What medications can interact with pyruvate?

Pyruvate may affect blood sugar by decreasing insulin response. Caution is advised when using medications that may also lower blood sugar. Patients taking insulin or drugs for diabetes by mouth should be monitored closely by a qualified healthcare professional, including a pharmacist. Medication adjustments may be necessary.

Pyruvate may cause low blood pressure. Caution is advised in patients taking drugs, herbs or supplements that lower blood pressure.

Pyruvate may also interact with acetylsalicylic acid, anti-inflammatory agents, cholesterol-lowering agents, cyclosporin, dichloroacetate, drugs for the heart, drugs for the skin, drugs that protect the liver, inosine-phosphate-pyruvate solution, neuroprotective agents, respiratory agents, sleep-inducing drugs, valproate, and weight loss agents.

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