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Aloe (Aloe Vera, Indian Alces, Kumari, Ghirita, Gawarpaltra, Barbados Aloe)
Aloe barbadensis, Aloe ferrox, Aloe africana, aloe spicata |
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Active
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Aloin (anthraquinones), aloesin |
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Proposed
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Constipation, emollient, amenorrhoea, insect bites, minor cuts, dandruff, burns, cold sores, lockjaw. |
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Contraindications: |
Kidney disease |
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Renal
specific warnings: |
Severe electrolyte disturbance especially hypokalaemia |
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Adverse
effects: |
GI cramps, electrolyte disturbance, hypokalaemia, albuminuria, haematuria
(no adverse effects when used topically) |
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Pharmacological
properties: |
Human: laxative effect more potent than senna , hypoglycaemia in NIDDM patients
Animal: hypoglycaemia, anti-tumour activity |
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GSL |
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provided is based on the current literature and evidence avialable.
For some herbs, there is little information available and
the evidence of side effects is anecdotal. However, we are
endeavouring to update and improve the quality of information
all the time. We advice you to discuss taking any herbal medicines
with a person who specialises in this field.
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or the authors cannot take any responsibility for any adverse
effects from the use of these herbs.
References:
- Newall,
C., Anderson, L. & Phillipson. J.D. (1996). Herbal Medicines:
A guide for health-care professionals. London: The Pharmaceutical
Press.
- Mills,
S. & Bone, K. (2000). Principles and practice of Phytotherapy.
Modern herbal medicine. Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone.
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