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Does Eliquis Interact With Dilantin And Phenobarbital?
Posted on
Sun, 22 Nov 2015
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Sun, 22 Nov 2015
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Sat, 19 Dec 2015
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Question : Can Eliquis effect your seizure medicine, Dilantin and Phenobarbital?
Brief Answer:
the phenytoin enhances breakdown of eliquis, reducing its action
Detailed Answer:
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Phenytoin (dilatin) would decrease the level of the eliquis. It induces the action of an enzyme (chemical that acts as a catalyst) that is involved in the breakdown of eliquis.
This can cause substantially reduced levels of the eliquis which would mean that th eliquis is not able to carry out its job to reduce the risk of clotting.
This combination is not usually advised
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
the phenytoin enhances breakdown of eliquis, reducing its action
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Phenytoin (dilatin) would decrease the level of the eliquis. It induces the action of an enzyme (chemical that acts as a catalyst) that is involved in the breakdown of eliquis.
This can cause substantially reduced levels of the eliquis which would mean that th eliquis is not able to carry out its job to reduce the risk of clotting.
This combination is not usually advised
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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