Organic Ginger 50g

An ancient herb is renowned for its use to treat stomach complaints and nausea.

Origin

South East Asia

Features and Indications

May be useful for but not limited to:

• Treat sinus congestion.
• Nervousness & upset stomach.
• Bronchitis & as a lung tonic.
• Migraines.
• Blood cleanser & blood builder.

Cautions and Contra-indications

Avoid high doses in pregnancy (max of 2000mg/day). Commission E suggests people with gallstones consult their physician before use.
Use with caution in gastric ulcers or reflux. Suspend high dose use (>10g) 1 week before surgery.

Known drug interactions:

Avoid with warfarin (Coumadin, Marevan). May increase prothrombin time and international normalised ratio (INR) values. Patients should be monitored for prothrombin & INR values.

Use with caution:

Antiplatelet medications including Aspirin (including Aspro, Solprin, Astrix, Cartia). Co-prescription may increase bruising & bleeding.