Grapefruit and Drugs

Food and other nutrients can impact the effectiveness of prescription and over the counter drugs. IN the 1980s, scientist discovered that grapefruit juice inhibits the CYP3A4 enzyme. which metabolizes cretin drugs and may enhance the body absorption of the drugs, causing side effects. The Web site at www.DruginteractionCenter.org contains a database of grapefruit-drug interactions along with the supporting scientific literature. Consumers will information about specific drugs under the section labeled "Professionals," or they can search for a specific drug by name.