Interaction Details

There were no interactions found between Crofelemer and Cashew. 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.


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Cashew Overview

Cashew Cashews are a type of tree nut native to Central and South America. Cashew nuts are commonly eaten as food and are a good source of nutrients, including protein, fiber, and a variety of vitamins and minerals. They are particularly rich in antioxidants. Some research suggests that consuming nuts like cashews may help to reduce the risk of heart disease, but unlike many tree nuts, cashews have a high amount of a type of saturated fat, known as stearic acid. Due to this, cashew products are not approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) to make the health claim that they can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
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Crofelemer Overview

  • Crofelemer is used to control some types of diarrhea in patients with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection who are being treated with certain medications. Crofelemer is in a class of medications called botanicals. It works by decreasing the amount of fluid that flows into the bowel that can cause diarrhea.

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Cashew - More Interactions

Cashew interacts with 84 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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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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