Eleuthero

When used for short periods, common side effects of eleuthero include diarrhea, upset stomach, heartburn, headache, nausea, and hives. Other side effects can include:

• anxiety
• breast pain
• headaches
• increased blood pressure
• increased heart rate
• rash

Do not use or give eleuthero to anybody if you:

• have high blood pressure
• have a hormone-sensitive condition (e.g., breast cancer, uterine cancer)
• are experiencing an infection
• are pregnant or breast-feeding
• are under the age of 18 years

There is not enough information or studies on whether eleuthero is safe for:

• people with bleeding disorders
• people with cardiovascular disease
• diabetics
• people with psychiatric conditions (e.g., schizophrenia)

There may be an interaction with eleuthero and any of the following:

• anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin)
• antidiabetic medications (e.g., glyburide, insulin, metformin)
• antiplatelet medications (e.g., clopidogrel)
• blood pressure medications (e.g., ramipril, hydrochlorothiazide, amlodipine)
• immunosuppressants (e.g. azathioprine, cyclosporine)
• lithium
• medications that are changed or broken down by the liver (e.g., amitriptyline, losartan, phenytoin, celecoxib, olanzapine, clozapine)
• digoxin

Consult your health care provider if your symptoms persist, worsen, or if you have any type of acute infection.

Before taking any new medications, including natural health products, speak to your physician, pharmacist, or other health care provider. Tell your health care provider about any natural health products you may be taking.