Drug interactions
Glyburide-metformin + Methyl aminolevulinate
Severity: Minor
Glyburide-metformin and Methyl aminolevulinate: minor interaction.
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Summary
Sulfonylureas such as glyburide can cause photosensitivity, and methyl aminolevulinate is a topical photosensitizer used with light therapy. Additive phototoxicity is theoretically possible. Systemic absorption of the topical product is minimal, so the practical risk is small.
What this interaction means in plain words
Glyburide-metformin and Methyl aminolevulinate 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
Additive photosensitizing effects, although systemic exposure to topical methyl aminolevulinate is minimal.
What to do
Counsel patients on sun protection of the treated area. No change in glyburide therapy is 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 Glyburide-metformin with Methyl aminolevulinate?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Glyburide-metformin and Methyl aminolevulinate have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Sulfonylureas such as glyburide can cause photosensitivity, and methyl aminolevulinate is a topical photosensitizer used with light therapy. Additive phototoxicity is theoretically possible. Systemic absorption of the topical product is minimal, so the practical risk is small.
How serious is the interaction between Glyburide-metformin and Methyl aminolevulinate?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Counsel patients on sun protection of the treated area. No change in glyburide therapy is needed.
What other medicines interact with Glyburide-metformin?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Glyburide-metformin with, for example, Bosentan, Cholic acid, Clarithromycin. The full list is on the Glyburide-metformin page.
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