New Reasons To Avoid Grapefruit And Other Juices When Taking Certain Drugs
Tuesday, August 19, 2008 - 23:21
in Health & Medicine
Scientists and consumers have known for years that grapefruit juice can increase the absorption of some drugs, causing potentially toxic effects. Now, researchers in Canada report new evidence that drinking grapefruit and other common fruit juices, including orange and apple, also can substantially decrease the absorption of some drugs, wiping out their potential beneficial effects. Their research will be presented in August at the American Chemical Society national meeting in Philadelphia.