Does Dexmedetomidine Hydrochloride In 09 Sodium Chloride Interact with Propofol?
CDI records a moderate classification for Dexmedetomidine Hydrochloride In 09 Sodium Chloride and Propofol. The stored summary is: Co-administration leads to enhancement of pharmacodynamic effects. Reduction in dosage of dexmedetomidine or propofol may be required. The mechanism involves pharmacodynamic interaction. 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
- Propofol Class
- General Anesthetic
- Management
- Monitor for effects
- Data Source
- U.S. FDA via OpenFDA
Recorded Mechanism
Pharmacodynamic interaction
What To Tell Your Doctor or Pharmacist
If you are taking Dexmedetomidine Hydrochloride In 09 Sodium Chloride and your doctor is considering prescribing Propofol (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