Zarontin
side effects, nutrient depletions, herbal interactions and health notes:
Data provided by Applied Health
• Take with food or milk for stomach upset1
• Avoid alcohol2
• Nausea/vomiting, weight loss and other gastrointestinal problems may arise, monitor for serious reactions.3
• Ginkgo seed may interact with anticonvulsants, because of its seizure potential4
• Kava kava has approval status by the German Commission E regarding its use as an anticonvulsant, however, it may potentiate the effects of other CNS depressant drugs, and is contraindicated for use together.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
3 Facts and Comparisons, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
3 Pronsky, Z Food Medication Interactions, 11th edition, 1999
4 Newall CA, Anderson LA, Phillipson JD. Herbal Medicines: A Guide for Health-care Professionals. London: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996
5 Brinker, F Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions, Eclectic Medical Publications, 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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