Safflower
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- What other names is Safflower known by?
- What is Safflower?
- How does Safflower work?
- Are there safety concerns?
- Are there any interactions with medications?
- Dosing considerations for Safflower.
Are there any interactions with medications?
Medications that slow blood clotting (Anticoagulant / Antiplatelet drugs)
Interaction Rating: Moderate Be cautious with this combination.
Talk with your health provider.
Large amounts of safflower might slow blood clotting. Taking safflower along with medications that also slow clotting might increase the chances of bruising and bleeding.
Some medications that slow blood clotting include aspirin, clopidogrel (Plavix), diclofenac (Voltaren, Cataflam, others), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, others), naproxen (Anaprox, Naprosyn, others), dalteparin (Fragmin), enoxaparin (Lovenox), heparin, warfarin (Coumadin), and others.
Dosing considerations for Safflower.
The following doses have been studied in scientific research:BY MOUTH:
- For high cholesterol: Safflower oil as a dietary supplement.
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