Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana 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
Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana is a dietary supplement by Sunshine Naturals with 7 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for common cold and immune support, antioxidant support, skin health and collagen formation.Based on those ingredients, 1,393 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are Citrus Bioflavonoids, Hesperidin Complex, Vitamin C. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana by Sunshine Naturals
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
Vari-Fresh contains 7 active ingredients: Vitamin C (essential for immune function and tissue repair), Hesperidin Complex (a bioflavonoid from citrus), Rutin (a plant compound with antioxidant properties), Citrus Bioflavonoids (plant pigments from citrus fruit), Hawthorne (a botanical traditionally used for heart health), Hammamelis (witch hazel, applied topically for skin support), and Horse Chestnut (seed extract for circulation). The product also contains inactive ingredients—stearic acid, croscarmelose sodium, magnesium stearate, calcium phosphate, and pharmaceutical glaze—which serve as binders, fillers, and capsule materials.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
The evidence for this product's ingredients is mixed and mostly insufficient. Vitamin C is effective for vitamin C deficiency and possibly effective for anemia of chronic disease, atrial fibrillation, cataracts, and exercise-related respiratory infections—but only at proven doses for those specific uses.
Hawthorne's effectiveness is not established in our data for the heart-related conditions it's traditionally used for; the same is true for most other ingredients. Hesperidin, Rutin, Citrus Bioflavonoids, and Hammamelis show insufficient or possibly ineffective evidence for their commonly claimed uses (weight, cholesterol, hemorrhoids, and eczema).
Horse Chestnut is possibly effective for chronic venous insufficiency (poor circulation in the legs) but insufficient evidence exists for hemorrhoids or other conditions.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Vitamin C is generally well tolerated at normal supplement doses, though doses above 2 grams daily may cause stomach cramps, heartburn, diarrhea, nausea, or kidney stones in susceptible people. Hesperidin, Rutin, and Citrus Bioflavonoids are generally well tolerated in food and short-term supplement use, but high-quality long-term safety data are limited.
Hawthorne is generally well tolerated in studies but requires medical supervision if you have a heart condition. Hammamelis (witch hazel) is generally well tolerated when applied to skin short-term; topical contact dermatitis occurs in a small number of people.
Horse Chestnut seed extract (with the toxic component removed) is reasonably tolerated, though dizziness, gastrointestinal upset, headache, and itching have been reported. Raw horse chestnut parts are toxic and should not be used.
Meds to double-check
Major interaction found
Before taking this product, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take any of these: nitrates or phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors (Major severity—hawthorn can cause dangerous blood pressure drops); blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs like warfarin or aspirin; blood pressure medications (especially calcium channel blockers or losartan); diabetes medications; birth control pills or hormone replacement therapy; chemotherapy drugs; heart medications like digoxin; or antibiotics like fluoroquinolones. These are the most serious medication interactions documented for the ingredients we could check.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
This product is not for everyone. If you take blood thinners, blood pressure medications, diabetes drugs, birth control, hormone therapy, chemotherapy, or heart medications—including nitrates or sildenafil—talk to your doctor or pharmacist before starting it.
People with heart conditions should get medical clearance first. Even without medications, the long-term safety data for most of these ingredients are limited, so this is best used short-term and under professional guidance.
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Assessment coverage: 7 of 7 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 25, 2015.
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 Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Sunshine Naturals |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 789939101186 |
| Net contents | 120 Caplet(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Aug 25, 2015 |
| DSLD ID | 49874 |
| Product type | Other Combinations |
| Supplement form | Other (e.g. Tea Bag) |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana by Sunshine Naturals, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C | 500 mg | 833% |
| Hesperidin Complex | 25 mg | -- |
| Rutin | 40 mg | -- |
| Citrus Bioflavonoids | 50 mg | -- |
| Hawthorne | 100 mg | -- |
| Hammamelis | 100 mg | -- |
| Horse Chestnut | 100 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Stearic Acid, Croscarmelose Sodium, Magnesium Stearate, Calcium Phosphate, Pharmaceutical Glaze
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: Take one or two caplets daily, with meals.
General Statements
Venas-Fresh Formulation ~ Witch Hazel (Hammamelis virginiana) Helps circulation of the blood ~ Horse Chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) For helping varicose veins, leg ulcers and hermorrhoids ~ Hawthorne Berries (Crataegus oxyacanta) For a healthy heart ~ Citrus Bioflavonoids (present in citrus fruits) to increase the strength and permeability of veins
Made in U.S.A.
For your veins health
Precautions
Keep out of reach of children.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Formulation
This product does not contain sugar, starch, salt or preservatives.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
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Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana by Sunshine Naturals label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana by Sunshine Naturals
These are the 7 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Caplet(s) Dosage formOther (e.g. Tea Bag) Servings per container120 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.
Vitamin C
Interacts with207 drugs
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is an essential nutrient your body needs but cannot make, so you must get it from food or supplements. It's important for im...
Vitamin C monograph & interactionsHesperidin Complex
Interacts with702 drugs
Hesperidin is a flavonoid found in citrus fruits that is often combined with diosmin and used for vein and circulation problems like hemorrhoids and v...
Hesperidin Complex monograph & interactionsRutin
Interacts with86 drugs
Rutin is a plant flavonoid (often taken from buckwheat or citrus) that people use mainly for blood vessel and circulation problems like varicose veins...
Rutin monograph & interactionsCitrus Bioflavonoids
Interacts with1,169 drugs
Quercetin is a plant flavonoid with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties found in many common foods and sold as a supplement. While early rese...
Citrus Bioflavonoids monograph & interactionsHawthorne
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 monograph & interactionsHammamelis
No knowninteractions
Witch hazel is a plant-based astringent used mostly on the skin for minor irritation, hemorrhoids, and oily skin. It is generally well tolerated as a...
Hammamelis monograph & interactionsHorse Chestnut
Interacts with122 drugs
Horse chestnut seed extract is most often used for chronic venous insufficiency, where standardized products may help reduce leg swelling, pain, and h...
Horse Chestnut monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Stearic Acid, Croscarmelose Sodium, Magnesium Stearate, Calcium Phosphate, Pharmaceutical Glaze. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana by Sunshine Naturals Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana by Sunshine Naturals contains several ingredients with documented drug interactions.
The most serious concerns come through its Hawthorn content, which carries Major-severity interactions with nitrates and phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors (drugs like sildenafil for erectile dysfunction or pulmonary hypertension)—both can cause dangerous drops in blood pressure when combined with hawthorn's vasodilatory effects.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Vitamin C, Hesperidin Complex, Rutin, Citrus Bioflavonoids, and Horse Chestnut each have Moderate-severity interactions across multiple drug types. Vitamin C may reduce the effectiveness of blood thinners like warfarin, increase estrogen levels in oral contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy, and interfere with certain chemotherapy drugs.
Hesperidin can theoretically add to the blood-pressure-lowering effects of antihypertensive drugs, increase bleeding risk with blood thinners, and affect calcium channel blockers like verapamil and diltiazem. Rutin may heighten the low-blood-sugar risk (hypoglycemia) with diabetes medications.
Citrus Bioflavonoids (via quercetin) interact with blood thinners, blood pressure drugs like losartan, certain cholesterol drugs, and antibiotics. Horse Chestnut may increase bleeding risk with anticoagulants or antiplatelet drugs.
Hammamelis (witch hazel) has no documented interactions in our data. Altogether, these interactions span 1,394 individual medications.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana interact with 1,393 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
6 of the 7 ingredients in Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Citrus Bioflavonoids Hesperidin Complex Vitamin C Hawthorne Horse Chestnut Rutin
AvanafilStendra
How Avanafil interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
HawthornePhosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Read the full Hawthorne + Avanafil interactionCitrus BioflavonoidsCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might alter the effects and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Citrus Bioflavonoids + Avanafil interactionFinasteride, TadalafilEntadfi
How Finasteride, Tadalafil interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
HawthornePhosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Read the full Hawthorne + Finasteride, Tadalafil interactionCitrus BioflavonoidsCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might alter the effects and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Citrus Bioflavonoids + Finasteride, Tadalafil interactionGlyceryl TrinitrateNitronal
How Glyceryl Trinitrate interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
HawthorneNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Hawthorne + Glyceryl Trinitrate interactionIsosorbide DinitrateAngitak, Cedocard Retard, Isoket, Isoket Retard, Isordil
How Isosorbide Dinitrate interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
HawthorneNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Hawthorne + Isosorbide Dinitrate interactionIsosorbide Dinitrate, HydralazineBiDil
How Isosorbide Dinitrate, Hydralazine interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
HawthorneNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Hawthorne + Isosorbide Dinitrate, Hydralazine interactionHesperidin ComplexAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking hesperidin with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Hesperidin Complex + Isosorbide Dinitrate, Hydralazine interactionCitrus BioflavonoidsAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking quercetin with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Citrus Bioflavonoids + Isosorbide Dinitrate, Hydralazine interactionIsosorbide MononitrateAngeze, Angeze SR, Chemydur 60XL, Dynamin, Elantan, Elantan LA +13 more
How Isosorbide Mononitrate interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
HawthorneNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Hawthorne + Isosorbide Mononitrate interactionMacitentan, TadalafilOpsynvi
How Macitentan, Tadalafil interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
HawthornePhosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Read the full Hawthorne + Macitentan, Tadalafil interactionCitrus BioflavonoidsAntihypertensive Drugs, Cytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking quercetin with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Citrus Bioflavonoids + Macitentan, Tadalafil interactionHesperidin ComplexAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking hesperidin with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Hesperidin Complex + Macitentan, Tadalafil interactionNicorandilAprior, Dancor, Ikorel, Sigmart, Zynicor
How Nicorandil interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
HawthorneNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Hawthorne + Nicorandil interactionNitroglycerinGonitro, Nitro Time, Nitro-Bid, Nitrocine Timecaps, Nitrogard, Nitrogard SR +7 more
How Nitroglycerin interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
HawthorneNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Hawthorne + Nitroglycerin interactionPentaerythritol TetranitratePeritrate, Peritrate SA
How Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
HawthorneNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Hawthorne + Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate interactionSildenafilRevatio
How Sildenafil interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
HawthornePhosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Read the full Hawthorne + Sildenafil interactionCitrus BioflavonoidsCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP2C9 substrates.
Read the full Citrus Bioflavonoids + Sildenafil interactionSildenafil CitrateViagra
How Sildenafil Citrate interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
HawthornePhosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Read the full Hawthorne + Sildenafil Citrate interactionCitrus BioflavonoidsCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP2C9 substrates.
Read the full Citrus Bioflavonoids + Sildenafil Citrate interactionTadalafilCialis, Tadliq
How Tadalafil interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
HawthornePhosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Read the full Hawthorne + Tadalafil interactionCitrus BioflavonoidsCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might alter the effects and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Citrus Bioflavonoids + Tadalafil interactionVardenafilLevitra, Staxyn
How Vardenafil interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
HawthornePhosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Read the full Hawthorne + Vardenafil interactionCitrus BioflavonoidsCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might alter the effects and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Citrus Bioflavonoids + Vardenafil interactionAdo-trastuzumab EmtansineKadcyla
How Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Citrus BioflavonoidsCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might alter the effects and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Citrus Bioflavonoids + Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hesperidin ComplexAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hesperidin may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hesperidin Complex + Abciximab interactionHorse ChestnutAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Horse chestnut may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Horse Chestnut + Abciximab interactionHawthorneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorne + Abciximab interactionAbemaciclibVerzenio
How Abemaciclib interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Citrus BioflavonoidsCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might alter the effects and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Citrus Bioflavonoids + Abemaciclib interactionAbiraterone
How Abiraterone interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Citrus BioflavonoidsCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might alter the effects and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Citrus Bioflavonoids + Abiraterone interactionAbiraterone AcetateYonsa, Zytiga
How Abiraterone Acetate interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Citrus BioflavonoidsCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might alter the effects and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Citrus Bioflavonoids + Abiraterone Acetate interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 4 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
HawthorneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorne + Abrocitinib interactionHesperidin ComplexAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hesperidin may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hesperidin Complex + Abrocitinib interactionHorse ChestnutAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Horse chestnut may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Horse Chestnut + Abrocitinib interactionCitrus BioflavonoidsCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP2C9 substrates.
Read the full Citrus Bioflavonoids + Abrocitinib interactionAcalabrutinibCalquence
How Acalabrutinib interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Citrus BioflavonoidsP-glycoprotein Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might alter the effects and adverse effects of P-glycoprotein substrates.
Read the full Citrus Bioflavonoids + Acalabrutinib interactionHesperidin ComplexP-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hesperidin might inhibit P-glycoprotein-mediated drug efflux and potentially increase levels of drugs that are substrates of P-glycoprotein.
Read the full Hesperidin Complex + Acalabrutinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Citrus BioflavonoidsAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of quercetin and antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Citrus Bioflavonoids + Acarbose interactionRutinAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking rutin with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Rutin + Acarbose interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Citrus BioflavonoidsAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking quercetin with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Citrus Bioflavonoids + Acebutolol interactionHawthorneBeta-blockers Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive effects on blood pressure and heart rate.
Read the full Hawthorne + Acebutolol interactionHesperidin ComplexAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking hesperidin with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Hesperidin Complex + Acebutolol interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Horse ChestnutAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Horse chestnut may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Horse Chestnut + Acenocoumarol interactionHesperidin ComplexAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hesperidin may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hesperidin Complex + Acenocoumarol interactionHawthorneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorne + Acenocoumarol interactionAcepromazineAtravet
How Acepromazine interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hesperidin ComplexCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use with CNS depressants may cause additive sedative effects.
Read the full Hesperidin Complex + Acepromazine interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 5 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Citrus BioflavonoidsOrganic Anion Transporter 3 (oat3) Substrates, Organic Anion Transporter 1 (oat1) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might increase the effects and adverse effects of OAT3 substrates.
Read the full Citrus Bioflavonoids + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionHesperidin ComplexAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hesperidin may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hesperidin Complex + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionHorse ChestnutAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Horse chestnut may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Horse Chestnut + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionHawthorneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorne + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionVitamin CAcetaminophen (tylenol, Others), Aspirin Minor
Interaction Summary
High-dose vitamin C might slightly prolong the clearance of acetaminophen.
Read the full Vitamin C + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Vari-Fresh With Hammamelis Virginiana — through 5 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
HawthorneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorne + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionCitrus BioflavonoidsCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Organic Anion Transporter 3 (oat3) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might alter the effects and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Citrus Bioflavonoids + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionHesperidin ComplexAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hesperidin may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hesperidin Complex + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionHorse ChestnutAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Horse chestnut may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Horse Chestnut + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionVitamin CAspirin, Acetaminophen (tylenol, Others) Minor
Interaction Summary
Acidification of the urine by vitamin C might increase aspirin levels.
Read the full Vitamin C + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
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Citrus BioflavonoidsCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might alter the effects and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
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Interaction Summary
High-dose vitamin C might slightly prolong the clearance of acetaminophen.
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Citrus BioflavonoidsCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might alter the effects and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
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Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use with CNS depressants may cause additive sedative effects.
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High-dose vitamin C might slightly prolong the clearance of acetaminophen.
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Citrus BioflavonoidsCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP2D6 substrates.
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Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use with CNS depressants may cause additive sedative effects.
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High-dose vitamin C might slightly prolong the clearance of acetaminophen.
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Citrus Bioflavonoids
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, concomitant use of quercetin and antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Clinical research suggests that a combination of quercetin, myricetin, and chlorogenic acid reduce levels of fasting glucose in patients with type 2 diabetes, including those already taking antidiabetes agents. The effect of quercetin alone is unknown.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, taking quercetin with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Quercetin can modestly decrease blood pressure in people with mild hypertension. Theoretically, it might have additive blood pressure lowering effects when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune)
Theoretically, concomitant use might increase the levels and adverse effects of cyclosporine.
A small study in healthy volunteers shows that pretreatment with quercetin increases plasma levels and prolongs the half-life of a single dose of cyclosporine, possibly due to inhibition of p-glycoprotein or cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4), which metabolizes cyclosporin.
Cytochrome P450 2C8 (Cyp2C8) Substrates
Theoretically, concomitant use might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP2C8 substrates.
In vitro research shows that quercetin inhibits CYP2C8. Inhibition of paclitaxel (Taxol) metabolism via CYP2C8 has been reported in vitro. However, a small study in humans found no effect of quercetin on rosiglitazone (Avandia), which is also a CYP2C8 substrate.
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates
Theoretically, concomitant use might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP2C9 substrates.
A small clinical study in healthy volunteers shows that taking quercetin 500 mg twice daily for 10 days prior to taking diclofenac, a CYP2C9 substrate, increases diclofenac plasma levels by 75% and prolongs the half-life by 32.5%. Animal research also shows that pretreatment with quercetin increases plasma levels and prolongs the half-life of losartan (Cozaar), a substrate of CYP2C9. Furthermore, laboratory research shows that quercetin inhibits CYP2C9.
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates
Theoretically, concomitant use might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP2D6 substrates.
In vitro research show that quercetin inhibits CYP2D6. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, concomitant use might alter the effects and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
A small clinical study in healthy volunteers shows that pretreatment with quercetin increases plasma levels and prolongs the half-life of a single dose of cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune), a substrate of CYP3A4. Animal research also shows that pretreatment with quercetin increases plasma levels and prolongs the half-life of losartan (Cozaar) and quetiapine (Seroquel), substrates of CYP3A4. Other laboratory research also shows that quercetin inhibits CYP3A4. However, one clinical study shows that quercetin can increase the metabolism of midazolam, a substrate of CYP3A4, and decrease serum concentrations of midazolam by about 24% in some healthy individuals, suggesting possible induction of CYP3A4.
Diclofenac (Voltaren, Others)
Theoretically, concomitant use might increase the levels and adverse effects of diclofenac.
A small clinical study in healthy volunteers shows that taking quercetin 500 mg twice daily for 10 days prior to taking diclofenac increases diclofenac plasma levels by 75% and prolongs the half-life by 32.5%. This is thought to be due to inhibition of CYP2C9 by quercetin.
Losartan (Cozaar)
Theoretically, concomitant use might increase the effects and adverse effects of losartan and decrease the effects of its active metabolite.
Animal research shows that pretreatment with quercetin increases plasma levels and prolongs the half-life of losartan (Cozaar) while decreasing plasma levels of losartan's active metabolite. This metabolite, which is around 10-fold more potent than losartan, is the result of cytochrome P450 (CYP) 2C9- and CYP3A4-mediated transformation of losartan. Additionally, in vitro research shows that quercetin may inhibit P-glycoprotein-mediated efflux of losartan from the intestines, resulting in increased absorption of losartan. These results suggest that concomitant use of quercetin and losartan might increase systemic exposure to losartan while also decreasing plasma concentrations of losartan's active and more potent metabolite.
Midazolam (Versed)
Theoretically, concomitant use might decrease the levels and effects of midazolam.
A small clinical study in healthy volunteers shows that quercetin can increase the metabolism of midazolam, with a decrease in AUC of about 24%.
Mitoxantrone
Theoretically, quercetin might increase the effects and adverse effects of mitoxantrone.
In vitro research shows that quercetin increases the intracellular accumulation and cytotoxicity of mitoxantrone, possibly through inhibition of breast cancer resistance protein (BCRP), of which mitoxantrone is a substrate. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Organic Anion Transporter 1 (Oat1) Substrates
Theoretically, concomitant use might increase the effects and adverse effects of OAT1 substrates.
In vitro research shows that quercetin is a strong non-competitive inhibitor of OAT1, with half-maximal inhibitory concentration (IC50) values less than 10 mcM. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Organic Anion Transporter 3 (Oat3) Substrates
Theoretically, concomitant use might increase the effects and adverse effects of OAT3 substrates.
In vitro research shows that quercetin is a strong non-competitive inhibitor of OAT3, with half-maximal inhibitory concentration (IC50) values as low as 0.75 mcM. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Organic Anion-Transporting Polypeptide Substrates (Oatp)
Theoretically, concomitant use might increase the effects and adverse effects of OATP substrates.
In vitro evidence shows that quercetin can inhibit organic anion-transporting peptide (OATP) 1B1-mediated uptake of estrone-3-sulfate and pravastatin. Furthermore, clinical research in healthy males shows that intake of quercetin along with pravastatin increases the AUC of pravastatin by 24%, prolongs its half-life by 14%, and decreases its apparent clearance by 18%, suggesting that quercetin modestly inhibits the uptake of pravastatin in hepatic cells.
P-Glycoprotein Substrates
Theoretically, concomitant use might alter the effects and adverse effects of P-glycoprotein substrates.
There is preliminary evidence that quercetin inhibits the gastrointestinal P-glycoprotein efflux pump, which might increase the bioavailability and serum levels of drugs transported by the pump. A small study in healthy volunteers reported that pretreatment with quercetin increased bioavailability and plasma levels after a single dose of cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune). Also, two small studies have shown that quercetin might decrease the absorption of talinolol, a substrate transported by the gastrointestinal P-glycoprotein efflux pump. However, in another small study, several days of quercetin treatment did not significantly affect the pharmacokinetics of saquinavir (Invirase). The reason for these discrepancies is not entirely clear. Until more is known, use quercetin cautiously in combination with P-glycoprotein substrates.
Pravastatin (Pravachol)
Theoretically, concomitant use might increase the effects and adverse effects of pravastatin.
In vitro evidence shows that quercetin can inhibit OATP 1B1-mediated uptake of pravastatin. Also, preliminary clinical research in healthy males shows that intake of quercetin along with pravastatin increases the maximum concentration of pravastatin by 24%, prolongs its half-life by 14%, and decreases its apparent clearance by 18%, suggesting that quercetin modestly inhibits the uptake of pravastatin in hepatic cells.
Prazosin (Minipress)
Theoretically, quercetin might increase the effects and adverse effects of prazosin.
In vitro research shows that quercetin inhibits the transcellular efflux of prazosin, possibly through inhibition of breast cancer resistance protein (BCRP), of which prazosin is a substrate. BCRP is an ATP-binding cassette efflux transporter in the intestines, kidneys, and liver. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Quetiapine (Seroquel)
Theoretically, concomitant use might increase the effects and adverse effects of quetiapine.
Animal research shows that pretreatment with quercetin can increase plasma levels of quetiapine and prolong its clearance, possibly due to inhibition of cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) by quercetin. Additionally, the brain-to-plasma ratio of quetiapine concentrations increased, possibly due to inhibition of P-glycoprotein at the blood-brain barrier. This interaction has not been reported in humans.
Quinolone Antibiotics
Theoretically, concomitant use might inhibit the effects of quinolone antibiotics.
In vitro, quercetin binds to the DNA gyrase site on bacteria, which may interfere with the activity of quinolone antibiotics.
Sulfasalazine (Azulfidine)
Theoretically, quercetin might increase the effects and adverse effects of sulfasalazine.
Animal research shows that quercetin increases the maximum serum concentration (Cmax) and area under the curve (AUC) of sulfasalazine, possibly through inhibition of breast cancer resistance protein (BCRP), of which sulfasalazine is a substrate. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Theoretically, quercetin may increase the risk of bleeding if used with warfarin.
Animal and in vitro studies show that quercetin might increase serum levels of warfarin. Quercetin and warfarin have the same human serum albumin (HSA) binding site, and in vitro research shows that quercetin has stronger affinity for the HSA binding site and can theoretically displace warfarin, causing higher serum levels of warfarin. Animal research shows that taking quercetin for 2 weeks before initiating warfarin increases the maximum serum level of warfarin by 30%, the half-life by 10%, and the overall exposure by 63% when compared with control. Concomitant administration of quercetin and warfarin, without quercetin pre-treatment, also increased these measures, but to a lesser degree. Researchers theorize that inhibition of CYP3A4 by quercetin may explain these effects. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Hesperidin Complex
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, hesperidin may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Animal research suggests that hesperetin, a bioflavonoid aglycone derivative of hesperidin, may have antiplatelet activity.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, taking hesperidin with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Some clinical and animal research shows that hesperidin can decrease blood pressure. However, other clinical research shows that hesperidin does not affect blood pressure.
Celiprolol (Celicard)
Theoretically, hesperidin may decrease the levels and clinical effects of celiprolol.
Animal research shows that concomitant use of hesperidin may reduce the plasma area under the curve of celiprolol by up to 75%. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Cns Depressants
Theoretically, concomitant use with CNS depressants may cause additive sedative effects.
Animal studies show that hesperidin has sedative effects, due to opioid receptor activity and can increase sedation when used with diazepam. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Diltiazem (Cardizem, Others)
Theoretically, hesperidin may increase the levels and clinical effects of diltiazem.
Animal research suggests that hesperidin may enhance the bioavailability of diltiazem, increasing the plasma area under the curve of diltiazem by up to 65.3%. This effect has not been reported in humans.
P-Glycoprotein Substrates
Theoretically, hesperidin might inhibit P-glycoprotein-mediated drug efflux and potentially increase levels of drugs that are substrates of P-glycoprotein.
In vitro research shows that hesperidin can inhibit P-glycoprotein efflux. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Verapamil (Calan, Others)
Theoretically, hesperidin might increase the levels and clinical effects of verapamil.
Animal research suggests that hesperidin may enhance the bioavailability of verapamil, increasing the plasma area under the curve of verapamil by 96.8%. This effect has not been reported in humans
Vitamin C
Alkylating Agents
Theoretically, antioxidant effects of vitamin C might reduce the effectiveness of alkylating agents.
The use of antioxidants like vitamin C during chemotherapy is controversial. There is concern that antioxidants could reduce the activity of chemotherapy drugs that generate free radicals, such as cyclophosphamide, chlorambucil, carmustine, busulfan, and thiotepa. In contrast, some researchers theorize that antioxidants might make chemotherapy more effective by reducing oxidative stress that could interfere with apoptosis (cell death) of cancer cells. More evidence is needed to determine what effect, if any, antioxidants such as vitamin C have on chemotherapy.
Aluminum
Vitamin C can increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Research in animals and humans shows that vitamin C increases aluminum absorption, theoretically by chelating aluminum and keeping it in solution where it is available for absorption. In people with normal renal function, urinary excretion of aluminum will likely increase, making aluminum retention and toxicity unlikely. Patients with renal failure who take aluminum-containing compounds such as phosphate binders should avoid vitamin C supplements in doses above the recommended dietary allowances.
Antitumor Antibiotics
Theoretically, the antioxidant effects of vitamin C might reduce the effectiveness of antitumor antibiotics.
The use of antioxidants like vitamin C during chemotherapy is controversial. There is concern that antioxidants could reduce the activity of chemotherapy drugs which generate free radicals, such as doxorubicin. In contrast, some researchers theorize that antioxidants might make chemotherapy more effective by reducing oxidative stress that could interfere with apoptosis (cell death) of cancer cells. More evidence is needed to determine what effects, if any, antioxidants such as vitamin C have on chemotherapy.
Estrogens
Vitamin C might increase blood levels of estrogens.
Increases in plasma estrogen levels of up to 55% occur under some circumstances when vitamin C is taken concurrently with oral contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy, including topical products. It is suggested that vitamin C prevents oxidation of estrogen in the tissues, regenerates oxidized estrogen, and reduces sulfate conjugation of estrogen in the gut wall. When tissue levels of vitamin C are high, these processes are already maximized and supplemental vitamin C does not have any effect on estrogen levels. Increases in plasma estrogen levels may occur when patients who are deficient in vitamin C take supplements. Monitor these patients for estrogen-related side effects.
Fluphenazine (Prolixin)
Theoretically, vitamin C might decrease levels of fluphenazine.
In one patient there was a clinically significant decrease in fluphenazine levels when vitamin C (500 mg twice daily) was started. The mechanism is not known, and there is no further data to confirm this interaction.
Indinavir (Crixivan)
Vitamin C can modestly reduce indinavir levels.
One pharmacokinetic study shows that taking vitamin C 1 gram orally once daily along with indinavir 800 mg orally three times daily reduces the area under the concentration-time curve of indinavir by 14%. The mechanism of this interaction is unknown, but it is unlikely to be clinically significant in most patients. The effect of higher doses of vitamin C on indinavir levels is unknown.
Levothyroxine (Synthroid, Others)
Vitamin C can increase levothyroxine absorption.
Two clinical studies in adults with poorly controlled hypothyroidism show that swallowing levothyroxine with a glass of water containing vitamin C 500-1000 mg in solution reduces thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) levels and increases thyroxine (T4) levels when compared with taking levothyroxine alone. This suggests that vitamin C increases the oral absorption of levothyroxine, possibly due to a reduction in pH.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
High-dose vitamin C might reduce the levels and effectiveness of warfarin.
Vitamin C in high doses may cause diarrhea and possibly reduce warfarin absorption. There are reports of two people who took up to 16 grams daily of vitamin C and had a reduction in prothrombin time. Lower doses of 5-10 grams daily can also reduce warfarin absorption. In many cases, this does not seem to be clinically significant. However, a case of warfarin resistance has been reported for a patient who took vitamin C 500 mg twice daily. Cessation of vitamin C supplementation resulted in a rapid increase in international normalized ratio (INR). Tell patients taking warfarin to avoid taking vitamin C in excessively high doses (greater than 10 grams daily). Lower doses may be safe, but the anticoagulation activity of warfarin should be monitored. Patients who are stabilized on warfarin while taking vitamin C should avoid adjusting vitamin C dosage to prevent the possibility of warfarin resistance.
Acetaminophen (Tylenol, Others)
High-dose vitamin C might slightly prolong the clearance of acetaminophen.
A small pharmacokinetic study in healthy volunteers shows that taking high-dose vitamin C (3 grams) 1.5 hours after taking acetaminophen 1 gram slightly increases the apparent half-life of acetaminophen from around 2.3 hours to 3.1 hours. Ascorbic acid competitively inhibits sulfate conjugation of acetaminophen. However, to compensate, elimination of acetaminophen glucuronide and unconjugated acetaminophen increases. This effect is not likely to be clinically significant.
Aspirin
Acidification of the urine by vitamin C might increase aspirin levels.
It has been suggested that acidification of the urine by vitamin C could increase reabsorption of salicylates by the renal tubules, and increase plasma salicylate levels. However, short-term use of up to 6 grams daily of vitamin C does not seem to affect urinary pH or salicylate excretion, suggesting this interaction is not clinically significant.
Choline Magnesium Trisalicylate (Trilisate)
Acidification of the urine by vitamin C might increase choline magnesium trisalicylate levels.
It has been suggested that acidification of the urine by vitamin C could increase reabsorption of salicylates by the renal tubules, and increase plasma salicylate levels. However, short-term use of up to 6 grams daily of vitamin C does not seem to affect urinary pH or salicylate excretion, suggesting this interaction probably is not clinically significant.
Niacin
Vitamin C might decrease the beneficial effects of niacin on high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol levels.
A combination of niacin and simvastatin (Zocor) effectively raises HDL cholesterol levels in patients with coronary disease and low HDL levels. Clinical research shows that taking a combination of antioxidants (vitamin C, vitamin E, beta-carotene, and selenium) along with niacin and simvastatin (Zocor) attenuates this rise in HDL, specifically the HDL-2 and apolipoprotein A1 fractions, by more than 50% in patients with coronary disease. It is not known whether this adverse effect is due to a single antioxidant such as vitamin C, or to the combination. It also is not known whether it will occur in other patient populations.
Salsalate (Disalcid)
Acidification of the urine by vitamin C might increase salsalate levels.
It has been suggested that acidification of the urine by vitamin C could increase reabsorption of salicylates by the renal tubules, and increase plasma salicylate levels. However, short-term use of up to 6 grams/day vitamin C does not seem to affect urinary pH or salicylate excretion, suggesting this interaction probably is not clinically significant.
Hawthorne
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.
Horse Chestnut
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Horse chestnut may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Horse chestnut contains the constituent esculin which has been shown to have antithrombotic effects. Therefore, horse chestnut might have antiplatelet effects. This has not been shown in humans.
Rutin
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, taking rutin with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Animal research suggests that rutin has hypoglycemic effects.
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Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Vitamin C
Interacts with 207 drugsVitamin C (ascorbic acid) is an essential nutrient your body needs but cannot make, so you must get it from food or supplements. It's important for immune function, collagen, and acts as an...
Read the full Vitamin C monograph → Herb & supplement monographHesperidin
Interacts with 702 drugsHesperidin is a flavonoid found in citrus fruits that is often combined with diosmin and used for vein and circulation problems like hemorrhoids and varicose veins. Some evidence supports th...
Read the full Hesperidin monograph → Herb & supplement monographRutin
Interacts with 86 drugsRutin is a plant flavonoid (often taken from buckwheat or citrus) that people use mainly for blood vessel and circulation problems like varicose veins and hemorrhoids. The evidence is limite...
Read the full Rutin monograph → Herb & supplement monographQuercetin
Interacts with 1,169 drugsQuercetin is a plant flavonoid with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties found in many common foods and sold as a supplement. While early research is interesting for allergies, blood...
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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 → Herb & supplement monographWitch Hazel
Witch hazel is a plant-based astringent used mostly on the skin for minor irritation, hemorrhoids, and oily skin. It is generally well tolerated as a topical product for short-term use, but...
Read the full Witch Hazel monograph → Herb & supplement monographHorse Chestnut
Interacts with 122 drugsHorse chestnut seed extract is most often used for chronic venous insufficiency, where standardized products may help reduce leg swelling, pain, and heaviness. Raw, unprocessed horse chestnu...
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The 146 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.
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