What drugs and foods interact with pau d'arco supplements?

Pau d'arco may increase the risk of bleeding when taken with drugs that increase the risk of bleeding. Some examples include aspirin, anticoagulants (blood thinners) such as warfarin (Coumadin®) or heparin, antiplatelet drugs such as clopidogrel (Plavix®), and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Motrin®, Advil®) or naproxen (Naprosyn®, Aleve®).

Pau d'arco may also interact with agents that affect the immune system, antacids, anticancer agents, anti-inflammatory agents, or ethanol.

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