Drug & supplement interaction

Hesperidin + Bumetanide (IV)

Bumetanide (IV) brand name: Bumex.

Moderate Interaction
The bottom line Moderate

Hesperidin has a moderate interaction with Bumetanide (IV). Theoretically, taking hesperidin with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.

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SeverityModerate
LikelihoodPossible
EvidenceD
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Hesperidin and Bumetanide (IV)

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

Moderate

ANTIHYPERTENSIVE DRUGS

Why this applies to Bumetanide (IV)

Bumetanide (IV) falls under ANTIHYPERTENSIVE DRUGS — the group Hesperidin interacts with.

Theoretically, taking hesperidin with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Some clinical and animal research shows that hesperidin can decrease blood pressure. However, other clinical research shows that hesperidin does not affect blood pressure.
Severity Moderate Likelihood Possible Evidence D

Interaction 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.

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

Bumetanide (the IV form of Bumex) is a strong water pill. By pulling extra fluid and salt out through your urine, it can lower your blood pressure as a side effect. Hesperidin, the citrus flavonoid in many vein supplements, might nudge blood pressure down a little too. Put the two together and, in theory, you could see a bigger drop than expected.

Honestly, the evidence here is thin and mixed. Some studies show hesperidin lowers blood pressure, others show no effect, so this is more of a theoretical caution than a proven problem. Still, watch for dizziness, lightheadedness when standing, or feeling unusually weak. If you take both, just mention it to your pharmacist or doctor so they can keep an eye on your readings.

References
  1. Yamamoto, M., Suzuki, A., Jokura, H., Yamamoto, N., and Hase, T. Glucosyl hesperidin prevents endothelial dysfunction and oxidative stress in spontaneously hypertensive rats. Nutrition 2008;24(5):470-476. PubMed
  2. Morand C, Dubray C, Milenkovic D, et al. Hesperidin contributes to the vascular protective effects of orange juice: a randomized crossover study in healthy volunteers. Am J Clin Nutr 2011;93(1):73-80. PubMed
  3. Homayouni F, Haidari F, Hedayati M, Zakerkish M, Ahmadi K. Blood pressure lowering and anti-inflammatory effects of hesperidin in type 2 diabetes; a randomized double-blind controlled clinical trial. Phytother Res. 2018;32(6):1073-1079. PubMed
  4. Mohammadi M, Ramezani-Jolfaie N, Lorzadeh E, Khoshbakht Y, Salehi-Abargouei A. Hesperidin, a major flavonoid in orange juice, might not affect lipid profile and blood pressure: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled clinical trials PubMed
  5. Valls RM, Pedret A, Calderón-Pérez L, et al. Effects of hesperidin in orange juice on blood and pulse pressures in mildly hypertensive individuals: a randomized controlled trial (Citrus study). Eur J Nutr. 2021;60(3):1277-1288. PubMed

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

Hesperidin Also Interacts With Other Medications

Hesperidin has 701 moderate known drug interactions in our database — the Bumetanide (IV) one above is one of them. If you take anything else, check it against the full list below.

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Questions About Hesperidin or Bumetanide (IV)

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Everything else you take

See Every Supplement That Interacts With Bumetanide (IV)

This page covers Hesperidin only. If you take other supplements — a multivitamin, a sleep aid, something for joints — the Bumetanide (IV) page lists 125 supplements it has a documented interaction with, worst first, each one explained.

The most serious there right now: American Hellebore (major), American Mistletoe (major), Asarabacca (major), Siberian Cocklebur (major) and Tyramine (major).

By severity: 5 major · 107 moderate · 13 minor.

From our pharmacist’s overview on the Bumetanide (IV) page

“Bumetanide (Bumex) given by IV is a powerful loop diuretic that pulls off excess fluid fast, usually for heart failure, so blood pressure and kidney function are already under strain when it's running. Nearly every supplement on this page presses on one of those two points.”

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Taking Hesperidin as Part of a Dietary Supplement Product? Check It for Interactions

We hold 1,895 real supplement products containing Hesperidin, each one broken down to its full ingredient list — and combination products often carry several ingredients besides Hesperidin. Your product may carry other ingredients that interact with Bumetanide (IV) too, on top of Hesperidin — and those would not show on this page. Find your product and we’ll check every ingredient on its label:

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Where Hesperidin and Bumetanide (IV) 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 Hesperidin
Top 25%

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

29 days ago today
Medication Bumetanide (IV)
Steady interest

#1,781 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 Hesperidin

What is Hesperidin?

Hesperidin
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Varicose veins and poor circulation
  • Leg swelling (venous insufficiency)
  • High blood pressure
  • Antioxidant support

Hesperidin is a flavonoid found in citrus fruits that is often combined with diosmin and used for vein and circulation problems like hemorrhoids and varicose veins. Some evidence supports these uses, but data for many other claims is limited. It is generally well tolerated, but pregnant and breastfeeding people should avoid it because safety has not been established.

Read the full Hesperidin monograph & all interactions
Medication

About Bumetanide

What Is Bumetanide Used For?

Brand name: Bumex

Bumetanide treats edema — excess fluid that builds up in the body — caused by congestive heart failure, hepatic (liver) disease, and renal (kidney) disease, including a condition called nephrotic syndrome. This applies to the oral tablets (bumetanide and Bumex), the injection (Bumetanide Injection), and the nasal spray.

Enbumyst (bumetanide nasal spray) is specifically approved for these same uses in adults. Enbumyst is not intended for long-term use and should be switched to an oral diuretic as soon as practical.

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Other Drugs & Hesperidin

Browse every other medication we’ve checked against Hesperidin — both the ones with a known interaction and the ones without. Select any drug for the full detail.

0Major
701Moderate
0Minor
2,128No known interaction
Moderate

701 interactions

Showing 60 of 701 moderate interactions — see all 701 on the Hesperidin page.

No interaction 2,128 drugs checked — show the list
Sources

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 Hesperidin and Bumetanide (IV) Together: Common Questions

Can you take Hesperidin with Bumetanide (IV)?
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 Hesperidin and Bumetanide (IV) 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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