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Ashwagandha : interaction with Narcotic medications

Interaction type:
Interactions

Interaction rating:
Study Supported
Ashwagandha may alter the effects of these medications and possibly the dose needed for treatment. Use with caution. (1)
These drugs include morphine, opium, codeine, meperidine, methadone, oxycodone, propoxyphene, oxymorphone, fentanyl, remifentanil, sufentanil, alfentanil, hydromorphone, levorphanol, levomethadyl, buprenorphine, butorphanol, pentazocine, nalbuphine

References

View Abstract: Kulkarni SK, et al. Inhibition of Morphine Tolerance and Dependence by Withania Somnifera in Mice. J Ethnopharmacol. Aug1997;57(3):213-17.

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