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Does Ashwagandha Interact With Warfarin?

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Posted on Mon, 16 May 2016
Question: Does ashwagandha interfere with warfarin?
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Answered by Dr. Lilit Baghdasaryan (36 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
May increase the risk of bleeding

Detailed Answer:
Dear Mrs,

Ashvagandha may increase the risk of bleeding when taken with warfarin.
I would advise you to check your INR more frequently if you start to take them together.

Wishing you good health

In case of further questions don't hesitate to ask

Regards,
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Dr. Lilit Baghdasaryan

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Does Ashwagandha Interact With Warfarin?

Brief Answer: May increase the risk of bleeding Detailed Answer: Dear Mrs, Ashvagandha may increase the risk of bleeding when taken with warfarin. I would advise you to check your INR more frequently if you start to take them together. Wishing you good health In case of further questions don't hesitate to ask Regards,