Imatinib and Panax ginseng: A Potential Interaction Resulting in Liver Toxicity (May).

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CONCLUSIONS: This case emphasizes the importance of continuous monitoring of liver function tests even after several years of imatinib therapy and the importance of advising patients to avoid ginseng and any other over-the-counter herbal supplements that may interact with imatinib.
PMID: 20332334 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Pharmacotherapy)
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