Meperidine Hydrochloride + Mao Inhibitors Interaction
Moderateinteraction on record
Description
Concomitant use increases meperidine plasma concentration, resulting in increased or prolonged opioid effects and respiratory depression risk. Dosage reduction may be necessary.
Mechanism
Inhibition of CYP3A4-mediated meperidine metabolism
Source: NLP:meperidine hydrochloride