Ethiopian Sage

Salvia nilotica

Family: Lamiaceae Evidence: T teadecoctionpoultice

East African sage for cough, cold, stomach pain, and malaria; leaf chewed or decocted in Ethiopian and Kenyan traditional medicine.

Safety Profile

PregnancyInsufficient Data
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Contraindications

Pregnancy (potential uterotonic).

Interactions

May interact with anticonvulsants.

Side Effects

GI upset.

Surgery: insufficient_data
Liver: insufficient_data
Kidney: insufficient_data
Allergy: Lamiaceae sensitivity.
This information is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal product.