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Meds say avoid grapefruit. How long till the one I ate clears my system?

Asked by ETpro (34605points) October 8th, 2010

I take diazepam (Valium™) and Oxycodone for muscle spasms kicked up by osteoarthritis. I ate a whole small grapefruit this morning and now I’m getting a muscle ache in the shoulder. How long till the effect of the grapefruit fully clears my system and I can safely take my medication?

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Rarebear's avatar

Don’t worry about the grapefruit. Take your medicine.

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Hawaii_Jake's avatar

Call your pharmacist and ask.

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ETpro's avatar

@Rarebear & @hawaii_jake Thanks for the advice. My aching back sends a special THANKS!

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