Some recent research has questioned the efficacy of Dong Quai, and also suggested that it may be a potential carcinogen.
- SCIENTIFIC NAME: Angelica sinensis
- INDICATIONS: Menopausal symptoms, PMS, menstrual disorders, anemia, constipation, insomnia, rheumatism, neuralgia, hypertension, hypopigmentation, psoriasis
- SYNONYM: Umbelliferae; Apioideae
- CLASS: Immunomodulator, Phytoestrogen
- HALF-LIFE: N/A
- CLINICALLY IMPORTANT, POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS INTERACTIONS WITH:
Acetaminophen, Bexarotene, Demeclocycline, Gemifloxacin
- See adverse reactions attributed to class:
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Page last updated 07/31/2023
