ageLOC Vitality Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Pharmanex
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking ageLOC Vitality 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
ageLOC Vitality is a dietary supplement by Pharmanex with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for fatigue and low energy, athletic performance and stamina, respiratory and lung support.Based on those ingredients, 1,274 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (Panax ginseng) root extract, Pomegranate (Punica granatum) fruit extract, Cordyceps Cs-4 Mushroom. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of ageLOC Vitality by Pharmanex
Four independent checks of what is known — a summary of the available information, not a grade of the product itself.
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
The stated purpose hasn't been mapped to our evidence data yet.
Why this rating?
- We haven't mapped this product's purpose to our evidence data yet — it'll be graded on the next content refresh.
Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.
Why this rating?
- The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 3 active ingredients.
- “ageLOC Vitality Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (1,135 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.
The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.
Why this rating?
- 3 of the 3 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Pomegranate, Cordyceps, Panax Ginseng.
- The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
- Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; immunosuppressants / transplant drugs; diabetes medications; heart-rhythm medications.
- For scale: 1,275 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.
Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.
Why this rating?
- We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 3 of the 3 matched ingredients.
- Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 3 of 3.
- General safety write-ups exist for 3 of 3.
- Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.
HelloPharmacist summaryFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Assessment coverage: 3 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 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 ageLOC Vitality, straight from the product label.
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Supplement Facts
The label details for ageLOC Vitality by Pharmanex, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| ageLOC Vitality Blend | 1135 mg | -- |
| Cordyceps Cs-4 Mushroom | 0 NP | -- |
| Pomegranate (Punica granatum) fruit extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (Panax ginseng) root extract | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, capsule, Stearic Acid, Silicon Dioxide
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General Statements
RESET - REVIVE - RENEW As we age, our bodies' ability to generate energy can decline, robbing us of youthful vitality. Improve three dimensions of vitality - physical, mental, and sexual -- by targeting the sources of age-related vitality loss.
SOLD EXCLUSIVELY BY NU SKIN ENTERPRISES AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTORS
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QUALITY GUARANTEE
NU SKIN(R) THE DIFFERENCE DEMONSTRATED(R)
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
DIRECTIONS FOR USE: Take three (3) capsules twice daily.
Precautions
If you are pregnant, lactating, or taking a prescription medication, consult a physician prior to using this product.
Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.
May contain soy and peanuts.
WARNINGS: Keep out of reach of children.
Formulation
Guarantee: No added sugar, salt, wheat, yeast, or dairy products. No preservatives.
FDA Statement of Identity
DIETARY SUPPLEMENT
Brand IP Statement(s)
(C)2010 NSE PRODUCTS, INC.
Formula
May contain soy and peanuts.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
General
01 003736 94501677/1
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
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ageLOC Vitality by Pharmanex label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in ageLOC Vitality by Pharmanex
These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size3 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.
Other (inactive) ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Capsule, Stearic Acid, Silicon Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
ageLOC Vitality by Pharmanex Drug Interactions
ageLOC Vitality contains 3 ingredients, and 3 of them have known drug interactions. Altogether they interact with 1,274 medications. Here’s the picture, then you can look up your own drug.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in ageLOC Vitality interact with 1,274 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
3 of the 3 ingredients in ageLOC Vitality interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (Panax ginseng) root extract Pomegranate (Punica granatum) fruit extract Cordyceps Cs-4 Mushroom
AlprazolamNiravam, Xanax
How Alprazolam interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Panax ginseng might increase or decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Alprazolam interactionPomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, pomegranate might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4, but most research suggests this interaction is unlikely to be clinically significant.
Read the full Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit Extract + Alprazolam interactionAlteplase, TpaActilyse, Activase
How Alteplase, Tpa interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Although Panax ginseng has shown antiplatelet effects in the laboratory, it is unlikely to increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Alteplase, Tpa interactionCordyceps Cs-4 MushroomAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Cs-4 Mushroom + Alteplase, Tpa interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #2
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Cs-4 MushroomAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Cs-4 Mushroom + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionPharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Although Panax ginseng has shown antiplatelet effects in the laboratory, it is unlikely to increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionPomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit ExtractCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, pomegranate might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Cs-4 MushroomAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Cs-4 Mushroom + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionPharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Although Panax ginseng has shown antiplatelet effects in the laboratory, it is unlikely to increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAmbenonium ChlorideMytelase
How Ambenonium Chloride interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractStimulant Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Panax ginseng with stimulant drugs might increase the risk of adverse stimulant effects.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Ambenonium Chloride interactionAmbrisentanLetairis, Volibris
How Ambrisentan interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, pomegranate might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4, but most research suggests this interaction is unlikely to be clinically significant.
Read the full Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit Extract + Ambrisentan interactionPharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Panax ginseng might increase or decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Ambrisentan interactionAmilorideAmilamont, Midamor
How Amiloride interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking pomegranate with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit Extract + Amiloride interactionAmiloride, HydrochlorothiazideAmil-Co, Amilzide, Moduret 25, Moduretic
How Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking pomegranate with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit Extract + Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionAminophylline, Amobarbital, EphedrineAmesec
How Aminophylline, Amobarbital, Ephedrine interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractStimulant Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Panax ginseng with stimulant drugs might increase the risk of adverse stimulant effects.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Aminophylline, Amobarbital, Ephedrine interactionAmiodaroneCordarone, Pacerone
How Amiodarone interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Qt Interval-prolonging Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Panax ginseng might increase or decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Amiodarone interactionPomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, pomegranate might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4, but most research suggests this interaction is unlikely to be clinically significant.
Read the full Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit Extract + Amiodarone interactionAmisulprideBarhemsys
How Amisulpride interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractQt Interval-prolonging Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
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 Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Amisulpride interactionAmitriptylineElavil
How Amitriptyline interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractQt Interval-prolonging Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
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 Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Amitriptyline interactionPomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit ExtractCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, pomegranate might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit Extract + Amitriptyline interactionAmitriptyline, ChlordiazepoxideLimbitrol DS
How Amitriptyline, Chlordiazepoxide interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Panax ginseng might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Amitriptyline, Chlordiazepoxide interactionPomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, pomegranate might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C9.
Read the full Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit Extract + Amitriptyline, Chlordiazepoxide interactionAmitriptyline, PerphenazineEtrafon, Etrafon-A, Etrafon-Forte, Triavil
How Amitriptyline, Perphenazine interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Panax ginseng might increase or decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Amitriptyline, Perphenazine interactionPomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, pomegranate might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4, but most research suggests this interaction is unlikely to be clinically significant.
Read the full Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit Extract + Amitriptyline, Perphenazine interactionAmlodipineNorliqva
How Amlodipine interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Panax ginseng might increase or decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Amlodipine interactionPomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking pomegranate with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit Extract + Amlodipine interactionAmlodipine BenzoateKaterzia
How Amlodipine Benzoate interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, pomegranate might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4, but most research suggests this interaction is unlikely to be clinically significant.
Read the full Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit Extract + Amlodipine Benzoate interactionPharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Panax ginseng might increase or decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Amlodipine Benzoate interactionAmlodipine BesilateIstin
How Amlodipine Besilate interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking pomegranate with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit Extract + Amlodipine Besilate interactionPharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Panax ginseng might increase or decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Amlodipine Besilate interactionAmlodipine BesylateNorvasc
How Amlodipine Besylate interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, pomegranate might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4, but most research suggests this interaction is unlikely to be clinically significant.
Read the full Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit Extract + Amlodipine Besylate interactionPharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Panax ginseng might increase or decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Amlodipine Besylate interactionAmlodipine Besylate, BenazeprilLotrel
How Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking pomegranate with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit Extract + Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interactionPharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Panax ginseng might increase or decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interactionAmlodipine, CelecoxibConsensi
How Amlodipine, Celecoxib interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs, Cytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking pomegranate with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit Extract + Amlodipine, Celecoxib interactionPharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Panax ginseng might increase or decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Amlodipine, Celecoxib interactionAmmonium ChlorideAmmonium Chloride
How Ammonium Chloride interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking pomegranate with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit Extract + Ammonium Chloride interactionAmobarbital, Ephedrine SulfateEphedrine & Amytal
How Amobarbital, Ephedrine Sulfate interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractStimulant Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Panax ginseng with stimulant drugs might increase the risk of adverse stimulant effects.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Amobarbital, Ephedrine Sulfate interactionAmoxicillin, Omeprazole Magnesium, RifabutinTalicia
How Amoxicillin, Omeprazole Magnesium, Rifabutin interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Panax ginseng might increase or decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Amoxicillin, Omeprazole Magnesium, Rifabutin interactionPomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, pomegranate might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4, but most research suggests this interaction is unlikely to be clinically significant.
Read the full Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit Extract + Amoxicillin, Omeprazole Magnesium, Rifabutin interactionAmphetamineAdensys XR-ODT, Adzenys ER, Dyanavel XR, Mydayis
How Amphetamine interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit ExtractCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, pomegranate might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit Extract + Amphetamine interactionPharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractStimulant Drugs, Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Panax ginseng with stimulant drugs might increase the risk of adverse stimulant effects.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Amphetamine interactionAmphetamine Aspartate, Amphetamine Sulfate, Dextroamphetamine Saccharate, Dextroamphetamine SulfateAdderall, Adderall XR
How Amphetamine Aspartate, Amphetamine Sulfate, Dextroamphetamine Saccharate, Dextroamphetamine Sulfate interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit ExtractCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, pomegranate might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit Extract + Amphetamine Aspartate, Amphetamine Sulfate, Dextroamphetamine Saccharate, Dextroamphetamine Sulfate interactionPharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Stimulant Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Panax ginseng might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Amphetamine Aspartate, Amphetamine Sulfate, Dextroamphetamine Saccharate, Dextroamphetamine Sulfate interactionAmphetamine SulfateBenzedrine, Evekeo ODT
How Amphetamine Sulfate interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractStimulant Drugs, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Panax ginseng with stimulant drugs might increase the risk of adverse stimulant effects.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Amphetamine Sulfate interactionPomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit ExtractCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, pomegranate might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Pomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit Extract + Amphetamine Sulfate interactionAmprenavirAgenerase
How Amprenavir interacts with ageLOC Vitality — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Panax ginseng might increase or decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Amprenavir interactionPomegranate (punica Granatum) Fruit ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, pomegranate might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4, but most research suggests this interaction is unlikely to be clinically significant.
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Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Although Panax ginseng has shown antiplatelet effects in the laboratory, it is unlikely to increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root Extract + Anacaulase-bcdb interactionCordyceps Cs-4 MushroomAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
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Cordyceps Cs-4 MushroomAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Cs-4 Mushroom + Anagrelide interactionPharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Although Panax ginseng has shown antiplatelet effects in the laboratory, it is unlikely to increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
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Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (panax Ginseng) Root ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Panax ginseng use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
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Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of cordyceps might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Cordyceps Cs-4 Mushroom + Anifrolumab-fnia interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
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Pharmanex Asian Ginseng Rb1 (Panax ginseng) root extract
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Although Panax ginseng has shown antiplatelet effects in the laboratory, it is unlikely to increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro evidence suggests that ginsenoside constituents in Panax ginseng might decrease platelet aggregation. However, research in humans suggests that ginseng does not affect platelet aggregation. Animal research indicates low oral bioavailability of Rb1 and rapid elimination of Rg1, which might explain the discrepancy between in vitro and human research. Until more is known, use with caution in patients concurrently taking anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, taking Panax ginseng with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Clinical research suggests that Panax ginseng might decrease blood glucose levels. Monitor blood glucose levels closely.
Caffeine
Theoretically, taking Panax ginseng with caffeine might increase the risk of adverse stimulant effects.
Panax ginseng has been shown to have stimulant effects. Theoretically, caffeine might have an additive effect on the stimulant effects of Panax ginseng.
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates
Theoretically, Panax ginseng might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6. However, research is conflicting.
There is some evidence that Panax ginseng can inhibit the CYP2D6 enzyme by approximately 6%. In addition, in animal research, Panax ginseng inhibits the metabolism of dextromethorphan, a drug metabolized by CYP2D6, by a small amount. However, contradictory research suggests Panax ginseng might not inhibit CYP2D6. Until more is known, use Panax ginseng cautiously in patients taking drugs metabolized by these enzymes.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, Panax ginseng might increase or decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
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.
Estrogens
Theoretically, concomitant use of large amounts of Panax ginseng might interfere with hormone replacement therapy.
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.
Furosemide (Lasix)
Theoretically, Panax ginseng might reduce the effects of furosemide.
There is some concern that Panax ginseng might contribute to furosemide resistance. There is one case of resistance to furosemide diuresis in a patient taking a germanium-containing ginseng product.
Imatinib (Gleevec)
Theoretically, Panax ginseng might increase the effects and adverse effects of imatinib.
A case of imatinib-induced hepatotoxicity has been reported for a 26-year-old male with chronic myelogenous leukemia stabilized on imatinib for 7 years. The patient took imatinib 400 mg along with a Panax ginseng-containing energy drink daily for 3 months. Since imatinib-associated hepatotoxicity typically occurs within 2 years of initiating therapy, it is believed that Panax ginseng affected imatinib toxicity though inhibition of cytochrome P450 3A4. CYP3A4 is the primary enzyme involved in imatinib metabolism.
Immunosuppressants
Theoretically, Panax ginseng use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Panax ginseng might have immune system stimulating properties.
Insulin
Theoretically, taking Panax ginseng with insulin might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Clinical research suggests that Panax ginseng might decrease blood glucose levels. Insulin dose adjustments might be necessary in patients taking Panax ginseng; use with caution.
Midazolam (Versed)
Theoretically, Panax ginseng may increase the clearance of midazolam.
Midazolam is metabolized by cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4). Clinical research suggests 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.
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (Maois)
Theoretically, Panax ginseng can interfere with MAOI therapy.
Concomitant use of Panax ginseng with phenelzine (Nardil) is associated with insomnia, headache, tremors, and hypomania.
Nifedipine (Procardia)
Theoretically, taking Panax ginseng with nifedipine might increase serum levels of nifedipine and the risk of hypotension.
Preliminary clinical research shows that concomitant use can increase serum levels of nifedipine in healthy volunteers. This might cause the blood pressure lowering effects of nifedipine to be increased when taken concomitantly with Panax ginseng.
Qt Interval-Prolonging Drugs
Theoretically, Panax ginseng has an additive effect with drugs that prolong the QT interval and potentially increase the risk of ventricular arrhythmias. However, research is conflicting.
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.
Raltegravir (Isentress)
Theoretically, taking Panax ginseng with raltegravir might increase the risk of liver toxicity.
A case report suggests that concomitant use of Panax ginseng with raltegravir can increase serum levels of raltegravir, resulting in elevated liver enzymes levels.
Selegiline (Eldepryl)
Theoretically, Panax ginseng might increase or decrease levels of selegiline, possibly altering the effects and side effects of selegiline.
Animal research shows that taking selegiline with a low dose of Panax ginseng extract (1 gram/kg) reduces selegiline bioavailability, while taking a high dose of Panax ginseng extract (3 grams/kg) increases selegiline bioavailability. More research is needed to confirm these effects.
Stimulant Drugs
Theoretically, taking Panax ginseng with stimulant drugs might increase the risk of adverse stimulant effects.
Panax ginseng has been shown to have stimulant effects.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Panax ginseng might affect the clearance of warfarin. However, this interaction appears to be unlikely.
There has been a single case report of decreased effectiveness of warfarin in a patient who also took Panax ginseng. However, it is questionable whether Panax ginseng was the cause of this decrease in warfarin effectiveness. Some research in humans and animals suggests that Panax ginseng does not affect the pharmacokinetics of warfarin. However, other research in humans suggests that Panax ginseng might modestly increase the clearance of the S-warfarin isomer. More evidence is needed to determine whether Panax ginseng causes a significant interaction with warfarin.
Fexofenadine (Allegra)
Theoretically, Panax ginseng might decrease blood levels of oral or intravenous fexofenadine.
Animal research suggests that taking Panax ginseng in combination with oral or intravenous fexofenadine may reduce the bioavailability of fexofenadine. Some scientists have attributed this effect to the ability of Panax ginseng to increase the expression of P-glycoprotein.
Lopinavir/Ritonavir (Kaletra)
Although Panax ginseng has demonstrated variable effects on cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4), which metabolizes lopinavir, Panax ginseng is unlikely to alter levels of lopinavir/ritonavir.
Lopinavir is metabolized by CYP3A4 and is administered with the CYP3A4 inhibitor ritonavir to increase its plasma concentrations. Panax ginseng has shown variable effects on CYP3A4 activity in humans. However, taking Panax ginseng (Vitamer Laboratories) 500 mg twice daily for 14 days did not alter the pharmacokinetics of lopinavir/ritonavir in 12 healthy volunteers.
Pomegranate (Punica granatum) fruit extract
Ace Inhibitors (Aceis)
Theoretically, taking pomegranate with ACEIs might increase the risk of adverse effects.
Pomegranate juice is thought to have ACE inhibitor-like effects.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, taking pomegranate with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Consuming pomegranate juice can modestly lower blood pressure.
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates
Theoretically, pomegranate might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
In vitro, pomegranate juice inhibits CYP2D6. However, the clinical significance of this potential interaction in humans is not known.
Rosuvastatin (Crestor)
Theoretically, taking pomegranate with rosuvastatin might increase the risk of adverse effects.
In one case, a patient taking rosuvastatin 5 mg every other day in combination with ezetimibe 10 mg daily developed rhabdomyolysis after drinking pomegranate juice 200 mL twice weekly for 3 weeks. This patient had a history of elevated creatine kinase levels while not receiving any statin treatment. This suggests a possible underlying myopathy and predisposition to rhabdomyolysis.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Theoretically, pomegranate might increase warfarin levels and increase the risk of bleeding. Also, discontinuing regular consumption of pomegranate juice might decrease warfarin levels.
In one case report, a patient had a stable, therapeutic bleeding time, as measured by international normalized ratio (INR), while taking warfarin in combination with pomegranate juice 2-3 times per week. The patient became subtherapeutic within about 10 days after discontinuing pomegranate juice, which required a warfarin dose increase. In another case report, a patient with a stable INR for over one year presented with an INR of 14. The patient noted no changes to medications or diet but did report consuming around 3 liters of pomegranate juice over the previous week. The patient's INR stabilized upon moderation of pomegranate juice consumption. The mechanism of this potential interaction is unclear.
Carbamazepine (Tegretol)
Theoretically, taking pomegranate with carbamazepine might increase the risk of adverse effects, although research suggests this interaction is unlikely to be clinically significant.
Animal research shows that pomegranate juice may inhibit cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) metabolism of carbamazepine and increase levels of carbamazepine by 1.5 times without prolonging the elimination half-life. This suggests that pomegranate juice inhibits intestinal CYP3A4, but might not inhibit hepatic CYP3A4. However, some human research suggests that pomegranate does not significantly inhibit CYP3A4 drug metabolism in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates
Theoretically, pomegranate might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C9.
Some animal and in vitro research shows that pomegranate juice inhibits intestinal, but not hepatic, CYP2C9 isoenzyme activity. However, clinical research shows that neither pomegranate juice nor pomegranate extract have a significant effect on CYP2C9 activity in humans.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, pomegranate might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4, but most research suggests this interaction is unlikely to be clinically significant.
Pomegranate contains several polyphenols that have individually been shown to inhibit CYP3A4. However, there is contradictory evidence about the effect of whole pomegranate juice on CYP3A4 activity. In vitro, pomegranate juice significantly inhibits the CYP3A4 enzyme, with comparable inhibition to grapefruit juice. In an animal model, pomegranate juice inhibits CYP3A4 metabolism of carbamazepine and increases levels of carbamazepine by 1.5 times; however, in human volunteers, drinking a single glass of pomegranate juice 240 mL or taking 200 mL daily for 2 weeks does not significantly affect levels of the CYP3A4 substrate midazolam after oral or intravenous administration. Another study in healthy volunteers shows that consuming pomegranate juice 300 mL three times daily for three days also does not significantly affect levels of simvastatin, a CYP3A4 substrate This suggests that pomegranate is unlikely to significantly affect levels of CYP3A4 substrates in humans.
Tolbutamide (Orinase)
Theoretically, pomegranate might increase levels of tolbutamide, although research suggests this interaction is unlikely to be clinically significant.
Animal research shows that pomegranate juice inhibits the cytochrome P450 2C9 (CYP2C9) metabolism of tolbutamide. Pomegranate juice increased tolbutamide levels by 1.2 times without prolonging the elimination half-life. This suggests that pomegranate juice inhibits intestinal CYP2C9, but might not inhibit hepatic CYP2C9. Despite this evidence, clinical research shows that neither pomegranate juice nor pomegranate extract have a significant effect on CYP2C9 activity in humans. This interaction does not appear to be clinically significant in humans.
Cordyceps Cs-4 Mushroom
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
In vitro and animal research suggests that cordyceps extract inhibits platelet aggregation and function. However, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Immunosuppressants
Theoretically, concurrent use of cordyceps might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Animal and in vitro research suggests that cordyceps stimulates the immune system. However, limited clinical research suggests that taking cordyceps may lower the necessary therapeutic dose of the immunosuppressant cyclosporine, which suggests that cordyceps may have an immunosuppressive effect.
Testosterone
Theoretically, concurrent use of cordyceps and testosterone might have additive effects.
Animal research suggests that cordyceps can increase testosterone levels. The clinical significance of this finding is unclear.
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Cordyceps
Interacts with 249 drugsCordyceps is a fungus used in traditional Chinese medicine for energy, exercise performance, and lung and immune support. Human research is limited and mostly low quality, so its benefits ar...
Read the full Cordyceps monograph → Herb & supplement monographPomegranate
Interacts with 922 drugsPomegranate is a nutrient-rich fruit that is high in antioxidants and is widely enjoyed as food and juice. Early research suggests it may support heart health and blood pressure, but the evi...
Read the full Pomegranate monograph → Herb & supplement monographPanax Ginseng
Interacts with 1,130 drugsPanax 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...
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The 107 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.
Cordyceps 14 references
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