Drug interactions
Dalteparin + Ginger
Severity: Minor
Dalteparin and Ginger: minor interaction.
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Summary
Ginger has reported mild antiplatelet activity, and taken in supplement amounts it may add to the bleeding tendency of low-molecular-weight heparin. Clinical evidence is limited and mostly theoretical, but bleeding events such as bruising are possible.
What this interaction means in plain words
Dalteparin and Ginger have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Dalteparin belongs to Cardiovascular; Ginger belongs to Gastrointestinal Tract.
Why it happens
Possible additive effect on hemostasis through inhibition of platelet thromboxane synthesis by ginger combined with factor Xa inhibition by dalteparin.
What to do
Ask patients to avoid concentrated ginger supplements while on dalteparin; dietary amounts are acceptable. Monitor for bruising or bleeding if supplements are 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 Dalteparin
- Dalteparin + Defibrotide Contraindicated
- Dalteparin + Ketorolac Contraindicated
- Dalteparin + Mifepristone Contraindicated
- Abciximab + Dalteparin Major
- Acalabrutinib + Dalteparin Major
- Aceclofenac + Dalteparin Major
Other interactions of Ginger
- Aceclofenac + Ginger Moderate
- Acemetacin + Ginger Moderate
- Aescin + Ginger Moderate
- Aspirin / citric acid / sodium bicarbonate + Ginger Moderate
- Aspirin rectal + Ginger Moderate
- Aspirin + Ginger Moderate
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Dalteparin with Ginger?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Dalteparin and Ginger have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Ginger has reported mild antiplatelet activity, and taken in supplement amounts it may add to the bleeding tendency of low-molecular-weight heparin. Clinical evidence is limited and mostly theoretical, but bleeding events such as bruising are possible.
How serious is the interaction between Dalteparin and Ginger?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Ask patients to avoid concentrated ginger supplements while on dalteparin; dietary amounts are acceptable. Monitor for bruising or bleeding if supplements are used.
What other medicines interact with Dalteparin?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Dalteparin with, for example, Defibrotide, Ketorolac, Mifepristone. The full list is on the Dalteparin page.
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