Drug & supplement interaction

Datura Wrightii + Meprobamate, Tridihexethyl

Meprobamate, Tridihexethyl brand name: Pathibamate.

Moderate Interaction
The bottom line Moderate

Datura Wrightii has a moderate interaction with Meprobamate, Tridihexethyl. Datura wrightii contains atropine and scopolamine, as well as other tropane alkaloids with anticholinergic activity.

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SeverityModerate
LikelihoodProbable
EvidenceD
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Datura Wrightii and Meprobamate, Tridihexethyl

Here is the interaction we found between these two, with the evidence behind it.

Moderate

ANTICHOLINERGIC DRUGS

Why this applies to Meprobamate, Tridihexethyl

Meprobamate, Tridihexethyl falls under ANTICHOLINERGIC DRUGS — the group Datura Wrightii interacts with.

Datura wrightii contains atropine and scopolamine, as well as other tropane alkaloids with anticholinergic activity. Concomitant use of Datura wrightii with anticholinergic drugs might increase anticholinergic effects and adverse effects. Some anticholinergic drugs include amantadine, atropine, belladonna alkaloids, phenothiazines, scopolamine, and tricyclic antidepressants.
Severity Moderate Likelihood Probable Evidence D

Interaction has not been documented in well-controlled studies, however, the interaction has been demonstrated in some small human studies or in controlled animal studies in conjunction with multiple case reports..

Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD, BCPS
Dr. Brian Staiger explains PharmD, Clinical Pharmacist

Here's the thing about your Pathibamate: the tridihexethyl part is itself an anticholinergic drug. That means it already works by blocking acetylcholine, which is the same exact system that Datura wrightii hits hard through its atropine and scopolamine. So you'd essentially be stacking two anticholinergic effects on top of each other.

When that happens, the usual side effects can pile up: a dry mouth, blurry vision, constipation, trouble urinating, a racing heartbeat, overheating because you can't sweat, and even confusion or hallucinations. On top of that, the meprobamate side adds sedation. This is based on how these compounds work rather than firm studies, but it's a real concern. Honestly, Datura wrightii isn't safe to take at all, so please talk with your pharmacist or doctor before combining anything.

References
  1. Adams, JD Jr, Garcia C. Spirit, Mind and Body in Chumash Healing. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med 2005;2(4):459-463. PubMed
  2. Evans WC, Woolley JG. The alkaloids of Datura meteloides D.C. J Chem Soc Perkin 1. 1965;4936-4939.

What These Ratings Mean

Every interaction above is graded three ways — here’s the key to each label.

Severity how clinically significant the interaction is
Major

Clinically significant. Avoid the combination, or use only under close professional supervision.

Moderate

Usually worth avoiding or managing — may need monitoring, a dose change, or timing apart.

Minor

Generally not serious. Be aware of it and mention it to your pharmacist.

Likelihood how strong the evidence is that the interaction actually happens in people
  • LikelyWell-controlled human studies have demonstrated the likely existence of this interaction.
  • ProbableInteraction has not been documented in well-controlled studies, however, the interaction has been demonstrated in some small human studies or in controlled animal studies in conjunction with multiple case reports.
  • 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.
  • UnlikelyInteraction has been demonstrated in animal or in lab research but has been shown not to occur in humans.
Evidence the quality of the studies behind the rating (graded A–D)
  • AHigh-quality meta-analysis (quantitative systematic review).
  • BCase-control study.
  • CConsensus.
  • DAnecdotal evidence.

These ratings are for information only. Never start, stop, or otherwise change your therapy before speaking with your provider.

Keep it in perspective

Datura Wrightii Also Interacts With Other Medications

Datura Wrightii has 225 moderate known drug interactions in our database — the Meprobamate, Tridihexethyl one above is one of them. If you take anything else, check it against the full list below.

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See Every Supplement That Interacts With Meprobamate, Tridihexethyl

This page covers Datura Wrightii only. If you take other supplements — a multivitamin, a sleep aid, something for joints — the Meprobamate, Tridihexethyl page lists 58 supplements it has a documented interaction with, worst first, each one explained.

The most serious there right now: Activated Charcoal (major), Henbane (major), Scopolia (major), Angel's Trumpet (moderate) and Bacopa (moderate).

By severity: 3 major · 43 moderate · 12 minor.

From our pharmacist’s overview on the Meprobamate, Tridihexethyl page

“Anyone taking Pathibamate, which combines meprobamate, a sedative, with tridihexethyl, an anticholinergic that dries secretions and slows the gut, should read this page carefully rather than skim it. Most entries stack extra anticholinergic load onto the drug, worsening dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation, and confusion, and two he…”

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How much people look this up

Where Datura Wrightii and Meprobamate, Tridihexethyl Sit Against Everything Else

Out of every supplement and medication people look up on HelloPharmacist, here is where these two land this week — and which way each has been moving.

Supplement Datura Wrightii
Steady interest

#962 of 1,452 supplements looked up here in the last 7 days

29 days ago today
Medication Meprobamate, Tridihexethyl
Steady interest

#1,619 of 2,830 medications looked up here in the last 7 days

29 days ago today

Position among everything looked up on this site, not a measure of how commonly either one is used or how important it is. A supplement can climb this list because of a news story. It counts every request to the page, automated ones included, and nothing here identifies anyone.

Supplement

About Datura Wrightii

What is Datura Wrightii?

  • Traditional ritual and ceremonial use
  • Pain relief (traditional/topical)
  • Asthma and breathing complaints (historical)
  • Hallucinogenic/psychoactive effects
  • Skin and wound applications (folk use)

Datura wrightii (sacred datura or jimsonweed relative) is a highly poisonous desert plant that has been used in some traditional and ceremonial settings. It is not a safe dietary supplement — even small amounts can cause severe poisoning, hallucinations, and death. We strongly advise against using it.

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Other Drugs & Datura Wrightii

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225 interactions

Showing 60 of 225 moderate interactions — see all 225 on the Datura Wrightii page.

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Sources & How We Checked

Interaction details are evidence-graded and sourced from the Natural Medicines database. The medication overview comes from MedlinePlus.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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Taking Datura Wrightii and Meprobamate, Tridihexethyl Together: Common Questions

Can you take Datura Wrightii with Meprobamate, Tridihexethyl?
There is a moderate interaction, so it may be acceptable with monitoring or timing changes — but check with your pharmacist first. Read the full details on this page and confirm with your pharmacist before combining them.
How serious is the Datura Wrightii and Meprobamate, Tridihexethyl interaction?
We rate it Moderate. This combination may require monitoring, a dose adjustment, or separating the times you take each one. Consult your pharmacist before using them together.

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