Drug interactions
Insulin glulisine + Marijuana
Severity: Minor
Insulin glulisine and Marijuana: minor interaction.
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Summary
Cannabis use may alter glycemic control in people with diabetes, with reports of both higher glucose from increased appetite and metabolic effects, and unpredictable control. Evidence of a direct effect on insulin action is inconsistent.
What this interaction means in plain words
Insulin glulisine and Marijuana 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
Not well established; possible effects on appetite, food intake and glucose metabolism through cannabinoid receptors.
What to do
Advise patients to monitor glucose more often when using cannabis. Adjust insulin based on readings.
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 Insulin glulisine with Marijuana?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Insulin glulisine and Marijuana have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Cannabis use may alter glycemic control in people with diabetes, with reports of both higher glucose from increased appetite and metabolic effects, and unpredictable control. Evidence of a direct effect on insulin action is inconsistent.
How serious is the interaction between Insulin glulisine and Marijuana?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Advise patients to monitor glucose more often when using cannabis. Adjust insulin based on readings.
What other medicines interact with Insulin glulisine?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Insulin glulisine with, for example, Alogliptin-pioglitazone, Ethanol, Pentamidine. The full list is on the Insulin glulisine page.
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