Drug interactions
Anamu + Gliclazide
Severity: Minor
Anamu and Gliclazide: minor interaction.
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Summary
Anamu (Petiveria alliacea) has shown hypoglycemic activity in animal studies. A theoretical additive effect with gliclazide is possible but unconfirmed in humans.
What this interaction means in plain words
Anamu and Gliclazide have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Why it happens
Possible additive hypoglycemic effect; mechanism not established.
What to do
Monitor blood glucose if anamu is used, and counsel on hypoglycemia symptoms.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Anamu with Gliclazide?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Anamu and Gliclazide have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Anamu (Petiveria alliacea) has shown hypoglycemic activity in animal studies. A theoretical additive effect with gliclazide is possible but unconfirmed in humans.
How serious is the interaction between Anamu and Gliclazide?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Monitor blood glucose if anamu is used, and counsel on hypoglycemia symptoms.
What other medicines interact with Gliclazide?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Gliclazide with, for example, Ciprofloxacin, Clarithromycin, Disopyramide. The full list is on the Gliclazide page.
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