Mountain Ash - Unisom (Doxylamine Succinate) Interaction
Herbal: Mountain Ash
Also Known As: Sorbus aucuparia, Arbre aux Grives, Corbier d'Europe, Eberesche, Ebereschenbeeren, European Mountain-Ash, Quickbeam, Rowan, Rowan Tree, Serbal de los Cazadores, Sorb Apple, Sorbi Acupariae Fructus, Sorbier d'Europe, Sorbier des Oiseaux, Sorbier des Oiseleurs
Drug: Doxylamine Succinate
Brand names:
Unisom
Medical Content Editor Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
Last updated
Apr 13, 2024
Interaction Details
There were no interactions found between Doxylamine Succinate and Mountain Ash. 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.
Mountain Ash Overview
Mountain ash is a tree that belongs to the genus Sorbus. There are several different types of Mountain ash, including Sorbus aucuparia and Sorbus americana. They are native to the northern hemisphere and are known for their clusters of small, white, or pink flowers, as well as their bright red, orange, or yellow fruit.
While mountain ash fruit is edible and is often used to make jams and other foods, some species of mountain ash, particularly the American mountain ash (Sorbus americana), contain hydrogen cyanide, which can be poisonous when ingested in large amounts. Additionally, mountain ash contains parasorbic acid, which can also cause harm, but cooking the fruit can change parasorbic acid into sorbic acid, which is thought to be harmless.
Doxylamine Succinate Overview
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Diphenhydramine is used to relieve red, irritated, itchy, watery eyes; sneezing; and runny nose caused by hay fever, allergies, or the common cold. Diphenhydramine is also used to relieve cough caused by minor throat or airway irritation. Diphenhydramine is also used to prevent and treat motion sickness, and to treat insomnia (difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep). Diphenhydramine is also used to control abnormal movements in people who have early stage parkinsonian syndrome (a disorder of the nervous system that causes difficulties with movement, muscle control, and balance) or who are experiencing movement problems as a side effect of a medication.
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Diphenhydramine will relieve the symptoms of these conditions but will not treat the cause of the symptoms or speed recovery. Diphenhydramine should not be used to cause sleepiness in children. Diphenhydramine is in a class of medications called antihistamines. It works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms.
Mountain Ash - More Interactions
Mountain Ash interacts with 350 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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