Mkwaju
Tamarindus indica
Family: Fabaceae
Evidence: C
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East African sour fruit for fever, constipation, and malaria; pulp is laxative; bark is astringent for diarrhea.
Safety Profile
PregnancyLikely Safe
BreastfeedingLikely Safe
PediatricLikely Safe
Contraindications
Diabetes medication; may increase aspirin absorption.
Interactions
May potentiate antidiabetic drugs and increase bioavailability of aspirin and ibuprofen.
Side Effects
GI upset; laxative effect; dental erosion.
Surgery: Affects blood sugar perioperatively.
Liver: Hepatoprotective at moderate doses.
Kidney: insufficient_data
Allergy: Fabaceae allergy.
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