Ambrette Interactions Overview

Check For Interactions With Ambrette

Ambrette

Also known as
  • Abelmoschus moschatus
  • Abelmosco
  • Abelmosk
  • Ambretta
  • Egyptian Alcee
  • Gandapura
  • Hibisco
  • Kasturidana
  • Kasturilatika
  • Kasturi Bhendi
  • Latakasthuri
  • Latakasturi
  • Lata Kasturi
  • Lathakasthuri
  • Mushkdana
  • Muskadana
  • Muskmallow
  • Okra
Ambrette Ambrette is a perennial plant native to India, and is known for its fragrant, musky-scented seeds. The oil from ambrette seeds is used in perfumes and colognes, as well as to flavor food. It has a distinctive scent, described as a floral-musky aroma. Ambrette seeds have also been used to treat a variety of conditions in traditional medicine, including respiratory problems, digestive issues, and skin irritation.
There are 84 drugs known to interact with Ambrette

Additional Details

Is Ambrette Safe? Are There Any Warnings?

Ambrette is considered safe when consumed in amounts commonly found in food. It has received Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) status in the US. However, there is inadequate information available about the safety of ambrette when used in medicinal amounts, either orally or topically. It is recommended to avoid using ambrette during pregnancy, as there is insufficient reliable information. When used orally or topically, ambrette can pass into breast milk, but the effects are unknown.

How Is Ambrette Thought to Work? What is the Mechanism of Action?

Ambrette seeds contain various compounds that contribute to its effects. The volatile oil extracted from the seeds contains fatty acids, such as palmitic and myristic acids, which give ambrette its distinct musk-like odor. Ambrettolide and (Z)-5-tetradecen-14-olide are believed to be responsible for this characteristic fragrance.

Research suggests that myricetin, a constituent found in ambrette aerial parts, may have antidiabetic effects. It may improve insulin sensitivity, enhance glucose utilization, and lower plasma glucose levels.

Ambrette seed and leaf extracts have also shown antimicrobial activity. Ambrette seed extracts have been found to inhibit the growth of Bacillus subtilis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Staphylococcus aureus, while ambrette leaf extracts have shown antimicrobial activity against Bacillus subtilis, Candida albicans, Proteus vulgaris, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Staphylococcus aureus. Furthermore, ambrette seed and leaf extracts have demonstrated antioxidant properties. These extracts have been found to have antioxidant effects in vitro, with ambrette leaf extracts showing higher antioxidant capacity compared to seed extracts.

In vitro studies have also shown that ambrette seed and leaf extracts possess antiproliferative effects against colorectal adenocarcinoma and retinoblastoma human cell lines. It is important to note that more research is needed to fully understand the mechanism of action of ambrette and its potential therapeutic benefits.

Pharmacokinetics

There is limited available information regarding the pharmacokinetics of ambrette, and further research is needed to understand how it is absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and eliminated by the body.

Interaction Overview (See Below For Full List)

Ambrette may interact with antidiabetes drugs, as some animal studies suggest that it may enhance the blood glucose-lowering effects of these medications. It is recommended to closely monitor blood glucose levels when using ambrette concurrently with antidiabetes drugs.

Ambrette may also interact with other herbs and supplements that have hypoglycemic effects, potentially increasing the risk of low blood sugar. It is essential to exercise caution when combining ambrette with other products like bitter melon, ginger, goat's rue, fenugreek, kudzu, or willow bark.

Common Side Effects to Watch For

There is limited information available about the adverse effects of ambrette. Topically, it may cause contact dermatitis and photosensitivity. However, more research is needed to fully understand the potential side effects associated with the use of ambrette.

Are Supplements Standardized?

There is currently no sufficient information available about the standardization of ambrette supplements. It is always recommended to choose reputable brands and consult with a healthcare professional before using any herbal supplement.

Commercial Products That Contain Ambrette

Below is a list of known supplements that contain Ambrette:

Please note that this may not be a complete list of all commercially available dietary supplements that contain Ambrette.

Drugs that interact with Ambrette

Return to the main supplement interaction checker page

Parts of this content are provided by the Therapeutic Research Center, LLC.

DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

© 2021 Therapeutic Research Center, LLCs