Question 1

does hoodia gordonii cause heart problems and drop of blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

Possibly : The true side effects are not know, but a few observational studies suggest cardiovascular side effects.We know its an effective appetite suppressant, but long term consequences remain unknown. Authenticity of the product should also be questioned.

Question 2

how can hoodia interact with prescription drugs?

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Which drugs?: Patients should not take hoodia without first talking to their doctor if they•have diabetes or are taking a medicine to control blood sugar levels, •have any heart problems or take any heart medicines, 
•have a bleeding or blood clotting disorder or are taking a medicine to increase or decrease the clotting of their blood such as aspirin, warfarin (coumadin), or heparin, •have known eating disorders.

Question 3

are there any major differences between phentermine and hoodia?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Phentermine is used for a limited period of time to speed weight loss in overweight people who are exercising and eating a low-calorie diet. . Phentermine is in a class of medications called anorectics. It works by decreasing appetite. Goofus is a natural plant supplement with similar activity.

Question 4

what are hoodia pills?

Accepted Answer

Cactus diet pills: Extract of a south african cactus that is a modest appetite suppressant that may help dieters.

Question 5

how does hoodia interact with prescriptions?

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Depends on Rxs.: Patients should not take hoodia without first talking to their doctor if they•have diabetes or are taking a medicine to control blood sugar levels, •have any heart problems or take any heart medicines, 
•have a bleeding or blood clotting disorder or are taking a medicine to increase or decrease the clotting of their blood such as aspirin, warfarin (coumadin), or heparin, •have known eating disorders.

Question 6

does hoodia interfere with coumadin/warfarin?

Accepted Answer

No: I can find no report of a drug interaction. You should be aware that many products marketed as hoodia actually have no hoodia in them.

Question 7

does hoodia work for weight loss?

Accepted Answer

It depends...: It's like most things. It works for some, and not for others. Be sure you are getting the hoodia from a reputable source. The effective dose: some people only need 1, 000 to 2, 500 mg per day while others need 3, 000 to 4, 500 mg per day. I'd recommend starting at the lower dose, and then increase if necessary. You should start seeing a difference within  2wks if you are going to respond.

Question 8

does hoodia really work for weight loss?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: There is no scientific information available, because there have been no scientific studies. What that generally means is, if it looks like a duck, and sounds like a duck, and walks like a duck...........In other words, quack! save your money and meet with a qualified registered dietitian. Don't get your medical information from tv and the internet.

Question 9

wanted to know if diet pills with hoodia in them have any negative side effects?

Accepted Answer

There is absolutely: NO scientific information that hoodia helps lose weight, except in your wallet. Don't get your medical information from friends, tv or internet scams.

Question 10

can lichen planus stops if offending medication removed?

Accepted Answer

Lichen Planus: Some drugs, such as arsenic, bismuth, or gold, can produce an eruption which appears identical to lichen planus. Exposure to certain chemicals used in the development of color photographs can also produce a similar rash. The long-term use of the drugs quinacrine or Quinidine (quinidine gluconate, Quinidine sulfate), which is used for malaria and certain microscopic organisms. Lp may stop with dc.

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