Does Glycopyrrolate And Formoterol Fumarate Interact with Potassium Supplements?
CDI records a moderate classification for Glycopyrrolate And Formoterol Fumarate and Potassium Supplements. The stored summary is: ECG changes and hypokalemia from these diuretics can be worsened by formoterol, especially at higher doses. Use with caution. The mechanism involves worsening of hypokalemia and ecg changes. Patients taking both medications should consult their healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing the dosage of either drug. This record was extracted from drug labeling through openFDA. NIH/NLM RxNorm is used for drug identities. The summary and severity classification are CDI's processed information, not a verbatim source quotation. Product, route, and patient circumstances matter.
- Severity
- Moderate
- Management
- Monitor for effects
- Data Source
- U.S. FDA via OpenFDA
Recorded Mechanism
Worsening of hypokalemia and ECG changes
What To Tell Your Doctor or Pharmacist
If you are taking Glycopyrrolate And Formoterol Fumarate and your doctor is considering prescribing Potassium Supplements (or vice versa), make sure to:
- Inform your doctor and pharmacist of all current medications, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements
- Ask whether the benefits of combining these medications outweigh the risks for your specific situation
- Ask what symptoms to watch for that would indicate the interaction is causing problems
- Ask whether any dosage adjustments are needed
- Never stop or change either medication without first consulting your healthcare provider