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Does Apixaban Interact With Carbamazepine?

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Posted on Tue, 26 Sep 2017
Question: What is the actual result of the interaction between Apixaban and Carbamazepine
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Answered by Dr. Michelle Gibson James (24 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
carbamazepine decreases the level or effect of the apixaban

Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

The use of these medications together is contraindicated, meaning that they should not be used together.

The carbamazepine decreases the level or effect of the apixaban by affecting its metabolism.
This means that the ability of the apixaban to prevent clots forming is significantly reduced.

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Does Apixaban Interact With Carbamazepine?

Brief Answer: carbamazepine decreases the level or effect of the apixaban Detailed Answer: HI, thanks for using healthcare magic The use of these medications together is contraindicated, meaning that they should not be used together. The carbamazepine decreases the level or effect of the apixaban by affecting its metabolism. This means that the ability of the apixaban to prevent clots forming is significantly reduced. I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions