Drug interactions
Cornsilk + Nifedipine
Severity: Minor
Cornsilk and Nifedipine: minor interaction.
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Summary
Cornsilk has diuretic and possible blood pressure lowering properties, so additive hypotension with nifedipine is theoretically possible. Evidence is minimal.
What this interaction means in plain words
Cornsilk and Nifedipine 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 hypotensive or diuretic effect; the mechanism is not established.
What to do
No routine action is needed beyond monitoring blood pressure and hydration if the herb is used regularly.
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 Cornsilk with Nifedipine?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Cornsilk and Nifedipine have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Cornsilk has diuretic and possible blood pressure lowering properties, so additive hypotension with nifedipine is theoretically possible. Evidence is minimal.
How serious is the interaction between Cornsilk and Nifedipine?
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 routine action is needed beyond monitoring blood pressure and hydration if the herb is used regularly.
What other medicines interact with Nifedipine?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Nifedipine with, for example, Amifostine, Amlodipine-benazepril, Apalutamide. The full list is on the Nifedipine page.
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