DAMIANA: Overview, Uses, Side Effects, Precautions, Interactions, Dosing and Reviews

Overview

Damiana (Turnera diffusa) is a wild shrub that grows in Mexico, Central America, and the West Indies. The leaf and stem are used to make medicine.

Damiana contains chemicals that might improve stomach health and reduce ulcers. It might also have effects like an aphrodisiac.

People use damiana for depression, indigestion, obesity, sexual dysfunction, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.

Uses & Effectiveness

We currently have no information for DAMIANA overview.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: Damiana is commonly consumed in foods. It is possibly safe when used in larger amounts as medicine. Side effects seem to be rare.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: Damiana is commonly consumed in foods. It is possibly safe when used in larger amounts as medicine. Side effects seem to be rare.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if damiana is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Surgery: Damiana might affect blood sugar levels. This might interfere with blood sugar control during and after surgery. Stop using damiana at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.

Interactions

Moderate Interaction

Be cautious with this combination

Medications for diabetes (Antidiabetes drugs) interacts with DAMIANA
Damiana might lower blood sugar levels. Taking damiana along with diabetes medications might cause blood sugar to drop too low. Monitor your blood sugar closely.

Dosing

There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of damiana might be. 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 a healthcare professional before using.

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