Ingredients | Amount Per Serving |
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Proprietary Blend
(Proprietary Blend (Combination) Note: (750 mg. per tablet) of: )
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1500 mg |
Kirin Ginseng
(root)
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0 Not Present |
Cistanche salsa
(herb)
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0 Not Present |
(Rehmannia )
(root)
(cooked)
(Rehmannia PlantPart: root Genus: Rehmannia Note: cooked )
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0 Not Present |
(root)
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0 Not Present |
(fruit)
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0 Not Present |
(Rubus )
(fruit)
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0 Not Present |
(Gelatinum)
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0 Not Present |
(Morinda )
(root)
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0 Not Present |
Cynamorium
(plant)
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0 Not Present |
Fu Shen sclerotium
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0 Not Present |
Ligusticum
(Ligusticum )
(root)
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0 Not Present |
Eucommia
(Eucommia )
(bark)
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0 Not Present |
(herb)
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0 Not Present |
(Evodia )
(fruit)
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0 Not Present |
(bark)
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0 Not Present |
Zanthoxylum
(Zanthoxylum )
(fruit)
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0 Not Present |
Vegetable Gum, Silicon Dioxide (Alt. Name: SiO2), Stearic Acid (Alt. Name: C18:0), Cellulose
Below is general information about the effectiveness of the known ingredients contained in the product Maternal Herbal. Some ingredients may not be listed. This information does NOT represent a recommendation for or a test of this specific product as a whole.
INSUFFICIENT RELIABLE EVIDENCE to RATE
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INSUFFICIENT RELIABLE EVIDENCE to RATE
There is insufficient reliable information available about the effectiveness of evodia.
There is insufficient reliable information available about the effectiveness of glossy privet.
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Below is general information about the safety of the known ingredients contained in the product Maternal Herbal. Some ingredients may not be listed. This information does NOT represent a recommendation for or a test of this specific product as a whole.
LIKELY SAFE ...when consumed in amounts commonly found in foods. Ceylon cinnamon has Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) status in the US for use as a spice or flavoring agent (4912).
POSSIBLY SAFE ...when used orally and appropriately in medicinal amounts. Ceylon cinnamon 0.5-3 grams daily has been safely used in studies lasting up to 6 months (4,12,97248,97250,99874). ...when used as a mouth rinse for up to 15 days (92071). There is insufficient reliable information available about the safety of Ceylon cinnamon when used orally in greater amounts or for longer periods. Ceylon cinnamon contains trace amounts of coumarin (108260). In very high doses, coumarin can cause hepatotoxicity (15302). However, since the amount of coumarin in Ceylon cinnamon is negligible, it is unlikely to cause toxic effects (89652,92072,92073).
PREGNANCY: LIKELY SAFE
when consumed in amounts commonly found in foods (4912).
PREGNANCY: LIKELY UNSAFE
when used orally in amounts greater than those found in foods.
Fetal abnormalities have been reported in animals (4,12).
LACTATION: LIKELY SAFE
when consumed in amounts commonly found in foods (4912).
There is insufficient reliable information available about the safety of Ceylon cinnamon in amounts greater than those found in foods.
POSSIBLY SAFE ...when used orally and appropriately, short-term. Deer velvet powder has been used with apparent safety at a dose of 1-1.5 grams daily for up to 10-12 weeks (47106,47108).
PREGNANCY AND LACTATION:
Insufficient reliable information available; avoid using.
POSSIBLY SAFE ...when used orally and appropriately. Dong quai has been used with apparent safety in a dose of 4.5 grams daily for 24 weeks, or in combination with other ingredients in doses of up to 150 mg daily for up to 6 months (19552,35797). ...when used intravenously as a 25% solution, in a dose of 200-250 mL daily for up to 20 days (48438,48442,48443,48483).
POSSIBLY UNSAFE ...when used orally in large amounts, long-term. Theoretically, long-term use of large amounts of dong quai could be harmful. Dong quai contains several constituents such as bergapten, safrole, and isosafrole that are considered carcinogenic (7162). There is insufficient reliable information available about the safety of dong quai when used topically.
PREGNANCY: POSSIBLY UNSAFE
when used orally.
Dong quai has uterine stimulant and relaxant effects (8142); theoretically, it could adversely affect pregnancy. Observational research has found that intake of An-Tai-Yin, an herbal combination product containing dong quai and parsley, during the first trimester is associated with an increased risk of congenital malformations of the musculoskeletal system, connective tissue, and eyes (15129).
LACTATION:
Insufficient reliable information available; avoid use.
There is insufficient reliable information available about the safety of evodia when used orally. In animal studies, evodia has induced QT interval prolongation and Torsade de pointes (97035). It is not clear what dose, if any, is required to produce a similar effect in humans.
PREGNANCY: POSSIBLY UNSAFE
when used orally.
Active constituents in evodia have uterine stimulant activity in animal models. Evodia might also decrease litter size in animal models (15229). Theoretically, taking evodia during pregnancy might adversely affect pregnancy outcome.
LACTATION:
Insufficient reliable information available; avoid using.
POSSIBLY SAFE ...when used orally and appropriately (12).
PREGNANCY AND LACTATION:
Insufficient reliable information available; avoid using.
POSSIBLY SAFE ...when horny goat weed extract is used orally and appropriately, short-term. A specific extract of horny goat weed containing 60 mg icariin, 15 mg daidzein, and 3 mg genistein (Xianling Gubao; Tong Ji Tang Pharmacal Company) has been used daily with apparent safety for up to 24 months (14900,97268). Another aqueous extract of horny goat weed containing up to 25.36% icariin has been used in a dose of 300 mL daily with apparent safety for up to 6 months (55452). Another horny goat weed extract has been used with apparent safety at doses up to 1000 mg daily (providing 200 mg icariin) for up to 30 days (108311).
POSSIBLY UNSAFE ...when used orally long-term or in high doses. Long-term use, or taking high doses of some species of horny goat weed, has been linked to serious adverse effects including respiratory arrest (10346).
PREGNANCY: POSSIBLY UNSAFE
when used orally.
Horny goat weed might have androgenic activity (10346). Theoretically, it might harm a developing fetus; avoid using.
LACTATION:
Insufficient reliable information available; avoid using.
POSSIBLY SAFE ...when used orally and appropriately. Noni juice has been used in doses of up to 200 mL daily with apparent safely in small clinical studies for up to 3 months (11944,17169,65173). However, there have been several case reports of increased liver enzymes and hepatotoxicity in people taking some noni products (13107,14341,14468,17170,17171,17172). In three reports, hepatotoxicity was linked to a specific brand of noni juice (Tahitian Noni Juice, Tahitian Noni International) (14341,17171). It is unclear if potential contaminants or hypersensitivity reactions may be the cause of these events. More evidence is needed to determine if noni increases the risk for hepatotoxicity. There is insufficient reliable information available about the safety of noni fruit extract when used orally or the safety of noni when used topically.
PREGNANCY AND LACTATION:
While animal research is conflicting on the teratogenic effects of noni (65205,65206), there is insufficient reliable information available about the safety of noni in humans; avoid using.
LIKELY SAFE ...when the fruit is used orally in amounts commonly found in foods (13622).
POSSIBLY SAFE ...when the fruit is used orally and appropriately in medicinal amounts (6481,9796). There is insufficient reliable information available about the safety of red raspberry leaf when used orally or topically.
PREGNANCY: LIKELY SAFE
when the fruit is used orally in amounts commonly found in foods (13622).
PREGNANCY: POSSIBLY SAFE
when red raspberry leaf is used orally and appropriately in medicinal amounts during late pregnancy under the supervision of a healthcare provider.
Red raspberry leaf is used by nurse midwives to facilitate delivery. There is some evidence that red raspberry leaf in doses of up to 2.4 grams daily, beginning at 32 weeks' gestation and continued until delivery, can be safely used for this purpose (6481,9796). Make sure patients do not use red raspberry leaf without the guidance of a healthcare professional.
PREGNANCY: LIKELY UNSAFE
when red raspberry leaf is used orally in medicinal amounts throughout pregnancy or for self-treatment.
Red raspberry leaf might have estrogenic effects (6180). These effects can adversely affect pregnancy. Tell pregnant patients not to use red raspberry leaf at any time during pregnancy without the close supervision of a healthcare provider.
LACTATION: LIKELY SAFE
when the fruit is used orally in amounts commonly found in foods (13622).
There is insufficient reliable information available about the safety of red raspberry leaf; avoid using.
POSSIBLY SAFE ...when used orally and appropriately, short term. Rehmannia root extract 4 grams daily or rehmannia leaf extract 800 mg daily has been used with apparent safety for 8 weeks in clinical studies (93660,93662).
PREGNANCY AND LACTATION:
Insufficient reliable information available; avoid using.
Below is general information about the interactions of the known ingredients contained in the product Maternal Herbal. Some ingredients may not be listed. This information does NOT represent a recommendation for or a test of this specific product as a whole.
Theoretically, Ceylon cinnamon may have additive effects with antidiabetes drugs.
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Theoretically, Ceylon cinnamon might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs and increase the risk of hypotension.
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Theoretically, deer velvet might interfere with the effectiveness of contraceptive drugs.
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Theoretically, deer velvet might increase the effects and side effects of estrogens.
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Theoretically, dong quai may increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs; however, research is conflicting.
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Animal studies suggest that dong quai has antithrombin activity and inhibits platelet aggregation due to its coumarin components (6048,10057,96137). Additionally, some case reports in humans suggest that dong quai can increase the anticoagulant effects of warfarin (3526,6048,23310,48439). However, clinical research in healthy adults shows that taking 1 gram of dong quai root daily for 3 weeks does not significantly inhibit platelet aggregation or cause bleeding (96137). Until more is known, use dong quai with caution in patients taking antiplatelet/anticoagulant drugs.
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Theoretically, dong quai may reduce the effects of estrogens.
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Dong quai may increase the risk of bleeding when used with warfarin.
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Case reports suggest that concomitant use of dong quai with warfarin can increase the anticoagulant effects of warfarin and increase the risk of bleeding (3526,6048,23310,48439). In one case, after 4 weeks of taking dong quai 565 mg once or twice daily, the international normalized ratio (INR) increased to 4.9. The INR normalized 4 weeks after discontinuation of dong quai (3526).
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Theoretically, taking evodia with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs might increase the risk of bruising and bleeding.
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Theoretically, evodia might decrease the levels and clinical effects of caffeine.
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In animal models, evodia extract decreases caffeine levels by up to 71%. Evodia extract induces hepatic cytochrome P450 1A2 (CYP1A2) enzyme, of which caffeine is a substrate (15241).
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Theoretically, evodia might decrease the levels and clinical effects of chlorzoxazone.
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Animal research shows that administration of rutaecarpine, a constituent of evodia, with chlorzoxazone reduces the area under the curve (AUC) of chlorzoxazone by 84% and increases its clearance by 646%. This interaction is likely due to induction of cytochrome P450 2E1 (CYP2E1) by rutaecarpine (107913).
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Theoretically, drugs that inhibit CYP1A2 might increase the levels and clinical effects of evodia.
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The evodia constituent rutaecarpine is metabolized by CYP1A2 (15253).
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Evodia might reduce the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates through induction of CYP1A2.
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Theoretically, evodia might reduce the levels and clinical effects of CYP2E1 substrates through induction of CYP2E1.
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Animal research suggests that rutaecarpine, a constituent of evodia, induces CYP2E1 activity. In rats, rutaecarpine increases markers of CYP2E1 activity, and administration of rutaecarpine with chlorzoxazone, a known CYP2E1 substrate, reduces the area under the curve (AUC) of chlorzoxazone by 84% and increases its clearance by 646% (107913).
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Theoretically, taking CYP3A4 inducers might decrease the levels and clinical effects of evodia.
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Animal research shows that concomitant administration of dexamethasone, a known CYP3A4 inducer, with the alkaloid constituents of evodia significantly reduces the area under the curve (AUC), maximum concentration (Cmax), and half-life of these constituents (107911).
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Theoretically, CYP3A4 inhibitors might increase the levels and clinical effects of evodia.
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Animal research shows that concomitant administration of ketoconazole, a known CYP3A4 inhibitor, with the alkaloid constituents of evodia significantly increases the area under the curve (AUC), maximum concentration (Cmax), and half-life of these constituents (107911).
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Theoretically, evodia might increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
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In vitro research shows that evodia extract inhibits hepatic CYP3A4 (15236). This effect has not been reported in humans.
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Theoretically, evodia might have an additive effect with drugs that prolong the QT interval, potentially increasing the risk of ventricular arrhythmias.
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Evodia has demonstrated dose-dependent activity as a proarrhythmic agent in animal and in vitro studies. Evodia infusion in animals extends the action duration potential and induces prolongation of the QT interval and Torsade de pointes (97035).
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Theoretically, evodia might decrease the levels and clinical effects of theophylline.
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The evodia constituent rutaecarpine decreases theophylline levels and half-life by about 70% in animal models (15227). This constituent appears to induce hepatic cytochrome P450 1A2 (CYP1A2) enzyme activity, of which theophylline is a substrate (15227,15230). Rutaecarpine is the primary active constituent of evodia; however, it is not known if the whole crude extract of evodia also causes this interaction.
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Glossy privet is thought to have diuretic properties. Theoretically, due to these potential diuretic effects, glossy privet might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.
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Theoretically, horny goat weed might increase the risk of bleeding.
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In vitro research and animal research shows that horny goat weed can inhibit platelet aggregation and thrombus formation (105832). This effect has not been reported in humans.
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Theoretically, horny goat weed might increase the risk of hypotension.
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Laboratory research suggests that horny goat weed might have hypotensive effects (10346). This effect has not been reported in humans.
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Theoretically, horny goat weed might increase the effects and side effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
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In vitro, horny goat weed leaf extract inhibits CYP1A2 (97267). This effect has not been reported in humans.
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Theoretically, horny goat weed might increase the effects and side effects of CYP2B6 substrates.
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In vitro, horny goat weed leaf extract inhibits CYP2B6 (97267). This effect has not been reported in humans.
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Theoretically, horny goat weed might increase the effects and side effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
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In vitro, horny goat weed extract inhibits CYP3A4 and suppresses CYP3A4 mRNA expression (112708). This effect has not been reported in humans.
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Theoretically, concomitant use of horny goat weed with estrogens might increase their therapeutic and adverse effects.
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Theoretically, combining noni and ACE inhibitors might increase the risk of hyperkalemia.
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Noni juice contains significant amounts of potassium, about 6 mEq/100 mL juice (1298). This may increase the risk for hyperkalemia when used in conjunction with ACE inhibitors, which can also increase potassium levels.
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Theoretically, combining noni and ARBs might increase the risk of hyperkalemia.
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Noni juice contains significant amounts of potassium, about 6 mEq/100 mL juice (1298). This may increase the risk for hyperkalemia when used in conjunction with ARBs, which can also increase potassium levels.
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Theoretically, noni may increase the risk of hypotension when used in combination with antihypertensive drugs.
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Preliminary clinical research suggests that drinking noni juice can reduce blood pressure in individuals with hypertension (65231).
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Theoretically, taking noni with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
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Theoretically, taking noni fruit juice concomitantly with phenytoin may lower phenytoin levels and increase the risk of seizures.
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In one case report, an adult taking phenytoin for partial seizures experienced low serum phenytoin levels while taking noni juice 90-200 mL daily. Serum phenytoin levels increased after decreasing noni juice consumption; similarly, serum phenytoin levels decreased after increasing noni juice consumption. Some researchers believe noni juice may induce cytochrome P450 2C9 enzymes, which would decrease phenytoin levels, but this has not been well studied. Patients may need additional monitoring when starting or stopping noni juice supplementation (106057).
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Theoretically, combing noni and a potassium-sparing diuretic might increase the risk of hyperkalemia.
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Noni juice contains significant amounts of potassium, about 6 mEq/100 mL juice (1298). This may increase the risk for hyperkalemia when used in conjunction with potassium-sparing diuretics, which can also increase potassium levels.
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Taking noni fruit with ranitidine might increase the levels and clinical effects of ranitidine.
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Clinical evidence shows that taking an aqueous extract of noni fruit 30 minutes prior to taking a single oral dose of ranitidine can increase the rate of absorption and plasma concentration of ranitidine (23387).
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Theoretically, taking noni juice concomitantly with warfarin might decrease the effectiveness of warfarin.
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In one case, a 41-year-old patient stabilized on warfarin had a decreased international normalized ratio (INR) following consumption of a specific commercial noni juice product (Noni juice 4 Everything). While the patient was still taking noni juice, an increase in warfarin dose did not produce an increase in INR (14434). However, it should be noted that this particular product contained extracts and derivatives from more than 115 components, many of which contained vitamin K. Furthermore, vitamin K was listed as a separate ingredient of the product, suggesting that the product was possibly fortified with vitamin K. It has not been verified that noni fruit alone contains a significant amount of vitamin K or interacts with warfarin.
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Theoretically, taking red raspberry leaf with anticoagulant/antiplatelet drugs might increase the risk of bleeding.
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In vitro research suggests that red raspberry leaf extract has antiplatelet activity and enhances the in vitro effects of the antiplatelet medication cangrelor (96300). This interaction has not been reported in humans.
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Red raspberry leaf might reduce glucose levels in patients being treated with insulin.
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In one case report, a 38-year-old patient with gestational diabetes, whose blood glucose was being controlled with medical nutrition therapy and insulin, developed hypoglycemia after consuming two servings of raspberry leaf tea daily for 3 days beginning at 32 weeks' gestation. The patient required an insulin dose reduction. The hypoglycemia was considered to be probably related to use of red raspberry leaf tea (96299).
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Theoretically, rehmannia might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
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Theoretically, rehmannia might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
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Animal research shows that rehmannia may have hypotensive effects. Laboratory research shows that formulations of dried and processed rehmannia root inhibit angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) (104272).
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Below is general information about the adverse effects of the known ingredients contained in the product Maternal Herbal. Some ingredients may not be listed. This information does NOT represent a recommendation for or a test of this specific product as a whole.
General
...Orally, Ceylon cinnamon is generally well tolerated, and adverse reactions are uncommon.
Most Common Adverse Effects:
Orally: Bloating, dyspepsia, nausea.
Topically: Allergic dermatitis, irritation of mucous membranes and skin.
Dermatologic
...Orally, a case of systemic contact dermatitis has been reported in a patient who consumed cinnamon (type not specified) after being previously sensitized to cinnamyl alcohol via cutaneous exposure (95599).
In a small study of oral Ceylon cinnamon, two patients reported itching (104520). In another small study, two patients reported rashes (108263).
Topically, cinnamon oil can cause skin irritation and allergic dermatitis, probably due to cinnamaldehyde which makes up 60% to 80% of cinnamon oil (2537,12635,92071,95596,95599). In one case report, a 16-year-old female experienced worsening dermatitis after using a homemade facial scrub containing cinnamon powder (type not specified). Symptoms improved after discontinuation of the scrub (95596). Several cases of intraoral allergic contact dermatitis have been reported in patients consuming cinnamon (type not specified) or using products containing constituents of cinnamon (95598).
Gastrointestinal ...Orally, gastrointestinal side effects such as heartburn, nausea, bloating, and dyspepsia have been reported (97250).
Hematologic ...Orally, a case of postoperative hemorrhage is reported in a 49-year-old patient after taking Ceylon cinnamon 1 tablespoon daily for 10 months. One day post-colectomy, the patient had an INR of 1.59 and intraabdominal bleeding that required exploratory laparotomies, blood transfusion, and fresh frozen plasma. Ultimately, the patient was discharged (112421).
Hepatic ...While there is concern about the coumarin content in cassia cinnamon increasing the risk for hepatic adverse effects and bleeding, the amount of coumarin in Ceylon cinnamon is negligible and unlikely to cause toxic effects (89652,92072,92073). In one case report, a 73-year-old female taking rosuvastatin for several months developed elevated liver function tests (LFTs), abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting after taking cinnamon (unknown dose and type) for 7 days. The acute hepatitis and elevated LFTs resolved after stopping both cinnamon and rosuvastatin. The patient was later able to resume rosuvastatin without recurrence (97249).
General ...Orally, deer velvet powder or extract seems to be well tolerated, short-term. However, a thorough evaluation of safety outcomes has not been conducted.
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...Orally, dong quai is generally well-tolerated.
Most Common Adverse Effects:
Orally: Burping and flatulence.
Intravenously: Headache.
Cardiovascular ...Orally, dong quai might cause hypertension; according to one case report, a parent and breastfed infant experienced hypertension (195/85 mmHg and 115/69 mmHg, respectively) after the parent consumed a soup containing dong quai root (48428).
Dermatologic ...Dong quai contains psoralens that may cause photosensitivity and photodermatitis (10054,10057,48461).
Endocrine ...In a case report, a male developed gynecomastia after ingesting dong quai tablets (48504).
Gastrointestinal ...Orally, burping and gas may occur with dong quai (738).
Hematologic ...In one case report, a 55-year-old female with protein S deficiency and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) had temporary vision loss in the left eye from hemiretinal vein thrombosis three days after taking a phytoestrogen preparation containing dong quai 100 mg, black cohosh 250 mg, wild Mexican yam 276 mg, and red clover 250 mg (13155). It is unclear if dong quai contributed to this event.
Neurologic/CNS ...Dong quai given orally or by injection may be associated with headache (738,48438).
Oncologic ...Dong quai contains constituents that are carcinogenic; however, whether these constituents are present in concentrations large enough to cause cancer with long-term or high-dose use is unknown (7162).
Pulmonary/Respiratory ...A pharmacist experienced allergic asthma and rhinitis after occupational exposure to dong quai and other herbs (48435).
General ...There is no reliable evidence regarding the safety of evodia from clinical trials. In animal studies, evodia has induced QT prolongation and Torsade de pointes (97035).
Cardiovascular ...In animal studies, evodia acts as a proarrhythmic agent with a dose-dependent effect. Evodia infusion has resulted in QT prolongation and Torsade de pointes (97035). It is not clear what dose of evodia, if any, is required to produce a similar effect in humans.
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...Orally, horny goat weed seems to be well tolerated when used short-term.
Most Common Adverse Effects:
Orally: Dizziness, dry mouth, nosebleed, thirst, and vomiting.
Serious Adverse Effects (Rare):
Orally: Respiratory arrest.
Cardiovascular ...A 66-year-old male with a history of cardiovascular disease developed tachyarrhythmia after taking horny goat weed for 2 weeks (13006). It is not clear if this product contained only horny goat weed or a combination of ingredients; therefore, assigning causality is not possible.
Gastrointestinal ...Orally, long-term use of horny goat weed has been associated with reports of vomiting, dry mouth, thirst, and nosebleed (10346).
Hepatic ...A case of hepatotoxicity characterized by abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and fever has been reported in a 40-year-old male patient with hepatitis C, after a month of taking one tablet daily of a combination product containing horny goat weed and multiple other ingredients (Enzyte, Vianda). Symptoms improved following cessation of the product, but it is not clear if they were due to horny goat weed, another ingredients, or hepatitis C (91590). An observational study over 24 years found 26 cases of drug-induced hepatoxicity associated with horny goat weed (112707).
Musculoskeletal ...Orally, large doses of horny goat weed may cause exaggeration of tendon reflexes to the point of spasm (10346).
Neurologic/CNS ...Orally, long-term use of horny goat weed has been associated with reports of dizziness (10346).
Psychiatric ...There is a case report of hypomania in a 66-year-old male who took horny goat weed for 2 weeks (13006). It is not clear if this product contained only horny goat weed or a combination of ingredients; therefore, assigning causality is not possible.
Pulmonary/Respiratory ...Orally, large doses of horny goat weed may cause respiratory arrest (10346).
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...Orally and topically, noni seems to be generally well tolerated; however, high quality studies of adverse effects have not been conducted.
Most Common Adverse Effects:
Orally: Abdominal discomfort, nausea.
Serious Adverse Effects (Rare)::
Orally: Hepatotoxicity, including liver failure. However, studies have not conclusively identified whether noni, or contaminants in noni products, were responsible for this toxicity.
Gastrointestinal ...Orally, dehydrated noni fruit has been reported to cause nausea and abdominal discomfort (65173).
Hepatic
...Noni has been associated with several cases of hepatotoxicity in previously healthy patients ranging in age from 14 to 62 years (13107,14341,14468,17170,17171,17172).
In two cases, the patients had used a tea or other herbal products containing noni (13107,17172); five had consumed noni juice, specifically Tahitian Noni Juice (Tahitian Noni International) (14341,16648,17171); and two cases involved energy drinks containing several herbal ingredients including noni (17170,90125). Symptoms of liver dysfunction and elevated liver function tests (LFTs) were seen between 2 weeks and 4 months after starting noni. The LFTs started to improve within 2 days of stopping noni and generally normalized within 1 month (13107,14468,17171). Biopsy findings included acute hepatitis, inflammation, hepatocyte necrosis, and hepatocellular cholestasis (14341,17170). One patient, who had a history of prior mild acetaminophen toxicity, had rapidly progressive liver failure after noni ingestion and required transplantation (14341).
Potential product contamination was not ruled out in these case reports. Some researchers theorize that anthraquinones contained in noni could potentially cause hepatotoxicity. Other products containing anthraquinones, such as senna, have been linked to cases of hepatotoxicity. However, analyses of a noni juice product associated with reports of liver damage (Tahitian Noni Juice, Tahitian Noni International) have not detected anthraquinone content (14444). Another analysis of noni fruit puree from which the seeds and skin had been removed had no detectable anthraquinones (92201). However, products containing seed or leaf material had detectable amounts of anthraquinones (92201). The part of the noni plant used might affect hepatotoxicity risk. More evidence is needed to determine if noni causes hepatotoxicity.
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...Orally, red raspberry fruit is well tolerated.
There is currently a limited amount of information on the adverse effects of red raspberry leaf.
Most Common Adverse Effects:
Orally: Diarrhea, gastrointestinal upset, and epigastric pain. However, these adverse effects do not commonly occur with typical doses.
Dermatologic ...A liquid containing red raspberry leaf cell culture extract 0. 0005%, vitamin C 20%, and vitamin E 1% (Antioxidant and Collagen Booster Serum, Max Biocare Pty Ltd.) has been reported to cause mild tingling and skin tightness (102355). It is unclear if these effects are due to red raspberry leaf, the other ingredients, or the combination.
Gastrointestinal ...Orally, red raspberry may cause gastrointestinal upset, diarrhea, and epigastric pain (112127).
Pulmonary/Respiratory ...A case of occupational asthma due to the inhalation of red raspberry powder has been reported for a 35-year-old female. Symptoms included wheezing and shortness of breath (70370).
General ...Orally, rehmannia seems to be well tolerated.