Sharbat Gheekowar
Indications
Aloevera is used for the treatment of liver inflammation, weakness of liver function, general weakness, gastrointestinal disorders, improves immune system, constipation, digestion problem, fungal diseases, skin freshness, skin diseases, weight loss, amenorrhea, worm infestation and infections.
Adult Dose
Adult: 3 to 5 teaspoonfuls syrup 2 times daily, preferably with a meal. Or as directed by the registered physician.
Contra Indications
Aloevera is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to any of the
ingredients. Aloevera is also contraindicated in cases of intestinal obstruction, acutely inflamed intestinal diseases (e.g crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis), appendicitis.
Precautions
Prolonged use of aloevera may lead to pigmentation in the intestinal mucosa, significant loss of electrolytes particularly potassium.
Pregnancy-Lactation
Aloevera is not recommended for pregnant and lactating women.
Interactions
Concurrent use of aloevera with digoxin may result in hypokalemia. Concurrent use of aloevera with antidiabetic agent increases risk of hypoglycemia.
Adverse Effects
Aloevera can cause some side effects such as spasmodic gastrointestinal complaints, abdominal pain, excessive bowel activities such as diarrhea, nausea, perianal irritation.