Drug interactions
Aripiprazole + Eucalyptus
Severity: Minor
Aripiprazole and Eucalyptus: minor interaction.
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Summary
Eucalyptus taken orally in medicinal amounts may have mild CNS effects, and aripiprazole can cause somnolence. Additive drowsiness is possible but not well documented.
What this interaction means in plain words
Aripiprazole and Eucalyptus 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 CNS depressant effects; not well established.
What to do
Advise patients to watch for excess drowsiness and avoid driving if sedated. Avoid concentrated eucalyptus oil ingestion.
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 Aripiprazole with Eucalyptus?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Aripiprazole and Eucalyptus have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Eucalyptus taken orally in medicinal amounts may have mild CNS effects, and aripiprazole can cause somnolence. Additive drowsiness is possible but not well documented.
How serious is the interaction between Aripiprazole and Eucalyptus?
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 watch for excess drowsiness and avoid driving if sedated. Avoid concentrated eucalyptus oil ingestion.
What other medicines interact with Aripiprazole?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Aripiprazole with, for example, Pimozide, Thioridazine, Amisulpride. The full list is on the Aripiprazole page.
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