Sonata Drug Interactions

Sonata Interactions Explained

Alcohol
When alcohol and Sonata are taken at the same time, Sonata may increase the effects of the alcohol. It is, therefore, recommended that you do not drink alcohol when taking Sonata (see Sonata and Alcohol).
 
Certain Antibiotics or Antifungals
Taking Sonata with certain antibiotics or antifungals can increase the level of Sonata in the blood, increasing your chance of developing side effects. Talk to your healthcare provider before taking these medications together.
 
Certain Anticonvulsants
Taking Sonata with certain anticonvulsants can increase the level of Sonata in the blood, increasing your chance of developing side effects. Talk to your healthcare provider before taking these two medications together.
 
Cimetidine (Tagamet)
Taking Sonata with cimetidine can substantially increase the level of Sonata in your blood. If you are taking cimetidine, you should be started on a lower dose of Sonata (5 mg before bedtime).
 
Delavirdine (Rescriptor)
Taking Sonata with delavirdine can increase the level of Sonata in the blood, increasing your chance of developing side effects. Talk to your healthcare provider before taking these two medications together.
 
Diclofenac (Cataflam, Voltaren)
Taking Sonata with diclofenac can increase the level of Sonata in the blood, increasing your chance of developing side effects. Talk to your healthcare provider before taking these two medications together.
 
Imatinib (Gleevec)
Taking Sonata with imatinib can increase the level of Sonata in the blood, increasing your chance of developing side effects. Talk to your healthcare provider before taking these two medications together.
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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