Possible Problem Medication

Some of the medications that may cause peripheral problems for diabetics on holiday:-

1. Those that increase sun sensitivity:-
Sulfonylureas e.g. glyburide (Diabeta, Micronase, Glynase Prestab)
Diuretics e.g. Furosemide, Hydrochlorothiazide
Antibiotics e.g. Tetracycline, Doxycycline, Sulfamethoxazole, Nalidixic acid, Griseofulvin.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs e.g. Naproxen (Aleve), Piroxicam (Feldene).
Antidepressants e.g. Doxepin (Sinequan), Imipramine (Tofranil).
Anti-arrhythmic drugs e.g. Amiodarone (Cordarone), Quinidine (Quinaglute)

2. Those that may increase hypoglycemia
Chloroquine - antimalarial medication.
Quinine – for treating malaria and muscle cramps.
Pepto-Bismol – for treating diarrhoea, upset stomach, or heartburn.

3. Those that may increase hyperglycemia
Acetazolamide (Diamox) – used to treat altitude sickness.

4. Those that may increase vaginal yeast infections.
Antibiotics – most often given to treat travellers’ diarrhoea but also for other bacterial infections.

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