Herbal Intake Contrandication (Drug Interaction)

Many herbal remedies may adversely interact with prescription and over the counter drugs. Always ask your doctor about using herbal remedies while you are taking prescription medications.

For example, certain herbs may increase or decrease the dynamics of blood thinners, i.e. Coumadin (Warfarin) Herbs may also exacerbate stomach upset or even ulcerations of NSAID's (non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs, i.e., Aleve/Naproxen, Celebrex, Aspirin), causing stomach bleeding. Certain binders use to capsulize this herb may contain gluten (protein elements of wheat, barley, rye, or oats), to which those with Celiac Sprue are allergic.

Do not take this herbal remedies alcohol. In certain persons, certain herbs act as a carcinogen (cancer causing agent). Do not give herbal remedies to children under 14 without their doctor's knowledge and consent.. Always consult your healthcare professional before taking any herbal product or formula, especially if you are on prescription medication(s). With herbal products sold through infomercials, mail order or at health food stores, never assume all claims are valid.

Herbal products are not regulated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any ailment. Read and follow label instructions very carefully.

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