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Home : O : Omeprazole : Methotrexate Sodium and Omeprazole

Effects and Recommendation :
Resulting In: Methotrexate toxicity Omeprazole can increase the serum levels of Methotrexate and increase the risk of toxicity.
Stop OMEPRAZOLE a few days before METHOTREXATE therapy. Consider using an alternative therapy such as Cimetidine, Ranitidine instead of OMEPRAZOLE.
Severity of the interaction : 5/6

Information on this interaction is found in the following publications :
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Reid T, et al. Cancer Chemother Pharmacol. 1993: 33:82.
Publication : Cancer Chemother Pharmacol by
> Reid T, et al - - 33:82