Carqueja
OTHER NAME(S): Bacanta, Cacalia Amara, Caclia Doce, Cacalia-Amarga, Cacalia-Amargosa, Cacliadoce, Carqueja Amara, Carqueja-Amargosa, Carqueja-Do-Mato, Carquejilla, Carquejinha, Chinchimani, Chirca Melosa, Condamina, Cuchi-Cuchi, Omith, Quimsa-Kuchu, Quina-De-Condamiana, Quinsu-Cucho, Tiririca-De-Balaio, Tres-Espigas, Vassoura, Baccharis trimera, Baccharis genistelloides, Baccharis triptera, Baccharis trinervis, Baccharis cylindrica, Baccharis myriocephala, Baccharis milleflora, Baccharis crispa, Baccharis gaudichaudiana
Overview
Carqueja (Baccharis trimera) is a shrub native to South America. The parts of the plant that grow above the ground and used to make medicine.
Carqueja contains chemicals that might relieve swelling and protect the liver.
People sometimes use carqueja for diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Uses
We currently have no information for Carqueja overview.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if carqueja is safe or what the side effects might be.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if carqueja is safe or what the side effects might be.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if carqueja is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Allergy to ragweed, daisies, and related plants: Carqueja may cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to the Asteraceae/Compositae plant family. Members of this family include ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and many others.
Surgery: Carqueja might affect blood sugar levels. This might interfere with blood sugar control during and after surgery. Stop using carqueja at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.
Interactions
Moderate Interaction
Be cautious with this combination
- Medications for diabetes (Antidiabetes drugs) interacts with CarquejaCarqueja might lower blood sugar levels. Taking carqueja along with diabetes medications might cause blood sugar to drop too low. Monitor your blood sugar closely.
Dosing
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of carqueja might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.
References
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