Holy Basil - Velban (Vinblastine) Interaction
Herbal: Holy Basil
Also Known As: Ocimum tenuiflorum, Ocimum sanctum
Drug: Vinblastine
Brand names:
Velban
Medical Content Editor Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
Last updated
Jun 23, 2024
Interaction Details
There were no interactions found between Vinblastine and Holy Basil. 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.
Pharmacist Analysis
While holy basil is generally considered a safe supplement with many different medications, and there is no known interaction in this case, it is important to be aware of some of its potential interactions.
Blood Thinning Drugs
- Holy Basil may have mild blood-thinning properties.
- Combining Holy Basil with medications like Warfarin, aspirin, or other anticoagulants/antiplatelet drugs could increase the risk of bleeding.
Blood Pressure Medications
- Holy Basil may have mild hypotensive (blood pressure-lowering) effects.
- Combining Holy Basil with medications used to treat high blood pressure, such as ACE inhibitors or beta-blockers, could potentially enhance the blood pressure-lowering effects.
Diabetes Medications
- Holy Basil may have a hypoglycemic (blood sugar-lowering) effect.
- Combining Holy Basil with diabetes medications like insulin or oral hypoglycemic drugs could potentially enhance the blood sugar-lowering effects.
Sedatives
- Holy Basil has calming properties and may enhance the effects of sedatives or anxiety medications.
- Combining Holy Basil with medications like benzodiazepines or sleep aids could potentially increase drowsiness or sedation.
Always talk to your healthcare provider or pharmacist before starting any new herbal supplement, including Holy Basil. They can provide personalized advice based on your specific medical history, medications, and overall health condition to ensure your safety and well-being.
- Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmDHoly Basil Overview
Vinblastine Overview
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Vinblastine is used in combination with other chemotherapy drugs to treat Hodgkin's lymphoma (Hodgkin's disease) and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (types of cancer that begin in a type of white blood cell that normally fights infection), and cancer of the testicles. It is also used to treat Langerhans cell histiocytosis (histiocytosis X; Letterer-Siwe disease; a condition in which too many of a certain type of white blood cell grows in parts of the body). It may also be used to treat breast cancer that has not improved after treatment with other medications and gestational trophoblastic tumors (a type of tumor that forms inside a woman's uterus while she is pregnant) that has not improved after surgery or treatment with other medications. Vinblastine is in a class of medications called vinca alkaloids. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells in your body.
Holy Basil - More Interactions
Holy Basil interacts with 208 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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