Lemon Verbena - Pravachol (Pravastatin Sodium) Interaction
Herbal: Lemon Verbena
Also Known As: Herb Louisa, Hierba Luisa, Lemon-Scented Verbena, Louisa, Verbena Citrodora, Verveine Citronnée, Verveine Citronnelle, Verveine des Indes, Verveine Odorante, Aloysia citrodora
Drug: Pravastatin Sodium
Brand names:
Pravachol
Medical Content Editor Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
Last updated
Apr 13, 2024
Interaction Details
There were no interactions found between Pravastatin Sodium and Lemon Verbena. 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.
Lemon Verbena Overview
Lemon verbena is a small flowering shrub native to South America. Widely used in teas, beverages, foods, and perfumes, it has a history of traditional medicinal use for gastrointestinal, venous, and neurological conditions. Its leaf and flowering tops are most utilized, with water-based extracts rich in polyphenols like flavone diglucuronides and verbascoside. The essential oil contains caryophyllene, limonene, and linalool, and may possess antimicrobial properties. Lemon verbena leaf extracts are often standardized for polyphenol content, with specific products containing 18% polyphenols or 9% verbascoside and isoacteoside. Lemon verbena has a lemony fragrance and flavor but is not botanically related to lemons.
Research suggests that verbascoside, found in lemon verbena, has anti-inflammatory effects, potentially impacting cytokine levels in multiple sclerosis. There's also interest in its anti-obesity effects, with studies showing potential appetite reduction and satiety promotion. Additionally, the plant's extracts may have antiparasitic effects against mites and ticks, and some studies indicate it could reduce muscle damage and oxidative stress related to exercise.
Pravastatin Sodium Overview
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Pravastatin is used together with diet, weight-loss, and exercise to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke and to decrease the chance that heart surgery will be needed in people who have heart disease or who are at risk of developing heart disease. Pravastatin is also used to reduce the amount of fatty substances such as low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol ('bad cholesterol') and triglycerides in the blood and to increase the amount of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol ('good cholesterol') in the blood. Pravastatin is in a class of medications called HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins). It works by slowing the production of cholesterol in the body to decrease the amount of cholesterol that may build up on the walls of the arteries and block blood flow to the heart, brain, and other parts of the body.
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Accumulation of cholesterol and fats along the walls of your arteries (a process known as atherosclerosis) decreases blood flow and, therefore, the oxygen supply to your heart, brain, and other parts of your body. Lowering your blood level of cholesterol and fats with pravastatin has been shown to prevent heart disease, angina (chest pain), strokes, and heart attacks.
Lemon Verbena - More Interactions
Lemon Verbena interacts with 22 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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