Drug interactions
Devil's claw + Enoxaparin
Severity: Minor
Devil's claw and Enoxaparin: minor interaction.
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Summary
Devil's claw has been reported to have antiplatelet effects and has been associated with bleeding in isolated reports. Concurrent use with enoxaparin could theoretically raise bleeding risk.
What this interaction means in plain words
Devil's claw and Enoxaparin 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 antiplatelet effect; mechanism is not well established.
What to do
Advise patients to avoid the herb during enoxaparin therapy. Monitor for bruising or bleeding if 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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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Devil's claw with Enoxaparin?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Devil's claw and Enoxaparin have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Devil's claw has been reported to have antiplatelet effects and has been associated with bleeding in isolated reports. Concurrent use with enoxaparin could theoretically raise bleeding risk.
How serious is the interaction between Devil's claw and Enoxaparin?
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 avoid the herb during enoxaparin therapy. Monitor for bruising or bleeding if used.
What other medicines interact with Enoxaparin?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Enoxaparin with, for example, Defibrotide, Ketorolac, Mifepristone. The full list is on the Enoxaparin page.
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