid label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MeloxicamNSAIDModerate

    Co-morbid conditions such as coagulation disorders or concomitant use of warfarin, other anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) may increase this risk. (Meloxicam label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MilnacipranSNRIModerate

    Drugs that Interfere with Hemostasis Concomitant use of milnacipran hydrochloride with an antiplatelet or anticoagulant drug (e.g., NSAIDs, aspirin, and warfarin) may potentiate the risk of bleeding. (Milnacipran label, Drug interactions)

  • Misoprostolprostaglandin analogModerate

    Misoprostol does not exert clinically significant effects on the absorption, blood levels, and antiplatelet effects of therapeutic doses of aspirin. (Misoprostol label, Drug interactions)

  • NaproxenNSAIDModerate

    Concomitant use of warfarin and other anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) may increase this risk. (Naproxen label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Co-morbid conditions such as coagulation disorders or concomitant use of warfarin and other anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), and serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) may increase the risk. (Naproxen and esomeprazole label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Omeprazole and sodium bicarbonateproton pump inhibitorModerate

    When using KONVOMEP, consider alternative antiplatelet therapy [see Drug Interactions ( 7 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OxaprozinNSAIDModerate

    Other factors that increase the risk of GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include longer duration of NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, antiplatelet drugs (such as aspirin), anticoagulants, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs); smoking; use of alcohol; older age; and poor general health status. (Oxaprozin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ParoxetineSSRIModerate

    Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin, and other anticoagulant drugs may increase risk. (Paroxetine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PentoxifyllinemethylxanthineModerate

    DRUG INTERACTIONS Bleeding has been reported in patients treated with pentoxifylline extended-release tablets with or without concomitant NSAIDs, anticoagulants, or platelet aggregation inhibitors. (Pentoxifylline label, Drug interactions)

  • PhenytoinanticonvulsantModerate

    Carbamazepine, felbamate, lamotrigine, topiramate, oxcarbazepine, lacosamide Antilipidemic agents Atorvastatin, fluvastatin, simvastatin Antiplatelets Ticagrelor Antiviral agents Efavirenz, lopinavir/ritonavir, indinavir, nelfinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir Fosamprenavir: phenytoin when given with fosamprenavir alone may decrease the concentration of amprenavir,… (Phenytoin label, Drug interactions)

  • PiroxicamNSAIDModerate

    Other factors that increase the risk of GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include longer duration of NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, antiplatelet drugs (such as aspirin), anticoagulants, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs); smoking; use of alcohol; older age; and poor general health status. (Piroxicam label, Warnings and precautions)

  • SertralineSSRIModerate

    Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin, and other anticoagulants may increase this risk ( 5.3 ) (Sertraline label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Co-morbid conditions such as coagulation disorders or concomitant use of warfarin, other anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) may increase this risk. (Sumatriptan and naproxen label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TenecteplaseModerate

    Should serious bleeding that is not controlled by local pressure occur, discontinue any concomitant heparin or antiplatelet agents immediately and treat appropriately. (Tenecteplase label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TrazodoneantidepressantModerate

    Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin, and other anticoagulants may increase this risk ( 5.5 ). (Trazodone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • VilazodoneSSRIModerate

    Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin, and other anticoagulants may increase this risk ( 5.3 ) (Vilazodone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Vitamin EVitamin and mineralModerate

    Vitamin E can inhibit platelet aggregation and vitamin K-dependent clotting, increasing bleeding risk with anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin E)

  • VortioxetineantidepressantModerate

    • Increased Risk of Bleeding : Concomitant use of aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin, or other drugs that affect coagulation may increase risk ( 5.3 ). (Vortioxetine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • WarfarinanticoagulantModerate

    Table 3: Drugs that Can Increase the Risk of Bleeding Drug Class Specific Drugs Anticoagulants argatroban, dabigatran, bivalirudin, desirudin, heparin, lepirudin Antiplatelet Agents aspirin, cilostazol, clopidogrel, dipyridamole, prasugrel, ticlopidine Non-steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents celecoxib, diclofenac, diflunisal, fenoprofen, ibuprofen, indomethacin,… (Warfarin label, Drug interactions)

Minor mentions (3)

  • EthosuximideanticonvulsantMinor

    If possible, assess the presence of drug-dependent antiplatelet antibodies. (Ethosuximide label, Warnings)

  • Fish oil (omega-3)Herbal and supplementMinor

    Omega-3 supplements may mildly prolong bleeding time; the combination with anticoagulants such as warfarin warrants monitoring, though clinically significant bleeding has not been consistently shown. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Omega-3 Fatty Acids)

  • Garlic (supplement)Herbal and supplementMinor

    Garlic supplements may increase bleeding risk with anticoagulants such as warfarin. (NCCIH, Garlic)

No significant interaction reported (3)

  • DarunavirantiretroviralNo interaction

    Platelet aggregation inhibitor: ticagrelor ↑ ticagrelor Co-administration of PREZISTA/ritonavir and ticagrelor is not recommended. clopidogrel ↓ clopidogrel active metabolite Co-administration of PREZISTA/ritonavir and clopidogrel is not recommended due to potential reduction of the antiplatelet activity of clopidogrel. prasugrel ↔ prasugrel active metabolite… (Darunavir label, Drug interactions)

  • Darunavir and cobicistatantiretroviralNo interaction

    Platelet aggregation inhibitor: ticagrelor ↑ ticagrelor Co-administration of PREZCOBIX or PREZCOBIX PED and ticagrelor is not recommended. clopidogrel ↓ clopidogrel active metabolite Co-administration of PREZCOBIX or PREZCOBIX PED with clopidogrel is not recommended due to the potential reduction of the antiplatelet activity of clopidogrel. prasugrel ↔ prasugrel… (Darunavir and cobicistat label, Drug interactions)

  • Nifedipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerNo interaction

    Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors Clopidogrel: No clinically significant pharmacodynamic interactions were observed when clopidogrel was co-administered with nifedipine. (Nifedipine label, Drug interactions)

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