Pheasant's Eye Interactions Overview

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Pheasant's Eye

Also known as
  • Adonis vernalis
  • Adonide
  • Adonide Annuelle
  • Adonide Goutte de Sang
  • Adonide de Printemps
  • Adonis Herba
  • Adonis Vernal
  • Bird's Eye
  • Eléboro Falso
  • False Hellebore
  • Goutte de Sang
  • Ojo de Perdiz
  • Oxeye
  • Red Morocco
  • Rose-A-Rubie
  • Sweet Vernal
  • Yellow Pheasant's Eye
Adonis vernalis, commonly known as Pheasant's Eye, is a perennial flowering plant native to Europe and Asia. It is recognized for its striking bright yellow flowers with a dark central spot, blooming in early spring. However, despite its beauty, all parts of the plant contain toxic compounds, making it poisonous if ingested. In traditional medicine, Adonis vernalis has been used with caution for its potential cardiac effects due to its active constituents, though its use should be supervised by medical professionals.
There are 156 drugs known to interact with Pheasant's Eye

Additional Details

Is Pheasant's Eye Safe? Are There Any Warnings?

Taking pheasant's eye with certain medications and supplements can potentially increase the risk of cardiac glycoside toxicity. It is important to exercise caution and consult with a healthcare professional before using pheasant's eye.

How Does Pheasant's Eye Work? What Is the Mechanism of Action?

Pheasant's eye contains cardioactive glycosides, such as cymarin, adonitoxin, and vernadigin, which have cardiac stimulant effects similar to digoxin. These compounds exert positive inotropic effects by increasing the force of heart contractions and negative chronotropic effects by slowing down the heart rate. Additionally, pheasant's eye has a tonic effect on veins.

Pharmacokinetics

There is insufficient reliable information available about the pharmacokinetics of pheasant's eye. Further research is needed to understand how the compounds in pheasant's eye are absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and eliminated in the body.

Interaction Overview

Pheasant's eye may interact with certain medications and supplements. Combined use of pheasant's eye with quinine, stimulant laxatives, and tetracycline antibiotics can potentially increase the risk of cardiac glycoside toxicity. Additionally, certain supplements like calcium, cardiac glycoside-containing herbs, horsetail, licorice, and stimulant laxative herbs may also increase the risk of adverse effects when used with pheasant's eye.

Common Side Effects to Watch For

Possible side effects of pheasant's eye include cardiac rhythm disorders, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. It is important to monitor for any unusual symptoms and seek medical attention if needed, as these effects may be attributed to the cardiac glycosides present in pheasant's eye.

Are Supplements Standardized?

There is no available information about the standardization of pheasant's eye supplements. It is recommended to choose reputable brands and consult with a healthcare professional for guidance on dosage and quality control.

What Is Pheasant's Eye Typically Used For?

Pheasant's eye is primarily used for its cardiac stimulant effects. It is believed to support heart health by increasing the force of heart contractions and slowing down the heart rate. However, further research is needed to fully comprehend its potential therapeutic uses.

Drugs that interact with Pheasant's Eye

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