Common Drug-Food Interactions

Question 1

HMG-CoA Reduction Inhibitors (Statins) and Grapefruit Juice

Answer 1

Combined – statin(s) are evaluated to higher than normal levels, which can lead to increased rhabdomyolysis risks

Question 2

Levodopa and Protein

Answer 2

Combined – interference with the levodopa intestinal absorption, and less levodopa for the blood-brain barrier crossing that must cross to reach its action site (brain)

Question 3

Warfarin and Vitamin k Foods

Answer 3

Combined – warfarin effects can decrease if the dietary intake of vitamin K is increased