Drug interactions
Doxylamine + Sage
Severity: Minor
Doxylamine and Sage: minor interaction.
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Summary
Some sage preparations are traditionally reported to be mildly sedating and may add to the drowsiness caused by doxylamine. The significance is uncertain and mostly theoretical.
What this interaction means in plain words
Doxylamine and Sage 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 CNS depression; mechanism for sage is not firmly established.
What to do
Advise patients using concentrated sage products to monitor for excess sedation and avoid driving if drowsy.
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 Doxylamine with Sage?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Doxylamine and Sage have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Some sage preparations are traditionally reported to be mildly sedating and may add to the drowsiness caused by doxylamine. The significance is uncertain and mostly theoretical.
How serious is the interaction between Doxylamine and Sage?
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 using concentrated sage products to monitor for excess sedation and avoid driving if drowsy.
What other medicines interact with Doxylamine?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Doxylamine with, for example, Belladonna and opium, Benzhydrocodone / acetaminophen, Brexanolone. The full list is on the Doxylamine page.
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