Drug interactions
Alteplase + Ginger
Severity: Minor
Alteplase and Ginger: minor interaction.
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Summary
Ginger has reported antiplatelet activity in laboratory studies and could theoretically add to the bleeding risk of thrombolysis. Clinical evidence of a meaningful interaction is sparse.
What this interaction means in plain words
Alteplase and Ginger have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Alteplase belongs to Cardiovascular; Ginger belongs to Gastrointestinal Tract.
Why it happens
Possible inhibition of thromboxane synthesis and platelet aggregation by ginger, adding to the fibrinolytic effect of alteplase.
What to do
Ask about herbal supplement use before thrombolysis and monitor for bleeding; advise patients to stop ginger supplements if bleeding concerns arise.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Other interactions of Alteplase
- Alteplase + Defibrotide Contraindicated
- Alteplase + Reteplase Contraindicated
- Alteplase + Tenecteplase Contraindicated
- Acetylsalicylic acid + Alteplase Major
- Alteplase + Apixaban Major
- Alteplase + Argatroban Major
Other interactions of Ginger
- Aceclofenac + Ginger Moderate
- Acemetacin + Ginger Moderate
- Aescin + Ginger Moderate
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Alteplase with Ginger?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Alteplase and Ginger have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Ginger has reported antiplatelet activity in laboratory studies and could theoretically add to the bleeding risk of thrombolysis. Clinical evidence of a meaningful interaction is sparse.
How serious is the interaction between Alteplase and Ginger?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Ask about herbal supplement use before thrombolysis and monitor for bleeding; advise patients to stop ginger supplements if bleeding concerns arise.
What other medicines interact with Alteplase?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Alteplase with, for example, Defibrotide, Reteplase, Tenecteplase. The full list is on the Alteplase page.
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