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Taraxacum officinale
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.
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Dandelion is a widely distributed plant considered a weed by many but valued as a potent medicinal herb for centuries. Every part of the plant is edible and medicinal. The leaves are a natural diuretic rich in potassium, while the root supports liver and digestive health.
Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) is a ubiquitous plant with traditional use for liver and digestion. Clinical evidence is limited (Level C).
Root contains sesquiterpene lactones (cholagogue), inulin (prebiotic). Leaf has diuretic effects via kidney Na+/K+ pump inhibition.
Liver support
Traditional use; limited evidence
Digestive aid
Bitter stimulant
Diuretic
Animal data suggests effect
| Drug | Severity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Lithium | Moderate | Dandelion's diuretic properties may decrease lithium excretion, increasing blood levels and risk of lithium toxicity. |
| Ciprofloxacin | Moderate | Dandelion may reduce ciprofloxacin absorption, potentially decreasing antibiotic effectiveness. |
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