Sporanox
side effects, nutrient depletions, herbal interactions and health notes:
Data provided by Applied Health
• Take capsule form with meal to increase absorption and take the liquid formulation on an empty stomach to increase absorption.1
• Take calcium and magnesium supplements and antacids separated by at least two hours from the medication.2
• Use with caution in diabetes because the drug can increase the effect of oral antidiabetic drugs. Monitor sugar levels.3
• St. John’s Wort may interfere with some antifungal agents: ketoconazole and itraconazole, metabolized by the cytochrome P-450 pathway.4
• The German Commission E warns that the presence of antimycotics (antifungal drugs) can affect the activity of brewer's yeast.5
References1 Facts and Comparisons, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
1 Pronsky, Z Food Medication Interactions, 11th edition, 1999
2 Pronsky, Z Food Medication Interactions, 11th edition, 1999
3 Pronsky, Z Food Medication Interactions, 11th edition, 1999
4 www.fda.gov/cder/drug/advisory/stjwort.html February 2000
5 Blumenthal, M (Ed.): The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. American Botanical Council. Austin, TX. 1998
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The information in Drug Watch is provided as a courtesy to NewsTarget readers by Applied Health Solutions in cooperation with Healthway Solutions. Although the information is presented with scientific references, we do not wish to imply that this represents a comprehensive list of considerations about any specific drug, herb or nutrient. Nor should this information be considered a substitute for the advice of your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare practitioner. Please read the disclaimer about the intentions and limitations of the information provided on these pages. It is important to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all other drugs and nutritional supplements that you are taking if they are recommending a new medication. Copyright © 2007 by Applied Health Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved.
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