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Zingiber Officinale

Zingiber Officinale

Zingiber Officinale is a flowering plant whose rhizome, ginger root or simply ginger, is widely used as a spice and folk medicine.

Indications

It is commonly used to treat various types of "stomach problems," including motion sickness, morning sickness, colic, upset stomach, gas, diarrhea, nausea caused by cancer treatment, nausea, and vomiting after surgery, as well as loss of appetite.


Dosage

The dosage depends on the condition you are being treated and the formula used.


Contra-Indications

Avoid in individuals with known allergy to ginger.


Special Precautions

Use cautiously in pregnant women, individuals with gallstones, or those taking blood-thinning medications.


Side Effects

May cause mild gastrointestinal discomfort or allergic reactions in some individuals.


Drug Interactions

Potential interactions with anticoagulant medications and certain antiplatelet drugs.


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