Vitamin D interactions

Some medicines lower vitamin D levels; with thiazide diuretics, vitamin D can raise blood calcium too high.

Vitamin D has 70 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 3 major, 35 moderate, 32 minor, and 0 where a label reports no significant interaction. Each entry below quotes the sentence behind it. This vitamin and mineral page is a starting point, not a verdict for your situation.

Interactions from the label

Major interactions (3)

  • Calcitriolvitamin D analogMajor

    CONTRAINDICATIONS Calcitriol should not be given to patients with hypercalcemia or evidence of vitamin D toxicity. (Calcitriol label, Contraindications)

  • Doxercalciferolvitamin D analogMajor

    Doxercalciferol is contraindicated in patients with: Hypercalcemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Vitamin D toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Known hypersensitivity to doxercalciferol or any of the inactive ingredients of doxercalciferol capsules; serious hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis and angioedema have been reported… (Doxercalciferol label, Contraindications)

  • Paricalcitolvitamin D analogMajor

    Paricalcitol Injection is contraindicated in patients with: Hypercalcemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Vitamin D toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Known hypersensitivity to paricalcitol or any of the inactive ingredients in Paricalcitol Injection. (Paricalcitol label, Contraindications)

Moderate interactions (35)

  • Atenolol and chlorthalidonebeta blockerModerate

    Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Use of Miacalcin injection for the treatment of Paget’s disease or postmenopausal osteoporosis is recommended in conjunction with an adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D [see Dosage and Administration (2.5) ] . (Calcitonin salmon label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Calcium acetatephosphate binderModerate

    WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Treat mild hypercalcemia by reducing or interrupting calcium acetate capsules and Vitamin D. (Calcium acetate label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Drugs That Increase the Risk of Hypercalcemia Increase frequency of monitoring of calcium concentrations in patients taking concomitant Calcium Chloride Injection and other drugs that increase the risk of hypercalcemia (e.g., calcipotriene, estrogen, lithium, parathyroid hormone, teriparatide, thiazide diuretics, Vitamin A, and Vitamin D). (Calcium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • Candesartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Chlorothiazidethiazide diureticModerate

    Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Chlorthalidonethiazide diureticModerate

    Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • CinacalcetCYP2D6 inhibitorModerate

    If corrected serum calcium falls below the lower limit of normal or symptoms of hypocalcemia develop, start or increase calcium supplementation (including calcium, calcium-containing phosphate binders, and/or vitamin D sterols or increases in dialysate calcium concentration). (Cinacalcet label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DanazolandrogenModerate

    Danazol can increase the calcemic response to synthetic vitamin D analogs in primary hypoparathyroidism. (Danazol label, Drug interactions)

  • DenosumabModerate

    Monitor calcium levels during therapy, especially in the first weeks of initiating therapy, and adequately supplement all patients with calcium and vitamin D. (Denosumab label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • FosphenytoinanticonvulsantModerate

    Other Corticosteroids, doxycycline, estrogens, furosemide, oral contraceptives, paroxetine, quinidine, rifampin, sertraline, theophylline, and vitamin D Drugs whose level is decreased by phenytoin Anticoagulants Apixaban, dabigatran, edoxaban, rivaroxaban Antiepileptic drugs The effect of phenytoin on phenobarbital, valproic acid and sodium valproate serum levels… (Fosphenytoin label, Drug interactions)

  • Hydrochlorothiazidethiazide diureticModerate

    Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • IbandronatebisphosphonateModerate

    Instruct patients to take supplemental calcium and vitamin D if their dietary intake is inadequate (see Dosage and Administration [2.3] ) . (Ibandronate label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Indapamidethiazide diureticModerate

    Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Irbesartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Losartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Metolazonethiazide diureticModerate

    Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Olmesartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Olmesartan, amlodipine, and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • OrlistatModerate

    The effect of ORLISTAT on the absorption of supplemental vitamin D, vitamin A, and nutritionally-derived vitamin K is not known at this time [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) , and Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . (Orlistat label, Drug interactions)

  • PamidronatebisphosphonateModerate

    • Electrolyte disorders (e.g., hypophosphatemia, hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia, hypocalcemia): Monitor phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, calcium and vitamin D and adequately supplement as appropriate. (Pamidronate label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PhenytoinanticonvulsantModerate

    Effects on Vitamin D and Bone The chronic use of phenytoin in patients with epilepsy has been associated with decreased bone mineral density (osteopenia, osteoporosis, and osteomalacia) and bone fractures. (Phenytoin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • RisedronatebisphosphonateModerate

    Calcium Supplements/Antacids When Risedronate sodium delayed-release was administered following breakfast, the co-administration of a tablet containing 600 mg of elemental calcium and 400 international units vitamin D reduced risedronate bioavailability by approximately 38% [ see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Risedronate label, Drug interactions)

  • Spironolactone and hydrochlorothiazidealdosterone antagonistModerate

    Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Telmisartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Triamterene and hydrochlorothiazidepotassium-sparing diureticModerate

    Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Valsartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Thiazide diuretics reduce calcium excretion; combined with vitamin D and calcium supplements this can lead to hypercalcemia, especially in older adults. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Zoledronic acidbisphosphonateModerate

    All patients should be instructed about the symptoms of hypocalcemia and the importance of calcium and vitamin D supplementation in maintaining serum calcium levels [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.8 ), Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 ), Patient Counseling Information ( 17 )]. (Zoledronic acid label, Warnings and precautions)

Minor mentions (32)

  • AlendronatebisphosphonateMinor

    Other disorders affecting mineral metabolism (such as vitamin D deficiency) should also be effectively treated. (Alendronate label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Azelastine and fluticasoneantihistamineMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • BeclomethasonecorticosteroidMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • BetamethasonecorticosteroidMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • BudesonidecorticosteroidMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Budesonide and formoterolcorticosteroidMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Drugs that may cause hypercalcemia: Vitamin D, vitamin A, thiazide diuretics, estrogen, calcipotriene and teriparatide administration may cause hypercalcemia. (Calcium gluconate label, Drug interactions)

  • Cholestyraminebile acid sequestrantMinor

    These reduce absorption of vitamin D (a fat-soluble vitamin); take vitamin D several hours apart. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • CiclesonidecorticosteroidMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • ClobetasolcorticosteroidMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Colesevelambile acid sequestrantMinor

    These reduce absorption of vitamin D (a fat-soluble vitamin); take vitamin D several hours apart. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Other Medications Used for the Management of Fanconi Syndrome PROCYSBI can be administered with other electrolyte and mineral replacements necessary for management of Fanconi syndrome, as well as vitamin D and thyroid hormone. (Cysteamine label, Drug interactions)

  • DeflazacortcorticosteroidMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • DesonidecorticosteroidMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • DexamethasonecorticosteroidMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Serum parathyroid hormone levels and 1,25 Vitamin D levels were also higher in subjects receiving TDF. (Efavirenz, lamivudine, and tenofovir label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Serum parathyroid hormone levels and 1,25 Vitamin D levels were also higher in subjects receiving TDF. (Emtricitabine, rilpivirine, and tenofovir label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Exemestanearomatase inhibitorMinor

    • Routine assessment of 25-hydroxy vitamin D levels prior to the start of aromatase inhibitor treatment should be performed ( 5.2 ). (Exemestane label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FludrocortisonecorticosteroidMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • FlunisolidecorticosteroidMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • FluocinonidecorticosteroidMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • FluticasonecorticosteroidMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Fluticasone and salmeterolcorticosteroidMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • HalobetasolcorticosteroidMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • HydrocortisonecorticosteroidMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • MethylprednisolonecorticosteroidMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • MometasonecorticosteroidMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • Olopatadine and mometasoneantihistamineMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • PrednisolonecorticosteroidMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • PrednisonecorticosteroidMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

  • TenofovirantiretroviralMinor

    Serum parathyroid hormone levels and 1,25 Vitamin D levels were also higher in subjects receiving VIREAD. (Tenofovir label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TriamcinolonecorticosteroidMinor

    Corticosteroids such as prednisone reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism, contributing to bone loss. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin D)

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