Telaprevir drug interactions

[kbutler6]

I have heard there have been reported cases of drug to drug interactions between Telaprevir for Hepatitis C and Lamictal for Bipolar disorder.    What is the incidence reported and what are the interactions?

[Dee1956]

Hi, while I do not know of all specific interactions you could call a specialty pharmacy who would have the latest interactions between the two
I had a drug interaction, my doc knew nothing about it, it did not show up on drug interactions on line.  The only way I got help was through the specialty pharmacy and also Vertex should also be able to give you the latest drug interactions they have discovered.  There is an update that came out in June for new information
Good luck to you

[Dee1956]

Hi I have not heard this however the best thing to do would be to call the Specialty Pharmacy where you get your meds, they have the latest information, in fact it seems, in my case, they receive before the doctors do
Good luck to you
Dee

[willbb]

There is no drug-drug interaction between the HCV therapy drug Incivek and the bi-polar drug lamicta.(below)

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The interactions information for this drug may not be up to date. More... Incivek (telaprevir)
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No results found - however, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. ALWAYS consult with your doctor or pharmacist.

Best..
Will