Chromium × Antidiabetic Drugs
MODERATE
Possible Evidence
Mechanism
Chromium may enhance insulin sensitivity, potentially additive with diabetes medications.
Effect
Possible additive hypoglycemic effect
Management
Monitor blood glucose closely. May need to reduce medication dose.
Plain Language Summary
AI-generated · Qwen 3.6 · grounded in 2 sources · methodologyThis combination may be risky because chromium can increase the effectiveness of diabetes medications. This could cause your blood sugar levels to drop lower than expected.
Source
Althuis MD et al. Am J Clin Nutr 2002
Research
Supporting Research
1-year outcomes with the Absorb bioresorbable scaffold in patients with coronary artery disease: a patient-level, pooled meta-analysis
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Prenatal metal(loid) exposure and preterm birth: a systematic review of the epidemiologic evidence
Effects of cobalt-chromium everolimus eluting stents or bare metal stent on fatal and non-fatal cardiovascular events: patient level meta-analysis
Chromium picolinate supplementation for overweight or obese adults
Metalloestrogens exposure and risk of gestational diabetes mellitus: Evidence emerging from the systematic review and meta-analysis
Trace elements in schizophrenia: a systematic review and meta-analysis of 39 studies (N = 5151 participants)
A meta-analysis of heavy metals pollution in farmland and urban soils in China over the past 20 years
Medical Disclaimer: This interaction record is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider or pharmacist before combining any supplement with prescription medications.