Rooibos - Uniretic (Hydrochlorothiazide, Moexipril) Interaction
Herbal: Rooibos
Also Known As: Aspalathus linearis, Green Red Bush, Infusion Rooibos, Kaffree Tea, Red Bush, Red Bush Tea, Rooibos Rouge, Rooibos Tea, Té Rojo, Té Rojo Rooibos, Thé Rooibos, Thé Rouge
Drug: Hydrochlorothiazide, Moexipril
Brand names:
Uniretic
Medical Content Editor Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
Last updated
Jul 22, 2023
Interaction Details
Hydrochlorothiazide, Moexipril is classified as belonging to the following category: Ace Inhibitors (Aceis)
Rooibos seems to have angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibiting activity and might increase the effects and side effects of ACE inhibitors. Clinical research in healthy volunteers shows that a single dose of rooibos 400 mL inhibits ACE activity in these patients.
The ACE inhibitors include benazepril (Lotensin), captopril (Capoten), enalapril (Vasotec), lisinopril (Prinivil), quinapril (Accupril), ramipril (Altace), and others.
Interaction Rating
Likelihood of Occurrence
PossibleInteraction 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
References
- Persson IA, Persson K, Hägg S, Andersson RG. Effects of green tea, black tea and Rooibos tea on angiotensin-converting enzyme and nitric oxide in healthy volunteers. Public Health Nutr. 2010;13(5):730-7.
Rooibos Overview
Rooibos - More Interactions
Rooibos interacts with 834 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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