Boxwood
Buxus sempervirens
Family: Buxaceae
Evidence: C
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European evergreen tree whose leaf extract (SPV-30) was studied in clinical trials for HIV/AIDS. A well-designed placebo-controlled trial showed SPV-30 may help maintain CD4 cell counts in asymptomatic HIV patients.
Safety Profile
PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingUnsafe
PediatricNot Recommended
Contraindications
Pregnancy. Breastfeeding. Children
Interactions
May interact with antiretroviral medications
Side Effects
Gastrointestinal disturbances. Abdominal pain. Diarrhea. Nausea
Surgery: Discontinue before surgery
Liver: Contains steroidal alkaloids; potential hepatotoxicity
Kidney: Insufficient data
Allergy: No specific warnings
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