Ampalaya

Momordica charantia var. abbreviata

Family: Cucurbitaceae Evidence: B teadecoctioncapsule

Philippine DOH-approved antidiabetic; fruit and leaf preparations for blood sugar control and as a mild antimicrobial.

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingUnsafe
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Pregnancy; G6PD deficiency; hypoglycemia.

Interactions

Potentiates antidiabetic drugs and insulin.

Side Effects

GI pain; diarrhea; hypoglycemia; favism.

Surgery: Affects blood sugar perioperatively.
Liver: insufficient_data
Kidney: insufficient_data
Allergy: Cucurbitaceae allergy.
This information is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal product.