Drug interactions
Anamu + Etodolac
Severity: Minor
Anamu and Etodolac: minor interaction.
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Summary
Anamu (Petiveria alliacea) is claimed to have antiplatelet activity, which could theoretically add to the bleeding tendency of etodolac. Clinical data are lacking.
What this interaction means in plain words
Anamu and Etodolac have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Why it happens
Theoretical additive antiplatelet effect; not well established.
What to do
Ask patients about herbal use and advise them to report bruising or bleeding. Avoid combining it with other antiplatelet agents.
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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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Anamu with Etodolac?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Anamu and Etodolac have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Anamu (Petiveria alliacea) is claimed to have antiplatelet activity, which could theoretically add to the bleeding tendency of etodolac. Clinical data are lacking.
How serious is the interaction between Anamu and Etodolac?
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 patients about herbal use and advise them to report bruising or bleeding. Avoid combining it with other antiplatelet agents.
What other medicines interact with Etodolac?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Etodolac with, for example, Ketorolac, Ketorolac intranasal, Aceclofenac. The full list is on the Etodolac page.
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