Overview

Chirata is an herb. People use the parts that grow above the ground and the root to make medicine.

Some people take chirata by mouth for fever, constipation, upset stomach, loss of appetite, intestinal worms, skin diseases, liverinflammation, stomachinflammation, and cancer. Chirata is also taken by mouth for seizures, high blood pressure, asthma, diabetes, hiccups, or in combination with other medications for scorpion bites.

In India, it has been used for malaria, when combined with the seeds of divi-divi.

In manufacturing, chirata is used in alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

How does it work ?

Chirata contains chemicals that may fight infections, but more information is needed.

Chirata contains chemicals that may fight infections, but more information is needed.

Uses & Effectiveness ?

Insufficient Evidence for

  • Fever.
  • Malaria.
  • Constipation.
  • Worm infestation.
  • Upset stomach.
  • Loss of appetite.
  • Skin disease.
  • Cancer.
  • Other conditions.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of chirata for these uses.

Side Effects

When Chirata is normally consumed as a flavoring agent in foods. But there isn't enough information available to know if chirata is safe when used for any other purpose.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When Chirata is normally consumed as a flavoring agent in foods. But there isn't enough information available to know if chirata is safe when used for any other purpose. Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if chirata is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Diabetes. Chirata might lower blood sugar levels in some people. Watch for signs of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) and monitor your blood sugar carefully if you have diabetes and use chirata as a medicine.

Intestinal (duodenal) ulcers: Chirata can make ulcers in the intestine worse.

Surgery. Chirata might lower blood sugar. In theory, chirata might interfere with blood sugar control during and after surgical procedures. Stop using chirata as a medicine at least two weeks before a scheduled surgery.

Interactions ?

    Moderate Interaction

    Be cautious with this combination

  • Medications for diabetes (Antidiabetes drugs) interacts with CHIRATA

    Chirata might lower blood sugar in some people. Diabetes medications are also used to lower blood sugar. Taking chirata as a medicine along with diabetes medications might cause your blood sugar to go too low. Monitor your blood sugar closely. The dose of your diabetes medication might need to be changed.

    Some medications used for diabetes include glimepiride (Amaryl), glyburide (DiaBeta, Glynase PresTab, Micronase), insulin, pioglitazone (Actos), rosiglitazone (Avandia), chlorpropamide (Diabinese), glipizide (Glucotrol), tolbutamide (Orinase), and others.

Dosing

The appropriate dose of chirata for use as treatment depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for chirata. 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 your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.
Next
View References

You Might Also Like

Krill Oil
Navigating Life With Migraine
Alternative Treatments for Migraines
The Role Gut Bacteria Plays on the Overall Body
View More

CONDITIONS OF USE AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This information is meant to supplement, not replace advice from your doctor or healthcare provider and is not meant to cover all possible uses, precautions, interactions or adverse effects. This information may not fit your specific health circumstances. Never delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice from your doctor or other qualified health care provider because of something you have read on WebMD. You should always speak with your doctor or health care professional before you start, stop, or change any prescribed part of your health care plan or treatment and to determine what course of therapy is right for you.

This copyrighted material is provided by Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database Consumer Version. Information from this source is evidence-based and objective, and without commercial influence. For professional medical information on natural medicines, see Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database Professional Version.
© Therapeutic Research Faculty 2020.