Anabolic Primer Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Anabolic Primer 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
Anabolic Primer is a dietary supplement by GNC Beyond Raw with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for blood sugar control, boosting breast milk supply, high cholesterol.Based on those ingredients, 389 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Fenugreek seed extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Anabolic Primer by GNC Beyond Raw
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What’s inside
Full disclosure
Anabolic Primer contains one active ingredient: fenugreek seed extract. Fenugreek is a legume used traditionally to support blood sugar control, sexual function, and menstrual comfort.
The product also includes inactive ingredients — cellulose, gelatin, titanium dioxide, and food colorants (FD&C Blue #1 and FD&C Red #40) — which are fillers and capsule materials.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for fenugreek seed extract in this product is described as possibly effective for sexual dysfunction, sexual arousal, dysmenorrhea (painful periods), and diabetes. What that means: there's some clinical research supporting its use for these purposes, but the evidence isn't strong or complete enough to call it definitively effective.
If you're considering it for any of these reasons, talk with your pharmacist or doctor about whether the current research fits your situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Fenugreek seed is generally well tolerated in food amounts, but supplement doses at the level in this product may cause side effects. The most common ones are abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, indigestion, gas, and nausea.
Rarely, severe allergic reactions — including swelling of the throat (angioedema), bronchospasm, and shock — have been reported. The safety data advises against medicinal use of fenugreek during pregnancy because it may affect the uterus; infants born after maternal fenugreek use have had an unusual body odor that could be mistaken for a serious metabolic condition.
For breastfeeding, evidence is limited, so discuss with your provider first if you're considering it to boost milk supply.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking this product, check with your pharmacist if you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (warfarin, clopidogrel, aspirin, others), diabetes medications, theophylline, metoprolol, phenytoin, or sildenafil. Fenugreek may change how these work in ways that matter.
All of these interactions are Moderate severity.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Anabolic Primer may help with sexual function, blood sugar, or period pain, but the evidence is moderate at best. Its main concern is interactions with blood thinners and several other common medications.
If you take any prescription drugs — especially anticoagulants, diabetes medications, or seizure or asthma drugs — check them first. Avoid this product during pregnancy, and talk with your pharmacist before starting if you're breastfeeding or have any health conditions.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 24, 2016.
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 Anabolic Primer, straight from the product label.
| Brand | GNC Beyond Raw |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 30 Pack(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Aug 24, 2016 |
| DSLD ID | 63773 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult Male (18-50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Anabolic Primer by GNC Beyond Raw, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Fenugreek seed extract | 600 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Cellulose, Gelatin, Titanium Dioxide, FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Red #40
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Formula
Beyond RAW Re-Loaded is GNC's ultra, hardcore Performance Vitapak Program designed by hardcore athletes for hardcore athletes to dominate your workouts!
Each pack contains: Hardcore Multivitamin mTOR Matrix N.O. Push Anabolic Primer Raw Digestive Complex Triple Strength Fish Oil
Featuring mTOR matrix to stimulate muscle protein anabolism with D-Aspartic Acid, BCAA and L-Carnitine Loaded with a multivitamin blend, 900mg omega-3 & raw digestive complex to supplement hardcore training regimens
Brand IP Statement(s)
With revolutionary and proven ingredients Re-Loaded combines the most comprehensive formulas that target genetic pathways to help create an anabolic environment, maximize muscle protein synthesis and boost anti-catabolic primers. Beyond RAW Re-Loaded with a Nitro-Factor of 3 grams helps fuel performance and anabolism.
One pak. Extreme dose. Thirty days of intense, powerful, Re-Loaded workouts.
Ultra hardcore performance Vitapak program
Nitro-Factor 3g
General Statements
Anabolic Primer - This proven hardcore extract supports anabolic factors to prime your body.
GNC Quality Commitment For more than 77 years, GNC has been the leader in the development of superior nutritional supplements. Our products are produced using only fresh, high-quality ingredients and are manufactured under the strictest quality controls. GNC Guarantee If you are not 100% completely satisfied, return the unused portion of the product with your receipt to a GNC store within 30 days. Our trained sales staff will either refund your purchase price or, if you prefer, assist you in finding a replacement product to help you LIVE WELL.
NEW
Advanced performance enhancing system provides 70+ ingredients to prime your body with hardcore muscle fuel Next generation anabolic fuel to help target genetic pathways to support insulin production
Conforms to USP <2091> for weight. Meets USP <2040> disintegration.
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.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
General
Code 985311 KNG
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement, take the contents of one pack daily with food.
Precautions
Warning: Consult your physician prior to using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, under the age of 18, or have a medical condition.
Warning: Consult your physician prior to using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, under the age of 18, or have a medical condition.
Discontinue use two weeks prior to surgery.
Keep out of reach of children.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
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Anabolic Primer by GNC Beyond Raw label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Anabolic Primer by GNC Beyond Raw
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Serving size2 Red Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Amounts shown are per serving.
Fenugreek seed extract
Interacts with389 drugs
Fenugreek is a common kitchen spice that is also taken as a supplement, mainly for blood sugar, cholesterol, and to support breast milk production. So...
Fenugreek seed extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Cellulose, Gelatin, Titanium Dioxide, FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Red #40. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Anabolic Primer by GNC Beyond Raw Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Anabolic Primer by GNC Beyond Raw contains fenugreek seed extract, which has documented interactions with a number of medications.
The most serious concern is with blood thinners and antiplatelet drugs — fenugreek may add to their effects, raising your bleeding risk. This includes warfarin (Coumadin), clopidogrel (Plavix), and other anticoagulants or antiplatelet agents.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Fenugreek also interacts with diabetes medications (it can lower blood sugar further), theophylline (an asthma and breathing medication), metoprolol (a blood pressure drug), phenytoin (an anti-seizure medication), and sildenafil (Viagra). All of these are Moderate-severity interactions — meaning the ingredient may reduce how well some drugs work or amplify their effects in ways that matter clinically.
Altogether, these interactions span 386 individual medications. Before you start this product, check your exact medications with the tool on this page — especially if you take a blood thinner, diabetes medication, or any of the drugs listed above.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Anabolic Primer interact with 389 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Anabolic Primer interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Fenugreek seed extract
Aspirin, Caffeine, Codeine PhosphateAnacin w/ Codeine
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Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Caffeine, Codeine Phosphate interactionAspirin, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine BitartrateSynalgos DC
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Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine Bitartrate interactionAspirin, Caffeine, Dover's PwdAcedoval, Dovacet
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Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Caffeine, Dover's Pwd interactionAspirin, Caffeine, HydrocodoneDamason-P
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Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Caffeine, Hydrocodone interactionAspirin, Caffeine, Isobutylallylbarbituric Acid, PhenacetinLanorinal
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Isobutylallylbarbituric Acid, Phenacetin interacts with Anabolic Primer — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Caffeine, Isobutylallylbarbituric Acid, Phenacetin interactionAspirin, Caffeine, OrphenadrineInvagesic, Invagesic Forte, Norgesic, Norgesic Forte, Orphengesic, Orphengesic Forte
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Orphenadrine interacts with Anabolic Primer — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Caffeine, Orphenadrine interactionAspirin, Caffeine, Phenacetin, PropoxypheneMargesic Comp. 65
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Phenacetin, Propoxyphene interacts with Anabolic Primer — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Caffeine, Phenacetin, Propoxyphene interactionAspirin, Calcium Carbonate, Magnesium Carbonate, Magnesium OxideBufferin
How Aspirin, Calcium Carbonate, Magnesium Carbonate, Magnesium Oxide interacts with Anabolic Primer — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Calcium Carbonate, Magnesium Carbonate, Magnesium Oxide interactionAspirin, CarisoprodolSoma Compound
How Aspirin, Carisoprodol interacts with Anabolic Primer — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Carisoprodol interactionAspirin, Carisoprodol, Codeine PhosphateSoma Compound w/ Codeine
How Aspirin, Carisoprodol, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Anabolic Primer — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Carisoprodol, Codeine Phosphate interactionAspirin, Chlorpheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineAlka-Seltzer Plus Cold
How Aspirin, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Anabolic Primer — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAspirin, Citric Acid, Sodium BicarbonateAlka-Seltzer Pain Reliever and Antacid
How Aspirin, Citric Acid, Sodium Bicarbonate interacts with Anabolic Primer — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Citric Acid, Sodium Bicarbonate interactionAspirin, Codeine PhosphateAspirin w/ Codeine
How Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Anabolic Primer — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate interactionAspirin, Codeine Phosphate, MethocarbamolRobaxisal C
How Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Methocarbamol interacts with Anabolic Primer — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Methocarbamol interactionAspirin, Codeine Phosphate, PhenobarbitalPhenaphen
How Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Phenobarbital interacts with Anabolic Primer — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Phenobarbital interactionAspirin, Diphenhydramine, PhenylpropanolamineAlka Seltzer Plus Night Time Effervescent
How Aspirin, Diphenhydramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Anabolic Primer — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Diphenhydramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAspirin, DipyridamoleAggrenox, Asasantin Retard
How Aspirin, Dipyridamole interacts with Anabolic Primer — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Dipyridamole interactionAspirin, Ethoheptazine, MeprobamateEquagesic
How Aspirin, Ethoheptazine, Meprobamate interacts with Anabolic Primer — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Ethoheptazine, Meprobamate interactionAspirin, HydrocodoneAlor 5 500, Lortab ASA
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Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Hydrocodone interactionAspirin, MeprobamateMicrainin
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Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Meprobamate interactionAspirin, MethocarbamolRobaxisal
How Aspirin, Methocarbamol interacts with Anabolic Primer — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Methocarbamol interactionAspirin, OmeprazoleYosprala
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Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Omeprazole interactionAspirin, OxycodonePercodan
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Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Oxycodone interactionAspirin, PentazocineTalwin Compound
How Aspirin, Pentazocine interacts with Anabolic Primer — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Aspirin, Pentazocine interactionBetrixabanBevyxxa
How Betrixaban interacts with Anabolic Primer — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Betrixaban interactionBivalirudinAngiomax, Angiomax Rtu, Angiox
How Bivalirudin interacts with Anabolic Primer — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Bivalirudin interactionBromfenac SodiumBromsite, Prolensa
How Bromfenac Sodium interacts with Anabolic Primer — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Bromfenac Sodium interactionCabliviCablivi
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Fenugreek Seed ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Cablivi interactionCanagliflozinInvokana
How Canagliflozin interacts with Anabolic Primer — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fenugreek Seed ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might have additive hypoglycemic effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Canagliflozin interactionCanagliflozin, MetforminInvokamet
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Fenugreek Seed ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might have additive hypoglycemic effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek Seed Extract + Canagliflozin, Metformin interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Anabolic Primer with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Fenugreek seed extract
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Some of the constituents in fenugreek have antiplatelet effects in animal and in vitro research. However, common fenugreek products might not contain sufficient concentrations of these constituents for clinical effects. A clinical study in patients with coronary artery disease or diabetes shows that taking fenugreek seed powder 2.5 grams twice daily for 3 months does not affect platelet aggregation, fibrinolytic activity, or fibrinogen levels .
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might have additive hypoglycemic effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Clinical research shows that fenugreek seed can reduce fasting blood glucose and 2-hour postprandial glucose levels in adults with type 2 diabetes.
Clopidogrel (Plavix)
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might alter the clinical effects of clopidogrel by inhibiting its conversion to the active form.
Animal research shows that fenugreek seed 200 mg/kg daily for 14 days increases the maximum serum concentration of clopidogrel by 21%. It is unclear how this affects the pharmacokinetics of the active metabolite of clopidogrel; however, this study found that concomitant use of fenugreek seed and clopidogrel prolonged bleeding time by an additional 11%.
Metoprolol (Toprol)
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might have additive hypotensive effects when used with metoprolol.
Animal research shows that fenugreek seed 300 mg/kg daily for 2 weeks decreases systolic and diastolic blood pressure by 9% and 11%, respectively, when administered alone, and by 15% and 22%, respectively, when given with metoprolol 10 mg/kg.
Phenytoin (Dilantin)
Theoretically, fenugreek might decrease plasma levels of phenytoin.
Animal research shows that taking fenugreek seeds for 1 week decreases maximum concentrations and the area under the curve of a single dose of phenytoin by 44% and 72%, respectively. This seems to be related to increased clearance. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Sildenafil (Viagra)
Theoretically, concurrent use of sildenafil and fenugreek might reduce levels and therapeutic effects of sildenafil.
Animal research shows that taking fenugreek seeds for 1 week reduces maximum concentrations and the area under the curve of a single dose of sildenafil by 27% and 48%, respectively. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Theophylline
Theoretically, fenugreek may reduce the levels and clinical effects of theophylline.
Animal research shows that fenugreek 50 grams daily for 7 days reduces the maximum serum concentration (Cmax) of theophylline by 28% and the area under the plasma drug concentration-time curve (AUC) by 22%.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects with warfarin and increase the international normalized ratio (INR).
Some fenugreek constituents have antiplatelet effects, although these might not be present in concentrations that are clinically significant. In one case report, a patient taking warfarin experienced an increased INR when starting to take fenugreek in combination with boldo.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Fenugreek may also have an additive effect on blood pressure-lowering medications. Studies on animals have shown that fenugreek seed can decrease both systolic and diastolic blood pressure by up to 22% when combined with metoprolol. Therefore, it is essential to monitor your blood pressure regularly if you are taking fenugreek and metoprolol together or any other antihypertensive drugs.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Anabolic Primer, from the product label.
GNC Beyond Raw
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- General Nutrition Corporation
- City
- Pittsburgh
- State
- PA
- ZipCode
- 15222
- Phone Number
- 1-888-462-2548
- Web Address
- gnc.com
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Anabolic Primer's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.
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The 30 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.
Fenugreek 30 references
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- Sharma RD, Raghuram TC, Rao NS. Effect of fenugreek seeds on blood glucose and serum lipids in type I diabetes. Eur J Clin Nutr 1990;44:301-6.
- Patil SP, Niphadkar PV, Bapat MM. Allergy to fenugreek (Trigonella foenum graecum). Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol 1997;78:297-300. PubMed
- Lambert J, Cormier J. Potential interaction between warfarin and boldo-fenugreek. Pharmacotherapy 2001;21:509-12. PubMed
- Bordia A, Verma SK, Srivastava KC. Effect of ginger (Zingiber officinale Rosc.) and fenugreek (Trigonella foenumgraecum L.) on blood lipids, blood sugar and platelet aggregation in patients with coronary artery disease. Prostaglandins Leukot Essent Fatty PubMed
- Yalcin SS, Tekinalp G, Ozalp I. Peculiar odor of traditional food and maple syrup urine disease. Pediatr Int 1999;41:108-9. PubMed
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