Aloe Vera Extract

Alocap is indicated : For Skin : Soften and smoothes skin, whitening skin, moisturizes skin, glamorous skin, reduces acne and helps lighten blemishes, reduces tan, prevents signs of aging, reduces stretch marks, helps external wounds, skin diseases, skin freshness. For Hair : Promotes hair growth, nutririses hair, prevents hair fall and hair loss. Digestive Problems : Aloe vera gel capsules used to treat digestive problems ranging from heartburn and indigestion to constipation. The fatty acids found in aloe vera aid in proper functioning of the stomach, intestines and colon. Regular use of aloe vera can help the body stay healthy by regulating the digestive system. Others : weight loss, colic, liver inflammation, improves immune system, fungal diseases, amenorrhea, worm infestation and infections.

Take one capsule one to three times daily, preferably with a meal. Or, as directed by the registered physician.

Aloe vera is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients. Aloe vera is also contraindicated in cases of intestinal obstruction, acutely inflamed intestinal diseases (e.g.crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis), appendicitis.

Prolonged use of aloe vera may lead to pigmentation in the intestinal mucosa, significant loss of electrolytes particularly potassium.

Aloe vera is not recommended for pregnant and lactating women.

Concurrent use of aloe vera with digoxin may result in hypokalemia. Concurrent use of aloe vera with antidiabetic agent increases risk of hypoglycemia.

Aloe vera can cause some side effects such as spasmodic gastrointestinal complaints, abdominal pain, excessive bowel activities such as diarrhea, nausea, perianal irritation.