Eucalyptus - Sprycel (Dasatinib) Interaction
Herbal: Eucalyptus
Also Known As: Eucalyptus globulus, Blue Gum, Blue Mallee, Blue Mallee Oil, Eucalipto, Eucalypti Folium, Eucalyptol, Eucalyptol Oil, Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Eucalyptus Oil, Fever Tree, Fieberbaumblatter, Gully Gum, Gum Tree, Huile Essentielle d'Eucalyptus, Huile d'Eucalyptol
Drug: Dasatinib
Brand names:
Sprycel
Medical Content Editor Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
Last updated
Jul 22, 2023
Interaction Details
Dasatinib is classified as belonging to the following category: Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, eucalyptus might increase the levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
In vitro research suggests that eucalyptus oil might inhibit CYP3A4, although this has not been reported in humans.
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
- Unger M, Frank A. Simultaneous determination of the inhibitory potency of herbal extracts on the activity of six major cytochrome P450 enzymes using liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry and automated online extraction. Rapid Commun Mass Spectrom 2004;1
Eucalyptus Overview
Eucalyptus is a plant that is native to Australia and a member of the Myrtaceae family. It is known for its distinctive, aromatic leaves, small flowers, and as the primary food of koala bears.
Eucalyptus has a long history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in Aboriginal and Western herbal medicine. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects and is used to treat a variety of conditions, including digestive problems, respiratory infections, and skin disorders.
Eucalyptus is also commonly used as a natural treatment for colds and flu due to its expectorant properties, which help to loosen and remove mucus from the respiratory tract. It is often a component of dietary supplements marketed toward improving breathing or respiration. It is also very commonly utilized in topical aromatherapy medicines, such as Vick's Vaporub (which contains eucalyptus oil).
Dasatinib Overview
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Dasatinib is used to treat a certain type of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML; a type of cancer of the white blood cells) as a first treatment and in adults who can no longer benefit from other leukemia medications including imatinib (Gleevec) or in those who cannot take these medications because of side effects. Dasatinib is also used to treat a certain type of chronic CML in children 1 year of age or older. Dasatinib is also used to treat a certain type of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL; a type of cancer of the white blood cells) in adults who can no longer benefit from other leukemia medications or who cannot take these medications because of side effects. It is also used in combination with chemotherapy medications to treat a certain type of ALL in children 1 year of age or older.Dasatinib is in a class of medications called kinase inhibitors. It works by blocking the action of an abnormal protein that signals cancer cells to multiply. This helps stop the spread of cancer cells.
Eucalyptus - More Interactions
Eucalyptus interacts with 832 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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