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Does Zyvox Interact With Bactrim And Wellbutrin?

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Posted on Tue, 28 Feb 2017
Question: hello, i have been perscribed zyvox along with bactrim for a spider bite, i am currently taking wellbutrin also. i havent taken thee zyvox yet, want to make sure its not contraindicated, what do u think?
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Answered by Dr. Panagiotis Zografakis (13 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
there are potential interactions

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

wellbutrin and zyvox may interact and cause a very serious side effect called serotonin syndrome. Normally drugs like wellbutrin have to be stopped at least a couple of weeks before starting zyvox. Thankfully this side effect is rare but it's too serious to ignore.

Perhaps you should talk with your doctor about alternatives.

Kind regards!
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Does Zyvox Interact With Bactrim And Wellbutrin?

Brief Answer: there are potential interactions Detailed Answer: Hello, wellbutrin and zyvox may interact and cause a very serious side effect called serotonin syndrome. Normally drugs like wellbutrin have to be stopped at least a couple of weeks before starting zyvox. Thankfully this side effect is rare but it's too serious to ignore. Perhaps you should talk with your doctor about alternatives. Kind regards!