Operculina turpethum
Strong Unani purgative herb used for constipation, edema, and joint disorders. The white-stemmed variety is preferred medicinally over the black-stemmed form.
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May interact with cardiac glycosides and diuretics through potassium depletion.
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Discontinue before surgery.
Severe griping, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting.
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