Marigold Bush

Tithonia diversifolia

Family: Asteraceae Evidence: C decoctionpoulticetea

Caribbean and Central American bitter leaf for malaria, diabetes, and stomach pain; also a soil-enrichment plant.

Safety Profile

PregnancyInsufficient Data
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Liver disease; anticoagulant therapy.

Interactions

May potentiate antidiabetic and antimalarial drugs.

Side Effects

GI upset; hepatotoxicity in animals at high doses.

Surgery: insufficient_data
Liver: Potential hepatotoxicity.
Kidney: insufficient_data
Allergy: Asteraceae allergy.
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