Abuta: Overview, Uses, Side Effects, Precautions, Interactions, Dosing and Reviews

Overview

Abuta (Cissampelos pareira) is a climbing plant that grows in tropical regions worldwide. Its bark, root, seed, and other parts are used as medicine.

Abuta contains chemicals that may relax muscles and reduce pain.

People use abuta for stomach pain, migraine, joint pain, wound healing, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.

Don't confuse abuta with pareira. These are not the same.

Uses & Effectiveness

We currently have no information for Abuta overview.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if abuta is safe or what the side effects might be.

When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if abuta is safe or what the side effects might be.

Special Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if abuta is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Interactions

Moderate Interaction

Be cautious with this combination

Water pills (Diuretic drugs) interacts with Abuta
Abuta is a "water pill" or diuretic, which can decrease the amount of potassium in the body. "Water pills" can also decrease the amount of potassium in the body. Taking abuta along with "water pills" might decrease potassium in the body too much.

Dosing

There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of abuta might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.

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