Nizatidine interactions

Nizatidine (Axid), an H2 blocker has 67 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 7 major, 32 moderate, 9 minor, and 19 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 (7)

  • • Gastric Acid Reducing Agents: Avoid co-administration with proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). (Acalabrutinib label, Drug interactions)

  • Use of RPV with proton pump inhibitors is contraindicated and use of RPV with H 2 -receptor antagonists requires staggered administration [see Contraindications (4) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Emtricitabine, rilpivirine, and tenofovir label, Drug interactions)

  • FamotidineH2 blockerMajor

    Famotidine Injection is contraindicated in patients with a history of serious hypersensitivity reactions (e.g., anaphylaxis) to famotidine or other H 2 -receptor antagonists. (Famotidine label, Contraindications)

  • Ibuprofen and famotidine tablet should not be administered to patients with a history of hypersensitivity to other H 2 -receptor antagonists. (Ibuprofen and famotidine label, Contraindications)

  • MethylphenidateCNS stimulantMajor

    Intervention Concomitant use of methylphenidate extended-release orally disintegrating tablets with a gastric pH modulator (i.e., a H2-blocker or a proton pump inhibitor) is not recommended. (Methylphenidate label, Drug interactions)

  • Concomitant Use With Gastric Acid-Reducing Agents : Avoid concomitant use of VOTRIENT with gastric acid-reducing agents. (Pazopanib label, Drug interactions)

  • RisedronatebisphosphonateMajor

    Concomitant administration of Risedronate sodium delayed-release and H 2 blockers or PPIs is not recommended. (Risedronate label, Drug interactions)

Moderate interactions (32)

  • AspirinNSAIDModerate

    In patients given very high doses (3,900 mg) of aspirin daily, increases in serum salicylate levels were seen when nizatidine, 150 mg b.i.d., was administered concurrently. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • Aspirin and dipyridamoleantiplatelet agentModerate

    In patients given very high doses (3,900 mg) of aspirin daily, increases in serum salicylate levels were seen when nizatidine, 150 mg b.i.d., was administered concurrently. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • AtazanavirantiretroviralModerate

    Reduced plasma concentrations of atazanavir are expected if proton-pump inhibitors, antacids, buffered medications, or H 2 -receptor antagonists are administered with REYATAZ [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.3 , 2.4 , 2.5 and 2.6) ] . (Atazanavir label, Drug interactions)

  • BalsalazidesalicylateModerate

    In patients given very high doses (3,900 mg) of aspirin daily, increases in serum salicylate levels were seen when nizatidine, 150 mg b.i.d., was administered concurrently. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • Bismuth subsalicylatesalicylateModerate

    In patients given very high doses (3,900 mg) of aspirin daily, increases in serum salicylate levels were seen when nizatidine, 150 mg b.i.d., was administered concurrently. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • BosutinibModerate

    Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPI) As an alternative to PPIs, use short-acting antacids or H2 blockers and separate dosing by more than 2 hours from BOSULIF dosing. (Bosutinib label, Drug interactions)

  • In patients given very high doses (3,900 mg) of aspirin daily, increases in serum salicylate levels were seen when nizatidine, 150 mg b.i.d., was administered concurrently. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • In patients given very high doses (3,900 mg) of aspirin daily, increases in serum salicylate levels were seen when nizatidine, 150 mg b.i.d., was administered concurrently. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • CefpodoximecephalosporinModerate

    Drug Interactions Antacids Concomitant administration of high doses of antacids (sodium bicarbonate and aluminum hydroxide) or H 2 blockers reduces peak plasma levels by 24% to 42% and the extent of absorption by 27% to 32%, respectively. (Cefpodoxime label, Drug interactions)

  • DiflunisalNSAIDModerate

    In patients given very high doses (3,900 mg) of aspirin daily, increases in serum salicylate levels were seen when nizatidine, 150 mg b.i.d., was administered concurrently. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • ErlotinibModerate

    Drugs the Increase Gastric pH Co-administration of erlotinib with proton pump inhibitors (e.g., omeprazole) and H-2 receptor antagonists (e.g., ranitidine) decreased erlotinib exposure [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Erlotinib label, Drug interactions)

  • FosamprenavirantiretroviralModerate

    Histamine H 2 -receptor antagonists: Cimetidine, famotidine, nizatidine, ranitidine a Fosamprenavir calcium: ↓ Amprenavir Fosamprenavir calcium/ritonavir: Interaction not evaluated Use with caution. (Fosamprenavir label, Drug interactions)

  • FosphenytoinanticonvulsantModerate

    …Azoles Fluconazole, ketoconazole, itraconazole, miconazole, voriconazole Antineoplastic agents Capecitabine, fluorouracil Antidepressants Fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, sertraline Gastric acid reducing agents H 2 antagonists (cimetidine), omeprazole Sulfonamides Sulfamethizole, sulfaphenazole, sulfadiazine, sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim Other Acute alcohol intake, amiodarone,… (Fosphenytoin label, Drug interactions)

  • GefitinibModerate

    Drugs Affecting Gastric pH Drugs that elevate gastric pH (e.g., proton pump inhibitors, histamine H 2 -receptor antagonists, and antacids) may reduce plasma concentrations of gefitinib. (Gefitinib label, Drug interactions)

  • GlimepiridesulfonylureaModerate

    …glimepiride, increasing the susceptibility to and/or intensity of hypoglycemia: oral anti-diabetic medications, pramlintide acetate, insulin, angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, H 2 receptor antagonists, fibrates, propoxyphene, pentoxifylline, somatostatin analogs, anabolic steroids and androgens, cyclophosphamide, phenyramidol, guanethidine, fluconazole, sulfinpyrazone,… (Glimepiride label, Drug interactions)

  • GlipizidesulfonylureaModerate

    …angiotensin II receptor blocking agents, disopyramide, fibrates, fluoxetine, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, pentoxifylline, pramlintide, propoxyphene, salicylates, somatostatin analogs (e.g., octreotide), sulfonamide antibiotics, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents, chloramphenicol, probenecid, coumarins, voriconazole, H2 receptor antagonists, and quinolones. (Glipizide label, Drug interactions)

  • IbandronatebisphosphonateModerate

    H2 Blockers In healthy volunteers, co-administration with ranitidine resulted in a 20% increased bioavailability of ibandronate, which was not considered to be clinically relevant (see CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY [12.3] ) . (Ibandronate label, Drug interactions)

  • Itraconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    Gastrointestinal Drugs Drugs that reduce gastric acidity e.g. acid neutralizing medicines such as aluminum hydroxide, or acid secretion suppressors such as H 2 - receptor antagonists and proton pump inhibitors (e.g., omeprazole). (Itraconazole label, Drug interactions)

  • Ketoconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    Drugs that may decrease ketoconazole plasma concentrations Drugs that reduce the gastric acidity (e.g., acid neutralizing medicines such as aluminum hydroxide, or acid secretion suppressors such as H 2 -receptor antagonists and proton pump inhibitors) impair the absorption of ketoconazole from ketoconazole tablets. (Ketoconazole label, Drug interactions)

  • Ledipasvir and sofosbuvirantiviralModerate

    Concomitant Drug Class: Drug Name Effect on Concentration ↓ = decrease, ↑ = increase Clinical Comment tenofovir DF = tenofovir disoproxil fumarate Acid Reducing Agents: ↓ ledipasvir Ledipasvir solubility decreases as pH increases. (Ledipasvir and sofosbuvir label, Drug interactions)

  • In patients given very high doses (3,900 mg) of aspirin daily, increases in serum salicylate levels were seen when nizatidine, 150 mg b.i.d., was administered concurrently. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • MesalaminesalicylateModerate

    In patients given very high doses (3,900 mg) of aspirin daily, increases in serum salicylate levels were seen when nizatidine, 150 mg b.i.d., was administered concurrently. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • Anaphylactic Shock and Hypersensitivity Reactions: Premedicate all patients with a combination of an H1-antihistamine, an H2 blocker, and a leukotriene inhibitor prior to each APHEXDA dose. (Motixafortide label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OctreotideModerate

    Proton Pump Inhibitors, H2-receptor Antagonists, or Antacids: may decrease bioavailability of MYCAPSSA and the MYCAPSSA dose may need to be increased (‎ 7 ). (Octreotide label, Drug interactions)

  • In patients given very high doses (3,900 mg) of aspirin daily, increases in serum salicylate levels were seen when nizatidine, 150 mg b.i.d., was administered concurrently. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • PhenytoinanticonvulsantModerate

    …Azoles Fluconazole, ketoconazole, itraconazole, miconazole, voriconazole Antineoplastic agents Capecitabine, fluorouracil Antidepressants Fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, sertraline Gastric acid reducing agents H 2 antagonists (cimetidine), omeprazole Sulfonamides Sulfamethizole, sulfaphenazole, sulfadiazine, sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim Other Acute alcohol intake, amiodarone,… (Phenytoin label, Drug interactions)

  • Pioglitazone and glimepiridethiazolidinedioneModerate

    …tablets, increasing the susceptibility to and/or intensity of hypoglycemia: oral anti-diabetic medications, pramlintide acetate, insulin, angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, H2 receptor antagonists, fibrates, propoxyphene, pentoxifylline, somatostatin analogs, anabolic steroids and androgens, cyclophosphamide, phenyramidol, guanethidine, fluconazole, sulfinpyrazone,… (Pioglitazone and glimepiride label, Drug interactions)

  • RilpivirineantiretroviralModerate

    H 2 -Receptor Antagonists: cimetidine famotidine nizatidine ranitidine ↔ rilpivirine (famotidine taken 12 hours before rilpivirine or 4 hours after rilpivirine) The combination of EDURANT or EDURANT PED and H 2 -receptor antagonists should be used with caution as coadministration may cause significant decreases in rilpivirine plasma concentrations (increase in… (Rilpivirine label, Drug interactions)

  • SalsalateNSAIDModerate

    In patients given very high doses (3,900 mg) of aspirin daily, increases in serum salicylate levels were seen when nizatidine, 150 mg b.i.d., was administered concurrently. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • Clinical Effect/Recommendation Acid Reducing Agents: ↓ velpatasvir Velpatasvir solubility decreases as pH increases. (Sofosbuvir and velpatasvir label, Drug interactions)

  • SulfasalazinesulfonamideModerate

    In patients given very high doses (3,900 mg) of aspirin daily, increases in serum salicylate levels were seen when nizatidine, 150 mg b.i.d., was administered concurrently. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • TemsirolimusModerate

    …physician, treatment may be resumed with the administration of an H 1 -receptor antagonist (such as diphenhydramine), if not previously administered [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) ] , and/or an H 2 -receptor antagonist (such as intravenous famotidine 20 mg or intravenous ranitidine 50 mg) approximately 30 minutes before restarting the TORISEL infusion. (Temsirolimus label, Warnings and precautions)

Minor mentions (9)

  • CefaclorcephalosporinMinor

    Drug Interactions Antacids The extent of absorption of cefaclor extended-release tablets is diminished if magnesium or aluminum hydroxide-containing antacids are taken within 1 hour of administration; H 2 blockers do not alter either the rate or the extent of absorption of cefaclor extended-release tablets. (Cefaclor label, Drug interactions)

  • Darunavir and cobicistatantiretroviralMinor

    …drug-drug interactions have not been observed or are not anticipated with concomitant use of darunavir and cobicistat with rilpivirine, dolutegravir, raltegravir, abacavir, emtricitabine, emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide, tenofovir DF, lamivudine, stavudine, zidovudine, or acid modifying medications (antacids, H 2 -receptor antagonists, proton pump inhibitors). (Darunavir and cobicistat label, Drug interactions)

  • IronVitamin and mineralMinor

    Acid-reducing medicines lower stomach acid and can reduce the amount of iron absorbed from supplements and food. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Iron)

  • LapatinibP-glycoprotein inhibitorMinor

    Acid-Reducing Agents The aqueous solubility of lapatinib is pH dependent, with higher pH resulting in lower solubility. (Lapatinib label, Drug interactions)

  • MidazolambenzodiazepineMinor

    No change in choice reaction time or sedation index was detected after dosing with the H2 receptor antagonists. (Midazolam label, Drug interactions)

  • MoexiprilACE inhibitorMinor

    Moexipril hydrochloride has been used in clinical trials concomitantly with calcium-channel-blocking agents, diuretics, H 2 blockers, digoxin, oral hypoglycemic agents, and cholesterol-lowering agents. (Moexipril label, Drug interactions)

  • Nisoldipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMinor

    No pharmacodynamic effects of either histamine H 2 receptor antagonist were observed. (Nisoldipine label, Drug interactions)

  • Prasugrelantiplatelet agentMinor

    Effient can be administered with aspirin (75 mg to 325 mg per day), heparin, GPIIb/IIIa inhibitors, statins, digoxin, and drugs that elevate gastric pH, including proton pump inhibitors and H 2 blockers [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Prasugrel label, Drug interactions)

  • Vitamin B12Vitamin and mineralMinor

    Long-term acid-reducing therapy interferes with B12 absorption from food and can lead to deficiency. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin B12)

No significant interaction reported (19)

  • Allopurinolxanthine oxidase inhibitorNo interaction

    Drug Interactions No interactions have been observed between nizatidine and theophylline, chlordiazepoxide, lorazepam, lidocaine, phenytoin, and warfarin. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • Alvimopanopioid antagonistNo interaction

    Effects of Concomitant Acid Blockers or Antibiotics A population pharmacokinetic analysis suggests that the pharmacokinetics of alvimopan were not affected by concomitant administration of acid blockers (proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), histamine-2 (H 2 ) receptor antagonists) or antibiotics. (Alvimopan label, Drug interactions)

  • AminophyllinemethylxanthineNo interaction

    Drug Interactions No interactions have been observed between nizatidine and theophylline, chlordiazepoxide, lorazepam, lidocaine, phenytoin, and warfarin. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • Drug Interactions No interactions have been observed between nizatidine and theophylline, chlordiazepoxide, lorazepam, lidocaine, phenytoin, and warfarin. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • Drug Interactions No interactions have been observed between nizatidine and theophylline, chlordiazepoxide, lorazepam, lidocaine, phenytoin, and warfarin. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • ChlordiazepoxidebenzodiazepineNo interaction

    Drug Interactions No interactions have been observed between nizatidine and theophylline, chlordiazepoxide, lorazepam, lidocaine, phenytoin, and warfarin. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • Chlordiazepoxide and clidiniumbenzodiazepineNo interaction

    Drug Interactions No interactions have been observed between nizatidine and theophylline, chlordiazepoxide, lorazepam, lidocaine, phenytoin, and warfarin. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • DesloratadineantihistamineNo interaction

    …safety profile of desloratadine. [See Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) .] 7.3 Cimetidine In controlled clinical studies co-administration of desloratadine with cimetidine, a histamine H2-receptor antagonist, resulted in increased plasma concentrations of desloratadine and 3 hydroxydesloratadine, but there were no clinically relevant changes in the safety profile… (Desloratadine label, Drug interactions)

  • Ergotamine and caffeineergot alkaloidNo interaction

    Drug Interactions No interactions have been observed between nizatidine and theophylline, chlordiazepoxide, lorazepam, lidocaine, phenytoin, and warfarin. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • Febuxostatxanthine oxidase inhibitorNo interaction

    Drug Interactions No interactions have been observed between nizatidine and theophylline, chlordiazepoxide, lorazepam, lidocaine, phenytoin, and warfarin. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • Lidocainelocal anestheticNo interaction

    Drug Interactions No interactions have been observed between nizatidine and theophylline, chlordiazepoxide, lorazepam, lidocaine, phenytoin, and warfarin. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • Lidocaine and epinephrinelocal anestheticNo interaction

    Drug Interactions No interactions have been observed between nizatidine and theophylline, chlordiazepoxide, lorazepam, lidocaine, phenytoin, and warfarin. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • Lidocaine and prilocainelocal anestheticNo interaction

    Drug Interactions No interactions have been observed between nizatidine and theophylline, chlordiazepoxide, lorazepam, lidocaine, phenytoin, and warfarin. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • LorazepambenzodiazepineNo interaction

    Drug Interactions No interactions have been observed between nizatidine and theophylline, chlordiazepoxide, lorazepam, lidocaine, phenytoin, and warfarin. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • PentoxifyllinemethylxanthineNo interaction

    Drug Interactions No interactions have been observed between nizatidine and theophylline, chlordiazepoxide, lorazepam, lidocaine, phenytoin, and warfarin. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • Posaconazoleazole antifungalNo interaction

    No clinically relevant effects on the pharmacokinetics of Noxafil delayed-release tablets were observed during concomitant use with antacids, H 2 -receptor antagonists and proton pump inhibitors, and metoclopramide [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Posaconazole label, Drug interactions)

  • TadalafilPDE5 inhibitorNo interaction

    H 2 Antagonists (e.g. Nizatidine) — An increase in gastric pH resulting from administration of nizatidine had no significant effect on pharmacokinetics. (Tadalafil label, Drug interactions)

  • TheophyllinemethylxanthineNo interaction

    Drug Interactions No interactions have been observed between nizatidine and theophylline, chlordiazepoxide, lorazepam, lidocaine, phenytoin, and warfarin. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

  • WarfarinanticoagulantNo interaction

    Drug Interactions No interactions have been observed between nizatidine and theophylline, chlordiazepoxide, lorazepam, lidocaine, phenytoin, and warfarin. (Nizatidine label, Drug interactions)

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