Drug interactions
Fondaparinux + Ginger
Severity: Minor
Fondaparinux and Ginger: minor interaction.
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Summary
Ginger has reported mild antiplatelet activity and in supplement doses could add to the bleeding tendency of fondaparinux. Evidence is mostly theoretical.
What this interaction means in plain words
Fondaparinux 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.
Fondaparinux belongs to Cardiovascular; Ginger belongs to Gastrointestinal Tract.
Why it happens
Possible additive effect on hemostasis through inhibition of platelet thromboxane synthesis plus factor Xa inhibition.
What to do
Advise avoiding concentrated ginger supplements; normal dietary amounts are acceptable. Monitor for 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 Fondaparinux
- Defibrotide + Fondaparinux Contraindicated
- Fondaparinux + Ketorolac Contraindicated
- Abciximab + Fondaparinux Major
- Aceclofenac + Fondaparinux Major
- Acetylsalicylic acid + Fondaparinux Major
- Alteplase + Fondaparinux 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 Fondaparinux with Ginger?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Fondaparinux 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 in supplement doses could add to the bleeding tendency of fondaparinux. Evidence is mostly theoretical.
How serious is the interaction between Fondaparinux 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: Advise avoiding concentrated ginger supplements; normal dietary amounts are acceptable. Monitor for bleeding if supplements are used.
What other medicines interact with Fondaparinux?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Fondaparinux with, for example, Defibrotide, Ketorolac, Abciximab. The full list is on the Fondaparinux page.
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