Drug interactions
Chlorpropamide + Halofenate
Severity: Minor
Chlorpropamide and Halofenate: minor interaction.
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Summary
Halofenate is an investigational lipid- and uric acid-lowering agent that has been associated with enhanced effects of sulfonylureas. Information is limited and it is not marketed widely.
What this interaction means in plain words
Chlorpropamide and Halofenate 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
Mechanism unknown; possible displacement from protein binding or additive glucose-lowering effect.
What to do
If both drugs are given, monitor blood glucose and adjust the chlorpropamide dose as needed.
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 Chlorpropamide with Halofenate?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Chlorpropamide and Halofenate have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Halofenate is an investigational lipid- and uric acid-lowering agent that has been associated with enhanced effects of sulfonylureas. Information is limited and it is not marketed widely.
How serious is the interaction between Chlorpropamide and Halofenate?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: If both drugs are given, monitor blood glucose and adjust the chlorpropamide dose as needed.
What other medicines interact with Chlorpropamide?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Chlorpropamide with, for example, Ethanol, Exenatide, Insulin degludec-insulin aspart. The full list is on the Chlorpropamide page.
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