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Zingiber officinale
Ginger is a tropical flowering plant whose rhizome is widely used as both a spice and a medicine. It has been a cornerstone of Ayurvedic and Chinese herbal medicine for over 5,000 years. Known for its warming properties, ginger is one of the most versatile and well-researched medicinal herbs.
| Drug | Severity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin (Coumadin) | moderate | High-dose ginger supplements may increase bleeding risk when combined with warfarin. |
| Nifedipine | mild | Ginger may enhance the antiplatelet and blood pressure-lowering effects of nifedipine. |
| Metformin | mild | Ginger may modestly enhance the blood sugar-lowering effect of metformin. |