revealed Egyptian Medicines Authority In its guideline, for the most famous drug interactions with food, in order to safely handle drugs, since the purpose of the guide is to provide reference documentation for the most important tips that the patient needs for safe handling of the drug.
He explained that consuming large amounts of fiber from oats and other grains affects the absorption of digoxin, which is a drug used for a number of heart conditions, and that consuming milk and other dairy products can limit the absorption of levothyroxine used to treat lethargy. Thyroid and some antibiotics such as tetracycline.
It is said that sometimes food plays a role in inhibiting or accelerating the action of enzymes receiving the drug to convert it into an active substance, which affects the efficacy of the drug depending on the type of effect on these enzymes. action of enzymes, the effect of the drug in the body is prolonged, which can lead to side effects or interaction with other drugs.
Therefore, the effect of some medicines varies with or without food, as some medicines may work faster, slower, better or even worse when taken on an empty or full stomach with food, and there are some medicines that should be taken while eat so as not to damage the stomach. Food with medicine works to reduce this risk.
The Medicines Authority had stated that some medicines affect the results of medical tests of the thyroid gland, and one of the most famous examples is the interference of biotin (vitamin B7) with function tests. Thyroid (T3, T4, TSH), which results in inaccurate results and the occurrence of high or low levels by mistake when performing these analyses.
added Egyptian Medicines Authority It results in a misdiagnosis of hyperthyroidism or a misdiagnosis of too high a thyroid hormone dose.
And the authority has advised that you stop taking biotin for at least two days before thyroid tests.
The Medicines Authority has stressed the need to tell your healthcare professional about your history of illness, the names of the medicines or supplements you take, or any required changes to your diet. Ensure the extent of its impact on the required tests and exams.
