Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support 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
Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support is a dietary supplement by Physician's Preference with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for antioxidant support, heart and circulation health, vein problems (such as varicose veins).Based on those ingredients, 934 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are MegaNatural-BP, Hawthorne Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support by Physician's Preference
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
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Why this rating?
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Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.
Why this rating?
- The label discloses an exact amount for 2 of its 2 active ingredients.
- No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.
At least one ingredient has a documented Major-severity interaction. Check your medications for a personalized result.
Why this rating?
- 2 of the 2 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Grape, Hawthorn.
- The most serious interaction on file is rated Major.
- Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; immunosuppressants / transplant drugs; heart-rhythm medications.
- For scale: 935 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 2 of the 2 matched ingredients.
- Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 2 of 2.
- General safety write-ups exist for 2 of 2.
- Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.
HelloPharmacist summaryFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Assessment coverage: 2 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 23, 2014.
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 Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Physician's Preference |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 811749011314 |
| Net contents | 90 Vcap(s)(R) |
| Market status | Off market |
| Date entered into DSLD | May 23, 2014 |
| DSLD ID | 32964 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support by Physician's Preference, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| MegaNatural-BP | 150 mg | -- |
| Hawthorne Extract | 300 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Cellulose, Rice Flour, Magnesium Stearate, Silica
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Formulation
Contains no: sugar, salt, yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, shellfish or preservatives.
Vegetarian/Vegan Product.
Formula
Herbal
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 Vcap(R) 1 t 2 times daily. Consider taking this product with 400-800 mg of Magnesium Citrate daily.
Precautions
Caution: Do Not Eat Freshness Packet. Keep in Bottle.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place
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 and disease.
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Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support by Physician's Preference label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support by Physician's Preference
These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Vcap(s)(R) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container90 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.
MegaNatural-BP
Interacts with910 drugs
Grapes and grape products like grape seed extract contain antioxidant compounds such as resveratrol and proanthocyanidins that may support heart and b...
MegaNatural-BP monograph & interactionsHawthorne Extract
Interacts with191 drugs
Hawthorn is a plant traditionally used for heart-related complaints, and some studies suggest it may modestly help symptoms of mild heart failure when...
Hawthorne Extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Cellulose, Rice Flour, Magnesium Stearate, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support by Physician's Preference Drug Interactions
Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support contains 2 ingredients, and 2 of them have known drug interactions. Altogether they interact with 934 medications. Here’s the picture, then you can look up your own drug.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support interact with 934 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
2 of the 2 ingredients in Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. MegaNatural-BP Hawthorne Extract
AvanafilStendra
How Avanafil interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorne ExtractPhosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Read the full Hawthorne Extract + Avanafil interactionMeganatural-bpCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape seed extract inhibits or induces CYP3A4; research is conflicting.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Avanafil interactionFinasteride, TadalafilEntadfi
How Finasteride, Tadalafil interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorne ExtractPhosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Read the full Hawthorne Extract + Finasteride, Tadalafil interactionMeganatural-bpCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape seed extract inhibits or induces CYP3A4; research is conflicting.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Finasteride, Tadalafil interactionGlyceryl TrinitrateNitronal
How Glyceryl Trinitrate interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorne ExtractNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Hawthorne Extract + Glyceryl Trinitrate interactionIsosorbide DinitrateAngitak, Cedocard Retard, Isoket, Isoket Retard, Isordil
How Isosorbide Dinitrate interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorne ExtractNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Hawthorne Extract + Isosorbide Dinitrate interactionIsosorbide Dinitrate, HydralazineBiDil
How Isosorbide Dinitrate, Hydralazine interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorne ExtractNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Hawthorne Extract + Isosorbide Dinitrate, Hydralazine interactionIsosorbide MononitrateAngeze, Angeze SR, Chemydur 60XL, Dynamin, Elantan, Elantan LA +13 more
How Isosorbide Mononitrate interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorne ExtractNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Hawthorne Extract + Isosorbide Mononitrate interactionMacitentan, TadalafilOpsynvi
How Macitentan, Tadalafil interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorne ExtractPhosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Read the full Hawthorne Extract + Macitentan, Tadalafil interactionMeganatural-bpCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Macitentan, Tadalafil interactionNicorandilAprior, Dancor, Ikorel, Sigmart, Zynicor
How Nicorandil interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorne ExtractNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Hawthorne Extract + Nicorandil interactionNitroglycerinGonitro, Nitro Time, Nitro-Bid, Nitrocine Timecaps, Nitrogard, Nitrogard SR +7 more
How Nitroglycerin interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorne ExtractNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Hawthorne Extract + Nitroglycerin interactionPentaerythritol TetranitratePeritrate, Peritrate SA
How Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorne ExtractNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Hawthorne Extract + Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate interactionSildenafilRevatio
How Sildenafil interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorne ExtractPhosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Read the full Hawthorne Extract + Sildenafil interactionMeganatural-bpCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Sildenafil interactionSildenafil CitrateViagra
How Sildenafil Citrate interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorne ExtractPhosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Read the full Hawthorne Extract + Sildenafil Citrate interactionMeganatural-bpCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape seed extract inhibits or induces CYP3A4; research is conflicting.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Sildenafil Citrate interactionTadalafilCialis, Tadliq
How Tadalafil interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorne ExtractPhosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Read the full Hawthorne Extract + Tadalafil interactionMeganatural-bpCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape seed extract inhibits or induces CYP3A4; research is conflicting.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Tadalafil interactionVardenafilLevitra, Staxyn
How Vardenafil interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorne ExtractPhosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Read the full Hawthorne Extract + Vardenafil interactionMeganatural-bpCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape seed extract inhibits or induces CYP3A4; research is conflicting.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Vardenafil interactionAdo-trastuzumab EmtansineKadcyla
How Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Meganatural-bpCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape seed extract inhibits or induces CYP3A4; research is conflicting.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorne ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorne Extract + Abciximab interactionMeganatural-bpAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape extracts may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Abciximab interactionAbemaciclibVerzenio
How Abemaciclib interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Meganatural-bpCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape seed extract inhibits or induces CYP3A4; research is conflicting.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Abemaciclib interactionAbiraterone
How Abiraterone interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Meganatural-bpCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape seed extract inhibits or induces CYP3A4; research is conflicting.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Abiraterone interactionAbiraterone AcetateYonsa, Zytiga
How Abiraterone Acetate interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Meganatural-bpCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape seed extract inhibits or induces CYP3A4; research is conflicting.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Abiraterone Acetate interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Meganatural-bpCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Abrocitinib interactionHawthorne ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorne Extract + Abrocitinib interactionAcalabrutinibCalquence
How Acalabrutinib interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Meganatural-bpCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape seed extract inhibits or induces CYP3A4; research is conflicting.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Acalabrutinib interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorne ExtractBeta-blockers Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive effects on blood pressure and heart rate.
Read the full Hawthorne Extract + Acebutolol interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Meganatural-bpAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape extracts may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Acenocoumarol interactionHawthorne ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorne Extract + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophenChildren's Tylenol, Children's Tylenol Meltaways, Tylenol, Tylenol Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Meganatural-bpCytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape seed extract might increase the levels of CYP2E1 substrates.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Acetaminophen interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Meganatural-bpCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape juice might reduce the levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionHawthorne ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorne Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Meganatural-bpAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Cytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape extracts may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionHawthorne ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorne Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Brompheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineDimetapp Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Meganatural-bpCytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape seed extract might increase the levels of CYP2E1 substrates.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, ButalbitalAxocet, Bancap, Bucet, Butex Forte, Esgic CF, Orbivan CF +5 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Meganatural-bpCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape juice might reduce the levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Meganatural-bpCytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape seed extract might increase the levels of CYP2E1 substrates.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Meganatural-bpCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape juice might reduce the levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Meganatural-bp + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support 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.
MegaNatural-BP
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, grape extracts may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro evidence suggests that grape extracts might decrease platelet aggregation.
Cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune)
Ingesting grape juice with cyclosporine can reduce cyclosporine absorption.
A small pharmacokinetic study in healthy young adults shows that intake of purple grape juice 200 mL along with cyclosporine can decrease the absorption of cyclosporine by up to 30% when compared with water. Separate doses of grape juice and cyclosporine by at least 2 hours to avoid this interaction.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, grape juice might reduce the levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
A small pharmacokinetic study in healthy adults shows that ingestion of 200 mL of grape juice decreases phenacetin plasma levels. This is thought to be due to induction of CYP1A2.
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates
Theoretically, grape seed extract may increase the levels of CYP2D6 substrates.
In vitro evidence suggests that grape seed extract might inhibit CYP2D6 enzymes. However, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2E1 (Cyp2E1) Substrates
Theoretically, grape seed extract might increase the levels of CYP2E1 substrates.
In vitro and animal research suggests that grape seed proanthocyanidin extract inhibits CYP2E1 enzymes. However, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
It is unclear if grape seed extract inhibits or induces CYP3A4; research is conflicting.
In vitro evidence suggests that grape seed extract might inhibit CYP3A4 enzymes. However, evidence from animal research shows that grape seed extract may induce CYP3A4 in the liver. So far, these interactions have not been reported in humans.
Midazolam (Versed)
Theoretically, long-term intake of grape seed extract might decrease the effects of midazolam.
Animal research shows that subchronic ingestions of grape seed extract can increase the elimination of intravenous midazolam by increasing hepatic CYP3A4 activity. Single doses of grape seed extract do not appear to affect midazolam elimination.
Phenacetin
Grape juice might decrease phenacetin absorption.
A small pharmacokinetic study in healthy adults shows that ingestion of 200 mL of grape juice decreases phenacetin plasma levels. This is thought to be due to induction of cytochrome P450 1A2 (CYP1A2).
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
In vitro evidence shows that grape seed extract or grape juice might inhibit CYP2C9 enzymes. However, a small pharmacokinetic study in healthy adults shows that drinking 8 ounces of grape juice once does not affect the clearance of flurbiprofen, a probe-drug for CYP2C9 metabolism. The effects of continued grape juice consumption are unclear.
Hawthorne Extract
Nitrates
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Some evidence shows that hawthorn might lower blood pressure due to vasodilatory effects.
Phosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Hawthorn might inhibit PDE-5 and cause vasodilation.
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro and animal research shows that hawthorn can inhibit platelet aggregation. However, its effect in humans is unclear. One observational study shows that patients taking hawthorn shortly before undergoing coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery or valve replacement surgery have a 10% incidence of postoperative bleeding, compared with 1% in those who never consumed hawthorn extract. However, clinical research shows that taking a specific preparation of dried hawthorn leaves and flowers (Crataesor, Soria Natural Lab) 800 mg three times daily for 15 days does not affect platelet aggregation or levels of thromboxane B2, the metabolite of thromboxane A2, in healthy humans.
Beta-Blockers
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive effects on blood pressure and heart rate.
Some evidence shows that hawthorn might lower blood pressure and heart rate.
Calcium Channel Blockers
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilation and hypotensive effects.
Some evidence shows that hawthorn might lower blood pressure due to vasodilatory effects.
Digoxin (Lanoxin)
Theoretically, hawthorn might potentiate the effects and adverse effects of digoxin.
Hawthorn appears to improve cardiac output; however, hawthorn does not appear to affect digoxin pharmacokinetics. Case reports suggest that at least one species of hawthorn root extract (Crataegus mexicana) may produce adverse effects similar to digoxin and can cross-react with digoxin assays, leading to falsely elevated plasma digoxin levels.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support, from the product label.
Physician's Preference
See all Physician's Preference products- Name
- Physician's Preference(R)
- Street Address
- 20214 Braidwood Dr., Ste. 160
- City
- Katy
- State
- TX
- ZipCode
- 77450
- Phone Number
- 1 (800) 579-6545
- Web Address
- www.physicianspreference.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Dr. Hotze's Blood Pressure Support’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Grape
Interacts with 910 drugsGrapes and grape products like grape seed extract contain antioxidant compounds such as resveratrol and proanthocyanidins that may support heart and blood vessel health. While the food is he...
Read the full Grape monograph → Herb & supplement monographHawthorn
Interacts with 191 drugsHawthorn is a plant traditionally used for heart-related complaints, and some studies suggest it may modestly help symptoms of mild heart failure when added to standard care. However, the ev...
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The 59 references behind this product’s interaction data
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Grape 34 references
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Hawthorn 25 references
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