Common Fenugreek Seed … Safety & Interactions
Hu Lu Ba · Semen Trigonellae
Use with caution. Practitioner review recommended before use.
Contraindications
- Yin deficiency with Heat
- Damp-Heat in the lower burner
Cautions
- Food use and medicinal use overlap, but concentrated extracts and tonic-dose use should not be assumed equivalent to routine culinary intake.
- Hu Lu Ba is warming enough that it can aggravate Heat or dryness in the wrong pattern.
- Use in pregnancy should remain clinician-guided rather than self-directed.
Drug Interactions
| Drug Class / Substrate | Mechanism | Severity | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antidiabetic medications ... additive glucose-lowering effects are possible | |||
| Anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications ... concentrated fenugreek products may increase bleeding tendency | |||
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using herbal medicines, especially if you take prescription medications.