Humann Superbeets Heart Chews - Edecrin (Ethacrynic Acid) Interaction

Interaction Details

Ethacrynic Acid is classified as belonging to the following category: Antihypertensive Drugs

Each serving of HumanN SuperBeets includes 500mg of beetroot powder (2 chews). Beetroot is rich in nitrates, which have the potential to widen blood vessels (vasodilation) and, in turn, possibly lower blood pressure. While there is a theoretical concern about the nitrate content in beets causing a blood pressure drop, research consistently indicates that any impact is generally minor and short-lived. However, it's crucial to be aware that blood pressure medications alone can cause dizziness and lightheadedness. Combining them with beet supplements might heighten the risk of experiencing these side effects due to the temporary vasodilation caused by the nitrates in beet.

Interaction Rating

Likelihood of Occurrence

Interaction 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

Pharmacist Analysis

As stated in the interaction detail section above, the blood pressure-lowering effects of the nitrates found in beet supplements tend to only be temporary.

However, I would still counsel individuals who are taking blood pressure medications to be cautious if they are considering taking a beet supplement.

Blood pressure medications can cause individuals to feel lightheaded and dizzy. These effects could be more pronounced when combined with a beet supplement, which could increase the risk of falls.

References

• All-natural nitrite and nitrate containing dietary supplement promotes nitric oxide production and reduces triglycerides in humans. PubMed
• Acute ingestion of beetroot bread increases endothelium-independent vasodilation and lowers diastolic blood pressure in healthy men: a randomized controlled trial.PubMed
• The effect of beetroot inorganic nitrate supplementation on cardiovascular risk factors: A systematic review and meta-regression of randomized controlled trials. PubMed

Ethacrynic Acid Overview

• Ethacrynic acid is used to treat edema (fluid retention; excess fluid held in body tissues) in adults and children caused by medical problems such as cancer, heart, kidney, or liver disease. Ethacrynic acid is in a class of medications called diuretics ('water pills'). It works by causing the kidneys to get rid of unneeded water and salt from the body into the urine.

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