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Lofexidine and QT prolongation

Result of checking the interaction of drug Lofexidine and disease QT prolongation for safety when used together.

Check result:

Lofexidine <> QT prolongation

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

Lofexidine prolongs the QT interval. Its use should be avoided in patients with congenital long QT syndrome. It is recommended to monitor ECG prior to and during treatment in patients with congestive heart failure, bradyarrhythmias, hepatic impairment, renal impairment, or patients taking other medicinal products that lead to QT prolongation (e.g., methadone). Electrolyte abnormalities must be corrected prior to initiating therapy.

Lofexidine

Generic Name: lofexidine

Brand Name: Lucemyra

Synonyms: n.a.

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