Can you take Insulin zinc with Trovafloxacin?
1 drug interaction and 18 additional warnings found for the following 2 drugs:
- insulin zinc
- trovafloxacin
Drug interactions
Major drug interactions
Major:
trovafloxacin insulin zinc
Applies to: trovafloxacin and insulin zinc
Medications like trovafloxacin can sometimes affect blood glucose levels. Both hyperglycemia (high blood glucose) and, less frequently, hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) have been reported. Severe cases of hypoglycemia have resulted in coma and even death, especially in the elderly and patients with kidney problems or severe infections using insulin or other diabetes medications that can commonly cause hypoglycemia. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. Your doctor may be able to prescribe alternatives that do not interact, or you may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring of your blood glucose levels to safely use both medications. Let your doctor know if you experience hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia, or if you notice a loss of blood glucose control. Symptoms of hypoglycemia include headache, dizziness, drowsiness, nervousness, confusion, tremor, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, and rapid heartbeat. Symptoms of hyperglycemia may include increased thirst, increased hunger, and increased urination. 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.
Food/lifestyle interactions
Moderate food/lifestyle interactions
Moderate:
insulin zinc Food/Lifestyle
Applies to: insulin zinc
Alcohol may affect blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. Both hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) may occur, depending on how much and how often you drink. You should avoid using alcohol if your diabetes is not well controlled or if you have high triglycerides, neuropathy (nerve damage), or pancreatitis. Moderate alcohol consumption generally does not affect blood glucose levels if your diabetes is under control. However, it may be best to limit 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 your normal meal plan. Avoid drinking alcohol on an empty stomach or following exercise, as it may increase the risk of hypoglycemia. 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.
Disease interactions
17 potential interactions Applies to: 15 conditions, including Rheumatoid Arthritis, Peripheral Neuropathy, Hypokalemia, Myasthenia Gravis, and Tendonitis.
Adrenal Insufficiency
Moderate:
insulin zinc
Insulin zinc has a moderate potential interaction with Adrenal Insufficiency.
Hypoglycemia may commonly occur during treatment with insulin and/or oral hypoglycemic agents. Care should be taken in patients who may be particularly susceptible to the development of hypoglycemic episodes during the use of these drugs, including those who are debilitated or malnourished, those with defective counterregulatory mechanisms (e.g., autonomic neuropathy and adrenal or pituitary insufficiency), and those receiving beta-adrenergic blocking agents.
Anorexia/Feeding Problems
Moderate:
insulin zinc
Insulin zinc has a moderate potential interaction with Anorexia/Feeding Problems.
Hypoglycemia may commonly occur during treatment with insulin and/or oral hypoglycemic agents. Care should be taken in patients who may be particularly susceptible to the development of hypoglycemic episodes during the use of these drugs, including those who are debilitated or malnourished, those with defective counterregulatory mechanisms (e.g., autonomic neuropathy and adrenal or pituitary insufficiency), and those receiving beta-adrenergic blocking agents.
Autonomic Neuropathy
Moderate:
insulin zinc
Insulin zinc has a moderate potential interaction with Autonomic Neuropathy.
Hypoglycemia may commonly occur during treatment with insulin and/or oral hypoglycemic agents. Care should be taken in patients who may be particularly susceptible to the development of hypoglycemic episodes during the use of these drugs, including those who are debilitated or malnourished, those with defective counterregulatory mechanisms (e.g., autonomic neuropathy and adrenal or pituitary insufficiency), and those receiving beta-adrenergic blocking agents.
Biliary Obstruction
Major:
trovafloxacin
Trovafloxacin has a major potential interaction with Biliary Obstruction.
Trovafloxacin undergoes metabolism by the liver as well as excretion by the hepatobiliary system. Patients with hepatic impairment or biliary obstruction may be at greater risk for adverse effects from trovafloxacin due to decreased drug clearance. Therapy with trovafloxacin should be administered cautiously in these patients. The manufacturer recommends a dosage reduction in mild to moderate cirrhosis. Periodic assessment of hepatic function is advised, especially during prolonged therapy (>= 21 days), since trovafloxacin can also cause elevations of liver enzymes.
Central Nervous System Disorders
Major:
trovafloxacin
Trovafloxacin has a major potential interaction with Central Nervous System Disorders.
Quinolones may cause CNS stimulation manifested as tremors, agitation, restlessness, anxiety, confusion, hallucinations, paranoia, insomnia, toxic psychosis, and/or seizures. Benign intracranial hypertension has also been reported. Therapy with quinolones should be administered cautiously in patients with or predisposed to seizures or other CNS abnormalities. In addition, these patients should be advised to avoid the consumption of caffeine-containing products during therapy with some quinolones, most notably ciprofloxacin, enoxacin, and cinoxacin, since these agents can substantially reduce the clearance of caffeine and other methylxanthines, potentially resulting in severe CNS reactions.
Hypokalemia
Moderate:
insulin zinc
Insulin zinc has a moderate potential interaction with Hypokalemia.
Hypokalemia may commonly occur during treatment with insulin. Use with caution in patients who may be particularly at risk of developing hypokalemia (e.g., patients using potassium-lowering medications, patients taking medications sensitive to serum potassium concentrations).
Liver Disease
Major:
trovafloxacin
Trovafloxacin has a major potential interaction with Liver Disease.
Trovafloxacin undergoes metabolism by the liver as well as excretion by the hepatobiliary system. Patients with hepatic impairment or biliary obstruction may be at greater risk for adverse effects from trovafloxacin due to decreased drug clearance. Therapy with trovafloxacin should be administered cautiously in these patients. The manufacturer recommends a dosage reduction in mild to moderate cirrhosis. Periodic assessment of hepatic function is advised, especially during prolonged therapy (>= 21 days), since trovafloxacin can also cause elevations of liver enzymes.
Moderate:
insulin zinc
Insulin zinc has a moderate potential interaction with Liver Disease.
Insulin requirements may be diminished in patients with renal or hepatic impairment due to reduced insulin metabolism and, in the latter case, also to reduced capacity for gluconeogenesis. Lower initial dosages may be appropriate, with careful monitoring of plasma glucose levels and dosing adjustments.
Malnourishment
Moderate:
insulin zinc
Insulin zinc has a moderate potential interaction with Malnourishment.
Hypoglycemia may commonly occur during treatment with insulin and/or oral hypoglycemic agents. Care should be taken in patients who may be particularly susceptible to the development of hypoglycemic episodes during the use of these drugs, including those who are debilitated or malnourished, those with defective counterregulatory mechanisms (e.g., autonomic neuropathy and adrenal or pituitary insufficiency), and those receiving beta-adrenergic blocking agents.
Myasthenia Gravis
Major:
trovafloxacin
Trovafloxacin has a major potential interaction with Myasthenia Gravis.
Fluoroquinolones have neuromuscular blocking activity and may exacerbate muscle weakness in persons with myasthenia gravis. Postmarketing serious adverse events, including deaths and requirement for ventilatory support, have been associated with fluoroquinolones use in persons with myasthenia gravis. Fluoroquinolones should be avoided in patients with history of myasthenia gravis.
Organ Transplant
Major:
trovafloxacin
Trovafloxacin has a major potential interaction with Organ Transplant.
Tendonitis and ruptures of the shoulder, hand, and Achilles tendons have been reported in patients receiving quinolones, both during and after treatment. Avoid the use of these agents in patients who have a history of tendon disorders or have experienced tendinitis or tendon rupture. Therapy with quinolones should be administered cautiously in patients with patients with kidney, heart, and lung transplant, since it may delay the recognition or confound the diagnosis of a quinolone-induced musculoskeletal effect. Factors that may independently increase the risk of tendon rupture include strenuous physical activity, renal failure, and previous tendon disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis. It is recommended to discontinue these agents if, at any time during therapy, pain, inflammation or rupture of a tendon develops and institute appropriate treatment.
Panhypopituitarism
Moderate:
insulin zinc
Insulin zinc has a moderate potential interaction with Panhypopituitarism.
Hypoglycemia may commonly occur during treatment with insulin and/or oral hypoglycemic agents. Care should be taken in patients who may be particularly susceptible to the development of hypoglycemic episodes during the use of these drugs, including those who are debilitated or malnourished, those with defective counterregulatory mechanisms (e.g., autonomic neuropathy and adrenal or pituitary insufficiency), and those receiving beta-adrenergic blocking agents.
Peripheral Neuropathy
Major:
trovafloxacin
Trovafloxacin has a major potential interaction with Peripheral Neuropathy.
The use of quinolones has been associated with an increased risk of peripheral neuropathy. Monitor closely and discontinue their use in patients experiencing symptoms of peripheral neuropathy. It is recommended to avoid these agents in patients who have previously experienced peripheral neuropathy.
Renal Dysfunction
Major:
trovafloxacin
Trovafloxacin has a major potential interaction with Renal Dysfunction.
Tendonitis and ruptures of the shoulder, hand, and Achilles tendons have been reported in patients receiving quinolones, both during and after treatment. Avoid the use of these agents in patients who have a history of tendon disorders or have experienced tendinitis or tendon rupture. Therapy with quinolones should be administered cautiously in patients with patients with kidney, heart, and lung transplant, since it may delay the recognition or confound the diagnosis of a quinolone-induced musculoskeletal effect. Factors that may independently increase the risk of tendon rupture include strenuous physical activity, renal failure, and previous tendon disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis. It is recommended to discontinue these agents if, at any time during therapy, pain, inflammation or rupture of a tendon develops and institute appropriate treatment.
Moderate:
insulin zinc
Insulin zinc has a moderate potential interaction with Renal Dysfunction.
Insulin requirements may be diminished in patients with renal or hepatic impairment due to reduced insulin metabolism and, in the latter case, also to reduced capacity for gluconeogenesis. Lower initial dosages may be appropriate, with careful monitoring of plasma glucose levels and dosing adjustments.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Major:
trovafloxacin
Trovafloxacin has a major potential interaction with Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Tendonitis and ruptures of the shoulder, hand, and Achilles tendons have been reported in patients receiving quinolones, both during and after treatment. Avoid the use of these agents in patients who have a history of tendon disorders or have experienced tendinitis or tendon rupture. Therapy with quinolones should be administered cautiously in patients with patients with kidney, heart, and lung transplant, since it may delay the recognition or confound the diagnosis of a quinolone-induced musculoskeletal effect. Factors that may independently increase the risk of tendon rupture include strenuous physical activity, renal failure, and previous tendon disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis. It is recommended to discontinue these agents if, at any time during therapy, pain, inflammation or rupture of a tendon develops and institute appropriate treatment.
Tendonitis
Major:
trovafloxacin
Trovafloxacin has a major potential interaction with Tendonitis.
Tendonitis and ruptures of the shoulder, hand, and Achilles tendons have been reported in patients receiving quinolones, both during and after treatment. Avoid the use of these agents in patients who have a history of tendon disorders or have experienced tendinitis or tendon rupture. Therapy with quinolones should be administered cautiously in patients with patients with kidney, heart, and lung transplant, since it may delay the recognition or confound the diagnosis of a quinolone-induced musculoskeletal effect. Factors that may independently increase the risk of tendon rupture include strenuous physical activity, renal failure, and previous tendon disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis. It is recommended to discontinue these agents if, at any time during therapy, pain, inflammation or rupture of a tendon develops and institute appropriate treatment.
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insulin zinc
A total of 458 drugs are known to interact with insulin zinc.
- Insulin zinc is in the drug class insulin.
- Insulin zinc is used to treat the following conditions:
trovafloxacin
A total of 314 drugs are known to interact with trovafloxacin.
- Trovafloxacin is in the drug class quinolones and Fluoroquinolones.
- Trovafloxacin is used to treat the following conditions:
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. |
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