What medications should not be taken with Xuan Mai Gan Ju Granules?

Under normal circumstances, Xuanmai Ganju Granules should not be taken together with anticoagulant drugs, hypoglycemic agents, digitalis-type medications, antihypertensive drugs, or diuretics. It is recommended to follow medical advice when taking medication. If any discomfort occurs, immediate medical attention is advised. Specific analysis is as follows:

1. Anticoagulant drugs

Xuanmai Ganju Granules have certain antiplatelet and anticoagulant effects; therefore, they should not be used concurrently with anticoagulant medications, as this may increase the risk of bleeding.

2. Hypoglycemic agents

Xuanmai Ganju Granules may affect blood glucose levels. Therefore, patients using hypoglycemic drugs should avoid taking these granules to prevent the risk of hypoglycemia.

3. Digitalis-type medications

Xuanmai Ganju Granules may influence cardiac function. When taking digitalis-type medications, concurrent use of these granules should be avoided to reduce the risk of heart failure.

4. Antihypertensive drugs

Xuanmai Ganju Granules may affect blood pressure. Taking them together with antihypertensive medications might interfere with the desired blood pressure-lowering effect.

5. Diuretic drugs

Since Xuanmai Ganju Granules have a certain diuretic effect, combining them with diuretic medications may increase urine output, potentially leading to dehydration or electrolyte imbalances.

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