Cytisus scoparius
Traditional heart herb — contains sparteine (used pharmaceutically as antiarrhythmic). Now mostly avoided due to toxicity risk. Historical use for cardiac edema and tachycardia. Professional use only.
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Heart medications, MAOIs, hypertensive drugs.
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Cardiovascular risk.
Nausea, sweating, palpitations. Toxic at moderate doses.
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