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Major drug interaction. This ingredient has clinically significant drug interactions. See Drug Interactions below before use.
SAFE

Dan Shen Root

Salvia miltiorrhiza standardised tanshinones
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PubMed Studies
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About

Danshen standardised extract for cardiovascular protection, angina, and microcirculation support. Widely used in Chinese cardiology.

How it works (mechanism of action)

Modulates cardiovascular function via eNOS activation for vasodilation, inhibition of platelet aggregation, and venotonic effects strengthening venous wall integrity. Antioxidant effects protect LDL from oxidative modification reducing atherosclerosis progression.

📊 Effectiveness
Cardiovascular health
Evidence Grade B · 12 studies · n=1,200
Possibly Effective

Evidence grades: A=Strong RCT evidence · B=Good clinical trials · C=Limited trials · D=Preliminary/traditional

👥 Safety by Population
PopulationSafety RatingMax Safe Dose
GeneralPossibly safeNot established
PregnancyPossibly safeNot established
ElderlyPossibly safeNot established
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings

Warfarin interaction: major. Digoxin interaction. CYP3A4 interaction.

💊 Drug Interactions (3)
🔴 Warfarin
Major
Anticoagulant
Management: Contraindicated with warfarin without close INR monitoring.
🔴 CYP2C9 substrates
Major
Multiple drug classes
Management: Review all CYP2C9-metabolised medications.
🟡 Digoxin
Moderate
Cardiac glycoside
Management: Monitor digoxin levels.
🏷️ Other Names
Salvia miltiorrhiza standardised tanshinones
Updated: 2026-04-11
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