Starlix Drug Interactions

Starlix drug interactions with other medications, such as beta blockers, certain decongestants, and thyroid medications, can cause the body to metabolize the medications differently than intended, which may lead to problems. These interactions may increase your risk of low or high blood sugar or make Starlix less effective. If Starlix drug interactions are a concern, your healthcare provider may adjust your dose or monitor you more closely.

An Overview of Starlix Drug Interactions

 Starlix® (nateglinide) can potentially interact with several medicines. Some of the medicines that may lead to Starlix drug interactions include:
 
 
 
 
    • Betamethasone (Celestone®)
    • Cortisone
    • Dexamethasone (Decadron®)
    • Fludrocortisone (Florinef®)
    • Hydrocortisone (Cortef®)
    • Methylprednisolone (Depo-Medrol®, Medrol®)
    • Prednisolone (Ovapred®, Pediapred®)
    • Prednisone
    • Triamcinolone (Kenalog®, Aristospan®) 
 
  • Diuretics, such as:
 
 
  • Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), including:
 
 
  • Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as:
 
 
  • Salicylates, such as:
 
    • Salsalate (Salflex®, Disalcid®, Amigesic®)
 
  • Thyroid medications, such as:
 
 

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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;
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