Corn Silk - Exenatide Synthetic Interaction
Herbal: Corn Silk
Also Known As: Zea mays, Barbe de Maïs, Blé d'Inde, Cheveux de Maïs, Corn Silk Tea, Indian Corn, Maidis Stigma, Maïs Violet, Maize Silk, Maydis Stigma, Purple Corn, Seda de Maíz, Soie de Maïs, Stigma Maydis, Yu Mi Xiu, Zea
Drug: Exenatide Synthetic
Brand names:
Bydureon BCISE
Medical Content Editor Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
Last updated
Jul 22, 2023
Interaction Details
Exenatide Synthetic is classified as belonging to the following category: Antidiabetes Drugs
In an animal diabetic model, corn silk extract reduced levels of fasting blood glucose. Theoretically, corn silk might have an additive effect with antidiabetes drugs and cause hypoglycemia.
Some antidiabetes drugs include glimepiride (Amaryl), glyburide (DiaBeta, Glynase PresTab, Micronase), insulin, metformin (Glucophage), pioglitazone (Actos), rosiglitazone (Avandia), and others.
Interaction Rating
Likelihood of Occurrence
PossibleInteraction has been documented in animal or in lab research, or the interaction has been documented in humans but is limited to case reports or conflicting clinical research exists
References
- Sheng L, Chen Q, Di L, Li N. Evaluation of anti-diabetic potential of corn silk in high-fat diet/streptozotocin- induced type 2 diabetes mice model. Endocr Metab Immune Disord Drug Targets. 2020.
Corn Silk Overview
Corn silk is the thin, hair-like strands that grow from the ear of a corn plant. It is found inside the husk of the ear, along with the corn kernels. Corn silk is used in traditional medicine for its purported diuretic, anti-inflammatory, and soothing properties as it contains a number of compounds, including flavonoids, proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, fiber, volatile oils, sitosterol, stigmasterol, alkaloids, tannins, and saponins. It is used for a variety of conditions, including treat bladder and kidney problems, urinary tract infections, and prostate issues.
Exenatide Synthetic Overview
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Exenatide is used along with diet and exercise to treat type 2 diabetes (condition in which the body does not use insulin normally and therefore cannot control the amount of sugar in the blood) in adults (Byetta) and in adults and children 10 years of age and older (Bydureon BCISE). Exenatide is in a class of medications called incretin mimetics. It works by stimulating the pancreas to secrete insulin when blood sugar levels are high. Insulin helps move sugar from the blood into other body tissues where it is used for energy. Exenatide also slows the emptying of the stomach and causes a decrease in appetite. Exenatide is not used to treat type 1 diabetes (condition in which the body does not produce insulin and therefore cannot control the amount of sugar in the blood). Exenatide is not used instead of insulin to treat people with diabetes who need insulin.
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Over time, people who have diabetes and high blood sugar can develop serious or life-threatening complications, including heart disease, stroke, kidney problems, nerve damage, and eye problems. Using medication(s), making lifestyle changes (e.g., diet, exercise, quitting smoking), and regularly checking your blood sugar may help to manage your diabetes and improve your health. This therapy may also decrease your chances of having a heart attack, stroke, or other diabetes-related complications such as kidney failure, nerve damage (numb, cold legs or feet; decreased sexual ability in men and women), eye problems, including changes or loss of vision, or gum disease. Your doctor and other healthcare providers will talk to you about the best way to manage your diabetes.
Corn Silk - More Interactions
Corn Silk interacts with 284 drugs
Interaction Rating Key
These severity listings are for informational use only. Never start, stop or otherwise change your therapy before speaking with your provider.
| Major | The combined use of these agents is strongly discouraged as serious side effects or other negative outcomes could occur. |
| Moderate | Use cautiously under the care of a healthcare professional or avoid this combination. A significant interaction or negative outcome could occur. |
| Minor | Be aware that there is a chance of an interaction. Watch for warning signs of a potential interaction. |
| Unknown | No interactions have been reported or no interaction data is currently available. |
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