Schizonepeta is a plant. The parts that grow above the ground are used to make medicine.
Schizonepeta is used for the common cold, fever, sore throat, pain, eczema (atopic dermatitis), psoriasis, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Is It Effective?
NatMed Pro rates effectiveness based on scientific evidence according to the following scale: Effective, Likely Effective, Possibly Effective, Possibly Ineffective, Likely Ineffective, Ineffective, and Insufficient Evidence to Rate.
- Eczema (atopic dermatitis). Some research shows that schizonepeta in combination with 9 other herbs (Zemaphyte, Phytopharm Plc.) might reduce redness and irritation in people with eczema. However, other research shows no effect.
- Common cold.
- Fever.
- Sore throat.
- Psoriasis.
- Abnormally heavy bleeding during menstrual periods (menorrhagia).
- Other conditions.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of schizonepeta for these uses.
Is it Safe?
Schizonepeta contains chemicals that might reduce swelling and allergic reactions.
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough information to know if schizonepeta is safe or what the side effects might be. When taken at high doses, schizonepeta is POSSIBLY UNSAFE and might damage the liver.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if schizonepeta is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Medications changed by the liver (Cytochrome P450 1A2 (CYP1A2) substrates)
Interaction Rating=Moderate Be cautious with this combination.
Some medications are changed and broken down by the liver. Schizonepeta might decrease how quickly the liver breaks down some medications. Taking schizonepeta along with some medications that are changed by the liver may increase the effects and side effects of some medications. Before taking schizonepeta, talk to your healthcare provider if you take any medications that are changed by the liver.
Some of these medications that are changed by the liver include clozapine (Clozaril), cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril), fluvoxamine (Luvox), haloperidol (Haldol), imipramine (Tofranil), mexiletine (Mexitil), olanzapine (Zyprexa), pentazocine (Talwin), propranolol (Inderal), tacrine (Cognex), theophylline, zileuton (Zyflo), zolmitriptan (Zomig), and others.
Medications changed by the liver (Cytochrome P450 2D6 (CYP2D6) substrates)
Interaction Rating=Moderate Be cautious with this combination.
Some medications are changed and broken down by the liver. Schizonepeta might decrease how quickly the liver breaks down some medications. Taking schizonepeta along with some medications that are changed by the liver may increase the effects and side effects of some medications. Before taking schizonepeta talk to your healthcare provider if you take any medications that are changed by the liver.
Some medications that are changed by the liver include amitriptyline (Elavil), codeine, desipramine (Norpramin), flecainide (Tambocor), haloperidol (Haldol), imipramine (Tofranil), metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol XL), ondansetron (Zofran), paroxetine (Paxil), risperidone (Risperdal), tramadol (Ultram), venlafaxine (Effexor), and others.
Medications changed by the liver (Cytochrome P450 2E1 (CYP2E1) substrates)
Interaction Rating=Moderate Be cautious with this combination.
Some medications are changed and broken down by the liver. Schizonepeta might decrease how quickly the liver breaks down some medications. Taking schizonepeta along with some medications that are broken down by the liver may increase the effects and side effects of some medications. Before taking schizonepeta talk to your healthcare provider if you take any medications that are changed by the liver.
Some medications changed by the liver include acetaminophen, chlorzoxazone (Parafon Forte), ethanol, theophylline, and anesthetics such as enflurane (Ethrane), halothane (Fluothane), isoflurane (Forane), methoxyflurane (Penthrane).
Medications changed by the liver (Cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) substrates)
Interaction Rating=Moderate Be cautious with this combination.
Some medications are changed and broken down by the liver. Schizonepeta might increase how quickly the liver breaks down some medications. Taking schizonepeta along with some medications that are broken down by the liver may decrease the effects of some medications. Before taking schizonepeta talk to your healthcare provider if you take any medications that are changed by the liver.
Some medications changed by the liver include lovastatin (Mevacor), ketoconazole (Nizoral), itraconazole (Sporanox), fexofenadine (Allegra), triazolam (Halcion), and many others.
There are no known interactions with herbs and supplements.
There are no known interactions with foods.
The appropriate dose of schizonepeta depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for schizonepeta. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.
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