Drug interactions
Fenoprofen + Reishi
Severity: Minor
Fenoprofen and Reishi: minor interaction.
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For healthcare professionals — reference only. This page is a brief summary, not medical advice and not a substitute for official labeling or clinical judgement. Always verify before prescribing or dispensing.
Summary
Reishi has reported antiplatelet activity in laboratory and limited human data. With an NSAID, bleeding risk could theoretically be increased.
What this interaction means in plain words
Fenoprofen and Reishi 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 additive antiplatelet effect.
What to do
Advise patients to report bruising or bleeding and consider avoiding reishi during NSAID therapy.
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 Fenoprofen
- Fenoprofen + Ketorolac Contraindicated
- Fenoprofen + Ketorolac intranasal Contraindicated
- Aceclofenac + Fenoprofen Major
- Acemetacin + Fenoprofen Major
- Acetylsalicylic acid + Fenoprofen Major
- Alteplase + Fenoprofen Major
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Fenoprofen with Reishi?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Fenoprofen and Reishi have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Reishi has reported antiplatelet activity in laboratory and limited human data. With an NSAID, bleeding risk could theoretically be increased.
How serious is the interaction between Fenoprofen and Reishi?
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 report bruising or bleeding and consider avoiding reishi during NSAID therapy.
What other medicines interact with Fenoprofen?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Fenoprofen with, for example, Ketorolac, Ketorolac intranasal, Aceclofenac. The full list is on the Fenoprofen page.
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