Securinega Suffruticosa
OTHER NAME(S): Flueggea suffruticosa, Hitotsuba-hagi, Pharnaceum suffruticosum, Securinega, Securinega ramiflora, Securinega suffruticosa, Flueggea suffruticosa, Securinega ramiflora, Pharnaceum suffruticosum
Overview
Securinega suffruticosa is an herb that is used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Its red-brown fruits and leaves are considered edible.
Securinega suffruticosa contains a chemical that can act like a stimulant in the body.
People use Securinega suffruticosa for heartburn, bruising, back pain, multiple sclerosis (MS), and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Uses
We currently have no information for Securinega Suffruticosa overview.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if Securinega suffruticosa is safe or what the side effects might be.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if Securinega suffruticosa is safe or what the side effects might be.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn’t enough reliable information to know if Securinega suffruticosa is safe to use while pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Interactions
Moderate Interaction
Be cautious with this combination
- Stimulant drugs interacts with Securinega SuffruticosaStimulants, such as amphetamines and cocaine, speed up the nervous system. By speeding up the nervous system, stimulant medications can increase blood pressure and speed up the heartbeat. Securinega suffruticosa can also speed up the nervous system. Taking Securinega suffruticosa along with stimulant drugs might cause serious problems including increased heart rate and high blood pressure.
Dosing
There isn’t enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of Securinega suffruticosa 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
- Securinega suffruticosa - (Pall.)Rehder. Plants for a Future. [Accessed January 3, 2016]. Available at: https://www.pfaf.org/User/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Securinega+suffruticosa
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