Garlic can interact with several medications, potentially altering their efficacy or increasing the risk of side effects:
Anticoagulants: Garlic can enhance the effects of anticoagulant drugs, such as warfarin and aspirin, increasing the risk of bleeding. Antihypertensives: The hypotensive properties of garlic may potentiate the effects of blood pressure medications, leading to hypotension. HIV Medications: Garlic supplements have been reported to reduce the plasma concentrations of some protease inhibitors, potentially reducing their effectiveness.
