Danshen - Talazoparib Interaction
Herbal: Danshen
Also Known As: Salvia bowleyana, Ch'ih Shen, Chinese Red Sage, Chinese Sage, Chinese Salvia, Dan Shen, Dan-Shen, Huang Ken, Racine de Salvia, Red Root Sage, Red Rooted Sage, Red Sage, Salvia Przewalskii Mandarinorum, Salvia Root, Shu-Wei Ts'ao, Tan Seng, Tan-Shen, Tzu Tan-Ken
Drug: Talazoparib
Brand names:
Talzenna
Medical Content Editor Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
Last updated
Jul 22, 2023
Interaction Details
Talazoparib is classified as belonging to the following category: P-Glycoprotein Substrates
Danshen might alter the levels of drugs cleared by p-glycoprotein.
Pharmacokinetic research in healthy volunteers suggests that danshen might affect p-glycoprotein activity. Taking danshen extract 1 gram three times daily for 10 days prior to receiving fexofenadine 60 mg increases peak levels of fexofenadine, a p-glycoprotein substrate, by 27.4% and area under the curve (AUC) by 37.2%.
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
- Qiu F, Zeng J, Liu S, He M, Zhu L, Ye Y, Miao P, Shen S, Jiang J. Effects of danshen ethanol extract on the pharmacokinetics of fexofenadine in healthy volunteers. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2014;2014:473213.
Danshen Overview
Danshen, also known as Salvia miltiorrhiza, is a herb native to China and other parts of Asia. It is a member of the mint family and has been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine based on its purported anti-inflammatory and blood-thinning properties. It has historically been used to treat cardiovascular diseases, such as angina, and improve circulation. It has also been used to treat anxiety and stress, as it is thought to have calming and relaxing effects. The root of Danshen is what is utilized in dietary supplements.
Talazoparib Overview
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Talazoparib is used to treat certain types of breast cancer that has spread within the breast or to other areas of the body. Talazoparib is in a class of medications called poly (ADP-ribose) polymerase (PARP) inhibitors. It works by stopping or slowing the growth of cancer cells.
Danshen - More Interactions
Danshen interacts with 1011 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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