English Horsemint - Mustargen (Mechlorethamine) Interaction
Herbal: English Horsemint
Also Known As: Mentha longifolia, Menthe Sauvage, Menthe Sylvestre, Pudina, Wild Mint
Drug: Mechlorethamine
Brand names:
Mustargen
Medical Content Editor Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
Last updated
Apr 13, 2024
Interaction Details
There were no interactions found between Mechlorethamine and English Horsemint. 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.
English Horsemint Overview
English horsemint (Mentha longifolia) is a species of mint native to Europe and Asia. It is a perennial herb that grows to about 50-90 cm tall and has square stems with aromatic, dark green leaves and spikes of small, pink to purplish flowers.
English horsemint is commonly used for its aromatic and culinary properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to support digestive and respiratory health as well as for its purported antiseptic and analgesic properties.
It is important to note that Horsemint (Monarda punctata) and English horsemint are two different species of plants.
Mechlorethamine Overview
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Mechlorethamine is used to treat Hodgkin's lymphoma (Hodgkin's disease) and certain types of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (types of cancer that begin in a type of white blood cells that normally fights infection); mycosis fungoides (a type of cancer of the immune system that first appear as skin rashes); certain types of leukemia (cancer of the white blood cells), including chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML); and lung cancer. Mechlorethamine is also used to treat polycythemia vera (a disease in which too many red blood cells are made in the bone marrow). It is also used to treat malignant effusions (a condition when fluid collects in the lungs or around the heart) that are caused by cancerous tumors. Mechlorethamine is in a class of medications called alkylating agents. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells in your body.
English Horsemint - More Interactions
English Horsemint interacts with 0 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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