Posso prendere Amlodipina e Metformina insieme?

Perché succede

Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs called calcium channel blockers. These can sometimes interfere with how the body releases insulin and how it processes sugar, which can slightly oppose the work that metformin does to lower blood sugar.

It is generally safe to take these two medicines together, as the interaction is mild. However, you should monitor your blood sugar levels more closely when you first start amlodipine or if your dose is increased. If you notice your blood sugar readings are consistently higher than your target range, speak to your doctor, as they may need to adjust your metformin dose.

Severe kidney or liver problems

You must not take metformin if you have severe kidney or liver failure, as this significantly increases the risk of lactic acidosis, a rare but life-threatening build-up of acid in the blood.

X-ray or scan using iodine contrast dye

You must stop taking metformin before and for 48 hours after having an X-ray or scan involving an injection of iodine contrast dye, as the combination can cause sudden kidney failure.

Malattia epatica grave

Amlodipine is broken down slowly by the liver; if you have severe liver problems, the medicine can build up to dangerous levels in your body, requiring a much lower dose or close monitoring.

Succo di pompelmo

Il succo di pompelmo può aumentare la quantità di amlodipina nel sangue, il che può causare un abbassamento eccessivo della pressione sanguigna e aumentare il rischio di effetti collaterali come mal di testa o caviglie gonfie. Evita di bere grandi quantità di succo di pompelmo.

Alcol

Avoid drinking excessive amounts of alcohol while taking metformin. Alcohol can increase the risk of a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis and can also affect your blood sugar control.

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Avvertenza

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