Origin: South East Asia.

An ancient herb is renowned for its use to treat stomach complaints and nausea.

May be useful for but not limited to:

Treat sinus congestion.

Nervousness & upset stomach.

Bronchitis & as a lung tonic.

Migraines

Blood cleanser & blood builder.

Cautions or Contraindication:

Avoid high doses in pregnancy. (Max of 2000mg/day). Commission E suggests people with gallstones consult their physician before use. Use with caution with gastric ulcers or reflux. Suspend high dose use (>10g) 1 week before surgery.

Known drug interactions:

Avoid with warfarin (Coumadin, Marevan). May increase prothrombin time & international normalised ration (INR) values. Patients should be monitored for prothrombin & INR values.

Use with caution: antiplatelet medications including Asprin (including Aspro, Solprin, Astrix, Cartia). Co-prescription may increase bruising & bleeding.