Drug interactions
Nabilone + Sage
Severity: Minor
Nabilone and Sage: minor interaction.
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Summary
Nabilone commonly causes sedation and dizziness. Sage has been reported to have mild sedative properties in some preparations, so additive drowsiness is theoretically possible. Clinical significance is likely limited.
What this interaction means in plain words
Nabilone 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
Theoretical additive CNS depressant effect; the mechanism for sage is not established.
What to do
Warn the patient about possible additive drowsiness and to avoid driving until the response is known. Stop the herbal product if excess sedation 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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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Nabilone with Sage?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Nabilone 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. Nabilone commonly causes sedation and dizziness. Sage has been reported to have mild sedative properties in some preparations, so additive drowsiness is theoretically possible. Clinical significance is likely limited.
How serious is the interaction between Nabilone 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: Warn the patient about possible additive drowsiness and to avoid driving until the response is known. Stop the herbal product if excess sedation develops.
What other medicines interact with Nabilone?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Nabilone with, for example, Alfentanil, Amobarbital, Belladonna and opium. The full list is on the Nabilone page.
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