Panax Notoginseng - Venclexta (Venetoclax) Interaction
Herbal: Panax Notoginseng
Also Known As: Panax notoginseng, Field Seven, Noto-Gin, Notoginseng, Samch'il, Sanchitongtshu, San Qi, San Qui, Sanchi, Sanchi Ginseng, Sanqi, Sanqi Powder, Sanshichi, Three Seven, Tian Qi, Tian San Qi, Tienchi, Tienchi Ginseng
Drug: Venetoclax
Brand names:
Venclexta
Medical Content Editor Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
Last updated
May 26, 2024
Interaction Details
There were no interactions found between Venetoclax and Panax Notoginseng. 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.
Panax Notoginseng Overview
Panax notoginseng, also known as sanqi or tienchi ginseng, is a herb that is native to China, Vietnam, and Thailand. It is a member of the Panax genus, which also includes other well-known herbs such as ginseng and red ginseng.
Panax notoginseng has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of conditions and is believed to have anti-inflammatory as well as blood-stopping properties, It is most often used to treat internal and external bleeding, including nosebleeds, menstrual cramps, and blood in the urine. It is also used to treat hypertension, angina, and heart disease.
Although most parts of Panax notoginseng plant can be used commercially, the root is most commonly used in dietary supplements.
Venetoclax Overview
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Venetoclax is used alone or in combination with obinutuzumab (Gazyva) or rituximab (Rituxan) to treat certain types of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL; a type of cancer that begins in the white blood cells) or certain types of small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL; a type of cancer that begins mostly in the lymph nodes). It is also used in combination with either azacitidine (Vidaza), decitabine (Dacogen), or cytarabine as a first treatment for acute myeloid leukemia (AML; a type of cancer that begins in the white blood cells) in people 75 years of age or older, or in adults who have medical conditions that prevents them from being treated with other chemotherapy medications. Venetoclax is in a class of medications called B-cell lymphoma-2 (BCL-2) inhibitors. It works by blocking the action of a certain protein in the body that helps cancer cells survive. This helps to kill cancer cells.
Panax Notoginseng - More Interactions
Panax Notoginseng interacts with 205 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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