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Artichoke (Vietnamese: Artichoke) is mainly used to treat anorexia and liver and gallbladder problems. In addition, this ingredient is also effective for indigestion and blood lipid status.
1. What does Artichoke do?
Artichoke medicine has the main ingredient is artichoke plant. This ingredient is present in many products with different concentrations, such as Artichoke 200mg, Artichoke 500mg,...
Indications for using Artichoke:
Improve anorexia and problems liver, gallbladder; Improve symptoms of indigestion, reduce high levels of fat in the blood (hyperlipidemia); Reduce blood sugar. Contraindications to the use of Artichoke:
Patients with bile duct obstruction; People who are allergic to artichokes or any other ingredient of the drug.
2. How to use and dose of Artichoke
Usage: Orally.
Dosage:
Usual dose: 500mg/day for artichoke leaf extract, use no more than 6g/day; Dosage for treatment of indigestion: 320 - 640mg of artichoke leaf extract, taken 3 times a day; Dosage for hyperlipidemia: 320 - 640mg of artichoke leaf extract, taken 3 times a day.
3. Artichoke side effects
When using Artichoke, patients may experience some side effects such as: Flatulence, itching, skin rash, allergic reactions (especially in people who are allergic to foods such as marigolds, chrysanthemums). , other similar herbs). When experiencing side effects of the drug Artichoke, patients should notify the doctor soon for examination and timely intervention.
4. Be careful when using Artichoke
Some notes users need to remember when using Artichoke:
Be careful when using Artichoke in people with gallstones or problems with the biliary tract; Use caution when using Artichoke if you are allergic to plants such as: chrysanthemum, marigold, ragweed; Use Artichoke with caution and consult your doctor if you have blood sugar problems; Have hard candies and sugar tablets ready to use if blood sugar drops too much; Consult your doctor if using Artichoke in pregnant or nursing women; Patients should call their doctor immediately if they have signs such as: Allergic reaction (fever, chest tightness, wheezing, severe cough, itching, convulsions, pale skin, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, throat) ; low blood sugar (tremors, heart palpitations, sweating, confusion); pain or weakness on one side of the body; yellowing of the skin or eyes,... When using Artichoke, the patient should strictly follow the instructions of the doctor. At the same time, before starting to take certain other medications, you should consult your doctor to avoid the risk of drug interactions/incompatibilities.
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