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Drug Interactions between hydrocortisone / salicylic acid / sulfur topical and Jentadueto

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Moderate

hydrocortisone topical metFORMIN

Applies to: hydrocortisone / salicylic acid / sulfur topical and Jentadueto (linagliptin / metformin)

MONITOR: The efficacy of insulin and other antidiabetic agents may be diminished by topical corticosteroids in situations where they are absorbed systemically. Corticosteroids can raise blood glucose levels by antagonizing the action and suppressing the secretion of insulin, which results in inhibition of peripheral glucose uptake and increased gluconeogenesis. Factors that can affect the likelihood of systemic absorption include the steroid's potency and formulation, duration of exposure, application surface area, use on occluded areas of skin, and thickness and/or integrity of skin in the applied areas. Infants and small children also have an increased risk of systemic absorption due to their larger skin surface to body mass ratios. The interaction was suspected in a case report of a 71-year-old patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus that had been well controlled on an insulin pump. The patient developed acute hyperglycemia after using fluocinonide 0.1% cream for 2 days due to a psoriasis flare. He was applying the cream twice daily to a large area of his body (including his abdomen) and using occlusive techniques to increase its effectiveness. His insulin requirements increased from 73 units per day to 326 units in a 24-hour period. The patient's hyperglycemia resolved with discontinuation of the fluocinonide cream, allowing him to resume his previous insulin dosage.

MANAGEMENT: Close clinical monitoring of glycemic control is recommended when systemic absorption of topical corticosteroids is considered probable or likely (e.g., more potent agents, larger areas of application, longer duration of treatment, application on thinner skin like the face, occlusion of the application area, use on infants or young children), with adjustment of the patient's antidiabetic regimen as needed. The package labeling of the corticosteroid involved should be consulted to assess the risk.

References

  1. Seale JP, Compton MR "Side-effects of corticosteroid agents." Med J Aust 144 (1986): 139-42
  2. Ludvik B, Clodi M, Kautzky-Willer A, Capek M, Hartter E, Pacini G, Prager R "Effect of dexamethasone on insulin sensitivity, islet amyloid polypeptide and insulin secretion in humans." Diabetologia 36 (1993): 84-7
  3. Carruthers JA, Staughton RC, August PJ "Penetration of topical steroid preparations." Arch Dermatol 113 (1977): 522
  4. Pace WE "Topical corticosteroids." Can Med Assoc J 108 (1973): 11 passim
  5. "Product Information. Ultravate (halobetasol topical)." Apothecon Inc (2022):
  6. "Product Information. Diprolene (betamethasone topical)." Schering Corporation PROD (2001):
  7. "Product Information. Temovate (clobetasol topical)." Glaxo Wellcome PROD
  8. "Product Information. Psorcon (diflorasone topical)." Rhone Poulenc Rorer PROD (2001):
  9. Sue LY, milanesi a "Acute hyperglycemia due to topical corticosteroid administration. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6334317/" (2023):
  10. "Product Information. Dermovate (clobetasol topical)." GlaxoSmithKline UK Ltd (2022):
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Moderate

hydrocortisone topical linagliptin

Applies to: hydrocortisone / salicylic acid / sulfur topical and Jentadueto (linagliptin / metformin)

MONITOR: The efficacy of insulin and other antidiabetic agents may be diminished by topical corticosteroids in situations where they are absorbed systemically. Corticosteroids can raise blood glucose levels by antagonizing the action and suppressing the secretion of insulin, which results in inhibition of peripheral glucose uptake and increased gluconeogenesis. Factors that can affect the likelihood of systemic absorption include the steroid's potency and formulation, duration of exposure, application surface area, use on occluded areas of skin, and thickness and/or integrity of skin in the applied areas. Infants and small children also have an increased risk of systemic absorption due to their larger skin surface to body mass ratios. The interaction was suspected in a case report of a 71-year-old patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus that had been well controlled on an insulin pump. The patient developed acute hyperglycemia after using fluocinonide 0.1% cream for 2 days due to a psoriasis flare. He was applying the cream twice daily to a large area of his body (including his abdomen) and using occlusive techniques to increase its effectiveness. His insulin requirements increased from 73 units per day to 326 units in a 24-hour period. The patient's hyperglycemia resolved with discontinuation of the fluocinonide cream, allowing him to resume his previous insulin dosage.

MANAGEMENT: Close clinical monitoring of glycemic control is recommended when systemic absorption of topical corticosteroids is considered probable or likely (e.g., more potent agents, larger areas of application, longer duration of treatment, application on thinner skin like the face, occlusion of the application area, use on infants or young children), with adjustment of the patient's antidiabetic regimen as needed. The package labeling of the corticosteroid involved should be consulted to assess the risk.

References

  1. Seale JP, Compton MR "Side-effects of corticosteroid agents." Med J Aust 144 (1986): 139-42
  2. Ludvik B, Clodi M, Kautzky-Willer A, Capek M, Hartter E, Pacini G, Prager R "Effect of dexamethasone on insulin sensitivity, islet amyloid polypeptide and insulin secretion in humans." Diabetologia 36 (1993): 84-7
  3. Carruthers JA, Staughton RC, August PJ "Penetration of topical steroid preparations." Arch Dermatol 113 (1977): 522
  4. Pace WE "Topical corticosteroids." Can Med Assoc J 108 (1973): 11 passim
  5. "Product Information. Ultravate (halobetasol topical)." Apothecon Inc (2022):
  6. "Product Information. Diprolene (betamethasone topical)." Schering Corporation PROD (2001):
  7. "Product Information. Temovate (clobetasol topical)." Glaxo Wellcome PROD
  8. "Product Information. Psorcon (diflorasone topical)." Rhone Poulenc Rorer PROD (2001):
  9. Sue LY, milanesi a "Acute hyperglycemia due to topical corticosteroid administration. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6334317/" (2023):
  10. "Product Information. Dermovate (clobetasol topical)." GlaxoSmithKline UK Ltd (2022):
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Drug and food interactions

Major

metFORMIN food

Applies to: Jentadueto (linagliptin / metformin)

GENERALLY AVOID: Alcohol can potentiate the effect of metformin on lactate metabolism and increase the risk of lactic acidosis. In addition, alcohol may cause hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia in patients with diabetes. Although hypoglycemia rarely occurs during treatment with metformin alone, the risk may increase with acute consumption of alcohol. Even modest amounts can lower blood sugar significantly, especially when the alcohol is ingested on an empty stomach or following exercise. The mechanism involves inhibition of both gluconeogenesis as well as the counter-regulatory response to hypoglycemia. Episodes of hypoglycemia may last for 8 to 12 hours after ethanol ingestion. By contrast, chronic alcohol abuse can cause impaired glucose tolerance and hyperglycemia. Moderate alcohol consumption generally does not affect blood glucose levels in patients with well controlled diabetes.

Food may have varying effects on the absorption of metformin from immediate-release versus extended-release formulations. When a single 850 mg dose of immediate-release metformin was administered with food, mean peak plasma concentration (Cmax) and systemic exposure (AUC) decreased by 40% and 25%, respectively, and time to peak plasma concentration (Tmax) increased by 35 minutes compared to administration under fasting conditions. By contrast, administration of extended-release metformin with food increased AUC by 50% without affecting Cmax or Tmax, and both high- and low-fat meals had the same effect. These data may not be applicable to formulations that contain metformin with other oral antidiabetic agents.

MANAGEMENT: Metformin should be taken with meals, and excessive alcohol intake should be avoided during treatment. Diabetes patients in general should avoid consuming alcohol if their blood glucose is not well controlled, or if they have hypertriglyceridemia, neuropathy, or pancreatitis. Alcohol should not be consumed on an empty stomach or following exercise, as it may increase the risk of hypoglycemia. Patients should contact their physician immediately if they experience potential signs and symptoms of lactic acidosis such as malaise, myalgia, respiratory distress, increasing somnolence, and nonspecific abdominal distress (especially after stabilization of metformin therapy, when gastrointestinal symptoms are uncommon). With more marked acidosis, there may also be associated hypothermia, hypotension, and resistant bradyarrhythmias. Metformin should be withdrawn promptly if lactic acidosis is suspected. Serum electrolytes, ketones, blood glucose, blood pH, lactate levels, and blood metformin levels may be useful in establishing a diagnosis. Lactic acidosis should be suspected in any diabetic patient with metabolic acidosis lacking evidence of ketoacidosis (ketonuria and ketonemia).

References

  1. "Product Information. Glucophage (metformin)." Bristol-Myers Squibb PROD (2001):
  2. "Position Statement: evidence-based nutrition principles and recommendations for the treatment and prevention of diabetes related complications. American Diabetes Association." Diabetes Care 25(Suppl 1) (2002): S50-S60

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Moderate

linagliptin food

Applies to: Jentadueto (linagliptin / metformin)

GENERALLY AVOID: Alcohol may cause hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia in patients with diabetes. Hypoglycemia most frequently occurs during acute consumption of alcohol. Even modest amounts can lower blood sugar significantly, especially when the alcohol is ingested on an empty stomach or following exercise. The mechanism involves inhibition of both gluconeogenesis as well as the counter-regulatory response to hypoglycemia. Episodes of hypoglycemia may last for 8 to 12 hours after ethanol ingestion. By contrast, chronic alcohol abuse can cause impaired glucose tolerance and hyperglycemia. Moderate alcohol consumption generally does not affect blood glucose levels in patients with well controlled diabetes. A disulfiram-like reaction (e.g., flushing, headache, and nausea) to alcohol has been reported frequently with the use of chlorpropamide and very rarely with other sulfonylureas.

MANAGEMENT: Patients with diabetes should avoid consuming alcohol if their blood glucose is not well controlled, or if they have hypertriglyceridemia, neuropathy, or pancreatitis. Patients with well controlled diabetes should limit their alcohol intake to one drink daily for women and two drinks daily for men (1 drink = 5 oz wine, 12 oz beer, or 1.5 oz distilled spirits) in conjunction with their normal meal plan. Alcohol should not be consumed on an empty stomach or following exercise.

References

  1. Jerntorp P, Almer LO "Chlorpropamide-alcohol flushing in relation to macroangiopathy and peripheral neuropathy in non-insulin dependent diabetes." Acta Med Scand 656 (1981): 33-6
  2. Jerntorp P, Almer LO, Holin H, et al. "Plasma chlorpropamide: a critical factor in chlorpropamide-alcohol flush." Eur J Clin Pharmacol 24 (1983): 237-42
  3. Barnett AH, Spiliopoulos AJ, Pyke DA, et al. "Metabolic studies in chlorpropamide-alcohol flush positive and negative type 2 (non-insulin dependent) diabetic patients with and without retinopathy." Diabetologia 24 (1983): 213-5
  4. Hartling SG, Faber OK, Wegmann ML, Wahlin-Boll E, Melander A "Interaction of ethanol and glipizide in humans." Diabetes Care 10 (1987): 683-6
  5. "Product Information. Diabinese (chlorpropamide)." Pfizer U.S. Pharmaceuticals PROD (2002):
  6. "Product Information. Glucotrol (glipizide)." Pfizer U.S. Pharmaceuticals PROD (2002):
  7. "Product Information. Diabeta (glyburide)." Hoechst Marion-Roussel Inc, Kansas City, MO.
  8. Skillman TG, Feldman JM "The pharmacology of sulfonylureas." Am J Med 70 (1981): 361-72
  9. "Position Statement: evidence-based nutrition principles and recommendations for the treatment and prevention of diabetes related complications. American Diabetes Association." Diabetes Care 25(Suppl 1) (2002): S50-S60
  10. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics." O 0
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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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