NuFemina Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by NuMedica
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking NuFemina 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
NuFemina is a dietary supplement by NuMedica with 4 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for estrogen/hormone balance, acne and hormonal skin issues, prostate health support.Based on those ingredients, 540 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are Indole-3-Carbinol, Diindolylmethane, Calcium D-Glucarate. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of NuFemina by NuMedica
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
Full disclosure
NuFemina has four active ingredients. Three of them — diindolylmethane, calcium D-glucarate, and indole-3-carbinol — are plant compounds studied for hormonal and liver-support roles.
The fourth, chaste berry, is a traditional herbal ingredient, though we hold no interaction data for it. The capsule also contains standard inactive ingredients (cellulose, magnesium stearate, and silicon dioxide) as binders and fillers.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
The evidence for what these ingredients actually do is limited. Diindolylmethane and indole-3-carbinol are both studied for breast cancer, colorectal cancer, and cervical dysplasia, but the data we hold shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate their effectiveness for any of those uses.
We also hold no effectiveness data for chaste berry. Calcium D-glucarate is listed as effective for kidney failure and heartburn-type symptoms, and likely effective for osteoporosis — but those aren't typical reasons someone would take NuFemina.
Talk with your pharmacist about what specific health goal you're trying to address with this product and whether the science supports it.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Diindolylmethane is generally well tolerated in short-term studies, but long-term safety isn't established. Common side effects include diarrhea, gas, headache, nausea, rash, and vomiting.
A rare but serious reaction called DRESS (drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms) has been reported. Indole-3-carbinol appears well tolerated in food amounts, but supplement doses are less studied; diarrhea, imbalance, tremor, nausea, and rash have occurred, especially at higher doses.
One case of ischemic stroke was reported in a person taking diindolylmethane along with other supplements, though it's unclear whether the supplement played a role. Calcium at recommended doses is safe, though high intakes may raise concerns about kidney stones and possibly cardiovascular risk — stick to the label dose.
Meds to double-check
Major interaction found
Double-check before starting if you take dolutegravir (Tivicay) or elvitegravir (Vitekta) — spacing doses is critical. Also verify use with estrogen-based therapies (birth control, hormone replacement), levothyroxine (Synthroid), sotalol (Betapace), diltiazem (Cardizem), water pills (diuretics), blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs, and ceftriaxone (Rocephin) if given intravenously.
For any of these, spacing or timing adjustments may be necessary.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
If you take any estrogen-based medication (birth control, hormone therapy), HIV antiretroviral drugs, thyroid medication, heart medication, blood thinners, or water pills, check your specific medications with our tool before starting this product. The evidence for what NuFemina actually does is thin, and some of its ingredients have hormonal effects we don't fully understand.
Talk with your pharmacist or doctor about whether this product makes sense for your situation.
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Assessment coverage: 4 of 4 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 23, 2025.
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 NuFemina, straight from the product label.
| Brand | NuMedica |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 812527013155 |
| Net contents | 90 Vegetable Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jan 23, 2025 |
| DSLD ID | 323631 |
| Product type | Other Combinations |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegetarian, Girls: (All), Adult Female (18 - 50 Years), Seniors/Mature (>50 Years) - Women ONLY, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for NuFemina by NuMedica, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Diindolylmethane | 200 mg | -- |
| Calcium D-Glucarate | 1000 mg | -- |
| Indole-3-Carbinol | 150 mg | -- |
| Chaste Berry | 225 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: Take three capsules once per day or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
Formulation
NuFemina is a synergistic blend of ingredients designed to help support premenstrual health and wellbeing. This formula helps support healthy estrogen metabolism in women.
Does not contain: Milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy.
Vegetarian
Professional Quality Formulas
Estrogen Balance
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Precautions
Caution: Keep out of reach of children.
Storage
Storage: Keep tightly closed in a cool, dry place.
Seals/Symbols
cGMP Third-Party Certified Facility
Brand IP Statement(s)
NuMedica Advancing Nutrition
Formula
Women's Health Formula
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
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NuFemina by NuMedica label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in NuFemina by NuMedica
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 container30 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.
Diindolylmethane
Interacts with269 drugs
Diindolylmethane (DIM) is a compound made when your body digests cruciferous vegetables, and it is sold as a supplement mainly for hormone balance and...
Diindolylmethane monograph & interactionsCalcium D-Glucarate
Interacts with168 drugs
Calcium is an essential mineral your body needs for strong bones, nerve signaling, and muscle function, and supplements can help fill gaps when diet f...
Calcium D-Glucarate monograph & interactionsIndole-3-Carbinol
Interacts with294 drugs
Indole-3-carbinol (I3C) is a compound formed when you eat cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and cabbage, and it is sold as a supplement mainly for...
Indole-3-Carbinol monograph & interactionsChaste Berry
Interacts with121 drugs
Vitex (chasteberry) is an herbal remedy most often used for PMS and menstrual cycle problems, and the strongest evidence is for easing some PMS sympto...
Chaste Berry monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
NuFemina by NuMedica Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
NuFemina by NuMedica contains ingredients with documented interactions affecting a broad range of medications.
The most serious concern is with two HIV integrase inhibitors: dolutegravir (Tivicay) and elvitegravir (Vitekta). The calcium in this product can reduce blood levels of both by nearly 40%, potentially compromising viral control — you'd need to space doses by 2–6 hours to avoid this.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Diindolylmethane and indole-3-carbinol both interact with estrogen therapies (including birth control and hormone replacement) at Moderate severity, and both can theoretically speed up how your liver metabolizes certain drugs. The calcium also has Moderate interactions with levothyroxine (thyroid medication), sotalol (a heart rhythm drug), diltiazem (a blood-pressure and heart medication), and the antibiotic ceftriaxone when given intravenously — spacing doses or avoiding concurrent use may be needed depending on your situation.
Diindolylmethane has a Moderate interaction with sodium-depleting water pills (diuretics). Indole-3-carbinol may increase bleeding risk if you're on blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs like warfarin or aspirin.
We could not check chaste berry for interactions — no data is on file for it.
Altogether, these interactions span 468 individual medications. Use the medication checker on this page to verify your exact prescriptions before starting.
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Go to the checkerIngredients driving the most interactions
Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in NuFemina interact with 540 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
4 of the 4 ingredients in NuFemina interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Indole-3-Carbinol Diindolylmethane Calcium D-Glucarate Chaste Berry
CeftriaxoneRocephin
How Ceftriaxone interacts with NuFemina — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Calcium D-glucarateCeftriaxone (rocephin) Major
Interaction Summary
Co-administration of intravenous calcium and ceftriaxone can result in precipitation of a ceftriaxone-calcium salt in the lungs and kidneys.
Read the full Calcium D-glucarate + Ceftriaxone interactionCobicistat, Elvitegravir, Emtricitabine, Tenofovir Alafenamide FumarateGenvoya
How Cobicistat, Elvitegravir, Emtricitabine, Tenofovir Alafenamide Fumarate interacts with NuFemina — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Calcium D-glucarateElvitegravir (vitekta), Bictegravir/emtricitabine/tenofovir Alafenamide (biktarvy) Major
Interaction Summary
Calcium seems to reduce levels of elvitegravir.
Read the full Calcium D-glucarate + Cobicistat, Elvitegravir, Emtricitabine, Tenofovir Alafenamide Fumarate interactionDolutegravirTivicay
How Dolutegravir interacts with NuFemina — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Calcium D-glucarateDolutegravir (tivicay) Major
Interaction Summary
Calcium seems to reduce levels of dolutegravir.
Read the full Calcium D-glucarate + Dolutegravir interactionDolutegravir, Emtricitabine, Tenofovir AlafenamideDolutegravir, Emtricitabine, Tenofovir Alafenamide
How Dolutegravir, Emtricitabine, Tenofovir Alafenamide interacts with NuFemina — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Calcium D-glucarateDolutegravir (tivicay), Bictegravir/emtricitabine/tenofovir Alafenamide (biktarvy) Major
Interaction Summary
Calcium seems to reduce levels of dolutegravir.
Read the full Calcium D-glucarate + Dolutegravir, Emtricitabine, Tenofovir Alafenamide interactionDolutegravir, RilpivirineJuluca
How Dolutegravir, Rilpivirine interacts with NuFemina — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Calcium D-glucarateDolutegravir (tivicay) Major
Interaction Summary
Calcium seems to reduce levels of dolutegravir.
Read the full Calcium D-glucarate + Dolutegravir, Rilpivirine interactionElvitegravirVitekta
How Elvitegravir interacts with NuFemina — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Calcium D-glucarateElvitegravir (vitekta) Major
Interaction Summary
Calcium seems to reduce levels of elvitegravir.
Read the full Calcium D-glucarate + Elvitegravir interactionElvitegravir, Cobicistat, Emtricitabine, Tenofovir Disoproxil FumarateStribild
How Elvitegravir, Cobicistat, Emtricitabine, Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate interacts with NuFemina — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Calcium D-glucarateElvitegravir (vitekta), Bictegravir/emtricitabine/tenofovir Alafenamide (biktarvy) Major
Interaction Summary
Calcium seems to reduce levels of elvitegravir.
Read the full Calcium D-glucarate + Elvitegravir, Cobicistat, Emtricitabine, Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with NuFemina — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Indole-3-carbinolAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Indole-3-carbinol + Abciximab interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with NuFemina — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Indole-3-carbinolAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Indole-3-carbinol + Abrocitinib interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with NuFemina — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Indole-3-carbinolAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Indole-3-carbinol + Acenocoumarol interactionAcepromazineAtravet
How Acepromazine interacts with NuFemina — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaste BerryAntipsychotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, vitex agnus-castus could interfere with the activity of antipsychotic drugs.
Read the full Chaste Berry + Acepromazine interactionAcetaminophenChildren's Tylenol, Children's Tylenol Meltaways, Tylenol, Tylenol Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen interacts with NuFemina — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Indole-3-carbinolCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates and lower serum concentrations.
Read the full Indole-3-carbinol + Acetaminophen interactionDiindolylmethaneCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might lower serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Diindolylmethane + Acetaminophen interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with NuFemina — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Indole-3-carbinolCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates and lower serum concentrations.
Read the full Indole-3-carbinol + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionDiindolylmethaneCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might lower serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Diindolylmethane + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with NuFemina — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Indole-3-carbinolAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Indole-3-carbinol + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionDiindolylmethaneCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might lower serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Diindolylmethane + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Brompheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineDimetapp Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with NuFemina — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Indole-3-carbinolCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates and lower serum concentrations.
Read the full Indole-3-carbinol + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionDiindolylmethaneCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might lower serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Diindolylmethane + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, ButalbitalAxocet, Bancap, Bucet, Butex Forte, Esgic CF, Orbivan CF +5 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital interacts with NuFemina — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Indole-3-carbinolCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates and lower serum concentrations.
Read the full Indole-3-carbinol + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionDiindolylmethaneCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might lower serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Diindolylmethane + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with NuFemina — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Indole-3-carbinolCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates and lower serum concentrations.
Read the full Indole-3-carbinol + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionDiindolylmethaneCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might lower serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Diindolylmethane + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with NuFemina — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Indole-3-carbinolCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates and lower serum concentrations.
Read the full Indole-3-carbinol + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionDiindolylmethaneCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might lower serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Diindolylmethane + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CodeineBancap w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interacts with NuFemina — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Indole-3-carbinolCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates and lower serum concentrations.
Read the full Indole-3-carbinol + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionDiindolylmethaneCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might lower serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Diindolylmethane + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine PhosphatePhrenilin #3
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interacts with NuFemina — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Indole-3-carbinolCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates and lower serum concentrations.
Read the full Indole-3-carbinol + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionDiindolylmethaneCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might lower serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Diindolylmethane + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interacts with NuFemina — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Indole-3-carbinolCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates and lower serum concentrations.
Read the full Indole-3-carbinol + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionDiindolylmethaneCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might lower serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Diindolylmethane + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, CodeineGesic C15, Gesic C30, Gesic C8, Lenoltec 1, Lenoltec 2, Lenoltec 3 +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with NuFemina — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Indole-3-carbinolCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates and lower serum concentrations.
Read the full Indole-3-carbinol + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionDiindolylmethaneCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might lower serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Diindolylmethane + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, SalicylamideCodalan No.1, Codalan No.2, Codalan No.3
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interacts with NuFemina — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Indole-3-carbinolCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates and lower serum concentrations.
Read the full Indole-3-carbinol + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionDiindolylmethaneCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might lower serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Diindolylmethane + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, DihydrocodeineDHC Plus, Panlor DC, Panlor SS
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interacts with NuFemina — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Indole-3-carbinolCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates and lower serum concentrations.
Read the full Indole-3-carbinol + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionDiindolylmethaneCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might lower serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Diindolylmethane + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, IsomethepteneMigralam
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interacts with NuFemina — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Indole-3-carbinolCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates and lower serum concentrations.
Read the full Indole-3-carbinol + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionDiindolylmethaneCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might lower serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Diindolylmethane + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, PyrilamineMidol Max Strength Menstrual
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interacts with NuFemina — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
DiindolylmethaneCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Diuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might lower serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Diindolylmethane + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionIndole-3-carbinolCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates and lower serum concentrations.
Read the full Indole-3-carbinol + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan HbrVicks Formula 44M Cough, Cold & Flu Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interacts with NuFemina — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Indole-3-carbinolCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates and lower serum concentrations.
Read the full Indole-3-carbinol + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interactionDiindolylmethaneCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might lower serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Diindolylmethane + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, PhenylephrineColrex
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interacts with NuFemina — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Indole-3-carbinolCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates and lower serum concentrations.
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Interaction Summary
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might lower serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
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Indole-3-carbinolCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates and lower serum concentrations.
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Interaction Summary
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might lower serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
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Indole-3-carbinolCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates and lower serum concentrations.
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Interaction Summary
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might lower serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
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Indole-3-Carbinol
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
In vitro research shows that indole-3-carbinol inhibits platelet aggregation.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, indole-3-carbinol might increase the metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates and lower serum concentrations.
Animal research shows that indole-3-carbinol induces CYP1A2 enzymes.
Estrogens
Indole-3-carbinol might interfere with the effects of estrogen therapy.
Preliminary clinical and in vitro evidence shows that indole-3-carbinol has antiestrogenic activity.
Diindolylmethane
Diuretic Drugs
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might increase the risk of hyponatremia if used with sodium-depleting diuretics.
Large doses of diindolylmethane (600 mg daily) have been associated with two cases of asymptomatic hyponatremia in clinical research.
Estrogens
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might increase or decrease the effects of estrogens.
Diindolylmethane might have mild estrogenic or antiestrogenic effects. Theoretically, large amounts of diindolylmethane might interfere with hormone replacement therapy.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, diindolylmethane might lower serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
In vitro evidence suggests that diindolylmethane can induce CYP1A2. Theoretically, it might increase metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates and lower serum concentrations. This interaction has not been reported in humans.
Calcium D-Glucarate
Ceftriaxone (Rocephin)
Co-administration of intravenous calcium and ceftriaxone can result in precipitation of a ceftriaxone-calcium salt in the lungs and kidneys.
Avoid administering intravenous calcium in any form, such as parenteral nutrition or Lactated Ringers, within 48 hours of intravenous ceftriaxone. Case reports in neonates show that administering intravenous ceftriaxone and calcium can result in precipitation of a ceftriaxone-calcium salt in the lungs and kidneys. In several cases, neonates have died as a result of this interaction. So far there are no reports in adults; however, there is still concern that this interaction might occur in adults.
Dolutegravir (Tivicay)
Calcium seems to reduce levels of dolutegravir.
Advise patients to take dolutegravir either 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking calcium supplements. Pharmacokinetic research suggests that taking calcium carbonate 1200 mg concomitantly with dolutegravir 50 mg reduces plasma levels of dolutegravir by almost 40%. Calcium appears to decrease levels of dolutegravir through chelation.
Elvitegravir (Vitekta)
Calcium seems to reduce levels of elvitegravir.
Advise patients to take elvitegravir either 2 hours before or 2 hours after taking calcium supplements. Pharmacokinetic research suggests that taking calcium along with elvitegravir can reduce blood levels of elvitegravir through chelation.
Aluminum
Calcium citrate might increase aluminum absorption and toxicity. Other types of calcium do not increase aluminum absorption.
Calcium citrate can increase the absorption of aluminum when taken with aluminum hydroxide. The increase in aluminum levels may become toxic, particularly in individuals with kidney disease. However, the effect of calcium citrate on aluminum absorption is due to the citrate anion rather than calcium cation. Calcium acetate does not appear to increase aluminum absorption.
Bictegravir/Emtricitabine/Tenofovir Alafenamide (Biktarvy)
Calcium might decrease levels of bictegravir/emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide by reducing its absorption when taken in a fasting state.
Advise patients that bictegravir/emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide and calcium can be taken together if taken with food. However, if taken on an empty stomach, bictegravir/emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide should not be taken with, or 2 hours after, calcium containing products.
Bisphosphonates
Calcium reduces the absorption of bisphosphonates.
Advise patients to take bisphosphonates at least 30 minutes before calcium, but preferably at a different time of day. Calcium supplements decrease absorption of bisphosphonates.
Calcipotriene (Dovonex)
Taking calcipotriene with calcium might increase the risk for hypercalcemia.
Calcipotriene is a vitamin D analog used topically for psoriasis. It can be absorbed in sufficient amounts to cause systemic effects, including hypercalcemia. Theoretically, combining calcipotriene with calcium supplements might increase the risk of hypercalcemia.
Digoxin (Lanoxin)
Using intravenous calcium with digoxin might increase the risk of fatal cardiac arrhythmias.
Hypercalcemia increases the risk of fatal cardiac arrhythmias with digoxin. However, one retrospective analysis of clinical data suggests that intravenous calcium does not increase the risk of dysrhythmias or mortality in patients receiving digoxin.
Diltiazem (Cardizem, Others)
Theoretically, calcium may reduce the therapeutic effects of diltiazem.
Hypercalcemia can reduce the effectiveness of verapamil in atrial fibrillation. Theoretically, calcium might increase this risk of hypercalcemia and reduce the effectiveness of diltiazem.
Levothyroxine (Synthroid, Others)
Calcium seems to reduce the absorption and effectiveness of levothyroxine.
Advise patients to take levothyroxine and calcium supplements at least 4 hours apart. Calcium reduces levothyroxine absorption, probably by forming insoluble complexes. Calcium carbonate supplements reduce effectiveness of levothyroxine in patients with hypothyroidism.
Lithium
Theoretically, concomitant use of calcium and lithium may increase this risk of hypercalcemia.
Clinical research suggests that long-term use of lithium may cause hypercalcemia in 10% to 60% of patients. Theoretically, concomitant use of lithium and calcium supplements may further increase this risk.
Quinolone Antibiotics
Calcium seems to reduce the absorption of quinolone antibiotics.
Advise patients to take oral quinolones at least 2 hours before or 4-6 hours after calcium supplements or calcium-fortified foods. Taking calcium at the same time as oral quinolones can reduce quinolone absorption. Calcium binds to quinolones in the gut.
Raltegravir (Isentress)
Calcium may reduce levels of raltegravir.
Pharmacokinetic research shows that taking a single dose of calcium carbonate 3000 mg along with raltegravir 400 mg twice daily modestly decreases the mean area under the curve of raltegravir, but the decrease does not necessitate a dose adjustment of raltegravir. However, a case of elevated HIV-1 RNA levels and documented resistance to raltegravir has been reported for a patient taking calcium carbonate 1 gram three times daily plus vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) 400 IU three times daily in combination with raltegravir 400 mg twice daily for 11 months. It is thought that calcium reduced raltegravir levels by chelation, leading to treatment failure.
Sotalol (Betapace)
Calcium seems to reduce the absorption of sotalol.
Advise patients to separate doses by at least 2 hours before or 4-6 hours after calcium. Calcium appears to reduce the absorption of sotalol, probably by forming insoluble complexes.
Tetracycline Antibiotics
Calcium seems to reduce the absorption of tetracycline antibiotics.
Advise patients to take oral tetracyclines at least 2 hours before, or 4-6 hours after calcium supplements. Taking calcium at the same time as oral tetracyclines can reduce tetracycline absorption. Calcium binds to tetracyclines in the gut.
Thiazide Diuretics
Taking calcium along with thiazides might increase the risk of hypercalcemia and renal failure.
Thiazides reduce calcium excretion by the kidneys. Using thiazides along with moderately large amounts of calcium carbonate increases the risk of milk-alkali syndrome (hypercalcemia, metabolic alkalosis, renal failure). Patients may need to have their serum calcium levels and/or parathyroid function monitored regularly.
Verapamil (Calan, Others)
Theoretically, calcium may reduce the therapeutic effects of verapamil.
Hypercalcemia can reduce the effectiveness of verapamil in atrial fibrillation. Theoretically, use of calcium supplements may increase this risk of hypercalcemia and reduce the effectiveness of verapamil.
Calcium Channel Blockers
Intravenous calcium may decrease the effects of calcium channel blockers; oral calcium is unlikely to have this effect.
Intravenous calcium is used to decrease the effects of calcium channel blockers in the management of overdose. Intravenous calcium gluconate has been used before intravenous verapamil (Isoptin) to prevent or reduce the hypotensive effects without affecting the antiarrhythmic effects. But there is no evidence that dietary or supplemental calcium when taken orally interacts with calcium channel blockers.
Chaste Berry
Antipsychotic Drugs
Theoretically, vitex agnus-castus could interfere with the activity of antipsychotic drugs.
Vitex agnus-castus might interfere with the action of dopamine antagonists such as antipsychotic drugs due to its dopamine agonist effects.
Contraceptive Drugs
Theoretically, vitex agnus-castus could interfere with oral contraceptives.
Vitex agnus-castus might interfere with the efficacy of oral contraceptives due to possible hormone modulating activity.
Dopamine Agonists
Theoretically, vitex agnus-castus could interfere with dopamine agonists.
Vitex agnus-castus might potentiate the actions of dopaminergic agonists due to possible dopaminergic effects.
Estrogens
Theoretically, vitex agnus-castus could interfere with the activity of estrogens.
Vitex agnus-castus has hormone modulating activity that can interfere with the efficacy of hormone replacement therapy.
Metoclopramide (Reglan)
Theoretically, dopaminergic effects of vitex agnus-castus could interfere with metoclopramide.
Vitex agnus-castus might interfere with the action of dopamine antagonists such as metoclopramide due to its possible dopaminergic effects.
Brand information
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NuMedica
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- NuMedica LLC
- Street Address
- 9503 E. 55th Place
- City
- Tulsa
- State
- OK
- ZipCode
- 74145
- Phone Number
- 800.869.8100
- Web Address
- www.numedica.com
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Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Diindolylmethane
Interacts with 269 drugsDiindolylmethane (DIM) is a compound made when your body digests cruciferous vegetables, and it is sold as a supplement mainly for hormone balance and cancer prevention. Although early lab s...
Read the full Diindolylmethane monograph → Herb & supplement monographCalcium
Interacts with 168 drugsCalcium is an essential mineral your body needs for strong bones, nerve signaling, and muscle function, and supplements can help fill gaps when diet falls short. Most people do best getting...
Read the full Calcium monograph → Herb & supplement monographIndole-3-carbinol
Interacts with 294 drugsIndole-3-carbinol (I3C) is a compound formed when you eat cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and cabbage, and it is sold as a supplement mainly for hormone-related and cell-protective effe...
Read the full Indole-3-carbinol monograph → Herb & supplement monographVitex Agnus-castus
Interacts with 121 drugsVitex (chasteberry) is an herbal remedy most often used for PMS and menstrual cycle problems, and the strongest evidence is for easing some PMS symptoms. It is generally well tolerated by ma...
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The 108 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.
Diindolylmethane 14 references
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