Table 5.
Rate of drug interactions in each drug category
| Medication Category | Rate of interaction (%) | Medication with highest rate of interaction in each category (N) |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiovascular | 186 (24.6) | Atorvastatin (63) |
| Antibiotics | 135 (17.9) | Ciprofloxacin (36) |
| Respiratory system | 130 (17.2) | Combivent (41) |
| Sedatives, hypnotics and narcotics | 99 (13.1) | Methadone (25) |
| Gastrointestinal | 89 (11.8) | Pantoprazole (57) |
| Vitamins and supplements | 67 (8.9) | Calcium-D (34) |
| Immunosuppressants and corticosteroids | 49 (6.5) | Prednisolone (17) |