Drug interactions
Anamu + Flurbiprofen
Severity: Minor
Anamu and Flurbiprofen: minor interaction.
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Summary
Anamu (Petiveria alliacea) is reported to have antiplatelet or anticoagulant-like activity in preclinical data, and flurbiprofen inhibits platelet function. A modest additive bleeding tendency is theoretically possible, but human evidence is lacking.
What this interaction means in plain words
Anamu and Flurbiprofen 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
Possible additive antiplatelet effects; the herb's mechanism is not well established.
What to do
Ask about herbal use and monitor for bruising or bleeding, especially if the patient also takes anticoagulants.
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 Flurbiprofen?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Anamu and Flurbiprofen 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 reported to have antiplatelet or anticoagulant-like activity in preclinical data, and flurbiprofen inhibits platelet function. A modest additive bleeding tendency is theoretically possible, but human evidence is lacking.
How serious is the interaction between Anamu and Flurbiprofen?
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 use and monitor for bruising or bleeding, especially if the patient also takes anticoagulants.
What other medicines interact with Flurbiprofen?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Flurbiprofen with, for example, Ketorolac, Ketorolac intranasal, Aceclofenac. The full list is on the Flurbiprofen page.
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