Drug interactions
Anamu + Insulin neutral human
Severity: Minor
Anamu and Insulin neutral human: minor interaction.
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Summary
Anamu (Petiveria alliacea) has shown glucose-lowering activity in animal studies. Clinical relevance with insulin is unproven and the interaction is theoretical.
What this interaction means in plain words
Anamu and Insulin neutral human 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 hypoglycemic activity; the mechanism is not established.
What to do
Advise patients to report herbal use and monitor blood glucose if they take anamu with insulin.
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 Insulin neutral human?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Anamu and Insulin neutral human 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) has shown glucose-lowering activity in animal studies. Clinical relevance with insulin is unproven and the interaction is theoretical.
How serious is the interaction between Anamu and Insulin neutral human?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Advise patients to report herbal use and monitor blood glucose if they take anamu with insulin.
What other medicines interact with Insulin neutral human?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Insulin neutral human with, for example, Chlorpropamide, Ethanol, Mecasermin. The full list is on the Insulin neutral human page.
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