Arrowroot - Velban (Vinblastine) Interaction
Herbal: Arrowroot
Also Known As: Maranta arundinacea, Arrow-Root, Arrurruz, Dictame, Herbe aux Flèches, Maranta, Marante
Drug: Vinblastine
Brand names:
Velban
Medical Content Editor Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
Last updated
Apr 13, 2024
Interaction Details
There were no interactions found between Vinblastine and Arrowroot. 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.
Arrowroot Overview
Arrowroot is a starch that is extracted from the roots of several different plants, including Maranta arundinacea, which is native to South America. It is often used as a thickening agent in cooking as well as in the production of certain types of food and cosmetics.
Arrowroot is relatively easy to digest and is considered to be a good source of nutrients, including B vitamins, potassium, and calcium. In traditional medicine, it is most often used for helping treat the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), diarrhea, and other gastrointestinal disorders.
Vinblastine Overview
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Vinblastine is used in combination with other chemotherapy drugs to treat Hodgkin's lymphoma (Hodgkin's disease) and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (types of cancer that begin in a type of white blood cell that normally fights infection), and cancer of the testicles. It is also used to treat Langerhans cell histiocytosis (histiocytosis X; Letterer-Siwe disease; a condition in which too many of a certain type of white blood cell grows in parts of the body). It may also be used to treat breast cancer that has not improved after treatment with other medications and gestational trophoblastic tumors (a type of tumor that forms inside a woman's uterus while she is pregnant) that has not improved after surgery or treatment with other medications. Vinblastine is in a class of medications called vinca alkaloids. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells in your body.
Arrowroot - More Interactions
Arrowroot interacts with 0 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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