Interaction Details

Abrocitinib is classified as belonging to the following category: Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Chinese prickly ash might inhibit platelet aggregation. Theoretically, combining Chinese prickly ash with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs might increase the risk of bleeding; avoid concomitant use. Some of these drugs include aspirin, clopidogrel (Plavix), dalteparin (Fragmin), enoxaparin (Lovenox), heparin, ticlopidine (Ticlid), warfarin (Coumadin), and others.

Interaction Rating

Moderate

Likelihood of Occurrence

Unlikely

Interaction has been demonstrated in animal or in lab research but has been shown not to occur in humans.

References

  • Yang YP, Cheng MJ, Teng CM, et al. Chemical and anti-platelet constituents from Formosan Zanthoxylum simulans. Phytochemistry 2002;61:567-72..

Abrocitinib Overview

  • Abrocitinib is used to treat moderate to severe eczema (atopic dermatitis; a skin disease that causes the skin to be dry and itchy and to sometimes develop red, scaly rashes) in adults and children 12 years of age and older who cannot use other medications for their condition or whose eczema has not responded to other medications. Abrocitinib is in a class of medications called Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors. It works by decreasing the activity of the immune system.

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Chinese Prickly Ash - More Interactions

Chinese Prickly Ash interacts with 118 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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