Drug interactions
alogliptin-pioglitazone + glimepiride
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Overview
Adding alogliptin and pioglitazone to glimepiride increases the risk of hypoglycemia. A lower sulfonylurea dose is often required.
Mechanism of action
Additive glucose-lowering effects from insulin secretagogue action, DPP-4 inhibition and insulin sensitization.
Clinical management
Consider reducing the glimepiride dose at initiation. Monitor blood glucose and counsel on hypoglycemia.
Drug reference
Frequently asked questions
Can I take alogliptin-pioglitazone with glimepiride?
The interaction is rated: Moderate. Adding alogliptin and pioglitazone to glimepiride increases the risk of hypoglycemia. A lower sulfonylurea dose is often required.
How serious is the interaction between alogliptin-pioglitazone and glimepiride?
The interaction is rated: Moderate. Evidence level: High.
How is the interaction between alogliptin-pioglitazone and glimepiride managed?
Consider reducing the glimepiride dose at initiation. Monitor blood glucose and counsel on hypoglycemia.
Why do alogliptin-pioglitazone and glimepiride interact?
Additive glucose-lowering effects from insulin secretagogue action, DPP-4 inhibition and insulin sensitization.
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