The issue
Herbal supplements aren't necessarily safe just because they're natural. Various herbal supplements can increase blood pressure or interfere with the effectiveness of blood pressure medications.
Examples :
- Bitter orange
- Ephedra (ma-huang)
- Ginseng
- Licorice
- St. John's wort
What to do
Check with your doctor before taking any herbal supplements. You may need to avoid supplements that raise your blood pressure or interfere with your blood pressure medications.
Provided by : MayoClinic.com
