Does lecithin interact with medications?
There are no well-documented interactions between lecithin and any medications, drugs, or medical conditions. People with allergies to eggs or soy should check the source of the lecithin in their supplements and food before consuming.
What supplements should not be taken with warfarin?
Common supplements that can interact with warfarin include:
- Coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone)
- Dong quai.
- Garlic.
- Ginkgo biloba.
- Ginseng.
- Green tea.
- St. John’s wort.
- Vitamin E.
Is soy lecithin a blood thinner?
Lowers cholesterol Researchers have discovered that soybean lecithin can contribute to raising HDL (good) cholesterol and lowering LDL (bad) cholesterol in blood profiles.
Can you take lecithin with blood thinners?
No interactions were found between lecithin and warfarin.
Can you take magnesium with blood thinners?
Iron , magnesium, and zinc may bind with warfarin, potentially decreasing their absorption and activity. People on warfarin therapy should take warfarin and iron/magnesium/zinc-containing products at least two hours apart.
Why is soy lecithin bad for you?
It’s found in a wide variety of foods, including soy lecithin in the form of phosphatidylcholine. Without proper amounts of choline, people can experience organ dysfunction, fatty liver, and muscle damage.
Does vitamin K raise or lower your INR?
Vitamin K can change how warfarin works, which changes your INR. Vitamin K lowers your INR values. The lower your INR, the less time it takes for your blood to clot.
Are there any drugs that interact with warfarin?
An interaction might lower the effectiveness of warfarin or increase your risk of bleeding. Common drugs that can interact with warfarin include: Acetaminophen (Tylenol, others) or acetaminophen-containing products Antifungal medications, such as fluconazole (Diflucan)
How long does it take for a warfarin interaction to occur?
Complex interaction that takes place over 6-8 weeks. Ultimately expect 25-50% warfarin dose reduction. Check INR q1-2 weeks and make serial adjustments per INR.
How are warfarin and sulfamethoxazole drug interactions?
Drug Interactions Drug/Drug Class Effect on INR Recommendations/Comments Rifampin ↓ Expect 2- to 5-fold increase in warfarin Sulfamethoxazole (Septra/Bactrim) ↑ Expect 25-50% warfarin dose reduction Testosterone ↑ Thyroid replacement ↑
Is it possible to reduce the dose of warfarin?
Varies from year to year, but may cause transient rise in INR. Hold warfarin x1 for single dose. Expect 25-50% warfarin dose reduction for extended course. Not always clinically significant if pt not systemically ill.
