Phyto-Gen Renu-gen Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Genestra Brands
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Phyto-Gen Renu-gen 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
Phyto-Gen Renu-gen is a dietary supplement by Genestra Brands with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for anxiety and stress, trouble sleeping, colds and flu symptoms.Based on those ingredients, 192 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are Hawthorn (Crataegus oxyacantha) bud extract, Silver Linden (Tilia tomentosa) bud extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Phyto-Gen Renu-gen by Genestra Brands
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
Phyto-Gen Renu-gen is a liquid containing three active ingredients: silver linden bud extract, oak bud extract, and hawthorn bud extract. The product also contains purified water, ethanol, and glycerin as inactive ingredients.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for hawthorn's effectiveness in heart-related conditions is limited. Our data rates it as having insufficient reliable evidence for angina, anxiety, heart rhythm problems, atherosclerosis, cardiovascular disease, and cognitive function.
No effectiveness ratings are documented for silver linden or oak bud extract in our data.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Hawthorn is generally well tolerated when used correctly, but because it affects the heart, it needs medical supervision if you have heart conditions. The safety data advise against hawthorn in pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
Silver linden is generally well tolerated as a tea, but human safety data are very limited, and the available information suggests avoiding it as the safer choice. One case report of an allergic reaction to linden pollen in linden tea and one case of contact urticaria from a linden extract-containing shampoo have been reported.
Rare serious allergic reactions affecting multiple organs have been reported with hawthorn, and heart-related side effects like palpitations, irregular heartbeat, and breathing changes have also been documented in trial or surveillance data. We hold no safety data for oak bud extract.
Meds to double-check
Major interaction found
Before taking Phyto-Gen Renu-gen, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take any of these: nitrates or phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors (like sildenafil) — Major risk of dangerous blood pressure drop; beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs, or digoxin — Moderate risk of added effects on blood pressure, heart rate, or bleeding; or lithium — Moderate risk that linden may increase lithium levels.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
This product is intended for people interested in herbal support, but because hawthorn interacts with common blood pressure and heart medications in Major ways, and silver linden interacts with lithium, you need to check with your own doctor or pharmacist before taking it if you're on any prescription drugs — especially heart or mood medications. The evidence for what it does is still being established.
If you have heart conditions or take lithium, nitrates, phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors, beta-blockers, blood thinners, calcium channel blockers, or digoxin, this product is not for you without medical guidance.
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Assessment coverage: 2 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jul 23, 2020.
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 Phyto-Gen Renu-gen, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Genestra Brands |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 883196127603 |
| Net contents | 0.5 fl. Oz.; 15 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jul 23, 2020 |
| DSLD ID | 231108 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Phyto-Gen Renu-gen by Genestra Brands, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Silver Linden (Tilia tomentosa) bud extract | 0.09 mL | -- |
| Oak (Quercus robur) bud extract | 0.09 mL | -- |
| Hawthorn (Crataegus oxyacantha) bud extract | 0.09 mL | -- |
Other ingredients: purified Water, Ethanol, Glycerin
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Recommended Dose: Take 10 drops once daily or as recommended by your health professional. Invert bottle to 45 degrees and shake lightly allowing drops to fall directly into mouth or in 1/4 oz of water.
General Statements
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Precautions
Keep out of the reach of children.
Use only if safety seal is intact.
Warning: If you are pregnant or lactating, have any health condition or are taking any medication, consult your health professional before use.
This product was sealed for your protection. Do not use if box or contents are open or damaged.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Formula
Hawthorn Oak Silver Linden
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Phyto-Gen Renu-gen by Genestra Brands label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Phyto-Gen Renu-gen by Genestra Brands
These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size0.28 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container53 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.
Silver Linden (Tilia tomentosa) bud extract
Interacts with1 drug
Linden (also called lime flower) is a traditional herbal tea long used to calm nerves, ease cold symptoms, and support restful sleep. Strong human evi...
Silver Linden (Tilia tomentosa) bud extract monograph & interactionsOak (Quercus robur) bud extract
Hawthorn (Crataegus oxyacantha) bud 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...
Hawthorn (Crataegus oxyacantha) bud extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Purified Water, Ethanol, Glycerin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Phyto-Gen Renu-gen by Genestra Brands Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Phyto-Gen Renu-gen by Genestra Brands contains hawthorn and silver linden, both of which interact with medications.
The most serious concern is hawthorn's interaction with nitrates and phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors (drugs like sildenafil), both rated Major — hawthorn can add to their blood-vessel-relaxing effects and potentially cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Hawthorn also has Moderate interactions with beta-blockers, blood thinners and antiplatelet drugs, calcium channel blockers, and digoxin (a heart medication). It may lower blood pressure and heart rate further with beta-blockers and calcium channel blockers, raise bleeding risk with anticoagulants, and potentially amplify digoxin's effects and side effects.
Silver linden has a Moderate interaction with lithium (a mood stabilizer). Because linden may act as a water pill, it could increase lithium levels and toxicity — your lithium dose might need to be adjusted.
We could not check Oak bud extract for interactions. Altogether, these interactions span 192 individual medications.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Phyto-Gen Renu-gen interact with 192 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
2 of the 3 ingredients in Phyto-Gen Renu-gen interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Hawthorn (Crataegus oxyacantha) bud extract Silver Linden (Tilia tomentosa) bud extract
AvanafilStendra
How Avanafil interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractPhosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Avanafil interactionFinasteride, TadalafilEntadfi
How Finasteride, Tadalafil interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractPhosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Finasteride, Tadalafil interactionGlyceryl TrinitrateNitronal
How Glyceryl Trinitrate interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Glyceryl Trinitrate interactionIsosorbide DinitrateAngitak, Cedocard Retard, Isoket, Isoket Retard, Isordil
How Isosorbide Dinitrate interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Isosorbide Dinitrate interactionIsosorbide Dinitrate, HydralazineBiDil
How Isosorbide Dinitrate, Hydralazine interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Isosorbide Dinitrate, Hydralazine interactionIsosorbide MononitrateAngeze, Angeze SR, Chemydur 60XL, Dynamin, Elantan, Elantan LA +13 more
How Isosorbide Mononitrate interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Isosorbide Mononitrate interactionMacitentan, TadalafilOpsynvi
How Macitentan, Tadalafil interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractPhosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Macitentan, Tadalafil interactionNicorandilAprior, Dancor, Ikorel, Sigmart, Zynicor
How Nicorandil interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Nicorandil interactionNitroglycerinGonitro, Nitro Time, Nitro-Bid, Nitrocine Timecaps, Nitrogard, Nitrogard SR +7 more
How Nitroglycerin interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Nitroglycerin interactionPentaerythritol TetranitratePeritrate, Peritrate SA
How Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate interactionSildenafilRevatio
How Sildenafil interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractPhosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Sildenafil interactionSildenafil CitrateViagra
How Sildenafil Citrate interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractPhosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Sildenafil Citrate interactionTadalafilCialis, Tadliq
How Tadalafil interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractPhosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Tadalafil interactionVardenafilLevitra, Staxyn
How Vardenafil interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractPhosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Vardenafil interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Abciximab interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Abrocitinib interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractBeta-blockers Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive effects on blood pressure and heart rate.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Acebutolol interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, IbuprofenCombogesic
How Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionAcetylsalicylic AcidEntrophen
How Acetylsalicylic Acid interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Acetylsalicylic Acid interactionAlteplase, TpaActilyse, Activase
How Alteplase, Tpa interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Alteplase, Tpa interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #2
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAmlodipineNorliqva
How Amlodipine interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractCalcium Channel Blockers Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilation and hypotensive effects.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Amlodipine interactionAmlodipine BenzoateKaterzia
How Amlodipine Benzoate interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractCalcium Channel Blockers Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilation and hypotensive effects.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Amlodipine Benzoate interactionAmlodipine BesilateIstin
How Amlodipine Besilate interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractCalcium Channel Blockers Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilation and hypotensive effects.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Amlodipine Besilate interactionAmlodipine BesylateNorvasc
How Amlodipine Besylate interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractCalcium Channel Blockers Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilation and hypotensive effects.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Amlodipine Besylate interactionAmlodipine Besylate, BenazeprilLotrel
How Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interacts with Phyto-Gen Renu-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud ExtractCalcium Channel Blockers Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilation and hypotensive effects.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Oxyacantha) Bud Extract + Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Phyto-Gen Renu-gen 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.
Hawthorn (Crataegus oxyacantha) bud 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.
Silver Linden (Tilia tomentosa) bud extract
Lithium
Theoretically, due to its potential diuretic effects, linden might increase the effects and adverse effects of lithium.
Linden is thought to have diuretic properties. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Phyto-Gen Renu-gen, from the product label.
Genestra Brands
- Name
- Seroyal USA
- City
- Pittsburgh
- State
- PA
- ZipCode
- 15275
- Phone Number
- 1-888-737-6925
- Web Address
- seroyal.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Phyto-Gen Renu-gen’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Linden
Interacts with 1 drugLinden (also called lime flower) is a traditional herbal tea long used to calm nerves, ease cold symptoms, and support restful sleep. Strong human evidence for these uses is lacking, but the...
Read the full Linden 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...
Read the full Hawthorn monograph →Sources & How We Checked
Phyto-Gen Renu-gen's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.
The 27 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.
Linden 2 references
- Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
- McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
Hawthorn 25 references
- Tauchert M. Efficacy and safety of crataegus extract WS 1442 in comparison with placebo in patients with chronic stable New York Heart Association class-III heart failure. Am Heart J 2002;143:910-5. PubMed
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