For your convenience, we have included below a summary of information about the use of natural supplements. This is precautionary information and is NOT intended in any way to be complete. Always check with your doctor before taking any supplements:

The following herbs should NOT be taken during pregnancy or when breast feeding:
Aloe, Black Cohosh, Cascara, Dong Quai, Feverfew, Goldenseal, Kava Kava, Saw Palmetto.

The following herbs may influence the effect of the heart medication Digoxin (Lanoxin):
Aloe, Cascara, Foxglove, Ginger, Goldenseal, Guarana, Hawthorn, Ipecac, Licorice Root, Lily of the Valley, Ma Huang, Psyllium, Sarsaparilla, Squill, Wild Ipecac, Yohimbe

The following herbs may influence the effect of the anti-coagulant Coumadin:
Alfalfa, Black Cohosh, Borage Seed Oil, Bromelain, Capsicum, Clove, Dong Quai, Fenugreek, Feverfew, Fish Oil, Garlic, Ginger Ginkgo, Ginseng Panax, Goldenseal, Horse Chestnut, Horseradish, Licorice, Onion, Papain, Passion Flower, Red Clover, Safflower, Stinging Nettle, Turmeric, Vitamin E, Willow Bark.

The following herbs may affect the blood sugar level in diabetics:
Glucosamine, Ma Huang.

References:
1. Tyler V., Herbs of Choice, 1994.
2. Pharmacist's Letter Continuing Education Booklet, 1998.
3. Physician Desk Reference For Herbal Medicines, First Edition 1998.