Drug interactions
acemetacin + glimepiride
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Overview
NSAIDs may enhance the glucose-lowering effect of sulfonylureas, and hypoglycemia has been reported. The effect is generally modest.
Mechanism of action
Possible protein-binding displacement and prostaglandin-related effects on insulin secretion; not fully established.
Clinical management
Monitor blood glucose when acemetacin is started or stopped and reduce the glimepiride dose if hypoglycemia occurs.
Drug reference
Frequently asked questions
Can I take acemetacin with glimepiride?
The interaction is rated: Moderate. NSAIDs may enhance the glucose-lowering effect of sulfonylureas, and hypoglycemia has been reported. The effect is generally modest.
How serious is the interaction between acemetacin and glimepiride?
The interaction is rated: Moderate. Evidence level: Low.
How is the interaction between acemetacin and glimepiride managed?
Monitor blood glucose when acemetacin is started or stopped and reduce the glimepiride dose if hypoglycemia occurs.
Why do acemetacin and glimepiride interact?
Possible protein-binding displacement and prostaglandin-related effects on insulin secretion; not fully established.
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