Cajeput Oil - Moujaro (Tirzepatide) Interaction
Herbal: Cajeput Oil
Also Known As: Melaleuca leucadendra, Aceite de Cajeput, Cajeputi Aetheroleum, Cajeputier, Essence de Caia-Pouti, Essence de Cajeput, Huile de Cajeput, Huile de Cajoupouli, Kajuput, Kayaputi, Melaleuca Leucodendron, Paperbark Tree Oil, Punk Tree
Drug: Tirzepatide
Brand names:
Moujaro
Medical Content Editor Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
Last updated
Jul 22, 2023
Interaction Details
Tirzepatide is classified as belonging to the following category: Antidiabetes Drugs
Animal studies suggest that cajeput oil might have hypoglycemic effects. Theoretically, taking cajeput oil with antidiabetes drugs could increase the risk for additive hypoglycemia. Monitor blood glucose levels closely. Some antidiabetes drugs include glimepiride (Amaryl), glyburide (DiaBeta, Glynase PresTab, Micronase), insulin, 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
- Moharram, F. A., Marzouk, M. S., El Toumy, S. A., Ahmed, A. A., and Aboutabl, E. A. Polyphenols of Melaleuca quinquenervia leaves--pharmacological studies of grandinin. Phytother Res 2003;17(7):767-773.
Cajeput Oil Overview
Cajeput oil is an essential oil that is extracted from the leaves, twigs, and branches of the cajeput tree (Melaleuca cajuputi), which is native to Southeast Asia. It has a strong, camphor-like scent and is often used in aromatherapy and natural remedies for a variety of ailments.
Cajeput oil is purported to have antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and pain-relieving properties, and is used to treat a variety of conditions, including respiratory infections, muscle and joint pain, and skin irritation. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to treat lice and other parasites.
Cajeput Oil - More Interactions
Cajeput Oil interacts with 273 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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