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Myrrh vs Bitter Aloe - Herb Comparison | HerbAlly

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Myrrh vs Bitter Aloe

Myrrh vs Bitter Aloe

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Myrrh

Commiphora myrrha

Not Common

Bitter Aloe

Aloe ferox

Not Common

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Myrrh

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Bitter Aloe

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Ancient resin used since Egyptian times for wound healing, oral care, and religious ceremonies. One of the gifts brought to the infant Jesus.

Large aloe of Southern Africa; Cape aloe juice is one of the strongest laxatives from aloes; leaves also used for skin conditions.

Active Compounds

furanosesquiterpenes, curzerene, lindestrene, terpenoids, volatile oils

aloin, barbaloin, emodin, aloe-emodin, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

Wound healing, Oral hygiene, Treating infections, Religious and ceremonial use

Constipation treatment across Southern Africa, Wound healing with gel, Skin conditions, Used by Khoikhoi and other Cape peoples

Modern Uses

Oral health and gingivitis, Wound healing, Anti-inflammatory effects, Antimicrobial applications

Stimulant laxative (strong), Wound healing (gel), Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial

Adult Dosage

1-3g resin or 1-2ml tincture daily

10–30 mg aloin equivalent at bedtime for constipation; gel topically

Contraindications

Pregnancy, Diabetes medications, Anticoagulant use, Fever

Pregnancy, Nursing, Children under 12, Inflammatory bowel disease, Kidney disease

Side Effects

Stomach upset, Diarrhea, Skin irritation, Blood sugar changes

Strong laxative cramping, Electrolyte depletion, Hepatotoxicity with long-term use

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

0 known interactions