Active Ingredient:
information from selected non-manufacturer sources
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Grapefruit |
| Description |
A plant species of the genus CITRUS, family RUTACEAE that provides the familiar grapefruit. There is evidence that grapefruit juice inhibits CYTOCHROME P-450 isoform 3A4, resulting in delayed metabolism and higher blood levels of a variety of drugs. [MeSH]
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| Related Names/Sources |
Citrus decumana; Grapefruit Extract; Grapefruit Extract [fruit] |
| Related Brands |
Brands that contain this ingredient |
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Uses (in humans) |
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Grapefruit
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Last updated: 24 October 2007
