Grapefruit inhibits statin metabolism causing dangerous blood concentrations. Patients on statin therapy avoid grapefruit, pomelo, and Seville orange. Blueberry, cherry, and apple are safe alternatives without CYP3A4 interaction.
Statin and grapefruit interaction: a persistent pharmacy warning
Grapefruit inhibits statin metabolism causing dangerous blood concentrations. Patients on statin therapy avoid grapefruit, pomelo, and Seville orange. Blueberry, cherry, and apple
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