Adrenal Complex Ingredients & Drug Interactions
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First and foremost: checking Adrenal Complex against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Adrenal Complex is a dietary supplement by Designs for Health with 9 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for common cold and immune support, antioxidant support, skin health and collagen formation.Based on those ingredients, 436 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Vitamin B-6, Vitamin C, Riboflavin. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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What’s inside
Full disclosure
This supplement has 9 active ingredients: vitamin C, thiamine (B-1), pantothenic acid (B-5), riboflavin (B-2), vitamin B-6, PABA, whole adrenal glandular, N-acetyl tyrosine, and adrenal cortex glandular. The first five are vitamins; the rest are amino acids and glandular-derived compounds meant to support adrenal function.
The capsules also contain microcrystalline cellulose and vegetable stearate as inactive ingredients.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
In our data, vitamin C is effective for vitamin C deficiency and possibly effective for anemia of chronic disease, atrial fibrillation, cataracts, and exercise-induced respiratory infections. Thiamine is effective for thiamine deficiency and Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, and possibly effective for period pain (dysmenorrhea).
Vitamin B-6 is effective for sideroblastic anemia and vitamin B-6 deficiency, and possibly effective for pregnancy-induced nausea and vomiting. Pantothenic acid is effective for pantothenic acid deficiency; riboflavin's effectiveness for specific conditions isn't rated in our data.
We have no effectiveness ratings for PABA, whole adrenal glandular, N-acetyl tyrosine, or adrenal cortex glandular.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Vitamin C is generally well tolerated at normal doses but can cause stomach cramps, heartburn, osmotic diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting — especially above 2 grams daily. High doses may cause kidney stones in those prone to them.
The other B vitamins are very safe at typical supplement doses; thiamine and riboflavin rarely trigger allergic reactions, and vitamin B-6 at doses under 100 mg daily is well tolerated, though very high doses over time can harm nerves. Pantothenic acid is generally well tolerated orally and may cause diarrhea in some people.
For pregnancy and breastfeeding: vitamin C is likely safe at normal amounts from food and prenatal vitamins, but avoid high-dose supplements without your doctor's approval. Thiamine, pantothenic acid, and riboflavin are likely safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding at recommended amounts; vitamin B-6 is likely safe during pregnancy at typical doses, though the data flags it as possibly unsafe at some intakes — talk with your doctor before using this product if you're pregnant.
No pregnancy or breastfeeding safety data is on file for PABA, whole adrenal glandular, N-acetyl tyrosine, or adrenal cortex glandular.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking this product, double-check if you use blood thinners like warfarin (vitamin C may reduce their effect); birth control or hormone replacement therapy (vitamin C may raise estrogen levels); seizure medications like phenobarbital or phenytoin (high-dose vitamin B-6 may lower their levels); blood pressure medications (vitamin B-6 may add to their effect); amiodarone, a heart rhythm drug (vitamin B-6 may worsen photosensitivity); tetracycline antibiotics (riboflavin may theoretically reduce potency); or trimethoprim, an antibiotic (thiamine levels may rise). No interactions are documented for the ingredients we could not check.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with strong clinical evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
This product may appeal to people looking to support adrenal function with B vitamins and glandular extracts. If you take blood thinners, birth control, hormone therapy, seizure medications, or heart or blood pressure drugs, check your medications with the tool below first — vitamin C and B-6 here have documented interactions.
Talk with your pharmacist or doctor before starting, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a history of kidney stones.
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Assessment coverage: 5 of 9 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jun 25, 2013.
This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed
General information
Key facts about Adrenal Complex, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Designs for Health |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 879452001435 |
| Net contents | 120 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jun 25, 2013 |
| DSLD ID | 22233 |
| Product type | Other Combinations |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Adrenal Complex by Designs for Health, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C | 100 mg | 167% |
| Thiamine | 2 mg | 133% |
| Pantothenic Acid | 250 mg | 2500% |
| Riboflavin | 5 mg | 294% |
| Vitamin B-6 | 5 mg | 250% |
| PABA | 100 mg | -- |
| Whole Adrenal Glandular | 200 mg | -- |
| N-Acetyl Tyrosine | 50 mg | -- |
| Adrenal Cortex Glandular | 50 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetable Stearate
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General Statements
Notice: Color, size or shape may appear different between lots.
For Professional Use Only
Manufactured in an NSF GMP Registered Facility
Formulation
Does not contain gluten.
General
ADC120-1
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Recommended Use: As a dietary supplement, take two capsules per day with meals, or as directed by your health care practitioner.
Seals/Symbols
Guaranteed GMP COMPLIANT Products
Storage
STORE IN A COOL, DRY PLACE.
Precautions
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
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Adrenal Complex by Designs for Health label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Adrenal Complex by Designs for Health
These are the 9 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.
Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.
Vitamin C
Interacts with207 drugs
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is an essential nutrient your body needs but cannot make, so you must get it from food or supplements. It's important for im...
Vitamin C monograph & interactionsThiamine
Interacts with3 drugs
Thiamine (vitamin B1) is an essential nutrient your body needs to turn food into energy and to keep your nerves and heart healthy. Most people get eno...
Thiamine monograph & interactionsPantothenic Acid
No knowninteractions
Pantothenic acid is vitamin B5, an essential nutrient your body uses to turn food into energy. True deficiency is very rare because it is found in nea...
Pantothenic Acid monograph & interactionsRiboflavin
Interacts with20 drugs
Riboflavin (vitamin B2) is an essential nutrient your body needs to turn food into energy and to keep skin, eyes, and nerves healthy. It is generally...
Riboflavin monograph & interactionsVitamin B-6
Interacts with210 drugs
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) is an essential water-soluble vitamin that your body needs for metabolism, brain function, and making red blood cells. It is b...
Vitamin B-6 monograph & interactionsPABA
Whole Adrenal Glandular
N-Acetyl Tyrosine
Adrenal Cortex Glandular
Other (inactive) ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetable Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Adrenal Complex by Designs for Health Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Adrenal Complex by Designs for Health contains several B vitamins and other active ingredients.
Of the ones we could check, vitamin C carries the most serious documented interactions — it's Moderate severity across multiple drug types. High-dose vitamin C may reduce how well blood thinners like warfarin work, increase estrogen levels from birth control or hormone therapy, and theoretically interfere with certain chemotherapy drugs and antitumor antibiotics.
It can also increase how much aluminum your body absorbs and affect thyroid medication (levothyroxine) and an HIV medication (indinavir).
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Vitamin B-6 in this product interacts with blood pressure medications (it may lower pressure further), amiodarone (a heart rhythm drug — it may worsen sun sensitivity), and seizure medications like phenobarbital and phenytoin (high doses might reduce their effectiveness). Riboflavin may theoretically reduce the potency of tetracycline antibiotics, though this hasn't been confirmed in humans.
Thiamine has one documented Minor interaction with trimethoprim, an antibiotic that may raise thiamine levels.
We could not check pantothenic acid, PABA, whole adrenal glandular, N-acetyl tyrosine, or adrenal cortex glandular — no interaction data is on file for these. Altogether, these interactions span 434 individual medications.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Adrenal Complex interact with 436 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
4 of the 9 ingredients in Adrenal Complex interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Vitamin B-6 Vitamin C Riboflavin Thiamine
AcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin B-6Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, vitamin B6 may have additive effects when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Vitamin B-6 + Acebutolol interactionAcetazolamideAk-Zol, Diamox
How Acetazolamide interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin B-6Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, vitamin B6 may have additive effects when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Vitamin B-6 + Acetazolamide interactionAlginic Acid, Aluminum HydroxideRafton
How Alginic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin CAluminum Moderate
Interaction Summary
Vitamin C can increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Read the full Vitamin C + Alginic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide interactionAliskirenTekturna
How Aliskiren interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin B-6Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, vitamin B6 may have additive effects when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Vitamin B-6 + Aliskiren interactionAltretamineHexalen
How Altretamine interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin CAlkylating Agents Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, antioxidant effects of vitamin C might reduce the effectiveness of alkylating agents.
Read the full Vitamin C + Altretamine interactionAluminum Acetate, Benzethonium ChlorideBuro-Sol Otic Solution
How Aluminum Acetate, Benzethonium Chloride interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin CAluminum Moderate
Interaction Summary
Vitamin C can increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Read the full Vitamin C + Aluminum Acetate, Benzethonium Chloride interactionAluminum ChlorideAluminum Chloride, Anhydrol Forte, Driclor, Drysol
How Aluminum Chloride interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin CAluminum Moderate
Interaction Summary
Vitamin C can increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Read the full Vitamin C + Aluminum Chloride interactionAluminum HydroxideAlu-Cap, Amphojel, Gaviscon
How Aluminum Hydroxide interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin CAluminum Moderate
Interaction Summary
Vitamin C can increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Read the full Vitamin C + Aluminum Hydroxide interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #2
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin CAspirin, Aluminum Moderate
Interaction Summary
Acidification of the urine by vitamin C might increase aspirin levels.
Read the full Vitamin C + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin CAspirin, Aluminum Moderate
Interaction Summary
Acidification of the urine by vitamin C might increase aspirin levels.
Read the full Vitamin C + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Magnesium Hydroxide (otc Drug)Maalox, Mucogel
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Magnesium Hydroxide (otc Drug) interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin CAluminum Moderate
Interaction Summary
Vitamin C can increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Read the full Vitamin C + Aluminum Hydroxide, Magnesium Hydroxide (otc Drug) interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Magnesium Hydroxide, Simethicone (otc Drug)Mylanta
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Magnesium Hydroxide, Simethicone (otc Drug) interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin CAluminum Moderate
Interaction Summary
Vitamin C can increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Read the full Vitamin C + Aluminum Hydroxide, Magnesium Hydroxide, Simethicone (otc Drug) interactionAluminum, CalciumDomeboro
How Aluminum, Calcium interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin CAluminum Moderate
Interaction Summary
Vitamin C can increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Read the full Vitamin C + Aluminum, Calcium interactionAluminum, Magnesium (otc Drug)Almagel
How Aluminum, Magnesium (otc Drug) interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin CAluminum Moderate
Interaction Summary
Vitamin C can increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Read the full Vitamin C + Aluminum, Magnesium (otc Drug) interactionAluminum, Magnesium Hydroxide (otc Drug)Wingel
How Aluminum, Magnesium Hydroxide (otc Drug) interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin CAluminum Moderate
Interaction Summary
Vitamin C can increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Read the full Vitamin C + Aluminum, Magnesium Hydroxide (otc Drug) interactionAmbrisentanLetairis, Volibris
How Ambrisentan interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin B-6Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, vitamin B6 may have additive effects when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Vitamin B-6 + Ambrisentan interactionAmilorideAmilamont, Midamor
How Amiloride interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin B-6Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, vitamin B6 may have additive effects when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Vitamin B-6 + Amiloride interactionAmiloride, HydrochlorothiazideAmil-Co, Amilzide, Moduret 25, Moduretic
How Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin B-6Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, vitamin B6 may have additive effects when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Vitamin B-6 + Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionAmiodaroneCordarone, Pacerone
How Amiodarone interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin B-6Amiodarone (cordarone) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, vitamin B6 might increase the photosensitivity caused by amiodarone.
Read the full Vitamin B-6 + Amiodarone interactionAmlodipineNorliqva
How Amlodipine interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin B-6Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, vitamin B6 may have additive effects when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Vitamin B-6 + Amlodipine interactionAmlodipine BenzoateKaterzia
How Amlodipine Benzoate interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin B-6Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, vitamin B6 may have additive effects when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Vitamin B-6 + Amlodipine Benzoate interactionAmlodipine BesilateIstin
How Amlodipine Besilate interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin B-6Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, vitamin B6 may have additive effects when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Vitamin B-6 + Amlodipine Besilate interactionAmlodipine BesylateNorvasc
How Amlodipine Besylate interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin B-6Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, vitamin B6 may have additive effects when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Vitamin B-6 + Amlodipine Besylate interactionAmlodipine Besylate, BenazeprilLotrel
How Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin B-6Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, vitamin B6 may have additive effects when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Vitamin B-6 + Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interactionAmlodipine, CelecoxibConsensi
How Amlodipine, Celecoxib interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin B-6Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, vitamin B6 may have additive effects when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Vitamin B-6 + Amlodipine, Celecoxib interactionAmmonium ChlorideAmmonium Chloride
How Ammonium Chloride interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin B-6Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, vitamin B6 may have additive effects when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Vitamin B-6 + Ammonium Chloride interactionAmphotericin, TetracyclineMysteclin-F
How Amphotericin, Tetracycline interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
RiboflavinTetracycline Antibiotics Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking riboflavin with tetracycline antibiotics may decrease the potency of these antibiotics.
Read the full Riboflavin + Amphotericin, Tetracycline interactionAprobarbital, Butabarbital, PhenobarbitalTriple Barbital
How Aprobarbital, Butabarbital, Phenobarbital interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin B-6Phenobarbital (luminal) Moderate
Interaction Summary
High doses of vitamin B6 may reduce the levels and clinical effects of phenobarbital.
Read the full Vitamin B-6 + Aprobarbital, Butabarbital, Phenobarbital interactionAprocitentanTryvio
How Aprocitentan interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin B-6Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, vitamin B6 may have additive effects when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Vitamin B-6 + Aprocitentan interactionAspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #3
How Aspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Adrenal Complex — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Vitamin CAspirin, Aluminum Moderate
Interaction Summary
Acidification of the urine by vitamin C might increase aspirin levels.
Read the full Vitamin C + Aspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Adrenal Complex with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Vitamin B-6
Amiodarone (Cordarone)
Theoretically, vitamin B6 might increase the photosensitivity caused by amiodarone.
Despite initial case reports suggesting that pyridoxine may have a protective effect against amiodarone-induced photosensitivity, preliminary clinical research suggests that pyridoxine may actually exacerbate this adverse effect.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, vitamin B6 may have additive effects when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Research in hypertensive rats shows that vitamin B6 can decrease systolic blood pressure. Similarly, clinical research in patients with hypertension shows that taking high doses of vitamin B6 may reduce systolic and diastolic blood pressure, possibly by reducing plasma levels of epinephrine and norepinephrine.
Phenobarbital (Luminal)
High doses of vitamin B6 may reduce the levels and clinical effects of phenobarbital.
Preliminary clinical evidence suggests that vitamin B6 200 mg daily can reduce plasma levels of phenobarbital, possibly by increasing metabolism. It is not known whether lower doses have any effect. Advise people taking phenobarbital to avoid high doses of vitamin B6.
Phenytoin (Dilantin)
High doses of vitamin B6 may reduce the levels and clinical effects of phenytoin.
Preliminary clinical evidence suggests that vitamin B6 200 mg daily can reduce plasma levels of phenytoin, possibly by increasing metabolism. It is not known whether lower doses have any effect. Advise people taking phenytoin to avoid high doses of vitamin B6.
Levodopa
Vitamin B6 may increase the metabolism of levodopa when taken alone, but not when taken in conjunction with carbidopa.
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) enhances the metabolism of levodopa, reducing its clinical effects. However, this interaction does not occur when carbidopa is used concurrently with levodopa (Sinemet). Therefore, it is not likely to be a problem in most people.
Vitamin C
Alkylating Agents
Theoretically, antioxidant effects of vitamin C might reduce the effectiveness of alkylating agents.
The use of antioxidants like vitamin C during chemotherapy is controversial. There is concern that antioxidants could reduce the activity of chemotherapy drugs that generate free radicals, such as cyclophosphamide, chlorambucil, carmustine, busulfan, and thiotepa. In contrast, some researchers theorize that antioxidants might make chemotherapy more effective by reducing oxidative stress that could interfere with apoptosis (cell death) of cancer cells. More evidence is needed to determine what effect, if any, antioxidants such as vitamin C have on chemotherapy.
Aluminum
Vitamin C can increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Research in animals and humans shows that vitamin C increases aluminum absorption, theoretically by chelating aluminum and keeping it in solution where it is available for absorption. In people with normal renal function, urinary excretion of aluminum will likely increase, making aluminum retention and toxicity unlikely. Patients with renal failure who take aluminum-containing compounds such as phosphate binders should avoid vitamin C supplements in doses above the recommended dietary allowances.
Antitumor Antibiotics
Theoretically, the antioxidant effects of vitamin C might reduce the effectiveness of antitumor antibiotics.
The use of antioxidants like vitamin C during chemotherapy is controversial. There is concern that antioxidants could reduce the activity of chemotherapy drugs which generate free radicals, such as doxorubicin. In contrast, some researchers theorize that antioxidants might make chemotherapy more effective by reducing oxidative stress that could interfere with apoptosis (cell death) of cancer cells. More evidence is needed to determine what effects, if any, antioxidants such as vitamin C have on chemotherapy.
Estrogens
Vitamin C might increase blood levels of estrogens.
Increases in plasma estrogen levels of up to 55% occur under some circumstances when vitamin C is taken concurrently with oral contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy, including topical products. It is suggested that vitamin C prevents oxidation of estrogen in the tissues, regenerates oxidized estrogen, and reduces sulfate conjugation of estrogen in the gut wall. When tissue levels of vitamin C are high, these processes are already maximized and supplemental vitamin C does not have any effect on estrogen levels. Increases in plasma estrogen levels may occur when patients who are deficient in vitamin C take supplements. Monitor these patients for estrogen-related side effects.
Fluphenazine (Prolixin)
Theoretically, vitamin C might decrease levels of fluphenazine.
In one patient there was a clinically significant decrease in fluphenazine levels when vitamin C (500 mg twice daily) was started. The mechanism is not known, and there is no further data to confirm this interaction.
Indinavir (Crixivan)
Vitamin C can modestly reduce indinavir levels.
One pharmacokinetic study shows that taking vitamin C 1 gram orally once daily along with indinavir 800 mg orally three times daily reduces the area under the concentration-time curve of indinavir by 14%. The mechanism of this interaction is unknown, but it is unlikely to be clinically significant in most patients. The effect of higher doses of vitamin C on indinavir levels is unknown.
Levothyroxine (Synthroid, Others)
Vitamin C can increase levothyroxine absorption.
Two clinical studies in adults with poorly controlled hypothyroidism show that swallowing levothyroxine with a glass of water containing vitamin C 500-1000 mg in solution reduces thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) levels and increases thyroxine (T4) levels when compared with taking levothyroxine alone. This suggests that vitamin C increases the oral absorption of levothyroxine, possibly due to a reduction in pH.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
High-dose vitamin C might reduce the levels and effectiveness of warfarin.
Vitamin C in high doses may cause diarrhea and possibly reduce warfarin absorption. There are reports of two people who took up to 16 grams daily of vitamin C and had a reduction in prothrombin time. Lower doses of 5-10 grams daily can also reduce warfarin absorption. In many cases, this does not seem to be clinically significant. However, a case of warfarin resistance has been reported for a patient who took vitamin C 500 mg twice daily. Cessation of vitamin C supplementation resulted in a rapid increase in international normalized ratio (INR). Tell patients taking warfarin to avoid taking vitamin C in excessively high doses (greater than 10 grams daily). Lower doses may be safe, but the anticoagulation activity of warfarin should be monitored. Patients who are stabilized on warfarin while taking vitamin C should avoid adjusting vitamin C dosage to prevent the possibility of warfarin resistance.
Acetaminophen (Tylenol, Others)
High-dose vitamin C might slightly prolong the clearance of acetaminophen.
A small pharmacokinetic study in healthy volunteers shows that taking high-dose vitamin C (3 grams) 1.5 hours after taking acetaminophen 1 gram slightly increases the apparent half-life of acetaminophen from around 2.3 hours to 3.1 hours. Ascorbic acid competitively inhibits sulfate conjugation of acetaminophen. However, to compensate, elimination of acetaminophen glucuronide and unconjugated acetaminophen increases. This effect is not likely to be clinically significant.
Aspirin
Acidification of the urine by vitamin C might increase aspirin levels.
It has been suggested that acidification of the urine by vitamin C could increase reabsorption of salicylates by the renal tubules, and increase plasma salicylate levels. However, short-term use of up to 6 grams daily of vitamin C does not seem to affect urinary pH or salicylate excretion, suggesting this interaction is not clinically significant.
Choline Magnesium Trisalicylate (Trilisate)
Acidification of the urine by vitamin C might increase choline magnesium trisalicylate levels.
It has been suggested that acidification of the urine by vitamin C could increase reabsorption of salicylates by the renal tubules, and increase plasma salicylate levels. However, short-term use of up to 6 grams daily of vitamin C does not seem to affect urinary pH or salicylate excretion, suggesting this interaction probably is not clinically significant.
Niacin
Vitamin C might decrease the beneficial effects of niacin on high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol levels.
A combination of niacin and simvastatin (Zocor) effectively raises HDL cholesterol levels in patients with coronary disease and low HDL levels. Clinical research shows that taking a combination of antioxidants (vitamin C, vitamin E, beta-carotene, and selenium) along with niacin and simvastatin (Zocor) attenuates this rise in HDL, specifically the HDL-2 and apolipoprotein A1 fractions, by more than 50% in patients with coronary disease. It is not known whether this adverse effect is due to a single antioxidant such as vitamin C, or to the combination. It also is not known whether it will occur in other patient populations.
Salsalate (Disalcid)
Acidification of the urine by vitamin C might increase salsalate levels.
It has been suggested that acidification of the urine by vitamin C could increase reabsorption of salicylates by the renal tubules, and increase plasma salicylate levels. However, short-term use of up to 6 grams/day vitamin C does not seem to affect urinary pH or salicylate excretion, suggesting this interaction probably is not clinically significant.
Riboflavin
Tetracycline Antibiotics
Theoretically, taking riboflavin with tetracycline antibiotics may decrease the potency of these antibiotics.
In vitro research suggests that riboflavin may inhibit the potency of tetracycline antibiotics. It is not clear if this effect is clinically significant, as this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Thiamine
Trimethoprim (Proloprim)
Trimethoprim might increase blood levels of thiamine.
In vitro, animal, and clinical research suggest that trimethoprim inhibits intestinal thiamine transporter ThTR-2, hepatic transporter OCT1, and renal transporters OCT2, MATE1, and MATE2, resulting in paradoxically increased thiamine plasma concentrations.
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Vitamin C
Interacts with 207 drugsVitamin C (ascorbic acid) is an essential nutrient your body needs but cannot make, so you must get it from food or supplements. It's important for immune function, collagen, and acts as an...
Read the full Vitamin C monograph → Herb & supplement monographThiamine
Interacts with 3 drugsThiamine (vitamin B1) is an essential nutrient your body needs to turn food into energy and to keep your nerves and heart healthy. Most people get enough from food, but supplements are clear...
Read the full Thiamine monograph → Herb & supplement monographPantothenic Acid
Pantothenic acid is vitamin B5, an essential nutrient your body uses to turn food into energy. True deficiency is very rare because it is found in nearly all foods, and most people meet thei...
Read the full Pantothenic Acid monograph → Herb & supplement monographRiboflavin
Interacts with 20 drugsRiboflavin (vitamin B2) is an essential nutrient your body needs to turn food into energy and to keep skin, eyes, and nerves healthy. It is generally very safe at typical doses, and the stro...
Read the full Riboflavin monograph → Herb & supplement monographVitamin B6
Interacts with 210 drugsVitamin B6 (pyridoxine) is an essential water-soluble vitamin that your body needs for metabolism, brain function, and making red blood cells. It is best known for helping with pregnancy-rel...
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The 106 references behind this product’s interaction data
Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.
Vitamin C 51 references
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Thiamine 7 references
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Pantothenic Acid 11 references
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Riboflavin 5 references
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Vitamin B6 32 references
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