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Common Name |
Aloe
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Scientific Name |
Aloe barbadensis, A. capensis, A. vera |
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Other Names |
Aloes, aloe
vera |
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Family |
Liliaceae |
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Parts used |
Leaf mucilage and
juice |
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Constituents (chemical
content) |
Anthraquinones,
glucomannan, magnesium lactate, polysaccharides, tannins, saponins, lipids,
organic acids |
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Actions |
Used externally
Taken internally
- Laxative
- Purgative
(at high doses)
- Soothes
stomach irritation
- Stimulates
the appetite (at low doses)
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Uses |
Used externally
- Burns
- Radiation burns
- Skin ulcers
- Wounds
Taken internally
- AIDS
- Constipation
- Digestive
disorders
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Dosage and Administration |
To test if
allergic, apply a small amount on the underarm before using, avoid using if
stinging or rash occurs |
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Interactions |
Avoid long
term use with other stimulant anthraquinone laxatives (e.g., rhubarb,
frangula, yellow dock, senna) |
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Cautions and Adverse Reactions |
- Allergy may
occur when used externally
- Do not use
during pregnancy
- Do not use
for those that are immunocompromised unless under medical supervision
- Use with
caution by those with kidney disease or hemorrhoids
- Use with
caution when breast-feeding
- Use with
caution when taken internally
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