Does Cyclosporine Interact with Norelgestromin And Ethinyl Estradiol?
CDI records a moderate classification for Cyclosporine and Norelgestromin And Ethinyl Estradiol. The stored summary is: CHCs may inhibit metabolism and increase plasma concentrations of cyclosporine. The mechanism involves inhibition of metabolism. Patients taking both medications should consult their healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing the dosage of either drug. This record was extracted from drug labeling through openFDA. NIH/NLM RxNorm is used for drug identities. The summary and severity classification are CDI's processed information, not a verbatim source quotation. Product, route, and patient circumstances matter.
- Severity
- Moderate
- Cyclosporine Class
- Calcineurin Inhibitor Immunosuppressant
- Norelgestromin And Ethinyl Estradiol Class
- Estrogen
- Management
- Monitor for effects
- Data Source
- U.S. FDA via OpenFDA
Recorded Mechanism
Inhibition of metabolism
What To Tell Your Doctor or Pharmacist
If you are taking Cyclosporine and your doctor is considering prescribing Norelgestromin And Ethinyl Estradiol (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