Chinaberry

Melia azedarach

Family: Meliaceae Evidence: T decoctionextract

Toxic herb used to treat intestinal parasites in TCM. The fruit (Chuan Lian Zi) regulates Qi, clears heat, and kills parasites.

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingUnsafe
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Pregnancy, liver disease, kidney disease, spleen and stomach deficiency cold

Interactions

May interact with hepatically metabolized drugs

Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea; liver and kidney damage at toxic doses

Surgery: Discontinue before surgery
Liver: Hepatotoxic; liver damage reported
Kidney: Nephrotoxic at high doses
Allergy: Insufficient data
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