Does Arbs Interact with Meloxicam Rizatriptan?
Arbs and Meloxicam Rizatriptan have a moderate drug interaction according to U.S. FDA drug labeling data. Meloxicam may diminish antihypertensive effect and in elderly/volume-depleted/renal impairment patients may result in renal function deterioration. Monitor blood pressure and renal function. Patients taking both medications should consult their healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing the dosage of either drug. This information is based on official FDA drug labeling sourced from OpenFDA and the NIH National Library of Medicine.
- Severity
- Moderate
- Meloxicam Rizatriptan Class
- Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug
- Management
- Monitor for effects
- Data Source
- U.S. FDA via OpenFDA
What To Tell Your Doctor or Pharmacist
If you are taking Arbs and your doctor is considering prescribing Meloxicam Rizatriptan (or vice versa), make sure to:
- Inform your doctor and pharmacist of all current medications, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements
- Ask whether the benefits of combining these medications outweigh the risks for your specific situation
- Ask what symptoms to watch for that would indicate the interaction is causing problems
- Ask whether any dosage adjustments are needed
- Never stop or change either medication without first consulting your healthcare provider