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.