DIET AND DRUG INTERACTIONS
Dasari Devaki Nanda, Department of Food and Nutritional Sciences, Acharya Nagarjuna University, Hyderabad, Internship at Pharmaceutical research lab, Clians Labs Private Limited, Hyderabad.
DOI : https://doi.org/10.63712/bpsrj-v1i2p004
ABSTRACT:
Interactions between diet–drugs are an important yet often underestimated factor affecting therapeutic outcomes. Although drug- drug interactions are widely recognized, the influence of foods, nutrients, and dietary habits on drug absorption, metabolism, and clinical effectiveness has gained attention more slowly. With the increased use of medications and the growing availability of dietary supplements, the
likelihood of interactions continues to rise. Individuals with chronic illnesses, poor nutritional status, or vulnerable physiological conditions are at greater risk. This review outlines how foods and nutrients affect drug transport, metabolism, and systemic distribution, and presents key examples of clinically relevant interactions. A deeper understanding of these mechanisms is essential for improving patient safety, optimizing therapy, and guiding appropriate dietary recommendations.