Interactions:
There are no reports in the scientific literature to suggest that spirulina interacts with any conventional medications. However, it is possible that spirulina might interfere with drugs given to suppress the immune system, including:
- Adalimumab (Humira)
- Azathioprine (Imuran)
- Cyclosporine (Neoral)
- Etanercept (Enbrel)
- Infliximab (Remicade)
- Leflunomide (Arava)
- Methotrexate
- Mycophenolate (CellCept)
- Prednisone
Alternative Names:
Arthrospira plantensis; Blue-green Algae; Spirulina; Spirulina fusiformis; Spirulina maxima; Spirulina platensis
- Reviewed last on: 9/25/2007
- Steven D. Ehrlich, NMD, private practice specializing in complementary and alternative medicine, Phoenix, AZ. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.