Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed Ingredients & Drug Interactions
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First and foremost: checking Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed 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.
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Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed is a dietary supplement by Mommy Knows Best with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for blood sugar control, boosting breast milk supply, high cholesterol.Based on those ingredients, 417 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Fenugreek, Blessed Thistle powder. 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 product contains 2 active ingredients: fenugreek seed and blessed thistle powder. Fenugreek has been studied for sexual function, sexual arousal, dysmenorrhea (menstrual pain), and diabetes support.
Blessed thistle is traditionally used for digestive comfort, though evidence for its effectiveness is limited. Both are provided as capsules with inactive ingredients (cellulose, silicon dioxide, and magnesium stearate) used as fillers and binders.
Does it work?
Not established
Fenugreek is rated Possibly Effective for sexual dysfunction, sexual arousal, dysmenorrhea, and diabetes. Blessed thistle is listed in the data with Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate for dyspepsia (indigestion), so we don't yet know whether it works for that purpose based on the evidence we hold.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Fenugreek seed is generally well tolerated at food amounts, but supplement doses can cause abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, nausea, and indigestion — and rarely, severe allergic reactions like bronchospasm or anaphylaxis. Infants born to mothers who consumed fenugreek near delivery may have an unusual body odor.
Blessed thistle is often well tolerated in small amounts, but human safety data are limited; larger doses may cause stomach irritation, nausea, or vomiting. Both ingredients are rated Likely Unsafe in pregnancy.
Fenugreek is Possibly Safe during breastfeeding and is traditionally used to support milk supply, though you should discuss it with your healthcare provider first. Blessed thistle safety during breastfeeding is not established in our data — talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before you start, double-check with your pharmacist if you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs like clopidogrel (Plavix) or warfarin (Coumadin), diabetes medications, theophylline, metoprolol or other blood pressure drugs, phenytoin or other seizure medications, sildenafil (Viagra), or heartburn drugs including H2-blockers, antacids, or proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). Fenugreek can amplify or reduce how these drugs work.
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.
This product is marketed to nursing parents, and fenugreek does have some evidence for sexual function and diabetes. If you take blood thinners, diabetes medications, heartburn drugs, seizure medications, or blood pressure pills, check with your pharmacist first — the interactions are real.
Avoid this product in pregnancy. Talk to your healthcare provider about breastfeeding use and whether it's right for your situation.
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Assessment coverage: 2 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 11, 2022.
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 Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Mommy Knows Best |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 100 Vegetable Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Apr 11, 2022 |
| DSLD ID | 257849 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed by Mommy Knows Best, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Fenugreek | 300 mg | -- |
| Blessed Thistle powder | 200 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Cellulose, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate
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Formulation
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed by Mommy Knows Best
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Fenugreek
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 monograph & interactionsBlessed Thistle powder
Interacts with36 drugs
Blessed thistle is a bitter herb traditionally used to stimulate appetite and ease mild digestive complaints. High-quality human studies are lacking,...
Blessed Thistle powder monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Cellulose, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed by Mommy Knows Best Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed by Mommy Knows Best has documented interactions with medications, primarily from fenugreek.
The most serious concern is fenugreek's Moderate interaction with blood thinners (anticoagulants) and antiplatelet drugs like clopidogrel (Plavix) — fenugreek may amplify their blood-thinning effects or interfere with how clopidogrel becomes active in your body.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Fenugreek also interacts Moderately with diabetes drugs, theophylline (used for breathing), warfarin (Coumadin), metoprolol (a blood pressure medication), phenytoin (an anti-seizure drug), and sildenafil (Viagra). With diabetes medications, fenugreek can lower blood sugar further; it may reduce the effectiveness of theophylline and phenytoin; and it could amplify blood pressure drops or reduce how well sildenafil works.
Blessed thistle carries Minor interactions with heartburn medications: H2-blockers, antacids, and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) — blessed thistle may reduce their effectiveness by increasing stomach acid. Altogether, these interactions span 414 individual medications.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed interact with 417 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
2 of the 2 ingredients in Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Fenugreek Blessed Thistle powder
AbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Abciximab interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Abrocitinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might have additive hypoglycemic effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Acarbose interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, IbuprofenCombogesic
How Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionAcetohexamideDymelor
How Acetohexamide interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might have additive hypoglycemic effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Acetohexamide interactionAcetylsalicylic AcidEntrophen
How Acetylsalicylic Acid interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Acetylsalicylic Acid interactionAlbiglutideTanzeum
How Albiglutide interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might have additive hypoglycemic effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Albiglutide interactionAlogliptinNesina
How Alogliptin interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might have additive hypoglycemic effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Alogliptin interactionAlogliptin, MetforminKazano
How Alogliptin, Metformin interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might have additive hypoglycemic effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Alogliptin, Metformin interactionAlogliptin, PioglitazoneOseni
How Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might have additive hypoglycemic effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interactionAlteplase, TpaActilyse, Activase
How Alteplase, Tpa interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Alteplase, Tpa interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #2
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionBlessed Thistle PowderAntacids Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, blessed thistle might decrease the effectiveness of antacids.
Read the full Blessed Thistle Powder + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionBlessed Thistle PowderAntacids Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, blessed thistle might decrease the effectiveness of antacids.
Read the full Blessed Thistle Powder + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAnacaulase-bcdbNexoBrid
How Anacaulase-bcdb interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Anacaulase-bcdb interactionAnagrelideAgrylin
How Anagrelide interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Anagrelide interactionAnisindioneMiradon
How Anisindione interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Anisindione interactionAntidiabetes, Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (dpp-iv) InhibitorGlyxambi
How Antidiabetes, Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (dpp-iv) Inhibitor interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might have additive hypoglycemic effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Antidiabetes, Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (dpp-iv) Inhibitor interactionAntithrombin IiiThrombate III
How Antithrombin Iii interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Antithrombin Iii interactionApixabanEliquis
How Apixaban interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Apixaban interactionArgatrobanArgatroban
How Argatroban interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Argatroban interactionAspirinAngettes 75, ASA, Asaphen, Aspirin, Caprin, Cartia +8 more
How Aspirin interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Aspirin interactionAspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #3
How Aspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Aspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionBlessed Thistle PowderAntacids Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, blessed thistle might decrease the effectiveness of antacids.
Read the full Blessed Thistle Powder + Aspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAspirin, ButalbitalAxotal
How Aspirin, Butalbital interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Aspirin, Butalbital interactionAspirin, Butalbital, CaffeineFiorinal
How Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine PhosphateFiorinal w/ Codeine
How Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine Phosphate interactionAspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, PhenacetinMarnal
How Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, Phenacetin interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, Phenacetin interactionAspirin, CaffeineAnacin
How Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Aspirin, Caffeine interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed 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.
Fenugreek
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.
Blessed Thistle powder
Antacids
Theoretically, blessed thistle might decrease the effectiveness of antacids.
There are reports that blessed thistle increases stomach acid.
H2-Blockers
Theoretically, blessed thistle might decrease the effectiveness of H2-blockers.
There are reports that blessed thistle increases stomach acid.
Proton Pump Inhibitors (Ppis)
Theoretically, blessed thistle might decrease the effectiveness of PPIs.
There are reports that blessed thistle increases stomach acid.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed, from the product label.
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The Full Monographs Behind Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Fenugreek
Interacts with 389 drugsFenugreek is a common kitchen spice that is also taken as a supplement, mainly for blood sugar, cholesterol, and to support breast milk production. Some early research is encouraging for blo...
Read the full Fenugreek monograph → Herb & supplement monographBlessed Thistle
Interacts with 36 drugsBlessed thistle is a bitter herb traditionally used to stimulate appetite and ease mild digestive complaints. High-quality human studies are lacking, so its benefits are not well proven. It...
Read the full Blessed Thistle monograph →Sources & How We Checked
Blessed Thistle Herb + Fenugreek Seed'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.
The 32 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
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