UPDATED INFORMATION (3 of 3)
LATEST RESEARCH THAT AFFECTS YOU
REPORTED MEDICATIONS OF CONCERN
FOR COVID 19 - POSSIBLE INTERACTIONS
ARB’s:
Losartan (Cozaar) Valsartan (Diovan) Olmesartan (Benicar)
Telmisartan (Micardis) Irbesartan (Avapro) Azilsartan (Edarbi)
Candesartan (Atacand)
Piroxicam (Feldene) Sulindac (Clinoril)
Any potassium and magnesium depleting medication:
Furosemide (Lasix) Bumetanide (Bumex) Hydrochlorothiazide
(HCTZ or Microzide) Albuterol Insulin
Laxatives Risperdal Seroquel
Corticosteroids:
Prednisone Methylprednisolone Betamethasone
Hydrocortisone Dexamethasone
Non-Steroidal Anti-inflammatory medications:
Aspirin
Celecoxib (Celebrex) Diclofenac (Cambia, Cataflam, Voltaren)
Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) Indomethacin (Indocin)
Naproxen (Aleve, Anaprox, Naprosyn)
Piroxicam (Feldene) Sulindac (Clinoril)
We apologize for frequent communications. However, the health environment is changing rapidly. We are continually scouring the research and literature on COVID 19. As we learn more, we will put the information out for all our patients to be aware and prepared.
The use of these medications may worsen the course of COVID 19 pneumonia. Please call the office to make an appointment if you are currently taking any of the above medications. We can make changes to your healthcare plan via in person or by telemedicine if indicated. (727)498-8898
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