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Memory supplements and medicines: how to check for interactions
Memory supplements and medicines can interact, because a supplement is not tested like a drug. Arginine can lower blood pressure too far with nitrates, sildenafil-type medicines and blood pressure pills. MemoHoney lists 400 mg of arginine rows per capsule, so show your pharmacist the label first.
Written by the MemoHoney label deskUpdated · 5 min read
Why do supplement drug interactions happen?
Supplement drug interactions happen because supplements act in the body and the FDA does not approve them for safety or effectiveness before sale.
The FDA warns that problems can occur when you combine supplements or mix them with medicines (FDA 101 supplements). NCCIH adds that supplements may interact with your medications or pose risks if you have certain medical problems or surgery planned (NCCIH using supplements wisely). Tell every provider about everything you take.
Which medicines interact with arginine, found in memory supplements?
Arginine interacts with nitrates, sildenafil-type medicines, blood pressure medicines, blood thinners and diabetes medicines.
Mayo Clinic says arginine with nitrates or sildenafil might push blood pressure too low, and it lists stomach upset, gout and asthma cautions (Mayo Clinic, L-arginine). In the VINTAGE MI trial, 6 of 153 patients given arginine after a heart attack died, against none on placebo (Schulman 2006, VINTAGE MI).
| Medicine | Concern |
|---|---|
| Nitrates (chest pain) | Blood pressure may fall too far |
| Sildenafil-type medicines | Blood pressure may fall too far |
| Blood pressure medicines | Effects may add together |
| Blood thinners | May add to the effect |
| Diabetes medicines | May add to the effect |
What signs mean stop and call a clinician?
Dizziness on standing, fainting, chest pain, a rash or severe stomach upset mean stop the supplement and call a clinician.
- Dizzy, faint or lightheaded on standingA sign blood pressure may be too low, especially with nitrates, ED medicines or blood pressure medicines. Sit or lie down, stop the capsules and call your doctor.
- Chest pain, fainting, trouble breathingCall 911 now. Do not drive yourself, and do not wait for a supplement to help.
- Stomach pain, bloating or diarrheaThe common side effects of arginine. Stop and ask a clinician if they last.
- Rash, hives or swellingPossible allergy. Stop and get medical help; swelling of the face or throat or trouble breathing is an emergency.
- Memory slipping fast, getting lost, repeating questionsThese are warning signs NIA lists for a medical check. See a clinician rather than waiting for a supplement to help.
Signs from (Mayo Clinic, L-arginine) (NIA, Memory problems and aging) (FDA report a problem). This list is not complete. A supplement is never a reason to wait.
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For a MemoHoney capsule, the rows to bring to a pharmacist are the two arginine rows, 200 mg each, and the two citrulline rows, 100 mg each.
The label does not say how much arginine sits in the "AKG 2:1 Extract". Ask your doctor or pharmacist first if you take nitrates, sildenafil-type medicines, blood pressure medicines, blood thinners or diabetes medicines, or have had a heart attack. Keep taking prescribed medicine. Calcium carbonate can also interact with levothyroxine, some antibiotics and lithium (NIH ODS, Calcium). See side effects.
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FAQ
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Can I take a memory supplement with my prescription?
Maybe, but ask your pharmacist first. Interactions depend on the ingredient and the medicine. Bring the Supplement Facts panel and your full medicine list, and do not stop prescribed medicine on your own.
Does arginine interact with blood thinners?
Mayo Clinic says arginine may add to blood thinners. The label gives 400 mg across two arginine rows. If you take warfarin or similar medicine, ask your prescriber before adding it.
Who checks supplement interactions?
A pharmacist is the easiest person to ask and often does it for free. Give them the product name, the panel amounts and every medicine you take, including over-the-counter ones.
How do I report a bad reaction to a supplement?
Stop the product and report it through the FDA Safety Reporting Portal. For serious signs such as fainting, chest pain, hives or throat swelling, get urgent care first. Chest pain, fainting or trouble breathing: call 911.
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