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Eastern Red Cedar

Are there any interactions with medications?

Sedative medications (Barbiturates)
Interaction Rating: Minor Be cautious with this combination.
Talk with your health provider.

Medications that cause sleepiness and drowsiness are called sedatives. Eastern red cedar seems to decrease the effectiveness of some sedative medications. But is it not clear why this interaction occurs.


Dosing considerations for Eastern Red Cedar.

The appropriate dose of Eastern red cedar depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for Eastern red cedar. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.

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