American Hellebore - Dilaudid (Hydromorphone) Interaction
Herbal: American Hellebore
Also Known As: Veratrum viride, American Veratrum, American White Hellebore, Bugbane, Devil's Bite, Earth Gall, False Hellebore, Green Hellebore, Green Veratrum, Indian Poke, Itchweed, Tickleweed, Varaire Vert, Veratro Verde
Drug: Hydromorphone
Brand names:
Dilaudid, Hydromorph Contin, Palladone
Medical Content Editor Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
Last updated
Apr 13, 2024
Interaction Details
There were no interactions found between Hydromorphone and American Hellebore. This does not mean the potential for an interaction does not exist, however. There is often a lack of studies and data surrounding traditional medicine, especially concerning drug interactions, so it is important to always consult your provider before making any changes to your medication regimen.
American Hellebore Overview
Veratrum viride, commonly known as green false hellebore and American hellebore, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. The applicable part of this plant for medicinal purposes is the rhizome and root. It contains toxic alkaloids, including veratrine, which can cause severe poisoning if ingested. The toxins are thought to be able to be absorbed through unbroken skin as well. Isolated alkaloids in Veratrum viride include O-acetyljervine, cevadine, cryptenamine, cyclopamine (11-deoxojervine), cycloposine, germitrine, germidine, jervine, muldamine, protoveratrine (A&B), veratramine, veratridine, and veriloid. Despite its toxicity, Veratrum viride has been used in traditional medicine for its potential medicinal properties, although these uses are not supported by scientific evidence. Commercial dietary supplement products containing American hellebore are typically homeopathic.
Hydromorphone Overview
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Hydromorphone is used to relieve pain. Hydromorphone extended-release tablets are used to relieve severe pain in people who are expected to need pain medication around the clock for a long time and who cannot be treated with other medications. Hydromorphone extended-release tablets should only be used to treat people who are tolerant (used to the effects of the medication) to opioid medications because they have taken this type of medication for at least one week and should not be used to treat mild or moderate pain, short-term pain, pain after an operation or medical or dental procedure, or pain that can be controlled by medication that is taken as needed. Hydromorphone is in a class of medications called opiate (narcotic) analgesics. It works by changing the way the brain and nervous system respond to pain.
American Hellebore - More Interactions
American Hellebore interacts with 320 drugs
Interaction Rating Key
These severity listings are for informational use only. Never start, stop or otherwise change your therapy before speaking with your provider.
| Major | The combined use of these agents is strongly discouraged as serious side effects or other negative outcomes could occur. |
| Moderate | Use cautiously under the care of a healthcare professional or avoid this combination. A significant interaction or negative outcome could occur. |
| Minor | Be aware that there is a chance of an interaction. Watch for warning signs of a potential interaction. |
| Unknown | No interactions have been reported or no interaction data is currently available. |
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