Asafoetida - Aleve PM (Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride, Naproxen Sodium) Interaction
Herbal: Asafoetida
Also Known As: Ferula assa-foetida, A Wei, Asafétida, Ase Fétide, Assant, Crotte du Diable, Devil's Dung, Ferula Asafoetida, Ferula Assa Foetida, Férule, Férule Persique, Food of the Gods, Fum, Giant Fennel, Heeng, Hing
Drug: Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride, Naproxen Sodium
Brand names:
Aleve PM
Medical Content Editor Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
Last updated
Jul 22, 2023
Interaction Details
Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride, Naproxen Sodium is classified as belonging to the following category: Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, asafoetida might increase the risk of bleeding when used concomitantly with anticoagulant/antiplatelet drugs. Some anticoagulant/antiplatelet drugs include aspirin, clopidogrel (Plavix), diclofenac (Voltaren, Cataflam, others), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, others), naproxen (Anaprox, Naprosyn, others), dalteparin (Fragmin), enoxaparin (Lovenox), heparin, warfarin (Coumadin), and others.
Interaction Rating
Likelihood of Occurrence
PossibleInteraction has been documented in animal or in lab research, or the interaction has been documented in humans but is limited to case reports or conflicting clinical research exists
References
- Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
Asafoetida Overview
Asafoetida is a plant that is native to the Middle East. It is commonly used as a spice in Indian cooking and has a strong, pungent smell and bitter taste. It is also used in Ayurvedic medicine to treat respiratory and digestive issues. Asafoetida, medicinally, is often utilized as a resin, with high alcoholic or dry powdered extracts being used.
Asafoetida - More Interactions
Asafoetida interacts with 283 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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