Larrea tridentata
Southwestern US desert plant — Native American remedy for infections and snakebite. Contains NDGA (nordihydroguaiaretic acid), a potent antioxidant. HEPATOTOXICITY CONCERN — multiple liver failure cases. FDA warning issued. Internal use controversial.
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Hepatotoxic drugs, nephrotoxic drugs.
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Liver damage, kidney damage. GI upset.
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