Drug interactions
Saxagliptin-metformin + Tedizolid
Severity: Minor
Saxagliptin-metformin and Tedizolid: minor interaction.
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Summary
No clinically established interaction exists between tedizolid and metformin or saxagliptin. Weak MAO inhibition by tedizolid might theoretically affect glucose regulation.
What this interaction means in plain words
Saxagliptin-metformin and Tedizolid have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Saxagliptin-metformin belongs to Endocrine; Tedizolid belongs to Anti Bacterial.
Why it happens
The mechanism is not established; possible weak MAO inhibition.
What to do
Monitor blood glucose during tedizolid therapy and adjust antidiabetic therapy only if glycemic changes occur.
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 Saxagliptin-metformin
Other interactions of Tedizolid
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- Isocarboxazid + Tedizolid Major
- Meperidine + Tedizolid Major
- Methamphetamine + Tedizolid Major
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Saxagliptin-metformin with Tedizolid?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Saxagliptin-metformin and Tedizolid have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. No clinically established interaction exists between tedizolid and metformin or saxagliptin. Weak MAO inhibition by tedizolid might theoretically affect glucose regulation.
How serious is the interaction between Saxagliptin-metformin and Tedizolid?
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 glucose during tedizolid therapy and adjust antidiabetic therapy only if glycemic changes occur.
What other medicines interact with Saxagliptin-metformin?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Saxagliptin-metformin with, for example, Atazanavir, Clozapine, Contrast media. The full list is on the Saxagliptin-metformin page.
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