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Aloe barbadensis miller
This herb is NOT recommended during pregnancy due to potential risks to the developing fetus.
This herb is NOT recommended while breastfeeding as effects on infants are unknown.
Consult your healthcare provider before use.
This herb may interact with medications you are taking. Review the interactions table below and consult your healthcare provider before use.
Aloe vera is a succulent plant that has been used medicinally for over 6,000 years, dating back to ancient Egypt. The clear gel from its leaves is renowned for wound healing and skin care, while the latex contains potent laxative compounds. It is one of the most widely used plants in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries.
Aloe vera is a succulent plant that has been used medicinally for over 6,000 years, dating back to ancient Egypt. The clear gel from its leaves is renowned for wound healing and skin care, while the latex contains potent laxative compounds. It is one of the most widely used plants in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries. Key active compounds include Acemannan, Aloin, Barbaloin.
Acemannan, along with Aloin and Barbaloin, are the primary bioactive compounds in Aloe Vera. These compounds improves insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism, promotes tissue regeneration and modulates local inflammation.
Burn and wound care
Supported by clinical evidence; more large-scale trials would strengthen findings
Psoriasis
Supported by clinical evidence; more large-scale trials would strengthen findings
Constipation (latex)
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Oral health
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Type 2 diabetes support
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Burn treatment
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Wound healing
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Laxative
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
| Drug | Severity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Sevoflurane (anesthesia) | Moderate | A case of excessive intraoperative bleeding was reported in a patient taking aloe vera before surgery with sevoflurane anesthesia. |
| Digoxin | Moderate | Aloe vera latex (laxative) can cause potassium loss that increases sensitivity to digoxin toxicity. |
| Diuretics (Thiazide) | Moderate | Aloe vera latex combined with thiazide diuretics may cause excessive potassium loss and hypokalemia. |
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