Cashew - Lynparza (Olaparib) Interaction
Herbal: Cashew
Also Known As: Anacardium occidentale, Acajou oil, Anacarde, Anacardier, Anacardo, Cajou, Cajuil, Cashew Oil, East Indian Almond, Kaju, Marañon, Noix d'Anacarde, Noix-Cajou, Noix de Cajou, Oleum Anacardiae, Pomme-Cajou
Drug: Olaparib
Brand names:
Lynparza
Medical Content Editor Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
Last updated
May 26, 2024
Interaction Details
There were no interactions found between Olaparib 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.
Cashew Overview
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.
Olaparib Overview
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Olaparib is used alone or in combination with bevacizumab (Avastin) to help maintain the response of certain types of ovarian (female reproductive organs where eggs are formed), fallopian tube (tube that transports eggs released by the ovaries to the uterus), and peritoneal (layer of tissue that lines the abdomen) cancer in people who have completely responded or partially responded to their first or later chemotherapy treatments. Olaparib is also used to treat certain types of breast cancer that has spread to other parts of the body and has not improved or has worsened after treatment with other therapies. It is also used to treat certain types of early breast cancer in people who have already been treated with other chemotherapy treatments. Olaparib is also used to treat a certain type of prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body, no longer responds to medical or surgical treatments to lower testosterone levels, and has progressed after treatment with enzalutamide (Xtandi) or abiraterone (Yonsa, Zytiga). Olaparib is also used to treat ovarian cancer that has not improved or has worsened after treatment with at least three other therapies. Olaparib is also used to help maintain the response of a certain type of pancreatic cancer that has not spread or progressed after the first chemotherapy treatment. Olaparib is a polyadenosine 5'-diphosphoribose polymerase (PARP) enzyme inhibitor. It works by killing cancer cells.
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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