Panax Ginseng + Relugolix, Estradiol, Norethindrone Acetate
Relugolix, Estradiol, Norethindrone Acetate brand name: Myfembree.
Relugolix, Estradiol, Norethindrone Acetate falls into 3 drug categories that Panax Ginseng can interact with; the most serious is rated moderate. Theoretically, Panax ginseng has an additive effect with drugs that prolong the QT interval and potentially increase the risk of ventricular arrhythmias.
Read the full interaction reportPanax Ginseng and Relugolix, Estradiol, Norethindrone Acetate
These two interact in 3 distinct ways. Each one is explained separately below.
Why Are There 3 Interactions?
Panax Ginseng interacts with whole categories of medication. Relugolix, Estradiol, Norethindrone Acetate falls into 3 of those categories, so it can interact with Panax Ginseng in 3 different ways. We’ve listed each one below — your overall risk is driven by the most serious of them (Moderate).
QT INTERVAL-PROLONGING DRUGS
1 of 3Why this applies to Relugolix, Estradiol, Norethindrone Acetate
Relugolix, Estradiol, Norethindrone Acetate falls under QT INTERVAL-PROLONGING DRUGS — the group Panax Ginseng interacts with.
Clinical research shows that short-term use of Panax ginseng can increase the QT interval. However, no changes in QT interval have been identified with prolonged use.
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.
Here's the gist for Myfembree (relugolix, estradiol, and norethindrone), which women often take for heavy bleeding from fibroids or endometriosis pain. The concern on file isn't about how ginseng changes the levels of this medicine. Instead, it's about the heart's electrical rhythm. Some short-term studies suggest Panax ginseng can slightly stretch out the QT interval (the time your heart takes to recharge between beats), and relugolix can also nudge that interval. Stacking two things that do this might add up.
Honestly, this is mostly theoretical and the research is mixed, with no QT changes seen during longer ginseng use. For most healthy people the risk is small. Still, if you have a heart rhythm condition or take other QT-affecting drugs, check with your pharmacist or doctor before combining them.
- Caron MF, Hotsko AL, Robertson S, et al. Electrocardiographic and hemodynamic effects of Panax ginseng. Ann Pharmacother 2002;36:758-63..
CYTOCHROME P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) SUBSTRATES
2 of 3Relugolix, Estradiol, Norethindrone Acetate also falls under CYTOCHROME P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) SUBSTRATES.
Panax ginseng may affect the clearance of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4. One such drug is imatinib. Inhibition of CYP3A4 was believed to be responsible for a case of imatinib-induced hepatotoxicity. In contrast, Panax ginseng has been shown to increase the clearance of midazolam, another drug metabolized by CYP3A4. Clinical research shows that Panax ginseng can reduce midazolam area under the curve by 44%, maximum plasma concentration by 26%, and time to reach maximum plasma concentration by 29%. Midazolam metabolism was also increased in animals given Panax ginseng. Until more is known, use Panax ginseng cautiously in combination with CYP3A4 substrates.
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.
Myfembree combines relugolix with two hormones (estradiol and norethindrone), and the relugolix piece is partly cleared by the CYP3A4 enzyme. Panax ginseng can nudge that enzyme in either direction, so the effect here is honestly hard to predict. If ginseng speeds up the enzyme, relugolix could drop too low and your endometriosis or fibroid symptoms (heavy bleeding, pelvic pain) might creep back. If it slows the enzyme, levels could rise and you might notice more hot flashes, headache, or mood changes.
Keep in mind this is mostly theoretical, and food amounts of ginseng aren't the concern (concentrated supplements are). Before adding a ginseng product, just run it by your pharmacist or doctor so they can keep an eye on how you're doing.
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- Bilgi N, Bell K, Ananthakrishnan AN, Atallah E. Imatinib and Panax ginseng: a potential interaction resulting in liver toxicity. Ann Pharmacother 2010;44(5):926-8.
- Kim Y, Jo JJ, Cho P, et al. Characterization of red ginseng-drug interaction by CYP3A activity increased in high dose administration in mice. Biopharm Drug Dispos. 2020;41(7):295-306. PubMed
ESTROGENS
3 of 3Relugolix, Estradiol, Norethindrone Acetate also falls under ESTROGENS.
Laboratory research and some case reports suggest that Panax ginseng can have estrogenic effects due to competition for estrogen receptors. The estrogenic activity is attributed to the ginsenoside constituents of Panax ginseng.
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.
Here's the gist with Myfembree (which contains estradiol, a form of estrogen, along with relugolix and norethindrone). Panax ginseng's active compounds, the ginsenosides, can latch onto estrogen receptors in the body and act a bit like estrogen themselves. In theory, taking large, concentrated ginseng supplement doses alongside your estrogen could nudge that hormone signaling and slightly throw off how your treatment is balanced.
I want to be honest: this concern is theoretical, based on lab studies and a few scattered reports, not solid human trials. We don't have proof it causes real problems. Still, since Myfembree is finely tuned hormone therapy, it's worth mentioning to your pharmacist or doctor before adding ginseng, especially in supplement strength. Occasional culinary amounts are far less likely to matter.
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What These Ratings Mean
Every interaction above is graded three ways — here’s the key to each label.
Clinically significant. Avoid the combination, or use only under close professional supervision.
Usually worth avoiding or managing — may need monitoring, a dose change, or timing apart.
Generally not serious. Be aware of it and mention it to your pharmacist.
- 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.
- 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.
Panax Ginseng Also Interacts With Other Medications
Panax Ginseng has 1,129 moderate known drug interactions in our database — the Relugolix, Estradiol, Norethindrone Acetate one above is among them. If you take anything else, check it against the full list below.
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See Every Supplement That Interacts With Relugolix, Estradiol, Norethindrone Acetate
This page covers Panax Ginseng only. If you take other supplements — a multivitamin, a sleep aid, something for joints — the Relugolix, Estradiol, Norethindrone Acetate page lists 219 supplements it has a documented interaction with, worst first, each one explained.
The most serious there right now: Activated Charcoal (major), American Hellebore (major), Arsenic (major), Cesium (major) and Ephedra (major).
By severity: 8 major · 174 moderate · 37 minor.
From our pharmacist’s overview on the Relugolix, Estradiol, Norethindrone Acetate page
“Grapefruit is where I would start on this page. Myfembree (relugolix, estradiol, and norethindrone acetate) depends on the CYP3A4 enzyme to be cleared, and grapefruit juice blocks that enzyme, raising drug levels and side effect risk.”
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Taking Panax Ginseng as Part of a Dietary Supplement Product? Check It for Interactions
We hold 517 real supplement products containing Panax Ginseng, each one broken down to its full ingredient list — and combination products often carry several ingredients besides Panax Ginseng. Your product may carry other ingredients that interact with Relugolix, Estradiol, Norethindrone Acetate too, on top of Panax Ginseng — and those would not show on this page. Find your product and we’ll check every ingredient on its label:
Where Panax Ginseng and Relugolix, Estradiol, Norethindrone Acetate 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.
#232 of 1,452 supplements looked up here in the last 7 days
#240 of 2,830 medications looked up here in the last 7 days
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About Panax Ginseng
What is Panax Ginseng?
- Boosting energy and fighting fatigue
- Improving mental focus and memory
- Coping with stress (adaptogen)
- Erectile dysfunction
- Supporting immune health
- Blood sugar support
Panax ginseng is a popular traditional herb used to boost energy, ease stress, and support overall wellness, though scientific evidence is mixed and mostly preliminary. It is generally well tolerated for short-term use in healthy adults, but it can cause side effects like trouble sleeping and may not be safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Always check with your pharmacist or doctor before starting it, especially if you have a medical condition or take other medicines.
About Relugolix, Estradiol, and Norethindrone
What Is Relugolix, Estradiol, and Norethindrone Used For?
Brand name: Myfembree
This combination is used in premenopausal women. Myfembree is approved for two conditions.
It treats heavy menstrual bleeding linked to uterine fibroids (also called leiomyomas). It also treats moderate to severe pain linked to endometriosis. Use is limited to 24 months because of the risk of bone loss that may not be reversible.
Other Drugs & Panax Ginseng
Browse every other medication we’ve checked against Panax Ginseng — both the ones with a known interaction and the ones without. Select any drug for the full detail.
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Showing 60 of 1,129 moderate interactions — see all 1,129 on the Panax Ginseng page.
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We also checked Panax Ginseng 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 1,700 medications checked with no known interaction — see the full Panax Ginseng list.
Sources & How We Checked
Interaction details are evidence-graded and sourced from the Natural Medicines database. The medication overview comes from MedlinePlus.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference for vitamins, herbs and supplements — the basis for our interaction data.
- MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine — NIH consumer drug information, used for the medication overviews.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — Official supplement product labels.
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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Relugolix, Estradiol, Norethindrone Acetate Is Linked to Lower Levels of 5 Nutrients
Natural Medicines records Relugolix, Estradiol, Norethindrone Acetate as a medicine that can lower these. This is not an interaction with Panax Ginseng — 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 Relugolix, Estradiol, Norethindrone Acetate 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 Panax Ginseng and Relugolix, Estradiol, Norethindrone Acetate Together: Common Questions
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