6 Interactions found for:
Drug Interactions
No drug interactions were found for selected drugs: Adderall, ibuprofen.
This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Drug and Food Interactions
Moderate
Adderall
+ Food
The following applies to the ingredients: Amphetamine (found in Adderall)
GENERALLY AVOID: Alcohol may potentiate the cardiovascular effects of amphetamines. The exact mechanism of interaction is unknown. In one study, concurrent administration of methamphetamine (30 mg intravenously) and ethanol (1 gm/kg orally over 30 minutes) increased heart rate by 24 beats/minute compared to methamphetamine alone. This increases cardiac work and myocardial oxygen consumption, which may lead to more adverse cardiovascular effects than either agent alone. Subjective effects of ethanol were diminished in the eight study subjects, but those of methamphetamine were not affected. The pharmacokinetics of methamphetamine were also unaffected except for a decrease in the apparent volume of distribution at steady state. The interaction was suspected in a case report of a 20-year-old male who experienced retrosternal chest pain shortly after drinking alcohol and taking a double dose of his amphetamine/dextroamphetamine medication (Adderall 15 mg X 2) to stay alert. The patient had no family history of cardiovascular diseases, and his past medical history was remarkable only for ADHD. Prior to the episode, the patient had not taken his medication for weeks and had been drinking whiskey the previous three nights before going to bed. The patient was diagnosed with myocardial infarction likely secondary to amphetamine-induced coronary vasospasm.
MANAGEMENT: Concomitant use of amphetamines and alcohol should be avoided if possible, especially in patients with a history of heart disease.
References
- Mendelson J, Jones RT, Upton R, Jacob P 3rd "Methamphetamine and ethanol interactions in humans." Clin Pharmacol Ther 57 (1995): 559-68
- Jiao X, Velez S, Ringstad J, Eyma V, Miller D, Bleiberg M "Myocardial infarction associated with Adderall XR and alcohol use in a young man." J Am Board Fam Med 22 (2009): 197-201
The following applies to the ingredients: Dextroamphetamine (found in Adderall)
GENERALLY AVOID: Alcohol may potentiate the cardiovascular effects of amphetamines. The exact mechanism of interaction is unknown. In one study, concurrent administration of methamphetamine (30 mg intravenously) and ethanol (1 gm/kg orally over 30 minutes) increased heart rate by 24 beats/minute compared to methamphetamine alone. This increases cardiac work and myocardial oxygen consumption, which may lead to more adverse cardiovascular effects than either agent alone. Subjective effects of ethanol were diminished in the eight study subjects, but those of methamphetamine were not affected. The pharmacokinetics of methamphetamine were also unaffected except for a decrease in the apparent volume of distribution at steady state. The interaction was suspected in a case report of a 20-year-old male who experienced retrosternal chest pain shortly after drinking alcohol and taking a double dose of his amphetamine/dextroamphetamine medication (Adderall 15 mg X 2) to stay alert. The patient had no family history of cardiovascular diseases, and his past medical history was remarkable only for ADHD. Prior to the episode, the patient had not taken his medication for weeks and had been drinking whiskey the previous three nights before going to bed. The patient was diagnosed with myocardial infarction likely secondary to amphetamine-induced coronary vasospasm.
MANAGEMENT: Concomitant use of amphetamines and alcohol should be avoided if possible, especially in patients with a history of heart disease.
References
- Mendelson J, Jones RT, Upton R, Jacob P 3rd "Methamphetamine and ethanol interactions in humans." Clin Pharmacol Ther 57 (1995): 559-68
- Jiao X, Velez S, Ringstad J, Eyma V, Miller D, Bleiberg M "Myocardial infarction associated with Adderall XR and alcohol use in a young man." J Am Board Fam Med 22 (2009): 197-201
Moderate
Ibuprofen
+ Food
The following applies to the ingredients: Ibuprofen
GENERALLY AVOID: The concurrent use of aspirin or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and ethanol may lead to gastrointestinal (GI) blood loss. The mechanism may be due to a combined local effect as well as inhibition of prostaglandins leading to decreased integrity of the GI lining.
MANAGEMENT: Patients should be counseled on this potential interaction and advised to refrain from alcohol consumption while taking aspirin or NSAIDs.
References
- "Product Information. Motrin (ibuprofen)." Pharmacia and Upjohn PROD (2002):
Drug and Pregnancy Interactions
Major
Ibuprofen
+ Pregnancy
The following applies to the ingredients: Ibuprofen
Contraindicated last trimester of pregnancy
NSAIDs should be avoided at 20 weeks gestation and later
AU TGA pregnancy category C
US FDA pregnancy category: Not assigned
Risk Summary: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) use in pregnant women at 30 weeks gestation and later may cause premature closure of the fetal ductus arteriosus; NSAID use at 20 weeks gestation or later may cause fetal renal dysfunction leading to oligohydramnios and, in some cases, neonatal renal impairment.
Comments:
-NSAID use in pregnancy prior to 20 weeks gestation should be based on a benefit-risk assessment; some authorities recommend avoiding NSAIDs throughout pregnancy whenever possible.
-If NSAID use is necessary between 20- and 30-weeks' gestation, limit use to the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration possible; ultrasound monitoring of amniotic fluid should be considered if NSAID use extends beyond 48 hours; if oligohydramnios occurs, discontinue NSAID and treat appropriately.
-NSAID use is not recommended in women attempting to conceive as it may impair female fertility.
Published reports have not shown clear developmental effects in animal studies with dosing up to 0.4 (rabbits) and 0.5 (rats) times the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) throughout gestation. In rats, dosed at 0.8 times the MRHD on gestation days 9 and 10, an increase in membranous ventricular septal defects was reported; maternal toxicity was also reported. Animal data has shown that prostaglandins play an important role in endometrial vascular permeability, blastocyst implantation, and decidualization; administration of prostaglandin synthesis inhibitors such as this drug, has been shown to result in increased pre-and post-implantation loss. Data from epidemiological studies suggest an increased risk of miscarriage and of cardiac malformation and gastroschisis after use of a prostaglandin synthesis inhibitor in early pregnancy. The absolute risk for cardiovascular malformation was increased from less than 1%, up to approximately 1.5 %. The risk is believed to increase with dose and duration of therapy. There are no controlled data in human pregnancy.
US FDA Drug Safety Communication (10-2020): The FDA is requiring a new warning be added to NSAID labeling describing the risk of fetal kidney problems that may result in low amniotic fluid. The FDA is recommending pregnant women avoid NSAID use at 20 weeks gestation or later. Through 2017, the FDA has received 35 reports of low amniotic fluid levels or kidney problems in mothers who took NSAIDs while pregnant. Five newborns died; 2 had kidney failure and confirmed low amniotic fluid, 3 had kidney failure without confirmed low amniotic fluid. The low amniotic fluid started as early as 20 weeks of pregnancy. There were 11 reports of low amniotic fluid levels during pregnancy and the fluid volume returned to normal after the NSAID was stopped. The medical literature has reported low amniotic fluid levels with use of NSAIDs for varying amounts of time, ranging from 48 hours to multiple weeks. Complications of prolonged oligohydramnios may include limb contractures and delayed lung maturation. In some postmarketing cases of impaired neonatal renal function, invasive procedures such as exchange transfusion or dialysis were required. In other cases, the condition was reversible within 3 to 6 days of stopping the NSAID and in these cases reappeared when the same NSAID was restarted.
Administration during labor and delivery is not recommended; onset of labor may be delayed, and duration increased with greater bleeding tendency in mother and child.
NSAIDs may impair female fertility; withdrawal of NSAID therapy should be considered in women with difficulties conceiving or who are undergoing investigation of infertility.
AU TGA pregnancy category C: Drugs which, owing to their pharmacological effects, have caused or may be suspected of causing, harmful effects on the human fetus or neonate without causing malformations. These effects may be reversible. Accompanying texts should be consulted for further details.
US FDA pregnancy category Not Assigned: The US FDA has amended the pregnancy labeling rule for prescription drug products to require labeling that includes a summary of risk, a discussion of the data supporting that summary, and relevant information to help health care providers make prescribing decisions and counsel women about the use of drugs during pregnancy. Pregnancy categories A, B, C, D, and X are being phased out.
References
- "Product Information. Motrin (ibuprofen)." Pharmacia and Upjohn PROD (2002):
- "Product Information. Ibuprofen (ibuprofen)." Par Pharmaceutical Inc (2004):
- Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics." O 0
- "Product Information. NeoProfen (ibuprofen)." Ovation Pharmaceuticals Inc (2006):
- Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information." O 0
- "Product Information. Caldolor (ibuprofen)." Cumberland Pharmaceuticals Inc (2009):
- US Food and Drug Administration "FDA recommends avoiding use of NSAIDs in pregnancy at 20 weeks or later because they can result in low amniotic fluid. https://www.fda.gov/media/142967/download" (2020):
Major
Adderall
+ Pregnancy
The following applies to the ingredients: Amphetamine (found in Adderall)
Use only if the benefit justifies the risk to the fetus
US FDA pregnancy category: Not Assigned
Risk Summary: There are insufficient data to determine a drug-associated risk of major congenital malformations or miscarriages; long-term neurochemical and behavioral effects have been reported in published animal developmental studies using clinically relevant doses of amphetamine.
Comments:
-Infants born to mothers dependent on amphetamines have an increased risk of premature delivery and low birth weight; these infants should be monitored for feeding difficulties, irritability, agitation, excessive drowsiness and other withdrawal symptoms.
-Pregnancy exposure registry monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to psychostimulants during pregnancy; National Pregnancy Registry for Psychostimulants 1-866-961-2388 or online at https://womensmentalhealth.org/clinical-and-research-programs/pregnancyregistry/othermedications/
In animal studies, no effects on morphological development were seen in rats and rabbits exposed to doses 2 and 12 times the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) during organogenesis, respectively. However, long-term neurochemical and behavioral effects (e.g., learning and memory deficits, altered locomotor activity, changes in sexual function) have been reported in published animal development studies at clinically relevant doses. Fetal malformations and death as well as severe maternal toxicity were observed in mice following parenteral administration of d-amphetamine doses approximately 10 times the MRHD. Adverse pregnancy outcomes, including premature delivery and low birth weight, have been seen in infants born to mother's dependent on amphetamines. This drug and others within the amphetamine class may cause vasoconstriction of placental blood vessels and increase the risk for intrauterine growth restriction. There are no controlled human data in pregnancy.
US FDA pregnancy category Not Assigned: The US FDA has amended the pregnancy labeling rule for prescription drug products to require labeling that includes a summary of risk, a discussion of the data supporting that summary, and relevant information to help health care providers make prescribing decisions and counsel women about the use of drugs during pregnancy. Pregnancy categories A, B, C, D and X are being phased out.
References
- United States National Library of Medicine "Toxnet. Toxicology Data Network. http://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/sis/htmlgen?LACT" (2013):
- "Product Information. Evekeo (amphetamine)." Arbor Pharmaceuticals (2015):
- "Product Information. Dyanavel XR (amphetamine)." Tris Pharma Inc (2015):
- "Product Information. Adzenys ER (amphetamine)." Neos Therepeautics, Inc (2019):
- "Product Information. Adzenys XR-ODT (amphetamine)." Neos Therepeautics, Inc (2019):
The following applies to the ingredients: Dextroamphetamine (found in Adderall)
This drug should be used during pregnancy only if the benefit outweighs the risk to the fetus.
-According to some authorities: Use is not recommended.
-According to some authorities: Use is contraindicated.
AU TGA pregnancy category: B3
US FDA pregnancy category:
-Oral Solution and tablets: C
-Oral capsules and transdermal film: Not assigned
Risk summary: Based on animal data, this drug may cause fetal harm; it has been shown to be embryotoxic and teratogenic in animal studies. No data are available on the use of this drug in pregnant women to inform a drug-related risk.
Comments:
-Infants born to mothers dependent on amphetamine drugs have an increased risk of premature delivery and low birth weight, and may experience withdrawal symptoms including dysphoria, agitation, hyperexcitability, and significant lassitude.
-Females of reproductive potential should be advised to avoid pregnancy during treatment.
Although there are no controlled data in human pregnancy, the use of amphetamine drugs during early pregnancy has been associated with an increased risk of congenital malformations. Additionally, there has been one report of severe congenital bony deformity, tracheoesophageal fistula, and anal atresia (Vater association) in an infant whose mother took this drug with lovastatin during the first trimester of pregnancy.
Some animal studies have revealed evidence of embryotoxicity, teratogenicity, and reproductive toxicity. Animal data also showed developmental delays, behavioral sensitization, and increased motor activity in animal offspring due to prenatal exposures at dose levels comparable to human therapeutic dose levels.
AU TGA pregnancy category B3: Drugs which have been taken by only a limited number of pregnant women and women of childbearing age, without an increase in the frequency of malformation or other direct or indirect harmful effects on the human fetus having been observed. Studies in animals have shown evidence of an increased occurrence of fetal damage, the significance of which is considered uncertain in humans.
US FDA pregnancy category C: Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.
US FDA pregnancy category Not Assigned: The US FDA has amended the pregnancy labeling rule for prescription drug products to require labeling that includes a summary of risk, a discussion of the data supporting that summary, and relevant information to help health care providers make prescribing decisions and counsel women about the use of drugs during pregnancy. Pregnancy categories A, B, C, D, and X are being phased out.
References
- "Product Information. Dexedrine (dextroamphetamine)." SmithKline Beecham PROD (2001):
- Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics." O 0
- Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information." O 0
- "Product Information. Dextroamphetamine Sulfate (dextroamphetamine)." Actavis (formerly Abrika Pharmaceuticals LLP) (2024):
- "Product Information. Dexedrine (dextroamphetamine)." GlaxoSmithKline (2023):
- "Product Information. ProCentra (dextroamphetamine)." Independence Pharmaceuticals, LLC (2024):
- "Product Information. Xelstrym (dextroamphetamine)." Noven Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (2023):
- "Product Information. Zenzedi (dextroamphetamine)." Arbor Pharmaceuticals (2025):
The following applies to the ingredients: Amphetamine-Dextroamphetamine (found in Adderall)
Use is recommended during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the possible risk to the fetus.
US FDA pregnancy category: Not assigned.
Risk summary: Based on the mechanism of action and its effects in pregnant patients and animals, this drug can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman; exposure during pregnancy may cause fetal malformations, fetal growth retardation, premature delivery, and toxic effects in the newborn.
Comments:
-A pregnancy exposure registry is available.
-Infants born to mothers dependent on amphetamines have an increased risk of premature delivery and low birth weight, and may experience withdrawal symptoms (e.g., dysphoria, agitation and significant lassitude).
In the enantiomer ratio present in this drug, some animal studies show amphetamine had no apparent effects on embryofetal morphological development or survival while other data offspring effects (e.g., decreased survival, increased locomotor activity, reduced body weight) in addition to maternal effects (e.g., hyperactivity and decreased weight gain). Animal studies also reveal long-term neurochemical and behavioral effects with exposure to amphetamine (d- or d-,l-isomers) at doses similar to those used clinically. There has been one report of severe congenital bony deformity, trachea-esophageal fistula, and anal atresia (vater association) in an infant whose mother took dextroamphetamine sulfate with lovastatin during the first trimester of pregnancy. There are no reported effects on fertility.
To monitor the outcomes of pregnant women exposed to this drug, a pregnancy registry has been established. Physicians are encouraged to register patients with the National Pregnancy Registry for Attention Deficient Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Medications at 1-866-961-2388 or by visiting www.womensmentalhealth.org/research/pregnancyregistry/adhd-medications/.
US FDA pregnancy category Not Assigned: The US FDA has amended the pregnancy labeling rule for prescription drug products to require labeling that includes a summary of risk, a discussion of the data supporting that summary, and relevant information to help health care providers make prescribing decisions and counsel women about the use of drugs during pregnancy. Pregnancy categories A, B, C, D, and X are being phased out.
References
- "Product Information. Adderall (amphetamine-dextroamphetamine)." Shire Richwood Pharmaceutical Company Inc PROD (2001):
- "Product Information. Adderall XR (amphetamine-dextroamphetamine)." Shire Richwood Pharmaceutical Company Inc (2001):
- "Product Information. Adderall (amphetamine-dextroamphetamine)." Teva Pharmaceuticals USA (2023):
- "Product Information. Adderall XR (amphetamine-dextroamphetamine)." Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. (2023):
Drug and Breastfeeding Interactions
Major
Adderall
+ Breastfeeding
The following applies to the ingredients: Amphetamine (found in Adderall)
Not recommended
Excreted into human milk: Yes
Comments:
-The effect on the neurological development of the breastfed infant has not been well studied.
-Large dosages might interfere with milk production, especially in women whose lactation is not well established.
Based on limited data, this drug is estimated to be present in human milk at approximately 2% to 13.8% of the maternal weight-adjusted dose (milk/plasma ratio 1.9 to 7.5). This drug does not appear to effect breastfeeding infants adversely in doses prescribed for medical indications, however, the effects on neurological development have not been well studied. Manufacturers recommend against breastfeeding while taking this drug due to the potential for serious adverse reactions in nursing infants. Breastfeeding should be avoided in women who are actively abusing amphetamines.
References
- United States National Library of Medicine "Toxnet. Toxicology Data Network. http://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/sis/htmlgen?LACT" (2013):
- "Product Information. Evekeo (amphetamine)." Arbor Pharmaceuticals (2015):
- "Product Information. Dyanavel XR (amphetamine)." Tris Pharma Inc (2015):
- "Product Information. Adzenys ER (amphetamine)." Neos Therepeautics, Inc (2019):
- "Product Information. Adzenys XR-ODT (amphetamine)." Neos Therepeautics, Inc (2019):
- "Product Information. Evekeo ODT (amphetamine)." Arbor Pharmaceuticals (2021):
The following applies to the ingredients: Dextroamphetamine (found in Adderall)
UK: Use is contraindicated during breastfeeding.
AU and US: Breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment.
Excreted into human milk: Yes
Comments:
-The effect of this drug in milk on the neurological development of a breastfed infant has not been well studied.
-Large dosages of this drug might interfere with milk production, especially in women whose lactation is not well established.
-Blood levels of this drug in 3 breastfed infants were up to 14% of the maternal plasma level.
-Four breastfed infants whose mothers took an average dose of 18 mg per day of this drug had no adverse effects and showed normal progress with weights between the 10th and 75th percentiles.
-In a study of 20 postpartum women, this drug reduced serum prolactin by 25% to 32% (7.5 mg IV dose) and 30% to 37% (15 mg IV dose). Another study showed a 20 mg oral dose produced a sustained suppression of serum prolactin by 40%.
References
- "Product Information. Dexedrine (dextroamphetamine)." SmithKline Beecham PROD (2001):
- Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics." O 0
- Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information." O 0
- United States National Library of Medicine "Toxnet. Toxicology Data Network. http://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/sis/htmlgen?LACT" (2013):
The following applies to the ingredients: Amphetamine-Dextroamphetamine (found in Adderall)
Breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment.
Excreted into human milk: Yes
Comments:
-The effect of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine in milk on the neurological development of a breastfed infant has not been well studied.
-Large dosages of amphetamine and/or dextroamphetamine might interfere with milk production, especially in women whose lactation is not well established.
Level 2:
-The urinary excretion in 2 breastfed infants whose mothers took amphetamine 20 to 35 mg/day ranged from 0.1% to 2.1% of the mothers' excretion; these infants showed no signs of abnormal development.
-Dextroamphetamine blood levels in 3 breastfed infants were up to 14% of the maternal plasma level.
-Four breastfed infants whose mothers took an average dose of 18 mg/day dextroamphetamine had normal progress, no adverse effects, and weights between the 10th and 75th percentiles.
-In a study of 20 postpartum women, dextroamphetamine reduced serum prolactin by 25% to 32% (7.5 mg IV dose) and 30% to 37% (15 mg IV dose). Another study showed a 20 mg oral dose of dextroamphetamine produced a sustained suppression of serum prolactin by 40%.
References
- "Product Information. Adderall (amphetamine-dextroamphetamine)." Shire Richwood Pharmaceutical Company Inc PROD (2001):
- "Product Information. Adderall XR (amphetamine-dextroamphetamine)." Shire Richwood Pharmaceutical Company Inc (2001):
- United States National Library of Medicine "Toxnet. Toxicology Data Network. http://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/sis/htmlgen?LACT" (2013):
Minor
Ibuprofen
+ Breastfeeding
The following applies to the ingredients: Ibuprofen
Benefit should outweigh risk
Excreted into human milk: Yes (small amounts)
Comments: Adverse effects on the breastfed infant and effects on milk production have not been reported.
This drug is a preferred choice as an analgesic/anti-inflammatory agent in nursing mothers because of the very low levels in breastmilk and demonstrated safety with therapeutic administration to infants at doses much higher than those excreted in breast milk. Limited published reports indicate that following oral administration, this drug is present in human milk at relative infant doses of 0.06% to 0.6% of the maternal weight-adjusted daily dose. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother's clinical need for this drug and any potential adverse effects to the breastfed infant from the drug or from the underlying maternal condition.
References
- "Product Information. Motrin (ibuprofen)." Pharmacia and Upjohn PROD (2002):
- "Product Information. Ibuprofen (ibuprofen)." Par Pharmaceutical Inc (2004):
- Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics." O 0
- "Product Information. NeoProfen (ibuprofen)." Ovation Pharmaceuticals Inc (2006):
- Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information." O 0
- "Product Information. Caldolor (ibuprofen)." Cumberland Pharmaceuticals Inc (2009):
- United States National Library of Medicine "Toxnet. Toxicology Data Network. http://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/sis/htmlgen?LACT" (2013):
Therapeutic Duplication Warnings
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| Drug Interaction Classification | |
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These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication. |
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| Major | Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. |
| Moderate | Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. |
| Minor | Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. |
| Unknown | No interaction information available. |
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