What should I tell my care team before I take this medication?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
- Kidney disease
- Liver disease
- Often have low blood sugar
- Vision problems
- An unusual or allergic reaction to insulin, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
- Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
- Breastfeeding
What may interact with this medication?
Some medications may affect your blood sugar levels or hide the symptoms of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Talk with your care team about all of the medications you take. They may suggest changes to your insulin dose or checking your blood sugar levels more often.
Medications that may affect your blood sugar levels include:
- Alcohol
- Certain antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin, sulfamethoxazole; trimethoprim
- Certain medications for blood pressure or heart disease, such as benazepril, enalapril, lisinopril, losartan, valsartan
- Certain medications for mental health conditions, such as fluoxetine or olanzapine
- Diuretics, such as hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)
- Estrogen and progestin hormones
- Other medications for diabetes
- Steroid medications, such as prednisone or cortisone
- Testosterone
- Thyroid hormones
Medications that may mask symptoms of low blood sugar include:
- Beta blockers, such as atenolol, metoprolol, propranolol
- Clonidine
- Guanethidine
- Reserpine
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What should I watch for while using this medication?
Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medication.
You may need blood work done while you are taking this medication.
This medication may affect your coordination, reaction time, or judgment. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you. Sit up or stand slowly to reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells.