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Degarelix and QT prolongation

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

Check result:

Degarelix <> 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:

Androgen deprivation therapy may prolong the QT/QTc interval. Health care providers should consider if benefits of therapy outweigh the potential risks in patients with congenital long QT syndrome, congestive heart failure, electrolyte abnormalities, or taking other drugs that can also prolong the QT interval. Consider periodic monitoring of EKG and electrolytes.

Degarelix

Generic Name: degarelix

Brand Name: Firmagon

Synonyms: n.a.

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