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Garlic × Alteplase

MODERATE Ddinter-Verified Evidence

Mechanism

Interaction identified from DDInter 2.0 database. Specific drugs: Alteplase

Effect

See mechanism description

Management

Consult healthcare provider before combining.

Plain Language Summary

✨ AI-generated · Qwen 3.6 · grounded in 2 sources · methodology

This combination carries a moderate risk. Taking garlic while using alteplase may increase your risk of bleeding because garlic can have a blood-thinning effect.

Source

DDInter 2.0 (ddinter.scbdd.com)

Research

Supporting Research

Garlic supplementation for the treatment of chronic liver disease: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
PMID:38223588 DOI 2023
Consumption of large amounts of Allium vegetables reduces risk for gastric cancer in a meta-analysis
PMID:21473867 DOI 2011
Garlic for the common cold
PMID:25386977 DOI 2014
Effects of Garlic Supplementation on Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Adults: A Comprehensive Updated Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
PMID:40580481 DOI 2026
Effects of seasoning on the formation of heterocyclic amines and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in meats: A meta-analysis
PMID:33443787 DOI 2021
A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Ayurvedic Herbal Preparations for Hypercholesterolemia
PMID:34071454 DOI 2021
Garlic intake lowers fasting blood glucose: meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
PMID:26693740 DOI 2015
Garlic for the common cold
PMID:22419312 DOI 2012
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