Rythmol
side effects, nutrient depletions, herbal interactions and health notes:
Data provided by Applied Health
• Avoid alcohol with this medication1
• It may be advisable to avoid grape juice with this medication because grape juice may reduce plasma drug levels.2
• Avoid ginger in large quantities with this medication due to ginger's positive inotropic properties. Theoretically, it may interfere with the medication.3
• Avoid these herbs : adonis, aloe, buckthorn , cascara, digitalis, motherwort, olive leaf, rauwolfia, senna, and scotchbroom with this medication due to possible additive effects or increased side effects .4
References1 Reference not available.
2 Xiao Dong S, Zhi Ping Z, Zhong Xiao W, et al. Possible enhancement of the first-pass metabolism of phenacetin by ingestion of grape juice in Chinese subjects. Br J Clin Pharmacol 1999;48(4):638-40.
3 PDR for Herbal Medicines, 2nd edition, Medical Economics Company, 2000
4 PDR for Herbal Medicines, 2nd edition, Medical Economics Company, 2000
4 Blumenthal, M (Ed.): The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. American Botanical Council. Austin, TX. 1998
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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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