what are some of the side effects of red yeast rice?
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['Abdominal discomfort.', 'Heartburn.', 'Gas.', 'Headache.', 'Dizziness.']
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['genital yeast infection (in women and men),', 'common cold symptoms,', 'runny or stuffy nose,', 'sore throat,', 'urinary tract infection,', 'diarrhea,', 'headache,', 'flu symptoms,']
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Side Effects. Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or upset stomach may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Use of this medication for prolonged or repeated periods may result in oral thrush or a new yeast infection.
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It is made by fermenting a type of yeast called Monascus purpureus over red rice. In Chinese medicine, red yeast rice is used to lower cholesterol, improve blood circulation, and improve digestion. Red yeast rice contains chemicals that are similar to prescription statin medications.
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['nausea,', 'vomiting,', 'diarrhea,', 'dizziness,', 'headache,', 'nosebleed,', 'eye redness or discomfort,', 'sleep problems (insomnia), or.']
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Summary Studies show that red yeast rice may help lower cholesterol levels. It may also have the potential to reduce triglycerides and blood pressure when combined with statins.
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In Chinese medicine, red yeast rice is used to lower cholesterol, improve blood circulation, and improve digestion. Red yeast rice contains chemicals that are similar to prescription statin medications. One of these, called monacolin K, has the same makeup as the drug lovastatin (Mevacor).
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['Constipation.', 'Diarrhea.', 'Nausea.', 'Stomach Cramps.', 'Taste Impairment.', 'Vomiting.']
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['stomach pain.', 'nausea.', 'vomiting.', 'diarrhea.', 'constipation.', 'bloating.', 'increased asthma symptoms.', 'gout.']
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['headache,', 'muscle pain, abdominal.', 'pain,', 'weakness,', 'nausea,', 'dizziness,', 'hypersensitivity reactions (including rash, pruritus, hives, and swelling), and.', 'pancreatitis.']
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['nausea and vomiting.', 'dry mouth, or xerostomia.', 'indigestion.', 'peptic ulcers.', 'diarrhea.', 'heartburn.']
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['dry mouth,', 'sore throat,', 'nausea,', 'vomiting,', 'stomach/abdominal pain,', 'flushing,', 'headache,', 'changes in appetite,']
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['Mucositis. ... ', 'Stomatitis, Mucositis, Esophagitis. ... ', 'Nausea and Vomiting. ... ', 'Anorexia. ... ', 'Diarrhea. ... ', 'Constipation. ... ', 'Hepatotoxicity. ... ', 'Anemia.']
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['stuffy or runny nose and sore throat.', 'upper respiratory infection.', 'low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) when used in combination with certain medications, such as a sulfonylurea or insulin.', 'gas, upset stomach, indigestion.', 'weakness.', 'nausea and vomiting.', 'headache.', 'diarrhea.']
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Other health concerns Consuming large amounts of raw rice due to pica has been associated with side effects like fatigue, abdominal pain, hair loss, tooth damage, and iron deficiency anemia ( 6 , 7 ).
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A headache, nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, indigestion, and dizziness. The incidence of gastrointestinal side effects is high with single-dose therapy. In some people, fluconazole may cause dizziness and affect their ability to drive a car or operate machinery.
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['constipation.', 'dizziness.', 'tiredness.', 'headache.', 'nausea.', 'vomiting.', 'dry mouth.']