Can I give Nettle Powder alongside allergy medication or other supplements?Updated 3 days ago
In most cases, Nettle Powder can be safely given alongside prescription allergy medication or other natural supplements. It’s a gentle wholefood ingredient with no fillers or synthetic additives.
However, because every pet is different, it’s always best to introduce it carefully and check with your vet if your dog or cat is on long-term medication.
Alongside allergy medications:
- Nettle acts as a natural antihistamine, helping regulate histamine activity.
- This makes it a good partner to conventional allergy treatments like antihistamine tablets or steroids — but you should always speak to your vet before combining.
- Special care should be taken if your pet is on:
- Prescription antihistamines (to avoid over-suppression of histamine).
- Long-term corticosteroids (nettle may interact with cortisol regulation).
- Blood thinners or diuretics, since nettle itself has mild blood-thinning and diuretic properties.
Alongside other supplements:
- Generally safe with most natural supports like fish oil, probiotics, digestive aids, or joint blends.
- Works particularly well when paired with omega-3 fatty acids (from fish or flax oil), which also soothe allergy-related inflammation.
- Since it already provides vitamins and minerals, there’s no need to double up with similar green powders unless under guidance.