Natural Products Flashcards
What should the dose of CoQ10 be with statins?
50-100mg once with evening meals
Is there any major drug interaction with Kava?
Yes, warfarin
What is something you would recommend to use with St. John’s Wort?
Sunscreen + tapered withdrawal
Red Yeast Rice is a naturally occurring _______ analogue
lovastatin
What is Echinacea used for?
Treat & prevent colds/respiratory infections
What is Cinnamon used for?
Decrease blood glucose
Is there any major drug interaction with garlic?
Yes, warfarin
Is there any major drug interaction with CoQ10?
Nope
How often should you take fish oil?
Twice per week
Which natural product has an increased risk of hypoglycemia?
Ginger
What does garlic primarily affect?
Lowers…
LDL
TC
TG
What enzyme does Chondroitin inhibit?
Elastase
What is the limit of fish oil per day?
3g
Is there any major drug interaction with Green Tea?
Yes, warfain
What is Valerian used for?
Insomnia & anxiety
Who should avoid using Milk Thistle?
Pregnant and/or ragweed allergy
What is the FDA approved use of Melatonin?
Sleep problems in blind patients
What should you avoid with Kava?
Alcohol
What else could you use in combination w/ glucosamine?
Chondroitin (1200mg QD)
Is there any major drug interaction with fish oil?
Yes, warfarin
How long does St. John’s Wort take to work?
Few weeks
What is the dose on Ginger for pregnancy?
250mg qid
What drug will lower you CoQ10 levels?
Statins
To prevent the odor of garlic, how can you prevent it?
Enteric coated option
What is Ginkgo for?
Mental stuff (Alzheimers, mental decline, ADHD, etc) + acute mountain sickness
Which natural product is used as a ceremonial tranquilizing beverage?
Kava