Posted by Sunnely on September 25, 2000, at 14:35:48
In reply to A question for Sunnely....thankyou...., posted by Deborah on September 25, 2000, at 10:01:58
>Some herbs may affect blood clotting such as >gingko, ginseng, ginger, garlic, feverfew, >chamomile.
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> .....blood clotting and herbs such as feverfew caught my eye. Do these herbs 'thin the blood' like aspirin does? (so I believe anyway).
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> Many thanks and best wishes,
> Deb.Dear Deb,
Feverfew and risk of bleeding and potential for allergic reaction:
Allergic contact dermatitis can occur with topical (local) use of feverfew. It can cause an allergic reaction in individuals sensitive to the Asteraceae/Composite family. Members of this family include ragweed, chrysanthemum, marigolds, daisies, and other herbs.
Some evidence demonstrates the crude extracts of feverfew might inhibit blood platelet aggregation and the neutrophil and platelet secretory activity. (In short, it appears to have some "anti-platelet" action leading to increased of bleeding. Yes, just like aspirin.)
Therefore, concurrent use of feverfew with other herbs with coumarin constituents or affect platelet aggregation could theoretically increase the risk of bleeding in some people. These herbs include: angelica, anise, asafoetida, bogbean, boldo, capsicum, celery, chamomile, clove, danshen, fenugreek, garlic, ginger, gingko, ginseng (Panax), horse chestnut, horseradish, licorice, meadowsweet, prickly ash, onion, papain, passionflower, poplar, quassia, red clover, turmeric, wild carrot, wild lettuce, willow, and others.
Good Luck.
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