Goat's Rue - Vascepa (Icosapent Ethyl (prescription drug)) Interaction
Herbal: Goat's Rue
Also Known As: Galega officinalis
Drug: Icosapent Ethyl (prescription drug)
Brand names:
Vascepa
Medical Content Editor Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
Last updated
Jul 22, 2023
Interaction Details
Icosapent Ethyl (prescription drug) is classified as belonging to the following category: Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Laboratory research suggests that goat's rue extract can inhibit platelet aggregation. Theoretically, goat's rue might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs. Some anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs include aspirin, clopidogrel (Plavix), dalteparin (Fragmin), enoxaparin (Lovenox), heparin, ticlopidine (Ticlid), warfarin (Coumadin), and others.
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
- Atanasov AT. Effect of Galega officinalis L. extract on platelet aggregation in rats. J Herbs Spices Med Plants 1995;3:71-6.
- Atanasov, A. T. and Spasov, V. Inhibiting effect of desalted extract from Galega officinalis L. on platelet aggregation. Folia Med.(Plovdiv.) 1999;41(1):46-50.
- Atanasov, A. T. and Spasov, V. Inhibiting and disaggregating effect of gel-filtered Galega officinalis L. herbal extract on platelet aggregation. J.Ethnopharmacol. 2000;69(3):235-240.
- Atanasov, A. T. and Tchorbanov, B. Anti-platelet fraction from Galega officinalis L. inhibits platelet aggregation. J.Med.Food 2002;5(4):229-234.
- Atanasov, A. T. and Tchorbanov, B. J. Antiplatelet aggregation activity of a fraction isolated from Galega officinalis L. J Herbs Spices Medicinal Plant 2002;10(2):63-71.
Goat's Rue Overview
Goat's rue (Galega officinalis) is a plant often used as a dietary supplement. It has historically been recognized for its potential as a galactagogue, aiding in increasing milk production in nursing mothers. Additionally, it has garnered attention in the realm of diabetes management due to compounds like guanidine and galegine that may help regulate blood sugar levels and improve insulin sensitivity. As a dietary supplement, it's important to exercise caution and consult a healthcare professional, especially if you have underlying medical conditions or are taking medications.
Icosapent Ethyl (prescription drug) Overview
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Icosapent ethyl is used together with lifestyle changes (diet, weight loss, exercise) to reduce the amount of triglycerides (a fat-like substance) in the blood. It is also used along with cholesterol-lowering medications (statins) to decrease the risk of a heart attack, a stroke, or other heart problems that require hospitalization in certain adults with high triglyceride levels and heart disease or diabetes with 2 or more other heart disease risk factors. Icosapent ethyl is in a class of medications called antilipemic or lipid-regulating agents. Icosapent ethyl may work by decreasing the amount of triglycerides and other fats made in the liver.
Goat's Rue - More Interactions
Goat's Rue 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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