What herbs and supplements can interact with birch?

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  1. Natural Standard, The Authority on Integrative Medicine
     
    Natural Standard, The Authority on Integrative Medicine answered:
    Birch may interact with blood thinning herbs and supplements. Caution is advised in patients with bleeding disorders or taking herbs or supplements that may increase the risk of bleeding. Dosing adjustments may be necessary.

    Birch may have diuretic (increase urine production) effects. Caution is advised in patients taking herbs or supplements that increase the flow of urine.

    Birch may be hepatotoxic (liver damaging); caution is advised in patients with liver disorders or taking herbs or supplements that may affect the liver.

    You should read product labels, and discuss all therapies with a qualified healthcare provider. Natural Standard information does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

    Birch may interact with blood thinning herbs and supplements. Caution is advised in patients with bleeding disorders or taking herbs or supplements that may increase the risk of bleeding. Dosing adjustments may be necessary.Birch may have diuretic... More