Lidocaine and Alcohol/Food Interactions
There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with lidocaine.
Lidocaine Food
Moderate Food Interaction
Grapefruit juice may increase the blood levels of lidocaine, which may increase the risk of side effects such as low blood pressure, slow heart rate, irregular heart rhythm, difficulty breathing and convulsions. Cigarette smoking may reduce the blood levels of lidocaine, which may make the medication less effective. It is best to avoid smoking during lidocaine therapy. Consuming cruciferous vegetables (e.G., broccoli, brussels sprouts) may also reduce the blood levels of lidocaine. Talk to a healthcare professional if you have any questions or concerns. 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.
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Lidocaine drug interactions
There are 555 drug interactions with lidocaine.
Lidocaine disease interactions
There are 6 disease interactions with lidocaine which include:
- cardiovascular dysfunction
- hepatic dysfunction
- renal dysfunction
- seizures
- sinus/AV node dysfunction
- electrolyte imbalance
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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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