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Does Melatonin Interact With Apixaban And Metoprolol?
Posted on
Sun, 14 Feb 2016
Medically reviewed by
Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team
Sun, 14 Feb 2016
Answered on
Mon, 30 May 2016
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Brief Answer:
risk of interaction
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
There is a possible risk of interaction between melatonin and apixaban according to at least 2 medical information sites including medscape drug interaction checker.
Melatonin may increase the effect of the apixaban and therefore increase the risk of bleeding.
It would be best to consider either speaking to your doctor about this potential risk or using another sleep aid.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
risk of interaction
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
There is a possible risk of interaction between melatonin and apixaban according to at least 2 medical information sites including medscape drug interaction checker.
Melatonin may increase the effect of the apixaban and therefore increase the risk of bleeding.
It would be best to consider either speaking to your doctor about this potential risk or using another sleep aid.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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