Does Dermatophagoides Farinae Interact with Astemizole?
CDI records a moderate classification for Dermatophagoides Farinae and Astemizole. The stored summary is: Antihistamine that suppresses histamine skin test reactions. Requires 30-60 days interval between allergenic extract exposure and use. The mechanism involves suppresses histamine skin test reactions. 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
- Dermatophagoides Farinae Class
- Standardized Insect Allergenic Extract
- Management
- Monitor for effects
- Data Source
- U.S. FDA via OpenFDA
Recorded Mechanism
Suppresses histamine skin test reactions
What To Tell Your Doctor or Pharmacist
If you are taking Dermatophagoides Farinae and your doctor is considering prescribing Astemizole (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