Advil PM (Ibuprofen and diphenhydramine) - Uses, Dose, Side effects, MOA

Advil PM (Ibuprofen and diphenhydramine) is a combination of an NSAID and antihistamine. It is used to relieve pain, fever, inflammation that may cause insomnia or disturbs the patient's sleep.

Advil PM (Ibuprofen and diphenhydramine) Uses:

  • Insomnia and pain:

    • It is used in patients with minor aches and pains that result in insomnia or the patient does not achieve an adequate full night's sleep.

Advil PM (Ibuprofen and diphenhydramine) Dose in Adults:

Advil PM (Ibuprofen and diphenhydramine) Dose in the treatment of Insomnia and pain: 

  • Diphenhydramine citrate 38 mg and ibuprofen 200 mg per caplet:

    • Two caplets at bedtime to a maximum dose of 2 caplets per day.
  • Diphenhydramine hydrochloride 25 mg and ibuprofen 200 mg per capsule:

    • Two capsules at bedtime to a maximum dose of 2 capsule per day.

Advil PM (Ibuprofen and diphenhydramine) dose in children:

  • It should be avoided in children younger than 12 years of age.
  • Doses may be given as adults, however, in young children, the maximum dose should not exceed 10 mg/kg per dose of ibuprofen or 400 mg per dose of ibuprofen (or 40 mg/kg per day of ibuprofen).

Ibuprofen and diphenhydramine Pregnancy Category: C/D

See individual agents for detailed dosing regarding its use during pregnancy and lactation:


Dose in Kidney Disease:

There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer's labeling.

Dose in Liver disease:

There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer's labeling.


Side effects of Advil PM (Ibuprofen and diphenhydramine):

See individual agents here:


Contraindications to Advil PM (Ibuprofen and diphenhydramine):

  • Allergy to diphenhydramine, ibuprofen or any other NSAID/pain-reliever medicine.
  • Patients undergoing coronary artery bypass surgery (CABG) experience persistent pain.
  • Concurrent use of diphenhydramine-containing products, such as lotions and topical creams, is not allowed.
  • Children under 12 years old

Warnings/Precautions

  • Anaphylactoid reactions

    • Patients allergic to aspirin may experience severe hypersensitivity reactions, such as bronchial asthma, aspirin intolerance, and even rhinitis, also known as the "aspirin trifecta".
    • If patients experience allergic reactions or hypersensitivity, they must stop receiving the treatment immediately.
  • CNS depression:

    • CNS depression can be caused by diphenhydramine, which may result in mental and physical impairments. 
    • It should not be used if the patient is required to drive or perform tasks that require mental alertness.
  • Events relating to GI:

    • NSAIDs, including ibuprofen, can increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. Patients over 60 years old or with a history of peptic or gastrointestinal bleeding should not use the drug.
    • Patients taking anticoagulants such as warfarin, aspirin, and corticosteroids with their medications are at greater risk for gastrointestinal bleeding.
    • People who consume ethanol (three or more alcoholic drinks per week) could also experience gastrointestinal bleeding. 
    • To reduce the risk of GI hemorhage, it is important to use the lowest effective dose and for the shortest time.
    • If patients develop symptoms such as melena or hematemesis, stomach cramps, hypotension, or stomach pain, they should stop receiving treatment immediately.
    • Patients with a history or tendency to have lower gastrointestinal bleeding should not take non-aspirin anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) if they are prone to diverticulosis and telangiectasias.
  • Reactions to skin:

    • NSAIDs can cause serious skin reactions. If a skin rash develops, the treatment should be stopped immediately.
  • Aseptic meningitis

    • Patients on NSAIDs therapy are at greater risk for aseptic meningitis. 
    • Aseptic meningitis is more common in patients with systemic lupus, mixed connective tissue disorders and patients with systemic lupus.
  • Asthma

    • Asthma patients should be cautious when using NSAIDs. Patients with asthma who are sensitive to aspirin may experience worsening symptoms.
  • Bariatric surgery

    • Gastric ulceration
      • Patients undergoing bariatric surgery should avoid non-selective NSAIDs peri-operatively due to the possibility of developing perforations or anastomotic lesions.
      • For short periods of time, patients may be prescribed intravenous ketorolac or celecoxib (etoricoxib), to manage pain.
  • Cardiovascular disease

    • Negative cardiovascular events have been linked to NSAIDs, including stroke, myocardial injury, and heart failure.
    • Patients with underlying or preexisting cardiac disease are at greater risk for developing adverse cardiac events.
    • Before treatment can be initiated, patients must be assessed for any underlying heart disease, especially elderly patients.
    • Patients with heart disease should avoid NSAIDs as they can cause fluid retention.
    • Aspirin can be affected by NSAIDs administered in combination with it. Therefore, they should not be taken for longer than necessary.
    • If necessary, patients may be prescribed alternative pain medication.
  • Glaucoma and increased intraocular pressure:

    • It is possible to develop angle-closure or intraocular pressure problems. Ocular pain and vision changes should be closely monitored by patients.
  • Hepatic impairment

      • Patients suffering from liver disease or hepatic impairment need to be cautious when taking the drug.
  • Hypertension:

    • Preexisting hypertension patients should be cautious when using NSAIDs. 
    • Pre-existing hypertension may be worsened by NSAIDs. Long-term, chronic use of NSAIDs can lead to new-onset hypertension.
    • Concurrent use of NSAIDs can reduce the antihypertensive effects ACE inhibitors, thiazides or loop diuretics.
  • Prostatic hyperplasia/urinary block:

    • Patients suffering from prostatic hyperplasia and genitourinary block should be cautious when taking the drug. It may make the condition worse.
  • Occlusion of the pyloroduodenum:

    • Patients with pyloroduodenal obstruction (including those with stenotic peptic ulcer) should be cautious.
  • Renal impairment

    • Preexisting renal impairment patients should be cautious when using it. Patients with a CrCl lower than 30 ml/minute should not take Ibuprofen.
  • Respiratory disease

    • Patients suffering from emphysema, chronic bronchitis or concomitant hypertension should be cautious. These patients are at greater risk for respiratory depression.
  • Thyroid dysfunction:

    • Patients suffering from thyroid dysfunction should be cautious when using it.

Ibuprofen and diphenhydramine: Drug Interaction

Risk Factor C (Monitor therapy)

5-Aminosalicylic Acid Derivatives

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the nephrotoxic effect of 5-Aminosalicylic Acid Derivatives.

Acalabrutinib

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitors

May diminish the therapeutic effect of Anticholinergic Agents. Anticholinergic Agents may diminish the therapeutic effect of Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitors.

Alcohol (Ethyl)

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Alcohol (Ethyl).

Alcohol (Ethyl)

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents. Specifically, the risk of GI bleeding may be increased with this combination.

Aliskiren

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may diminish the antihypertensive effect of Aliskiren. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the nephrotoxic effect of Aliskiren. Management: Monitor renal function periodically in patients receiving aliskiren and any nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agent. Patients at elevated risk of renal dysfunction include those who are elderly, are volume depleted, or have pre-existing renal dysfunction.

Alizapride

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Amantadine

May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents.

Amezinium

Antihistamines may enhance the stimulatory effect of Amezinium.

Aminoglycosides

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may decrease the excretion of Aminoglycosides. Data only in premature infants.

Aminolevulinic Acid (Topical)

Photosensitizing Agents may enhance the photosensitizing effect of Aminolevulinic Acid (Topical).

Amphetamines

May diminish the sedative effect of Antihistamines.

Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal AntiInflammatory Agents. Specifically, the combination may result in a significant decrease in renal function. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may diminish the therapeutic effect of Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers. The combination of these two agents may also significantly decrease glomerular filtration and renal function.

Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents. Specifically, the combination may result in a significant decrease in renal function. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may diminish the antihypertensive effect of Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors.

Anticholinergic Agents

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of other Anticholinergic Agents.

Anticoagulants

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties may enhance the anticoagulant effect of Anticoagulants. Exceptions: Bemiparin; Enoxaparin; Heparin.

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties (e.g., P2Y12 inhibitors, NSAIDs, SSRIs, etc.)

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of other Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

ARIPiprazole

CYP2D6 Inhibitors (Weak) may increase the serum concentration of ARIPiprazole. Management: Monitor for increased aripiprazole pharmacologic effects. Aripiprazole dose adjustments may or may not be required based on concomitant therapy and/or indication. Consult full interaction monograph for specific recommendations.

Beta-Blockers

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may diminish the antihypertensive effect of Beta-Blockers. Exceptions: Levobunolol; Metipranolol.

Betahistine

Antihistamines may diminish the therapeutic effect of Betahistine.

Bisphosphonate Derivatives

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Bisphosphonate Derivatives. Both an increased risk of gastrointestinal ulceration and an increased risk of nephrotoxicity are of concern.

Botulinum Toxin-Containing Products

May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents.

Brexanolone

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Brexanolone.

Brimonidine (Topical)

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Bromopride

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Cannabidiol

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Cannabis

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Cephalothin

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Cephalothin. Specifically, the risk for bleeding may be increased.

Chloral Betaine

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Anticholinergic Agents.

Chlorphenesin Carbamate

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of CNS Depressants.

CNS Depressants

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of other CNS Depressants.

Collagenase (Systemic)

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Collagenase (Systemic). Specifically, the risk of injection site bruising and/or bleeding may be increased.

Corticosteroids (Systemic)

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal AntiInflammatory Agents (Nonselective).

Dasatinib

May enhance the anticoagulant effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties. Management: Drugs listed as exceptions to this monograph are discussed in further detail in separate drug interaction monographs.

Deferasirox

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Deferasirox. Specifically, the risk for GI ulceration/irritation or GI bleeding may be increased.

Deoxycholic Acid

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Deoxycholic Acid. Specifically, the risk for bleeding or bruising in the treatment area may be increased.

Desmopressin

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Desmopressin.

Dichlorphenamide

OAT1/3 Inhibitors may increase the serum concentration of Dichlorphenamide.

Digoxin

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may increase the serum concentration of Digoxin.

Dimethindene (Topical)

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Doxylamine

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants. Management: The manufacturer of Diclegis (doxylamine/pyridoxine), intended for use in pregnancy, specifically states that use with other CNS depressants is not recommended.

Dronabinol

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Drospirenone

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the hyperkalemic effect of Drospirenone.

Eplerenone

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may diminish the antihypertensive effect of Eplerenone. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the hyperkalemic effect of Eplerenone.

Esketamine

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Fat Emulsion (Fish Oil Based)

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Felbinac

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Gastrointestinal Agents (Prokinetic)

Anticholinergic Agents may diminish the therapeutic effect of Gastrointestinal Agents (Prokinetic).

Glucagon

Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Glucagon. Specifically, the risk of gastrointestinal adverse effects may be increased.

Glucosamine

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Haloperidol

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Haloperidol. Specifically including drowsiness and confusion.

HydrALAZINE

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may diminish the antihypertensive effect of HydrALAZINE.

HydrOXYzine

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Ibritumomab Tiuxetan

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Ibritumomab Tiuxetan. Both agents may contribute to impaired platelet function and an increased risk of bleeding.

Ibrutinib

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Inotersen

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Itopride

Anticholinergic Agents may diminish the therapeutic effect of Itopride.

Kava Kava

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of CNS Depressants.

Limaprost

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Lofexidine

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants. Management: Drugs listed as exceptions to this monograph are discussed in further detail in separate drug interaction monographs.

Lumacaftor

May decrease the serum concentration of Ibuprofen.

Magnesium Sulfate

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

MetFORMIN

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of MetFORMIN.

MetyroSINE

CNS Depressants may enhance the sedative effect of MetyroSINE.

Mianserin

May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents.

Minocycline (Systemic)

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Mirabegron

Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Mirabegron.

Multivitamins/Fluoride (with ADE)

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Multivitamins/Minerals (with ADEK, Folate, Iron)

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Multivitamins/Minerals (with AE, No Iron)

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Nabilone

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Naftazone

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Nitroglycerin

Anticholinergic Agents may decrease the absorption of Nitroglycerin. Specifically, anticholinergic agents may decrease the dissolution of sublingual nitroglycerin tablets, possibly impairing or slowing nitroglycerin absorption.

Obinutuzumab

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Obinutuzumab. Specifically, the risk of serious bleeding-related events may be increased.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Pentosan Polysulfate Sodium

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties. Specifically, the risk of bleeding may be increased by concurrent use of these agents.

Pentoxifylline

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Perhexiline

CYP2D6 Inhibitors (Weak) may increase the serum concentration of Perhexiline.

Piribedil

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Piribedil.

Porfimer

Photosensitizing Agents may enhance the photosensitizing effect of Porfimer.

Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may diminish the antihypertensive effect of Potassium-Sparing Diuretics. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the hyperkalemic effect of Potassium-Sparing Diuretics.

PRALAtrexate

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may increase the serum concentration of PRALAtrexate. More specifically, NSAIDS may decrease the renal excretion of pralatrexate. Management: Closely monitor for increased pralatrexate serum levels and/or toxicity if used concomitantly with an NSAID. Monitor for decreased pralatrexate serum levels with NSAID discontinuation.

Pramipexole

CNS Depressants may enhance the sedative effect of Pramipexole.

Probenecid

May increase the serum concentration of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Prostacyclin Analogues

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Prostaglandins (Ophthalmic)

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may diminish the therapeutic effect of Prostaglandins (Ophthalmic). Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may also enhance the therapeutic effects of Prostaglandins (Ophthalmic).

Quinolones

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the neuroexcitatory and/or seizure-potentiating effect of Quinolones. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may increase the serum concentration of Quinolones.

Ramosetron

Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the constipating effect of Ramosetron.

ROPINIRole

CNS Depressants may enhance the sedative effect of ROPINIRole.

Rotigotine

CNS Depressants may enhance the sedative effect of Rotigotine.

Rufinamide

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of CNS Depressants. Specifically, sleepiness and dizziness may be enhanced.

Salicylates

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Salicylates. Increased risk of bleeding may result.

Tacrolimus (Systemic)

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the nephrotoxic effect of Tacrolimus (Systemic).

Tetrahydrocannabinol

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Tetrahydrocannabinol and Cannabidiol

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Thiazide and Thiazide-Like Diuretics

May enhance the nephrotoxic effect of Nonsteroidal AntiInflammatory Agents. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may diminish the therapeutic effect of Thiazide and Thiazide-Like Diuretics.

Thiazide and Thiazide-Like Diuretics

Anticholinergic Agents may increase the serum concentration of Thiazide and Thiazide-Like Diuretics.

Thrombolytic Agents

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties may enhance the anticoagulant effect of Thrombolytic Agents.

Tipranavir

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Tolperisone

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Tolperisone. Specifically, the risk of hypersensitivity reactions may be increased. Tolperisone may enhance the therapeutic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Topiramate

Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Topiramate.

Tricyclic Antidepressants (Tertiary Amine)

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (Nonselective).

Trimeprazine

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Vancomycin

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may increase the serum concentration of Vancomycin.

Verteporfin

Photosensitizing Agents may enhance the photosensitizing effect of Verteporfin.

Vitamin E (Systemic)

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Voriconazole

May increase the serum concentration of Ibuprofen. Specifically, concentrations of the S-(+)-ibuprofen enantiomer may be increased.

Zanubrutinib

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Risk Factor D (Consider therapy modification)

Apixaban

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (Nonselective) may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Apixaban. Specifically, the risk of bleeding may be increased. Management: A comprehensive risk to benefit assessment should be done for all patients before any concurrent use of apixaban and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If combined, monitor patients extra closely for signs and symptoms of bleeding.

Bemiparin

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the anticoagulant effect of Bemiparin. Management: Avoid concomitant use of bemiparin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs) due to the increased risk of bleeding. If concomitant use is unavoidable, monitor closely for signs and symptoms of bleeding.

Bemiparin

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties may enhance the anticoagulant effect of Bemiparin. Management: Avoid concomitant use of bemiparin with antiplatelet agents. If concomitant use is unavoidable, monitor closely for signs and symptoms of bleeding.

Benzylpenicilloyl Polylysine

Antihistamines may diminish the diagnostic effect of Benzylpenicilloyl Polylysine. Management: Suspend systemic H1 antagonists for benzylpenicilloyl-polylysine skin testing and delay testing until systemic antihistaminic effects have dissipated. A histamine skin test may be used to assess persistent antihistaminic effects.

Bile Acid Sequestrants

May decrease the absorption of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Blonanserin

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Blonanserin.

Buprenorphine

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Buprenorphine. Management: Consider reduced doses of other CNS depressants, and avoiding such drugs in patients at high risk of buprenorphine overuse/self-injection. Initiate buprenorphine at lower doses in patients already receiving CNS depressants.

Chlormethiazole

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants. Management: Monitor closely for evidence of excessive CNS depression. The chlormethiazole labeling states that an appropriately reduced dose should be used if such a combination must be used.

CycloSPORINE (Systemic)

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the nephrotoxic effect of CycloSPORINE (Systemic). Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may increase the serum concentration of CycloSPORINE (Systemic). CycloSPORINE (Systemic) may increase the serum concentration of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents. Management: Consider alternatives to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs). Monitor for evidence of nephrotoxicity, as well as increased serum cyclosporine concentrations and systemic effects (eg, hypertension) during concomitant therapy with NSAIDs.

Dabigatran Etexilate

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (Nonselective) may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Dabigatran Etexilate. Specifically, the risk of bleeding may be increased. Management: A comprehensive risk to benefit assessment should be done for all patients before any concurrent use of dabigatran and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If combined, monitor patients extra closely for signs and symptoms of bleeding.

Diclofenac (Systemic)

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents. Management: Seek alternatives to the combined use of diclofenac with other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs). Avoid the use of diclofenac/misoprostol with other NSAIDs.

Droperidol

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants. Management: Consider dose reductions of droperidol or of other CNS agents (eg, opioids, barbiturates) with concomitant use. Exceptions to this monograph are discussed in further detail in separate drug interaction monographs.

Edoxaban

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (Nonselective) may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Edoxaban. Specifically, the risk of bleeding may be increased. Management: A comprehensive risk to benefit assessment should be done for all patients before any concurrent use of edoxaban and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If combined, monitor patients extra closely for signs and symptoms of bleeding.

Enoxaparin

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the anticoagulant effect of Enoxaparin. Management: Discontinue nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs) prior to initiating enoxaparin whenever possible. If concomitant administration is unavoidable, monitor closely for signs and symptoms of bleeding.

Enoxaparin

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties may enhance the anticoagulant effect of Enoxaparin. Management: Discontinue antiplatelet agents prior to initiating enoxaparin whenever possible. If concomitant administration is unavoidable, monitor closely for signs and symptoms of bleeding.

Flunitrazepam

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Flunitrazepam.

Heparin

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the anticoagulant effect of Heparin. Management: Decrease the dose of heparin or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs) if coadministration is required.

Heparin

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties may enhance the anticoagulant effect of Heparin. Management: Decrease the dose of heparin or agents with antiplatelet properties if coadministration is required.

Herbs (Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Properties) (eg, Alfalfa, Anise, Bilberry)

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties. Bleeding may occur. Management: Avoid combination when possible. If used, monitor more closely for evidence of bleeding. Discontinue herbal products with anticoagulant or antiplatelet actions 2 weeks prior to surgical, dental, or invasive procedures.

Herbs (Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Properties) (eg, Alfalfa, Anise, Bilberry)

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents. Bleeding may occur. Management: Concomitant treatment with these agents should generally be avoided. If used concomitantly, increased diligence in monitoring for adverse effects (eg, bleeding, bruising, altered mental status due to CNS bleeds) must be employed.

Hyaluronidase

Antihistamines may diminish the therapeutic effect of Hyaluronidase. Management: Patients receiving antihistamines (particularly at larger doses) may not experience the desired clinical response to standard doses of hyaluronidase. Larger doses of hyaluronidase may be required.

HYDROcodone

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of HYDROcodone. Management: Avoid concomitant use of hydrocodone and benzodiazepines or other CNS depressants when possible. These agents should only be combined if alternative treatment options are inadequate. If combined, limit the dosages and duration of each drug.

Imatinib

Ibuprofen may decrease the serum concentration of Imatinib. Specifically, ibuprofen may decrease intracellular concentrations of imatinib, leading to decreased clinical response. Management: Consider using an alternative to ibuprofen in patients who are being treated with imatinib. Available evidence suggests other NSAIDs do not interact in a similar manner.

Lemborexant

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants. Management: Dosage adjustments of lemborexant and of concomitant CNS depressants may be necessary when administered together because of potentially additive CNS depressant effects. Close monitoring for CNS depressant effects is necessary.

Lithium

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may increase the serum concentration of Lithium.

Loop Diuretics

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may diminish the diuretic effect of Loop Diuretics. Loop Diuretics may enhance the nephrotoxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents. Management: Monitor for evidence of kidney injury or decreased therapeutic effects of loop diuretics with concurrent use of an NSAID. Consider avoiding concurrent use in CHF or cirrhosis. Concomitant use of bumetanide with indomethacin is not recommended.

Methotrexate

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may increase the serum concentration of Methotrexate. Management: Alternative anti-inflammatory therapy should be considered whenever possible, especially if the patient is receiving higher, antineoplastic doses of methotrexate.

Methotrimeprazine

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Methotrimeprazine. Methotrimeprazine may enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants. Management: Reduce adult dose of CNS depressant agents by 50% with initiation of concomitant methotrimeprazine therapy. Further CNS depressant dosage adjustments should be initiated only after clinically effective methotrimeprazine dose is established.

Opioid Agonists

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Opioid Agonists. Management: Avoid concomitant use of opioid agonists and benzodiazepines or other CNS depressants when possible. These agents should only be combined if alternative treatment options are inadequate. If combined, limit the dosages and duration of each drug.

OxyCODONE

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of OxyCODONE. Management: Avoid concomitant use of oxycodone and benzodiazepines or other CNS depressants when possible. These agents should only be combined if alternative treatment options are inadequate. If combined, limit the dosages and duration of each drug.

PEMEtrexed

Ibuprofen may increase the serum concentration of PEMEtrexed. Management: In patients with an estimated creatinine clearance of 45 to 79 mL/min, avoid ibuprofen for 2 days before, the day of, and 2 days following the administration of pemetrexed. Monitor for increased pemetrexed toxicities if combined.

Perampanel

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants. Management: Patients taking perampanel with any other drug that has CNS depressant activities should avoid complex and high-risk activities, particularly those such as driving that require alertness and coordination, until they have experience using the combination.

Pramlintide

May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents. These effects are specific to the GI tract.

Rivaroxaban

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (Nonselective) may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Rivaroxaban. Specifically, the risk of bleeding may be increased. Management: A comprehensive risk to benefit assessment should be done for all patients before any concurrent use of rivaroxaban and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If combined, monitor patients extra closely for signs and symptoms of bleeding.

Salicylates

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (Nonselective) may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Salicylates. An increased risk of bleeding may be associated with use of this combination. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (Nonselective) may diminish the cardioprotective effect of Salicylates. Salicylates may decrease the serum concentration of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (Nonselective). Exceptions: Choline Magnesium Trisalicylate.

Secretin

Anticholinergic Agents may diminish the therapeutic effect of Secretin. Management: Avoid concomitant use of anticholinergic agents and secretin. Discontinue anticholinergic agents at least 5 half-lives prior to administration of secretin.

Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Nonsteroidal AntiInflammatory Agents (Nonselective). Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (Nonselective) may diminish the therapeutic effect of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors. Management: Consider alternatives to NSAIDs. Monitor for evidence of bleeding and diminished antidepressant effects. It is unclear whether COX-2-selective NSAIDs reduce risk.

Serotonin/Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (Nonselective).

Sincalide

Drugs that Affect Gallbladder Function may diminish the therapeutic effect of Sincalide. Management: Consider discontinuing drugs that may affect gallbladder motility prior to the use of sincalide to stimulate gallbladder contraction.

Sodium Oxybate

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants. Management: Consider alternatives to combined use. When combined use is needed, consider minimizing doses of one or more drugs. Use of sodium oxybate with alcohol or sedative hypnotics is contraindicated.

Sodium Phosphates

May enhance the nephrotoxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents. Specifically, the risk of acute phosphate nephropathy may be enhanced. Management: Consider avoiding this combination by temporarily suspending treatment with NSAIDs, or seeking alternatives to oral sodium phosphate bowel preparation. If the combination cannot be avoided, maintain adequate hydration and monitor renal function closely.

Suvorexant

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Suvorexant. Management: Dose reduction of suvorexant and/or any other CNS depressant may be necessary. Use of suvorexant with alcohol is not recommended, and the use of suvorexant with any other drug to treat insomnia is not recommended.

Tapentadol

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants. Management: Avoid concomitant use of tapentadol and benzodiazepines or other CNS depressants when possible. These agents should only be combined if alternative treatment options are inadequate. If combined, limit the dosages and duration of each drug.

Tenofovir Products

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the nephrotoxic effect of Tenofovir Products. Management: Seek alternatives to these combinations whenever possible. Avoid use of tenofovir with multiple NSAIDs or any NSAID given at a high dose.

Vitamin K Antagonists (eg, warfarin)

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (Nonselective) may enhance the anticoagulant effect of Vitamin K Antagonists. Management: Consider alternatives to this combination when possible. If the combination must be used, monitor coagulation status closely and advise patients to promptly report any evidence of bleeding or bruising.

Zolpidem

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Zolpidem. Management: Reduce the Intermezzo brand sublingual zolpidem adult dose to 1.75 mg for men who are also receiving other CNS depressants. No such dose change is recommended for women. Avoid use with other CNS depressants at bedtime; avoid use with alcohol.

Risk Factor X (Avoid combination)

Acemetacin

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Aclidinium

May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents.

Aminolevulinic Acid (Systemic)

Photosensitizing Agents may enhance the photosensitizing effect of Aminolevulinic Acid (Systemic).

Azelastine (Nasal)

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Azelastine (Nasal).

Bromperidol

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Cimetropium

Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the anticholinergic effect of Cimetropium.

Dexibuprofen

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Dexibuprofen.

Dexketoprofen

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Eluxadoline

Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the constipating effect of Eluxadoline.

Floctafenine

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Glycopyrrolate (Oral Inhalation)

Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the anticholinergic effect of Glycopyrrolate (Oral Inhalation).

Glycopyrronium (Topical)

May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents.

Ipratropium (Oral Inhalation)

May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents.

Ketorolac (Nasal)

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Ketorolac (Systemic)

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Levosulpiride

Anticholinergic Agents may diminish the therapeutic effect of Levosulpiride.

Macimorelin

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may diminish the diagnostic effect of Macimorelin.

Mifamurtide

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may diminish the therapeutic effect of Mifamurtide.

Morniflumate

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (COX-2 Selective)

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (COX-2 Selective).

Omacetaxine

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Omacetaxine. Specifically, the risk for bleeding-related events may be increased. Management: Avoid concurrent use of nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) with omacetaxine in patients with a platelet count of less than 50,000/uL.

Orphenadrine

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Orphenadrine.

Oxatomide

May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents.

Oxomemazine

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Paraldehyde

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Paraldehyde.

Pelubiprofen

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Phenylbutazone

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Pitolisant

Antihistamines may diminish the therapeutic effect of Pitolisant.

Potassium Chloride

Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the ulcerogenic effect of Potassium Chloride. Management: Patients on drugs with substantial anticholinergic effects should avoid using any solid oral dosage form of potassium chloride.

Potassium Citrate

Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the ulcerogenic effect of Potassium Citrate.

Revefenacin

Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the anticholinergic effect of Revefenacin.

Talniflumate

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Tenoxicam

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Thalidomide

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Thalidomide.

Tiotropium

Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the anticholinergic effect of Tiotropium.

Umeclidinium

May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents.

Urokinase

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties may enhance the anticoagulant effect of Urokinase.

Zaltoprofen

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Ibuprofen and diphenhydramine: Drug Interaction

Risk Factor C (Monitor therapy)

5-Aminosalicylic Acid Derivatives

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the nephrotoxic effect of 5-Aminosalicylic Acid Derivatives.

Acalabrutinib

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitors

May diminish the therapeutic effect of Anticholinergic Agents. Anticholinergic Agents may diminish the therapeutic effect of Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitors.

Alcohol (Ethyl)

Alcohol's CNS depressing impact may be amplified by CNS depressants (Ethyl).

Alcohol (Ethyl)

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may intensify their negative or harmful effects. In particular, this combination may make Gastrointestinal bleeding more likely.

Aliskiren

Aliskiren's ability to lower blood pressure may be diminished by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs may intensify Aliskiren's nephrotoxic effects. Treatment: In patients on aliskiren and any nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication, frequently check on renal function. Individuals with advanced age, fluid depletion, or pre-existing renal impairment are at increased risk for renal failure. 

Alizapride

CNS depressants may have an enhanced CNS depressant impact. 

Amantadine

may strengthen an anticholinergic agent's anticholinergic action. 

Amezinium

Antihistamines may intensify Amezinium's stimulant effects. 

Aminoglycosides

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may decrease the excretion of Aminoglycosides. Data only in premature infants.

Aminolevulinic Acid (Topical)

Photosensitizing Chemicals may improve the photosensitizing action of Aminolevulinic Acid (Topical). 

Amphetamines

may lessen antihistamines' sedative effects. 

Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs may intensify their negative or harmful effects. In particular, the combination may cause a significant decline in renal function. Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers' therapeutic impact may be lessened by non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Both glomerular filtration rate and renal function may be considerably reduced by the combination of these two drugs.

Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may intensify their negative or harmful effects. In particular, the combination may cause a significant decline in renal function. Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors' antihypertensive effects may be lessened by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. 

Anticholinergic Agents

Other anticholinergic agents' negative or hazardous effects could be amplified. 

Anticoagulants

The anticoagulant impact of anticoagulants may be strengthened by agents with antiplatelet properties. Bemiparin, Enoxaparin, and Heparin are exceptions. 

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties (e.g., P2Y12 inhibitors, NSAIDs, SSRIs, etc.)

Other agents with antiplatelet properties may have an enhanced antiplatelet impact.

ARIPiprazole

CYP2D6 Inhibitors (Weak) may increase the serum concentration of ARIPiprazole. Management: Monitor for increased aripiprazole pharmacologic effects. Aripiprazole dose adjustments may or may not be required based on concomitant therapy and/or indication. Consult full interaction monograph for specific recommendations.

Beta-Blockers

Beta-Blockers' ability to lower blood pressure may be diminished by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Metipranolol and Levobunolol are exceptions. 

Betahistine

The therapeutic benefit of betahistine may be reduced by antihistamines.

Bisphosphonate Derivatives

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Bisphosphonate Derivatives. Both an increased risk of gastrointestinal ulceration and an increased risk of nephrotoxicity are of concern.

Botulinum Toxin-Containing Products

May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents.

Brexanolone

Brexanolone's CNS depressing effects may be amplified by other CNS depressants.

Brimonidine (Topical)

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Bromopride

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Cannabidiol

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Cannabis

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Cephalothin

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Cephalothin. Specifically, the risk for bleeding may be increased.

Chloral Betaine

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Anticholinergic Agents.

Chlorphenesin Carbamate

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of CNS Depressants.

CNS Depressants

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of other CNS Depressants.

Collagenase (Systemic)

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Collagenase (Systemic). Specifically, the risk of injection site bruising and/or bleeding may be increased.

Corticosteroids (Systemic)

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal AntiInflammatory Agents (Nonselective).

Dasatinib

May enhance the anticoagulant effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties. Management: Drugs listed as exceptions to this monograph are discussed in further detail in separate drug interaction monographs.

Deferasirox

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Deferasirox. Specifically, the risk for GI ulceration/irritation or GI bleeding may be increased.

Deoxycholic Acid

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Deoxycholic Acid. Specifically, the risk for bleeding or bruising in the treatment area may be increased.

Desmopressin

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Desmopressin.

Dichlorphenamide

Dichlorphenamide levels in the blood may rise in response to OAT1/3 inhibitors. 

Digoxin

Digoxin's serum levels may rise in response to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.

Dimethindene (Topical)

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Doxylamine

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants. Management: The manufacturer of Diclegis (doxylamine/pyridoxine), intended for use in pregnancy, specifically states that use with other CNS depressants is not recommended.

Dronabinol

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Drospirenone

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the hyperkalemic effect of Drospirenone.

Eplerenone

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may diminish the antihypertensive effect of Eplerenone. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the hyperkalemic effect of Eplerenone.

Esketamine

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Fat Emulsion (Fish Oil Based)

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Felbinac

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Gastrointestinal Agents (Prokinetic)

Anticholinergic Agents may diminish the therapeutic effect of Gastrointestinal Agents (Prokinetic).

Glucagon

Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Glucagon. Specifically, the risk of gastrointestinal adverse effects may be increased.

Glucosamine

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Haloperidol

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Haloperidol. Specifically including drowsiness and confusion.

HydrALAZINE

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs may lessen HydrALAZINE's ability to lower blood pressure. 

HydrOXYzine

CNS depressants may have an enhanced CNS depressant impact. 

Ibritumomab Tiuxetan

Antiplatelet agents may intensify the toxic/unfavorable effects of ibritumomab tiuxetan. Both substances may raise the risk of bleeding and compromise platelet function. 

Ibrutinib

Agents having poisonous or harmful effects may intensify their negative or hazardous effects.

Inotersen

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Itopride

Anticholinergic Agents may diminish the therapeutic effect of Itopride.

Kava Kava

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of CNS Depressants.

Limaprost

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Lofexidine

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants. Management: Drugs listed as exceptions to this monograph are discussed in further detail in separate drug interaction monographs.

Lumacaftor

May decrease the serum concentration of Ibuprofen.

Magnesium Sulfate

CNS depressants may have an enhanced CNS depressant impact. 

MetFORMIN

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs may intensify MetFORMIN's harmful or hazardous effects. 

MetyroSINE

The sedative effects of metyroSINE may be strengthened by CNS depressants. 

Mianserin

may strengthen an anticholinergic agent's anticholinergic action. 

Minocycline (Systemic)

CNS depressants may have an enhanced CNS depressant impact. 

Mirabegron

Anticholinergic drugs may make Mirabegron's harmful or hazardous effects worse. 

Multivitamins/Fluoride (with ADE)

Agents having antiplatelet properties may have an enhanced antiplatelet impact.

Multivitamins/Minerals (with ADEK, Folate, Iron)

The antiplatelet action of agents with antiplatelet properties could be enhanced. 

Multivitamins/Minerals (with AE, No Iron)

The antiplatelet action of agents with antiplatelet properties could be enhanced. 

Nabilone

Perhaps intensifies the CNS depressive effects of CNS Depressants. 

Naftazone

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may improve their antiplatelet action. 

Nitroglycerin

The absorption of nitroglycerin may be decreased by anticholinergic agents. In particular, anticholinergic medications may lessen the rate at which sublingual nitroglycerin pills dissolve, thereby affecting or delaying nitroglycerin absorption.

Obinutuzumab

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Obinutuzumab. Specifically, the risk of serious bleeding-related events may be increased.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Pentosan Polysulfate Sodium

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties. Specifically, the risk of bleeding may be increased by concurrent use of these agents.

Pentoxifylline

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Perhexiline

CYP2D6 Inhibitors (Weak) may increase the serum concentration of Perhexiline.

Piribedil

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Piribedil.

Porfimer

Photosensitizing Agents may enhance the photosensitizing effect of Porfimer.

Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may diminish the antihypertensive effect of Potassium-Sparing Diuretics. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the hyperkalemic effect of Potassium-Sparing Diuretics.

PRALAtrexate

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may increase the serum concentration of PRALAtrexate. More specifically, NSAIDS may decrease the renal excretion of pralatrexate. Management: Closely monitor for increased pralatrexate serum levels and/or toxicity if used concomitantly with an NSAID. Monitor for decreased pralatrexate serum levels with NSAID discontinuation.

Pramipexole

CNS Depressants may enhance the sedative effect of Pramipexole.

Probenecid

May increase the serum concentration of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Prostacyclin Analogues

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Prostaglandins (Ophthalmic)

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may diminish the therapeutic effect of Prostaglandins (Ophthalmic). Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may also enhance the therapeutic effects of Prostaglandins (Ophthalmic).

Quinolones

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the neuroexcitatory and/or seizure-potentiating effect of Quinolones. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may increase the serum concentration of Quinolones.

Ramosetron

Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the constipating effect of Ramosetron.

ROPINIRole

The sedative effects of CNS depressants may increase those of ROPINIRole.

Rotigotine

Rotigotine's sedative effects may be boosted by CNS depressants. 

Rufinamide

CNS depressants' harmful or toxic effects might be increased. Particularly, drowsiness and lightheadedness might be worsened. 

Salicylates

The harmful or toxic impact of salicylates may be increased by substances having antiplatelet properties. Bleeding risk might rise as a result. 

Tacrolimus (Systemic)

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs may intensify Tacrolimus' nephrotoxic effects (Systemic). 

Tetrahydrocannabinol

CNS depressants may have an enhanced CNS depressant impact. 

Tetrahydrocannabinol and Cannabidiol

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Thiazide and Thiazide-Like Diuretics

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs may have a greater nephrotoxic impact. Thiazide and Thiazide-Like Diuretics' therapeutic effects may be lessened by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.

Thiazide and Thiazide-Like Diuretics

The blood concentration of thiazide and thiazide-like diuretics may be raised by anticholinergic agents.

Thrombolytic Agents

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties may enhance the anticoagulant effect of Thrombolytic Agents.

Tipranavir

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Tolperisone

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Tolperisone. Specifically, the risk of hypersensitivity reactions may be increased. Tolperisone may enhance the therapeutic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Topiramate

Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Topiramate.

Tricyclic Antidepressants (Tertiary Amine)

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (Nonselective).

Trimeprazine

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Vancomycin

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may increase the serum concentration of Vancomycin.

Verteporfin

Photosensitizing Agents may enhance the photosensitizing effect of Verteporfin.

Vitamin E (Systemic)

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Voriconazole

May increase the serum concentration of Ibuprofen. Specifically, concentrations of the S-(+)-ibuprofen enantiomer may be increased.

Zanubrutinib

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Agents with Antiplatelet Properties.

Risk Factor D (Consider therapy modification)

Apixaban

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (Nonselective) may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Apixaban. Specifically, the risk of bleeding may be increased. Management: A comprehensive risk to benefit assessment should be done for all patients before any concurrent use of apixaban and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If combined, monitor patients extra closely for signs and symptoms of bleeding.

Bemiparin

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the anticoagulant effect of Bemiparin. Management: Avoid concomitant use of bemiparin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs) due to the increased risk of bleeding. If concomitant use is unavoidable, monitor closely for signs and symptoms of bleeding.

Bemiparin

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties may enhance the anticoagulant effect of Bemiparin. Management: Avoid concomitant use of bemiparin with antiplatelet agents. If concomitant use is unavoidable, monitor closely for signs and symptoms of bleeding.

Benzylpenicilloyl Polylysine

Antihistamines may diminish the diagnostic effect of Benzylpenicilloyl Polylysine. Management: Suspend systemic H1 antagonists for benzylpenicilloyl-polylysine skin testing and delay testing until systemic antihistaminic effects have dissipated. A histamine skin test may be used to assess persistent antihistaminic effects.

Bile Acid Sequestrants

May decrease the absorption of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Blonanserin

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Blonanserin.

Buprenorphine

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Buprenorphine. Management: Consider reduced doses of other CNS depressants, and avoiding such drugs in patients at high risk of buprenorphine overuse/self-injection. Initiate buprenorphine at lower doses in patients already receiving CNS depressants.

Chlormethiazole

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants. Management: Monitor closely for evidence of excessive CNS depression. The chlormethiazole labeling states that an appropriately reduced dose should be used if such a combination must be used.

CycloSPORINE (Systemic)

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the nephrotoxic effect of CycloSPORINE (Systemic). Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may increase the serum concentration of CycloSPORINE (Systemic). CycloSPORINE (Systemic) may increase the serum concentration of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents. Management: Consider alternatives to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs). Monitor for evidence of nephrotoxicity, as well as increased serum cyclosporine concentrations and systemic effects (eg, hypertension) during concomitant therapy with NSAIDs.

Dabigatran Etexilate

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (Nonselective) may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Dabigatran Etexilate. Specifically, the risk of bleeding may be increased. Management: A comprehensive risk to benefit assessment should be done for all patients before any concurrent use of dabigatran and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If combined, monitor patients extra closely for signs and symptoms of bleeding.

Diclofenac (Systemic)

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents. Management: Seek alternatives to the combined use of diclofenac with other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs). Avoid the use of diclofenac/misoprostol with other NSAIDs.

Droperidol

Perhaps intensifies the CNS depressive effects of CNS Depressants. Management: Take into account lowering the dosage of droperidol or other CNS drugs (such as opioids or barbiturates) when used concurrently. In-depth discussions of the exceptions to this monograph can be found in other medication interaction monographs.

Edoxaban

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (Nonselective) may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Edoxaban. Specifically, the risk of bleeding may be increased. Management: A comprehensive risk to benefit assessment should be done for all patients before any concurrent use of edoxaban and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If combined, monitor patients extra closely for signs and symptoms of bleeding.

Enoxaparin

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the anticoagulant effect of Enoxaparin. Management: Discontinue nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs) prior to initiating enoxaparin whenever possible. If concomitant administration is unavoidable, monitor closely for signs and symptoms of bleeding.

Enoxaparin

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties may enhance the anticoagulant effect of Enoxaparin. Management: Discontinue antiplatelet agents prior to initiating enoxaparin whenever possible. If concomitant administration is unavoidable, monitor closely for signs and symptoms of bleeding.

Flunitrazepam

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Flunitrazepam.

Heparin

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the anticoagulant effect of Heparin. Management: Decrease the dose of heparin or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs) if coadministration is required.

Heparin

The anticoagulant action of heparin may be strengthened by substances with antiplatelet properties. If coadministration is necessary, reduce the dosage of heparin or other medications having antiplatelet characteristics.

Herbs (Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Properties) (eg, Alfalfa, Anise, Bilberry)

Agents having poisonous or harmful effects may intensify their negative or hazardous effects. Bleeding might happen. Management: Where at all feasible, avoid combining. If used, keep a closer eye out for signs of bleeding. Two weeks before any type of surgery, dental work, or invasive treatment, stop using herbal remedies that have anticoagulant or antiplatelet effects.

Herbs (Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Properties) (eg, Alfalfa, Anise, Bilberry)

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may intensify their negative or harmful effects. Bleeding might happen. Management: It is typically advised to avoid using these medications together. When used concurrently, extra care must be taken to watch for any negative side effects, such as bleeding, bruising, or changed mental state brought on by CNS bleeds.

Hyaluronidase

Antihistamines may diminish the therapeutic effect of Hyaluronidase. Management: Patients receiving antihistamines (particularly at larger doses) may not experience the desired clinical response to standard doses of hyaluronidase. Larger doses of hyaluronidase may be required.

HYDROcodone

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of HYDROcodone. Management: Avoid concomitant use of hydrocodone and benzodiazepines or other CNS depressants when possible. These agents should only be combined if alternative treatment options are inadequate. If combined, limit the dosages and duration of each drug.

Imatinib

Imatinib's serum levels may drop if you take ibuprofen. Particularly, ibuprofen may lower imatinib intracellular concentrations, which would reduce clinical response. Treatment: If a patient is on imatinib therapy, think about using a different medication than ibuprofen. The research that is currently available indicates that other NSAIDs do not interact similarly.

Lemborexant

CNS depressants may have an enhanced CNS depressant impact. Management: Lemborexant and concurrent CNS depressants may need their dosages adjusted when used concurrently due to the possibility of additive CNS depressive effects. Effects of CNS depressants must be closely monitored.

Lithium

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may increase the serum concentration of Lithium.

Loop Diuretics

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may diminish the diuretic effect of Loop Diuretics. Loop Diuretics may enhance the nephrotoxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents. Management: Monitor for evidence of kidney injury or decreased therapeutic effects of loop diuretics with concurrent use of an NSAID. Consider avoiding concurrent use in CHF or cirrhosis. Concomitant use of bumetanide with indomethacin is not recommended.

Methotrexate

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may increase the serum concentration of Methotrexate. Management: Alternative anti-inflammatory therapy should be considered whenever possible, especially if the patient is receiving higher, antineoplastic doses of methotrexate.

Methotrimeprazine

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Methotrimeprazine. Methotrimeprazine may enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants. Management: Reduce adult dose of CNS depressant agents by 50% with initiation of concomitant methotrimeprazine therapy. Further CNS depressant dosage adjustments should be initiated only after clinically effective methotrimeprazine dose is established.

Opioid Agonists

Opioid agonists' CNS depressing effects may be amplified by CNS depressants. Management: When at all feasible, refrain from using benzodiazepines or other CNS depressants concurrently with opioid agonists. Only in the event that other treatment choices are insufficient should these medications be combined. Limit the duration and dose of each medicine when used together.

OxyCODONE

The CNS depressing effects of OxyCODONE may be enhanced by CNS depressants. Management: If feasible, refrain from using oxycodone and benzodiazepines or other CNS depressants concurrently. Only in the event that other treatment choices are insufficient should these medications be combined. Limit the duration and dose of each medicine when used together.

PEMEtrexed

The blood levels of PEMEtrexed may rise in response to ibuprofen. Treatment: Patients should abstain from ibuprofen for 2 days prior to, the day of, and 2 days after the administration of pemetrexed. This applies to patients with an estimated creatinine clearance of 45 to 79 mL/min. If coupled, keep an eye out for increased pemetrexed toxicity.

Perampanel

CNS depressants may have an enhanced CNS depressant impact. Treatment: Unless they have experience using the combination, patients taking perampanel along with any other medication that has CNS depressive effects should avoid complicated and high-risk activities, especially those like driving that call for awareness and coordination.

Pramlintide

may strengthen an anticholinergic agent's anticholinergic action. The Gastrointestinal tract alone is the target of these effects.

Rivaroxaban

Rivaroxaban's negative/toxic effects may be amplified by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (Nonselective). In particular, there may be an elevated risk of bleeding. Management: Before combining rivaroxaban and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications in any patient, a thorough risk-to-benefit analysis should be conducted (NSAIDs). If combined, keep a closer eye out for any indications or symptoms of bleeding in the patients.

Salicylates

Salicylates may have a more negative/toxic impact when combined with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (Nonselective). The usage of this combination may raise your risk of bleeding. Salicylates' cardioprotective action may be reduced by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (Nonselective). Salicylates may lower the blood level of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (Nonselective). Exceptions: Trisalicylate of magnesium and choline.

Secretin

The therapeutic impact of Secretin may be diminished by anticholinergic agents. Management: Avoid using secretin and anticholinergic medications together. At least five half-lives should pass before stopping anticholinergic medications in order to administer secretin.

Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors

may enhance nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs' antiplatelet effect (Nonselective). Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors' therapeutic effects may be lessened by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (Nonselective). There are alternatives to the use of NSAIDs. Keep an eye out for any signs of bleeding and decreased antidepressant effects. If COX-2-selective NSAIDs lower risk is unknown.

Serotonin/Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors

May enhance the antiplatelet effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (Nonselective).

Sincalide

Drugs that Affect Gallbladder Function may diminish the therapeutic effect of Sincalide. Management: Consider discontinuing drugs that may affect gallbladder motility prior to the use of sincalide to stimulate gallbladder contraction.

Sodium Oxybate

CNS depressants may have an enhanced CNS depressant impact. Management: Take into account substitutes for combined usage. Reduce the dosage of one or more medications when simultaneous usage is necessary. It is not advised to use sodium oxybate with alcoholic beverages or hypnotic sedatives.

Sodium Phosphates

may intensify nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs' nephrotoxic effects. In particular, there may be an increased risk of acute phosphate nephropathy. Treatment: You might want to temporarily stop taking NSAIDs or look into alternatives to the oral sodium phosphate bowel preparation in order to prevent this combo. Maintaining appropriate hydration and properly monitoring renal function should be done if the combination cannot be avoided.

Suvorexant

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Suvorexant. Management: Dose reduction of suvorexant and/or any other CNS depressant may be necessary. Use of suvorexant with alcohol is not recommended, and the use of suvorexant with any other drug to treat insomnia is not recommended.

Tapentadol

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants. Management: Avoid concomitant use of tapentadol and benzodiazepines or other CNS depressants when possible. These agents should only be combined if alternative treatment options are inadequate. If combined, limit the dosages and duration of each drug.

Tenofovir Products

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the nephrotoxic effect of Tenofovir Products. Management: Seek alternatives to these combinations whenever possible. Avoid the use of tenofovir with multiple NSAIDs or any NSAID given at a high dose.

Vitamin K Antagonists (eg, warfarin)

The anticoagulant action of vitamin K antagonists may be enhanced by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (Nonselective). Management: Where feasible, look for alternatives to this pairing. If the combination must be used, regularly track the patient's coagulation status and ask them to notify you as soon as they see any signs of bleeding or bruising.

Zolpidem

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Zolpidem. Management: Reduce the Intermezzo brand sublingual zolpidem adult dose to 1.75 mg for men who are also receiving other CNS depressants. No such dose change is recommended for women. Avoid use with other CNS depressants at bedtime; avoid use with alcohol.

Risk Factor X (Avoid combination)

Acemetacin

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Aclidinium

May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents.

Aminolevulinic Acid (Systemic)

Photosensitizing Agents may enhance the photosensitizing effect of Aminolevulinic Acid (Systemic).

Azelastine (Nasal)

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Azelastine (Nasal).

Bromperidol

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Cimetropium

Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the anticholinergic effect of Cimetropium.

Dexibuprofen

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Dexibuprofen.

Dexketoprofen

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Eluxadoline

Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the constipating effect of Eluxadoline.

Floctafenine

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may intensify their negative or harmful effects.

Glycopyrrolate (Oral Inhalation)

Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the anticholinergic effect of Glycopyrrolate (Oral Inhalation).

Glycopyrronium (Topical)

May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents.

Ipratropium (Oral Inhalation)

May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents.

Ketorolac (Nasal)

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Ketorolac (Systemic)

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Levosulpiride

Anticholinergic Agents may diminish the therapeutic effect of Levosulpiride.

Macimorelin

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may diminish the diagnostic effect of Macimorelin.

Mifamurtide

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may diminish the therapeutic effect of Mifamurtide.

Morniflumate

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (COX-2 Selective)

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (COX-2 Selective).

Omacetaxine

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Omacetaxine. Specifically, the risk for bleeding-related events may be increased. Management: Avoid concurrent use of nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) with omacetaxine in patients with a platelet count of less than 50,000/uL.

Orphenadrine

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Orphenadrine.

Oxatomide

May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents.

Oxomemazine

May enhance the CNS depressant effect of CNS Depressants.

Paraldehyde

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Paraldehyde.

Pelubiprofen

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Phenylbutazone

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Pitolisant

Antihistamines may diminish the therapeutic effect of Pitolisant.

Potassium Chloride

Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the ulcerogenic effect of Potassium Chloride. Management: Patients on drugs with substantial anticholinergic effects should avoid using any solid oral dosage form of potassium chloride.

Potassium Citrate

Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the ulcerogenic effect of Potassium Citrate.

Revefenacin

Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the anticholinergic effect of Revefenacin.

Talniflumate

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Tenoxicam

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

Thalidomide

CNS Depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effect of Thalidomide.

Tiotropium

Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the anticholinergic effect of Tiotropium.

Umeclidinium

May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents.

Urokinase

Agents with Antiplatelet Properties may enhance the anticoagulant effect of Urokinase.

Zaltoprofen

May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents.

 

Monitoring Parameters:

See how the therapy is working. Particularly in individuals who are at risk of developing renal failure, keep an eye out for kidney impairment.


How to administer Ibuprofen and diphenhydramine?

It may be administered with food or milk to avoid gastrointestinal-related side effects.


Mechanism of action of Advil PM (Ibuprofen and diphenhydramine):

  • Ibuprofen, a reversible inhibitor, of the enzyme cyclooxygenase I and II, is a medication that reduces inflammation, fever, and pain.
  • You can find detailed pharmacology information here.Ibuprofen (Brufen). Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine that blocks H-1 receptors. 
  • It blocks the release of histamine, has sedative effects and anticholinergic qualities. 
  • See detailed pharmacology of diphenhydramine here: Diphenhydramine (Benadryl).

International Brand Names of Ibuprofen and diphenhydramine:

  • Advil PM
  • GoodSense Ibuprofen PM
  • Motrin PM
  • Advil Night

Ibuprofen and diphenhydramine Brand Names in Pakistan:

No Brands Available in Pakistan.