Dwarf Elder + Quinupristin, Dalfopristin
Quinupristin, Dalfopristin brand name: Synercid.
We found no known interaction between Dwarf Elder and Quinupristin, Dalfopristin in our sources. Absence of a documented interaction is not the same as proven safety, and does not guarantee one does not exist. Do not start, stop, or change a medication or supplement based on this page; confirm with your pharmacist or doctor first.
Dwarf Elder and Quinupristin, Dalfopristin
We checked these two against our interaction database. Here is what we found.
No Known Interaction Found
We did not find a documented interaction between Quinupristin, Dalfopristin and Dwarf Elder in our sources. This does not guarantee that the combination is completely free of risk — there is often limited research on supplements and herbal products, especially around drug interactions.
Worth understanding: our licensed dataset holds no drug-interaction record for Dwarf Elder at all — not against Quinupristin, Dalfopristin, and not against any other medication we track. This verdict therefore rests on the absence of any recorded data, not on research that looked at this combination and found nothing. We cannot rule an interaction out.
If you decide to take both, the practical routine is simple: add one new thing at a time and note the date you started it. If the combination is going to disagree with you, it usually shows in the first days to a couple of weeks — and a start date turns “I’ve been feeling off” into something a pharmacist can actually work with. Do not stop a prescribed medicine on your own.
Always talk with your pharmacist or doctor before making changes to your medications or supplements, particularly if you take several medications or have an ongoing health condition.
Dwarf Elder safety at a glance
Pregnancy & breastfeeding ratings are from Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — the full detail is in the Special populations card below. Safety guidance is general; always confirm with your pharmacist or doctor for your situation.
Dwarf Elder in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
When used orally in large quantities.
DISCLAIMER: This tool is intended for informational purposes only, and should not be interpreted as specific medical advice. Patients should consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making decisions about therapies and/or health conditions.© 2026 Therapeutic Research Center
See Every Supplement That Interacts With Quinupristin, Dalfopristin
This page covers Dwarf Elder only. If you take other supplements — a multivitamin, a sleep aid, something for joints — the Quinupristin, Dalfopristin page lists 40 supplements it has a documented interaction with, worst first, each one explained.
The most serious there right now: Adrafinil (moderate), Bacillus Coagulans (moderate), Bacillus Subtilis (moderate), Bifidobacterium Animalis Subsp. Lactis (moderate) and Bifidobacterium Bifidum (moderate).
By severity: 38 moderate · 2 minor.
From our pharmacist’s overview on the Quinupristin, Dalfopristin page
“Quinupristin and dalfopristin (Synercid) is an intravenous antibiotic reserved for serious, often resistant infections, so it is usually given under close medical supervision. Even so, 40 supplement and herbal ingredients are on file as interacting with it, and none rises above moderate (38 moderate, 2 minor).”
Reviewed by 2 · Jul 18, 2026
Where Dwarf Elder and Quinupristin, Dalfopristin 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.
#630 of 1,452 supplements looked up here in the last 7 days
#2,014 of 2,830 medications looked up here in the last 7 days
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.
Where does our data come from?
- Source: the Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) clinical database — the evidence-graded professional reference for herb & supplement interactions.
- Citation library: 103,510 references behind our interaction content, 65,311 of them resolved to verified PubMed/DOI sources. See every Dwarf Elder reference on this page ↓
- Freshness: we automatically re-check this combination every week — this pair was last verified September 20, 2026. The Dwarf Elder and Quinupristin, Dalfopristin records this page draws on were last updated July 10, 2026.
- What “no known interaction” means: no documented interaction in the sources above — not a guarantee of safety. Supplements are studied far less than prescription drugs, so we say exactly what the evidence supports, and nothing more.
About Dwarf Elder
What is Dwarf Elder?
- Joint pain and swelling
- Colds and respiratory complaints
- Skin irritation (topical)
- Constipation
- Fluid retention
Dwarf Elder is a traditional European herb used mostly in folk medicine for joint pain, swelling, and minor ailments, but there is very little high-quality human research to confirm it works. Raw or unripe parts can be toxic and cause stomach upset, so it should be used cautiously and avoided in pregnancy and breastfeeding. Always talk to a pharmacist or doctor before trying it.
Sambucus ebulus · Adoxaceae · Leaves, roots, flowers, and berries · Tea, tincture, ointment or poultice, dried herb
An interaction check asks whether these two react with each other — it does not ask whether Dwarf Elder is a good idea for someone in your situation. Here is what our Dwarf Elder record says about it on its own.
Dwarf Elder: dosing
There is no well-established or standardized dose for dwarf elder. Traditional preparations vary widely, and product strengths differ between brands.If you use a commercial product, follow the directions on the label and do not exceed the recommended amount.
From our Dwarf Elder monograph — the full record covers uses, side effects and every documented interaction.
About Quinupristin and Dalfopristin Injection
What Is Quinupristin and Dalfopristin Injection Used For?
Brand name: Synercid
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The combination of quinupristin and dalfopristin injection is used to prevent and treat certain serious skin infections. Quinupristin and dalfopristin are in a class of medications called streptogramin antibiotics. They work by killing bacteria that cause infections.
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Antibiotics such as quinupristin and dalfopristin injection will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections. Taking or using antibiotics when they are not needed increases your risk of getting an infection later that resists antibiotic treatment.
Other Drugs & Dwarf Elder
Browse every other medication we’ve checked against Dwarf Elder — both the ones with a known interaction and the ones without. Select any drug for the full detail.
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No interaction 2,829 drugs checked — show the list
We also checked Dwarf Elder against these medications and found no known interaction in our sources. Open any page to confirm.
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Showing the 60 most looked-up of 2,829 medications checked with no known interaction — see the full Dwarf Elder list.
Dwarf Elder References
The 1 references that drive our Dwarf Elder monograph and interaction data, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Citations with a link open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.
- Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
Medication overviews come from MedlinePlus (NIH); supplement label data from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists — see our data sources and editorial standards.
Quinupristin, Dalfopristin Is Linked to Lower Levels of 7 Nutrients
Natural Medicines records Quinupristin, Dalfopristin as a medicine that can lower these. This is not an interaction with Dwarf Elder — it is a separate effect of the medicine, and it is a reason some people are advised to supplement rather than to avoid one:
Read the full Quinupristin, Dalfopristin nutrient depletion report ›
Depletion records come from the licensed Natural Medicines database. Do not start a supplement on the strength of this page — ask your pharmacist or doctor whether it applies to you.
Taking Dwarf Elder and Quinupristin, Dalfopristin Together: Common Questions
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