Karaya Gum - Pletal (Cilostazol) Interaction
Herbal: Karaya Gum
Also Known As: Bassora Tragacanth, Goma Karaya, Gomme Karaya, Gomme Kuteera, Gomme Sterculia, Gum Karaya, Gomme de Sterculia, Indian Tragacanth, Kadaya, Kadira, Karaya, Katila, Katira Gum, Kullo, Mucara, Sterculia, Sterculia Gum
Drug: Cilostazol
Brand names:
Pletal
Medical Content Editor Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
Last updated
Jun 08, 2025
Interaction Details
Cilostazol is classified as belonging to the following category: Oral Drugs
Co-administration of oral drugs with bulk forming laxatives such as karaya gum may decrease, increase, or have no effect on the absorption of drugs. To avoid changes in absorption, take karaya gum 30-60 minutes after oral medications.
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
- McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
Karaya Gum Overview
Karaya gum is a type of natural gum that is obtained from the sap of the Sterculia tree, which is native to India and parts of Asia. It is a highly viscous, water-soluble gum that is used in various industrial and food applications. Karaya gum has many unique properties, such as high stability, thickening ability, and emulsifying power, making it useful in a variety of industries. It is also commonly used as a natural laxative.
Cilostazol Overview
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Cilostazol is used to reduce the symptoms of intermittent claudication (pain in the legs that worsens when walking and improves when resting that is caused by narrowing of the blood vessels that supply blood to the legs). Cilostazol is in a class of medications called platelet-aggregation inhibitors (antiplatelet medications). It works by improving blood flow to the legs.
Karaya Gum - More Interactions
Karaya Gum interacts with 1987 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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