Drug interactions
Fosinopril-hydrochlorothiazide + Maitake
Severity: Minor
Fosinopril-hydrochlorothiazide and Maitake: minor interaction.
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For healthcare professionals — reference only. This page is a brief summary, not medical advice and not a substitute for official labeling or clinical judgement. Always verify before prescribing or dispensing.
Summary
Maitake may have blood pressure and glucose lowering effects, and a theoretical additive effect with antihypertensives has been suggested. Clinical evidence is minimal.
What this interaction means in plain words
Fosinopril-hydrochlorothiazide and Maitake 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 hypotensive effect; not well established.
What to do
Monitor blood pressure if maitake supplements are used 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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Other interactions of Fosinopril-hydrochlorothiazide
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- Fosinopril-hydrochlorothiazide + Sacubitril / valsartan Contraindicated
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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Fosinopril-hydrochlorothiazide with Maitake?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Fosinopril-hydrochlorothiazide and Maitake have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Maitake may have blood pressure and glucose lowering effects, and a theoretical additive effect with antihypertensives has been suggested. Clinical evidence is minimal.
How serious is the interaction between Fosinopril-hydrochlorothiazide and Maitake?
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 pressure if maitake supplements are used regularly.
What other medicines interact with Fosinopril-hydrochlorothiazide?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Fosinopril-hydrochlorothiazide with, for example, Aliskiren, Dofetilide, Protein a column. The full list is on the Fosinopril-hydrochlorothiazide page.
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