Viburnum prunifolium

Black haw/Drug Interactions:

  • AbortifacientsAbortifacients: According to secondary sources, black haw has traditionally been used to relax the uterus, reduce uterine contractility, and to prevent miscarriages. Black haw has been studied for its potential effects on uterine activity, although scientific data is lacking in the available literature (2).
  • Hormonal agentsHormonal agents: Xu et al. have investigated the DNA profiles of Viburnum prunifolium L. in conjunction with post-menopausal symptoms, however the mechanism of action is unclear (1).
  • SalicylatesSalicylates: According to secondary sources, black haw contains salicin, a compound related to acetylsalicylic acid, that may cause allergic reactions in people with allergies to aspirin and other salicylates.

    • Black haw/Herb/Supplement Interactions:

  • AbortifacientsAbortifacients: According to secondary sources, black haw has traditionally been used to relax the uterus, reduce uterine contractility, and to prevent miscarriages. Black haw has been studied for its potential effects on uterine activity, although scientific data is lacking in the available literature (2).
  • Hormonal herbs and supplementsHormonal herbs and supplements: Xu et al. have investigated the DNA profiles of Viburnum prunifolium L. in conjunction with post-menopausal symptoms, however the mechanism of action is unclear (1).
  • Salicylate containing herbs and supplementsSalicylate containing herbs and supplements: According to secondary sources, black haw contains salicin, a compound related to acetylsalicylic acid, that may cause allergic reactions in people with allergies to aspirin and other salicylates.

    • Black haw/Food Interactions:

  • Insufficient available evidence.

    • Black haw/Lab Interactions:

  • Insufficient available evidence.