Otostegia

Otostegia persica

Family: Lamiaceae Evidence: C teadecoctionextract

Iranian and Baluchistan medicinal shrub used for diabetes, fever, and headache in traditional Baluchi and Persian medicine. Contains iridoid glycosides and flavonoids with demonstrated hypoglycemic activity. Also used as insect repellent.

Safety Profile

PregnancyInsufficient Data
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Diabetes medications (hypoglycemia risk).

Interactions

Diabetes medications.

Side Effects

Limited data. GI upset possible.

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