CardioPro Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking CardioPro 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
CardioPro is a dietary supplement by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs with 4 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for fatigue and low energy, stress and coping (adaptogen), mental performance and focus.Based on those ingredients, 1,322 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract, Gynostemma leaf extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of CardioPro by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs
Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.
What’s inside
Low disclosure
CardioPro has 4 active ingredients. The main ones are Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract, Gynostemma leaf extract (listed twice in slightly different forms), and Duanwood Reishi Fruiting Body Extract.
A proprietary blend of these is also included. The product also contains inactive ingredients — pullulan polysaccharide, rice powder, bamboo extract, and rice extract blend — which are fillers and capsule materials.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for rhodiola is incomplete in our data. We hold insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for altitude sickness, anxiety, arrhythmia, athletic performance, or bladder cancer.
For gynostemma leaf extract, clinical research suggests it may be possibly effective for diabetes, but evidence is insufficient for athletic performance, cancer, cardiovascular disease, fatty liver disease, or respiratory infections. The reishi data we hold doesn't include effectiveness ratings.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Both rhodiola and gynostemma are generally well tolerated for short-term use, but long-term safety hasn't been well studied. The most common side effects from rhodiola are dizziness and changes in saliva production (dry mouth or excessive saliva).
Gynostemma may cause diarrhea, nausea, dry mouth, dizziness, or insomnia. For pregnancy: safety data advises against using rhodiola or gynostemma during pregnancy.
For breastfeeding: the safety data advises against both ingredients while nursing. We have no pregnancy or breastfeeding data on file for reishi.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before you take CardioPro, double-check if you're on blood pressure medications (antihypertensive drugs), blood thinners (anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs), diabetes medications, or immune-suppressing drugs. Rhodiola also affects how your liver breaks down certain medications, so any medication metabolized by the liver is worth reviewing with your pharmacist.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
CardioPro combines traditional Chinese herbs, but if you take blood pressure medications, blood thinners, diabetes drugs, or immune-suppressing medications, you need to check this product first. Talk with your pharmacist or doctor before starting — especially if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Assessment coverage: 3 of 4 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jul 25, 2024.
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 CardioPro, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 679372001962 |
| Net contents | 100 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jul 25, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 316858 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for CardioPro by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Proprietary Extract Blend | 1500 mg | -- |
| Gynostemma leaf extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Duanwood Reishi Fruiting Body Extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: Pullulan Polysaccharide, Rice, Powder, Bamboo Extract, Powder, Rice extract Blend
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FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Formulation
CardioPro is a premium adaptogenic formulation made from the finest Chinese tonic herbs. This formulation is both safe and effective.
Pullulan caps - 100% natural, water-soluble polysaccharide produced through a fermentation process; vegetable origin; non-GMO; no starch, preservatives or chemical modifications; gluten free.
Brand IP Statement(s)
Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs Health Deserves Cultivation
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
General Statements
CardioPro 100 Vegetarian Capsules, 500 mg each
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: Take 3 capsules, 2 times per day or as directed by a healthcare professional.
Formula
Pullulan caps - 100% natural, water-soluble polysaccharide produced through a fermentation process; vegetable origin; non-GMO; no starch, preservatives or chemical modifications; gluten free.
Precautions
Keep out of the reach of children.
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CardioPro by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in CardioPro by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs
These are the 4 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size3 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container33 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.
Proprietary Extract Blend
- › Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract
- › Gynostemma leaf extract
- › Duanwood Reishi Fruiting Body Extract
- › Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder
Other (inactive) ingredients: Pullulan Polysaccharide, Rice, Powder, Bamboo Extract, Powder, Rice extract Blend. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
CardioPro by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
CardioPro by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs contains two ingredients with documented interactions, and one we couldn't check.
The most serious concern involves rhodiola, which theoretically increases the risk of low blood pressure (hypotension) when combined with blood pressure medications (antihypertensive drugs). Rhodiola also affects how your body metabolizes certain medications, which could raise their levels in your bloodstream.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Gynostemma leaf extract, which appears twice in this formula, interacts with blood thinners (anticoagulant/antiplatelet drugs) and theoretically increases bleeding risk. It may also reduce the effectiveness of immune-suppressing medications and raise the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) if you take diabetes medications.
Both rhodiola and gynostemma can lower blood sugar on their own, so that's a compounding concern.
We also have Duanwood Reishi Fruiting Body Extract in the formula, but we couldn't check it — no interaction data is on file for that ingredient. Altogether, these interactions span 1,304 individual medications.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in CardioPro interact with 1,322 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
2 of the 4 ingredients in CardioPro interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract Gynostemma leaf extract
6-mercaptopurinePurinethol
How 6-mercaptopurine interacts with CardioPro — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Tibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + 6-mercaptopurine interactionGynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might decrease the effectiveness of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + 6-mercaptopurine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with CardioPro — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Abciximab interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with CardioPro — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Tibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractImmunosuppressants, Cytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Abrocitinib interactionGynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Immunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Abrocitinib interactionAcalabrutinibCalquence
How Acalabrutinib interacts with CardioPro — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Tibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, P-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Acalabrutinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with CardioPro — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Tibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking rhodiola with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Acarbose interactionGynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Acarbose interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with CardioPro — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Tibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking rhodiola with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Acebutolol interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with CardioPro — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with CardioPro — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionTibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with CardioPro — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionTibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, IbuprofenCombogesic
How Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interacts with CardioPro — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionTibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionAcetazolamideAk-Zol, Diamox
How Acetazolamide interacts with CardioPro — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Tibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractCns Depressants, Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase the risk of adverse effects when taken with CNS depressants.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Acetazolamide interactionAcetohexamideDymelor
How Acetohexamide interacts with CardioPro — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Acetohexamide interactionTibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking rhodiola with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Acetohexamide interactionAcetylsalicylic AcidEntrophen
How Acetylsalicylic Acid interacts with CardioPro — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Acetylsalicylic Acid interactionAdalimumabHumira
How Adalimumab interacts with CardioPro — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Tibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Adalimumab interactionGynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might decrease the effectiveness of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Adalimumab interactionAdalimumab-adazHyrimoz
How Adalimumab-adaz interacts with CardioPro — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might decrease the effectiveness of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Adalimumab-adaz interactionTibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Adalimumab-adaz interactionAdalimumab-adbmCyltezo
How Adalimumab-adbm interacts with CardioPro — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Tibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Adalimumab-adbm interactionGynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might decrease the effectiveness of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Adalimumab-adbm interactionAdalimumab-afzbAbrilada
How Adalimumab-afzb interacts with CardioPro — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might decrease the effectiveness of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Adalimumab-afzb interactionTibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Adalimumab-afzb interactionAdalimumab-attoAmjevita
How Adalimumab-atto interacts with CardioPro — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Tibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Adalimumab-atto interactionGynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might decrease the effectiveness of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Adalimumab-atto interactionAdalimumab-bwwdHadlima
How Adalimumab-bwwd interacts with CardioPro — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might decrease the effectiveness of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Adalimumab-bwwd interactionTibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Adalimumab-bwwd interactionAdalimumab-fkjpHulio
How Adalimumab-fkjp interacts with CardioPro — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Tibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Adalimumab-fkjp interactionGynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might decrease the effectiveness of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Adalimumab-fkjp interactionAerosphere Budesonide, Formoterol Fumarate, GlycopyrrolateBreztri
How Aerosphere Budesonide, Formoterol Fumarate, Glycopyrrolate interacts with CardioPro — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Tibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C9.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Aerosphere Budesonide, Formoterol Fumarate, Glycopyrrolate interactionAfatinib DimaleateGilotrif
How Afatinib Dimaleate interacts with CardioPro — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Tibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractP-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of P-glycoprotein substrates.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Afatinib Dimaleate interactionAgomelatineValdoxan
How Agomelatine interacts with CardioPro — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Tibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Antidepressant Drugs +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Agomelatine interactionAlbiglutideTanzeum
How Albiglutide interacts with CardioPro — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Albiglutide interactionTibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking rhodiola with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Albiglutide interactionAlefaceptAmevive
How Alefacept interacts with CardioPro — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might decrease the effectiveness of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Alefacept interactionTibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Alefacept interactionAlemtuzumabCampath
How Alemtuzumab interacts with CardioPro — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Tibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Alemtuzumab interactionGynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might decrease the effectiveness of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Alemtuzumab interactionAliskirenTekturna
How Aliskiren interacts with CardioPro — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Tibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Aliskiren interactionAlogliptinNesina
How Alogliptin interacts with CardioPro — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Tibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking rhodiola with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Alogliptin interactionGynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Alogliptin interactionAlogliptin, MetforminKazano
How Alogliptin, Metformin interacts with CardioPro — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Tibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking rhodiola with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Alogliptin, Metformin interactionGynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Alogliptin, Metformin interactionAlogliptin, PioglitazoneOseni
How Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interacts with CardioPro — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gynostemma Leaf Extract, PowderAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, jiaogulan might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Gynostemma Leaf Extract, Powder + Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interactionTibetan Rhodiola Root ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Antidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract + Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in CardioPro 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.
Tibetan Rhodiola Root Extract
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, taking rhodiola with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
In vitro and animal research shows that rhodiola extract can decrease blood glucose due to alpha-glucosidase activity.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, taking rhodiola with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
In vitro and animal research shows that rhodiola extract inhibits angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) and might lower blood pressure.
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C9.
In vitro research shows that rhodiola inhibits CYP2C9. This effect is highly variable and appears to be dependent on the rhodiola product studied. Also, a clinical study in healthy young males found that taking rhodiola extract 290 mg daily for 14 days reduces the metabolism of losartan, a CYP2C9 substrate, by 21% after 4 hours.
Immunosuppressants
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
In vitro and animal research show that rhodiola has immunostimulatory effects.
Losartan (Cozaar)
Rhodiola might increase the levels and adverse effects of losartan.
A clinical study in healthy young males found that taking rhodiola extract 290 mg daily for 14 days reduces the metabolism of losartan, a CYP2C9 substrate, by 21% after 4 hours.
P-Glycoprotein Substrates
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of P-glycoprotein substrates.
In vitro research shows that rhodiola inhibits P-glycoprotein. Theoretically, using rhodiola with P-glycoprotein substrates might increase drug levels and potentially increase the risk of adverse effects.
Antidepressant Drugs
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase the risk of adverse effects when taken with antidepressants.
A review of adverse event reports in Poland identified cases of tachyarrhythmias, myalgia, arthralgia, gum pain, restless leg syndrome, swallowing disorders, and changes in consciousness when rhodiola was taken in combination with paroxetine, escitalopram, fluoxetine, sertraline, trazodone, and/or duloxetine.
Cns Depressants
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase the risk of adverse effects when taken with CNS depressants.
A review of adverse event reports in Poland identified cases of excessive sedation, myoclonus, hypotension, and hallucinations when rhodiola was taken with haloperidol, diazepam, or alprazolam.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
In vitro research shows that rhodiola inhibits CYP1A2. This effect is highly variable and appears to be dependent on the rhodiola product studied. However, a clinical study in healthy young males found that taking rhodiola extract 290 mg daily for 14 days does not inhibit the metabolism of caffeine, a CYP1A2 substrate.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
In vitro research shows that rhodiola inhibits CYP3A4. This effect is highly variable and appears to be dependent on the rhodiola product studied. However, a clinical study in healthy young males found that taking rhodiola extract 290 mg daily for 14 days does not inhibit the metabolism of midazolam, a CYP3A4 substrate.
Gynostemma leaf extract
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, jiaogulan might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro research suggests that jiaogulan has antiplatelet effects.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, jiaogulan might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Clinical research shows that jiaogulan can lower blood glucose levels.
Immunosuppressants
Theoretically, jiaogulan might decrease the effectiveness of immunosuppressive therapy.
Clinical and animal studies suggest that jiaogulan can stimulate the immune system.
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Rhodiola
Interacts with 1,271 drugsRhodiola is an herb traditionally used to fight fatigue and help the body cope with stress. Some small studies suggest it may modestly reduce fatigue and improve mood, but the evidence is li...
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Interacts with 327 drugsJiaogulan is a climbing vine used in traditional Chinese medicine as an adaptogen and for heart, blood sugar, and cholesterol support. Early human and animal studies are promising for some u...
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The 21 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.
Rhodiola 13 references
- Kim SH, Hyun SH, Choung SY. Antioxidative effects of Cinnamomi cassiae and Rhodiola rosea extracts in liver of diabetic mice. Biofactors 2006;26:209-19.
- Kwon YI, Jang HD, Shetty K. Evaluation of Rhodiola crenulata and Rhodiola rosea for management of type II diabetes and hypertension. Asia Pac J Clin Nutr 2006;15:425-32.
- Bystritsky A, Kerwin L, Feusner JD. A pilot study of Rhodiola rosea (Rhodax) for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). J Altern Complement Med 2008;14:175-80.
- Shevtsov VA, Zholus BI, Shervarly VI, et al. A randomized trial of two different doses of a SHR-5 Rhodiola rosea extract versus placebo and control of capacity for mental work. Phytomedicine 2003;10:95-105. PubMed
- Apostolidis E, Kwon YI, Shetty K. Potential of cranberry-based herbal synergies for diabetes and hypertension management. Asia Pac J Clin Nutr 2006;15:433-41.
- Hellum BH, Tosse A, Hoybakk K, et al. Potent in vitro inhibition of CYP3A4 and P-glycoprotein by Rhodiola rosea. Planta Med 2010;76:331-8.
- Skopriska-Rozewska E, Wojcik R, Siwicki AK, et al. The effect of Rhodiola quadrifida extracts on cellular immunity in mice and rats. Pol J Vet Sci 2008;11:105-11.
- Mishra KP, Chanda S, Shukla K, Ganju L. Adjuvant effect of aqueous extract of Rhodiola imbricate rhizome on the immune responses to tetanus toxoid and ovalbumin in rats. Immunopharmacol Immunotoxicol 2010;32:141-6.
- Li HX, Sze SC, Tong Y, Ng TB. Production of Th1- and Th2-dependent cytokines induced by the Chinese medicine herb, Rhodiola algida, on human peripheral blood monocytes. J Ethnopharmacol 2009;123:257-66. PubMed
- Mishra KP, Ganju L, Chanda S, et al. Aqueous extract of Rhodiola imbricate rhizome stimulates Toll-like receptor 4, granzyme-B and Th1 cytokines in vitro. Immunobiology 2009;214:27-31.
- Thu OK, Nilsen OG, Hellum B. In vitro inhibition of cytochrome P-450 activities and quantification of constituents in a selection of commercial Rhodiola rosea products. Pharm Bio. 2016 Dec;54(12):3249-3256.
- Thu OK, Spigset O, Nilsen OG, Hellum B. Effect of commercial Rhodiola rosea on CYP enzyme activity in humans. Eur J Clin Pharmacol. 2016 Mar;72(3):295-300. PubMed
- Woron J, Siwek M. Unwanted effects of psychotropic drug interactions with medicinal products and diet supplements containing plant extracts. Psychiatr Pol 2018;52(6):983-96. PubMed
Jiaogulan 8 references
- The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
- Tan H, Liu ZL, Liu MJ. [Antithrombotic effect of Gynostemma pentaphyllum]. Zhingguo Zhong Xi Yi Jie He Za Zhi 1993;13:278-80.
- Chan LY, Chiu PY, Lau TK. An in-vitro study of ginsenoside Rb(1)-induced teratogenicity using a whole rat embryo culture model. Hum Reprod 2003;18:2166-8..
- Huyen VT, Phan DV, Thang P, Hoa NK, Ostenson CG. Gynostemma pentaphyllum Tea Improves Insulin Sensitivity in Type 2 Diabetic Patients. J Nutr Metab. 2013;2013:765383. doi: 10.1155/2013/765383.
- Li Y, Lin W, Huang J, Xie Y, Ma W. Anti-cancer effects of Gynostemma pentaphyllum (Thunb.) Makino (Jiaogulan). Chin Med. 2016 Sep 27;11:43. Review. PubMed
- Huyen VT, Phan DV, Thang P, Ky PT, Hoa NK, Ostenson CG. Antidiabetic effect of add-on Gynostemma pentaphyllum extract therapy with sulfonylureas in type 2 diabetic patients. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med 2012; 452313.
- Huyen VT, Phan DV, Thang P, Hoa NK, Ostenson CG. Antidiabetic effect of Gynostemma pentaphyllum tea in randomly assigned type 2 diabetic patients. Horm Metab Res. 2010;42(5):353-7.
- Rao A, Clayton P, Briskey D. The effect of an orally-dosed Gynostemma pentaphyllum extract (ActivAMP®) on body composition in overweight, adult men and women: a double-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled study. J Hum Nutr Diet 2021.
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