Drug interactions
Baloxavir marboxil + Chromium
Severity: Minor
Baloxavir marboxil and Chromium: minor interaction.
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Summary
Baloxavir can bind polyvalent cations in the gut, which may reduce its absorption. Supplemental chromium is a minor concern, and the cation-binding data come mainly from animal studies with other metals.
What this interaction means in plain words
Baloxavir marboxil and Chromium have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Baloxavir marboxil belongs to Anti Virals; Chromium belongs to Gastrointestinal Tract.
Why it happens
Chelation with polyvalent cations in the GI tract may reduce baloxavir absorption.
What to do
Separate baloxavir from chromium-containing supplements by several hours, or defer the supplement during the short treatment course.
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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- Chromium + Sarecycline Moderate
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- Alogliptin-metformin + Chromium Minor
- Alogliptin-pioglitazone + Chromium Minor
Other interactions of Baloxavir marboxil
- Aluminum hydroxide + Baloxavir marboxil Moderate
- Baloxavir marboxil + Calcium Moderate
- Baloxavir marboxil + Calcium carbonate Moderate
- Baloxavir marboxil + Carbonyl iron Moderate
- Baloxavir marboxil + Ferrous fumarate Moderate
- Baloxavir marboxil + Ferrous gluconate Moderate
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Baloxavir marboxil with Chromium?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Baloxavir marboxil and Chromium have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Baloxavir can bind polyvalent cations in the gut, which may reduce its absorption. Supplemental chromium is a minor concern, and the cation-binding data come mainly from animal studies with other metals.
How serious is the interaction between Baloxavir marboxil and Chromium?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Separate baloxavir from chromium-containing supplements by several hours, or defer the supplement during the short treatment course.
What other medicines interact with Chromium?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Chromium with, for example, Omadacycline, Sarecycline, Acarbose. The full list is on the Chromium page.
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