Gabitril
side effects, nutrient depletions, herbal interactions and health notes:
Data provided by Applied Health
• Take with food. A meal high in fat can reduce the rate but not the extent of metabolism of the drug.1
• Avoid alcohol.2
• Herbs with sedative properties like: Calamus, Calendula, California poppy, Catnip, Couch grass, Elecampane, Chamomile (German), Hops, Jamaican dogwood, Kava, Lemon balm, Sage, St. John's wort, Sassafras, Scullcap, Shepherd's purse, Stinging nettle, Valerian, Withania, and Yerba mansa may increase the risk of CNS side effects of gabitril. It may be advisable to avoid these in combination.3
• These herbs may increase the risk of seizures: Borage, Evening Primrose Oil, and Sage.4
References1 Facts and Comparisons, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
1 Pronsky, Z Food Medication Interactions, 11th edition, 1999
2 Pronsky, Z Food Medication Interactions, 11th edition, 1999
3 Brinker, F Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions, Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998
3 Newall CA, Anderson LA, Phillipson JD. Herbal Medicines: A Guide for Health-care Professionals. London: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
3 PDR for Herbal Medicines, 2nd edition, Medical Economics Company, 2000
4 PDR for Herbal Medicines, 2nd edition, Medical Economics Company, 2000
4 Newall CA, Anderson LA, Phillipson JD. Herbal Medicines: A Guide for Health-care Professionals. London: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
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The information in Drug Watch is provided as a courtesy to NewsTarget readers by Applied Health Solutions in cooperation with Healthway Solutions. Although the information is presented with scientific references, we do not wish to imply that this represents a comprehensive list of considerations about any specific drug, herb or nutrient. Nor should this information be considered a substitute for the advice of your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare practitioner. Please read the disclaimer about the intentions and limitations of the information provided on these pages. It is important to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all other drugs and nutritional supplements that you are taking if they are recommending a new medication. Copyright © 2007 by Applied Health Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved.
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