Buxus sempervirens
European evergreen tree whose leaf extract (SPV-30) was studied in clinical trials for HIV/AIDS. A well-designed placebo-controlled trial showed SPV-30 may help maintain CD4 cell counts in asymptomatic HIV patients.
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May interact with antiretroviral medications
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Discontinue before surgery
Gastrointestinal disturbances. Abdominal pain. Diarrhea. Nausea
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