Senna Italica

Senna italica

Family: Fabaceae Evidence: C teadecoctionpowder

North African and Middle Eastern wild senna used in Saharan and Sudanese traditional medicine as laxative, for skin diseases, and fever. Milder than Alexandrian senna. Contains sennosides A and B. Bedouin remedy for constipation and stomach complaints.

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingUnsafe
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Pregnancy. Intestinal obstruction. Inflammatory bowel disease.

Interactions

Cardiac glycosides (electrolyte depletion), diuretics.

Side Effects

Abdominal cramps, diarrhea. Electrolyte depletion with chronic use.

Kidney: Chronic use may deplete potassium.
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