Drug interactions
Budesonide + Quercetin
Severity: Minor
Budesonide and Quercetin: minor interaction.
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Summary
Quercetin may modulate P-glycoprotein activity, but the direction and magnitude of any effect on budesonide are inconsistent and poorly documented in humans.
What this interaction means in plain words
Budesonide and Quercetin 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 modulation of P-glycoprotein efflux by quercetin; not well established in humans.
What to do
No specific action is needed; monitor response if high-dose quercetin supplements are taken regularly.
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 Budesonide with Quercetin?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Budesonide and Quercetin have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Quercetin may modulate P-glycoprotein activity, but the direction and magnitude of any effect on budesonide are inconsistent and poorly documented in humans.
How serious is the interaction between Budesonide and Quercetin?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: No specific action is needed; monitor response if high-dose quercetin supplements are taken regularly.
What other medicines interact with Budesonide?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Budesonide with, for example, Aldesleukin, Atazanavir, Bcg vaccine live. The full list is on the Budesonide page.
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