Propulsid
side effects, nutrient depletions, herbal interactions and health notes:
Data provided by Applied Health
• Sedative effects of alcohol may be increased with use of Propulsid.1
• Avoid grapefruit juice with Propulsid.2
• Avoid peppermint with Propulsid because it could worsen gastrointestinal reflux.3
• Angelica, Black mustard, Calamus, Capsicum, Cinchona, Cinammon bark, Dandelion, Devils claw, Gentian, Goldenseal, Wormwood and Yarrow all increase gastric acid and could therefore theoretically interact with Propulsid.4
• Avoid St. John's Wort with Propulsid.5
References1 Rybacki JJ. The Concise Essential Guide to Prescription Drugs, HarperCollins, 1997.
1 Pronsky, Z Food Medication Interactions, 11th edition, 1999
2 Pronsky, Z Food Medication Interactions, 11th edition, 1999
3 Sigmund CJ, McNally EF. The action of a carminative on the lower esophageal sphincter. Gastroenterol 1969;56:13-18.
3 Brinker, F Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions, Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998
4 Brinker, F Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions, Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998
4 Newall CA, Anderson LA, Phillipson JD. Herbal Medicines A Guide for Health-care Professionals. London: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
4 Facts and Comparisons, Review of Natural Products, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
5 Yue QY, Bergquist C, GerdÈn B. Safety of St John's wort (Hypericum perforatum). Lancet 2000;355(9203). www.thelancet.com/newlancet/reg/issues/vol355no9203/menu_NOD12.html
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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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