Boxwood

Buxus sempervirens

Family: Buxaceae Evidence: C extractcapsule

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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