Neem
Azadirachta indica
An Ayurvedic 'pharmacy tree' used topically for skin complaints and as an antimicrobial.
Traditional use (ayurveda): An Ayurvedic 'pharmacy tree' used topically for skin complaints and as an antimicrobial.
An Ayurvedic 'pharmacy tree' used topically for skin complaints and as an antimicrobial.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- An Ayurvedic 'pharmacy tree' used topically for skin complaints and as an antimicrobial.
Evidence strength: limited human.
- See the evidence level above
- Oral neem can be toxic, especially to children; not for pregnancy.
- Pregnancy
- Children (oral)
- Trying to conceive
Oral neem can be toxic, especially to children; not for pregnancy.
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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