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Is Pradaxa Contraindicated With Impaired Liver Function?

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Posted on Tue, 11 Oct 2016
Question: Hi Dr
I am taking Pradaxa. I want to take milk thistle and generally help my liver. Would this be contraindicated?
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D XXXXXXX
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (2 hours later)
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Hello and welcome

I appreciate your concern

Yes , Pradaxa (dabigatran) can be used with milk thistle. It's interaction is not studied extensively but there is no documented contraindication.

Wishing you best of health

Thanks

Dr M.S Khalil

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Is Pradaxa Contraindicated With Impaired Liver Function?

Brief Answer: Explained Detailed Answer: Hello and welcome I appreciate your concern Yes , Pradaxa (dabigatran) can be used with milk thistle. It's interaction is not studied extensively but there is no documented contraindication. Wishing you best of health Thanks Dr M.S Khalil