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

Overview

Apricot (Prunus armeniaca) is a small tree that grows a fruit that is commonly eaten as food. The fruit, juice, and leaves have also been used as medicine.

Apricot is used for asthma, constipation, infertility, and other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use.

Do not confused apricot with the kernel inside of the fruit (apricot kernel) or with Japanese apricot. These are not the same.

Uses & Effectiveness

We currently have no information for Apricot overview.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: Apricot fruit is commonly consumed as a food. There isn't enough reliable information to know if apricot fruit or leaf is safe when used as medicine or what the side effects might be.

Special Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Apricot fruit is commonly consumed as a food. There isn't enough reliable information to know if apricot fruit or leaf is safe to use as medicine when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and stick to food amounts.

Surgery: Apricot might slow blood clotting. It might cause extra bleeding during and after surgery. Stop using apricot at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.

Interactions

We currently have no information for Apricot overview.

Dosing

There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of apricot 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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