Overview

Artemisia herba-alba is a short shrub native to Northern Africa and the Middle East. The parts that grow above the ground and roots are used as medicine.

Artemisia herba-alba contains chemicals that fight certain parasites and bacteria. It might also affect blood sugar levels.

People use Artemisia herba-alba for stomach pain, anxiety, common cold, diabetes, parasitic infections, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.

Don't confuse Artemisia herba-alba with other herbs with similar common names, including mugwort, sweet Annie, tarragon, wormseed, wormwood, and yin chen. These are not the same.

Uses & Effectiveness ?

We currently have no information for ARTEMISIA HERBA-ALBA overview.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if Artemisia herba-alba is safe. Side effects might include low blood pressure and low heart rate.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if Artemisia herba-alba is safe. Side effects might include low blood pressure and low heart rate.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if Artemisia herba-alba is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Surgery: Artemisia herba-alba might affect blood glucose levels. This might interfere with blood sugar control during and after surgery. Stop taking Artemisia herba-alba at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.

Interactions ?

    Moderate Interaction

    Be cautious with this combination

  • Medications for diabetes (Antidiabetes drugs) interacts with ARTEMISIA HERBA-ALBA

    Artemisia herba-alba might lower blood sugar levels. Taking Artemisia herba-alba along with diabetes medications might cause blood sugar to drop too low. Monitor your blood sugar closely.

Dosing

There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of Artemisia herba-alba 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.
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