Wild Castor (Danti)
Baliospermum montanum
A root used in Ayurveda as a strong purgative for constipation and ascites.
Traditional use (ayurveda): A root used in Ayurveda as a strong purgative for constipation and ascites.
A root used in Ayurveda as a strong purgative for constipation and ascites.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A root used in Ayurveda as a strong purgative for constipation and ascites.
Evidence strength: traditional use.
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- Drastic purgative — toxic in excess; professional, prepared use only.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Drastic purgative — toxic in excess; professional, prepared use only.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
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