Drug interactions
Astragalus + Basiliximab
Severity: Minor
Astragalus and Basiliximab: minor interaction.
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Summary
Astragalus is claimed to stimulate immune function, which could in theory counteract the immunosuppression needed to prevent transplant rejection. No reliable clinical data confirm a meaningful effect.
What this interaction means in plain words
Astragalus and Basiliximab 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 immunostimulatory activity of astragalus opposing immunosuppression; mechanism not firmly established.
What to do
Advise transplant recipients to avoid immunostimulant herbal products unless approved by the transplant team. Watch for signs of rejection if the product is used.
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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Other interactions of Basiliximab
- Basiliximab + Bcg vaccine live Contraindicated
- Basiliximab + Influenza virus vaccine quadrivalent intranasal Contraindicated
- Basiliximab + Measles mumps and rubella vaccine Contraindicated
- Basiliximab + Measles mumps and rubella vaccine live Contraindicated
- Basiliximab + Measles mumps rubella and varicella vaccine live Contraindicated
- Basiliximab + Measles vaccine Contraindicated
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Astragalus with Basiliximab?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Astragalus and Basiliximab have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Astragalus is claimed to stimulate immune function, which could in theory counteract the immunosuppression needed to prevent transplant rejection. No reliable clinical data confirm a meaningful effect.
How serious is the interaction between Astragalus and Basiliximab?
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 transplant recipients to avoid immunostimulant herbal products unless approved by the transplant team. Watch for signs of rejection if the product is used.
What other medicines interact with Basiliximab?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Basiliximab with, for example, Bcg vaccine live, Influenza virus vaccine quadrivalent intranasal, Measles mumps and rubella vaccine. The full list is on the Basiliximab page.
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