Which of the following drugs interacts with midazolam, resulting in increased serum levels?
a. warfarin (Coumadin)
b. clarithromycin (Biaxin)
c. paroxetine (Paxil)
d. penicillin
b. Midazolam and diazepam are metabolized by the CYP3A4 liver enzymes. When taken with alcohol, there is increased CNS depression and sedation. The depressant/sedation effect of the benzodiazepine is increased when taken with:
cimetidine (Tagamet), a drug for ulcers
erythromycin or clarithromycin (Blaxin)
ciprofloxacin (Cipro)
grapefruit juice,
fluvoxamine (Luvox; antidepressant)
fluconazole (Diflucan; antifungal)
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