Cardioquin and Metformin Oral Solution

In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.

Using metFORMIN together with quiNIDine may increase the effects of metFORMIN. You should monitor your blood glucose and contact your doctor if you experience weakness, increasing sleepiness, slow heart rate, cold feeling, muscle pain, shortness of breath, stomach pain, feeling light-headed, and fainting. You may need a dose adjustment and you may need to check your blood sugar more often 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.

MONITOR: Quinidine is a cationic drug that theoretically could decrease the excretion of metformin by competing for renal tubular transport. Although this interaction has not been specifically reported for quinidine, cimetidine (also a cationic drug) has been reported to interact with metformin in this manner. Increased metformin levels may increase the risk of lactic acidosis.

MANAGEMENT: If quinidine and metformin must be used together, particularly slow and cautious titration of metformin dosage is recommended. The maximal dose of metformin probably also should be reduced until further information about this interaction is available. Patients should be advised to monitor their blood glucose and to promptly notify their physician if they experience possible signs of lactic acidosis such as malaise, myalgia, respiratory distress, hyperventilation, slow or irregular heartbeat, somnolence, abdominal upset, or other unusual symptoms.

Cardioquin

Generic Name: quinidine

Brand name: Quin-G, Cardioquin, Quinora, Quinidex Extentabs, Quinaglute Dura-Tabs, Quin-Release

Synonyms: n.a.

What is Cardioquin?

Metformin Oral Solution

Generic Name: metformin

Brand name: Fortamet, Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza. Riomet, Glumetza, Riomet

Synonyms: Metformin, MetFORMIN

What is Metformin Oral Solution?