How does Metanx interact with medications?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

Pharmacy

Tell your doctor of all the medicines, supplements or vitamins that you take (prescription or over-the-counter) as any drug has the possibility to interact with other medicines. Let your doctor know if you take fluorouracil. Its actions and side effects can be increased by the use of Metanx. Also inform your health care provider if you take any hydantoins such as phenytoin. Metanx can decrease the effectiveness of those drugs.

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