Drug interactions
Butcher's broom + Prazosin
Severity: Minor
Butcher's broom and Prazosin: minor interaction.
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Summary
Butcher's broom contains ruscogenins and has been described as having alpha-adrenergic agonist activity, which could in theory oppose prazosin. Clinical evidence of a real effect is lacking.
What this interaction means in plain words
Butcher's broom and Prazosin 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 pharmacodynamic opposition between alpha-agonist activity of the herb and alpha-1 blockade.
What to do
No specific action is required. Check blood pressure if the patient starts or stops the herbal product and loses control of hypertension.
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 Butcher's broom with Prazosin?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Butcher's broom and Prazosin have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Butcher's broom contains ruscogenins and has been described as having alpha-adrenergic agonist activity, which could in theory oppose prazosin. Clinical evidence of a real effect is lacking.
How serious is the interaction between Butcher's broom and Prazosin?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: No specific action is required. Check blood pressure if the patient starts or stops the herbal product and loses control of hypertension.
What other medicines interact with Prazosin?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Prazosin with, for example, Alfuzosin, Amifostine, Avanafil. The full list is on the Prazosin page.
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