This article describes possible interactions with Mydayis. Interactions can cause a drug to have a different effect on the body than expected. Interactions can occur due to medications, alcohol, or certain health conditions.
Boxed warning: Risk of misuse and addiction
Mydayis has a boxed warning for the risk of misuse and addiction. A boxed warning is the most serious warning from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). See the end of this article for more information about this warning.
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Other drugs and Mydayis
The drugs in the list below may interact with Mydayis. This article doesn’t include all drugs that may interact with Mydayis.
Drug classes or drugs that may interact with Mydayis include:
- monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs):
- drug examples: phenelzine (Nardil), selegiline (Emsam, others)
- what might happen: can increase the risk of side effects of Mydayis and the MAOI
- selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs):
- drug examples: fluoxetine (Prozac), paroxetine (Paxil, others)
- what might happen: can increase the risk of side effects of Mydayis and the SSRI
- serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs):
- drug examples: duloxetine (Cymbalta), venlafaxine (Effexor)
- what might happen: can increase the risk of side effects of Mydayis and the SNRI
- certain opioids:
- tricyclic antidepressants:
- drug examples: amitriptyline, nortriptyline (Pamelor)
- what might happen: can increase the risk of side effects of Mydayis and the tricyclic antidepressant
- triptans:
- drug example: sumatriptan (Imitrex, others)
- what might happen: can increase the risk of side effects of Mydayis and the triptan
- proton pump inhibitors (PPIs):
- drug example: omeprazole (Prilosec)
- what might happen: can increase the effect of Mydayis and the risk of its side effects
- antacids:
- drug example: calcium carbonate (Tums)
- what might happen: can increase the effect of Mydayis and the risk of its side effects
- quinidine:
- what might happen: can increase the risk of side effects of Mydayis and quinidine
- bupropion (Wellbutrin SR, others):
- what might happen: can increase the risk of side effects from bupropion
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Certain health conditions or other factors could increase some risks with Mydayis. Because of this, doctors may not prescribe Mydayis in these cases. These health conditions or other factors are called contraindications.
Here’s a list of contraindications for Mydayis:
- Use of an MAOI drug. If you take or have taken an MAOI in the last 14 days, taking Mydayis may increase your risk of serious side effects, including hypertensive crisis. (This is a surge in blood pressure up to a dangerous level.)
- Past allergic reaction to Mydayis. If you’ve ever had an allergic reaction to Mydayis, taking it again may cause another allergic reaction.
Before you start taking Mydayis, tell your doctor if anything listed above relates to you. They can recommend whether you should take Mydayis.
Alcohol and Mydayis
Mydayis is known to interact with alcohol.
Taking Mydayis and drinking alcohol may cause your body to absorb Mydayis at a faster rate. This can increase your risk of serious side effects.
If you drink alcohol and have concerns about avoiding it while taking Mydayis, talk with your doctor.
Other interactions and Mydayis
Interactions can occur with supplements, foods, vaccines, and some lab tests. Below you can learn whether Mydayis has these interactions.
The information below doesn’t include all other possible interactions with Mydayis.
Mydayis and supplements
Before taking Mydayis, tell your doctor and pharmacist about any herbs you take, as well as vitamins and supplements. Doing so may help you avoid interactions.
Mydayis may interact with supplements that contain tryptophan. These supplements are often used for helping with sleep. But taking Mydayis and tryptophan supplements can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome. (This is a serious reaction that occurs when serotonin builds up in the body.)
If you have questions about interactions that may affect you, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
Mydayis interactions with herbs
Mydayis may interact with St. John’s wort. This herb is often used for depression symptoms. But taking Mydayis and St. John’s wort may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome.
Because of this, ask your doctor or pharmacist before taking any of these products while taking Mydayis.
Mydayis interactions with vitamins
Mydayis may interact with vitamin C. This vitamin is often used to support the immune system. But taking Mydayis and vitamin C may make Mydayis less effective.
Because of this, ask your doctor or pharmacist before taking any of these products while taking Mydayis.
Mydayis and food
Mydayis may interact with foods or beverages that contain caffeine. Examples include coffee, certain teas, and chocolate. Taking Mydayis with caffeine may increase the risk of side effects, such as nervousness, irritability, nausea, and trouble sleeping.
Because of this, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what foods you should avoid while taking Mydayis.
Mydayis and vaccines
Mydayis isn’t known to interact with any vaccines. But this doesn’t mean interactions with vaccines can’t happen or won’t be identified later.
Because of this, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before receiving any vaccines while taking Mydayis.
Mydayis and lab tests
Mydayis may interact with a urine test used to check corticosteroid levels. Taking Mydayis and having this test may lead to inaccurate results.
Because of this, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before having any tests while taking Mydayis.
Mydayis and cannabis or CBD
Mydayis isn’t known to interact with cannabis (commonly called marijuana) or cannabis products such as cannabidiol (CBD). But this doesn’t mean interactions can’t happen or won’t be identified later.
As with any drug or supplement, tell your doctor before taking cannabis with Mydayis.
Note: Cannabis is illegal at a federal level but is legal in many states to varying degrees.
Health factors and Mydayis
Certain medical conditions or other health factors may increase the risk of interactions with Mydayis. Keep in mind that interactions could lead to side effects or affect how well the drug works. Before taking Mydayis, tell your doctor about your health history. They’ll determine whether Mydayis is right for you.
These health conditions or other factors might interact with Mydayis:
- heart problems
- high blood pressure
- mental health conditions, including depression, bipolar disorder, or psychosis
- history of suicidal thoughts or behaviors
- blood circulation problems
- history of seizures
- kidney problems
- history of Tourette syndrome or tics
- pregnancy or breastfeeding
- past allergic reaction to Mydayis
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If you are not in the same household, stay on the phone with them until help arrives.
Preventing Mydayis interactions
You may be able to help avoid certain interactions with Mydayis. Before taking this drug, you may want to discuss possible interactions with your doctor and pharmacist.
Things to consider include:
- Whether you drink alcohol or use cannabis.
- Other medications and herbs you take, as well as vitamins and supplements. Your doctor or pharmacist can help you fill out a medication list.
- What to do if you’re prescribed a new drug while taking Mydayis.
Taking Mydayis exactly as prescribed can also help prevent interactions.
What to ask your doctor
If you have questions about Mydayis and possible interactions, talk with your doctor.
Questions you may want to ask your doctor include:
- Can I still take Mydayis if it interacts with a health condition I have?
- Do I need to take Mydayis at a different time than my other medications?
- Are there other treatments for my condition that won’t interact with caffeine?
Boxed warning for Mydayis
Mydayis has a boxed warning for the risk of misuse and addiction. A boxed warning is the most serious warning from the FDA.
Mydayis is a stimulant drug. (Stimulants speed up the level of activity in your body’s systems, including your brain, to help make you more alert.) It has a risk of misuse and addiction. With misuse, a drug is taken in a way other than how a doctor prescribes it. With addiction, a drug is used even if it’s causing harmful outcomes.
Because of these risks, your doctor will assess your risk of misuse and addiction before you start taking Mydayis. They’ll also monitor you closely during treatment. Be sure to keep Mydayis in a safe and secure place so others cannot access it. And don’t share your medication with anyone.
To learn more, talk with your doctor.
Disclaimer: Optum Perks has made every effort to make certain that all information is factually correct, comprehensive, and up to date. However, this article should not be used as a substitute for the knowledge and expertise of a licensed healthcare professional. You should always consult your doctor or another healthcare professional before taking any medication. The drug information contained herein is subject to change and is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or adverse effects. The absence of warnings or other information for a given drug does not indicate that the drug or drug combination is safe, effective, or appropriate for all patients or all specific uses.