Acarbose interactions

Acarbose (Precose), an antidiabetic has 132 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 4 major, 65 moderate, 63 minor, and 0 where a label reports no significant interaction. Each entry below quotes the sentence behind it. This drug page is a starting point, not a verdict for your situation.

Major interactions (4)

  • ChloroquineantimalarialMajor

    Hypoglycemia Chloroquine has been shown to cause severe hypoglycemia including loss of consciousness that could be life-threatening in patients treated with or without antidiabetic medications (see PRECAUTIONS , Drug Interactions ). (Chloroquine label, Warnings)

  • CiprofloxacinfluoroquinoloneMajor

    Antidiabetic agents Hypoglycemia including fatal outcomes have been reported. (Ciprofloxacin label, Drug interactions)

  • Fluconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    Oral hypoglycemics Clinically significant hypoglycemia may be precipitated by the use of fluconazole with oral hypoglycemic agents; one fatality has been reported from hypoglycemia in association with combined fluconazole and glyburide use. (Fluconazole label, Drug interactions)

  • HydroxychloroquineQT-prolonging drugMajor

    Hypoglycemia PLAQUENIL can cause severe and potentially life-threatening hypoglycemia, in the presence or absence of antidiabetic agents [see Drug Interactions (7) ]. (Hydroxychloroquine label, Warnings and precautions)

Moderate interactions (65)

  • Acetazolamidecarbonic anhydrase inhibitorModerate

    Consideration should be taken in patients being treated with antidiabetic agents. (Acetazolamide label, Drug interactions)

  • Amlodipine and benazeprildihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Aspirin and dipyridamoleantiplatelet agentModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemics Moderate doses of aspirin may increase the effectiveness of oral hypoglycemic drugs, leading to hypoglycemia. (Aspirin and dipyridamole label, Drug interactions)

  • BenazeprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Antidiabetics: Increased risk of hypoglycemia ( 7.2 ) (Benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Bisoprololbeta blockerModerate

    However, patients subject to spontaneous hypoglycemia, or diabetic patients receiving insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents, should be cautioned about these possibilities and bisoprolol fumarate should be used with caution. (Bisoprolol label, Warnings)

  • Bisoprolol and hydrochlorothiazidebeta blockerModerate

    Antidiabetic drugs (oral agents and insulin) - dosage adjustment of the antidiabetic drug may be required. (Bisoprolol and hydrochlorothiazide label, Precautions)

  • CanagliflozinSGLT2 inhibitorModerate

    Consider adding another antihyperglycemic agent in patients who require additional glycemic control [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Canagliflozin label, Drug interactions)

  • CapecitabineantimetaboliteModerate

    Closely monitor for adverse reactions of CYP2C9 substrates where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious adverse reactions when used concomitantly with XELODA (e.g., anticoagulants, antidiabetic drugs). (Capecitabine label, Drug interactions)

  • Carvedilolbeta blockerModerate

    Insulin and oral hypoglycemics action may be enhanced. (Carvedilol label, Drug interactions)

  • Clarithromycinmacrolide antibioticModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents/Insulin: The concomitant use of clarithromycin tablets and oral hypoglycemic agents and/or insulin can result in significant hypoglycemia. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DexamethasonecorticosteroidModerate

    Hyperglycemia Corticosteroids can increase blood glucose, worsen pre-existing diabetes, and predispose those on long-term therapy to diabetes mellitus, and may reduce the effect of the antidiabetic drugs. (Dexamethasone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Digoxindigitalis glycosideModerate

    Acarbose tablets has been shown to change the bioavailability of digoxin when they are co administered, which may require digoxin dose adjustment. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Dorzolamide and timololcarbonic anhydrase inhibitorModerate

    Masking of Hypoglycemic Symptoms in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus Beta-adrenergic blocking agents should be administered with caution in patients subject to spontaneous hypoglycemia or to diabetic patients (especially those with labile diabetes) who are receiving insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents. (Dorzolamide and timolol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FludrocortisonecorticosteroidModerate

    Monitor for symptoms of hyperglycemia; adjust dosage of antidiabetic drug upward if necessary. (Fludrocortisone label, Drug interactions)

  • FluoxetineSSRIModerate

    As is true with many other types of medication when taken concurrently by patients with diabetes, insulin and/or oral hypoglycemic, dosage may need to be adjusted when therapy with PROZAC is instituted or discontinued. (Fluoxetine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • GlimepiridesulfonylureaModerate

    When such drugs are withdrawn from patients receiving acarbose tablets in combination with sulfonylureas or insulin, patients should be observed closely for any evidence of hypoglycemia. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • GlipizidesulfonylureaModerate

    When such drugs are withdrawn from patients receiving acarbose tablets in combination with sulfonylureas or insulin, patients should be observed closely for any evidence of hypoglycemia. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • GlyburidesulfonylureaModerate

    When such drugs are withdrawn from patients receiving acarbose tablets in combination with sulfonylureas or insulin, patients should be observed closely for any evidence of hypoglycemia. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Glyburide and metforminsulfonylureaModerate

    When such drugs are withdrawn from patients receiving acarbose tablets in combination with sulfonylureas or insulin, patients should be observed closely for any evidence of hypoglycemia. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Hydrochlorothiazidethiazide diureticModerate

    Antidiabetic drugs: Dosage adjustment of antidiabetic may be required (7.2) (Hydrochlorothiazide label, Drug interactions)

  • HydrocortisonecorticosteroidModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents Clinical Impact: Corticosteroids in supraphysiologic doses may increase blood glucose concentrations. (Hydrocortisone label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin aspartinsulinModerate

    When such drugs are withdrawn from patients receiving acarbose tablets in combination with sulfonylureas or insulin, patients should be observed closely for any evidence of hypoglycemia. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin degludecinsulinModerate

    When such drugs are withdrawn from patients receiving acarbose tablets in combination with sulfonylureas or insulin, patients should be observed closely for any evidence of hypoglycemia. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin detemirinsulinModerate

    When such drugs are withdrawn from patients receiving acarbose tablets in combination with sulfonylureas or insulin, patients should be observed closely for any evidence of hypoglycemia. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin glargineinsulinModerate

    When such drugs are withdrawn from patients receiving acarbose tablets in combination with sulfonylureas or insulin, patients should be observed closely for any evidence of hypoglycemia. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin lisproinsulinModerate

    When such drugs are withdrawn from patients receiving acarbose tablets in combination with sulfonylureas or insulin, patients should be observed closely for any evidence of hypoglycemia. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin regular (human)insulinModerate

    When such drugs are withdrawn from patients receiving acarbose tablets in combination with sulfonylureas or insulin, patients should be observed closely for any evidence of hypoglycemia. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Itraconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    Antidiabetic Drugs Repaglinide Saxagliptin Monitor for adverse reactions. (Itraconazole label, Drug interactions)

  • Ketoconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    Antidiabetics repaglinide, saxagliptin Antihelmintics and Antiprotozoals praziquantel Antimigraine Drugs ergot alkaloids, such as dihydroergotamine, ergometrine (ergonovine), ergotamine, methylergometrine (methylergonovine) eletriptan Ergot alkaloids: The potential increase in plasma concentrations of ergot alkaloids when coadministered with ketoconazole tablets… (Ketoconazole label, Drug interactions)

  • LevofloxacinfluoroquinoloneModerate

    Blood Glucose Disturbances Fluoroquinolones, including Levofloxacin in 5% Dextrose Injection, have been associated with disturbances of blood glucose, including symptomatic hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia, usually in diabetic patients receiving concomitant treatment with an oral hypoglycemic agent (e.g., glyburide) or with insulin. (Levofloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Levothyroxinethyroid hormoneModerate

    Worsening of Diabetic Control : May worsen glycemic control and result in increased antidiabetic agent or insulin requirements. (Levothyroxine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LinezolidantibioticModerate

    • Hypoglycemia: Postmarketing cases of symptomatic hypoglycemia have been reported in patients with diabetes mellitus receiving insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents. (Linezolid label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Liothyroninethyroid hormoneModerate

    • Worsening of diabetic control: Therapy in patients with diabetes mellitus may worsen glycemic control and result in increased antidiabetic agent or insulin requirements. (Liothyronine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LisinoprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Antidiabetics Concomitant administration of Zestril and antidiabetic medicines (insulins, oral hypoglycemic agents) may cause an increased blood-glucose-lowering effect with risk of hypoglycemia. (Lisinopril label, Drug interactions)

  • Lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazideACE inhibitorModerate

    Antidiabetic drugs (oral agents and insulin) - dosage adjustment of the antidiabetic drug may be required. (Lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide label, Drug interactions)

  • Losartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Antidiabetic drugs: dosage adjustment of antidiabetic may be required. (Losartan and hydrochlorothiazide label, Drug interactions)

  • MethylprednisolonecorticosteroidModerate

    Antidiabetics : Because corticosteroids may increase blood glucose concentrations, dosage adjustments of antidiabetic agents may be required. (Methylprednisolone label, Drug interactions)

  • Metolazonethiazide diureticModerate

    Insulin And Oral Antidiabetic Agents See Glucose Tolerance under PRECAUTIONS , General . (Metolazone label, Drug interactions)

  • MoxifloxacinfluoroquinoloneModerate

    Antidiabetic agents Carefully monitor blood glucose. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)

  • Nadololbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-blockade also reduces the release of insulin in response to hyperglycemia; therefore, it may be necessary to adjust the dose of antidiabetic drugs. (Nadolol label, Warnings)

  • Naltrexone and bupropionopioid antagonistModerate

    Use of Antidiabetic Medications: Weight loss may cause hypoglycemia. (Naltrexone and bupropion label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OfloxacinfluoroquinoloneModerate

    Fluoroquinolones have been associated with disturbances of blood glucose, including symptomatic hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia, usually in diabetic patients receiving concomitant treatment with an oral hypoglycemic agent (e.g., glyburide) or with insulin. (Ofloxacin label, Warnings)

  • OrlistatModerate

    A reduction in dose of oral hypoglycemic medication (e.g., sulfonylureas) or insulin may be required in some patients [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . (Orlistat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PhentermineCNS stimulantModerate

    • A reduction in dose of insulin or oral hypoglycemic medication may be required in some patients. (Phentermine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Pindololbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-blockade also reduces the release of insulin in response to hyperglycemia; therefore, it may be necessary to adjust the dose of antidiabetic drugs. (Pindolol label, Warnings)

  • PioglitazonethiazolidinedioneModerate

    Congestive Heart Failure ACTOS, like other thiazolidinediones, can cause dose-related fluid retention when used alone or in combination with other antidiabetic medications and is most common when ACTOS is used in combination with insulin. (Pioglitazone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Pioglitazone and metforminthiazolidinedioneModerate

    Congestive Heart Failure Pioglitazone, like other thiazolidinediones, can cause dose-related fluid retention when used alone or in combination with other antidiabetic medications and is most common when pioglitazone is used in combination with insulin. (Pioglitazone and metformin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PrednisolonecorticosteroidModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: Because corticosteroids may increase blood glucose concentrations, dosage adjustments of antidiabetic agents may be required. (Prednisolone label, Drug interactions)

  • PrednisonecorticosteroidModerate

    Antidiabetic agents: May increase blood glucose concentrations. (Prednisone label, Drug interactions)

  • PregabalinanticonvulsantModerate

    Monitor patients for the development of edema when co-administering LYRICA CR and thiazolidinedione antidiabetic agents. (Pregabalin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RepaglinidemeglitinideModerate

    Factors which may increase the risk of hypoglycemia include changes in meal pattern (e.g., macronutrient content), changes in level of physical activity, changes to co-administered medication [see Drug Interactions (7) ] , and concomitant use with other antidiabetic agents. (Repaglinide label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RifampinantibioticModerate

    Decrease exposure Digitoxin Decrease exposure Fluoroquinolones Pefloxacin Administered with rifampin 900 mg daily Decrease exposure Moxifloxacin , Decrease exposure Oral Hypoglycemic Agents (e.g., sulfonylureas) Glyburide Decrease exposure Rifampin may worsen glucose control of glyburide. (Rifampin label, Drug interactions)

  • RitonavirantiretroviralModerate

    Some patients required either initiation or dose adjustments of insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents for treatment of these events. (Ritonavir label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Sotalolbeta blockerModerate

    Insulin and Oral Antidiabetics Hyperglycemia may occur, and the dosage of insulin or antidiabetic drugs may require adjustment. (Sotalol label, Drug interactions)

  • Spironolactone and hydrochlorothiazidealdosterone antagonistModerate

    Antidiabetic drugs (e.g., oral agents, insulin): Dosage adjustment of the antidiabetic drug may be required (see Precautions ). (Spironolactone and hydrochlorothiazide label, Drug interactions)

  • Like other sulfonamide-containing drugs, sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim potentiates the effect of oral hypoglycemics. (Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim label, Drug interactions)

  • Timololbeta blockerModerate

    Masking of Hypoglycemic Symptoms in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus Beta-adrenergic blocking agents should be administered with caution in patients subject to spontaneous hypoglycemia or to diabetic patients (especially those with labile diabetes) who are receiving insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents. (Timolol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TirzepatideGLP-1 receptor agonistModerate

    When such drugs are withdrawn from patients receiving acarbose tablets in combination with sulfonylureas or insulin, patients should be observed closely for any evidence of hypoglycemia. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • TrandolaprilACE inhibitorModerate

    (See PRECAUTIONS . ) Antidiabetic Agents Concomitant use of ACE inhibitors and antidiabetic medicines (insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents) may cause an increased blood glucose lowering effect with greater risk of hypoglycemia. (Trandolapril label, Drug interactions)

  • TranylcypromineMAO inhibitorModerate

    Hypoglycemia in Diabetic Patients Some MAOIs have contributed to hypoglycemic episodes in diabetic patients receiving insulin or other blood-glucose-lowering agents. (Tranylcypromine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TriamcinolonecorticosteroidModerate

    Antidiabetics: Because corticosteroids may increase blood glucose concentrations, dosage adjustments of antidiabetic agents may be required. (Triamcinolone label, Drug interactions)

  • Triamterenepotassium-sparing diureticModerate

    Dyrenium (triamterene) may raise blood glucose levels; for adult-onset diabetes, dosage adjustments of hypoglycemic agents may be necessary during and/or after therapy; concurrent use with chlorpropamide may increase the risk of severe hyponatremia. (Triamterene label, Drug interactions)

  • Triamterene and hydrochlorothiazidepotassium-sparing diureticModerate

    Oral Hypoglycemic Drugs Concurrent use with chlorpropamide may increase the risk of severe hyponatremia. (Triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide label, Drug interactions)

  • Valsartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Hydrochlorothiazide: When administered concurrently, the following drugs may interact with thiazide diuretics: Antidiabetic Drugs (oral agents and insulin) - Dosage adjustment of the antidiabetic drug may be required. (Valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide label, Drug interactions)

  • Voriconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    Sulfonylurea Oral Hypoglycemics (CYP2C9 Inhibition) Not Studied In Vivo or In Vitro , but Drug Plasma Exposure Likely to be Increased Frequent monitoring of blood glucose and for signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia. (Voriconazole label, Drug interactions)

Minor mentions (63)

  • Albuterolbeta-adrenergic agonistMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Amiloridepotassium-sparing diureticMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Amphetamine and dextroamphetamineCNS stimulantMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • ArmodafinilCNS stimulantMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • BeclomethasonecorticosteroidMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • BetamethasonecorticosteroidMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • BudesonidecorticosteroidMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Budesonide and formoterolcorticosteroidMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Bumetanideloop diureticMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • BupropionantidepressantMinor

    Additional predisposing conditions include diabetes mellitus treated with oral hypoglycemic drugs or insulin, use of anorectic drugs, excessive use of alcohol, use of benzodiazepines, sedatives/hypnotics, or opiates. (Bupropion label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Butalbital, acetaminophen, and caffeinebarbiturateMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Chlorthalidonethiazide diureticMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • ClobetasolcorticosteroidMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • ClozapineantipsychoticMinor

    In some cases, hyperglycemia has resolved when the atypical antipsychotic was discontinued; however, some patients required continuation of antidiabetic treatment despite discontinuation of the suspect drug. (Clozapine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Conjugated estrogensestrogenMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • DesonidecorticosteroidMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • DexmethylphenidateCNS stimulantMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Drospirenone and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • DroxidopasympathomimeticMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • EpinephrinesympathomimeticMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Eplerenonealdosterone antagonistMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • EstradiolestrogenMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Ethacrynic acidloop diureticMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • FluocinonidecorticosteroidMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • FluticasonecorticosteroidMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Fluticasone and salmeterolcorticosteroidMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Formoterolbeta-adrenergic agonistMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Furosemideloop diureticMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • HalobetasolcorticosteroidMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Indapamidethiazide diureticMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • IsoniazidantibioticMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Levalbuterolbeta-adrenergic agonistMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • LevonorgestrelprogestinMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • LisdexamfetamineCNS stimulantMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • LovastatinstatinMinor

    Oral Hypoglycemic Agents In pharmacokinetic studies of lovastatin in hypercholesterolemic non-insulin dependent diabetic patients, there was no drug interaction with glipizide or with chlorpropamide (see CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY , Clinical Studies in Adults ). (Lovastatin label, Drug interactions)

  • MedroxyprogesteroneprogestinMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • MegestrolprogestinMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Methimazoleantithyroid drugMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • MethylphenidateCNS stimulantMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Miconazoleazole antifungalMinor

    Although the systemic absorption of miconazole following ORAVIG administration is minimal and plasma concentrations of miconazole are substantially lower than when given intravenously, the potential for interaction with drugs metabolized through CYP2C9 and CYP3A4 such as oral hypoglycemics, phenytoin, or ergot alkaloids cannot be ruled out. (Miconazole label, Drug interactions)

  • Midodrinealpha-adrenergic agonistMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Mirabegronbeta-adrenergic agonistMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • ModafinilCNS stimulantMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • MoexiprilACE inhibitorMinor

    Moexipril hydrochloride has been used in clinical trials concomitantly with calcium-channel-blocking agents, diuretics, H 2 blockers, digoxin, oral hypoglycemic agents, and cholesterol-lowering agents. (Moexipril label, Drug interactions)

  • MometasonecorticosteroidMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • NorethindroneprogestinMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Norethindrone and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Norgestimate and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Phentermine and topiramateCNS stimulantMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • PhenylephrinedecongestantMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • PhenytoinanticonvulsantMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • ProgesteroneprogestinMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Propylthiouracilantithyroid drugMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • PseudoephedrinedecongestantMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Salmeterolbeta-adrenergic agonistMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • SolriamfetolCNS stimulantMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Spironolactonealdosterone antagonistMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Terbutalinebeta-adrenergic agonistMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Torsemideloop diureticMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Umeclidinium and vilanterolanticholinergicMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • Vibegronbeta-adrenergic agonistMinor

    These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel-blocking drugs, and isoniazid. (Acarbose label, Drug interactions)

  • ZiprasidoneantipsychoticMinor

    In some cases, hyperglycemia has resolved when the atypical antipsychotic was discontinued; however, some patients required continuation of antidiabetic treatment despite discontinuation of the suspect drug. (Ziprasidone label, Warnings and precautions)

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