Comments on: Lower Cholesterol – Is grapefruit juice safe with medications, such as Lipitor?

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By: Lisa Nelson RD

Lisa Nelson RD — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 16:32:30 +0000

Hi Jeffrey and Miguel,

Here’s a couple answers to your questions:

Jeffrey – Yes, grapefruit juice can interfere with blood pressure medications, specifically calcium channel blockers. Best to consult your physician to determine the medication you’re taking and your risk related to grapefruit.

Miguel – Yes, you should discuss supplementation of coenzyme Q10 and vitamin E. Your need for these nutrients is likely increased due to the statin medication.

By: Miguel Cobos

Miguel Cobos — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 14:38:29 +0000

I’m on 40mg of Simvastatin and the only warning I was given was of grapefruit juice, from what I can see from the above I should supplement my diet with vitamin E and Q10, also I do eat 3 bananas per day, is that too much magnesium ?

By: Jeffrey Newman

Jeffrey Newman — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 05:25:22 +0000

Is it true that if you have high blood pressure too and taking medication for it also, that grapefruit juice is then bad for you? I have been told in the past, by doctors and a dietitian that I needed to stay away from grapefruits because they have a bad affect on the medication and can actually raise blood pressure levels. (I also replied via Twitter also).