Wild Carrot - Timolol Interaction
Herbal: Wild Carrot
Also Known As: Daucus carota, Beesnest Plant, Bird's Nest Root, Carotte Commune, Carotte Sauvage, Dauce Carotte, Daucus, Garijara, Nan He Shi, Nid d'Oiseau, Queen Anne's Lace, Shikha-Mula, Zanahoria Silvestre
Drug: Timolol
Brand names:
Blocadren, Timol, Timoptic
Medical Content Editor Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
Last updated
May 18, 2025
Interaction Details
Timolol is classified as belonging to the following category: Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, excessive doses of wild carrot seed oil might interfere with antihypertensive therapy due to cardiotonic effects.
Interaction Rating
Likelihood of Occurrence
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.
References
- Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
Wild Carrot Overview
Wild carrot, also known as Queen Anne's lace, is a flowering plant that belongs to the carrot family (Apiaceae) and is native to Europe and Asia.
The plant has a slender, hairy stem and small, fragrant white flowers.
Wild carrot is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and has a history of use in traditional medicine for its purported ability to help regulate menstruation, stimulate milk production in lactating women, as well as treat a variety of urinary, respiratory, and digestive conditions.
Timolol Overview
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Timolol is used to treat high blood pressure and to improve survival after a heart attack. It is also is used to prevent migraine headaches. Timolol is in a class of medications called beta blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels and slowing heart rate to improve blood flow and decrease blood pressure.
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High blood pressure is a common condition and when not treated, can cause damage to the brain, heart, blood vessels, kidneys and other parts of the body. Damage to these organs may cause heart disease, a heart attack, heart failure, stroke, kidney failure, loss of vision, and other problems. In addition to taking medication, making lifestyle changes will also help to control your blood pressure. These changes include eating a diet that is low in fat and salt, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising at least 30 minutes most days, not smoking, and using alcohol in moderation.
Wild Carrot - More Interactions
Wild Carrot interacts with 470 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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