Drug interactions
Anamu + Sulindac
Severity: Minor
Anamu and Sulindac: minor interaction.
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Summary
Anamu (Petiveria alliacea) has reported antiplatelet or anticoagulant activity in traditional use. Combined with an NSAID, an additive bleeding tendency is theoretically possible, though clinical evidence is lacking.
What this interaction means in plain words
Anamu and Sulindac 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 mechanism is not well established.
What to do
Advise patients to report unusual bruising or bleeding and consider avoiding the herbal product during NSAID therapy.
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 Sulindac?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Anamu and Sulindac 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 reported antiplatelet or anticoagulant activity in traditional use. Combined with an NSAID, an additive bleeding tendency is theoretically possible, though clinical evidence is lacking.
How serious is the interaction between Anamu and Sulindac?
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 unusual bruising or bleeding and consider avoiding the herbal product during NSAID therapy.
What other medicines interact with Sulindac?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Sulindac with, for example, Ketorolac intranasal, Ketorolac, Aceclofenac. The full list is on the Sulindac page.
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