Drug interactions with bupropion hcl oral and pimozide oral

bupropion hcl oral brand names and other generic formulations include:

Budeprion SR Oral, Budeprion XL Oral, Buproban Oral, Forfivo XL Oral, Wellbutrin Oral, Wellbutrin SR Oral, Wellbutrin XL Oral, Zyban Oral

All generic drug interactions for bupropion hcl oral (lists will include brand and generic names):

pimozide oral brand names and other generic formulations include:

Orap Oral

All generic drug interactions for pimozide oral (lists will include brand and generic names):
ContraindicatedNever use this combination of drugs because of high risk for dangerous interaction

bupropion hcl oral and pimozide oral

bupropion hcl oral will increase the level or effect of pimozide oral by altering drug metabolism. Combination may increase risk of seizures and reduce breakdown of both drug.

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ContraindicatedContraindicated.

bupropion hcl oral and pimozide oral

bupropion hcl oral will increase the level or effect of pimozide oral by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2D6 metabolism. Both bupropion and hydroxybupropion (major metabolite) are considered strong CYP2D6 inhibitors; additionally, bupropion and pimozide lower seizure threshold

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Contraindicated

Never use this combination of drugs because of high risk for dangerous interaction

Serious

Potential for serious interaction; regular monitoring by your doctor required or alternate medication may be needed

Significant

Potential for significant interaction (monitoring by your doctor is likely required)

Minor

Interaction is unlikely, minor, or nonsignificant

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