Propylthiouracil interactions

Propylthiouracil (PTU), an antithyroid drug has 130 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 14 major, 58 moderate, 57 minor, and 1 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.

Major interactions (14)

  • Clomipheneselective estrogen receptor modulatorMajor

    Clomiphene citrate tablets are contraindicated in patients with uncontrolled thyroid or adrenal dysfunction or in the presence of an organic intracranial lesion such as pituitary tumor (see INDICATIONS AND USAGE). (Clomiphene label, Contraindications)

  • DexamethasonecorticosteroidMajor

    When concomitant administration of corticosteroids and levothyroxine is required, administration of corticosteroid should precede the initiation of levothyroxine therapy to avoid adrenal crisis. (Dexamethasone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Dorzolamide and timololcarbonic anhydrase inhibitorMajor

    Patients suspected of developing thyrotoxicosis should be managed carefully to avoid abrupt withdrawal of beta-adrenergic blocking agents that might precipitate a thyroid storm. (Dorzolamide and timolol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DulaglutideGLP-1 receptor agonistMajor

    WARNING: RISK OF THYROID C-CELL TUMORS In male and female rats, dulaglutide causes a dose-related and treatment-duration-dependent increase in the incidence of thyroid C-cell tumors (adenomas and carcinomas) after lifetime exposure. (Dulaglutide label, Boxed warning)

  • LiraglutideGLP-1 receptor agonistMajor

    WARNING: RISK OF THYROID C-CELL TUMORS • Liraglutide causes dose-dependent and treatment-duration-dependent thyroid C-cell tumors at clinically relevant exposures in both genders of rats and mice. (Liraglutide label, Boxed warning)

  • Methimazoleantithyroid drugMajor

    Propylthiouracil should be reserved for patients who cannot tolerate methimazole and in whom radioactive iodine therapy or surgery are not appropriate treatments for the management of hyperthyroidism. (Propylthiouracil label, Boxed warning)

  • Nadololbeta blockerMajor

    Patients suspected of developing thyrotoxicosis should be managed carefully to avoid abrupt withdrawal of beta-adrenergic blockade which might precipitate a thyroid storm. (Nadolol label, Warnings)

  • Pindololbeta blockerMajor

    Patients suspected of developing thyrotoxicosis should be managed carefully to avoid abrupt withdrawal of beta-blockade which might precipitate a thyroid crisis. (Pindolol label, Warnings)

  • Propranololbeta blockerMajor

    Avoid abrupt withdrawal of beta-blockade, which may precipitate a thyroid storm. (Propranolol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • SemaglutideGLP-1 receptor agonistMajor

    WARNING: RISK OF THYROID C-CELL TUMORS • In rodents, semaglutide causes dose-dependent and treatment-duration-dependent thyroid C-cell tumors at clinically relevant exposures. (Semaglutide label, Boxed warning)

  • Sotalolbeta blockerMajor

    Thyroid Abnormalities Avoid abrupt withdrawal of beta-blockade which might be followed by an exacerbation of symptoms of hyperthyroidism, including thyroid storm. (Sotalol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Timololbeta blockerMajor

    Patients suspected of developing thyrotoxicosis should be managed carefully to avoid abrupt withdrawal of beta-adrenergic blocking agents that might precipitate a thyroid storm. (Timolol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TirzepatideGLP-1 receptor agonistMajor

    WARNING: RISK OF THYROID C-CELL TUMORS In rats, tirzepatide causes dose-dependent and treatment-duration-dependent thyroid C-cell tumors at clinically relevant exposures. (Tirzepatide label, Boxed warning)

  • TranylcypromineMAO inhibitorMajor

    People who have thyroid problems (hyperthyroidism) may have a higher chance of having a hypertensive crisis. (Tranylcypromine label, Boxed warning)

Moderate interactions (58)

  • AlendronatebisphosphonateModerate

    Levothyroxine The bioavailability of alendronate was slightly decreased when BINOSTO and levothyroxine were co-administered to healthy subjects [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Alendronate label, Drug interactions)

  • Allopurinolxanthine oxidase inhibitorModerate

    Theophylline: Theophylline clearance may decrease when hyperthyroid patients on a stable theophylline regimen become euthyroid; a reduced dose of theophylline may be needed. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • AmiodaroneantiarrhythmicModerate

    Thyroid Abnormalities Nexterone inhibits peripheral conversion of throxine (T4) to triiodothyronine (T3) and may cause increased T3 levels, and increased levels of inactive reverse T3 (rT3) in clinically euthyroid patients. (Amiodarone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ApixabananticoagulantModerate

    Drug Interactions Anticoagulants (oral): Due to the potential inhibition of vitamin K activity by propylthiouracil, the activity of oral anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin) may be increased; additional monitoring of PT/INR should be considered, especially before surgical procedures. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • Atenololbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-adrenergic blocking agents: Hyperthyroidism may cause an increased clearance of beta blockers with a high extraction ratio. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • Bisoprololbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-adrenergic blocking agents: Hyperthyroidism may cause an increased clearance of beta blockers with a high extraction ratio. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • Bisoprolol and hydrochlorothiazidebeta blockerModerate

    Beta-adrenergic blocking agents: Hyperthyroidism may cause an increased clearance of beta blockers with a high extraction ratio. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • Butalbital, acetaminophen, and caffeinebarbiturateModerate

    Theophylline: Theophylline clearance may decrease when hyperthyroid patients on a stable theophylline regimen become euthyroid; a reduced dose of theophylline may be needed. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • Carvedilolbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-adrenergic blocking agents: Hyperthyroidism may cause an increased clearance of beta blockers with a high extraction ratio. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • Cholestyraminebile acid sequestrantModerate

    Drug Interactions Cholestyramine for Oral Suspension USP may delay or reduce the absorption of concomitant oral medication such as phenylbutazone, warfarin, thiazide diuretics (acidic), or propranolol (basic), as well as tetracycline, penicillin G, phenobarbital, thyroid and thyroxine preparations, estrogens and progestins, and digitalis. (Cholestyramine label, Drug interactions)

  • Colesevelambile acid sequestrantModerate

    Concomitant use with colesevelam hydrochloride may decrease the exposure of the following drugs: Drugs with a narrow therapeutic index (e.g., cyclosporine), phenytoin, thyroid hormone replacement therapy, warfarin, oral contraceptives containing ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone, olmesartan medoxomil, and sulfonylureas (glimepiride, glipizide, glyburide). (Colesevelam label, Drug interactions)

  • Conjugated estrogensestrogenModerate

    Hypothyroidism Estrogen administration leads to increased thyroid-binding globulin (TBG) levels. (Conjugated estrogens label, Precautions)

  • DabigatrananticoagulantModerate

    Drug Interactions Anticoagulants (oral): Due to the potential inhibition of vitamin K activity by propylthiouracil, the activity of oral anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin) may be increased; additional monitoring of PT/INR should be considered, especially before surgical procedures. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • Digoxindigitalis glycosideModerate

    Digitalis glycosides: Serum digitalis levels may be increased when hyperthyroid patients on a stable digitalis glycoside regimen become euthyroid; a reduced dose of digitalis glycosides may be needed. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • Drospirenone and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

    Women on thyroid hormone replacement therapy may need increased doses of thyroid hormone because serum concentrations of thyroid-binding globulin increase with use of COCs [see Drug Interactions ( 7.2 )] . (Drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EdoxabananticoagulantModerate

    Drug Interactions Anticoagulants (oral): Due to the potential inhibition of vitamin K activity by propylthiouracil, the activity of oral anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin) may be increased; additional monitoring of PT/INR should be considered, especially before surgical procedures. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • EnoxaparinanticoagulantModerate

    Drug Interactions Anticoagulants (oral): Due to the potential inhibition of vitamin K activity by propylthiouracil, the activity of oral anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin) may be increased; additional monitoring of PT/INR should be considered, especially before surgical procedures. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • EpinephrinesympathomimeticModerate

    …[see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) and Adverse Reactions (6) ]. β-blockers, such as propranolol Cyclopropane or halogenated hydrocarbon anesthetics, such as halothane Antihistamines Thyroid hormones Diuretics Cardiac glycosides, such as digitalis glycosides Quinidine Drugs potentiating hypokalemic effects of epinephrine • Potassium depleting diuretics • Corticosteroids… (Epinephrine label, Drug interactions)

  • EslicarbazepineanticonvulsantModerate

    Abnormal Thyroid Function Tests Dose-dependent decreases in serum T3 and T4 (free and total) values have been observed in patients taking APTIOM. (Eslicarbazepine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Esmololbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-adrenergic blocking agents: Hyperthyroidism may cause an increased clearance of beta blockers with a high extraction ratio. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • EstradiolestrogenModerate

    Hypothyroidism Estrogen administration leads to increased thyroid-binding globulin (TBG) levels. (Estradiol label, Precautions)

  • Febuxostatxanthine oxidase inhibitorModerate

    Theophylline: Theophylline clearance may decrease when hyperthyroid patients on a stable theophylline regimen become euthyroid; a reduced dose of theophylline may be needed. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • FondaparinuxanticoagulantModerate

    Drug Interactions Anticoagulants (oral): Due to the potential inhibition of vitamin K activity by propylthiouracil, the activity of oral anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin) may be increased; additional monitoring of PT/INR should be considered, especially before surgical procedures. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • Furosemideloop diureticModerate

    Thyroid hormones High-doses (> 80 mg) of furosemide may inhibit the binding of thyroid hormones to carrier proteins and result in transient increase in free thyroid hormones, followed by an overall decrease in total thyroid hormone levels. (Furosemide label, Drug interactions)

  • GlimepiridesulfonylureaModerate

    …somatropin, protease inhibitors, atypical antipsychotic medications (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), barbiturates, diazoxide, laxatives, rifampin, thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid hormones, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics (e.g., epinephrine, albuterol, terbutaline), and isoniazid. (Glimepiride label, Drug interactions)

  • GlipizidesulfonylureaModerate

    …olanzapine and clozapine), corticosteroids, danazol, diuretics, estrogens, glucagon, isoniazid, niacin, oral contraceptives, phenothiazines, progestogens (e.g., in oral contraceptives), protease inhibitors, somatropin, sympathomimetic agents (e.g., albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline), thyroid hormones, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, and calcium channel blocking drugs. (Glipizide label, Drug interactions)

  • HeparinanticoagulantModerate

    Drug Interactions Anticoagulants (oral): Due to the potential inhibition of vitamin K activity by propylthiouracil, the activity of oral anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin) may be increased; additional monitoring of PT/INR should be considered, especially before surgical procedures. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin aspartinsulinModerate

    …Insulin Aspart Drugs: Atypical antipsychotics (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), corticosteroids, danazol, diuretics, estrogens, glucagon, isoniazid, niacin, oral contraceptives, phenothiazines, progestogens (e.g., in oral contraceptives), protease inhibitors, somatropin, sympathomimetic agents (e.g., albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline), and thyroid hormones. (Insulin aspart label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin degludecinsulinModerate

    …Insulin Degludec Drugs: Atypical antipsychotics (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), corticosteroids, danazol, diuretics, estrogens, glucagon, isoniazid, niacin, oral contraceptives, phenothiazines, progestogens (e.g., in oral contraceptives), protease inhibitors, somatropin, sympathomimetic agents (e.g., albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline), and thyroid hormones. (Insulin degludec label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin detemirinsulinModerate

    …Effect of LEVEMIR Drugs: Atypical antipsychotics (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), corticosteroids, danazol, diuretics, estrogens, glucagon, isoniazid, niacin, oral contraceptives, phenothiazines, progestogens (e.g., in oral contraceptives), protease inhibitors, somatropin, sympathomimetic agents (e.g., albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline), and thyroid hormones. (Insulin detemir label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin glargineinsulinModerate

    …Glargine-yfgn Drugs: Atypical antipsychotics (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), corticosteroids, danazol, diuretics, estrogens, glucagon, isoniazid, niacin, oral contraceptives, phenothiazines, progestogens (e.g., in oral contraceptives), protease inhibitors, somatropin, sympathomimetic agents (e.g., albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline), and thyroid hormones. (Insulin glargine label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin lisproinsulinModerate

    …Effect of LYUMJEV Drugs: Atypical antipsychotics (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), corticosteroids, danazol, diuretics, estrogens, glucagon, isoniazid, niacin, oral contraceptives, phenothiazines, progestogens (e.g., in oral contraceptives), protease inhibitors, somatropin, sympathomimetic agents (e.g., albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline), and thyroid hormones. (Insulin lispro label, Drug interactions)

  • Interferon beta-1aModerate

    Thyroid function should be monitored periodically. (Interferon beta-1a label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Labetalolbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-adrenergic blocking agents: Hyperthyroidism may cause an increased clearance of beta blockers with a high extraction ratio. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • Levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

    The dose of replacement thyroid hormone or cortisol therapy may need to be increased. (Levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Lithiumserotonergic drugModerate

    • Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism: Monitor thyroid function regularly ( 5.7 ). (Lithium label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Metoprololbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-adrenergic blocking agents: Hyperthyroidism may cause an increased clearance of beta blockers with a high extraction ratio. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • Midodrinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

    The risk of hypertension increases with concomitant administration of drugs that increase blood pressure (phenylephrine, pseudoephedrine, ephedrine, dihydroergotamine, thyroid hormones, or droxidopa). (Midodrine label, Drug interactions)

  • Nebivololbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-adrenergic blocking agents: Hyperthyroidism may cause an increased clearance of beta blockers with a high extraction ratio. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • Nifedipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    …diverticulosis, and inflammatory bowel disease), hypomotility disorders (e.g., constipation, gastroesophageal reflux disease, ileus, obesity, hypothyroidism, and diabetes) and concomitant medications (e.g., H 2 -histamine blockers, opiates, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, laxatives, anticholinergic agents, levothyroxine, and neuromuscular blocking agents). (Nifedipine label, Warnings)

  • Norethindrone and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

    Women on thyroid hormone replacement therapy may need increased doses of thyroid hormone because serum concentrations of thyroid binding globulin increase with use of COCs. (Norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Norgestimate and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

    The dose of replacement thyroid hormone or cortisol therapy may need to be increased. (Norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OrlistatModerate

    Drug Interactions and Decreased Vitamin Absorption ORLISTAT may interact with concomitant drugs including cyclosporine, levothyroxine, warfarin, amiodarone, antiepileptic drugs, and antiretroviral drugs [see Drug Interactions (7) ]. (Orlistat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PentoxifyllinemethylxanthineModerate

    Theophylline: Theophylline clearance may decrease when hyperthyroid patients on a stable theophylline regimen become euthyroid; a reduced dose of theophylline may be needed. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • Phytonadione (vitamin K1)vitamin KModerate

    Drug Interactions Anticoagulants (oral): Due to the potential inhibition of vitamin K activity by propylthiouracil, the activity of oral anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin) may be increased; additional monitoring of PT/INR should be considered, especially before surgical procedures. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • PrednisolonecorticosteroidModerate

    Changes in thyroid status of the patient may necessitate adjustment in dosage. (Prednisolone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PrednisonecorticosteroidModerate

    Changes in thyroid status of the patient may necessitate adjustment in dosage. (Prednisone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ProgesteroneprogestinModerate

    Thyroid function: increase in PBI, and butanol extractable protein bound iodine and decrease in T3 uptake values. (Progesterone label, Drug interactions)

  • PseudoephedrinedecongestantModerate

    Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage Stop use and ask a doctor if nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur symptoms do not improve within 7 days or occur with a fever If pregnant or breast-feeding,… (Pseudoephedrine label, Warnings)

  • QuetiapineantipsychoticModerate

    Hypothyroidism Adults: Clinical trials with quetiapine demonstrated dose-related decreases in thyroid hormone levels. (Quetiapine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RifampinantibioticModerate

    Substitute non-enzyme inducing therapies at least 2 weeks prior to initiation of irinotecan therapy Decrease irinotecan and active metabolite exposure Levothyroxine Decrease exposure Losartan Parent Decrease AUC by 30% Active metabolite (E3174) Decrease AUC by 40% Methadone In patients well-stabilized on methadone, concomitant administration of rifampin resulted… (Rifampin label, Drug interactions)

  • RivaroxabananticoagulantModerate

    Drug Interactions Anticoagulants (oral): Due to the potential inhibition of vitamin K activity by propylthiouracil, the activity of oral anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin) may be increased; additional monitoring of PT/INR should be considered, especially before surgical procedures. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • Sevelamerphosphate binderModerate

    For oral medication where a reduction in the bioavailability of that medication would have a clinically significant effect on its safety or efficacy (e.g., cyclosporine, tacrolimus, levothyroxine), consider separation of the timing of the administration of the two drugs [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Sevelamer label, Drug interactions)

  • Tamoxifenselective estrogen receptor modulatorModerate

    Drug-Laboratory Test Interactions There are postmarketing reports of T 4 elevations in postmenopausal patients taking tamoxifen that may be explained by increases in thyroid-binding globulin. (Tamoxifen label, Drug interactions)

  • TheophyllinemethylxanthineModerate

    Theophylline: Theophylline clearance may decrease when hyperthyroid patients on a stable theophylline regimen become euthyroid; a reduced dose of theophylline may be needed. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • TriamcinolonecorticosteroidModerate

    Changes in thyroid status of the patient may necessitate adjustment in dosage. (Triamcinolone label, Warnings)

  • Vitamin KVitamin and mineralModerate

    Drug Interactions Anticoagulants (oral): Due to the potential inhibition of vitamin K activity by propylthiouracil, the activity of oral anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin) may be increased; additional monitoring of PT/INR should be considered, especially before surgical procedures. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

  • WarfarinanticoagulantModerate

    Drug Interactions Anticoagulants (oral): Due to the potential inhibition of vitamin K activity by propylthiouracil, the activity of oral anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin) may be increased; additional monitoring of PT/INR should be considered, especially before surgical procedures. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)

Minor mentions (57)

  • AbataceptimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • AcarboseantidiabeticMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • AdalimumabimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • Amitriptylinetricyclic antidepressantMinor

    Guanethidine or similarly acting compounds; thyroid medication; alcohol, barbiturates and other CNS depressants; and disulfiram – see WARNINGS section. (Amitriptyline label, Drug interactions)

  • AzathioprineimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • BeclomethasonecorticosteroidMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • BetamethasonecorticosteroidMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • BudesonidecorticosteroidMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • Budesonide and formoterolcorticosteroidMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • CarbamazepineanticonvulsantMinor

    …dicumarol, dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (e.g., felodipine), doxycycline, ethosuximide, everolimus, felbamate, glucocorticoids, haloperidol, imatinib, itraconazole, lamotrigine, levothyroxine, lorazepam, methadone, methsuxamide, mianserin, midazolam, mirtazapine, nefazodone, olanzapine, oral and other hormonal contraceptives, oxcarbazepine, paliperidone, phenytoin,… (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)

  • ClobetasolcorticosteroidMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • CyclosporineimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • DesonidecorticosteroidMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • Dimethyl fumarateimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • Divalproex (valproate)anticonvulsantMinor

    Effect on Ketone and Thyroid Function Tests Valproate is partially eliminated in the urine as a keto-metabolite which may lead to a false interpretation of the urine ketone test. (Divalproex (valproate) label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Empagliflozin and metforminSGLT2 inhibitorMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Empagliflozin and metformin label, Drug interactions)

  • EtanerceptimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • EverolimusimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • FingolimodimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • FludrocortisonecorticosteroidMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • FluocinonidecorticosteroidMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • FluticasonecorticosteroidMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • Fluticasone and salmeterolcorticosteroidMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • GlyburidesulfonylureaMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Glyburide label, Drug interactions)

  • Glyburide and metforminsulfonylureaMinor

    Examples: Thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel blockers, and isoniazid. (Glyburide and metformin label, Drug interactions)

  • GuselkumabimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • HalobetasolcorticosteroidMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • HydrocortisonecorticosteroidMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • ImatinibCYP3A4 inhibitorMinor

    Hypothyroidism has been reported in thyroidectomy patients undergoing levothyroxine replacement. (Imatinib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • InfliximabimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • Insulin regular (human)insulinMinor

    Atypical Antipsychotics (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), Corticosteroids, Danazol, Diuretics, Estrogens, Glucagon, Isoniazid, Niacin, Oral Contraceptives, Phenothiazines, Progestogens (e.g., in oral contraceptives), Protease inhibitors, Somatropin, Sympathomimetic Agents (e.g., albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline) and Thyroid Hormones. (Insulin regular (human) label, Drug interactions)

  • LeflunomideimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • MetforminbiguanideMinor

    Examples: Thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel blockers, and isoniazid. (Metformin label, Drug interactions)

  • MethotrexateimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • MethylprednisolonecorticosteroidMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • Minocyclinetetracycline antibioticMinor

    EMROSI may induce hyperpigmentation in many organs, including nails, bone, skin, eyes, thyroid, visceral tissue, oral cavity (teeth, mucosa, alveolar bone), sclerae and heart valves. (Minocycline label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MometasonecorticosteroidMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • MycophenolateimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • NatalizumabimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • Nortriptylinetricyclic antidepressantMinor

    Great care is required if Pamelor is given to hyperthyroid patients or to those receiving thyroid medication, since cardiac arrhythmias may develop. (Nortriptyline label, Warnings)

  • OcrelizumabimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • Pilocarpinecholinergic agonistMinor

    …performed, the following concomitant drugs were used in at least 10% of patients in either or both Sjogren's efficacy studies: acetylsalicylic acid, artificial tears, calcium, conjugated estrogens, hydroxychloroquine sulfate, ibuprofen, levothyroxine sodium, medroxyprogesterone acetate, methotrexate, multivitamins, naproxen, omeprazole, paracetamol, and prednisone. (Pilocarpine label, Drug interactions)

  • Pimecrolimuscalcineurin inhibitorMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • Pioglitazone and metforminthiazolidinedioneMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel blockers, and isoniazid. (Pioglitazone and metformin label, Drug interactions)

  • RepaglinidemeglitinideMinor

    …antipsychotics (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), calcium channel antagonists, corticosteroids, danazol, diuretics, estrogens, glucagon, isoniazid, niacin, oral contraceptives, phenothiazines, progestogens (e.g., in oral contraceptives), protease inhibitors, somatropin, sympathomimetic agents (e.g., albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline), and thyroid hormones. (Repaglinide label, Drug interactions)

  • RituximabimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • SecukinumabimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • SirolimusimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • Sitagliptin and metforminDPP-4 inhibitorMinor

    Examples: Thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel blockers, and isoniazid. (Sitagliptin and metformin label, Drug interactions)

  • TacrolimusimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • TeriflunomideimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • TestosteroneandrogenMinor

    Free thyroid hormone concentrations remain unchanged, however, and there is no clinical evidence of thyroid dysfunction. (Testosterone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TocilizumabimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • TofacitinibimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • UpadacitinibimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • UstekinumabimmunosuppressantMinor

    In some cases, vasculitis resolved/improved with drug discontinuation; however, more severe cases required treatment with additional measures including corticosteroids, immunosuppressant therapy, and plasmapheresis. (Propylthiouracil label, Warnings)

  • Valproic acidanticonvulsantMinor

    Effect on Ketone and Thyroid Function Tests Valproate is partially eliminated in the urine as a keto-metabolite which may lead to a false interpretation of the urine ketone test. (Valproic acid label, Warnings and precautions)

No significant interaction reported (1)

  • Montelukastleukotriene receptor antagonistNo interaction

    …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)

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