April 2018

New Contraindications

Concerta Extended-Release Tablets (methylphenidate hydrochloride) are now contraindicated with poorly controlled open angle or angle closure glaucoma.

Relenza (zanamivir) is now contraindicated in patients with severe milk protein allergy.

Viekira Pak (paritaprevir/ritonavir/ombitasvir/dasabuvir) and Viekira Pak-RBV (paritaprevir/ritonavir/ombitasvir/dasabuvir/ribavirin) are now contraindicated with disopyramide, due to potential for serious or life threatening cardiac arrhythmias.

This list is a summary of only some of the changes that have occurred over the last month. Before prescribing, always refer to the full product information.

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