Understand Your Health Numbers

Ibuprofen can reduce kidney function, which may cause metformin to accumulate in the body, increasing the risk of a serious condition called lactic acidosis.

Both warfarin and aspirin thin the blood through different mechanisms. Using them together significantly increases the risk of serious bleeding.

ACE inhibitors like lisinopril raise potassium levels. Adding potassium supplements can cause dangerously high potassium, which can affect heart rhythm.

Grapefruit inhibits the enzyme (CYP3A4) that breaks down certain statins, causing the drug to accumulate to potentially toxic levels.

SSRIs affect platelet function, and combining them with NSAIDs significantly increases the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding.

Alcohol increases the risk of lactic acidosis when taking metformin, especially heavy or binge drinking. It also affects blood sugar control.

Both blood pressure medications and ED drugs lower blood pressure. Using them together can cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure.

Calcium significantly reduces the absorption of levothyroxine, making your thyroid medication less effective.

Rifampin (and rifabutin) significantly reduces the effectiveness of hormonal birth control, potentially leading to unintended pregnancy.

Omeprazole inhibits the enzyme that activates clopidogrel, potentially reducing its blood-thinning effect and increasing heart attack risk.