It is a difficult and complex problem to accurately determine the effects of food and nutrients on a particular drug. There are many dramatic results or problems caused by food-drug, drug-drug and alcohol-food-drug interactions. The following table is designed to help the reader become more knowledgeable about drug interactions and their effect on food, a nutrient or another drug that may produce unexpected results or cause additional health problems. Be sure to listen to and abide by all recommendations and advice of your doctor and pharmacist.
Quick Facts:
1- Medications need to be taken at different times relative to meals.
2- Drugs and medications can interact with nutrients in food.
3- Consult a physician when health problems persist.
4- During pregnancy and nursing always consult a physician or pharmacist before taking any medication.
5- Drugs taken by the mother may affect the infant.
6- Take all medications only with water, unless otherwise advised.
7- Check with a doctor or pharmacist for the proper way and time to take medication.
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