Lofexidine interactions

Combining alcohol with sedating medicines (opioids, benzodiazepines, sleep medicines, muscle relaxants) can cause dangerous drowsiness, slowed breathing, and overdose. (NIAAA, Harmful Interactions: Mixing Alcohol with Medicines)

• Effects on Driving and Operating Machinery: Patients receiving • alprazolam XR should be cautioned against operating machinery or driving a motor vehicle, as well as avoiding concomitant use of alcohol and other central nervous system (CNS) depressant drugs. (Alprazolam label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Opioid Overdose after Opioid Discontinuation : Patients who complete opioid discontinuation are at an increased risk of fatal overdose should they resume opioid use. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Opioid Overdose after Opioid Discontinuation : Patients who complete opioid discontinuation are at an increased risk of fatal overdose should they resume opioid use. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Opioid Overdose after Opioid Discontinuation : Patients who complete opioid discontinuation are at an increased risk of fatal overdose should they resume opioid use. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Avoid concurrent use of QUZYTTIR with alcohol or other CNS depressants because additional reduction in alertness and additional impairment of CNS performance may occur. (Cetirizine label, Warnings and precautions)

Table 8: Drugs That are Affected by and Affecting Ciprofloxacin Drugs That are Affected by Ciprofloxacin Drug(s) Recommendation Comments Tizanidine Contraindicated Concomitant administration of tizanidine and ciprofloxacin is contraindicated due to the potentiation of hypotensive and sedative effects of tizanidine [see Contraindications ( 4.2 )]. (Ciprofloxacin label, Drug interactions)

Avoid use with other central nervous system (CNS) depressants ( 5.3 ) (Clonidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Use CLOZARIL cautiously in patients with cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease or conditions predisposing to hypotension (e.g., dehydration, use of antihypertensive medications) [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.2 , 2.6 ), Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )]. (Clozapine label, Boxed warning)

Increased Risk of Opioid Overdose after Opioid Discontinuation : Patients who complete opioid discontinuation are at an increased risk of fatal overdose should they resume opioid use. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Opioid Overdose after Opioid Discontinuation : Patients who complete opioid discontinuation are at an increased risk of fatal overdose should they resume opioid use. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Opioid Overdose after Opioid Discontinuation : Patients who complete opioid discontinuation are at an increased risk of fatal overdose should they resume opioid use. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Opioid Overdose after Opioid Discontinuation : Patients who complete opioid discontinuation are at an increased risk of fatal overdose should they resume opioid use. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Opioid Overdose after Opioid Discontinuation : Patients who complete opioid discontinuation are at an increased risk of fatal overdose should they resume opioid use. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Rarely, cardiac arrests and death have been reported in association with the combined use of hydroxyzine hydrochloride intramuscularly and other CNS depressants. (Hydroxyzine label, Precautions)

Benzodiazepines, Opioid Analgesics, or other CNS Depressants : Concomitant use may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, or death. (Ketamine label, Drug interactions)

This may potentiate and prolong hypnotic and sedative effects, especially with repeated dosing or chronic administration of these agents. (Ketoconazole label, Contraindications)

Avoid concurrent use of alcohol or other central nervous system depressants with XYZAL. (Levocetirizine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Opioid Overdose after Opioid Discontinuation : Patients who complete opioid discontinuation are at an increased risk of fatal overdose should they resume opioid use. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Caution patients receiving LOREEV XR against operating machinery or driving a motor vehicle as well to avoid the concomitant use of alcohol and other CNS depressant drugs during treatment ( 5.4 , 7 ) (Lorazepam label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Opioid Overdose after Opioid Discontinuation : Patients who complete opioid discontinuation are at an increased risk of fatal overdose should they resume opioid use. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Opioid Overdose after Opioid Discontinuation : Patients who complete opioid discontinuation are at an increased risk of fatal overdose should they resume opioid use. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Other Antihypertensive Drugs When metolazone tablets, USP, are used with other antihypertensive drugs, particular care must be taken to avoid excessive reduction of blood pressure, especially during initial therapy. (Metolazone label, Warnings)

WARNING: PERSONNEL AND EQUIPMENT FOR MONITORING AND RESUSCITATION, AND RISKS FROM CONCOMITANT USE WITH OPIOID ANALGESICS AND OTHER SEDATIVE-HYPNOTICS Personnel and Equipment for Monitoring and ResuscitationOnly personnel trained in the administration of procedural sedation, and not involved in the conduct of the diagnostic or therapeutic procedure, should administer… (Midazolam label, Boxed warning)

Minoxidil should be reserved for hypertensive patients who do not respond adequately to maximum therapeutic doses of a diuretic and two other antihypertensive agents. (Minoxidil label, Boxed warning)

Increased Risk of Opioid Overdose after Opioid Discontinuation : Patients who complete opioid discontinuation are at an increased risk of fatal overdose should they resume opioid use. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Opioid Overdose after Opioid Discontinuation : Patients who complete opioid discontinuation are at an increased risk of fatal overdose should they resume opioid use. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

…(selective blocker of Na v 1.8 sodium channels): suzetrigine • Opioid antagonists: naloxegol • PDE5 inhibitor: sildenafil (Revatio ® ) when used for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) • Sedative/hypnotics: triazolam, oral midazolam • Serotonin receptor 1A agonist/serotonin receptor 2A antagonist: flibanserin • Vasopressin receptor antagonists: tolvaptan ➢ Drugs that… (Nirmatrelvir and ritonavir label, Contraindications)

Increased Risk of Opioid Overdose after Opioid Discontinuation : Patients who complete opioid discontinuation are at an increased risk of fatal overdose should they resume opioid use. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Avoid concurrent use of alcohol or other central nervous system depressants with olopatadine hydrochloride nasal spray ( 5.2 ). (Olopatadine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Opioid Overdose after Opioid Discontinuation : Patients who complete opioid discontinuation are at an increased risk of fatal overdose should they resume opioid use. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Opioid Overdose after Opioid Discontinuation : Patients who complete opioid discontinuation are at an increased risk of fatal overdose should they resume opioid use. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Opioid Overdose after Opioid Discontinuation : Patients who complete opioid discontinuation are at an increased risk of fatal overdose should they resume opioid use. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Opioid Overdose after Opioid Discontinuation : Patients who complete opioid discontinuation are at an increased risk of fatal overdose should they resume opioid use. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Phenelzine sulfate should not be used in combination with dextromethorphan or with CNS depressants such as alcohol and certain narcotics. (Phenelzine label, Contraindications)

WARNING: DRUG-DRUG INTERACTIONS LEADING TO POTENTIALLY SERIOUS AND/OR LIFE THREATENING REACTIONS Co-administration of NORVIR with several classes of drugs including sedative hypnotics, antiarrhythmics, or ergot alkaloid preparations may result in potentially serious and/or life-threatening adverse events due to possible effects of NORVIR on the hepatic metabolism… (Ritonavir label, Boxed warning)

Abuse or misuse of illicit GHB, either alone or in combination with other CNS depressants, is associated with CNS adverse reactions, including seizure, respiratory depression, decreases in the level of consciousness, coma, and death [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )]. (Sodium oxybate label, Boxed warning)

…coadministration of an alpha-blocker and CIALIS for the treatment of BPH has not been adequately studied, and due to the potential vasodilatory effects of combined use resulting in blood pressure lowering, the combination of CIALIS and alpha-blockers is not recommended for the treatment of BPH. [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.7 ), Drug Interactions ( 7.1 ),… (Tadalafil label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Opioid Overdose after Opioid Discontinuation : Patients who complete opioid discontinuation are at an increased risk of fatal overdose should they resume opioid use. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Opioid Overdose after Opioid Discontinuation : Patients who complete opioid discontinuation are at an increased risk of fatal overdose should they resume opioid use. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

• Effects on Driving and Operating Heavy Machinery : Patients receiving triazolam should be cautioned against driving or operating heavy machinery, as well as avoiding concomitant use with alcohol and other CNS depressant drugs. (Triazolam label, Warnings and precautions)

The use of zaleplon with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended (see ). (Zaleplon label, Warnings)

The use of Zolpidem Tartrate with other sedative-hypnotics (including other zolpidem products) at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Zolpidem label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Inform patients also that the central nervous system depressant effects of allopurinol tablets may be additive to those of alcohol and other CNS depressants. (Allopurinol label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

There was also a slightly greater proportion of patients on NUVIGIL requiring new or increased use of antihypertensive medications (2.9%) compared to patients on placebo (1.8%). (Armodafinil label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Because of its relative beta 1 selectivity, however, TENORMIN may be used with caution in patients with bronchospastic disease who do not respond to, or cannot tolerate, other antihypertensive treatment. (Atenolol label, Warnings)

Antihypertensive Drugs Prevention or Management Increase the frequency of monitoring blood pressure and adjust atomoxetine oral solution dosage as clinically appropriate. (Atomoxetine label, Drug interactions)

• Use of avanafil with alpha-blockers, other antihypertensives, or substantial amounts of alcohol (greater than 3 units) may lead to hypotension ( 2.3 , 5.6 , 5.7 ) (Avanafil label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Sedatives/Hypnotics: midazolam (oral) triazolam ↑ midazolam (oral) ↑ triazolam Use caution when midazolam or triazolam is concomitantly administered with BIXLENVO. (Bictegravir, emtricitabine, and tenofovir alafenamide label, Drug interactions)

Because of its relative beta 1 -selectivity, however, BISOPROLOL FUMARATE may be used with caution in patients with bronchospastic disease who do not respond to, or who cannot tolerate other antihypertensive treatment. (Bisoprolol label, Warnings)

Because of the relative beta 1 -selectivity of bisoprolol fumarate, bisoprolol fumarate and hydrochlorothiazide tablets may be used with caution in patients with bronchospastic disease who do not respond to, or who cannot tolerate other antihypertensive treatment. (Bisoprolol and hydrochlorothiazide label, Warnings)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Use with CNS depressants may result in an additive or potentiating effect. (Brimonidine label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Antihypertensives Bumetanide may potentiate the effect of various antihypertensive drugs, necessitating a reduction in the dosage of these drugs. (Bumetanide label, Drug interactions)

CYP2D6 Inhibitors : Concomitant use of paroxetine resulted in increased plasma levels of Lofexidine tablets. (Lofexidine label, Drug interactions)

Triazolam/flurazepam: Coadministration of buspirone with either triazolam or flurazepam did not appear to prolong or intensify the sedative effects of either benzodiazepine. (Buspirone label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Antihypertensive drugs: May cause symptomatic postural hypotension. (Carbidopa and levodopa label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

COREG may be used with caution, however, in patients who do not respond to, or cannot tolerate, other antihypertensive agents. (Carvedilol label, Warnings and precautions)

Intervention: During concomitant use of VYSCOXA with diuretics, observe patients for signs of worsening renal function, in addition to assuring diuretic efficacy including antihypertensive effects [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ]. (Celecoxib label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Effect of chlorthalidone on other drugs Chlorthalidone may add to or potentiate the action of other antihypertensive drugs. (Chlorthalidone label, Drug interactions)

CYP2D6 Inhibitors : Concomitant use of paroxetine resulted in increased plasma levels of Lofexidine tablets. (Lofexidine label, Drug interactions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

If hypertension persists, the dose of Neoral should be further reduced or blood pressure should be controlled with antihypertensive agents. (Cyclosporine label, Precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

CYP2D6 Inhibitors : Concomitant use of paroxetine resulted in increased plasma levels of Lofexidine tablets. (Lofexidine label, Drug interactions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

• Antihypertensive Drugs: Monitor blood pressure. (Dexmethylphenidate label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Intervention: During concomitant use of Diclofenac Potassium with diuretics, observe patients for signs of worsening renal function, in addition to assuring diuretic efficacy including antihypertensive effects [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] . (Diclofenac label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

CYP2D6 Inhibitors : Concomitant use of paroxetine resulted in increased plasma levels of Lofexidine tablets. (Lofexidine label, Drug interactions)

Epinephrine may antagonize the neuronal blockade produced by guanethidine resulting in decreased antihypertensive effect and requiring increased dosage of the latter. (Epinephrine label, Drug interactions)

The administration of other potassium-sparing antihypertensives with NSAIDs has been shown to reduce the antihypertensive effect in some patients and result in severe hyperkalemia in patients with impaired renal function. (Eplerenone label, Drug interactions)

Following initiation and titration of Epogen, approximately 25% of patients on dialysis required initiation of or increases in antihypertensive therapy; hypertensive encephalopathy and seizures have been reported in patients with CKD receiving Epogen. (Epoetin alfa label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

• Antihypertensive agents clonidine, guanfacine, or moxonidine: Beta blockers also increase the risk of clonidine-, guanfacine-, or moxonidine-withdrawal rebound hypertension. (Esmolol label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

CYP2D6 Inhibitors : Concomitant use of paroxetine resulted in increased plasma levels of Lofexidine tablets. (Lofexidine label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Monitor for changes in blood pressure and adjust the dose of other antihypertensive drugs if needed. (Furosemide label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Intervention: During concomitant use of CALDOLOR with diuretics, observe patients for signs of worsening renal function, in addition to assuring diuretic efficacy including antihypertensive effects [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ) ]. (Ibuprofen label, Drug interactions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

CYP2D6 Inhibitors : Concomitant use of paroxetine resulted in increased plasma levels of Lofexidine tablets. (Lofexidine label, Drug interactions)

Drug Interactions Other Antihypertensives: Indapamide may add to or potentiate the action of other antihypertensive drugs. (Indapamide label, Drug interactions)

Monitor patients to assure diuretic efficacy including antihypertensive effects ( 7 ) (Indomethacin label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

When a diuretic is added to the therapy of a patient receiving lisinopril, an additional antihypertensive effect is usually observed (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION ). (Lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide label, Drug interactions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Intervention: During concomitant use of QAMZOVA with diuretics, observe patients for signs of worsening renal function, in addition to assuring diuretic efficacy including antihypertensive effects [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ) ]. (Meloxicam label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Oral Naltrexone : Concomitant use may reduce efficacy of oral naltrexone. (Lofexidine label, Drug interactions)

Antihypertensive Drugs: Monitor blood pressure. (Methylphenidate label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

CYP2D6 Inhibitors : Concomitant use of paroxetine resulted in increased plasma levels of Lofexidine tablets. (Lofexidine label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

However, a retrospective analysis of the use of antihypertensive medication in these studies showed that a greater proportion of patients on PROVIGIL required new or increased use of antihypertensive medications (2.4%) compared to patients on placebo (0.7%). (Modafinil label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Oral Naltrexone : Concomitant use may reduce efficacy of oral naltrexone. (Lofexidine label, Drug interactions)

Oral Naltrexone : Concomitant use may reduce efficacy of oral naltrexone. (Lofexidine label, Drug interactions)

Oral Naltrexone : Concomitant use may reduce efficacy of oral naltrexone. (Lofexidine label, Drug interactions)

Oral Naltrexone : Concomitant use may reduce efficacy of oral naltrexone. (Lofexidine label, Drug interactions)

( 5.3 Hepatotoxicity) Hypertension: Patients taking some antihypertensive medications may have impaired response to these therapies when taking NSAIDs. (Naproxen label, Warnings and precautions)

Antihypertensive Therapy Niacin may potentiate the effects of ganglionic blocking agents and vasoactive drugs resulting in postural hypotension. (Niacin label, Drug interactions)

Antihypertensives: Possible additive hypotensive effects. (Nitroglycerin label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

CYP2D6 Inhibitors : Concomitant use of paroxetine resulted in increased plasma levels of Lofexidine tablets. (Lofexidine label, Drug interactions)

Small decreases in blood pressure have been observed in some patients treated with pentoxifylline extended-release tablets; periodic systemic blood pressure monitoring is recommended for patients receiving concomitant antihypertensive therapy. (Pentoxifylline label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Syncopal episodes have usually occurred within 30 to 90 minutes of the initial dose of the drug; occasionally, they have been reported in association with rapid dosage increases or the introduction of another antihypertensive drug into the regimen of a patient taking high doses of prazosin hydrochloride capsules. (Prazosin label, Warnings)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

CYP2D6 Inhibitors : Concomitant use of paroxetine resulted in increased plasma levels of Lofexidine tablets. (Lofexidine label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Caution is advised when SILDENAFIL ORAL FILM is co-administered with alpha-blockers or antihypertensives. (Sildenafil label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Thiazides may add to or potentiate the action of other antihypertensive drugs. (Spironolactone and hydrochlorothiazide label, Warnings)

Monitor patients to assure diuretic efficacy including antihypertensive effects. (Sumatriptan and naproxen label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of Hypotension with Concomitant Use of Other Antihypertensive Agents and Phospodiesterase Type 5 Inhibitors (PDE5-I): Concomitant administration of TEZRULY with antihypertensives or phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE-5) inhibitors can result in additive blood pressure lowering effects and symptomatic hypotension (5.3). (Terazosin label, Warnings and precautions)

CYP2D6 Inhibitors : Concomitant use of paroxetine resulted in increased plasma levels of Lofexidine tablets. (Lofexidine label, Drug interactions)

In patients with hypertension on antihypertensive therapy, KYZATREX® increased the mean systolic/diastolic BP by 3.4/0.7 mm Hg from baseline after 4 months of treatment and 3.1/1.0 mm Hg from baseline after 6 months of treatment. [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ]. (Testosterone label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

25% increase Diazepam Benzodiazepines increase CNS concentrations of adenosine, a potent CNS depressant, while theophylline blocks adenosine receptors. (Theophylline label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Excessive reduction of blood glucose (additive effect) f CNS depressant agents (including opioids, alcohol, sedatives, hypnotics) Use with caution d Increased CNS depression Dietary supplements containing sympathomimetics Contraindicated a Antidepressants including but not limited to: Other MAOIs (e.g., linezolid, intravenous methylene blue, selective MAOIs)… (Tranylcypromine label, Drug interactions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Thiazides may add to or potentiate the action of other antihypertensive drugs. (Triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide label, Drug interactions)

Concurrent use of alcohol or other CNS depressants with trihexyphenidyl HCl may cause increased sedative effects. (Trihexyphenidyl label, Drug interactions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of CNS Depression with Concomitant use of CNS Depressant Drugs : Lofexidine tablets potentiates the CNS depressant effects of benzodiazepines and may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedating drugs. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Most epidemiologic studies examining fetal abnormalities after exposure to antihypertensive use in the first trimester have not distinguished drugs affecting the renin-angiotensin system from other antihypertensive agents. (Captopril label, Warnings)

Drug Interactions ACE-inhibitors Reports suggest that NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE-inhibitors. (Etodolac label, Drug interactions)

Most epidemiologic studies examining fetal abnormalities after exposure to antihypertensive use in the first trimester have not distinguished drugs affecting the renin-angiotensin system from other antihypertensive agents. (Fosinopril label, Warnings)

When other potent parenteral antihypertensive drugs, such as diazoxide, are used in combination with hydralazine, patients should be continuously observed for several hours for any excessive fall in blood pressure. (Hydralazine label, Drug interactions)

In a study in hypertensive patients, addition of isradipine to existing hydrochlorothiazide therapy did not result in any unexpected adverse effects, and isradipine had an additional antihypertensive effect. (Isradipine label, Drug interactions)

Reports suggest that NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors and/or angiotensin II receptor antagonists. (Ketorolac label, Drug interactions)

Drug Interactions When methyldopa is used with other antihypertensive drugs, potentiation of antihypertensive effect may occur. (Methyldopa label, Drug interactions)

Because of its relative beta 1 cardio-selectivity, however, Metoprolol Tartrate Tablets may be used in patients with bronchospastic disease who do not respond to, or cannot tolerate, other antihypertensive treatment. (Metoprolol label, Warnings and precautions)

Most epidemiologic studies examining fetal abnormalities after exposure to antihypertensive use in the first trimester have not distinguished drugs affecting the renin-angiotensin system from other antihypertensive agents. (Moexipril label, Warnings)

Drug Interactions: ACE-inhibitors: Reports suggest that NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE-inhibitors. (Nabumetone label, Drug interactions)

The blood pressure effect of SULAR tended to be greater in patients on atenolol than in patients on no other antihypertensive therapy. (Nisoldipine label, Drug interactions)

Most epidemiologic studies examining fetal abnormalities after exposure to antihypertensive use in the first trimester have not distinguished drugs affecting the renin-angiotensin system from other antihypertensive agents. (Quinapril label, Warnings)

Most epidemiologic studies examining fetal abnormalities after exposure to antihypertensive use in the first trimester have not distinguished drugs affecting the renin-angiotensin system from other antihypertensive agents. (Trandolapril label, Warnings)

…adjustment is needed when SINGULAIR is co-administered with theophylline, prednisone, prednisolone, oral contraceptives, fexofenadine, digoxin, warfarin, gemfibrozil, itraconazole, thyroid hormones, sedative hypnotics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, benzodiazepines, decongestants, and Cytochrome P450 (CYP) enzyme inducers [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Montelukast label, Drug interactions)