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Convolvulus scammonia
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.
Middle Eastern and Anatolian climbing plant; resin one of the most powerful purgatives known.
Middle Eastern and Anatolian climbing plant; resin one of the most powerful purgatives known. Key active compounds include scammonin, scammonic acid, resin glycosides.
scammonin, along with scammonic acid and resin glycosides, are the primary bioactive compounds in Convolvulus scammonia. The specific pharmacological pathways require further study, though traditional use supports its efficacy.
Powerful cathartic (historical)
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Constipation
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Intestinal worms
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Edema
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Dropsy
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
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