title: Medicines, excipients and dietary intolerances.
abstract: Medicinal products contain not only active drugs but also other ingredients included for a variety of purposes and collectively known as excipients.(1) People who wish to avoid a specific substance because of an allergy or intolerance may ask a healthcare professional about the constituents of a medicine and whether an alternative is available. In a previous article we discussed the issues facing people who wish to avoid certain substances for religious or cultural reasons.(2) Here, we provide an overview of several dietary conditions and the pharmaceutical issues that need to be considered by healthcare professionals advising on the suitability of a medicine.
mesh_terms: D005079:Excipients / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005512:Food Hypersensitivity / Q000209:etiology* / Q000517:prevention & control*; D006801:Humans
chemical_list: D005079:Excipients