Trental
side effects, nutrient depletions, herbal interactions and health notes:
Data provided by Applied Health
• Take with food to avoid stomach upset.1
• Avoid caffeine.2
• Avoid smoking.3
• Bromelain, and cinchona bark can increase bleeding and inhibit platelet aggregation, theoretically there may be an interaction. Avoid their use together with trental.4
• Garlic, ginkgo, white willow bark, feverfew, and horse chestnut could possibly increase the chance of side effects with pentoxifylline.5
References1 Pronsky, Z Food Medication Interactions, 11th edition, 1999.
1 Facts and Comparisons, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
2 Pronsky, Z Food Medication Interactions, 11th edition, 1999.
2 Facts and Comparisons, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
3 Pronsky, Z Food Medication Interactions, 11th edition, 1999.
4 Blumenthal, M (Ed.): The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. American Botanical Council. Austin, TX. 1998
4 PDR for Herbal Medicines, 2nd edition, Medical Economics Company, 2000
4 Facts and Comparisons, Review of Natural Products, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
5 Newall CA, Anderson LA, Phillipson JD. Herbal Medicines: A Guide for Health-care Professionals. London: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996
5 PDR for Herbal Medicines, 2nd edition, Medical Economics Company, 2000
5 Facts and Comparisons, Review of Natural Products, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
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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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