Drug Interactions between cephalexin and Metoprolol Succinate ER
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- cephalexin
- Metoprolol Succinate ER (metoprolol)
Interactions between your drugs
No interactions were found between cephalexin and Metoprolol Succinate ER. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
cephalexin
A total of 37 drugs are known to interact with cephalexin.
- Cephalexin is in the drug class first generation cephalosporins.
- Cephalexin is used to treat the following conditions:
Metoprolol Succinate ER
A total of 531 drugs are known to interact with Metoprolol Succinate ER.
- Metoprolol succinate er is in the drug class cardioselective beta blockers.
- Metoprolol succinate er is used to treat the following conditions:
Drug and food interactions
metoprolol food
Applies to: Metoprolol Succinate ER (metoprolol)
Food can enhance the levels of metoprolol in your body. You should take metoprolol at the same time each day, preferably with or immediately following meals. This will make it easier for your body to absorb the medication. Avoid drinking alcohol, which could increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking metoprolol. Metoprolol is only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes diet, exercise, and weight control. Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines very closely.
cephalexin food
Applies to: cephalexin
Cephalexin and multivitamin with minerals should not be taken orally at the same time. Products that contain zinc may interfere with the absorption of cephalexin into the bloodstream and reduce its effectiveness. You should take multivitamin with minerals at least three hours after taking cephalexin. Talk to a healthcare professional if you are not sure whether a product contains something that could potentially interact with your medication or if you have questions on how to take this or other medications you are prescribed. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
metoprolol food
Applies to: Metoprolol Succinate ER (metoprolol)
Using metoprolol together with multivitamin with minerals may decrease the effects of metoprolol. Separate the administration times of metoprolol and multivitamin with minerals by at least 2 hours. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special test to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Therapeutic duplication warnings
No warnings were found for your selected drugs.
Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum.
See also
Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
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. | |
No interaction information available. |
Further information
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