Dandelion
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What is the most important information I should know about dandelion?
| Pronunciation: | DAN dee lie on |
 | Do not take dandelion without first talking to your doctor if you |
- have gallbladder problems,
- have diabetes or if you take medicine to control blood sugar levels,
- take a diuretic (water pill), or
- take an anticoagulant (blood thinner) such as warfarin (Coumadin).
You may not be able to take dandelion, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.
Dandelion has not been evaluated by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or purity. All potential risks and/or advantages of dandelion may not be known. Additionally, there are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for these compounds. There have been instances where herbal/health supplements have been sold which were contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.
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| Last updated: | February 13, 2004 |
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