Drug interactions
Labetalol + Reishi
Severity: Minor
Labetalol 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 mushroom may have blood pressure lowering effects, so it could in theory add to the effect of labetalol. Evidence in humans is limited and the effect is probably small.
What this interaction means in plain words
Labetalol 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 hypotensive effect; mechanism not clearly established.
What to do
Monitor blood pressure if the patient takes reishi regularly and adjust labetalol if hypotension develops.
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 Labetalol
- Amifostine + Labetalol Major
- Amiodarone + Labetalol Major
- Atenolol-chlorthalidone + Labetalol Major
- Atenolol + Labetalol Major
- Betaxolol + Labetalol Major
- Bisoprolol + Labetalol Major
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Labetalol with Reishi?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Labetalol 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 mushroom may have blood pressure lowering effects, so it could in theory add to the effect of labetalol. Evidence in humans is limited and the effect is probably small.
How serious is the interaction between Labetalol 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: Monitor blood pressure if the patient takes reishi regularly and adjust labetalol if hypotension develops.
What other medicines interact with Labetalol?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Labetalol with, for example, Amifostine, Amiodarone, Atenolol-chlorthalidone. The full list is on the Labetalol page.
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