WHY YOU SHOULD NOT TAKE DRUGS ON AN EMPTY STOMACH
The main reason why you shouldn't take drugs on an empty stomach are these
- To make sure you absorb the proper amount of medication. Drugs are large chemical structures that can be sensitive to the conditions in the stomach. For example, didanosine is destroyed by stomach acid, and therefore should always be taken on an empty stomach.In contrast, saquinavir is best absorbed if it is taken within 2 hours of a meal or a substantial (preferably high fat) snack. Drinking grapefruit juice can also increase the amount of saquinavir that is absorbed into your body.Always try to follow these instructions to make sure you absorb your medications properly.
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To reduce side effects involving the stomach. Sometimes food can protect the stomach from getting irritated. Therefore, some drugs such as ritonavir or zidovudine (AZT) may be taken with food to lower the risk of stomach upset or nausea. However, if you are not experiencing any stomach side effects with these drugs, you can also take them without food if it will make your daily routine easier to follow. Ask your pharmacist if you are not sure about the food requirements for your medications.
To reduce side effects involving the stomach. Sometimes food can protect the stomach from getting irritated. Therefore, some drugs such as ritonavir or zidovudine (AZT) may be taken with food to lower the risk of stomach upset or nausea. However, if you are not experiencing any stomach side effects with these drugs, you can also take them without food if it will make your daily routine easier to follow. Ask your pharmacist if you are not sure about the food requirements for your medications.
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