Swallowroot
Scientific names: Decalepis hamiltonii
Family: Asclepiadaceae
Alternate names: Makali Beru, Nannari
Background
Swallowroot (Decalepis hamiltonii) is a shrub that is native to India. The root of the plant is used to make medicine.
Early research suggests swallowroot might act like an antioxidant and might also be able to fight bacteria.
Some people use swallowroot for fever, inflammation (swelling), to stimulate the appetite, and for many other uses, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use.
Early research suggests swallowroot might act like an antioxidant and might also be able to fight bacteria.
Some people use swallowroot for fever, inflammation (swelling), to stimulate the appetite, and for many other uses, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use.
Safety Safety definitions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if swallowroot is safe or what the side effects might be.
Surgery: Since swallowroot might slow blood clotting, there is a concern that it might increase the chance of extra bleeding during and after surgery. Stop using swallowroot at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if swallowroot is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.Surgery: Since swallowroot might slow blood clotting, there is a concern that it might increase the chance of extra bleeding during and after surgery. Stop using swallowroot at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.
Effectiveness
Effective Effectiveness definitions
There is interest in using swallowroot for a number of purposes, but there isn't enough reliable information to say whether it might be helpful.
Dosing & administration
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of swallowroot might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.
Interactions with pharmaceuticals
Medications that slow blood clotting (Anticoagulant / Antiplatelet drugs)
Interaction Rating=Moderate Be cautious with this combination.
Swallowroot might slow blood clotting. Taking swallowroot along with medications that also slow blood clotting might increase the risk of bruising and bleeding.
Interactions with herbs & supplements
Herbs and supplements that might slow blood clotting: Swallowroot might slow blood clotting and increase the risk of bleeding. Taking it with other supplements with similar effects might increase the risk of bleeding in some people. Examples of supplements with this effect include garlic, ginger, ginkgo, nattokinase, and Panax ginseng.
Interactions with foods
There are no known interactions with foods.
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